ARIA FLAMEHEART
DrakoniansFire Mage Battlecaster
"I was trained to burn, to destroy, to kill. But fire can also warm, heal, and illuminate. I want to be that kind of fire.""
Identity
- Residence
- The Legion of Flame, Eastern Drakon
- Civilization
- Drakonians
Appearance
• Physical: Aria has scales that glow faintly when she channels magic, and her eyes are pools of liquid fire. She's lean and athletic from combat training, with numerous small burns from magical mishaps. She moves with controlled precision. • Clothing: She wears battle robes reinforced with protective enchantments, designed for mobility and magical channeling. Her staff is carved from dragon bone and topped with a fire crystal. • Distinguishing Marks: A magical burn pattern on her chest that enhances her fire magic, earned through dangerous ritual.
Relationships
- Family - Parents who are proud of her service, a brother who deserted and she hasn't heard from
Personality
- Traits: Fiercely loyal to her unit, struggles with the morality of war, deeply disciplined, surprisingly compassionate to enemies
- Mannerisms: Channels nervous energy into flame manipulation, meditates before battle, writes letters she never sends
- Voice: Clear and commanding, becomes softer when speaking of home
Backstory
Aria was identified as magically gifted at age eight and trained at the Burning Academy. She graduated top of her class and joined the Legion of Flame, participating in three campaigns. She's killed dozens of enemies with her magic but dreams of using her power for healing rather than destruction. She maintains a facade of loyal soldier while questioning everything.
Story Hooks
- 1 Aria needs help deserting and finding a new life where she can use magic for healing
- 2 She's been ordered to participate in an attack she believes is unjust, and needs help preventing it
Narrative Value
Aria represents moral conflict within the military and provides magical combat support. Her healing aspirations create redemption storylines. ═══════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════