Kestal Ssinjinn
Posted: Sat Jul 21, 2012 2:07 am
Name: Kestal Cairie Ssinjinn
Age: 21
Race: Human
Height: 5"6
Weight: 100lbs
Occupation: Singer/Songwriter (bard)
Physical Description:
Kestal is petite by anyone’s standards. Her skin, while smooth has a pale undertone that is highlighted by the dark smudges under her eyes, and the rash of freckles across her nose and cheeks. She’s beautiful in a waifish kind of way - there are too many angles to her face, and her expressive powder-blue eyes look slightly too big. The point of her chin and pouted mouth give a pixie like quality to her. Her hair sits just against her shoulders and is a dark honey blonde. Thick and slightly curly, Kestal often keeps it pulled back from her face in a simple braid, with those stubborn little wisps of hair refusing to be kept at bay framing her face.
It is apparent that she is underweight by a large margin, though she hides this relatively well with the clothing she chooses, always layering despite how hot it may be. She can be found wearing simple, inexpensive clothing, usually trousers, and shirts that are a few sizes too big, which she then covers with waistcoats with long tails, or a jacket.
Personality:
Kestal is a quiet soul and a deep thinker. She is extremely introverted, and almost painfully shy, given to blushing hotly when under scrutiny - except for when she performs, when she becomes a bright light, full of life and emotion, and almost another persona entirely. Her shyness however does not affect her aproachability - she is receptive to people who come to her - she just doesn't go out of her way to meet new people.
Her nature is such that she is more likely to think of you before she thinks of herself. In fact, her only goals and desires in life are to be at peace, and to have someone to miss her when she is gone. Even in this desire, she does not actively seek it, considering herself to be nothing special or worth anyone's undivided attention. She avoids conflict and is a people pleaser, wanting everyone to be happy, even if she isn’t. She is almost self-defeatest in the way she puts others needs, goals and desires above her own.
She is kind and considerate, and very softly spoken. She hardly says a word out of turn, but what she does say is always well thought out. People often feel safe in coming to her with things they would like objective input with. Kestal is often tired, but will say nothing of her own needs. This is perhaps her biggest secret, her own personal battle that she is determined not to burden anyone with.
Kestal has no strong feelings towards any political leaning. Of the rebels she is slightly sympathetic, believing that there is good in all beings, and that all sentient beings should be judged on their own individual characteristics, rather than the blanket judgement of a kind. Of course, she is loyal to the government, and remains quiet regarding her sympathetic tendencies. Politics do not feature strongly in her music, if at all.
Possessions:
Lute - To accompany her music, Kestal is self taught on this beautiful instrument
Strengths:
Gifted Singer - Kestal's talent is raw, but unmistakably unique. Her tone is rich and slightly rasping. Her middle ranges are full bodied and strong, while her upper register is slightly weaker, but no less powerful in terms of it's impact.
Songwriting - Again, a natural talent for putting words together. Kestal writes and sings from a deep well inside of her, that views the world in a very thought provoking way.
Compassionate - Kessy is willing to help others without thought of herself. She will go above and beyond to ensure that people around her feel accepted and understood.
Being quiet and shy has its advantages. Kessy enjoys watching people, their interactions and moods. She is perceptive in gauging the emotions of others, and uses this to her advantage in helping out where she can. Her quiet observance of the world around her strengthens not only her writing and performing, but also her aproachability.
Weaknesses:
Kestal's way of putting others above herself sometimes leads to her being treated like a doormat - she'll not often say no, if she thinks that it will make people happy.
She is often exhaused and prone to melancholy, and more sullen than quiet when she has a creative block.
More focused in her music than her social life, with a hidden fear or rejection, having only been loved by her parents.
Low self esteem in all areas but her music, sometimes still very anxious over how her music will be recieved, and in fact how she as a person is recieved.
Kestal is shy and reticent and avoids making close relationships, and might be considered a loner by many. She fears being alone, but at the same time fears the hurt she could cause by becoming close to someone.
History:
To say her life has been unimportant wouldn't be far from the truth. Kestal was born to a lower-middle class family in Marn; Hector and Jane Ssinjin, her parents were normal, hardworking citzens with nondescript jobs. Kestal was their pride and joy, a quiet, polite child who kept to herself and respected her elders. Being an only child, Kestal was very close to her parents, and they treated her as a young adult, capable of making wise decisions beyond her years.
She began writing songs when she was fourteen, making up ditty after little ditty about the people she'd see on the streets - the homeless beggar, the children, the market vendors and the daily goings on of life in Marn. She had an 'old-soul' way of looking at the world, seeing it through eyes and with a heart that has more melancholy than most. She never made close friends, and as she began looking for work following her passion of music, she discovered that life with many acquaintances was lonesome. Her music became slightly darker, full of heartfelt sadness and longing.
Despite the nature of her music, she became a fast favourite in her local tavern, and was able to get a regular job.
Both Kestal’s parents passed on early in her 20th year. Their deaths, brought on by illness rather than old age, devesated the girl, and she became even more introverted than normal, becoming almost hermit-like in her behaviours, except for venturing out to work. She lives alone in her childhood home, caring for herself, working as much as she can, publishing and preforming pieces of her art. She lives a quiet life in Marn, and does not desire for that to change.
Kestal does, however, have a secret. The way circumstances are, she knows time is running out for her secret to stay hidden... her sets are becoming shorter, and cracks are starting to show.
Age: 21
Race: Human
Height: 5"6
Weight: 100lbs
Occupation: Singer/Songwriter (bard)
Physical Description:
Kestal is petite by anyone’s standards. Her skin, while smooth has a pale undertone that is highlighted by the dark smudges under her eyes, and the rash of freckles across her nose and cheeks. She’s beautiful in a waifish kind of way - there are too many angles to her face, and her expressive powder-blue eyes look slightly too big. The point of her chin and pouted mouth give a pixie like quality to her. Her hair sits just against her shoulders and is a dark honey blonde. Thick and slightly curly, Kestal often keeps it pulled back from her face in a simple braid, with those stubborn little wisps of hair refusing to be kept at bay framing her face.
It is apparent that she is underweight by a large margin, though she hides this relatively well with the clothing she chooses, always layering despite how hot it may be. She can be found wearing simple, inexpensive clothing, usually trousers, and shirts that are a few sizes too big, which she then covers with waistcoats with long tails, or a jacket.
Personality:
Kestal is a quiet soul and a deep thinker. She is extremely introverted, and almost painfully shy, given to blushing hotly when under scrutiny - except for when she performs, when she becomes a bright light, full of life and emotion, and almost another persona entirely. Her shyness however does not affect her aproachability - she is receptive to people who come to her - she just doesn't go out of her way to meet new people.
Her nature is such that she is more likely to think of you before she thinks of herself. In fact, her only goals and desires in life are to be at peace, and to have someone to miss her when she is gone. Even in this desire, she does not actively seek it, considering herself to be nothing special or worth anyone's undivided attention. She avoids conflict and is a people pleaser, wanting everyone to be happy, even if she isn’t. She is almost self-defeatest in the way she puts others needs, goals and desires above her own.
She is kind and considerate, and very softly spoken. She hardly says a word out of turn, but what she does say is always well thought out. People often feel safe in coming to her with things they would like objective input with. Kestal is often tired, but will say nothing of her own needs. This is perhaps her biggest secret, her own personal battle that she is determined not to burden anyone with.
Kestal has no strong feelings towards any political leaning. Of the rebels she is slightly sympathetic, believing that there is good in all beings, and that all sentient beings should be judged on their own individual characteristics, rather than the blanket judgement of a kind. Of course, she is loyal to the government, and remains quiet regarding her sympathetic tendencies. Politics do not feature strongly in her music, if at all.
Possessions:
Lute - To accompany her music, Kestal is self taught on this beautiful instrument
Strengths:
Gifted Singer - Kestal's talent is raw, but unmistakably unique. Her tone is rich and slightly rasping. Her middle ranges are full bodied and strong, while her upper register is slightly weaker, but no less powerful in terms of it's impact.
Songwriting - Again, a natural talent for putting words together. Kestal writes and sings from a deep well inside of her, that views the world in a very thought provoking way.
Compassionate - Kessy is willing to help others without thought of herself. She will go above and beyond to ensure that people around her feel accepted and understood.
Being quiet and shy has its advantages. Kessy enjoys watching people, their interactions and moods. She is perceptive in gauging the emotions of others, and uses this to her advantage in helping out where she can. Her quiet observance of the world around her strengthens not only her writing and performing, but also her aproachability.
Weaknesses:
Kestal's way of putting others above herself sometimes leads to her being treated like a doormat - she'll not often say no, if she thinks that it will make people happy.
She is often exhaused and prone to melancholy, and more sullen than quiet when she has a creative block.
More focused in her music than her social life, with a hidden fear or rejection, having only been loved by her parents.
Low self esteem in all areas but her music, sometimes still very anxious over how her music will be recieved, and in fact how she as a person is recieved.
Kestal is shy and reticent and avoids making close relationships, and might be considered a loner by many. She fears being alone, but at the same time fears the hurt she could cause by becoming close to someone.
History:
To say her life has been unimportant wouldn't be far from the truth. Kestal was born to a lower-middle class family in Marn; Hector and Jane Ssinjin, her parents were normal, hardworking citzens with nondescript jobs. Kestal was their pride and joy, a quiet, polite child who kept to herself and respected her elders. Being an only child, Kestal was very close to her parents, and they treated her as a young adult, capable of making wise decisions beyond her years.
She began writing songs when she was fourteen, making up ditty after little ditty about the people she'd see on the streets - the homeless beggar, the children, the market vendors and the daily goings on of life in Marn. She had an 'old-soul' way of looking at the world, seeing it through eyes and with a heart that has more melancholy than most. She never made close friends, and as she began looking for work following her passion of music, she discovered that life with many acquaintances was lonesome. Her music became slightly darker, full of heartfelt sadness and longing.
Despite the nature of her music, she became a fast favourite in her local tavern, and was able to get a regular job.
Both Kestal’s parents passed on early in her 20th year. Their deaths, brought on by illness rather than old age, devesated the girl, and she became even more introverted than normal, becoming almost hermit-like in her behaviours, except for venturing out to work. She lives alone in her childhood home, caring for herself, working as much as she can, publishing and preforming pieces of her art. She lives a quiet life in Marn, and does not desire for that to change.
Kestal does, however, have a secret. The way circumstances are, she knows time is running out for her secret to stay hidden... her sets are becoming shorter, and cracks are starting to show.