Lady Shi'anla Radusk
Shadows Bloom in the Skyline
Appearance
"I'll give You a good Dream..."
Warmth. It's in the eyes, really - melting like glittering amethyst into a sea of sunset violet that flickers with hints of molten gold - and it encompass all within a gaze as intense as a raging inferno - kept in check only by the rigidness that is her carefully crafted demeanor when seen outside of any real dwelling she feels comfortable within.Shoulders always back, chin tipped ever upward and her mouth set into a thin neutral line more often than not, the pale of her skin is as pastel the snow of her homeland, and she accents it all with Stygian color codes that are pulled together by the ink black of her hair that tumbles down and past her lower back. Usually pulled into a braid, or a ponytail, there is something to be said about one who seems to weave floral design into otherwise (to some) unnerving ensemble. Maybe it's the parasol.Hers is the air of one who walks the fine line between haughty nobility and humble understanding, usually preferring the company of sell-swords over those of her own station. It is, at least, who she is seen with more often than not - carrying on wayward adventures and jobs - leading them, carving a path with them, breaking bread and drinking with them.It is in combat scenarios that her leadership shines through, the years of tactical training undertaken coming to light as she directs the Iron Wolves with ease - and with a certain understanding of their strengths that perhaps speaks the relationships she holds with each individual member. Calm, cool, collected, and willing to make decisions that might be difficult, she will see her people to the end of a mission - no matter what it takes.Akin to her half-brother, when engaged in combat she is particularly ruthless - fighting as dirty as necessary to gain an upper hand. From garrote, to dagger, she's also not above using a little magic to ensure she comes out the victor - and such a thing perhaps lends itself to a much more sinister nature that's buried beneath that warmth she usually carries.
Information
Location❀ Data Center: Crystal
❀ Server: BalmungBasics❀ Age: Early thirties.
❀ Alignment: True Neutral
❀ Height: Short.
❀ Husband: Naja Radusk
❀ Known Family: Armont Couredalt (Half brother), Rhi'ldan Radusk (Twin brother), Emelie Radusk (Niece).
❀ Orientations: Pan with masc lean - Polyamorous.
❀ Pets: Four cats: Shadow, Scratchysharp lll, Myrtle and Buttercup.
❀ Race: Ishgardian Elezen / Hyur Midlander
❀ Sex: Female
About the Player
Hey there, and thank you for taking the time to read this carrd - you can call me Shi. I am a 30-something veteran RPer who has about 15 years of experience when it comes collaborative writing and storytelling. I love writing with people, love learning about characters and back stories, and ultimately am a slow-burn RPer.I am also AuDHD (Autistic/ADHD). If an interaction doesn't make sense, if there is a misunderstanding, etc, please don't hesitate to reach out - but please be aware I will ask for clarification if I don't understand something, too. I am not challenging you, I am just wanting to make sure we are on the same page!What I am looking for: I am always looking for more interactions, experiences, and friends to add to Shi's roster.What I am not looking for: While I do not judge those who ERP, it is not something I particularly look for, nor partake in. I, as a player, am on the ace spectrum, and prefer to fade-to-black unless I am comfortable with the person I write with - the number of those people I can count on one hand.I have a zero tolerance policy for OOC bullshit and drama. I am too old for this dumb shit, and if you can't act like an adult then you won't be interacted with.Please DNI if you are under the age of 18. This character's themes are adult-oriented.Types of RP I partake in:My absolute favorite kind of RP is slow-burn, in that my character takes the time to get to know other characters, and them mine. There are things that will not be known about this character unless you make the effort to do so, so please keep this in mind when interacting with her!As far as themes, I adore:1. Action/Adventure
2. Horror/Thriller.
3. Romance, with natural progressive elements. Just because this character is poly, it does not mean she is immediately available.Notation: My availability will vary as I am the FC/Community Leader for my FC - and that means that sometimes I will be unavailable due to DMing events, etc.Communication and Consent:Communication and consent are two very large factors that shape me as a person - and so, if there is ever a time in which you the player feels uncomfortable, please reach out to let me know. If you feel some way about something, let me know. I would prefer to avoid miscommunication and misunderstanding as these things can easily be solved by speaking like adults.RP Boundaries:I will RP with most anyone that I come in contact with, pending it makes sense for my character to do so. That said, if your character breaks my immersion, I will either skirt around certain topics or I will not interact. I prefer not to interact with those who claim to be the WoL / or have direct ties to major NPCs, as that is not something I particularly have good experiences with. Indirect is fine within reason, but please know that while I do not judge anyone for their flavor of RP so long as it's not hurting anyone, I prefer to keep a certain distance from some MSQ beats.No metagaming. My divulging certain things about my character on this carrd does not give you permission to automatically know it about them. DM me, we can discuss particulars of what your character might know / or sense about her.No Godmodding. We all like to feel like we play pretty strong characters, but they are always beatable - and if you are a person who doesn't like that, this character is not one to interact with. Most things will require rolls with me, or in-depth discussion for a mutually beneficial agreement.
✾Art Gallery✾
Artwork done by myself, along with commissions and gifts from dear friends. Thank you all so much for bringing my girl to life.
Art Credit: Torrjm
Art Credit: Cracked Star
✾More to come Soon✾
✾Screenshots✾ (CW: Blood)
✾Connections ✾
OOC note: Shi'anla has many friends, many work colleagues, and many people that she loves to the extent in which one may love platonically, as well as romantically. To name them all would be a list that would take up far too much space, but to all players who have interacted with this character, and have forged friendships, working relationships, and partnerships with her: Thank you for being here. <3
✾Hooks✾
Director of the Iron Wolves Mercenary Company.
Combatant: Excells in espionage, recon, and striking from the shadows.
Mage. While Shi does not have the same connection to her magic as before, she does have access to certain spells still.
Hostess and Bartender for Moonshard Haven
Owner of the Honey Bee Bakery.
Seamstress and Gemsoph.
Researcher/Scholar with a focus on forbidden magics and ancient cities.
Noble. Shi is an Ishgardian noble by birth, however, she does not seem to care much for this title.
Blood-Corruption: Your character may notice that her aether is just a little bit off. (Please DM me before using this hook)
A Reflection Through the Looking Glass
Special OOC Notation: This is where the Lore from the Game and my Homebrew Lore collide and weave, thus I have this here as a hook for those that might be interested in long-term Roleplay.First and foremost: No, this character is not a voidsent.This RP details aspects of Voidsent / Blood Corruption, Horror (Both General and Cosmic) and working with what lore we have + what lore is still guesswork.This is not something that comes to the light in Public RP Spaces (Venues, etc), nor will it come up in my FC Space. I do not begrudge others for their style of RP, but I like to keep things like this on the downlow IC.Your characters Do Not have permission to automatically know these things about her, as this is something that is meant to take a good amount of time to decipher, as she has learned to hide certain parts of herself by way of obfuscation of her aetheric signature.
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Just as most spoken have 'inner demons' to contend with, Shi'anla is no different, even if hers is just a touch more literal. With aether that might seem a bit 'off' to those in passing, those that take the time to get to know her will come to understand that there is a deeper, darker nature to her - one that she attempts to keep under lock-and-key while coming to terms with accepting it is a part of her.Coming to the surface every now and again for reasons that not even she understands, she seems to deign this a deep, personal flaw, one that she's contended with ever since her childhood - a haunting that seems to ebb and flow like the waves on a shoreline, and much like the sea, is determined by the ever present 'squall' that rages in the depths of her emotions.Clearly, it's something much deeper than something 'in the blood'.Images from this section come with a Content Warning for blood.
Shi'anla Radusk and Naja Solan
Below is commissioned artwork, personal artwork, and screenshots of two individuals who never really saw the path in front of them turning into a winding road that they swore they would walk together until the end. Theirs is a bond that has stood the test of time and tribulation, and no matter what, it will always be them against whatever it is that comes their way.
✾Artwork✾
Intimacy - LesleyLycan
"Marry Me." - LesleyLycan
Pick-me-up. - Me.
Smol. - Me
Still here. - Me
✾Screenshots✾ (CW: Blood)
