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 Posted: Sat Jan 04, 2014 5:48 pm
 Alexandria E. Ferdinand
"Life changes when nightmare becomes reality;
may you be so fortunate to keep dreaming." Murder doesn’t necessarily mean evil, right? Full Name: Alexandria Elaine Ferdinand
Alias : Såizburg’s Thorned Rose
Nicknames: Alexandria is often called Andria by friends and those who are of superior rank. But she is also referred to as Elaine or Alexi by her family. If it were her choice Alexandria would be the only thing people called her.
Date Of Birth: January 1st
Current Age: 18
Gender: Female
Nationality: Predominately Austrian
Origin Of Birth: Salzburg, Austria
Occupation: Student
Appearance:
Alexandra’s most memorable for her soft features and flowing flaxen blonde hair. She possesses a tall and slender figure that gives the appearance of someone of delicate nature. Because of this people often view her as something of a wall flower- unlikely to put up a fight and potentially too afraid to object.
Her dainty features mask her physical strength as an agile fencer as well as her cunning personality. While Alexandria’s body is well toned there aren't many signs of real defined muscles except around her core and the muscles of her forearm and wrist. Which appear abnormally defined for someone so dainty? Other physical capabilities include various acrobatics and to some extent endurance running; from being used to running the alleys, bridges and streets of Salzburg.
Alexandria, however, is nowhere near the fastest or the most defensively built. In combat she relies on her agility and acrobatics to create opportunities for purposeful counter strikes as many can out brute force her or out run her if she tried.
Common Attire: {Hakama}, {Furisode}, {"white dress"}, {School Uniform}
But those who do take it upon themselves to kill others,
have to be prepared to have others try to kill them. Height: 170 cm || 5ft 7in
Weight: Roughly 50kg || 110lb
Blood Type: O-Negative
Eye Color: “Olive drab”
Hair Color: Flax blonde
Piercings: One piercing in each lobe
Tattoos: ---
Distinguishing Features: Notable silver scar tissue on her left wrist that extends to around the middle of her forearm. Sort of looks like lightening due to uneven edges during the healing process.
Personality:
Alexandria is known for being both cunning and resourceful. She will typically get to a position of strength before acting or doing things that could cause turmoil. Her sense of self perseverance is as strong as her vanity, often acting in such a way to create a deception about who she is. While, she was never “poor”, she acts the lady she was taught to be when she was young. Alexandria is known for speaking softly but ever observant; always polite till all means of negotiation are exhausted. Most people can probably detect she isn’t comfortable with any idea of an ‘alliance’ with anyone. In these situations she is quick to take in the scenery: what is around, what people are doing or saying, but more importantly the details to how something is done or said. She constantly observes people in her company; for loyalty isn't something she is accustomed to. ’Loyalty’ back home always started and ended with blood, but won in battle. Despite her façade, Alexandria has real charm under her thick shell. She hasn't forgotten what it is like to be friendly and genuine- just that most ‘friendships’ aren’t forged for those qualities.
Likes: Alexandria has an appreciation for plants and enjoys roses, succulents and orchids in particular. She, unsurprisingly, also enjoys hiking in the forests and mountains. While, she would favor the snow to the sand- she isn't completely against going to the beach. Her favorite type of food is “Shabu Shabu”, a Japanese dish using thin slices of meat and a boiling hot soup base- with a variety of vegetables and tofu. Some of her favorite things include going to festivals, festival outfits in addition to traditional Japanese attire, scented candles or incense {doesn't like harsh smelling things or people}.
Dislikes: Alexandria despises demons, and has difficulty with the prospect people would keep them as "pets". And can't stand harsh/foul smells. She also dislikes Gaudy or excessively bright and obnoxious clothing or jewelry. In addition to alarms of all varieties; she generally hates loud noises. Alexandria dislikes the taste of most fish and isn't fond of excessively sour or tart foods. Finally, Alexandria does have a minor fear of complete darkness {of the heart, mind, as well as literal darkness}.
Hobbies: Alexandria's past time include gardening and maintenance of her potted plants. She has also come to enjoy baking. Other activities include reading, meditation, stretching and occasionally testing the limits of her acrobatic skill. And that’s what they call the law of Karma, my friends.
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Posted: Sat Jan 04, 2014 5:50 pm
That’s why good or bad,
the ones who are left standing are the ones with the strongest wills to survive.  True Cross Academy Year: 4th
True Cross Cram School Year: 1st
Exorcist Class: Exwire
Affiliation: Exorcist
Base Of Operations: True Cross Academy
My History I grew up on the streets of Såizburg which used to be known as the Salt Castle, oddly enough.. From days long gone and stories that are merely legends for the history books. The town had endured much and that was why we were to work together. Or at least that is what they taught us in school. I knew full well it was just a lie to try and breed a better generation. Såizburg was victim to its own greed. While the economy boomed with tourism and marketing- most wanted more than just money. Power was the real commodity everyone seemed to desire.
My father played a role in this reality. To the oblivious by stander he was a successful business man owning four different flower shops throughout the city. To the underground he was considered dangerous. He was the man selling firepower to those who paid his price.Yet the reality was he truly wasn’t as dangerous as rumors said. The city that dealt its power with the secrets of the land, of politics and of treason… Seemed ignorant to my father’s reality. I still remember the bitter arguments between them- my mother and father. My mother, Amelie, wanted a peaceful life for our family; for my sister and I. She did not want us to know the reality that was Såizburg.
In the end, I knew first-hand what Såizburg was and I was the one who dealt in secrets.
Sometimes a strange thought pops into my head and I wonder what it would have been like.. Had none of this happened; if everything had turned out as my mother wanted it- how different my reality would be?
I hurt myself today
To see if I still feel.
I focus on the pain
The only thing that’s real..
Growing up I often worked between three different task masters. My mother wanted me to learn about medicine and the use of herbs and follow her path as a doctor. And my father brought me under his wing. When I was little I was just the one who took his secrets to those who bid the highest. And brought him what they gave me. At that point- I just thought it as a game; I got to run around the city unattended- something my mother wouldn’t have allowed if she knew about it.
Finally his mother, Gramma Sophie, had been my teacher and trainer from when I could walk. The crowning achievements of Gramma’s day included being one of the more renowned fencers in Europe. She would teach me this ancient form of sword play. In the beginning it was merely learning to fight with sticks in the mountains for hours at a time. And it too was only a game, but by the time I was eight I was using a sword. None of silly sporting gear people used professionally in the fencing leagues.
My grandmother prided herself on the skill I gained through her teaching and wisdom. For, she had also taught me to be a “lady” or at least how to fake it.
Unknown to her it would later be a source of darker deeds to be done.
The needle tears a hole,
the old familiar sting.
Try to kill it all away.
But I remember everything..
When I was twelve years old I began an apprenticeship of sorts under my father. He knew I had become skilled with the rapier from my grandmother. My grandmother’s pride became my entrance into Såizburg’s underground. My only job was to protect him. But I learned much more than how to simply how to ’outplay’ someone easily twice my size.
For two years I spent the days assisting my mother at her clinic, training with my grandmother or sometimes even at school. However my nights now became absorbed learning my fathers “trade” and how his business was done. At school I wasn’t a particularly popular student since I didn’t have perfect attendance and didn’t attend any after school activities. When I was at school I spent my time absorbing and learning the information rather than knowing the people around me. Regardless of my “unsociable” nature and questionable attendance my teachers worried about; I got stellar grades.
However, one night everything would change.
I remember the day pretty well- my father had asked if I’d assist him with something. So, naturally I had skipped school- expecting some sort of a business trip to Italy or even Switzerland. But, I was pleasantly surprised.
We went to one of his shops in one of the poorer districts of Såizburg. The shop was run down and the clerk he had hired was drunk behind the register- many of the plants looked like they had seen better days. However he didn’t yell or even bother with the man. We walked into the back of the flower shop were a table was- neatly organized with a number of succulents, rocks, soil and some odd and old containers. Then he said to me, “If there is one thing I must teach you- it is that the simple things are the ones that will keep you content.” He had an odd smile on his face I’d never seen before.
I spent most of the day there with him learning about one of his favorite past times I had long forgotten. He was always a gardener at heart. And this run down shack of a flower shop had something the others didn’t- a piece of him.
As the evening skies rose we left the shop and he once again became the man I knew much better. He was stoic once more and lost any sense of kindness. That garden was his heart, and perhaps why he was able to deal with the business he did. We didn’t return home, instead headed into the back allies and once more into the tunnels.
Business was uneventful- lies, and deceit- not much money to be made in that crowd. Until something very untypical happened. There were screams as a man who had been badly injured ran into space we had all been discussing and bickering in. He was incomprehensible and very fearful, yelling of demons or ghosts- fairy tales to keep children in at night. There were many confused looks and quiet musings to be interrupted by a most strange sight- the man who had been screaming began to whimper and back into narrow entrance before simply seeming to split open… His blood poured from what was left from his corpse and dropped to the floor. The rest of us were left in horror of what had possibly happened. As none of us could see what had killed the man.
The first person stood up and began to run as fast as he could towards the exit, and he too was cut open and left for dead. That is when panic seemed to strike and everyone began to fuss- trying to get out of this place we seemed trapped in as people fell to the ground. I got my father up and grabbed his hand with my left hand and my grandmother’s rapier with my right. Together we forced our way through the masses- either by force or blade. However just after we had left the small room and gotten into the tunnel my father called my name and I felt a searing pain shoot up my left arm. Time seemed to stop- I turned around to watch my father fall to the ground. His blood pooling as his limp hand slipped from mine. I looked down at my own arm, unable to comprehend his death, it was serious. I scanned to see what creature could of possibly have done this, and I saw nothing- or did I? To my horror I did see something- a horrible creature- with a demonic entranced grin. He wasn’t done here. But he did not seem interested in me and instead gave a wink and walked back into the room to kill those that remained within.
What have I become?
My sweetest friend,
everyone I know goes away..
In the end.
I didn't’t know what else to do but run- and I ran not to home but to my Gramma’s home on the outskirts of the city. I still remember the shocked look on peoples face as I ran the down the streets with blood dripping down my left arm. But, I’m sure they weren't the only ones who looked shocked. My Gramma sat me down in her kitchen; she wrapped up my arm and made me one of her herbal teas. From the taste I knew it was Kava- a strong herb for anxiety, I knew she often worried about the things her son did. Evidently her nightmares weren't too unlike the reality of what had happened that night.
We didn't speak a word that night. The next morning we looked at my arm again- and there were no signs of healing at all. No inflammation and the wound still bleed some. That is when my grandmother asked about the events of the previous night. So I told her everything- about the man running in, his death and others, then the demon and his demonic grin. She took everything in and sat quietly. After a few minutes she told me that I was to go to the church- they were the only ones who could help.
At the church, they did help, after I told them about the horror of the night- to a man I'd never seen before but he held a certain elegance to him. He seemed to have a higher knowledge of these creatures; an odd reassurance that something could be done to right the wrong done that night. The 'doctors' as they called them came and the man began to leave and I asked him, "So what are you that you know so much about the horrors of the night?" and he simply responded, "An exorcist." and left the room.
I decided my path was set- I, too, would become an exorcist.
I wear this crown of thorns,
upon my liars chair..
Full of broken thoughts,
I cannot repair..
{Part of the} Lyrics of “Hurt” by Johnny Cash {Original: Nine Inch Nails}
Relatives:
Elias Christian Ferdinand {Father- deceased}; In life Alexandria highly respected Elias, although she simply called him "father".
Amelie Janika Ferdinand {Mother}; Amelie and Alexandria aren't on best of terms- especially after Elias's death.
Despite the differences between the two- they were still lovers. When Alexandria returns home- its not unusual she stays with her Gramma.
Emma Marie Ferdinand {Younger sister}; Emma was too young to remember how her father died.
Alexandria doesn't spend much time with her when she is home as Emma much prefers her mother and often sides with her mother on everything- even the more trivial things.
Gramma Sophie {Grandmother- Father’s side}; Perhaps the only living member of her family she is on good terms with.
Despite the "accident" as Gramma calls it, Sophie holds no grudges towards her granddaughter.
My Goals: Include revenge, I aim to become talented exorcist so next time I see that demonic grin- his blood will be pooling on the ground.
Then, perhaps, one day I will earn my mother's forgiveness. The world being what it is, a lot of people out there deserve to die, don’t they?
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Posted: Sat Jan 04, 2014 5:52 pm
Equipment:
------- [ x3 ] Holy Water Grenades
------- [ x2 ] Stun Grenades
------- [ x2 ] Incendiary Grenades
------- [ x3 ] Smoke Grenades
------- [ x1 ] EMP Grenades
------- [ x2 ] Decoy Grenades
------- [ x3 ] Signal Flair
------- [ x1 ] Tabun Gas
Combat knife {K-bar}
Runes: --- Expertise:
Alexandria learned from a young age the art of fencing. While, traditionally fencing only worked if both combatants were using fencing technique, Alexandria doesn’t practice fencing to that standard. Instead combined with her impressive acrobatic skill she uses similar concepts to battle into her opponent’s weakness often created by their advances. This style of fencing is more defense-oriented.
BotanyThrough a mixture of her mother’s lectures, the brief time with her father and her own personal studies- Alexandria is very knowledgeable about many types of flora. She is rarely confused about what any particular plant or tree is; in addition to what a particular plant or tree can be used for and how to use it.
AcrobaticsAlexandria was born a naturally flexible individual, as she grew up she continued to challenge her natural flexibility and agility. Through leasons with her Gramma, Alexandria tuned her acrobatic skill to benefit her fencing abilities. Alexandria’s acrobatic skills lie primarily in gymnastic skills- particularly tumbling and other “floor” based exercises.
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Posted: Tue Jan 07, 2014 3:31 am
Meister Primary Type: Doctor
Primary Ability: Eye of the Mind (Fake)
A sixth sense for avoiding danger. Bonus effect of offering resistance against penalties caused by visual obstructions; such as a building or a tree.
Poisons
Medicine Name: Moroidin Concentrate
Medicine Type: Poison
Appearance: Carried in a vial- the liquid is clear.
Medicine Description: This poison is made from the hairs of a stinging brush.
Thick gloves should be used to prevent poisoning. This poison is rarely fatal and mainly used to cause discomfort in the victim.
Symptoms: Initial side effects include excruciating stinging sensations that will only get worse if the victim touches the affected area. Over time the sensation fades.
{lasts 5 posts; 2 post wait before the same target can be poisoned again}
Risks: Very rarely Moroidin Concentrate causes death.
Cure: Antidotes made from greater plantain.
Medicine Name: Queen’s Bane
Medicine Type: Poison
Appearance: Carried in a vial- the liquid appears indigo in color.
Medicine Description: Made from the leaves and flower of the Aconitum {also known as aconite, wolf’s bane or devil’s helmet}.
When collecting leaves gloves must be worn to prevent poisoning. Queen’s Bane is primarily used to cause temporary paralysis.
Symptoms: Initial symptoms can occur through direct contact or injection and include a tingling sensation beginning in the area that is in contact to the poison. The tingling will spread and eventually lead to numbness in a large area {Ex: Hand to shoulder}. In a mild exposure the paralysis lasts approximately fifteen minutes, with ten minutes before paralysis sets in and another 30 minutes until the tingling stops. Sometimes victims feel like there are ants crawling on them instead of a tingling sensation, this isn’t uncommon.
{2 posts before paralysis sets in; paralysis lasts 3-4 posts; tinglings completely stops after 5 additional pots}
If the poison is ingested the victim will begin to vomit as soon as the poison is absorbed. Other side effects of the absorption include nausea and diarrhea.
Risks: Direct contact with the poison will cause a tingling sensation that can potentially lead to a temporary paralysis of the user depending on the severity of contact. Victims can potentially almost instantaneously die from a large dose of the poison, more commonly death is associated with the paralysis of the heart in prolong exposure or exposure near to the heart.
Cure: In the field, Lavender oil can be used topically to treat Queen's Bane poisoning. In a clinical setting, Atropine is the popular choice to help recuperate someone after being poisoned with Queen’s Bane. Mild exposures will cure on there own within an hour.
Medicine Name: Nightshade Concentrate
Medicine Type: Poison
Appearance: Carried in a vial- the liquid which can appear to be anywhere from a dark plum to black in color.
Medicine Description: This poison can be made from the Atropa belladonna plant. All parts of the belladonna are considered poisonous- typically the root or berries contain the most poison. No part of the belladonna plant should be consumed. Main use of Nightshade Concentrate is for its ability to temporarily alter the victim’s cognitive abilities. Nightshade Concentrate can however be used to kill its victim as well.
Symptoms: Initially the victim will experience pupil dilation. Over the course of twenty minutes the victim will begin to experience blurred vision, potentially nightmare-like hallucinations and confusion. The victim may also have altered motor skills and may experience headaches. Symptoms often wear off within the hour in mild exposures.
{4 posts to set in; ~5-6 to wear off}
If the poison is ingested the victim may experience a sweet taste if the poison was produced mainly from berries. However, ingestion of Nightshade Concentrate is considered highly toxic and can kill the victim.
Risks: A severe exposure (ingestion) can lead to the death of the victim. Death takes no longer than six hours.
Cure: In the field Nightshade Concentrate can be cured with consumption of Lavender oil. In a clinical setting, physostigmine or pilocarpine are the drugs of choice. If exposure is severe, hydration and bed rest will help with symptoms.
Medicine Name: Abrin Concentrate
Medicine Type: Poison
Appearance: Carried in a vial- the liquid appears a light yellow in color.
Medicine Description: Made from either the seeds of the rosary or jequirity pea. Abrin Concentrate is a poison with a low lethal dose.
On a biological level, it penetrates cells and prevents protein synthesis which causes cell death.
Symptoms: Initially the area surrounding the injection site feels warm to the touch and slight swelling may be present. Over 24 hours more serious symptoms occur: nausea, bleeding as well as a feeling of tightness in the victim’s chest if the lungs are affected. Sweating may occur at any time after the first twenty-four hours and if the lungs are effected pulmonary edema may occur making it difficult for the victim to breathe. Often respiratory failure will kill the victim before the toxin destroys enough cells.
Risks: Left untreated it can kill the victim in less than three days. Larger victims may take up to five days before the poison kills them.
Cure: Injected abrin has no direct cure. But can be mitigated and excreted through intensive hydration {IV fluids if available are best, or simply water by mouth with nausea medication if needed}. Oxygen and substances such as Chinese Liquorice-based antidotes can be given to assist with breathing issues if they arise. Bed rest is also recommended.
Antidotes
Medicine Name: Liquorice Concentrate
Medicine Type: Antidote
Appearance: Carried in a vial- the liquid is dark brown to black in color.
Medicine Description: This antidote is made from Chinese liquorice roots. It is used to help a patient with breathing.
Symptoms: Liquorice concentrate helps to open up the airways to assist with breathing. Additionally it can be used to relieve coughing by easing spasms of the bronchi.
Risks: Toxicity can only result from excessive consumption of licorice products while using Liquorice Concentrate
Cures: Used to treat breathing problems. Particularly useful to counter act Abrin poison in lung tissue.
Medicine Name: Broadleaf Concentrate
Medicine Type: Antidote
Appearance: Carried in a vial- the liquid is clear in color. This vial is also marked by a “broad leaf” etched into the glass to help differentiate it from other clear liquids.
Medicine Description: This antidote is made from leafs of the greater plantain. Broadleaf Concentrate has numerous benefits including high nutritional value, antioxidant, wound healing activity, anti-inflammatory, analgesic, and albeit weaker antibiotic properties.
Symptoms: Broadleaf Concentrate can be used to relieve stinging effects almost instantaneously. It is also used to promote wound healing and relieve pain from sores.
Broadleaf Concentrate can also be ingested to help with diarrhea. Because of the higher concentration of vitamins and minerals it will also assist with beginning to replenish nutrients.
Risks: Little to no risk.
Cures: Particularly useful for curing the effects of Moroidin Concentrate. However can be used for many other conditions.
Medicine Name: Lavender Oil
Medicine Type: Antidote
Appearance: Carried in a vial- the liquid is pale purple in color.
Medicine Description: This oil is made from crushed lavender seeds and flowers. It is commonly used to relax the body and is effective in curing paralysis. Other effects include treating mental conditions and bring the user back to reality.
Symptoms: Lavender oil can cause muscle relaxation through application and absorption to the affected area.
If Lavender oil is consumed it can rapidly reverse mental conditions and cure confusion and hallucinations.
Risks: Irritation only occurs related to allergic reaction.
Cures: Particularly useful to counteract delirium from Nightshade concentrate as well as rid of the paralysis effects from Queen's bane.
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Posted: Tue Jan 07, 2014 3:32 am
Meister Secondary Type: Knight
Secondary Ability: Gradation Air
It is an ability that materializes objects, in accordance to the Knight's imagination, through the use of chi. Gradation comes from the fact that the created object slowly fades away after being created, and Air is an allusion to the fact that said object is made out of “nothing”. The item is not everlasting, as it is recognized by the world as an illusion that doesn't belong in the natural world, and it will be erased as an inconsistency.
Weapon Of Choice: Sword, particularly a rapier.
Weapon Name: Avarice
Type Of Weapon: Rapier
Weapon Description: No demon soul contained in Avarice
Avarice is rapier with a slightly thicker, yet sharper, blade than most. This allows for a thin channel to exist within the blade. This channel extends from a port near the top of the hilt all the way to a small hole at tip of the blade. The channel is to be used to “inject” powerful poisons into enemies.
Weapon Appearance: No link, sowwy <3
Avarice’s long hilt extends deep into the pommel and is wrapped in thick leather of a rich red brown color. Extending from the pommel a small “rose bud” rises and serves as the port to place a vial of poison. The pommel is a complex swirl of elegant silver colored prongs in the appearance of a thorned rose vine, the tips “bloom” into small roses tipped with gold alloy in the color of a rose. The pommel extended to protect the user up to their wrist. The length of the sword when standing naturally with its point resting on the ground extends past Alexanderia’s naval. As, the beginning of the hilt is just reaching her belly button.
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Posted: Tue Jan 07, 2014 3:42 am
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Posted: Tue Jan 07, 2014 12:33 pm
Congratulations, you have been approved to be a student at True Cross Academy. You will be staying in House Almedha. Please get use to the arrangements, because you will be staying there for the remainder of your time here at True Cross Academy. Be sure to attend the opening ceremony; you’re in for a treat!
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