Graceful Heart

"To be forgotten is worse than death."
-Freya Crescent

Character Sheet

Details

Appearance

Personality Traits

When in Favorable Company

When in Poor Company

When in Stranger's Company

Quirks

Habits

Hindrances

Handicaps

Background

Story

Backstory

Graceful Heart, originally known as Ania (subject to change with the introduction of female Hrothgar.), hails from Ilsabard. She was born and raised to the Lost clan of the Hrothgar. With a mother, father, and younger brother at her side.
The Lost were known to travel consistently in search of work that allowed them to journey and live freely. When she was seventeen years old, a lurking imperial troop attacked Ania's tribe. Slaughtering nearly half and severely injuring several more. Including her parents.
While the shock still shook them to their cores, Ania saw no other option than to get her people to safety. Grabbing a weapon, the young woman ordered her tribe to take temporary refuge in a nearby cave. With no one to step up and offer guidance, Ania took the role upon herself and kept her tribe safe. Once those who remained were well enough to travel again, the elders decided to elect Ania to be their voice and their sword.
For eleven years (until the age of 28) Ania served as leader of her small tribe and named them the Clan of Idenstret in honor of a dear friend. It was no small task and at times wore the woman down. But she never gave up. When they had to fight, Ania was at the front risking her life for the clan. When they needed a voice, Ania used her wits to get the tribe the footing they required. She always took care of her people, and made sure they had everything they needed to survive. No matter what it took.
Once the young one's came of age, and proved they were capable to help provide for their clan, Ania began distributing tasks throughout the tribe. It didn't take long for them to grow and thrive afterwards.
Eventually, Ania grew tired of playing the task of chieftain and ultimately decided it was not where Ania wanted to be. With the Empire's rule coming into flux every day, word began to spread of people's liberation around the world. This wonderful news intrigued Ania and she decided that she'd like to travel rather than lead. To explore this newly opened realm. And her younger brother wished to join her on this grand new adventure. With a heavy heart, Ania left the clan in the hands of a very capable clansman and headed off into the world with Nevasch.
Unbeknownst to the siblings, the Hrothgar people hadn't been seen in the flesh outside of Ilsabard yet, and their appearance set most people on edge. A newfound ally all but pushed Ania and Nevash to assume a new identity. Ania eventually agreed arguing that perhaps, in some way, it would help keep her tribe safe from the Garleans. And thus Ania the Lost became Graceful Heart the Hellsguard. Revasch of Clan Idenstret became Reverent Sword the Hellsguard.
Graceful and Reverent traveled Hydaelyn for two years eventually landing in Ishgard where she met her, now, husband Cu Chulain. She eagerly sought to learn the ways of the dragoon, their grace and prowess igniting a newfound flame within the disguised Hrothgar. And it was Cu Chulain she had to win over to get the training she desired. Though, winning his heart* was a whole different (and unexpected) story.
For months she harassed the Au Ra to teach her, following him as if she were his second shadow. Often offering Cu gifts and treats to get him to open up. When he finally caved, he kicked Graceful on her arse several times before she finally yielded.
After gaining what knowledge and skills she deemed necessary, Graceful decided that she'd ultimately rather wield the heavy axe. She could still fall back on the lance if needed, but the axe was a lot more fun to swing around. And sometimes it made her enemies run, which was a lot of fun.
After Graceful and Cu decided to travel together, Reverent Sword set out on his own path. Occasionally appearing to remind his sibling he was still about. And that he was never more than a stone-throw away.

Present

Together, Graceful and Cu aided in the fight against the Empire where they could. Eventually they settled in a cozy little cottage in Twelveswood. Usually, Graceful Heart can be found hanging around a tavern, or lazing about at home. And lately has been toying with the idea of returning to her natural appearance... what with all the male Hrothgar flaunting carelessly about. She has just the tiniest inkling of a feeling that soon the females will follow suit. And why not join in with the fun?

The Player's Inspiration

Graceful Heart is a kind, protective, and giving soul. She would do anything for anyone so long as they treat her right. She wouldn't skip a beat to protect someone in the street, even before knowing what they'd done wrong. It's just what you should do. Be there for one another.
Graceful overly enjoys drinking full-bodied stouts. It makes her feel more accepting of people and circumstances that normally fill the woman with rage. And also helps with the apprehension she feels from being around strangers.
Graceful is a fidgety sort. Always massaging her earlobe or picking at something. Call it anxiety if you want. There's no reasoning for it. It's just a habit. Something she does.
Her favorite food is Orobon Stew. It's warmth and comfort reminds Graceful of her deceased mother. The best part is the doughy dumplings.
Her favorite color is sky blue, which is why she streaks hints of the color through her blonde hair and the blue markings upon her cheek.

OOC Information

1.) Data Center: Crystal
2.) Home World: Balmung
3.) Availability: Weekday's after 8p CST/CDT
4.) Feel free to contact me anytime!
5.) Please, no drama or negativity.
6.) No ERP.
7.) No, I'm not a futa.
8.) Will RP in any format and style. Discord/In-game; Para/One-liners
9.) I've been out of the scene for quite some time, so please be understanding.
10.) Please do not take actions for my character. I greatly appreciate it!
11.) Please keep IC and OOC strictly separated.
12.) I am married to Cu Chulain IRL. He does not RP, but I feel I should give him a place in Grace's story anyway. Because I lurves him.
13.) I am up for running and participating in RP Events. (I used to curate for the Green Goobbue's.)
14.) I am most definitely switching to female Hrothgar the second it drops! \o/
15.) I am kind, supportive, and caring. If you're kind to me, I'll double it right back at you. If you hurt me or my friends, I can be a bit savage.
16.) IRL Modern Heathen.
17.) I don't like crowds very much. They make me anxious, so let me have a few beers first!