Post by Jess on Apr 21, 2022 14:51:55 GMT -5
Ellie Edwards
Other Names:– Eleanor Annabelle Edwards
Epithet:–
Height:– 1.81m
Build:– Curvy
Age:– 19
Gender:– Female
Race:– Human
Occupation:–Aspiring Samurai
Bounty/Rank:–
Total X-Poinz:– 845
Used X-Poinz:– 400
Earned X-Poinz Record:–
+300 (Starting XPz)
+170 Winds of Change
+75 I Ran
+225 Trails and Tribute-lations
+75 Unplanned Autograph Session
-200 Hayate (Rank 2 Sword)
-50 Sansa
-75 Shin Sansa
-75 Kirisame
Rebate X-Poinz Record:–
- Shin Ichi-Ryu
+125 (Rank 2 Sword - Hayate)
-50 Uro-Maru
-75 Sasu-Maru
Remaining Rebate XPz:– - FiSt Name Here
+? (Source of Rebate XPz)
-? (Name of Technique, Equipment, etc)
Remaining Rebate XPz:–
Upbeat, optimistic and kind, Ellie can come across as quite the friendly sort in the right circumstances, though in the wrong ones can seem bossy, competitive and somewhat haughty. A social character who tends to enjoy the company of others, the girl has a mild preference for those who are older than her than younger than her, but this is not so heavy as to deny her making friends with people who are junior to her. This perhaps a reflection of her own youth and sheltered aspects of her upbringing, she has spent her life tending to interact with people who are older than her and as such shows more ease in doing so than most.
Somewhat precocious in her mannerisms, she is very comfortable interacting with those who are older than her or of higher social station, which can perhaps make her come off as a little bit rude to some but this isn’t wholly her intention. Tending to be rather up front about things and very assertive in her desires for the most part, there are times when Miss Edwards can also seem rather domineering, though she does show a good potential as a leader. Unintimidated by most people and eager to speak her mind, while she perhaps still needs some polish in some areas, at the very least she is the type who will express her opinion and even stand up for others if they seem reluctant to.
Not wholly lacking for personal charm either, whether it be from lessons of eloquence as any lady should learn or simple habit from talking her parents into getting what she wants Ellie is an able and compelling speaker when she wants to be, though perhaps might come off as a bit prim and proper to some. Still a little clumsy and awkward at times in this regard given her age but certainly not off putting, and her eagerness to please others and earn praise certainly doesn’t diminish her returns by any measure, even if she can come off as a little too keen. If anything coming off as a little stuffy or pompous because of her upbringing and perhaps the dash of entitlement that comes from being a bit spoiled during it, she doesn't mean to thrust her opinions and attitudes at other people in an effort to overwhelm, but instead has a kind of energy and enthusiasm for things that can make it harder for her to read a room at times.
Perhaps what has become a defining trait for the girl her fascination with samurai and the culture they come from, after being rescued in her youth from dire straits by a drifting ronin she has come to admire these things to the point of emulation, and shows a sense of personal chivalry which is born from her understanding of bushido. Integrity key for the girl, she has a noted sense of honour and compassion as has been dictated in the books and accounts she has used to build her understanding of the people and land which fascinates her, and in some ways despite her overtly girlish persona can show traits that are more conventionally masculine because of this, which seem to only add to the haughtier elements of her character.
In addition to this seeming to have learned her 'code' and her general understanding from at best second hand sources, there are times when her comprehension is a little different to reality, which can lead to certain blunders on her part. At best seeming to have a somewhat idealized understanding of what she wishes to mimic, and at times grossly mistaken thanks to guesswork and artistic license, thankfully she is a keen enough student of this that she doesn't begrudge correction, provided one can get the message across to her of course. After all, she can be a little stubborn, and her zeal leaves her a bit more prone to expression than impression.
Excitable and emotional in her countenance, while this can give her a great sense of energy and vivaciousness, it can also make her seem somewhat volatile and a bit impulsive as well. Again that sense of enthusiasm seeming to get the better of her, while some might be impressed by her drive and ambition others might find her a little invasive and overly exuberant, and definitely in need of a little more maturity. This not totally a negative of course , the desire to impress people and express herself also gives Miss Edwards an audacious and brave sense of character as she isn’t daunted by many situations, and especially not by people. This however a double edged sword as always, she can sometimes let her spontaneity and recklessness get the better of her, and because of the fact she is somewhat sheltered maybe doesn't give all situations the consideration they need.
Certainly wearing her heart very much upon her sleeve in everything that she does, whilst this can be a great quality and her idealism tends to be a guiding force behind a sound morality, there are times when she can be a little naïve. Growing up in a sheltered environment of respectful peers, even though she has not missed out on a few severe hardships in life Ellie is somewhat lacking for real life experience and this can leave her a little open to folk who might seek to exploit her innocence and immaturity. However, she isn’t a dumb girl and is actually quite sharp of mind when she wants to be, and due to her straightforward and honourable manner loathes those who use deceit and tricks to achieve their ends more than almost anyone else.
Not the most tempestuous character given her inclination more toward the positive but certainly not a saint, Miss Edwards can certainly show a wicked temper when provoked and can somewhat brutal with it as well. Tending to give most the benefit of the doubt but having a few ‘triggers’ that will invoke her wrath rather easily, she believes in a certain righteousness of justice, and feels free to dish it out as she sees fit. Considering it her duty and perhaps everyone else's to uphold concepts of morality and virtue, she is not so lost in dogma that she would refuse to break a foolish rule for the sake of a greater good, though also does not shirk her responsibility in that matter either. The dislike that she has for liars meaning she is usually an open and honest figure, she holds her word in high regard, and would be loathed to break a promise even with a stranger without a rather significant reason.
Appearance
A tall and shapely young woman, Ellie is blessed with a fair complexion that stands as a slight contrast to the fairness of her locks and bright lavender eyes. Spending a great deal of time working on her body and that effort really showing by the amazing condition it is in, Miss Edwards has a firm and well-defined stomach, along with noticeable tone in her shoulders and arms, as well as the rest of her body.
The build of the beauty slender though not lacking for a curve or two, she possesses an ample bust though often this can be overlooked due to the tight way she binds it because of her active lifestyle, along with a mild broadness to her hips and thighs which when combined with her slim waist give the image of an hourglass to her figure. One of the most noticeable aspects of her fine physique being her long and very shapely legs, while she has many attractive features this refined and elegant looking girl has a sublime set of pins and she is aware of that, considering them her best feature.
The face of this fair femme pretty and elegant, her features are slightly pointed in a girly manner that most might overlook when focusing on the more obvious lines of her frame. Large eyed, her dark irises often carry a little mystique because of the way her black hair frames them, looking like drops of oil within a dark den. The facial makeup of Miss Edwards a little bit ‘foxy’, she has a sharpness and narrowness to her face that looks flattering and graceful, and perhaps makes her look a little but older than her tender age of nineteen.
The dark, raven coloured hair of Miss Edwards long and silky, though she is perfectly comfortable with her long locks loose, she habitually styles her hair into a somewhat bushy bunch at the back of her head whilst leaving one side of her fringe hanging down, usually over her right eye. Sleek and luxurious, the hair of this dark beauty is long enough to hang over her shoulders and reach her upper back when down, and despite the more functional style that she prefers on a day to day basis the girl is happy to leave her hair hanging loose when relaxing casually. Ellie also isn’t averse to altering her simple style should the situation call for it, enjoying short, bunchy tails, buns or even a simple braid when she wants to look a little fancier or more functional than her simple loose style.
Possessing an odd 'habit' in fact when it comes to those long, black locks, she tends to tie them into a bushy ponytail almost like a samurai's topknot when she seems to take something seriously, with her bearing often changing a little when she does so. This often something she does in combat when feeling pressured, it seems to bolster her confidence and push her into more of a warrior's mind-set, or at least that's what she claims, and usually means she is bringing you her A-Game when performed.
Ellie’s choice in clothing perhaps reflecting her upbringing the most of anything, while it’s clear that the girl likes to style herself in a way that makes her look good, she also retains a sense of courtesy and refinement about what she wears. Generously busted but not often choosing to emphasize this, she tends to wear shirts and blouses that usually hide this a little bit, rarely wearing anything that demonstrates her generous neckline because of her fondness for buttoned up options with cravats and other forms of neckwear, or turtleneck sweaters. Not one for heavy and showy jewellery, she likes simple and classy accessories, usually in the form of studs or pearls to give herself a classy sense of humility.
Frills and ruffles something that she loves, the overall dress style of Miss Edwards is somewhat stuffy but without lacking for attraction given the fact that despite her modesty she tends to like her items to be tailored to be tight enough to show off her frame. Modest with her bust but not her legs, given the pride she takes in herself and desire to look sexy the fuschia femme tends to wear rather short miniskirts, high hemmed dressed and shorts so as to maximize their mouth-watering emphasis. Not averse to ‘dressing down’ by any measure of the imagination, she will wear simpler clothing when she is working out or living casually, though it seems her usual style is a matter of habit from the ‘rich girl lifestyle’ she possessed while growing up. That being said, given she can be something of a showoff, she is happy to ‘break the rules’ so long as it brings her positive attention, and will slip into anything she finds flattering in the right kind of mood.
Traits
Speedy – One with the wind, well, not really. A girl who loves to feel the rush of air through her hair, be it on her own feet or horseback, Ellie has a natural inclination toward swiftness which has only been further enhanced by things like training in fencing and athletic word, showing a notable speed because of this.
Resilience – Wilful and not accepting defeat or pain easily, Ellie has a strong tolerance for injury that would surprise some, and can shrug off grievances which would likely incapacitate the average person through sturdy build and sheer force of stubbornness.
Endurance – Endowed with notable zeal and more often than not highly energetic, while Ellie might come from a prim and proper background she is remarked to have the energy of a farmhand, and as such shows a near-indefatigable tendency once she sets her mind to something.
Fighting Styles
Name:– Shin Ichi-Ryu (心一流) (One Heart/Mind Style)
Focus:– Swordplay, Speedy and Precise Strikes
Class:– E
Description:– Favouring the use of blades due to her fondness for Samurai, Ellie has developed a style with a basis developed from western sources, with eastern blade work integrated where she can. This creating what could be considered something equivalent to a 'Sword MMA', she incorporates footwork, speed and precision of fencing, along with incorporating technique of sources on Wano swordwork where she can, and is considered very much a WIP at present because of this.
Name:– Kyoken-Ryu (強肩流) (Strongarm Style)
Focus:– Hand to hand, Strikes and Throws
Class:– E
Description:– Knowing that one cannot take their blade to every place in the world due to matters of decency and practicality, Ellie is practiced in an unarmed close combat style she can use in tandem with her robust physical qualities to get the better of the average goon, and hopefully survive long enough to reclaim her weaponry.
Techniques
Name:– Sansa (三叉) (Trident)
Fighting Style:– Shin Ichi-Ryu
Rank:– 1
Description:– Drawing back her sword, Ellie uses her innate speed to complete a fast trio of thrusting attacks, either with each targeting different targets or a single one to bombard her enemy.
Name:– Shin Sansa (真三叉) (True Trident)
Fighting Style:– Shin Ichi-Ryu
Rank:– 2
Description:– Drawing back her sword the same as 'Sansa', Ellie fully utilizes her mastery of her innate speed and the benefits of her light and agile blade to complete a trio of thrusting attacks so fast it's practically like they all hit at once, usually focused on a single enemy.
Name:– Kirisame (斬雨) (Cutting Rain)
Fighting Style:– Shin Ichi-Ryu
Rank:– 2
Description:– Drawing back her sword the same as 'Sansa', Ellie fully utilizes her mastery of her innate speed, as well as the benefits of her light and agile blade to bombard her target(s) with a multitude of thrusting attacks, which resemble a volley of arrows.
Name:– Uro-Maru (洞○) (Hollow Circle)
Fighting Style:– Shin Ichi-Ryu
Rank:– 1
Description:– A drawing technique, devised as a counter against an attack from groups; Ellie draws her weapon and performs a turning movement on the spot. As she does so, she slices with their sword in a horizontal cut, creating a circular wake of cutting to attack in 360°.
Name:– Sasu-Maru (差○) (Shining Circle)
Fighting Style:– Shin Ichi-Ryu
Rank:– 2
Description:– Improving upon the basic Uro-Maru with the aid of her Katana, Hayate, the speedy nature of the sword allows her to perform the same move with incredible speed, allowing her to draw and attack in the same style in the blink of an eye, affording the average foe little opportunity to react to it.
Equipment
Name:– Hayate (疾風) (Swift Wind)
Fighting Style:– Shin Ichi-Ryu
Rank:– 2
Description:– A Wazamono graded Meito, and one of Ellie's most treasured possessions, this is a razor sharp and light blade which compromises little allows for rather speedy and precise blade work while losing nothing in terms of power potential either.
Razor's Edge – Showing the Epitome of the Razor Sharpness Katana are famed for, this possesses the Enhanced Sharpness Trait, allowing Ellie to deal greater damage than a common weapon.
Featherweight – Comprised of materials which provide a low weight without compromising its durability, this possesses the Lightweight Trait, complimenting her fast speed style perfectly.
Name:– Tanto (短刀) (Short Sword)
Fighting Style:– Shin Ichi-Ryu
Rank:– 0
Description:– More a keepsake than a weapon these days but no less important to Ellie for that fact, this is a largely small and ordinary tanto blade which the girl received from Fuutaro in her childhood, which she keeps largely for sentimental reasons or as a simple armament where a full sword would draw too much attention.
Background
Ellie’s young life a very comfortable one, she was born into wealth and lived out in the country, being raised in a privileged if somewhat isolated manner. Daddy quite indulgent of his daughter and a somewhat weak willed man, he would get her anything that she asked for with enough pleading, making her somewhat of a spoiled child, though not in a particularly bratty fashion.
Curious and largely social, though she liked to have her way Ellie was open and friendly, her limited social options led her to befriending the maids and servants at her home initially. Often ‘bothering’ the staff as they went about their day, she would chat with them in place of peers, wandering into the kitchens and stables freely and being afforded plenty of courtesy and patience because of her position. Starved a little of a social circle because of her station, she didn’t even have the chance to indulge her friendliness in school since she was tutored from home, and largely coped with this by becoming rather precocious and unintimidated by adults.
Girlish in many ways but having a tomboyish side, Miss Edwards was particularly fond of her pony, Mirabelle when she was a girl and would love to ride her around their grounds and outside with her parents and staff. Raising the beautiful chestnut and white mare from a foal, the young lady of the house doted upon her in every way she could, giving treats and combing the lovely long mane the horse possessed and learning to tie it into a lovely series of plaits.
In many ways considering the pretty and gentle spirited creature to be her best and only real friend in her youngest years, the girl would take her pet out of the stables practically every day and would keep her by her side as much as she could, even sometimes getting in trouble for bringing her into the kitchen and house. The relationship between Ellie and Mirabelle much more resembling that which might be shared by a dog than a steed, tending to march around the grounds together even when they weren’t riding and relax on the grass, they had a strong bond of loyalty and trust because of this.
Growing increasingly adventurous and a capable horse master, Ellie learned to jump the wall from the grounds when she was eight years old and would increasingly seek her own experiences. Making friends with locals, even more common folk, she was fairly precocious and enjoyed the attention of being called Milady as she trotted past folk, but this tendency to spread her wings would cost her dearly.
Roving too far from her home and the nearby town as she grew increasingly audacious, when she was nine years old the girl came a cropper as she was spotted by a bunch of bandits. Attempting to outrun them, their arrows wounded Mirabelle and she was thrown off the horse, breaking her arm and leaving her in agony, but worse was to come. First watching as they callously slaughtered her pony after the wounded animal kicked one of them to protect her, she was then dragged off to some den in a cave when they realized she was a rich girl, the brutes aiming to ransom her off.
Left in a dingy hole for weeks and given only scraps to sustain herself, aside from her ever present dread what Ellie remembers most is how cold she felt in the dirty and tattered clothing she had been left in, having had the pretty dress she wore taken away to sell and been left in what was little more than a burlap sack. Terrified and skittish at every sound, the girl was at least hopeful that her doting papa would provide the money needed to set her free again and he did, but it didn’t make much difference. The double-crossing brigands taking the gold they were given and then deciding to ‘double their money’ by selling Ellie as a slave, the girl was horrified to never see her loved ones again and wept until one of the bandits knocked her out.
Waking up to the sound of shouts and screams, to her surprise and eventual relief, Ellie found herself being rescued, albeit somewhat accidentally. A price on the heads of these bandits given their wicked activities, they were cleared out by a rough but handsome looking figure in robe-like clothing and carrying a curved blade, who happened to find the girl as she was bound, cold and exhausted. Breaking her chains to free her and even tending to the broken wrist she had suffered in a manner that seemed surprisingly gentle given how strong and imposing her seemed, the man told her his name, Fuutaro, and then scooped her up and wrapped her in his cloak to keep her warm.
Ellie remembers how warm it felt being held by him, how extraordinary she felt being treated to kindness and gentleness after so long she almost thought she had forgotten it. Despite her circumstances, this rescue is one of her fondest memories, and cemented the continuing crush she has on her saviour to this day. A man like no other she had met, while he was somewhat quiet and unconventional in his manners, but she could tell he was strong at his core and had a kind of tenderness toward her that made her feel special.
Returned to her home after guiding her rescuer back to town, initially her father thought that her saviour was actually one of the brigands and furiously demanded his arrest, but Ellie spoke out quickly on his behalf. Exhausted in every way by her ordeal and injured, she none the less stood between her saviour and the guards as they tried to detain him, not that she expected they could should he want to escape. However, after managing to calm her father down and get the situation properly explained, peace was restored and at her urging the man was given a guest room in their house for the night.
The one night of rest that the man was given turning into several, given what she had been through Ellie pleaded with her dad to extend it, feeling scared of being left alone without her saviour. Managing to convince both her father and her rescuer that it was worthwhile keeping him around, Ellie began to relax back into her normal life, eating like the hungriest wolf alongside her new friend and even arranging a memorial to Mirabelle in the garden. However, what she spent most of her time doing was harassing the man who had brought her home, following him around from dawn until dusk with questions and a general need for attention from him.
What followed a nice few days of indulgence for the girl, eventually Fuutaro needed to move on to his next job despite the fact that Eve’s father had given him the ransom money that had been recovered as a reward for his girl’s safety. This saddening the girl greatly who had hoped that he might stick around to become her bodyguard or even future husband, even going as far as to promise him her hand in marriage if he did, but that seemed to do little to quell the wanderlust that he felt.
Fuutaro certainly seeming sensitive to the fear that the femme felt upon his departure and doing at least one thing to try and help her cope with it, he gave her a gift in the form of a small tanto blade she could use to protect herself and she promised to practice with it daily. Also giving her his address at the guild to write him letters and his word that he would pop by to see how she was getting on, Eve’s hero rode away on his horse, which made Ellie cry despite everything.
Changed by her experience somewhat, even with her arm still in a sling due to the fact that it had to be re-set by the local doctor since it hadn’t healed properly given the crude care it had been given by the bandits, Ellie kept her promise to practice with her dagger albeit secretly. The confidence of the girl stifled somewhat and it taking her a couple of weeks to even find the courage to leave the house with Fuutaro gone, she would cavort around her room swinging the dagger one-armed and caused quite the bit of clumsy damage to the curtains and furniture because of this.
Father growing suspicious of what she was doing in her room because of the cuts in her bed posts and linens, though the girl gradually recovered her nerve to go outside on her own, achieving this for any long period would prove problematic after a time. The man of the house paranoid that she might be abducted again and insisting she was supervised by family or servants in whatever she did, though initially it was a comfort to have company, it became suffocating for her as the confidence of Miss Edwards steadily regrew and she sought her own direction.
No longer able to tour the town on her own and goof off with local children without a hawk-like attendant watching her every move, Ellie got in trouble with papa a lot for being something of an escape artist, but gradually managed to figure out ways around her problem. Pleading with her father for lessons to help her take better care of herself once her arm was properly healed, while the man did not think a young lady should be jostling around with ruffians in hand to hand combat, he did at least relent when he realized that permission or not she was going to pursue things all the same, so organized a fencing teacher because of this.
Taking to this eagerly since she remembered his wonderful swordplay from her rescue, Ellie strove to learn the blade in order to impress Fuutaro when he visited in future, as she wholeheartedly believed that he would. Writing him letters constantly, even while her ‘good arm’ had been injured and she was forced to scrawl in a barely legible fashion with her weaker one, with father promising to make sure they got to him, the process seemed therapeutic to the young girl, kind of like a diary. Sharing her thoughts and feelings and her many complaints, even if she did not get much in return, she enjoyed the chance to express herself and assumed that her hero was busy but enjoying what she sent.
The hopes of Miss Edwards proving true when, after more than two years, Fuutaro showed up at their house again, after mentioning he was on his way to do a few jobs in the local area and popping in to say hello, the wilful girl managed to talk both him and her father into letting him stay at theirs while she did. Loving this chance to have the man she crushed on so heavily nearby, the smitten kitten spent every moment she could with, showing off the moves she had learned and even asking him to take her with him when he did his work. However, he chuckled away such suggestions.
Fuutaro spending a couple of weeks at their place though present only on less than half the days as he rode off to do work, he did at least have time to share some stories and a few tricks with her as well. Giving her some pointers on spells to learn as well as a few lessons in self-defence, Ellie was elated when she actually managed to flip the man over her shoulder with a move he taught her, though a little disheartened when he remarked about the style of swordplay she was using. Tending to naively assume what she had been learning was similar to his own technique but a quick demonstration showing her she was quite mistaken, she begged him to stay and teach her properly, but alas he could not. He had business in other lands.
Because of this doing her darndest to learn what she could of the man and the culture he came from, and make up for her mistake, she began to study manuals and accounts wherever she could. Racing to the local library and looking through logbooks of adventurers, she scribbled notes on the observations they had on the land of Wano and the brave warriors who came from it, and practically became something of a local 'expert' on the land because of this. Details scant but the girl like a bloodhound tracking them down, after exhausting the local options she made sure to stop by book stores and the like when she went, she was desperate to accrue knowledge and become more of an authentic protégé of her idol.
In this habit her ever present social confidence proving useful, she didn't mind hounding even Marine captains and the like for information, and even less reputable seafarers as well where she could, when she saw them carrying weapons like those which Fuutaro sported. Finding out even more about Samurai and their arsenal, and fawning over their epic weaponry, she managed to pick up an encyclopaedia of all famed blades and memorized those of Bushido origin, and one day even managed to snag her own find.
Attending an auction of antiques with her father and spotting something in there which looked familiar, Ellie was astounded to discover a ranked Meito for sale, and begged daddy to buy it for her. The man reluctant, and only throwing a few lacklustre bids before other collectors took over, his daughter seized his bid paddle and let loose a lofty and energized entry which won her the weapon, though certainly some annoyance from her father as well. Having to give up on a couple of items he had been eyeing because of the weighty bid she had put in, she was in the dog house for a while because of this, but at least convinced him to let her keep the item regardless.
Using this in tandem with scrolls and manuals and even the odd personal lesson she managed to find on Samurai swordplay and never feeling more righteous for doing so, Ellie didn't care that her decision meant she was rooted in the mansion for months to come and even banned from her prom as punishment, instead relishing the time to herself to practice and hone her craft. Day after day losing track of the number of times she swung that sword or performed the patterns she had pictures of, she could only imagine the look on Fuutaro's face when he stopped by again and saw her with a sword like his and moves to boot, and yet the reunion she sought never happened.
Inviting him to her eighteenth birthday party and more as an honoured guest but the man never seeming to show up, with the girl now a young woman she had grown tired of waiting, and instead opted to set out to find him herself. Dad certainly not thrilled at the idea, especially since he was hoping to have her debut as a woman and be married as was tradition in their lands, he forbade her from leaving and for the first time was firm in his decision, even going so far as to arrange to have her picture shown at the local ports in order to deny her.
Ellie not deterred, however, and instead fleeing without his permission, she used a sheet rope to escape her room under cover of night, then took one of the family horses and cleared the fence with it as she made her escape. Riding for the coast, she left her steed with one of the stable boys in a port town and then stole a fishing boat to make her escape. Well, traded really, without permission. After all, she left a small fortune of jewellery in its place as she made her escape, and set out to sea in search of her idol, and the destiny she sensed in being a warrior swordswoman as well…
