RUBY CORALHEART
Islanders of Shimmering IslesApprentice Sea Priestess
"I feel the sea's power in my bones, but I wonder if I'm worthy to serve her.""
Identity
- Residence
- The Coral Temple, Crescent Bay
- Civilization
- Islanders of Shimmering Isles
Appearance
• Physical: Petite and delicate with the look of someone more suited to temple than sea. Her skin is a light bronze, her black hair worn in the simple style of an apprentice. Her eyes are a striking sea-green. • Clothing: Wears the plain white robes of a temple novice, with a simple cord belt. Her only jewelry is a small shell pendant marking her as a student. • Distinguishing Marks: Her hands, permanently wrinkled from ritual baths; a small scar on her chin from childhood
Relationships
- Family - Her parents are proud but distant; she has siblings she's lost touch with
- Allies - Talia (her mentor), fellow novices, the temple community
- Rivals - Other novices who compete for advancement, priests who doubt her potential
Personality
- Traits: Devout and earnest, struggles with self-doubt, deeply compassionate, occasionally rebellious against strict temple rules
- Mannerisms: Fidgets with her pendant when nervous; speaks softly; looks up to Talia as a role model
- Voice: Soft and hesitant, gaining confidence when discussing her faith
Backstory
Ruby was born to poor fishermen and sent to the temple at age ten when she showed signs of sea magic. She's been a diligent student but struggles with the demands of priesthood, wondering if she's truly worthy of her calling. Her connection to the sea spirits is genuine but unpredictable.
Daily Life
Ruby's days are filled with temple duties—morning prayers, lessons in scripture and magic, service to the community, evening meditation. She assists Talia with healing work and dreams of one day leading her own temple.
Secret
Ruby has been experiencing visions of a dark force rising from the deep. She's too afraid to tell her superiors, fearing they'll think her mad or possessed.
Story Hooks
- 1 Ruby needs help understanding her visions before they overwhelm her
- 2 She's been accused of heresy and needs help proving her innocence
Narrative Value
Ruby provides a perspective of faith and doubt, access to temple resources, and quests involving spiritual growth and supernatural threats. ═══════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════