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 Posted: Tue Nov 15, 2011 6:33 pm
I n f o r m a t i o n:: Name: Anouk.
Gender: Female.
Date of Birth: 16 January, 2010.
Dust/Essence: Snow.
Stage: Child.
Personality: Temperamental, Adventurous, Smothering.This is the journal of Anouk and Ciellas. Follow all of their rules as well as the guild's rules and Gaia TOS.
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Posted: Tue Nov 15, 2011 6:34 pm
S k i l l s ::
HP: 60
Attack: 5
Evade: 7
Magic: 7
Snowblind
Anouk can conjure up gusts of snow to act as a distraction, mostly aiming it at an attacker's face. The force is rather weak and is meant mostly as a defensive move, but the sting of the cold can cause some damage.
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Posted: Thu Nov 17, 2011 2:56 pm
______________________Ⅰ__◈__ certificate
______________________ⅠⅠ__◈__ skills index
______________________ⅠⅠⅠ__◈__ table of contents
______________________ⅠⅤ__◈__ rules
______________________Ⅴ__◈__ anouk
______________________ⅤⅠ__◈__ ciellas o'malley
______________________ⅤⅠⅠ__◈__ home
______________________ⅤⅠⅠⅠ__◈__ art gallery
______________________ⅠⅩ__◈__ roleplay
______________________Ⅹ__◈__ interactions
______________________ⅩⅠ__◈__ soundtrack
______________________ⅩⅠⅠ__◈__ possessions & gifts
______________________ⅩⅠⅠⅠ__◈__ battle logs
______________________ⅩⅠⅤ__◈__ growth requirements
______________________ⅩⅤ__◈__ credits
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Posted: Thu Nov 17, 2011 2:57 pm
______________Ⅰ__◈__ No posting without permission unless you are Life Dust staff or dropping off a present ICly.
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______________ⅠⅠⅠ__◈__ Respect the rules of Life Dust as well as the Daisy Code.
______________ⅠⅤ__◈__ Do not PM haliekins without a just reason.
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Posted: Thu Nov 17, 2011 2:58 pm
   Name__◈__ Anouk
Name Origins__◈__ Hebrew origin, meaning grace or favour
Gender__◈__ Female
Dust__◈__ Snow
Stage__◈__ Child
Height__◈__ 4'4"
Weight__◈__ 45 lbs.
Age__◈__ Appears about 8 years old
Likes__◈__ Roark, water, windy days, dark chocolate, getting lost, compliments
Dislikes__◈__ Warm sunshine, fire, ridicule, being told what to do, heavy foods
Personality__◈__ To put it simply, Anouk is an unpredictable tempest of a creature. She is very temperamental and rather sensitive, leading to some radical changes in mood with one wrong word. These rapid shifts could be daunting to some, but to those who persevere, a reward is found in a fun-loving, creative friend. She enjoys being around people when it suits her, and at other times will seek solitude (that she always insists remains uninterrupted). It depends on how she feels when she wakes up in the morning.
In her deepest dreams, Anouk thinks of herself as a princess, but a benevolent one, as well as one willing to get her dress dirty in the name of discovery. She stubbornly clings to her opinions and will argue them into the ground, which may result in whining or fits if she doesn't get her way - in fact, this is an oft-practiced skill. Her guardian is working diligently to weed this habit out of her, although it is a slow process. The girl carries that certain brand of childhood bravado to where she doesn't heed advice right off the bat if it conflicts with her personal desires. Instead, she will keep doing whatever it is she wants until she either hurts herself or loses interest, only learning from her own experience rather than the experience of others. This goes hand in hand with the use of her abilities; if it'll meet her ends, she'll do it until it backfires. Her word is the highest opinion in her world, as well as the final one.
Anouk has a certain kindness about her that can be smothering at times, and at other times she can act cold and distant for no discernible reason at all. This is not necessarily meant to be a snobbish behavior, but stems from the fact that she cannot connect immediately with others. Some part of herself remains closed off, known only to herself. She's easily turned to slight jealousy should a friend stray, although she will not directly admit that she is feeling so but will act indifferently until the other party gets the hint. If it's one of her off days, she will remain distant in answers and actions until, again, the other party catches on. However she guarantees a fun time for whomever she's with when she's at her peak, taking them on adventures or showing them some new trinket or trick she's learned.
She's always eager to impress and be praised, so she does what she can to make a good first impression (and uphold it), including taming her wild hair, wearing her best frock and cleaning the area around her almost compulsively. Depending on how quickly she warms to a newcomer, they may see her more adventurous side, especially if egged into a challenge; however she prefers to be distant at first, to appear the composed, untouchable young lady and add "mystique", she likes to think. Her polite speech is a forced habit, and one that is broken for nobody - including any close friends, strangers, or guardian.
Anouk is a curious child, asking a hundred questions a minute without remorse or pause when something interests her. Her eyes and ears are always open, observing the world around her and gleaning what information she can to fuel her creativity or for use in an inconvenient part of a conversation later on. On the note of her creativity, she is one who happily will do what she wants in order to achieve what she's imagining. A fort will be made out of any furniture and sheets available in the room, and musical instruments will be made out of every spare pipe or glasses partially filled. She has a talent for song, that she will happily show anyone whether asked to or not.
Dreams__◈__ Being a princess ( but of course )
Fears__◈__ Fire, being forgotten
Font Size__◈__ Size 10
Font Color__◈__ #80AAFF
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Posted: Thu Nov 17, 2011 2:59 pm
  Name__◈__ Ciellas O'Malley
Nickname(s)__◈__ Ciel
Age__◈__ 28
Birthdate__◈__ April 10
Gender__◈__ Female
Home__◈__ A small village half a day's journey outside of Aimes
Occupation__◈__ Proprieter of the Wayfarer's Inn & Tavern
Height__◈__ 5'8"
Weight__◈__ 155 lbs.
Build__◈__ Athletic with soft, even curves
Markings__◈__ Freckles during the summer
Clothing__◈__ Ciellas is normally clothed in simple clothing for work: a tanned blouse with the sleeves often rolled up, a worn red skirt, and brown boots. She will wear a brown overcoat upon going out, or switch out her skirt for breeches if the workload requires them. She is never seen without a golden pendant around her neck - a gift from the Wayfarer.
Family__◈__ Mother (Molly - age 59), one older brother (Danny - age 35), one older sister (Morgan - age 32), two younger brothers (Vin - age 26; Kieran - age 13), three younger sisters (Nadine - age 22; Leslie - age 20; Erin - age 15)
Likes__◈__ Parties, lively dancing, carnivals, friendly debates, a good whiskey, family get-togethers
Dislikes__◈__ Being pitied, losing, customers who try to get out of paying
Hobbies/Talents__◈__ Hosting, playing the tin whistle, sewing, minor repair work, cooking
Dreams__◈__ That her very own wayfarer will commit, raise a family
Fears__◈__ Falling short of her own expectations, silence
Personality__◈__ Boisterous, proud, and cheerful, Ciellas O'Malley is a delight of a woman to be around. She always wears a smile, and is much more willing to laugh than anything else. This isn't to say that she will let everything roll off of her with no debate; on the contrary, she does not bend to what she believes is wrong. She has strong morals and will never compromise those for anybody. This stubborn streak, in combination with her penchant for laughter, make her a well-liked hostess. This also helps her when it comes to children, having grown up helping to take care of her five younger siblings.
She keeps her softer side well hidden from the general public. Her emotions are private and for her own reflection, rather than the scrutiny of others. Very few outside of her family have privy to her thoughts on romance, her concerns, or her fears.
Font Size__◈__ Size 10
Font Color__◈__ #80AA80
History__◈__ Ciellas grew up the daughter of a seamstress and a sailor on the docks of Amies. From her youngest days, she was taught the basics of both from her parents, proving to be as eager a student as her older siblings had been. These life-necessary skills balanced out with the times she would sneak out to play with her brother and sister, soon joined by even more siblings. Their childhoods were filled with financial difficulties, but there was plenty of love in their home.
Her father died when she was twenty when his ship ran aground, and the family felt the loss keenly. Danny and Morgan struck out to find success in the business world in order to help their mother in her time of grief, while Ciellas stayed home to help mind the children. She proved efficient in her duties, but the desire to strike out and live her own life grew with each passing day. Just short of her twenty-first birthday, her mother took her aside. "Don't ye worry about me, child," she said. "Go out and find where y'want to be. I can mind meself."
With Danny and Morgan having gotten the same, all three moved from home with a small sum to start them off, going out in different directions to find their fortunes. Ciellas felt scared being out in the world by herself for the first time, but as she moved from town to town in search of work, she kept her worries to herself. For a short time, she worked as a seamstress in a suburb of Amies and rented out a room to live in and conduct her business. During this time, a noblewoman became a regular of hers, stopping by to gossip while ordering clothing for her family. The two became fast friends, and her company made the girl feel a little more at home despite living in two different social situations. The woman told her of her children, the latest in town gossip, and what her husband did as a land auctioneer.
One day, the noblewoman asked her, "Is this something you really enjoy doing? Living in this tiny room and working from your coffee table?" Quite surprised by the question, Ciellas took a moment to consider before shaking her head. The woman pressed for details, and the girl answered, "I know it sounds silly, but I'd love t'own a reputable business. One where lotsa folks come tae chat and relax." The noblewoman smiled curiously, and said, "Then I have a proposition for you."
She learned of a piece of land that was just about to come onto the auction block: an old tavern located in a small town half a day's journey from Amies. The building had character, the woman said, and something about it reminded her of the young seamstress, so with permission from her husband, she withheld the land from auction if Ciellas would agree to a bargain. A baby was on the way, she confided, pressing a hand to her stomach, and she is in need of most everything. If the girl would agree to furnishing her unborn child with new clothing and blankets, then the land would be hers. At first, Ciellas refused and cited the offer as far too generous, but the noblewoman firmly insisted. "I've yet to meet a seamstress with such a homespun, country touch as you have, my dear."
With excitement in her heart, she picked up the deed for the old tavern and enlisted the help of her family to get things up to date. The collaborative effort turned out a handsome building, but one that could not hide its age. However some trouble arose when it came to thinking of a name for the establishment. She thought for days but her mind produced nothing but blanks. In an uncertain move but one dictated by monetary need, she opened the unnamed tavern for business. A few curious locals wandered in; some remained and others deserted the place. It was a slow start, but a start nonetheless for the nameless business.
A stranger came into the tavern one night and asked for a room for a few nights. The strong manner of this man and the gentleness in his eyes reminded her of the sailors of home, so she made conversation with him over the next couple of days. He wasn't forthcoming about the most basic information, but she did gather that he was indeed a sailor, and had seen much of the world, and she heard several stories that incited laughter and wonder. When the end of his stay approached, he handed her the key with a smile. His hand pressed it into hers, and he said "This old wayfarer will have to stop by again. This is a mighty hospitable place." before taking his leave. And with that, Ciellas discovered the name for her tavern and the first blossomings of love. To the present, Room 9 is always kept on reserve, in the case of the Wayfarer's return visits.
Despite her mother's insistence not to and the self-same refusal of pity that Ciellas inherited, she still sends home a small sum every month to help with the remaining siblings. Her brothers and sisters sometimes make the rounds and visit, repairing what needs to be repaired during their stay; on occasion, they'll all stop by at once and the tavern will be closed for a few days to host the infamous O'Malley family parties. None come away without a hangover.
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Posted: Thu Nov 17, 2011 3:00 pm
  Ciellas owns and operates the Wayfarer's Tavern & Inn. Bought as a fixer-upper and under constant renovation, the building has been her pet project since her early twenties. The tavern sits on one of the main thoroughfares of their town, and during festivals or holidays attracts a fairly large crowd, however most are out-of-towners and not regulars.
The building itself is about a century old, with red brick on the outside and a stone walkway leading to the front doors. The bottom floor is dedicated to the tavern itself as well as the kitchen. The second floor houses the inn portion, where ten rooms are available. The flat for Ciellas and the office are located directly above the tavern. A large cement ice box is located on the backside of the building, mostly used to store ice and meats. The backyard has access to the lake that interrupts the center of town.
Everything is neatly kept and constantly repaired, either by the generosity of her brothers or by the needlework of Ciellas and her sisters, to distract from the visible age of the place.
There are no other permanent residents other than Roark, a large gray tabby Maine Coon that follows her everywhere and meows dramatically for attention. There is also a man called The Wayfarer by Ciellas herself, who makes an extended stay every half a year or so.
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Posted: Thu Nov 17, 2011 3:01 pm
O f f i c i a l❉ ❉ ❉ H a l i e k i n s❉F a n a r t❉
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Posted: Thu Nov 17, 2011 3:02 pm
_______________________P R P__『 a c t i v e 』__
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_______________________O R P__『 a c t i v e 』__
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________________________________◈__Weighting Is Gross____ with Jarett & Rindou
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________________________________◈__Aimes` Spring Fish Festival____ with everyone
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________________________________◈__Can We Fix It?____ with Alexander & Anise
________________________________◈__Acquaintances____ with Epoch
________________________________◈__A Lesson In Manners____ with Alistair
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Posted: Thu Nov 17, 2011 3:03 pm
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Posted: Thu Nov 17, 2011 3:04 pm
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Posted: Thu Nov 17, 2011 3:05 pm
 A goldfish, brought home from the Aimes' Fish Festival. Ciellas has a heck of a time keeping Roark away and preventing Anouk from freezing the water by accident.
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Posted: Thu Nov 17, 2011 3:05 pm
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Posted: Thu Nov 17, 2011 3:06 pm
____________________Ⅰ.__B o t t l e → S p i n__
____________________________→__ Set up your journal nicely. ✔
____________________________→__ Post a journal entry describing how your guardian obtained their dust bottle. ✔
____________________________→__ Stay active in the thread. ✔
____________________ⅠⅠ.__S p i n → C h i l d__
____________________________→__ Journal entry reflecting on the change in the bottle. ✔
____________________________→__ Meet another Guardian/Dust. ✔
____________________________→__ Terrible Reaction Quest * ✔
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____________________________→__ Have at least 3 encounters with Demons**.
____________________________→__ Win at least one PVP battle.
____________________________→__ Some sort of self set quest or an in character drama encompassing a few roleplays is required.
____________________________→__ Concerns Quest *
____________________________→__ Be a dedicated member of the thread.
____________________Ⅴ.__A d u l t → E x a l__
____________________________→__ We'll deal with that when we get there.
____________________________* - Fill out form for quest.
____________________________** - Demon encounters can be arranged by PMing the mule.
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Posted: Thu Nov 17, 2011 3:07 pm
 "Life Dust" concept © Aric Val.
Official Art & Certs © tooaya & Aric Val.
Fanart © respective artists.
Anouk, Ciellas, related characters, & journal graphics © haliekins.
All photographs and songs are property of their original creators.
Celtic brushes for banners obtained from Obsidian Dawn.
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