Age: 22
Sex: Female
Sexual Orientation: Heterosexual
Craft: Healercraft - Dragonhealer specialization
Rank: Apprentice
Location: High Reaches - Formerly of Fort Hold
Physical Description: Actually the tallest of her three siblings, youngest child Adar stands in at five foot nine inches of slender limbs, gentle curves, and subtle lines which can easily get lost in the baggier clothing she seems to prefer when she's not actively working. Finding looser fabric more of a hassle to keep out of the way, or to avoid having to deal with voluminous sleeves, for work and chore tasks, Adar tends towards clothes that skim her body comfortably without too much extra floating about. Pattern and color are all well and good, she's not picky. She's a fan of layering, when possible, and will do it in warm or cold weather, varying fabrics and cuts to suit the climate. Similar to her elder brother, Adar sports the same light brown curly hair, hers falling to her shoulder blades. Her face shape is similar, though her features are slightly less angular. Unlike her brother, her eyes are russet brown.
Personality: A high-spirited girl that thrives when she can be around and interact with others, Adar throws everything she's got into what she does. Full attention, full effort, everything. She's thoroughly dedicated to the friends she makes, maintains a close relationship with her various family members, and works very hard, originally in her chosen craft, and now as a candidate. Keep trying, keep moving forward, no matter the pace. She enjoys encouraging her friends ever onward toward their own goals or dreams...or to talk to that cute person they've had their eye on. Adar believes in you and you should believe in you too! If someone she's working with or is kicking around with, she's pretty happy to throw her lot in with them to help make sure things get done. Work gets done and more people can enjoy the fruits of their labor/time off. Of course, she doesn't always ask to assist, she sometimes just start doing things. Sure, her impulse to jump in is often welcome and appreciated, but sometimes she can be seen as pushy or something to take advantage of.
Whether Adar cares for it or not, she tends to feel things quite strongly and can take things to heart that may not necessarily need to be taken so seriously. Squeamishness not withstanding, one of the reasons working on non-dragon animals and people was so difficult for her is that, should they succumb to injury or sickness, she usually felt that she failed them somehow, that she contributed to the hurt or grief of family, or owners in the case of critters. She couldn't assist in putting animals down without sobbing as if the beasty were very dear to her. It's sad, okay?! Deaths of patients under the care of the Healer Hall had similar reactions. Her upbringing has left her with a degree of naiveté and untested optimism. If given pointed criticism or otherwise laid into, she'll wallow in her perceived failure while trying to figure out where she went wrong. It generally takes some soothing from a friend or a serious talk to draw her out of her gloom, assuring her that she isn't in fact the literal worst. Frustration or getting hung up on something can work at her as well. A little nudge of encouragement or to move on is sometimes needed if she's just fixated on a problem that is driving her to stress cry. Sure, Adar will soldier on, but until the issue gets addressed, it'll weigh on her, making her second guess herself.
Positive Trait List Determined, Outgoing, Ebullient
Negative Trait List Sensitive, Impulsive, Naive
History: The youngest and final child between Liat, a herbalist, and Senen, an instrument crafter, of Fort, Adar had everything a girl could hope for. Loving, supportive parents, older siblings who didn't dismiss her due to how much younger she was than them, a safe home that was full of love, laughter, and learning. Being in Fort Hold meant that though her parents were of different Crafts, they could still pursue their work and remain together as a family. Her elder sister picked up their father's interest in being a harper and before too long was off for classes and learning her trade. In spite of the five turn difference, it was during this time she and her brother, Harol, grew to be best friends and confidantes. His interest was already in the Harper craft, but he had another couple of turns before he could apprentice, so he helped Adar figure out what she wanted to do. Sure, their parents joked over which of them would get her to take up their crafts, but they still left it open to the girl to figure out on her own. She liked the idea of helping people feel better and she simply went from there. When Harol started his own craft path, she dove headlong into following along with their mother to really start getting a taste for the Healer Hall. When she came of age, it took her a bit to get into the swing of things, but the basics were easy enough to gather. Pinning down a specialty was something that weighed on her. She fancied walking the tables one day, but she needed to have something particular to pursue. She wanted to be part of the action, but, as she learned, squeamishness really put a damper on her progress. It took some trying, some soul searching, and much advice seeking, but the 'AH HA' moment came when the suggestion of trying dragon healing when she was around nineteen turns old.
Only six months after finding the niche that really sang with her, a Search rider pair came to Fort Hold, a Bronzerider pair and a Bluerider pair. She had been on her way back towards the Healer Hall after a lunch with her elder sister when she decided, what the hey, go have a gander at the new dragons hanging around. She hadn't heard where they hailed from, so why not go strike up a conversation with the visitors, provided the crowding wasn't too bad. She didn't have an infinite time for lunch after all. Fortunately, the pair weren't too busy with the similarly curious, or the hopeful. Getting a closer look at the dragons was something else! The bronze was among the largest she had even seen or worked on, and the blue had such a pretty hide and friendly demeanor, stooping his head low to sniff or huff hair and hat alike. The riders said they hailed from High Reaches and spoke with her some about their respective weyrlinghoods, the stories of their impressing, general upkeep and the like for their bondmates. The chat was profoundly interesting, but, alas, limited time to spare had her ready to head back toward the hall. The bronzerider stopped her before she could slip into the crowd with a simple question: Do you want to find out yourself? She could return with them, become a candidate back in High Reaches, gaining the possibility of Impressing herself. Huh. That was a thought. Adar did enjoy her recently discovered niche, but what about the chance of being a rider herself? Crazy, right? She was sold! Besides, since it was High Reaches, she'd only have a fistful of years before she aged out. She could resume her apprenticeship and walk-the-tables, given enough time and study. The young woman made up her mind! She went back, informed her master and then her folks. They were understanding and supportive, bidding her good luck and making her swear promises of updates. After packing and bidding her family and friends goodbye, off Adar went to High Reaches.
The classes and work associated with candidacy wasn't so out of the norm for Adar, though the more staunch traditionalism of High Reaches took some getting used to. Or, at least, accustomed enough to not outwardly cringe. Her own views were pretty liberal. Let the work someone does speak for themselves, regardless of color. Does she say this to anyone? Not unless asked directly or she finds someone of similar opinion to commiserate with. She knows her time is growing short as a High Reaches Candidate. With the return of thread, she is game for whatever life may throw her way, either as a possible rider, or as a dragonhealer. Either way, she's still useful!
Other: One of her reasons for going into dragon healing is that the sight of ichor doesn't bother her in the slightest. Red human or beast blood, however, makes her really queasy and, despite efforts to desensitize herself to injuries and such, exposure therapy simply didn't work for her. She had never really thought herself squeamish, never having any issue if she got a scrape or a cut on her own, but when exploring more active disciplines of Healercraft than her mother's herbalism, she learned quickly that even though mentally blood didn't bother her, her body reacted quite strongly. After dropping into a full on faint a couple of times when assisting, she consulted available Craftmasters and experienced Journeymen to for any advice. She wanted to be one of the people making a difference, working with others to make a difference in their lives. The advice ranged from taking another craft to assuring her that herbalism was very helpful, among other things. Adar had two and a half turns of trial and error in her experimenting with what worked for her. Surprisingly, the green of dragon ichor didn't bring the same reactions from her as other blood did. She guessed the color was far off enough to not trigger the same reaction in her. Plus, dragons are beautiful, amazing creatures that did important work. Helping to keep them in their best, healthiest, and happiest shape was a challenge she could get behind.
She's a hugger, from good or bad stimuli. It's just something that she can't help, even if she's sort of caught in the wake of something happening to someone else. Now, she won't throw her arms around a stranger, but a friend, family member, or even acquaintance whom may happen to be with her? Fair game! This can be good or bad. If happening upon a supposedly private moment, her reacting could well embarrass herself, anyone with her, or those experiencing the actual moment who might notice that their private moment is less private than they were hoping. The person with her might not be feeling like getting swept up in Adar's emoting, which can land her in hot water or on the receiving end of an argument if said companion is lashing out. On the positive side, she's there to offer emotional and physical comfort (not the sexual kind) to those whom may be going through a rough time, friend, fellow candidate, or anyone really. She's a big supporter of hugging it out and there ARE wrong ways to give a hug. She's got some strong opinions on the matter.
Candidate Specific Questions
Do you want them to have an official Search RP? Not necessary
Do you understand they will age every passing year regardless if you're there to RP the or not? Sure do!
Do you want them to have a possible Stands Impression? Nah.
Father - Senen (52) // Instrument crafter
Mother - Liat (51) // Herbalist
Sister - Yana (Eight years older - 30) // Musician (instrumental)
Brother - Harol (Five years older - 27) // Historian/teacher
Herself - Adar (22) // Had been a healer apprentice, now a candidate over at HRW and has been for a couple of turns now
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DRAGON - Yinth is 2. [Hatchday: 4.1.18]
Blue Yinth
Written by Masterharper
Colored by Masterharper
Origin of Name: In China, although not a traditional way to serve tea, iced tea gained widespread popularity in even rural areas since the late 1980s with canned or bottled tea. Many varieties of tea, including green tea, are available packaged and sold in stores. Many families make their own iced tea by either putting lots of ice in a small amount of strong hot tea or by putting hot tea in a fridge for some time. Common types of iced tea are black, green, oolong, and lots of herbals as well. Iced herbal teas are especially popular in the hot summers, where "yin" or cooling herbs are used to make tea such as chrysanthemum, kuding tea, etc. Cooled tea (but still warm) was popular throughout ancient times.
Inspiration: Iced Tea s a form of cold tea with sugar or a sweetener added in it. Though usually served in a glass with ice, it can refer to any tea that has been chilled or cooled and it may be sweetened. Iced tea is also a popular packaged drink. It can be mixed with flavored syrup, with multiple common flavors including lemon, raspberry, lime, passion fruit, peach, orange, strawberry, and cherry. While most iced teas get their flavor from tea leaves (Camellia sinensis), herbal teas are sometimes served cold and referred to as iced tea. Iced tea is sometimes made by a particularly long steeping of tea leaves at lower temperature (one hour in the sun). Some people call this "sun tea".
Personality: This blue dragon is a bright splash of good cheer! Yinth is the sort of blue who always seems to look on the bright side of life, and is the sort who is rarely down for long. If a smile could be personified, you could bet Yinth would be it. This dragon is always ready to support those in need with a kind word, and if words don't work, you can bet he'll be happy to cuddle right on up! As affectionate as he is kind, this blue is more than happy to nuzzle and canoodle with any willing partner. Unlike some in the clutch, he does respect boundaries, and also knows when to back off -- but if you give this blue an inch, you can bet he'll be happy to touch.
What is life without scritches, after all?
Ultimately, this blue is a very relaxed dragon. Very little upsets him, and he's not the sort of have much of a temper. In fact, this blue is a bit of a coward. When confrontation starts, you can bet this blue will turn the other way, or easily submit. He doesn't like aggression, and will easily flatten beneath those who exert even a little dominance. On the one hand, this works well in High Reaches -- he is happy with that status quo, thanks, and isn't going to say nary an ill word against it. On the other hand, this does make him a bit of a chew toy.
Playing into his comfort of High Reaches is his lack of ambition. This blue doesn't want to break the mold, or skyrocket to the top. He just wants to fight Thread, fight the Enemey, and keep Pern safe. He wants a cool ledge to lay on, a full belly, and his rider near -- is that too much to ask? No, this blue isn't the sort to go out of his way to go above and beyond, but that's okay by him!
In some cases, this makes the blue too easy going. While often his go-with-the-flow attitude is a good thing, making him many friends, and keeping him out of trouble, it some times goes too far. He will take being pushed around, and doesn't stand up much to himself. In other cases, he'll go along with bad behavior just to avoid a fight. His rider will need to make sure his blue stays in the kinder circles, so as not to wind up bullied into trouble.
Positive Traits: Sunny, Tactile, Relaxed
Negative Traits: Unambitious, Cowardly, Easily Bullied
Adult Size: 23'
Physical Attributes: Yinth is a small and delicate blue. He has delicate bones, delicate feet, delicate toes, and will be prone to bruising. Thankfully, he takes it all in stride! He has long, delicate wings, and long delicate headknobs, and knows he's quite a lovely specimen!
Additional Notes: This blue will love to chase. He might be delicate, but he's not necessarily fragile, even if he bruises easy. He was made for speed and making tight turns while on wing. This blue is agility incarnate, and will easily be able to avoid Thread while in flight. He's a natural acrobat!
He is very close to Karhath, whom he is always happy to share a snuggle. He's also a fan of Anxith, and has no trouble keeping her in good company.
Theme Song: Together Forever by Rick Astley
Purple Peep Egg: A large egg hidden beneath the clutch.
Why Me? Adar is perfect for Yinth in all the right ways. To start, this pair matches one another in temperament. Where Adar is focused and determined, Yinth will be there to encourage and support. No matter where Adar wants to go, Yinth will happily follow. Sort of. Unless she wants to go somewhere scary -- then he might need a bit of encouragement. Where Yinth might drag his feet, Adar will be there to encourage him; and where Adar might suddenly find herself in need of support, you can bet Yinth will give her all the love and affection she craves. She can do no wrong in Yinth's eyes, and he will make sure she never doubts herself.
She is perfection.
Thankfully, the pair are about as sunny as you could expect. With Adar's optimism matching his own, Yinth knows there is nothing they cannot achieve. Furthermore, Adar's hardworking attitude will give this blue some sense of direction; instead of wandering aimlessly, he can follow wherever Adar goes. These two will be able to life one another up, and help each other through the intricacies of life. Together, they will make a strong pair any Wing or Weyr would be happy to have. Together forever, always.
Written by Masterharper
Colored by Masterharper
Origin of Name: In China, although not a traditional way to serve tea, iced tea gained widespread popularity in even rural areas since the late 1980s with canned or bottled tea. Many varieties of tea, including green tea, are available packaged and sold in stores. Many families make their own iced tea by either putting lots of ice in a small amount of strong hot tea or by putting hot tea in a fridge for some time. Common types of iced tea are black, green, oolong, and lots of herbals as well. Iced herbal teas are especially popular in the hot summers, where "yin" or cooling herbs are used to make tea such as chrysanthemum, kuding tea, etc. Cooled tea (but still warm) was popular throughout ancient times.
Inspiration: Iced Tea s a form of cold tea with sugar or a sweetener added in it. Though usually served in a glass with ice, it can refer to any tea that has been chilled or cooled and it may be sweetened. Iced tea is also a popular packaged drink. It can be mixed with flavored syrup, with multiple common flavors including lemon, raspberry, lime, passion fruit, peach, orange, strawberry, and cherry. While most iced teas get their flavor from tea leaves (Camellia sinensis), herbal teas are sometimes served cold and referred to as iced tea. Iced tea is sometimes made by a particularly long steeping of tea leaves at lower temperature (one hour in the sun). Some people call this "sun tea".
Personality: This blue dragon is a bright splash of good cheer! Yinth is the sort of blue who always seems to look on the bright side of life, and is the sort who is rarely down for long. If a smile could be personified, you could bet Yinth would be it. This dragon is always ready to support those in need with a kind word, and if words don't work, you can bet he'll be happy to cuddle right on up! As affectionate as he is kind, this blue is more than happy to nuzzle and canoodle with any willing partner. Unlike some in the clutch, he does respect boundaries, and also knows when to back off -- but if you give this blue an inch, you can bet he'll be happy to touch.
What is life without scritches, after all?
Ultimately, this blue is a very relaxed dragon. Very little upsets him, and he's not the sort of have much of a temper. In fact, this blue is a bit of a coward. When confrontation starts, you can bet this blue will turn the other way, or easily submit. He doesn't like aggression, and will easily flatten beneath those who exert even a little dominance. On the one hand, this works well in High Reaches -- he is happy with that status quo, thanks, and isn't going to say nary an ill word against it. On the other hand, this does make him a bit of a chew toy.
Playing into his comfort of High Reaches is his lack of ambition. This blue doesn't want to break the mold, or skyrocket to the top. He just wants to fight Thread, fight the Enemey, and keep Pern safe. He wants a cool ledge to lay on, a full belly, and his rider near -- is that too much to ask? No, this blue isn't the sort to go out of his way to go above and beyond, but that's okay by him!
In some cases, this makes the blue too easy going. While often his go-with-the-flow attitude is a good thing, making him many friends, and keeping him out of trouble, it some times goes too far. He will take being pushed around, and doesn't stand up much to himself. In other cases, he'll go along with bad behavior just to avoid a fight. His rider will need to make sure his blue stays in the kinder circles, so as not to wind up bullied into trouble.
Positive Traits: Sunny, Tactile, Relaxed
Negative Traits: Unambitious, Cowardly, Easily Bullied
Adult Size: 23'
Physical Attributes: Yinth is a small and delicate blue. He has delicate bones, delicate feet, delicate toes, and will be prone to bruising. Thankfully, he takes it all in stride! He has long, delicate wings, and long delicate headknobs, and knows he's quite a lovely specimen!
Additional Notes: This blue will love to chase. He might be delicate, but he's not necessarily fragile, even if he bruises easy. He was made for speed and making tight turns while on wing. This blue is agility incarnate, and will easily be able to avoid Thread while in flight. He's a natural acrobat!
He is very close to Karhath, whom he is always happy to share a snuggle. He's also a fan of Anxith, and has no trouble keeping her in good company.
Theme Song: Together Forever by Rick Astley
Purple Peep Egg: A large egg hidden beneath the clutch.
Why Me? Adar is perfect for Yinth in all the right ways. To start, this pair matches one another in temperament. Where Adar is focused and determined, Yinth will be there to encourage and support. No matter where Adar wants to go, Yinth will happily follow. Sort of. Unless she wants to go somewhere scary -- then he might need a bit of encouragement. Where Yinth might drag his feet, Adar will be there to encourage him; and where Adar might suddenly find herself in need of support, you can bet Yinth will give her all the love and affection she craves. She can do no wrong in Yinth's eyes, and he will make sure she never doubts herself.
She is perfection.
Thankfully, the pair are about as sunny as you could expect. With Adar's optimism matching his own, Yinth knows there is nothing they cannot achieve. Furthermore, Adar's hardworking attitude will give this blue some sense of direction; instead of wandering aimlessly, he can follow wherever Adar goes. These two will be able to life one another up, and help each other through the intricacies of life. Together, they will make a strong pair any Wing or Weyr would be happy to have. Together forever, always.
