Empress Naoki
Famous
Roleplay posts: 2,238
Physical Description: =========================
Empress Naoki is a curvaceous woman of average height, indeterminate age, and catlike features. Her hair is a dark auburn, often pulled back into a long braid. Her ears are both soft and fluffy, and her tail is never less than perfectly groomed. Amber eyes glisten in the shadows cast by her hair.
Clothes and Equipment: =========================
Naoki's wardrobe is to her as a frame is to a painting. Sometimes embellished with detail to be attractive in its own right, but never the focus. Usually simple but elegant, tightly fitting and highly revealing, used only to frame the beauty within.
Additionally, Naoki is, when clothed, often adorned with a small collection of accessories. She wears an earring, a brilliant cut amethyst, in her right ear. The silver signet ring of Isra is worn on her left pinky, marking her as High Lady of Isra. Directly adjacent, she wears the golden signet ring of The Isran Empire as its Empress. On the inside of her left thigh, there is a tattoo depicting a rose entwined with tentacles.
Allegiances: The Isran Empire
Player's online availability : Excessively often. Timezone: ET (-5)
Registered: Sept 12, 2015 13:02:17 GMT -8
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Post by Empress Naoki on Nov 10, 2018 21:26:41 GMT -8
As the night wears on, eventually the crowd around The Empress's Table dissipates, leaving her again alone at the table she sat down at some hours before. The table itself is round with a white tablecloth and is otherwise nondescript. Eight chairs are arranged around it; The Empress is sitting facing the dancefloor. [Because everyone wants a piece. ]
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Archbishop Alured Norian
Committed
Roleplay posts: 71
Age: 356
Physical Description: Seven-feet-tall wearing a heavy, black leather cloak. A wide brimmed hat sits upon his head, and he wears a curious, pointed mask, fit with black lenses that hide its eyes. Occasionally sickly-sweet smelling gas rises from small vents on their side of the "beak".
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When not wearing what he refers to as his ceremonial garb, he reveals himself to be an elf. His face is lined with age and his hair is short and slicked back, black streaked with gray. His eyes are orange, and despite his races propensity towards merriment, he wears a permanent scowl that exudes a cold aura of authority.
Clothes and Equipment: A heavy leather jacket, gloves, a wide-brimmed hat and a plague doctor's mask. He has with him on a strap a holy book, bound in black leather with silver linings.
His mask has enchantments that largely eliminate inhaled poisons, sight-based magics or effects or even the need for air. His jacket functions as a flexible suit of metal armor and hampers weapons as such. It cannot be slices, however crushing and large amounts of piercing damage may penetrate it. It can be fixed, but it takes time, and thus can't be performed during battles.
He carries no weapons and fights unarmed, although he has a knife for general purposes. His leather gloves function as gauntlets and can pack quite a punch.
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Allegiances: The Church of Varafel
Player's online availability : Frequent
Registered: Dec 22, 2017 15:51:51 GMT -8
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Post by Archbishop Alured Norian on Nov 10, 2018 21:46:51 GMT -8
The first to arrive, to the pleasure of many, surely, was the Archbishop himself. With a measured expression he gave the Empress a short bow before selecting a seat perhaps three chairs away. His business wasn't particularly pressing, and he didn't really intend to stay for long, but it seemed the polite thing to do. Before sitting, however, he approached the Empress, pulling something from his doublet. A small, black, leather-bound tome, about the span of one's hand. It was embellished with an indentation of Varafel's holy symbol and he held it out towards her.
"I understand I am meant to bring a gift to the host." he addressed. "I understand it may not be what you desire most, but I cannot afford to spend on many frivolities."
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Empress Naoki
Famous
Roleplay posts: 2,238
Physical Description: =========================
Empress Naoki is a curvaceous woman of average height, indeterminate age, and catlike features. Her hair is a dark auburn, often pulled back into a long braid. Her ears are both soft and fluffy, and her tail is never less than perfectly groomed. Amber eyes glisten in the shadows cast by her hair.
Clothes and Equipment: =========================
Naoki's wardrobe is to her as a frame is to a painting. Sometimes embellished with detail to be attractive in its own right, but never the focus. Usually simple but elegant, tightly fitting and highly revealing, used only to frame the beauty within.
Additionally, Naoki is, when clothed, often adorned with a small collection of accessories. She wears an earring, a brilliant cut amethyst, in her right ear. The silver signet ring of Isra is worn on her left pinky, marking her as High Lady of Isra. Directly adjacent, she wears the golden signet ring of The Isran Empire as its Empress. On the inside of her left thigh, there is a tattoo depicting a rose entwined with tentacles.
Allegiances: The Isran Empire
Player's online availability : Excessively often. Timezone: ET (-5)
Registered: Sept 12, 2015 13:02:17 GMT -8
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Post by Empress Naoki on Nov 11, 2018 0:29:30 GMT -8
“Ah, Archbishop. I’m pleased to see you could attend. Nice outfit.” It’s difficult to tell what degree of sarcasm The Empress is employing, but she smiles when she says it.
“There’s been no mention of gifts, but I could not decline a book I have yet to read. I graciously accept your gift; it will be a fine addition to my collection. Some light reading for long carriage rides, perhaps.” The Empress places the tome atop the box given to her by Galh'dor Suebek The Bloody.
“You have my thanks, Archbishop. Is there anything you’d like to discuss while you’re here?”
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Archbishop Alured Norian
Committed
Roleplay posts: 71
Age: 356
Physical Description: Seven-feet-tall wearing a heavy, black leather cloak. A wide brimmed hat sits upon his head, and he wears a curious, pointed mask, fit with black lenses that hide its eyes. Occasionally sickly-sweet smelling gas rises from small vents on their side of the "beak".
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When not wearing what he refers to as his ceremonial garb, he reveals himself to be an elf. His face is lined with age and his hair is short and slicked back, black streaked with gray. His eyes are orange, and despite his races propensity towards merriment, he wears a permanent scowl that exudes a cold aura of authority.
Clothes and Equipment: A heavy leather jacket, gloves, a wide-brimmed hat and a plague doctor's mask. He has with him on a strap a holy book, bound in black leather with silver linings.
His mask has enchantments that largely eliminate inhaled poisons, sight-based magics or effects or even the need for air. His jacket functions as a flexible suit of metal armor and hampers weapons as such. It cannot be slices, however crushing and large amounts of piercing damage may penetrate it. It can be fixed, but it takes time, and thus can't be performed during battles.
He carries no weapons and fights unarmed, although he has a knife for general purposes. His leather gloves function as gauntlets and can pack quite a punch.
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Allegiances: The Church of Varafel
Player's online availability : Frequent
Registered: Dec 22, 2017 15:51:51 GMT -8
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Post by Archbishop Alured Norian on Nov 11, 2018 1:25:40 GMT -8
For a moment Alured surveyed the Empress. Wondering if it were more wise to merely go on his way. Yet, after a moment he took his seat.
"Your Vizier has seemed to take an interest in me, and in my church." he began, opting for a more direct approach. "A rather aggressive one, I might add. After tracking me down of her own accord she practically accosted me with accusations. It was to my understanding that despite our...differences, I would be able to operate within the bounds we agreed upon. Interpersonal issues aside, have I or my followers done anything to deserve this unwarranted harassment, or is this par the course for business in the Free City?" he asked dryly, the taste of his earlier conversation still lingering in his mouth.
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Empress Naoki
Famous
Roleplay posts: 2,238
Physical Description: =========================
Empress Naoki is a curvaceous woman of average height, indeterminate age, and catlike features. Her hair is a dark auburn, often pulled back into a long braid. Her ears are both soft and fluffy, and her tail is never less than perfectly groomed. Amber eyes glisten in the shadows cast by her hair.
Clothes and Equipment: =========================
Naoki's wardrobe is to her as a frame is to a painting. Sometimes embellished with detail to be attractive in its own right, but never the focus. Usually simple but elegant, tightly fitting and highly revealing, used only to frame the beauty within.
Additionally, Naoki is, when clothed, often adorned with a small collection of accessories. She wears an earring, a brilliant cut amethyst, in her right ear. The silver signet ring of Isra is worn on her left pinky, marking her as High Lady of Isra. Directly adjacent, she wears the golden signet ring of The Isran Empire as its Empress. On the inside of her left thigh, there is a tattoo depicting a rose entwined with tentacles.
Allegiances: The Isran Empire
Player's online availability : Excessively often. Timezone: ET (-5)
Registered: Sept 12, 2015 13:02:17 GMT -8
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Post by Empress Naoki on Nov 11, 2018 10:19:29 GMT -8
The Empress listens to Alured’s tale of woe and frowns. After thinking for a moment, she shrugs. “What can I say, Archbishop. You’re an interesting man.”
“Bold of you to assume that I know anything about The Vizier’s motives, though. I certainly didn’t ask her to harass you, if that’s the question. What sorts of things did she say, and how did you respond? Paraphrase to me.”
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Archbishop Alured Norian
Committed
Roleplay posts: 71
Age: 356
Physical Description: Seven-feet-tall wearing a heavy, black leather cloak. A wide brimmed hat sits upon his head, and he wears a curious, pointed mask, fit with black lenses that hide its eyes. Occasionally sickly-sweet smelling gas rises from small vents on their side of the "beak".
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When not wearing what he refers to as his ceremonial garb, he reveals himself to be an elf. His face is lined with age and his hair is short and slicked back, black streaked with gray. His eyes are orange, and despite his races propensity towards merriment, he wears a permanent scowl that exudes a cold aura of authority.
Clothes and Equipment: A heavy leather jacket, gloves, a wide-brimmed hat and a plague doctor's mask. He has with him on a strap a holy book, bound in black leather with silver linings.
His mask has enchantments that largely eliminate inhaled poisons, sight-based magics or effects or even the need for air. His jacket functions as a flexible suit of metal armor and hampers weapons as such. It cannot be slices, however crushing and large amounts of piercing damage may penetrate it. It can be fixed, but it takes time, and thus can't be performed during battles.
He carries no weapons and fights unarmed, although he has a knife for general purposes. His leather gloves function as gauntlets and can pack quite a punch.
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Allegiances: The Church of Varafel
Player's online availability : Frequent
Registered: Dec 22, 2017 15:51:51 GMT -8
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Post by Archbishop Alured Norian on Nov 12, 2018 13:29:15 GMT -8
"Your Vizier's motives should, I assume, mirror your own." Alured replied, his tone measured. "and if not, I would humbly suggest keeping a very close eye upon her. I will certainly be doing so." when asked to paraphrase his conversation, he leaned back somewhat, as if assuming a more proper-than-perfect posture. He hadn't expected to be forced to answer such a direct question, although perhaps he should have been. After all, in the short time he'd known her he hadn't heard of the empress pussyfooting around the topic of conversation.
"Hassling me about the funds of my church with thinly-veiled accusations, questioning me rather callously about the death of my city, questioning and outright insulting my Goddess, to name a few things. When such a high-ranking official takes it upon themselves to hassle an invited guest of their own accord you of course recognize how it reflects upon you-"
A sudden halt, mid-sentence. As if the words had been strangled in his throat as he turned, perhaps a little too quickly to look at the approaching party.
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Lord Mykola Volkh
Committed
Roleplay posts: 82
Physical Description: Six feet and some change, his skin is pallid, making the shadows cast over his gaunt face seem even darker. His ears taper to a point, whether through the Curse or from before his change is unknown. Black hair falls in a straight black waterfall down his back. His eyes, when sated, are red. The longer he goes without feeding, however, his eyes grow darker until completely black and soulless. Has sharp incisors.
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Clothes and Equipment: Typically wears a series of seven doublets he keeps in impeccable condition. Wears a mantle even indoors and when alone.
Has a magical sword that has layer upon layer of powerful enchantments to increase durability to survive the full force of his blows. When it bites into flesh it absorbs blood, fueling and healing its wielder.
Has three rings, one of which lets him teleport within the confines of his castle. The second provides some protection from sunlight, giving him a few precious moments to retreat into darkness. The third lets him detect intruders and activate his defenses within his castle, even when away.
When grasping the end of his cloak it becomes hard, allowing him to use it as a shield.
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Registered: Jan 5, 2018 17:01:37 GMT -8
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Post by Lord Mykola Volkh on Nov 12, 2018 17:17:18 GMT -8
While the vampire may not have been personally invited to the ball, he was not to while away his hours among the many guests without seeing the Empress of Isra with his own eyes. She certainly wasn't difficult to notice here at this table, alone before for a single elven man. Indeed, with a glance he noted that she would not be so easy to miss in a crowd, either. After all, how many comely cat-eared women could there be in Isra? When the Archbishop turned to have him, he smiled but did not stop until he had reached Naoki's side. With him was his ever-present apprentice. "Empress Naoki, it is quite a pleasure to finally meet you. I humbly ask your forgiveness for not meeting you sooner, but I did not want to interrupt the company you had before. I am Mykola Volkh, Lord of Castle Volkh, and this is Natasa Waltine, my apprentice. May I say this ball is magnificent. Not to mention-" he turned his attention to the Archbishop who glared at him with fierce intensity, smiling mockingly. "Your guest list is exquisite. Would you allow us to take a seat at your table?"
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Empress Naoki
Famous
Roleplay posts: 2,238
Physical Description: =========================
Empress Naoki is a curvaceous woman of average height, indeterminate age, and catlike features. Her hair is a dark auburn, often pulled back into a long braid. Her ears are both soft and fluffy, and her tail is never less than perfectly groomed. Amber eyes glisten in the shadows cast by her hair.
Clothes and Equipment: =========================
Naoki's wardrobe is to her as a frame is to a painting. Sometimes embellished with detail to be attractive in its own right, but never the focus. Usually simple but elegant, tightly fitting and highly revealing, used only to frame the beauty within.
Additionally, Naoki is, when clothed, often adorned with a small collection of accessories. She wears an earring, a brilliant cut amethyst, in her right ear. The silver signet ring of Isra is worn on her left pinky, marking her as High Lady of Isra. Directly adjacent, she wears the golden signet ring of The Isran Empire as its Empress. On the inside of her left thigh, there is a tattoo depicting a rose entwined with tentacles.
Allegiances: The Isran Empire
Player's online availability : Excessively often. Timezone: ET (-5)
Registered: Sept 12, 2015 13:02:17 GMT -8
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Post by Empress Naoki on Nov 15, 2018 23:35:54 GMT -8
The Empress listens quietly to the Archbishop, concealing her amusement behind a slight smile. Without his mask, he’s sort of funny when he’s irritable. Maybe that’s why Grandma was harassing him.
Then someone new approaches. The Empress turns and listens as they introduce themselves, and nods when they’re finished. The looks Volkh shares with The Archbishop don’t go unnoticed by The Empress; based on Volkh’s appearance and Alured’s reaction, it isn’t difficult to make assumptions.
“Likewise, Lord Volkh. Certainly, though allow me to finish here.” The Empress gestures toward seats at the table that would place the table between them and The Archbishop, and her safely off to the side. She doubts that The Archbishop will linger much longer, so she attempts to conclude her discussion with him.
“Allow me to rephrase. The Vizier’s 'motive' is synonymous with her responsibility: to predict, prevent, and deal with potential threats to The Empire and my rule. It is her methods that defy understanding. I cannot say for certain why she questioned you in the manner she did, but it isn’t difficult to guess that she was evaluating you as a potential threat. By seeing how you react when confronted, she gains insight into your character that she might use in the future.”
“However, whatever she said is not indicative of any opinion of mine. You are not an ally I would rely upon in times of need, and sometimes it's amusing to poke at you, but I should like to think that we share a largely respectful and mutually beneficial working relationship.”
“I do oh-so-most-humbly apologize if The Vizier disturbed your delicate sensibilities,” It isn’t difficult to tell in this instance that The Empress is employing a high degree of sarcasm.
“But you’re a big boy and I provide you with a great big stack of gold every month, so don’t let the mean old Vizier hurt your feelings.”
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Archbishop Alured Norian
Committed
Roleplay posts: 71
Age: 356
Physical Description: Seven-feet-tall wearing a heavy, black leather cloak. A wide brimmed hat sits upon his head, and he wears a curious, pointed mask, fit with black lenses that hide its eyes. Occasionally sickly-sweet smelling gas rises from small vents on their side of the "beak".
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When not wearing what he refers to as his ceremonial garb, he reveals himself to be an elf. His face is lined with age and his hair is short and slicked back, black streaked with gray. His eyes are orange, and despite his races propensity towards merriment, he wears a permanent scowl that exudes a cold aura of authority.
Clothes and Equipment: A heavy leather jacket, gloves, a wide-brimmed hat and a plague doctor's mask. He has with him on a strap a holy book, bound in black leather with silver linings.
His mask has enchantments that largely eliminate inhaled poisons, sight-based magics or effects or even the need for air. His jacket functions as a flexible suit of metal armor and hampers weapons as such. It cannot be slices, however crushing and large amounts of piercing damage may penetrate it. It can be fixed, but it takes time, and thus can't be performed during battles.
He carries no weapons and fights unarmed, although he has a knife for general purposes. His leather gloves function as gauntlets and can pack quite a punch.
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Allegiances: The Church of Varafel
Player's online availability : Frequent
Registered: Dec 22, 2017 15:51:51 GMT -8
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Post by Archbishop Alured Norian on Nov 20, 2018 11:53:24 GMT -8
The Empress' tone of voice, nor her words, were entirely lost on Alured. He accepted them, however, with a largely distracted nod, although not without a glare cast in her direction. It certainly looked as if he were prepared to continue this conversation, however with another glance towards the vampire his lips sealed into a tight line and he stood mechanically, nearly knocking his chair over in the process.
"You may consider what I said however you like. I would, however, prefer to rejoin the party." with a stiff bow the Archpriest turned, quickly abandoning his complaints at the table as he disappeared into the crowd once again. It was difficult to tell which event had offended his sensibilities more, the Empress or the corpse.
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Lord Mykola Volkh
Committed
Roleplay posts: 82
Physical Description: Six feet and some change, his skin is pallid, making the shadows cast over his gaunt face seem even darker. His ears taper to a point, whether through the Curse or from before his change is unknown. Black hair falls in a straight black waterfall down his back. His eyes, when sated, are red. The longer he goes without feeding, however, his eyes grow darker until completely black and soulless. Has sharp incisors.
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Clothes and Equipment: Typically wears a series of seven doublets he keeps in impeccable condition. Wears a mantle even indoors and when alone.
Has a magical sword that has layer upon layer of powerful enchantments to increase durability to survive the full force of his blows. When it bites into flesh it absorbs blood, fueling and healing its wielder.
Has three rings, one of which lets him teleport within the confines of his castle. The second provides some protection from sunlight, giving him a few precious moments to retreat into darkness. The third lets him detect intruders and activate his defenses within his castle, even when away.
When grasping the end of his cloak it becomes hard, allowing him to use it as a shield.
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Registered: Jan 5, 2018 17:01:37 GMT -8
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Post by Lord Mykola Volkh on Dec 1, 2018 9:59:45 GMT -8
Listening quietly to the exchange between the Empress and Archpriest, followed shortly by the latter's retreat, Lord Volkh had already pulled out a chair for Natasa and taken a seat himself where she had directed him. There was no sense stirring the pot, after all. Once alone at the table, the vampire turned his attention more directly to Naoki.
"I apologize if my presence drove off your guest." he noted, although more as a formality. It had been fairly clear the animosity between the two, even to one who had not been embroiled in courtly intrigue for many years. "I can only hope that our company will suffice." with a gesture to Natasa, still draped in his mantle, he prompted her to speak.
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Natasa Waltine
Committed
Roleplay posts: 87
Age: 17
Physical Description: Natasa is a small young woman with a face that makes her seem younger than she already is. Though much of her hair is brown at the ends, its streaked heavily with white.
Like her hair, her brown eyes are also being invaded by blue splotches, looking much like a failed paint mixture.
Atop her head, one horn curls up from her temple to the back of her head around her ear, and another has only just broken through the skin.
Registered: Jan 5, 2018 19:09:24 GMT -8
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Post by Natasa Waltine on Dec 1, 2018 21:10:07 GMT -8
Ah, so this was the archbishop. Natasa stared up at him with many more questions in her eyes than would be answered. He looked at Volkh with a look of... was that fear? Disgust? Some appropriate mix of both? She opted for the third, as the nature of the vampire certainly wasn't friendly or inviting. There was something more to it than that, however. Volkh spoke as if he knew him!
Knowing she was not in a place to inquire currently, she turned her attention to... goodness! This was the Empress?
The girl could not curtsey any faster, though it came at a wobble as she felt her ankle bend at the mercy of her heels. She steadied herself swiftly, face glowing bright red. "Your Highness," she gasped, avoiding looking the woman straight in the face. Back in the village, they spread rumors about such people. Looking them in the eyes would get you killed!
She could hardly believe her ears when they were asked to sit with her. She? A lowly peasant girl turned prisoner and apprentice sitting next to an Empress? Was her Lord this important? Gods above!
She gazed at Naoki as Volkh spoke, stunned by not only her status but her beauty. The girl couldn't help but feel as though she felt quite short in comparison. She smiled shyly and looked down as her Lord presented her. What in the world was she supposed to say? Oh, what a torturous task he put onto her!
"I... i-it's an honor, truly, Empress."
The flames flickered faintly when she stuttered, heart leaping.
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Empress Naoki
Famous
Roleplay posts: 2,238
Physical Description: =========================
Empress Naoki is a curvaceous woman of average height, indeterminate age, and catlike features. Her hair is a dark auburn, often pulled back into a long braid. Her ears are both soft and fluffy, and her tail is never less than perfectly groomed. Amber eyes glisten in the shadows cast by her hair.
Clothes and Equipment: =========================
Naoki's wardrobe is to her as a frame is to a painting. Sometimes embellished with detail to be attractive in its own right, but never the focus. Usually simple but elegant, tightly fitting and highly revealing, used only to frame the beauty within.
Additionally, Naoki is, when clothed, often adorned with a small collection of accessories. She wears an earring, a brilliant cut amethyst, in her right ear. The silver signet ring of Isra is worn on her left pinky, marking her as High Lady of Isra. Directly adjacent, she wears the golden signet ring of The Isran Empire as its Empress. On the inside of her left thigh, there is a tattoo depicting a rose entwined with tentacles.
Allegiances: The Isran Empire
Player's online availability : Excessively often. Timezone: ET (-5)
Registered: Sept 12, 2015 13:02:17 GMT -8
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Post by Empress Naoki on Dec 4, 2018 11:34:41 GMT -8
The Empress murmurs acknowledgment to Volkh, dismissing whatever the matter with The Archbishop is. Looking between the two of them, she wonders what sort of relationship they must share, and what that story is. There really are all sorts attending the ball tonight, and here are two of them.
That said, whatever it is that Lord Volkh hopes to achieve here is as of yet unclear to The Empress. If his aim to embarrass his apprentice, he's doing well, in Naoki’s estimation, but she can help.
“Thank you,” The Empress responds, looking directly at Natasa. “I like your dress; it does well to bring out the color in your eyes.”
The second part is, of course, an absolute lie; The Empress can’t see her eyes, but the cliche comment should have the desired effect regardless. The second option would be to compliment… her horns, or something, or whatever it is she has going on there with her chest, but that would probably be in poor taste.
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Lord Mykola Volkh
Committed
Roleplay posts: 82
Physical Description: Six feet and some change, his skin is pallid, making the shadows cast over his gaunt face seem even darker. His ears taper to a point, whether through the Curse or from before his change is unknown. Black hair falls in a straight black waterfall down his back. His eyes, when sated, are red. The longer he goes without feeding, however, his eyes grow darker until completely black and soulless. Has sharp incisors.
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Clothes and Equipment: Typically wears a series of seven doublets he keeps in impeccable condition. Wears a mantle even indoors and when alone.
Has a magical sword that has layer upon layer of powerful enchantments to increase durability to survive the full force of his blows. When it bites into flesh it absorbs blood, fueling and healing its wielder.
Has three rings, one of which lets him teleport within the confines of his castle. The second provides some protection from sunlight, giving him a few precious moments to retreat into darkness. The third lets him detect intruders and activate his defenses within his castle, even when away.
When grasping the end of his cloak it becomes hard, allowing him to use it as a shield.
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Registered: Jan 5, 2018 17:01:37 GMT -8
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Post by Lord Mykola Volkh on Dec 4, 2018 12:45:15 GMT -8
Admittedly, Naoki was not entirely wrong about embarrassing his apprentice. Yet, his attempt to see her had not been entirely for fun and games. He was quiet for a moment as the compliments to his apprentice faded from the immediate topic of conversation before beginning in earnest.
"The ball is quite lovely," he began, voice low but supernaturally audible over the rumble of fellow partygoers. "I have heard many great things about your reign from those who attend. I even had a rather in-depth discussion with your Vizier. I'm impressed by your story, Empress, I only wish I had been out and about when your rise to power occurred. From what I understand, it was quite the event."
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Natasa Waltine
Committed
Roleplay posts: 87
Age: 17
Physical Description: Natasa is a small young woman with a face that makes her seem younger than she already is. Though much of her hair is brown at the ends, its streaked heavily with white.
Like her hair, her brown eyes are also being invaded by blue splotches, looking much like a failed paint mixture.
Atop her head, one horn curls up from her temple to the back of her head around her ear, and another has only just broken through the skin.
Registered: Jan 5, 2018 19:09:24 GMT -8
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Post by Natasa Waltine on Dec 5, 2018 14:08:36 GMT -8
Stuttering out a quick thank-you, with her hand up to her cheeks to try and hide her blush, the girl was quiet. Did she really get a compliment from the Empress of Isra?!
Inconceivable!
Despite this, she understood her place. Keeping her head down, she listened on to Volkh's and Naoki's conversation, as she did with Grandma.
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Empress Naoki
Famous
Roleplay posts: 2,238
Physical Description: =========================
Empress Naoki is a curvaceous woman of average height, indeterminate age, and catlike features. Her hair is a dark auburn, often pulled back into a long braid. Her ears are both soft and fluffy, and her tail is never less than perfectly groomed. Amber eyes glisten in the shadows cast by her hair.
Clothes and Equipment: =========================
Naoki's wardrobe is to her as a frame is to a painting. Sometimes embellished with detail to be attractive in its own right, but never the focus. Usually simple but elegant, tightly fitting and highly revealing, used only to frame the beauty within.
Additionally, Naoki is, when clothed, often adorned with a small collection of accessories. She wears an earring, a brilliant cut amethyst, in her right ear. The silver signet ring of Isra is worn on her left pinky, marking her as High Lady of Isra. Directly adjacent, she wears the golden signet ring of The Isran Empire as its Empress. On the inside of her left thigh, there is a tattoo depicting a rose entwined with tentacles.
Allegiances: The Isran Empire
Player's online availability : Excessively often. Timezone: ET (-5)
Registered: Sept 12, 2015 13:02:17 GMT -8
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Post by Empress Naoki on Dec 6, 2018 5:41:00 GMT -8
The Empress’s eyebrows raise. Here goes Grandma again, telling people things.
“What did she tell you?” Naoki asks. “Because as I remember it, the whole process wasn’t terribly exciting, steeped in bureaucracy as it was. The importance of the events speaks for itself, I suppose, but it wasn’t at all comparable to something like this.” Gesturing, she indicates the ball.
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Selene
Committed
Roleplay posts: 87
Age: Unknown
Physical Description: Selene has a curvaceous figure with porcelain skin, and starlight silver locks. Her eyes gleam lavender, as she prefers to dress in shades of blue, purple, silver or black.
Clothes and Equipment: Selene wears a variety of blue, purple black and silver dresses, preferring cool colors. She has an enchanted sapphire around her neck, protecting her from harmful toxins, enchantments or curses.
Registered: Jul 21, 2018 18:57:24 GMT -8
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Post by Selene on Dec 22, 2018 16:08:25 GMT -8
Selene's heels announced her presence before her words. Clad in tight, leather leggings which trailed up to her waist, the woman's attire was rather interesting, if not a tad peculiar. Fabric trailed down her rear like a cape, leading to a fur-rimmed jacket that went from the back of her neck, to her shoulders to cup her breasts.
"Hello, Empress." Selene said, ever the picture of decorum and politeness. Her arms were covered by sleeves, the wrists puffed outwards by fluffed rabbit pelt. Likewise, her gorgeous hairstyle was obscured by the obsidian headband, a small isran flag suspended in it. She quirked her ruby lips, a fizzy Manastorm within her gloved hands. In another hand was a small platter of foods, cheese, fruits and slices of meat among them. "Would it bother you if I took a seat here? I'm terribly afraid that most other tables seem full, and I would hate to sit alone at such a lovely soirèe."
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Empress Naoki
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Roleplay posts: 2,238
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Empress Naoki is a curvaceous woman of average height, indeterminate age, and catlike features. Her hair is a dark auburn, often pulled back into a long braid. Her ears are both soft and fluffy, and her tail is never less than perfectly groomed. Amber eyes glisten in the shadows cast by her hair.
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Naoki's wardrobe is to her as a frame is to a painting. Sometimes embellished with detail to be attractive in its own right, but never the focus. Usually simple but elegant, tightly fitting and highly revealing, used only to frame the beauty within.
Additionally, Naoki is, when clothed, often adorned with a small collection of accessories. She wears an earring, a brilliant cut amethyst, in her right ear. The silver signet ring of Isra is worn on her left pinky, marking her as High Lady of Isra. Directly adjacent, she wears the golden signet ring of The Isran Empire as its Empress. On the inside of her left thigh, there is a tattoo depicting a rose entwined with tentacles.
Allegiances: The Isran Empire
Player's online availability : Excessively often. Timezone: ET (-5)
Registered: Sept 12, 2015 13:02:17 GMT -8
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Post by Empress Naoki on Jan 2, 2019 12:16:44 GMT -8
Turning at the sound of her name, The Empress offers a perfunctory reply as she examines Selene’s outfit. “Hello, Selene.”
And what an outfit it is. Having seen many of the Ball’s guests, Naoki must admit that Selene’s attire catches the eye in a manner no others do. It has a lot going on; much like her last outfit. She must enjoy the attention.
The Empress gestures for Selene to sit. There are several empty seats; she has her pick. “Another extravagant outfit. Did you design it?”
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Selene
Committed
Roleplay posts: 87
Age: Unknown
Physical Description: Selene has a curvaceous figure with porcelain skin, and starlight silver locks. Her eyes gleam lavender, as she prefers to dress in shades of blue, purple, silver or black.
Clothes and Equipment: Selene wears a variety of blue, purple black and silver dresses, preferring cool colors. She has an enchanted sapphire around her neck, protecting her from harmful toxins, enchantments or curses.
Registered: Jul 21, 2018 18:57:24 GMT -8
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Post by Selene on Jan 6, 2019 3:03:14 GMT -8
Selene smiles, sitting a respectable seat apart from the empress. Not too close to imply familiarity, she'd let Naoki do that, but not too distant to suggest coldness or uncomfortability.
She sets the platter down in-between herself and the empress, taking a sip of the manastorm. "Ah, I actually did design this one. I had help, such as the inspiration for fur instead of wool, but I drew most of it. It's getting chilly in Isra, after all." She pops a grape into her mouth.
She took off her headband, showing the exquisitely crafted hairstyle that positively shimmered in the light. "How does our lovely host fare this evening?" She inquired, smiling.
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Lord Mykola Volkh
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Roleplay posts: 82
Physical Description: Six feet and some change, his skin is pallid, making the shadows cast over his gaunt face seem even darker. His ears taper to a point, whether through the Curse or from before his change is unknown. Black hair falls in a straight black waterfall down his back. His eyes, when sated, are red. The longer he goes without feeding, however, his eyes grow darker until completely black and soulless. Has sharp incisors.
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Clothes and Equipment: Typically wears a series of seven doublets he keeps in impeccable condition. Wears a mantle even indoors and when alone.
Has a magical sword that has layer upon layer of powerful enchantments to increase durability to survive the full force of his blows. When it bites into flesh it absorbs blood, fueling and healing its wielder.
Has three rings, one of which lets him teleport within the confines of his castle. The second provides some protection from sunlight, giving him a few precious moments to retreat into darkness. The third lets him detect intruders and activate his defenses within his castle, even when away.
When grasping the end of his cloak it becomes hard, allowing him to use it as a shield.
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Registered: Jan 5, 2018 17:01:37 GMT -8
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Post by Lord Mykola Volkh on Jan 7, 2019 23:08:35 GMT -8
"Ah, but you and I both know that while events like these" the vampiric lord gestured to the crowd with a slight incline of his head, "are extravagant in their own right, they only set dressing of what's been decided behind the curtain, before the show ever began. I assure you, the Vizier was only generous in her portrayal of you. She tells me you come from humble origins, but to look at you now I find that difficult to believe."
Sitting here tonight it was difficult to imagine this could be something achieved during such a small window of time, yet mortals never ceased to amaze him in their industriousness. The Empress appeared mostly at ease with his presence, which either spoke for her confidence in her own power, or that of those around her. It was a refreshing change, but also a concerning one, to a lesser degree. Having people not fear him did provide such benefits that let him dine her among them tonight, but it also heralded that those less scrupulous might be willing to do something they'd regret.
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Empress Naoki
Famous
Roleplay posts: 2,238
Physical Description: =========================
Empress Naoki is a curvaceous woman of average height, indeterminate age, and catlike features. Her hair is a dark auburn, often pulled back into a long braid. Her ears are both soft and fluffy, and her tail is never less than perfectly groomed. Amber eyes glisten in the shadows cast by her hair.
Clothes and Equipment: =========================
Naoki's wardrobe is to her as a frame is to a painting. Sometimes embellished with detail to be attractive in its own right, but never the focus. Usually simple but elegant, tightly fitting and highly revealing, used only to frame the beauty within.
Additionally, Naoki is, when clothed, often adorned with a small collection of accessories. She wears an earring, a brilliant cut amethyst, in her right ear. The silver signet ring of Isra is worn on her left pinky, marking her as High Lady of Isra. Directly adjacent, she wears the golden signet ring of The Isran Empire as its Empress. On the inside of her left thigh, there is a tattoo depicting a rose entwined with tentacles.
Allegiances: The Isran Empire
Player's online availability : Excessively often. Timezone: ET (-5)
Registered: Sept 12, 2015 13:02:17 GMT -8
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Post by Empress Naoki on Mar 12, 2019 8:33:22 GMT -8
Selene smiles, sitting a respectable seat apart from the empress. Not too close to imply familiarity, she'd let Naoki do that, but not too distant to suggest coldness or uncomfortability. She sets the platter down in-between herself and the empress, taking a sip of the manastorm. "Ah, I actually did design this one. I had help, such as the inspiration for fur instead of wool, but I drew most of it. It's getting chilly in Isra, after all." She pops a grape into her mouth. She took off her headband, showing the exquisitely crafted hairstyle that positively shimmered in the light. "How does our lovely host fare this evening?" She inquired, smiling. “Well enough,” The Empress hazards, taking another sip of her drink. She isn’t sure what Selene means to drive at but she’ll humor her. “Attendance seems good.” “And yourself?”
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