About Aria ShuraielHistory:
Arietta Halo Shuraiel was born seventeen years ago in the great merfolk city of Underfin. Born into one of the city's great noble families Aria was blessed with not only extreme wealth and lineage but also incredible beauty and talent. Noticed by her family at a young age the first child of the Shuraiel household was raised with an utmost importance put on her education and development. Before long the child prodigy was singing great ballads of her ancestors and preforming some of the world's most spectacular arias for which she was named. While her name did not easily spread to the surface dwellers who have few dealings with the Merfolk, the girl quickly became the topic of much discussion and gossip among her kindred. Alas though, no creature is born perfect and Aria was no exception. While blessed with otherworldly talent and beauty among her kind Aria wished not for the grandiose opera, but rather for a life of freedom, adventure, and carefree relaxation. She often read stories of humans and whenever given the chance she would make her way to the surface to experience their odd traditions and culture. But the girl's interest in humankind quickly became dwarfed by her own race's infatuation with herself. Attracting the attention of many Merfolk it became quite clear that Aria was a prize to be sought after by nobles and royalty. At first her suitors came in subtle and heartwarming approaches filled with well thought out gestures and gifts. But before long the struggle to claim Aria's heart went from being a friendly competition to a way to a struggle for easy notoriety and status. This of course all came to a close when Prince Borreail claimed her hand in marriage. Not by mutual agreement or consent of course, but simply on the ground that he would do so. Stunned by this aggressive gesture, Aria immediately began plotting for her escape. Long had she thought of going to the human world for an extended period of time and if she did not leave now she would never have another chance. It was on the night before their arranged wedding day the young merfolk made her escape up to the surface world. Taking a chest of gold that she had been gifted by her parent's the girl fled to the only place she knew that could provide for her some shelter against the shackles of fate. Before long she arrived on shore leaving the ocean and what she hoped was her past behind her. Not long after arriving on the surface Aria became good friends with a dwarf by the name of Gimur Copperheart. The two quickly became good drinking buddies and spent a many frivolous evenings together drinking away at a good mug of ale. It was Gimur who taught Aria many of the ways of the land folk. How to barter with the common folk, how to thank The Drunken Hero for your meals, and even how to "drink till ya can't drink no more." Of course Aria knew she couldn't spend all her days leisurely wasting away with her knew found friend. She had to get on the move, lest her past catch up to her. Upon hearing that the maiden would soon be on her way, Gimur took the time to teach her one last thing. In exchange for some of the coin the girl had brought along he taught her how to use a firearm and sold her one of the smaller ones he owned. It wasn't much, but he assured her that it would protect her from most any trouble she could run across on her own. Leaving her friend behind Aria soon made her way across the coastline. Learning stories and tells of the human folk around the area Aria quickly found her talents in retelling the stories of their heroes better then any of their own kindred could. Going from tavern to tavern the emerging bard slowly made her presence known for being excessively rowdy and drinking up a storm. Happy as she could be the girl continued on with her carefree life that she had always dreamt of. All of course until one night where she found herself at the mercy of a patron who had offered her a tainted drink. Description:
Aria is a maiden of almost unparalleled beauty. Long flowing blonde hair complements her beautiful face and voluptuous figure. Accompanied by a commanding aura that seems to glow off the green scales that run all across the lower portion of her body. Piercing jade eyes adorn her face and their calm yet endearing glances only seem to call even more attention to her exotic and foreign beauty. Yet in spite of all that she contains a subtle air of freedom; like a running river which refuses to be bound. Her clothing choices only express this more so with her tendency to wear light and open clothing over the weighty dresses that all too many women find themselves in today. Her fin-like ears retain this pure presence with no piercings or jewelry to be found other then the jewel encrusted diamond which is her natural beauty. All that said she is a merfolk capable of attracting even the most timid of men and her presence is one that almost never goes unnoticed.
Personality:
Aria's personality is an odd mix of freedom loving rebel and snobbish upper class. Born into a noble merfolk family and raised as such the young woman still holds many of the habits and prejudices that you would expect of someone from such a background. Yet it's that same heritage that makes her soul crave that much more for freedom and adventure. As a free woman Aria often finds herself simply wanting to enjoy the best of life that her freedom has to offer. Never thinking more then one step ahead she lives life in the now and doesn't overwhelm herself with oppressive thoughts. Not giving a care in the world she can often be found happiest with good company and a drink by her side. Though even that doesn't stop her spoiled upbringing from shining through. Refusing to accept anything she considers below her Aria often looks down upon the very same people she wishes to accompany her. She always requests a higher class drink or better meal then the person seated closest to her. She makes a point to assert herself as superior over any of those she deems not worthy of standing above her. Contrary to what one might think this jealous and petty aspect of her behavior only seems to attract even more people to flock by her side. All in the name of her own carefree lifestyle Aria captures the hearts of all those around her. Spindling their precious love and adoration all around her fingertips and taking every opportunity to build up a group of followers. All for the soul purpose of granting her only wish of continuing on with her liberating and adventurous lifestyle for as long as she may fancy it.
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Aria Shuraiel Female Merfolk Bard 1 CN Medium Aquatic Humanoid Init +2; Senses Perception +4 -Defense---------------------------------
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Bard Spells Known(CL 1st; concentration +6)
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Feats Exotic Weapon Proficiency (Coat Pistol)
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