Tatiana Ainsworth
The Dancing Witch
Basics
name Tatiana Ainsworth
alias Dancing Witch, Heiri Sakurai
age Early Twenties
pronouns She/her
species Hyune
birthdate 01/09
sexuality Demisexual, Polyam
class(es) Dancer, Scholar
Tatiana's Pendant
height 4'10"
weight 109 ponze
eyes Emerald Green
hair Chocolate Brown
scars Line on her chest over her heart, claw marks on her back
languages 'Eorzean', Gelmorran, Sylphic, Basic Doman [She has an almost Sharlayan accent]
ethnicity Alexandrian (claims Werlytian)
voiceclaim Sarah Ovens; Kjera
Biography Foreign, otherworldly, ethereal. Many words grace the girl fallen from the heavens. Living a whimsical life; a princess, a sweetheart, a sinner. Her hands are bloodied but her smile demands your attention.
She was there to see the start of war from a tender age, following along in her father's footsteps. Until she was forced down a different path. She couldn't let her fate be decided for her, could she? And thus she set out to change it like sand slipping through the spaces between one's fingers. Fleeting and desperate. She would seclude herself to her keep, a proper "princess in the tower" as she toiled away on arcanima suited to turn the tides of war. But her greed found her all too quickly.She was met with that moment where a gust of wind or the rumbling sky at the edge of the war zone passed through her, when suddenly-- she felt different. Restless, longing, aching for a place that did not exist. The statically charged air tingled and dug beneath the skin, calling forth the magicks she had collected in study. For a moment she felt ancient and powerful and lonely. She had forgotten something important; but she remembered she was alive. And that meant some part of her would be everlasting. A fool, she fell from the pedestal she was placed upon.And like a falling star, she would come hurdling to the Black Shroud below. Having forgotten her terrible deeds. Forgotten that for a moment her hands brushed with a God's. Forgotten who she was. Save the longing feeling to return home, and the looming guilt in the back of her mind. Yet still, her smile demands your attention
Hooks
Rumor Mill
| "Some say she fell from the sky like a falling star. Hadn't you heard? The land where it happened is expected to grow bountiful for the next seven years." | An aetherical event over the Shroud had been recorded, The 'Hyur' said to have fallen from the sky with no memory. Scholars, chirurgeons, and alchemists had flocked at the chance to investigate. Were you one of the lucky researchers to exam the woman or the area? |
| "I've seen it with my own eyes. She danced circles around these men and summoned forth a beast!" | Known through the lands as the Dancing Witch, her performances are often sought after and praised. Though her aetherical weaving can be terrifying to those unaware of her abilities. Had you witnessed a show? Or are you seeking her as a patient? |
| "An up and coming Gelmorra, that one. She's started making pommanders I heard. I'm hesitant to try them." | Within her shoppe, Tatiana had began creating pommanders. Both mundane and magical. Are you in need of a pommander for spells? Or perhaps wondering what that sweet aroma on her person is? Either way the thought has captivated you and you must know more. |
| "I almost mistook her for Royalty. She carries herself with such grace and have you seen the crowd she surrounds herself with...?" | Like a canary in a cage, Tatiana often finds herself wanting for adventure. Treated like a princess by those around her, and certainly playing into the role on occasion. There is no shortage of knight or guard of some sort in her presence to shield her from harms way. |
Rp Ideas
"Quite the steady hand you have..."
Try as she may to hide her 'title' the Dancing Witch is relatively well known. If not for her practice with Kinetic-arcanima, then with her spell work dealing in pomanders and alchemy. It is perhaps, also known that she is taking on apprentices! If you catch her eye just right, you may very well find yourself becoming the next in line...."This color... it's very vibrant. Oh- excuse me... is this coming from you?"
You've found yourself falling prey to the Dancing Witch. The crystal at her side changes colors dependent on the ambient emotional energy around her and it has picked up a rather vibrant hue! Be it joy or sorrow, contentment or heartbreak, there is no hiding your true emotions from this one. Will you need magicks from the woman? Or will she simply congratulate you on your joys? (See button below for more information)Body, Altar, and Shrine
Littered with strange and beautiful items. Each a testament to her love. A flower; The Solomon's Seal, and a hawk feather are braided into her hair. She wears a peculiar deep blue pendant, dangling sweetly from a black lace choker. perpetually unwilting flowers adorn her wrist in handmade bracelets, and despite her noble stature, she seems to carry with her an adventuring set. Most strikingly; a leather journal with a picture of herself carved into the front.The clinking of small metals and valuables has hardly ever gone unnoticed in the city
It's a simple tool, one that most carry with them in the bustling city-states, but her own chatelaine; silver and ornamented, carries all manner of strange ritual tools. Pomanders, chalk, some small vials, keys, poppets. Perhaps the most notable being the color-changng crystal she carries with her at all times. Where one might expect sewing materials, they instead find the glimpses of a magickal practice."Spices, stonework, silks, ah... but well known for their stained glass. You'll find it just about anywhere."
She doesn't quite fit in with the crowd, when asked about her origins, she'll tell you she is simply from a Werlytian family known as the Casati. Dukes and Duchesses from a politically shifting land, their focus is on trade by sea and airship. She carries with her a broach that holds the family seal; recognizable from shipments sent in to markets and city-states."I'd much prefer if you stopped staring. I want nothing to do with you."
Poor, sweet Tatiana. She has a tendency to attract the darker corners of this world, whether she wishes to or not. Demons and twisted creatures are never far from her shadow. Maybe it's the innocence that draws them in? Maybe it's because she's so easily manipulated to speak through cursed pacts? Regardless the case, you've noted the void-tainted scars that hold her captive. There are mumbled words and unseen hands that carress her. A gilded collar and chain wrap sweetly around her, and she is reluctant to be released.
Quick hooks
Alchemical interests and talks of potions, Rumors or visitations of strange locations such as the Kugane Night Market. Info Brokers; if you've information on local happenings you've surely caught this hyune's attention. Alexandria pre-assimilation; information on the Kingdom of Alexandria before it turned to relying on souls and appearing in Tural. Demons, voidsent, elementals- all of which fall under a peculiar interest to the woman. Aetherical magicks, Crystals, the occassional grave robbing for spells. Dances, court balls, theater, or even random street performances, if you play music or dance, it's easy to see the woman beam and join in. Scent of the void, strange shadows and whispers, looking at her is like looking at a scarred patient; something has left her scarred and tainted. A patient of hers from her time in using the Kriegstanz, you've seen her work her magick and she's exorcised a Ba'al from you in the past be it distant or recent. A knight, seeking to aid the young lady or protect her; she always seems to have someone guarding her and at times she finds herself alone, she looks like she could use a shield.
Extras
Epithet Lady, Chiisana Mahou, Tiny dancer, Dancing Witch, Tati, Titi, Ta
fighting Styles Muay Thai, Combative dance, Machination, Arcanistry
Aether type Wind
| Magic | Dps | Tank |
|---|---|---|
| WHM | DNC | GNB |
| RDM | MNK | |
| SCH | MCH |
Misc. Details
Smaller than average, she's rather short for a Hyune and it shows; Assistance with reaching tall shelves, hiding in places unreachable, it earned her the nickname of 'Tiny Dancer'. From a distant star in a distant past. She's not from Eorzea. The owner of a shoppe hidden well within the shroud; Mysterious doors pop up on occassion, leaving openings to those who wish to stop by. Though if you are adept in aether, perhaps you can find the shoppe in your travels. Too accepting for her own good. Holding grudges and treating others crudely was never in her wheelhouse; She has strange friends in even stranger places. Nothing cuter than a carbuncle; She has a soft spot for the familiars and adores them with all her heart. she collects carbuncle themed knick-knacks and will never pass up the oppurtunity to pet one should she get the chance. Not as innocent as she seems, She's created monsters and harmed far more than she realizes. Lady of a long forgotten house; She was destined to be the next matriarchal heir within her family until she took her fate into her own hands, and ultimately wiped her memory clean. A blooming adventurer with a name that spreads through rumors, both good and bad. She's known as the 'Dancing Witch' and can be seen taking up commisions within guilds along with wandering the roads. her favored path to travel; The Shroud.
Short Stories
Playlist
OOC
Yes!
Themes Folk-horror, Occult, Dark Fantasy, Adventure, Romance, Surrealism and skewed-perspective magicks, Regency; victorian themes, middle ages aesthetic, Rituals; exorcisms and magick. Casual flirting; shipping
LGBTQ+ I am part of the LGBTQ+ community! Please be respectful, or don't interact with me <3 The blacklist is a free function, I'll use it at will!
Story length Paragragh/Novella roleplayer! I type a lot, I love long posts! Though short is good as well, I try to keep things going!
Character Discussion Character gushing, headcanoning, world building, cute pictures; gposes, memes, I ADORE these!! Please please please talk characters with me!
OOC - IC age 18+ is a given, but at LEAST 21+ is preferred. If you play a younger character, interactions of course will be very different, if not less in encounter entirely.
Discord Yes! I am more than willing to add people to discord, please ask if this is suitable for you; I do have an rp mega server to help keep track of private rp. If you wish to be part of it after a time, let me know!
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Themes High-Tech, Ascians; WoLs, Heavy canon NPCs (government or authoritary figures are fine), Futuristic
Story Length One liners. Please don't throw simple one liner responses at me. It doesn't help the story move... Sometimes; it's okay! all the time? No thanks.
ERP Hounds Erp is fun and all, but if that's all you're after? Take a hike. If you walk up to me and send a tell of simply 'Cute Middie :)' or what have you, I'm assuming you're a creep, and I want nothing to do with you.
Character Themes Serial killers, major criminals, psychopaths. Tatiana is a noble, a witch with a black-heart, damaged. It wouldn't make sense for her to be close-knit with someone of dubious intention. She may be a target; but friends? Highly unlikely.
OOC Bad Vibes I love a good villian, but don't let bad vibes slip into ooc. Tatiana herself does some pretty terrible things. leave it to rp. Don't be a dick ooc too!! I will cry....
Personal Stories I'm all for involving people in my story arcs and worldbuilding/headcanons. Please be respectful of the time and effort put into them, and do not take them as your own, or use them without permission. If caught doing so; you'll simply be blocked. And shamed. Shame on you.
⟡ Thank you for reading through my rp and ooc rules! I can't wait to hang out and spend time together, be it for rp, running content like treasure maps or savage dungeons, or more!
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Ba'als
The Lords and Ladies of Pathos
Ba'al; Noun; A 'lord' or 'owner' presiding over specific domains in energy known as 'Dynamis'.
What Is A Ba'al?
On the subject of emotions; "Pathos And Dynamic Energy; Chapter 8, section 2.51; Lords And Ladies Of Pathos" Written by Tatiana Ainsworth. The quill clinks against the inkwell as it comes to rest. The Dancing Witch reading over her work.What Is A Ba'al?
Ba'als are demons who serve under higher classed entities known as 'Blasphemies'. Their purpose remains to be seen in full, save they exist solely to feast upon the emotions of others, and sway the humane form to change in drastic measures. Often associated with negative emotions, Ba'als reside over a wide range of emotional reactions. Fear, joy, pain, love. If it can be felt, a Ba'al will certainly be drawn to the location.Often found within areas where higher populations reside, Ba'als, which from here on out shall be referred to as demons¹; may afflict singular targets or larger groups. Spreading influence and changing the behaviors of their victims to suite that of domain they are ruling.Example: A man is overcome with anger. Rather than the emotion working itself out over time, a demon comes in to play and whispers below the skin to further incite the feeling. The anger turns to rage that lasts a day, two days, three-- growing more volatile as the days go on. Eventually, the victim loses control of their actions. Body moving in strange and uncontrolled ways, acting out in fits that may in course turn violent, harmful to self and others. This is the second stage of affliction known as the 'Totentanz' and is a telltale sign that the victim is nearing the end of their rope.Ba'al Hierarchy
There are three ranks of demons in which Ba'als are categorized. From higher to lower rung, Ba'als rank as follows;
Blasphemies > Ba'als > Terminus
Not to account for neighbors², in which they reside over an adjacent domain.Blasphemies are thus named for the apparent offense against the image of gods, holding sway over a specific realm of emotion, and thus employing Ba'als to spread their influence in full to victims who are easily overwhelmed. Turning them into lesser demons known as 'Terminus' from which there is no known salvation save merciful death.The Lords and Ladies of Pathos rank fifteen in number all together, and while they may be defeated, will always find way to return. existing so long as there is emotion. They may be exorcised via a mix of ceremonial dance and prayer; a combination of step and arcane incantation known as the "Kriegstanz" to which the nature of it's spellwork is well gate-kept, often disguised nowadays as simple performances.Simple rules must be followed when dealing with a Ba'al.
- Never let your emotions get the better of you
-Stay focused and unwavering in your steps
- Never face a Ba'al alone.
Emotions
Tatiana carries with her a crystal that changes color based on the emotion that is most prevelant at the time, and shines brighter the closer she gets to the source of said emotion. If you wish to have your emotions displayed; or to take place in an rp involving a Ba'al, simply send a tell or a whisper!