1 5 19 for dahlia <guy who very obviously likes dahlia
1. What was the original thought that led to the creation of this character?
mainly i wanted a character who was lysander's polar opposite. the color scheme, low energy, aversion to false hospitality, the abstract nature of theoretical physics as opposed to the grounded concreteness of geology... as lysander's research partner she challenges him in every aspect (not intentionally though. she doesn't really care that much lol)
5. How did you choose their name and why? Was it simply based on vibes or is there any specific meaning behind the name? Are the reasons behind their name different in- and out of universe?
no specific reason. in fact dahlia wasn't even on the list of names that i like. i suppose in-universe it's one of her parents' favorite flower, specifically the black variant... in the white death her mother is a physician/plague doctor (the mask allows her to hide her identity as a woman) which is a profession that encounters death every day so there's an association with black flowers. plus it just fits her moody gothic vibe in twd lol
19. What is your general favourite thing about the character? What is your least favourite?
i love everything about her she's my cutie π but i do admit she is the character i project most heavily onto and sometimes i realize some not so pleasant things about myself through her