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Name: Nanuth
Origin of Name: Nanuth's name comes from the Inuit word Nanuq (also Nanuk or Nanook are used), which means polar bear. In Inuit religion, Nanook/Nanuq was the deity considered the master of bears, who decided if hunters would be lucky in their pursuits of bears.green dragon.
Age: Newborn
Color: Brown
Size: Will be 42'
Inspiration: In Brother Bear, where the song comes from, they put a great emphasis on the importance of totems for the people. Since Kenai's totem is a bear, it is only fitting that Nanuth's inspired by the bear totem/spirit that is so respected by the Inuit/Native American people in Alaska. The people had a great respect for the polar bears in the region and Kenai turns into a brown bear in the movie. The bear spirit/totem is a beautiful representation of love, strength, courage, being a guardian, and grounding influence.
Physical Description: Nanuth is a maximum size brown, who is as big as some of the average sized bronzes. He may look like he is pudgy, but it is all to hide how strong he really is. He may not have the agility of blues and greens, but he makes up for that in stamina and strength. He can stay in flight for a long time and doesn't seem to tire very easily. Eventually fatigue will set in, if he pushes himself too hard.

Personality: Nanuth is a dragon that absorbs a lot of the knowledge around him, making him a very wise dragon. One way this knowledge is gained is by him meditating on what he or his rider did in any given situation. The other way is him watching others and making note of their actions, both things done right and mistakes. Then he formulates ways to build on what he has seen to make it even better or turn a negative into a positive. He has plenty of advice he can give to others, all they have to do is ask. Just like one of those wise men up on the mountaintop, he wants others to work for their answers, he isn't going to just give it to them. Not only that, but like the wise man, he prefers to be by himself most of the time. There are very few people that he allows to break his solitary nature regularly, one of them being his rider. He isn't the greatest at being part of a team, so he may need help on communicating better with others. With some patience, maybe he will be more open to imparting his advice to those who might need it and not keep it to himself.

For those who can get past his solitary walls, people will find Nanuth a loving dragon. He wants the best for people, he just stinks at talking about it to anyone but his rider. To his rider, he will always have the loving words and actions, it is easy with them. This is a dragon who is at least always thinking of ways that he could help others, even if doesn't always voice those thoughts. To those who manage to get him to open up, they will find he can be very protective of them. He will do all he can to keep bad things from happening to those he cares about. He may not be the best at words, but he makes up with it in his actions. Unfortunately, if you rub him the wrong way, this brown will be breathing down your neck. When he gets mad, he get boiling, and it takes a lot to calm him down. One wrong word or action will get this hot tempered dragon fired up. It will take his rider to calm him down and make sure he doesn't cause any trouble.

Along with his love, protection, and wisdom; those close to this brown will find a rock of strength for them to lean against. He will always encourage his chosen few, making them know they can do anything they put their minds to. He is always ready to do whatever needs to be done, no matter how tiring the task may be. He will never back down from any challenge or threat, very few things scare Nanuth. He is a beacon of courage for those who find themselves feeling fearful. This is a dragon who will be more than glad to share his strength and courage to those worthy, especially his rider.

While his courage is something to be admired, it also can lead him to be overconfident. He feels there is nothing he can't do and no one can stop him. That cluster of thread doesn't scare him, he can burn it down without any help from anyone. Of course he can handle that maneuver that everyone else is failing, it is child's play. What do you mean that piece of advice won't work, you are just doing it wrong. In his mind, there is nothing he can't do, all he has to do is put everything he has into it. And he has learned so much, he doesn't need anyone's advice on things..well, except maybe his rider. He doesn't want to admit when maybe he could use some help too. It will take his rider to steer him straight, reminding him that it is okay to ask for assistance. His rider will not think any less of him, but will think he is even more courageous for it.

Unfortunately, this brown can also be very territorial, not wanting people to encroach on places he sees as 'his.' After all, he must have areas where he can go to think and be alone, doesn't he? That ledge is his and that spot of grass was chosen especially by him. Dragons and people can pick somewhere else, he is not going to budge from where he is. This also goes for items and people/dragons/flits that he sees as his, whether they are or not. That bucket of meat is his and don't even think about touching his straps..unless you are his rider. When he finds those he likes, he doesn't like people being near him that he hasn't approved of. It is even worse for his rider, he will give people or dragons so much trouble if they do not get his blessings to spend time with his rider. His rider is going to have to get a handle on that, especially when things and others do not belong to him. With a gentle reminder, he can be reasoned with if he does too far.

Nanuth will love chasing after golds when they rise, just so he can show how well he does in the air. He will do the same for greens, he doesn't matter the color of the girl dragon in flight. When he does find the female to be with, he will make sure she is alright with him chasing still. During thread, he is a forced to be reckoned with, his flame as hot as his temper can be and extra long when he is ticked off. Flying is in his blood, he loves being up in the air because it gives him such a beautiful view of everything. It is also to be noted that sometimes it looks like he is just 'hibernating' in the air, but it could just be that he is biding his time to make the perfect move.  

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Name: Pemli
Age: 25, soon to be 26
Sex: Female
Sexual Orientation: Heterosexual
Weyr: Western Weyr
Rider Rank: Junior Weyrwoman
Previous Rank/Craft: Apprentice Harper/Archivist
Physical Description: Pemli is about 5'6 and weighs about 120 lbs. She had black hair that goes down to her shoulders that has blonde streaks scattered throughout it. She has soft grey eyes that are very kind and snow white skin. The clothing she wears are durable, but light enough for her to move in and not get overheated. It is usually very simple, but pretty, such as a pair of riding pants and a nice blouse. Her arms and legs are toned, but she still looks very graceful.
Personality: Pemli is a very gentle one, that doesn't want to see harm come to anyone or anything, not liking to even swat a fly. If she ever offends anyone, she is quick to find a way to make it up to the person. She will even go so far as to apologize for Ningesth's actions as well. Believing it is her duty to make up for her dragons words and actions, since dragons and their riders are extensions of one another. She is a caring individual who is more than willing to take time out to comfort another or offer advice to someone who needs it. If someone wants the last glass of klah or meatroll, she is alright with allowing them to get it first. She will go into the infirmary and sit with people, trying to bring some cheer in a dark situation. Other days, she will spend time in the creche, telling the kids some of her favorite stories. In anyway she can, she is always up for helping others and doing what she can to make Western Weyr an even better place. This is whether she is on the ground or in the air fighting with her flamethrower. If it means people are safe, she will fight the silvery menace, even if it scares her.

Unfortunately, Pemli's gentle nature leads her to be emotionally fragile when it comes to people's words or actions towards her. When she is out in public, she tries hard not to show how much it hurts when people call her names or criticize her, even if it takes all of her willpower to do so. Unfortunately, sometimes it becomes too much for her and she cannot hide it. If she is lucky, she can get away, but this means sometimes she could walk off in the middle of a conversation or when doing something. She will at least try to politely excuse herself before she leaves, not wanting to head off without at least a quick word. Once she is alone or with those she trusts, she will pour her heart out to her dragon or loved ones. As soon as she is calm, she will go in search of who she was with and make up for her actions. Worse case scenario, she can't retreat and has to just stay where she is. When that happens, she freezes up and hides within herself. If someone she trusts is near, she will duck behind them, no matter how important the conversation is. She becomes unresponsive and it takes Ningesth or a loved one to snap her out of it. Like when she can walk away, she will find ways to make up for her actions to all involved. Her gold dragon has been working hard to keep the words and actions of others from hurting her rider.

She is also too obliging, trying too hard to make everyone happy. That could mean spending one of her rest days being a shoulder for others to cry on or giving a bubbly pie she really wanted to another. This leads to the problem of spreading herself too thin, sometimes overbooking herself. She might go half a day to a day without eating, because she is too busy helping others. Or she is late to a meeting because someone asked her to stay with them after they failed to impress at a hatching. This also leads to her being submissive, feeling like she can't say no because everyone's needs are more important than her's. She will take on extra paperwork that someone else should be doing, just because obviously they have other things to do that need their time. This submission does not mix well with her uncertainty in herself and things around her. She may have a wonderful idea, but she isn't sure about it, so she will just keep quiet. Or she thinks a move during thread won't work, but she doesn't think it is her place to say anything because it came from the suggestion came from the wingleader. Ningesth and those close to her have to remind her how valuable her opinions and time are. Also, to allow herself some time alone, even if it feels selfish.

When she does get the courage to speak, Pemli's words prove to be a powerful blend of wisdom and understanding. She has acquired a lot of knowledge in her studies of Pern's history, including the insight into why people have done the things they have. This allows her to apply that knowledge to present day, understanding the actions of those around her. This allows her to better advice people on what the best course of action is for their specific situation. This understanding of actions allows her to think on her feet, so she is prepared for anything that may come her way. Her interactions with those of the Weyr has allowed her to learn the needs of others and how she can help, including for her Weyrmate. She knows the hearts of people and does everything she can to be understanding of what they are going through. As long as she learns balance, her understanding can help those around her be the best version of themselves. Maybe with help from those dear to her, she can learn to use that understanding and wisdom to help herself as well.

Positive Trait List Gentle, caring, Wise, Understanding
Negative Trait List Emotionally fragile, overly obliging, Submissive, Uncertain

History: Pemli was born in Western Weyr, the only child to her two loving parents. Her father is a Beastcrafter Journeyman, who specializes in training all kinds of creatures, including firelizards. Her mother is a brown rider and a dragon healer, which keeps the older woman quite busy. Her mom spent what time she could with her daughter, but it was Pemli's father that was mostly responsible for raising her. The young Pemli used to help her father with training the animals, even debating following her father into the Beastcraft when she was old enough to choose a craft. When her mother was home, the young girl loved listening to stories about the older woman's life as a rider or helping her take care of her brown. Thanks to her parents, she learned about all the different creatures that called Pern home. It also awoke in her a thirst for knowledge, making her want to learn even more about the world around her. This love of learning is what changed her mind on what craft she wanted to pick up, deciding to be a harper instead of her father's craft.

Soon after she became eight turns old, with the blessings of both her parents, she headed to Harper Hall. It was hard for her to leave her parents for awhile, but she knew she could visit when she had time. Then there was her best friend, Phenli, who was off on his own path in life. She promised she would keep in touch with him, even asking her father if she could borrow a flit while she was gone. Her father did her one better, giving her a firelizard egg that hatched into her very own flit. Since she had a deep love of knowing about the world around her, as soon as she arrived at Harper Hall, she decided to become an archivist. She would pour herself into learning how to decipher Record hides and writing that information down. She would listen to all the stories others told quietly, soaking in everything and writing down anything she would want to pass on to future generations. She studied everything her master would teach her, planning to be the best she could be. Of course, in the back of her mind, she still had dreams of being a rider one day. She didn't know if it would ever happen, so she was perfectly content being an Archivist, if she never got a dragon.

When she was fourteen turns old and home on a break, her mother suggested that she try her hand at being a candidate, knowing her desire to be a rider. So knowing that she could continue working on her craft in her free time, she decided to give it a try as a candidate. It was only a turn later, when her life took another turn, in a way she would not have imagined. While she was watching the hatching, a beautiful gold dragon popped out of her shell and wasted no time making her way over to the girls. Without a moment of hesitation, the baby gold focused her eyes on Pemli, before bursting into the rainbow gaze of impression. She let the stunned girl know she could see a strength of character in her. The two of them were going to do great things, so said the hatchling. Once she got over her new dragon's direct approach, she realized she was not the only one with a new title, her best friend had a dragon too. A bright smile came to her lips when she saw it was a bronze, which she felt very fitting for the new P'enli.

Over the course of the next turn, Pemli and Ningesth absorbed everything they were taught. Since golds are not as highly regarded at Western as they are at High Reaches, the pair worked hard to be the best they could be. When their training was complete, Pemli helped the Weyrwoman as best as she could, while continuing to gather knowledge when she had a chance to. Despite her best friend heading off to work on his craft more once their Weyrling training was over, she made sure to stay in contact with him and let him know what was happening here at home. It was during P'enli's absence that the two of them realized that their feelings for one another had deepened. A few turns after they impressed to their dragons, the two of them became Weyrmates, a relationship that felt right to both of them. Even though he had to stay away longer, they continued to keep in touch. When Thread returned, she was the one that alerted and told him he was needed at home. When P'enli returned to Western, they managed to get a Weyr together and spent what free time they could together. Her family will do everything they can to protect their home and keep Thread at bay.  

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Name: Ningesth
Age: 10, almost 11
Color: Gold
Size: 46'
Physical Description: Ningesth is a bright gold on most of her body, except the whitish yellow spots along her underside, mouth, and tips of her claws. She also has dark spots on her face, neck, back, top of limbs, top part of tail, and where her wings touch the rest of her body. Her agility is fairly decent, for a gold, but she really shines when it comes to her stamina. She could stay up for quite awhile, which makes her a force to reckon with, whether during thread or in flight. Her eyes are usually a bright blue, meaning she is quite content.
Personality: Ningesth is very caring, just like her rider, at least most of the time. She makes sure everyone around her is taken care of and that all their needs are met. However, the moment anyone messes with those she cares about, she will do whatever she has to when protecting them. This goes especially for her rider, she will not let anyone take advantage of the soft spoken woman. She will get into a person's face and not back down until they apologize for what they did. Her rider worked hard for where she is and she will not let anyone take that from her. She is always looking out for others, wanting everyone in her Weyr to be safe and happy.

Unlike her rider, Ningesth is not known for being soft spoken, she will have her voice heard. Someone doing something stupid, she will call them out on it and tell them what their actions could do to themselves or others. She has no problem showing others that she is not afraid of anyone or anything. The only one who can talk her down when she goes too far is her rider, she is very fond of Pemli. If something is troubling the woman, the gold will go out of her way to make the other happy and show her how truly special she truly is. She is also known to be very decisive, having no trouble with making decisions. She is very much too the point, at least she tries to appear that way. Only those close to her, especially her rider, knows there are times when she is uncertain or worried.  

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Name: Edalla
Age: 31
Sex: Female
Sexual Orientation: Straight
Weyr: Western Weyr
Rider Rank: Wingrider
Previous Rank/Craft: Apprentice Runner Trainer
Physical Description: Edalla may not be super short, but she is still considered short standing at just five feet. She weighs about 102 lbs, the right amount of muscles in her legs and arms. She has copper red hair that when it is down, goes to mid way down her back. Her hair is in loose curls, that makes for beautiful waves of hair and her bangs are feathered to either side. Usually, she has her hair in a braided bun secured to the top of her head. She only has her hair down when she is at her weyr or someone convinces her to do so at a feast. Her eyes are a stunning sapphire blue color.
Personality: Growing up with mostly brothers, Edalla had to learn that she had to make things happen. It doesn't help that she is only five feet, so she is always determined to show height does not matter. She throws herself into everything she does, whether it is being the best she can in the air or knowing all she can to bring out the best in their Weyr. This is one woman who won't let her size or anything else stand in her way. If there is something she wants, you better believe that she will make it happen. Nothing and no one will get in her way. If she finds herself in a pickle, she will not give up until she makes her way out of it. This can sometimes come across as her being pushy, since she will not take no for an answer. If someone isn't going to listen to her, then she is going to make them listen. She will keep pressing until someone takes her seriously or does things the way she wants them to be done.

To that end, her determination has led to her being very resourceful, knowing how to think on her feet. She is always looking for new and better ways to do something, whether it is dealing with Thread or organizing her weyr. She loves being able to come up with ways to accomplish things with the materials she has on hand. It has come in handy plenty of times during Threadfall, such as when she has had to plug up a hole in her firestone bag or adjust her straps in mid flight. She always has more than one plan in mind, in case her original one fails. Edalla is always up for learning something new, when time permits. This woman believes that people never stop learning and you never know when it might come in handy. She will watch like a hawk when the healers are working on a fellow rider or as her wingleader is giving instructions on how they will handle thread that day. Then she takes all she learns and puts it into practice, when the need arises.

Having been looked down on for various reasons, Edalla tends to put on a very frigid front. She will stare someone down with just a look, until she gets them to back off. She isn't very open with her feelings in public, preferring to keep them hidden. It makes her seem very stiff and rigid, like she forgot how to have a good time. Her eyes tend to bore into people, making them feel like they are always being watched. She is someone who is very strict, she will not tolerate people not doing what they are supposed to. This is a woman who takes things very seriously, you better not be screwing around in her presence when you should be working. There are lives at stake and she isn't going to let anyone get away with not pulling their weight. She doesn't care what excuses you may give, when their leaders say something should be done, you better do it. If someone has time to be running their mouth, then she feels they have time to be oiling their dragon. Or someone just tried to pull a bone headed aerial move that could have killed another person, then she will make sure her their leaders provide a lecture.

Edalla is not a woman you want to cross, anger being an emotion she has no trouble expressing anywhere (though she does know when to curb it around her superiors). She has a temper that will knock you flat on your backside, so be wary about getting her upset. They say big things come in small packages and so it is with her in the case of her anger. This is a storm that will not relent until she has made you pay or you have seen the error in your ways. If someone so much as talks about her size or about her dragon, you better believe she is going to give them an earful. No one disrespects her and even less get away with doing so to Moilath. She will make life a living nightmare for anyone who even looks at her the wrong way. Though she may not resort to violence except when absolutely necessary, it doesn't mean that her temper is any less cutting. A person may find it better to be hit than whatever she comes up with for making someone sorry for ticking her off.

Those who can get through her walls and storms, will find that she really is a caring person. She wants the best for everyone, so that is part of the reason she is so hard on others. If someone isn't paying attention to what they are doing, they could wind up hurt or killed, she doesn't want that. She may have to fight for things she wants or needs, but she will do the same for those she cares about too. As much as her brothers may bug her sometimes, she loves them with everything she has. So some may see her as a vicious person, she is alright with it, if it keeps people safe. And around those she cares about, she can be light hearted, you just have to earn her softer side. She knows how to tease and laugh with those close to her, if people are willing to find a way into her heart. No where will you find that softness more than when she is with her dragon. Moilath is her heart and she would do just about anything for that gentle green of her's.
Positive Trait List Determined, Resourceful, eager to learn, Caring, playful
Negative Trait List Frigid, explosive temper, strict, pushy
History: Edalla is the second youngest child to a kitchen worker mother and a bronze rider father in Western Weyr. Since her parents have always been hard workers, Edalla was determined to make them proud. Even though she is the shortest of her family and gets teased by her older brothers, she knows her family is always there for her. She started out as any young child, trying to not be in the shadow of her older siblings, full of a playful spirit. Then when she was eight and decided that she wanted to be a trainer of runners, people laughed at her. Some joked that the runner would be training her, instead of the other way around. The little girl was hurt and with tears streaming down her face, headed home. She was even teased about that too, saying how she was a typical girl.

When she got home, she told her family what happened and they told her everything would be alright. Edalla still couldn't understand why people thought it was so funny about what she wanted to do. It was one thing for her brothers to tease her, she knew they wouldn't do it maliciously, that it was always with love. These others, they didn't know her and that made her tears finally turn into anger. She vowed to make those who laughed at her about what she wanted to do eat those words. If that is how people were going to be, then she would just learn to hide her emotions. With her family, she would be like the girl they knew, but others..she would make them work for it.

With determination lighting her way and her parents' blessings, young Edalla went to Keroon to become a runner trainer. Despite the teasing of others, she put everything she could into learning how to help make sure runners could be used for all sorts of tasks or for racing. It was something she enjoyed doing, it gave her a sense of purpose and it was wonderful for her. For her, it was something she could show she was good at, despite being on the shorter side. She continued her studies until she was fourteen and returned to Western Weyr to become a candidate. Like with her training runners, she found some people poking fun at her size, telling her to make sure a dragon doesn't step on her. She didn't let it show that it bothered her, but she knew she would have the last laugh.

It took two turns of her standing, but soon came the day that would change her life. There on the sands was a beautiful green, who looked so delicate and graceful. She felt the green would get a very special rider, she just knew it. However, she didn't have time to see where the green chose to go first, because she soon found a very angry dragon barreling towards where she was standing with some of the other candidates. She wasn't sure which candidate thought something wrong, but she soon found herself on the ground, having to protect her vital organs. That was when suddenly a gentle voice filled her head, asking her brother to please let go with his teeth and claws. With some help from their mother, the bronze finally relented and the green rushed to the young woman's side and nuzzled her, making sure she was still alive. As Edalla looked at the green, she saw the most gorgeous rainbow eyes she could imagine. She had seen impressions before, but she was not prepared for the sweet mind that soon connected to her own. It took healers coming to get her to remind her she had been hurt. Joined by her new green, she waited to be stitched up, refusing to pass out. No, she would not worry her precious green, not for anything.

The next few weeks were spent in the infirmary, on the mend from the hatchling attack. Thankfully, Moilath gave her company and a few people did bring her the homework from classes. The young woman still bears the scars from that day, but it was worth it in finding her dragon and making a few friends. The next turn found her pouring herself in her studies, she wouldn't let anyone laugh at her for being such easy prey for one of the babies dragons. She would learn everything she could to be the best rider she could and maybe make sure she was never caught unaware again. When they finally graduated, she gave all that determination to the wing she was assigned to. She stays in touch with the friends she made during Weyrling training.
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Name: Moilath
Age: 15
Color: Green
Size: 26'
Physical Description: Moilath is a very delicate, her movements very precise. She has long features, which gives her a very elegant profile that gets her noticed. Her stamina may not be as great as others, but it is decent for those of her color. Where she really shines, however, is her dexterity and speed. She has no problems making sharp turns and making sure she isn't so easily caught.
Personality: Moilath is a gentle green, who will always have a kind word for anyone who crosses her path. If you ever need a spot to cry on, please feel free to use her soft hide. She will let anyone come to her who needs help, willing to give any advice she can. She doesn't care who you are, if you have troubles, she wants to aid you. However, she is usually hesitant on what she sees as interfering. So it is usually best to approach her if you need her, instead of the other way around. She tends to worry to her rider when she sees someone upset, until the woman relents and tells the person to come over to talk. Her uncertainty can also be seen in fighting thread, though she does so want to help everyone stay safe. It takes Edalla's assurance that she is doing a wonderful job, for the green to feel a little better about everything.

Moilath is an optimist, believing there is always a silver lining to every situation. She loves sharing her sunshine with others, showing them that the world isn't as bleak as it can seem. She also is very loyal and devoted, which is shown the most with her rider. She is always there to let her rider know that she is amazing, not to let anyone tell her differently. Anything the woman wants, the green is more than willing to do. She may be scared sometimes, but if her rider needs her, she will do what she can for her.

However, it also makes the green very lonely when her rider or those she cares about have to be away from her, even if for just a short bit. She will bombard Edalla's mind (or anyone close to her) with questions, making sure they are alright and to see how long they will be. If she can, she will always bring a dragon she is close to along or call them to her, just so she has someone to lean against. It can get a little grating, but those who know her, know to be ready for such things.  

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Name: Caltor
Age: 38
Sex: Male
Sexual Orientation: Straight
Weyr: Western Weyr
Rider Rank: Wingrider
Previous Rank/Craft: Pirate
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Positive Trait List Suave, Confident, adventurous, natural leader, Good hearted
Negative Trait List Flirtatious,Conceited, hard headed, impatient, impulsive
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Age: 23
Color: Brown
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Name: Sablie
Age: 30
Sex: Female
Sexual Orientation: Straight
Weyr: Western Weyr
---->Would you be willing to change where they Impressed to fill an NPC slot? Yes, if needed
Rider Rank: Weyrling
Previous Rank/Craft: Mindhealer Journeyman
Physical Description: Sablie has golden blonde hair that seems to glow in the sunlight. When it is loose, it goes down to her behind, but usually she has it done in a messy mermaid braid. She has electric blue eyes, that seem to sparkle with life and light. She stands at 5'11 and weighs about 145 lbs, toned in all of the right places for a rider. She makes sure to keep in shape, so she is ready for anything, even more now that her dragon expects it. She wears riding gear that is comfortable and presentable, even if she has to depend on her dragon to help her with wardrobe choices outside her riding gear.
Personality: Come, have a nice mug of klah with her, Sablie is always willing to have company. This young woman loves inviting others to keep her company, whether it is just to talk about what is going on in Western Weyr or to allow someone to get something off their chest. Wherever she is, she encourages others to join her. When having company over to her weyr, she will always have food and drink for them, knowing it will make them feel more at home. If she sees someone by themselves in the mess hall, she will invite them over to eat with her. No one should be alone in her mind, so please, come join her. She is always open with a listening ear and an understanding mind, after all, she was trained as a mindhealer.

When it comes to things she knows, she is very confident in herself. She has studied hard as a mindhealer and as a weyrling, so she feels she can excel in both of those areas. Nothing can bring her down when it comes to areas she feels comfortable in, she will go into them with her head held high. Of course, on the flip side, she is very opinionated on how she thinks things should be or what a person should do. Of course you should tell that person that you like them, why wouldn't you? That bronze is showing off too much, someone should tell him that he needs to remember that color doesn't matter. She tells it like it is and she doesn't care if you agree with her or not, certainly she knows what she is talking about. However, she makes sure to bite her tongue when it comes to her leaders or those she respects (as hard as it may be if she thinks they are in error), since she knows questioning them will just get her into hot water. She will make suggestions to them, when she feels they would be receptive to such, but she would never push her opinions on them.

As much as Sablie loves company, she also likes to have time to herself. She uses this time to reflect on things she has seen or done during the day. After all, it is good to think about things and see what you can learn from them. She will sit in her weyr with a warm drink, assessing what went right and wrong, seeing what can be improved. It helps her make plans on how to make herself better and how to assist those around her. The end of the day is not the only time she is reflective, however, she does it as often as she can when she feels she needs it. She finds it very relaxing, in addition to how it helps herself and others. As a mindhealer, she feels it is one of the best ways to learn and grow. She is also very perceptive, able to pick up information about a person and situation from the context clues. Someone is walking with their shoulders hunched, something must have happened to sour their mood. Someone has bags under their eyes, it might be a good idea if they get some rest. Whatever she picks up on, she is bound to find someway to help or make suggestions.

While she may be wonderful in some areas, social graces is not one of them. She is seen by some as very unrefined, having a habit of not caring what others think of her looks or manners. If she had her way, she would just wear what she felt was comfortable and practical, not caring at all about fashion. What is the use, clothing was just to be worn to keep one protected and covered, right? She has no trouble burping whenever she feels the need to, no matter who is around and whether it is lady like or not. If she wants something, she has no trouble reaching across the table to grab it. If she could, she would talk to everyone in the same casual way, no matter what rank they may be. Rough and tumble is how this girl likes it and she doesn't care who agrees, she likes getting messy. Adding to her rough edges, the girl is also known to be clumsy. If you are dancing with this one, be sure to mind your feet, so she doesn't step on them. It is not uncommon for her to reach for something and it goes clattering to the floor. Or opps, she didn't mean to drop that bag of firestone almost on a fellow rider's head, she was just trying to untie it from her pouch. Both of these things she is working on, but it takes time to teach an old canine new tricks.

Some would say Sablie would forget her head if it wasn't attached, which she wouldn't argue with. For as long as she could remember, she has been absent minded and would accidentally forget things. She was sure she put that book she was reading next to her bed or didn't she just get a new pair of riding goggles yesterday? She doesn't mean to forget things, but sometimes things slip from her mind. Thankfully, she has plenty of people who are more than willing to help her remember where she put things or anything else that she might forget. Despite some issues she might have, she is always quite calm. It takes a lot to ruffle her feathers, even her opinions come in a very relaxed way. She sees no reason to get stressed, everything has a way of working itself out. Things may look bleak, but she knew things could turn around for the better eventually, and she feels it is okay to cry.
Positive Trait List Perceptive, Confident, Reflective, Inviting, Calm
Negative Trait List Opinionated, Unrefined, Absent minded, Clumsy
History: Sablie grew up as the eldest child of five born to one of the minor lord holders and his wife under the lord holder of Western hold. As such, she was taught all the ways to be a proper lady and mingle with the other important people they were to encounter. Unfortunately for her parents, those lessons never really took, she was too eager to get dirty and act like a drudge's kid. Not only that, but her clumsy ways made her parents think that they would never be able to get her married off like they would like. So once she turned ten turns old, they sent her off to study how to be a mindhealer. After all, if she couldn't contribute as a 'proper lady,' maybe she could use her skills to help bring calm to the stressful lives of the hold. She seemed to have a natural knack for it, so her parents thought it was for the best.

For the next twelve turns, Sablie grew in her craft and she loved it. It was such a refreshing thing to get to talk to people and help them with their problems. When she turned twenty two, she was ready to walk the tables and go from being just an apprentice to being a journeyman. She was so proud of her accomplishment and although she wasn't the perfect lady, her parents were too. She spent the next three turns helping the people at home,before she was offered a job at Western Weyr. Getting a chance to help the riders was something she had always dreamed of doing, so she jumped at the chance. Not only that, she had relatives that were riders from her mother's side of the family, so she hoped to get to know them better than she did.

She had only been at Western Weyr about a seven day, when he life took an unexpected turn. She had just been enjoying a peaceful lunch outside on the beach, when she was surprised by a search dragon landing near her. Suffice to say, the sandwich soon ended up more literal in its name when it tumbled out of her hands. It seemed that the dragon could sense her and their rider suggested Sablie should become a candidate. The young woman didn't even have to think about it, she accepted almost immediately. After all, being a rider was seen as an honor and she wasn't going to turn that opportunity down. The next four turns came and went, with no dragon to call her own, but she wasn't worried. If she was meant to be a dragon rider, she would be elated, but she had a wonderful craft to return to if she didn't manage to impress. Not only that, but she would still get to work with riders, so it really was a win win situation for her.

When she turned twenty nine, she did become a little saddened by the fact she might night become a rider. She knew she was nearing the time that candidates in Western aged out. As much as she wasn't worried, she was hoping to get to bond with a dragon on such a level that she had only heard about. Sure, she had flits, but it wasn't the same, she knew that from what the riders around her said. Thankfully, an impromptu hatching on a beach was an answer to her dreams. She had arrived there with the other Western candidates, enjoying the warmth of the sun. Watching with interest as eggs began to hatch and some bonding with their soul mates, it was always a treat to watch for her. That was when she watched a brown hatchling emerge from his egg with such an explosion. Someone was not happy that he wasn't being watched, surely they should be charmed by him..right? Sablie mentally assured him she was watching and what a handsome dragon she found him to be. This seemed to catch his attention and he walked with purpose over to her, making sure to look as dashing as he could, despite the egg goop still covering him. When he got to her, his eyes burst into a rainbow of color, she was his other half. Since then, they have worked their way through Weyrling training together and are ready for when they graduate.
Other: Nothing at the moment

DRAGON
Name: Calyceth
Origin of Name: Calyceth is named for the part of the hibiscus plant that keeps the flower safe called the Calyx. It is dried calyces that make up the hibiscus tea.
- - - - > Would you be willing to change the dragon's theme to fit a different NPC slot? Yes, if I needed to
- - - - > If your tea type is a duplicate of another winning entry, would you also be okay with the dragon being a twin? Yes
Color: Brown
- - - - > Would you be willing to change the dragons color/sex to fit a different NPC slot? Yes
Inspiration: Calyceth is inspired by the herbal tea known as hibiscus tea. This tea comes from North Africa and Southeastern Asia, from the flowers of the semi tropical hibiscus plant. The tea is known for its deep red color, along with it having a sweet and tart taste. It is a tea that can be served either hot or cold. It is also known to be beneficial in a variety of ways, such as in lowering blood pressure and helping in weight loss.
Personality If you wanted someone who stands out in a crowd, look no further than Calyceth. He seems to ooze charm wherever he goes, knowing how to tell dragons and people what they want to hear. He loves giving compliments, especially if people are inclined to pay him some in return. This is a dragon who knows he turns heads in his direction and doesn't mind it at all. He usually has a following of others, willing to sit near him and listen to what he has to say. He usually tends to make sure that those he cares about will feel the light as well. After all, he loves them too much not to have them bathe in the attention like he does. He doesn't understand why someone would not love all the attention. He really does mean well and want the best for those he cares about. If anything, he is the first one to shower them in compliments and love.

Unfortunately, he can also be very temperamental, his moods seeming to fluctuate at the drop of a hat. One moment he could be his loving self, the next moment he could be snapping at the nearest person. It can happen without warning, so one can never be sure what may set this brown off, unless you are his rider. When he is in one of his bitter moods, the usually charming dragon becomes blunt. He will tell it like he sees it and there is nothing that will change his moment, at least until he is calmed down. When he is in a sweet mood, which is usually how he is, he can be very soothing. He likes to use his words to calm people down and reduce their stress levels. Thankfully, though his moods can change quickly, his rider is usually able to tell and able to calm him down.


Calyceth loves being his very best and expects the same from those around him, especially his rider. Whether that means putting in some extra training to keep in shape or learning how to look their best, he will encourage others to strive to reach for the sky. It will make him impatient if someone isn't getting it like he is, it shouldn't be that hard...right? When others seem stuck in their ways, he will pester them until they work on improving. After all, they are representatives of their weyr, they should act like it. His rider gets the most nudging, since this is his bond mate, so her actions reflect on him too. Little by little, he will make her as amazing as he is, since he knows she is.
Size: 33'
Physical Attributes: Despite being on a small side of average for a brown, Calyceth is very well built. He makes sure he keeps in tip top shape, working to keep his stamina and strength up to snuff. Being smaller, he does do pretty well at maneuvering, even if he is not as flashy or fast as the blues and greens.
Additional Notes: Calyceth has hot, long flames because this is one intense dragon. He prides himself on his epic flames, that are no match for thread, in his opinion. Like his flames, he is intense when it comes to chasing golds or greens. He throws himself into it, determined to prove that he is the best dragon. After all, he feels he can satisfy any female dragon that he manages to catch.

Why Me: Sablie knew just the words to say to soothe the brown when he didn't have any attention. While her compliment and attention were what first caught his notice, his attraction to her went much deeper than that. He could see she would be the calm to his storm, something he knew he would need in his life. He also sensed her enjoyment of helping others and how inviting she was, that was something he connected with. After all, they both shared a love of company and looking out for those around them. Together, he knew they would never lack for attention and would strive to help those they cared about.

Calyceth also knew that Sablie needed his help, in more ways than one. His need to be the best he can be and wanting the same for others, made it obvious Sablie needed his help to be her best in ways she was lacking. Her lack of refinement made him determined to polish her like the jewel he knew she could be. Her clumsiness, he would help her try to be a little more careful. Or at least, try to lessen the impact of those bruised toes throbbing head she was bound to lead in her wake. He would be her memory for when she forgot something, so she would never feel the embarrassment from such a thing. All in all, he saw they both needed each other in ways seen and unseen. They would strengthen each other's strengthens and help each other grow from their faults, or at least temper them.

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What were they like in weyrling training? Both Sablie and Calyceth put everything they could into their weyrling training. There were rough spots when Calyceth had one of his bitter days or Sablie accidentally dropped/forgot something, but they had each other to smooth over any rough spots. The pair wanted to do their best, so they didn't give any trouble, least that they could help. Sometimes their mouths may have gotten them in trouble, but usually they found a way to make everything right again.

How did they get along with their other weyrlings? Since both of them love company, they would have made as many friends among the other weyrlings as they could. Sometimes Calyceth's mood swings or Sablie's opinionated ways would push away someone, but they would always apologize and work towards being friends with that person once more. Both of them would have also offered what advice they could to their fellow weyrlings, whether how to be their best or something that would help ease their mind.

How did they feel about weyrling training and Liat or V'mel's strict training? Both dragon and rider loved weyrling training, seeing it as a way to enhance their skills. They knew Liat's strictness was to make sure they would perform at their best. After all, it was getting them fit and they knew that would benefit them in the long run. The only problems they would have with training would be when Calyceth was having one of his moods or when Sablie had one of her mishaps. However, they always worked even harder to make up for it.

How did they do during Threadfall? All in all, they did fairly well during Threadfall. However, it has not been perfect, because both of them have scars along their bodies from being hit by thread, due to small mishaps. Thankfully, nothing that a trip through between couldn't deal with and just leave them with reminders to be careful.

How do they feel about Threadfall's return? Neither of them are happy about Threadfall's return, but are determined to do their share in the fight against it. It isn't like they can just wish it away, so they will make sure people are kept safe from the silvery menace. Everyday they are up there, they are doing something to be proud of.

Anything else? Nope, just thank you for the opportunity to try for one of the tea NPCs.

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I Got My Acceptance Letter!

Name: I'zel (formerly Itzlel)
Age: 22
Sex: Male
Sexual Orientation: Straight
Weyr: High Reaches Weyr
Rider Rank: Weyrling
Previous Rank/Craft: Trader
Physical Description: I'zel is about 6'4 with jet black hair that is kept neat. He weighs about 182 lbs, with a decent amount of muscles in all the right places. He has stormy grey eyes, that seem to hold the sadness of the world in them. He wears normal riding gear, nothing too flashy, just durable and able to hold up to all they are put through.
Personality: I'zel prides himself on being someone others can depend on, making sure never to break a promise he has made. Having been a trader before becoming a rider, he knew that people did more business with those who were reliable. In whatever he does, if he said he would do something, then he was going to do it. That seems to go hand in hand with his hard working nature, feeling he has to work hard to make sure he doesn't disappoint anyone. Even if it means putting in extra hours doing something, he will do so, just to make sure it is done properly and on time. No matter what he is doing, he gives it his all, knowing he has to.

Unfortunately, even if he is reliable, he is definitely not a people person. Ever since the fateful day that changed his life, he has preferred to be by himself. He doesn't like to socialize and getting close to him is not an easy task at all. His aloof personality is very off-putting to people, which is just the way he likes it. Not to mention, his pessimistic outlook on things can make getting close to others even harder. He sees the cup as half empty, nothing good lasts for very long in his eyes. Anyone you care about could be wiped out by disease or thread. When everything seems to be going right, it is only a matter of time before something horrible happens. He is also very down about life in general, feeling like he just cannot have nice things. It is like a grey cloud of sadness is always hanging over his head, raining on him whenever he finds something to be happy about.

Since I'zel lost so much in his life, he has had to learn to be independent, to take care of himself. He can do anything he wants by himself, he doesn't need any hand holding. Just tell him something once and show him what he needs to do and he can take it from there. He knows how to handle himself, not needing help from others. Though, if someone does manage to get close to him, he will protect them with everything he has. He hates seeing anyone hurting, no matter how much he doesn't think good things last. So for those close or even for kids or others, he will do what he can to make them safe. If he can spare anyone with what he has gone through, he will.
Positive Trait List Reliable, Independent, Hardworking, Protective
Negative Trait List Melancholic, pessimistic, aloof
History: Life seemed to be perfect for Itzlel, being the eldest son of a pair of traders. Even though he went from place to place as his parents sold their goods, he really never had want of anything. He loved his three younger siblings and his parents very much, he wanted to be like his parents. So everything he could possibly learn from them on being a trader, he took in eagerly. While he helped watch over his siblings, making sure they stayed out of trouble when they were visiting one of the Weyrs on business.

Unfortunately, when Itzlel was about twelve turns old, his family was dropping off something for a customer in Bitra. He had been sent to grab some supplies with some of the other members of the other traders they were traveling with, being assured that their business wouldn't take long. When he came back, he found his family and those he had gotten close to of their group dead, other than the ones who had gone with him. He learned that his family had been killed by a drunken man, who had been ticked off from losing all the marks he had gambling. That was the day the once happy boy, began to withdraw more into himself, only speaking to a handful of people that his family trusted.

The next turns found him traveling with those few people left from the group, helping them with all the trading that they still did. He didn't allow himself to get close to anyone but those few, not wanting to feel the pain of loss again. When he was twenty one turns, he was in High Reaches, having helped bring over some items for their double hatching feast. Since he was curious, he sat down in the audience to see what all the hubbub was about with hatchings. He watched as the babies began to break from their shells and find their bond mates. Little did he know that just as he was thinking about leaving, because seeing the parents was starting to hurt him, he would hear a voice in his head.

ItzlelMine, I know it hurts, but you can't live in the past. Come with me, we will make our future together,came the soft, but determined voice. He didn't know what possessed him, but he began to make his way down the steps, his head in a fog. When he got down to the sand, he stared into the rainbow eyes of a beautiful white dragon baby. He scooped up that precious dragon and walked dumbfounded over to the feeding table.

During their training, I'zel put everything he could into learning how to be a rider. Since he was coming in with no knowledge, he had to work twice as hard, but that was fine with him. With Mirath's help, he worked on putting his trust more into others and letting a few people start to get close. She reminded him of his parents, though she reminded him that they were always with him. She helped him learn to stop dwelling on all the bad of the past and live for today.
Other: He carries with him a little chest with some things his family cherished.

DRAGON
Name: Mirath
Origin of Name: It comes from the Latin word 'mirare,' which means to 'look at' and where the word mirror comes from.
- - - - > Would you be willing to change the dragon's theme to fit a different NPC slot? Yes, long as it was something that would still make sense
- - - - > If your theme type is a duplicate of another winning entry, would you also be okay with the dragon being a twin? Yes
Color: White
- - - - > Would you be willing to change the dragons color/sex to fit a different NPC slot? Yes, if needed
Inspiration: The Mirror of Erised is a magical mirror that shows the deepest desires of those that gaze into it. The writing on the frame of the mirror looks like it is in some foreign language, but is really just the saying 'I show not your face but your heart's desires' backwards. It was created in the 1800s, but by who is a mystery. It is believed to have been created for fun, since it is seen as something interesting and not useful, despite it being more revealing than a normal mirror. Many people wasted away or grew crazy trying to capture what was in the mirror, losing themselves in the fantasy of the images. No one is certain how it ended up in Hogwarts, but it was stored in the Room of Requirement for a long time. The mirror didn't get moved until Dumbledore modified it to hide the Philosopher's stone and he stored it in a classroom that was not being used. This is where Harry Potter stumbled upon it, seeing the images of his family around him. He became obsessed with it, spending the next few nights there, until Dumbledore found him there. The headmaster explained what the mirror was, before telling him it would be moved and told the boy not to search for it again. The mirror was not seen again til the end of Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone, when Harry got the stone from it to keep it from Voldemort.
Personality Mirath has a knack for being able to figure out what a person may want. Sometimes it is something a person doesn't even know they are wishing for, but she happens to pick up on things that clue her in to those desires others may have. Once she finds out what someone wants, she tries everything in her power to make it happen. At least, if it is in her power to do so, since she is wise enough to know not every desire can happen. If the desire is one she can't help grant, then she will do all she can to help the person see all the blessing they have surrounding them. She wants the best for everyone, she is a very warm dragon who loves helping. Being such an upbeat and perceptive dragon makes her someone others find fascinating. Not to mention her skills at weaving stories, tailored to her listeners. Sure, she knows not every desire can happen, but in fantasies, people can pretend for a little while. People can get lost in her stories and she encourages others to do so, just so she can enjoy some company. She hates being alone, so she will do all she can to draw attention.

This is a little white who is very determined, she will not let anything stop her. She knows how whites are viewed in High Reaches, but she doesn't care, she will make things happen for herself and those around her. She doesn't believe in living in the past, no, she is all for living in the present and envisioning the future. Life is meant to be lived and she doesn't plan to waste a moment. Unfortunately, this makes her reckless at times, not always thinking things through. Why wait for someone to come up with a plan, that patch of Thread needs burned down. It also means she is stubborn, she doesn't take no for an answer very easily. What do you mean she is too small for that maneuver, just you wait, she will show you. It will take her rider to show her that sometimes it is better to be careful, so you can better live your life.


Size: 13'
Physical Attributes: She may be the the smallest that a white can be, but that just allows her to be speedy and agile. She keeps in good shape, her features long and graceful. While she isn't very strong or have the stamina other dragons have, she just makes up with it in being best in the other areas.
Additional Notes: She loves cuddling up to other dragons, hoping to one day fulfill her desire of finding the one(s). Until that time, her ledge is always open for others to come and spend time with her. While fighting thread, she has some hot flames, to make up for other areas she is lacking in.

Why Me: Mirath could see the cloud hanging over I'zel's head and she knew he needed someone to be there for him. While she knew she couldn't bring back his parents, maybe she could give him the love she felt they would have given were they still alive. Not to mention, she knew that he could give her the protection she would need, so that she could grow to be all she was meant to be. She knew she could show him that he could rely on others, that he didn't need to do everything himself. While she admired him for his independence, she also knew he needed others in his life too. She also loves how hardworking he is, knowing that they would be able to show they were more than anyone thought they could be. Not to mention, his reliability would help reel her in when she decided to get lost in fantasies or tried to do something dangerous. Mirath loves I'zel and she won't let him ever be alone again and knew he would do the same for her.

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What were they like in weyrling training? I'zel would have been the quiet person, who tried to do everything he was expected to do. Mirath may have been a bit of a handful, in getting her to not run head first into trouble. I'zel would have made sure as best he could that she wouldn't get under foot or cause too much trouble though.

How did they get along with their other weyrlings? I'zel would have tried to keep himself from getting too close to his fellow weyrlings, at least at first. While Mirath would have tried to get to know her family and their riders every chance she got. Eventually, she would have convinced I'zel to at least try to speak to the others, maybe even start get close to a few.

How did they feel about weyrling training and the strict rules and lessons? I'zel loved the strictness and the way training was, it would have been something he would have thrived in. Mirath would have had more trouble, but knowing it is what her rider desired, she would have tried to be good. It wouldn't have been easy, because she wouldn't have liked being looked down on, but for him, she would do her best.

How did they handle their fellow weyrlings death during their first solo trips Between? It would have made I'zel want to withdraw more, but Mirath would be more determined than ever. She would have convinced I'zel that they couldn't live in the shadows just because of something like death. She knows those they lost wouldn't have wanted it that way. It would have saddened Mirath, but she would also be reminded how important it was to live and love.

How did they do during Threadfall? During Threadfall, they did suffer some scoring, but not enough to take them out of the fight. Seeing her rider hurt even that amount made Mirath listen to him when he said to be more careful. So while they didn't come out of it without a scratch, they didn't drop out of the sky either.

How do they feel about Threadfall's return? Mirath sees it as an opportunity to prove that she has what it takes to deal with the silvery threat. She doesn't like Thread, since it hurts others, but she isn't afraid of it either. While I'zel sees its return as something that was inevitable, just like anything else in life. He will, however, do his duty at fighting it and trying to spare anyone from dealing with loss, like he had to do.

Anything else? Thank you for this chance at the NPC dergs. And I am up for any plotting, should I win, since I would love for him to get close to others.

We're Going to Disneyworld!

Name: Canzena
Age: 26
Sex: Female
Sexual Orientation: Straight
Weyr: High Reaches Weyr
Rider Rank: Weyrling
Previous Rank/Craft: Journeyman Weavercrafter
Physical Description: Canzena has golden blonde hair, that seems as bright as the sun. It goes down to chest level, gentle curls giving her hair some bounce. She usually wears her hair down, unless she is riding or doing something that having her hair down could cause injury, in which case it is usually done in a braid. She has sapphire blue eyes that hold a light to them, giving her even more beauty. This young woman is only 4'11 and 94 lbs, but is in pretty decent shape. She wears pretty nice looking clothing, having an eye for fashion.
Personality: Canzena is a girl that has a lot of energy, she has no trouble transitioning from one thing to another with a lot of gusto. She loves being active and getting to interact with as many people as she can. From the beginning of her day to the end, this girl seems to go non stop, never seeming to slow down at all. While other people may grow tired as the day wears on, she seems to be as fresh as a daisy, without slowing down. The only time she seems quiet is when she is sleeping and even then she is on the go in her dreams. This abundance of energy, unfortunately, leads to her being very impatient. She hates having to wait for things, whether it is for a surprise or waiting until a lecture is over. Sometimes she will ask someone to hurry up, so she can go do something more fun. Or sneak a peek at a surprise, because she just cannot wait until it is time to open it. It makes giving her surprises or having her listen to discussions quite a headache.

Along with her high energy, Canzena has a zest for adventure, she loves being out there. She loves going new places and trying new things, she feels it is what makes life worth living. After all, sitting around doing nothing is boring, life is about living. She wants to be out there having a grand adventure, not doing the same thing day in and day out. It is why she loves fashion so much, because it is an adventure trying out new designs and ways of doing things. Unfortunately, her adventurous spirit also leads her into trouble because she is impulsive. A plan, who needs one of those when she can just dive head first into adventure. She is one to act now and ask questions later, no need to wait when you can just learn on the fly. When a volunteer is asked for, she is one of the first people to have her hand raised. Consequences be darned, she is going to do what she is going to do, and she doesn't care if it gets her hurt. It takes others to remind her that she isn't the only one affected by her rash decisions.

She is also very cheerful, nothing seems to rain on her parade at all. She is one of those people who believe that things will always turn out alright in the end. She likes enjoying the day, feeling that any negative can be turned into a positive. Her cheerfulness can be infectious, since she likes wearing a smile on her face most of the time. She is also very sweet, wanting to bring smiles to the faces of others. In anyway that she can, she will try to bring some sunshine into the lives of those around her. That just seems to make her more cheerful, seeing others having a good time and happy. Behind all her cheer and sweetness though, she is secretive too. Having her father leave her and her mother, she hides how it hurts when people do not treat her or others well, much like her father did. She will think of ways to make them pay for it, but she never carries through with it. She keeps this side of her hidden, not wanting others to know when she is hurt. She doesn't like others to find out about her past, unless they are close to her. She sometimes worries that she isn't good enough for friendship or love, she hides these concerns though.
Positive Trait List Energetic, cheerful, Adventurous, Sweet
Negative Trait List Impatient, Impulsive, Secretive, Insecure
History: Canzena was the result of a gold flight at High Reaches, between a brown rider and the gold rider that had been in flight. When her father seemed to stick around for the first five years of her life, she thought the man loved her and her mother. However, one day he disappeared and she didn't know where he had gone. Her mother told her that he died, but the young girl couldn't believe a man so strong could die so easily. However, she just tried to go about her life, staying close to her mother. When she was older, her mother finally did admit to her that her father left them, which hurt the poor girl. However, when others seemed to pity her, when they found out, the young girl began to hide her hurt about it. Plus, part of her hoped her father would come riding back into her life, proving her still cared. She worried sometimes she wasn't worth it and that is why he didn't say, but she kept that to herself that worry.

When she was old enough, she fell in love with weavercraft, wanting to be a designer. So she went to learn that craft, when she turned ten turns old, eager to learn how to make clothing. When she was candidate age, she came back to stand, having always wanted to be a rider. While she stood for the next several turns, she didn't give up hope that she would find her soulmate. She also continued to work in her craft when she got a chance, since it was a craft she could do when she wasn't doing her candidate work. Eventually she was able to walk the tables, ready if she needed a backup plan, if she managed to not impress. Which as time went on, things were starting to look like it might happen that way. She knew she didn't have much time before aging out, however her world soon changed.

When the double clutch happened, she was on the sands, watching as the babies came out of their eggs. She loved watching each one and seeing what personalities they had. Then a blue began to make his way through all the candidates, seeming to be examining them all. When he got to her, he sat down and stared up at her with rainbow eyes.

I knew you were here, CanzenaMine. And you are worth more than you know. Let your Frieth show you how much you matter, you always have,the blue's voice came into her mind. She couldn't help but feel a bit of peace decend on her from the blue, her blue. She headed off to feed him some food, to start their lives together. She knew now that when he had been looking at the others, he had been giving them some encouragement, before coming to her. The next turn would find them doing their best in their lessons as weyrlings.
Other: She still looks out for her father, hoping she can find him one day.

DRAGON
Name: Frieth
Origin of Name: Frieth gets his name from David Friedman, the person who composed the song "Out of Thin Air" for the movie Aladdin and the King of Thieves.
- - - - > Would you be willing to change the dragon's theme to fit a different NPC slot? Yes, if it is possible
- - - - > If your theme type is a duplicate of another winning entry, would you also be okay with the dragon being a twin? Yes
Color: Blue
- - - - > Would you be willing to change the dragons color/sex to fit a different NPC slot? Yes, if needed
Inspiration: "Out of Thin Air" was the second song featured in the third movie of the Aladdin series, Aladdin and the King of Thieves (which came out in 1996). Aladdin and Jasmine's wedding is crashed by the Forty Thieves,who are trying to obtain a special staff which houses a powerful oracle. This oracle can answer one question for any individual and it can be anything they might want to know. Knowing of this power, it makes Aladdin begin to think of his past. The Oracle hints to him that all of his questions about his past can be answered by his father, who is actually still alive, much to Aladdin's surprise. The song is one where Jasmine tries to convince Aladdin to find out about his father, that she can wait for him to return. Also, it is to remind him that he is special and didn't just come out of Thin Air. Aladdin tries to counter that his father was never there to teach him who he is, like Jasmine had her's. By the end of the song, Aladdin is convinced to find out about his father, knowing Jasmine will wait for him. It is a beautiful love song, while also being a song that shows we are sometimes more than we realize.
Personality Frieth is a dragon who is always trying to encourage others. He knows that everyone has the potential of greatness and he will do everything he can to help people bring it out. He also is good at spotting that potential in others, knowing what to say to coax it out. He loves to cheer people on, letting them know that they will always have someone in their corner for them. He is a bright beacon of hope, he doesn't want anyone to feel like they aren't good enough. Of course, in his eyes, even someone who appears to be tough skinned can have a light that they try to hide. He is also a calm dragon, that seems to exude a reassuring aura. He tries not to let things bother him, knowing that it doesn't do anyone any good. Sure, he can get upset, but he tries not to dwell in it for long.

Unfortunately, this sometimes blinds the dragon to the negative about a person. He can be so focused on the positive, that he can't always see when someone is lying to him or wanting to hurt him. No, they couldn't possibly do that to him, that wouldn't be nice at all. They are all good people, they just need to have someone in their corner. He can be naive when it comes to the darker side of people and situations. It will take others to make sure that he doesn't get hurt too badly by the actions of others who would use him for their own gain. He also has a tendency to forget about personal space, never shying away from being close and personal. Surely, no one minds a little nuzzling here or a wing drapped over them there, right? He forgets sometimes that some people prefer their space. And it doesn't matter his size, he will show all the affection in the world. Plus, he has a tendency to stick his nose into everyone's business and be meddlesome. Come now, how is he supposed to help, if he doesn't know what is going on? So he tends to try and help people, even when they do not wish to be helped.

This is also a dragon who likes to have a game plan, there is no point in running into trouble. No, the less likely it is for himself or others to get hurt, the better it is. He likes to be effective when it comes to everything he does. So he will try to make sure that he has several plans at the ready, in case one of them goes wrong. Unfortunately, this also leads to the issue of him being indecisive when it comes to decisions. It takes him awhile to pick a plan and stick to it. After all, they are all good ones, but surely one is better for the situation than another. It can lead to people having to wait for him to act, because he doesn't want to make the wrong choice.

Size: 33'
Physical Attributes: Frieth is a max size blue, so he isn't as fast or graceful as some other dragons of his color. He is decent in those departments, but he is better in the realm of stamina, having a higher level than many of his fellow blues. He also is pretty good in strength, though that isn't as good as the bigger colors. His proportions are fine for his size, all in the normal range.
Additional Notes: Frieth has pretty long flames, liking to be effective when it comes to fighting Thread. In flight, he will chase after any green, to determine her potential. One day, he hopes to settle down with the dragon(s) that make his hearts beat with all the love he can give. He is also search sensitive, so he will be helping with helping to find more candidates.

Why Me: From the moment the moment he hatched out of his shell, he knew that she was his. He knew she was a wonderful person, but knew she secretly doubted herself. No more, he would be her biggest cheerleader, reminding her that she has one person always in her corner. She is good enough and he will help her see that, he loves her too much for her to dwell in the shadows of doubt. Plus, he knows how she likes to rush head long into things, maybe he can bring a sense of calm and peace. And maybe she can help him learn to be more decisive in his choices, so he doesn't take forever to act on things. He loves her cheerfulness and knows together they can help a lot of people. They both want to help people feel and be their best, including each other. He liked the way she cared about others, just like he does, and want to brighten people's day. Maybe one day, Frieth will get to help his rider find her father. If not, he will always have her back and be her biggest fan. He knows she will do the same for him and help open his eyes more to the adventure of the world around them.

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What were they like in weyrling training? Canzena probably caused some trouble inadvertently by her impulsive nature, since she would have wanted to get into the action of the lessons. She would have had trouble sitting still through lessons. In time, Frieth's calming nature probably helped to keep her from being a bother and help her grow.

How did they get along with their other weyrlings? Both members of this pair would have tried to make friends with their fellow Weyrlings. Sometimes they might have angered someone with Frieth trying to get too close and personal or Candeza trying to drag people into an adventure. They would always try to find some way to make it up and get back into those people's good graces though.

How did they feel about weyrling training and the strict rules and lessons? Candeza would have been driven crazy by the strict rules, but with some nudging from Frieth, would have accepted it. Frieth would have loved them, knowing it helped everyone grow in their potential that he knew they had.

How did they handle their fellow weyrlings death during their first solo trips Between? Both of them would have been hit by the deaths, since they would have interacted with them during training. Knowing how much it hurt the group, they would have worked together to try to help bring cheer to everyone.

How did they do during Threadfall? They both got scarred during Threadfall, thanks to Candeza urging them after every piece of Thread she could see. Thankfully, it wasn't enough to put them out of commission for more than a couple weeks, because of Frieth's planning.

How do they feel about Threadfall's return? On the one hand, it keeps Candeza busy and gives her the adventure that she craves. It allows her to show her worth, dealing with the ancient enemy. However, it also brings pain and sadness to others, which neither of them want. So the pair has conflicting feelings about Threadfall's return.

Anything else? Thank you for this chance for NPCs from the double clutch. And if I win, I would definitely love to plot with people, since these two would have wanted friends.

Notes on WIP/Upcoming Riders and their Dragons

- G'mus is 97 turns old, but still as mellow as ever and loves to have fun. He also can be quite lazy, only doing something when he feels like it (or more specifically his mate or dragon push him to do something). He and his dragon are both smart and willing to help others. Daitorath (82 turns old) is well mannered and believes there is a time and place for everything. He tends to be very persuasive with his words, which comes in handy with his rider. This blue is a bit of a neat freak, he hates for anything, especially himself to be dirty. Also hates anything to be out of place. (Most likely putting them at Western)

- Riamwyn is 94 turns old, who is known for being brave and confident. However, she can be very stern, she doesn't expect anyone being lazy or stupid. She is known for being quite a spitfire when it comes to fighting and her dragon. She knows many disapprove of the color of her dragon, but she won't hear any of it. No one will speak ill of her white, not if she can help it. Both she and her dragon are loyal and trustworthy, always there for those who they care about. Milliath (78 turns old) is a very gentle creature, who really doesn't like to make waves.