Werewolf Queen

Name: Orelena Charming

Age: Same age range as Felicia

Species: Human

Parents: Prince Charming & Rapunzel (Shrek franchise)

Role: Antagonist

Appearance:  

Orelena has long, perfectly styled golden hair, sharp blue eyes, and a flawless, polished presentation. She carries herself with strict posture and deliberate, controlled movements. Her wardrobe consists of structured gowns with gold accents, mirror‑like details, and regal silhouettes.

Personality:  

Authoritative, ambitious, disciplined, charismatic, calculating, proud. Orelena expects excellence from herself and obedience from others. She is confident, socially dominant, and strategically minded.

Abilities:  

Orelena specializes in glamourcraft magic, focusing on illusions, perception manipulation, mirror‑based magic, and golden light constructs. She is also highly trained in swordsmanship, acrobatics, performance, and social strategy — skills inherited and refined from her father, Prince Charming.

Strengths:  

Precision, control, strategic intelligence, advanced magical discipline, combat training, commanding presence.

Weaknesses:  

Overexertion from pushing spells too far, illusions requiring sustained focus, pride leading her to underestimate opponents.

Backstory:  

Raised in a royal environment centered on status, image, and legacy, Orelena was trained from childhood to excel in etiquette, politics, combat, and magic. She grew up believing Far Far Away should have belonged to her family and views herself as the rightful heir.

Motivations:  

To restore her family’s lost status, prove her superiority, claim political power, and reshape the kingdom under her rule.

Relationship With Felicia:  

Orelena sees Felicia as unworthy of royal status and treats her as an obstacle to be removed. Their dynamic is direct conflict with no sympathy or softness.

Role in the Story:  

Orelena serves as the primary antagonist, using her magical skill, political influence, and strategic mind to challenge Felicia and destabilize Far Far Away.

Character Names: Bastion and Claire;  Last name assumed to be "of Andalasia" - as peasants wouldn't likely have surnames in a formal sense (Deceased)

Age (at time of death): Bastion: 32, Claire: 29

Gender: Bastion: Male, Claire: Female

Physical Appearance:

Bastion: Bastion was a man of medium height and build, with a strong, calloused hands from years of working with tools. He had a warm, sun-kissed complexion from working outdoors. He possessed kind, hazel eyes usually crinkled at the corners from laughter. His hair was a thick, unruly brown, often speckled with sawdust or bits of metal filings. He usually wore simple, practical peasant clothing – linen shirts, brown trousers, and a leather apron for protection while crafting. He had a small, neatly trimmed brown beard.

Claire: Claire was a petite woman with an ethereal beauty that belied her modest circumstances. She had long, flowing auburn hair that she often braided with flowers she gathered from the forest and colorful ribbons. Her eyes were a vibrant, deep blue, full of warmth and empathy. Her skin was fair, with a sprinkling of freckles across her nose. Similar to Bastion, she wore simple peasant clothes, but she often added her own personal touches – embroidered delicate floral patterns on her bodice.

Personalities:

Bastion: Kind and gentle. A devoted husband and father. A dreamer, but also grounded. Possesses a playful spirit and a quick wit. He was a skilled craftsman, meticulous in his work, and deeply proud of the magical charm clocks he created. He had a gentle humor and a knack for storytelling that charmed those around him. Bastion was known for his strong sense of justice and unwavering loyalty to his family.

Claire: Warm, nurturing, and deeply connected to the natural world. She had a talent for imbuing their clocks with a touch of magic, adding subtle enchantments that brought good luck, joy, tranquility, or even a touch of romance to their owners (depending on the specific charms incorporated). She was optimistic and believed in the inherent goodness of people, even in the face of hardship.

Background:

Place of Origin:Andalasia (Enchanted Forest Realm)

Social Class: Poor Peasants

Occupation: Magic Charm Clockmakers. Bastion was the primary craftsman, meticulously creating the clockwork mechanisms, while Claire infused them with magic through her knowledge of herbs, flowers, and enchantments. They sold their creations at local markets and through word of mouth, barely scraping by but content with their simple life. They were well-respected in their small village for their honesty and kindness. They lived in a cozy cottage at the edge of the enchanted forest, filled with the comforting tick-tock of their clocks and the scent of beeswax and herbs.

Family: Parents of Giselle. They desperately wanted a child and considered Giselle their miracle baby.

Relevant Information:

Their Upbringing: Both Bastion and Claire were born into poor peasant families in the village of Sonnenberg, rural part of Andalasia. They learned to work hard from a young age. Bastion was apprenticed to a clockmaker, while Claire possessed a natural affinity for magic. While not a powerful sorceress like Narissa, she had a strong connection to the land and could channel its energy into her enchantments. This ability was subtle but potent, and it's what made their clocks so unique.

Their Romance: They met at a village festival and were immediately drawn to each other. Bastion was captivated by Claire's joy and enthusiasm, while Claire admired Bastion's quiet strength and kindness. They fell in love quickly and married a year later. Bastion and Claire had a deep and abiding love for each other. It was a love built on mutual respect, shared dreams, and a genuine appreciation for the other's strengths. 

Their Clocks: The charm clocks they created were not just decorative; they were powerful conduits for positive energy. One specific clock, a medium pink fairytale themed cuckoo clock (gifted to Giselle before Narissa stole her), might still hold a trace of their love and protection, even across dimensions.

Their daughter's Birth: The birth of Giselle was the happiest moment of their lives. They doted on her and cherished every moment with her.

The Prophecy: They were unaware of the prophecy surrounding Giselle's destiny. They simply loved their daughter and wanted her to have a happy, peaceful life.

Narissa's Deception: Narissa likely used trickery and deceit to gain access to Bastion and Claire. Perhaps she pretended to be a customer seeking a special charm, or a traveler in need of assistance. Their trusting nature made them easy targets.

Their Death: Narissa found them and murdered them in cold blood, driven by fear of losing her throne. Their final moments were filled with terror and desperation as they fought to protect Giselle from Narissa's wrath. Their love for their daughter fueled their bravery, even in the face of death.

Their Home: Their cottage was humble but filled with warmth and love. It was surrounded by a small garden where Claire grew herbs and flowers for her enchantments. The workshop was a clutter of tools, gears, and half-finished clocks, a testament to their dedication and craftsmanship.

Their Role: Bastion and Claire, although deceased, serve as a crucial catalyst for the entire story. Their love for Giselle is the foundation upon which her character is built. Their tragic deaths at the hands of Queen Narissa paint Narissa as a truly evil antagonist and sets the stage for Giselle's journey of self-discovery and eventual confrontation with her past. They represent the innocence and beauty of Andalasia that Narissa seeks to destroy. They serve as a tragic memory that Giselle will carry with her, motivating her actions and shaping her understanding of love, loss, and the importance of fighting for what is right. Their clockmaking skills are also important, perhaps leaving behind clues or enchanted items that Giselle might one day discover.

Couple/Character Inspiration

A spring festival of sincerity, shared affection, and sacred truth.

Celebrated on: The first full moon of spring  

Sacred site: Heartroot Grove  Emblem: The Heartblossom

🌿 Origins and Lore

True Hearts Day began not with spells or crowns, but with a promise spoken under flowering boughs.

Long ago, a minstrel named Eldric and a spell-weaver named Maelora met beneath the great trees of the Heartroot Grove. In defiance of the social roles expected of them, they chose to speak plainly, earnestly—laying their hearts bare to one another without the embellishment of magic, rank, or fear. From the roots stirred by their truth, the first Heartblossom bloomed: a lilac-colored, heart-shaped flower that glowed gently in response to sincere emotion.

Since then, each spring’s first full moon marks the return of True Hearts Day—a time for all of kingdoms in the Enchanted Forest Realm to honor personal truth, unembellished affection, and the beauty of saying only what is real.

🌸 The Heartblossom Gifting Ceremony

The sole magical rite of the festival.

At dawn, participants may walk into the Heartroot Grove, hoping to find a bloom among its mossy roots. These blossoms only appear to those who have spoken or acted in genuine truth over the course of the festival. They are rare and fragile, pulsing with a soft lavender glow.

To gift a Heartblossom is not necessarily to confess love—it is to say: “My heart is true.” If the recipient receives it sincerely, the blossom glows brighter and never fades. It is the highest unspoken vow in all of Enchanted Forest and continuing in Storybrooke.

🏰 Noble Traditions

Courtship Banquets Hosted in castle halls or noble estates. Tables are laid with fresh breads, soft cheeses, stewed fruit, and mead. Guests wear seasonal colors and take turns offering toasts of honesty—sometimes poetic, sometimes revealing.

Garden Promenades Gentle strolls through palace orchards or gardens, where potential matches share personal truths. The presence of chaperones is traditional, but discreet nods, small notes, or shared laughter allow emotions to bloom modestly.

Gift Tokens Embroidered handkerchiefs, pressed wildflowers, or miniature carved charms are exchanged discreetly—symbolizing esteem, admiration, or romantic curiosity.

🧺 Peasant Traditions

Village Feasts Communal meals held in the village green with simple but hearty fare—root vegetable pies, herb-roasted meats, and honeyed pastries. Musicians play lutes and pipes while friends and neighbors swap stories and riddles.

Maypole & Ribbon Dance Though not always named as such, villagers dance with long ribbons tied to a wooden pole, each ribbon symbolizing a hoped-for connection. The dance’s weaving is believed to bless honest intentions with luck.

Wishing Charms Crafted from twine, feathers, and beads, these small tokens are exchanged among children and friends. They’re tied to doorposts or fence rails, fluttering as a prayer for trust and understanding in the year ahead.

 Pastry Sharing Just after sunrise, loved ones exchange a heart-shaped pastry that celebrates authentic love, magical transformation, and the courage to follow one’s heart.

💘 Pastry Name: “Roseglaze Beignet” 

💜 Mythic Form & Flavor Profile

✨ Shape & Symbolism A heart-shaped beignet, puffed with pride and kissed by magic.

🍯 Base Dough Almond-vanilla brioche beignet dough—light, golden, and nostalgic. Fried to a gentle crisp, the exterior crackles like laughter at a royal ball, while the inside remains tender and emotionally receptive.

🌹 Filling Raspberry rose crème—tart, floral, and emotionally resonant. It’s piped into the center like a secret love letter tucked into a corset.

💜 Glaze & Garnish Lavender-violet glaze with edible glitter—drizzled in a spiral that mimics enchanted vines. Topped with:

Crushed candied violets (for ancestral sweetness)

A single raspberry (symbol of bold emotional truth)

A white chocolate curl with a red swirl

Mint leaf crown (for clarity and sass)

Usually, Sadira is very careful about not harming anyone with her sand magic. That is until she encounters the ICE agents forcibly removing homeless people off the streets instead of helping them! This triggers her trauma of years suffering in the streets.

Inspired by three songs: Gutter by Melanie Martinez, Monster by Reckless Love, & Woke Up by Marceline.