#queenofeden

6. If they have a magical gateway, does their magic shape it? For example, the pool of water in Asra’s oasis and the fact that he travels to it is by way of bodies of water is likely representative of his affinity for water magic.

- His Gate is a haunted, frozen wasteland. It started off as a blacksand seashore which he had to gradually flee towards the highlands, eventually mountains, to avoid shadows that lurk beneath. It holds the memories he hid away and reacts to the host.

11.  What is their relationship with magic like? Is it something they feel blessed to have or is it more of a burden/curse to them?

- It’s a little bit of both, his magic helped him survive but it also played a part in his banishment. He considers it on a purely practical basis.

05 | Do they sleep under the covers, with one leg out, or on top/with no blankets?

Kyria leg out, foot in. feet must be covered

Kyros completely under, or, completely out, depending on temperature

14 |  Do they bite ice cream or lick it?

Kyria suck on it (:

Kyros lick (:

32 |  Wash their hair first or their body first?

For Rory:

13. Overcompensation.  Is there something that your character just HAS to do better than anyone else?  Or are they just that dang good without trying?  If they see someone else showing off, what is their kneejerk reaction?

….Everything. It’s a defense mechanism, but he has to be the best. He is so rarely the best, so he tries very hard. But, when he was in school, it was especially in terms of his training in magic. He ensured he was well wanted and well loved before he graduated and left - not truly ambitious, but satisfied with knowing he was The Best at his studies. When he isn’t the best, or he sees someone showing off on something he thinks is a weakness of his, his immediate reaction is insecurity and anger. He may try to show them up.

After he’s brought back to life, this is lowered, but he still feels a drive to be The Best in what he does, feeling a deep insecurity when he is not put first.

20. Family.  Talk about your character’s family.  Who were they?

Oh boy. Rory’s family. We don’t have time to unpack all of that. But we’re going to anyway.

In his canon, Rory’s mother’s name is Siobhan Tanner nee O’Marcaigh and she was….neglectful at best and abusive at worst, treating Rory like dirt. She very much favored Riley, though Rory never found out the reasons why. And there are reasons. Mostly, she blames Rory for her loss of magic as his birth drew the magic from her. She resents him. She resents her life. She’s just not a very good person.

Rory’s father’s name is Stefan Tanner. He was a leathersmith who traveled in his 20s and then settled into their farm when Rory was born. While a mild-mannered and kind man, he is unfortunately spineless, which led to a lot of negligence as far as how his eldest son was treated. He did come in clutch in helping Rory run away from home when needed.

Rory’s Brother is Riley. He’s younger by two years, extremely big, and extremely well liked. Rory envies him, but loves his brother so much and he can’t be too angry at him just because he’s well liked. If Rory is the MC, Riley dies when Rory is 16. His death is the catalyst of Rory running away from home and pursuing his magical studies.

Rory’s Aunt’s name is Saoirse O’Marcaigh. She’s a huge lesbian and extremely vivacious and kind. If Rory were closest to any of his family members, it would be her. She’s Siobhan’s younger sister and owns the shop that becomes Rory’s later on :] While estranged from her family for most of her adult life, when Rory comes to her to help after he’s completed his magical training, she takes him in with open arms and helps him become more emotionally stable. Her death from the plague is what leads Rory to become obsessed with finding a cure, to the point of his own needs being neglected.

Now….we have our joint canon, Lauren, where your dear apprentice Laurel is full siblings with Rory ^_^ Their parents are Stefan Tanner and Marianna Lobban, who met and fell in love instantly, appealing to each other’s best traits, encouraging each other’s adventurousness. In a stark contrast, Marianna and Stefan are extremely loving parents and support Rory’s magical talents and help him train. He is the elder sibling of Laurel, whom he loves very much. He can’t imagine living in a world without his baby sister, eager to help her use her magic in whatever way possible. He still has Riley as their younger brother as well, and a new addition in their youngest brother, Lyndon, who is quieter than his elder siblings.This generally applies to AUs they exist in, adopting a sibling-like dynamic in which they are so close that they finish each other’s sentences, and are rarely seen without one another. They do have a fun rivalry, but it’s always in jest. In the end, they’re a package deal - There’s no Rory without Laurel.

For Riley:

5. Hidden talents.  Is there something neat that your character can do?  Tie a cherry stem into a knot with their tongue?  Say any word backwards perfectly? He can lift. A lot. LIke a lot a lot. Like he’s stupid strong. You ask him to pick stuff up, he’s gonna do it. He’ll lift a whole log, he doesn’t give a fuck. He is also quite adept at music, including singing and playing the lute, though he’d be happy to try any other instrument. He speaks very good fantasy pig latin, but he doesn’t use it except when writing “in code”.