Astrid Luciene

Astrid Luciene has a slender and delicate face with sharp, angular features. She has very long, flowing dark hair that falls loosely down to her waist, and piercing green eyes that are often hidden behind her rectangular glasses. Her nose is thin and sharp, and her lips are full and expressive. She has high cheekbones and a sharp jawline, giving her an air of confidence and determination. Despite her youthful appearance, Astrid's face is often marked by a serious and determined expression, reflecting her role as the Apostle of the Dark Goddess and her responsibilities in leading the Cult of the Dark Goddess.

Astrid Luciene has an elegant style of dress. She is often seen wearing a green blouse with a black bowtie, a black skirt with green tights, and a long black coat. She also wears neat rectangular glasses, as she needs them to see and thinks they make her look sophisticated.   Astrid's outfit serves several purposes. As a transfer student at the Capitol Academy, she is required to wear a school uniform, and her outfit functions as such. Students are allowed to choose clothing of any color, so long as they are supplied by the school's official provider; Astrid's green blouse and tights are as such a personal choice and reflective of her personality. The long black coat however is an allowed practical addition, as it helps to keep her warm during the colder months. She also thinks it makes her look really cool.

Astrid Luciene was tutored at home in the Luciene region for her primary education. She showed little interest in her studies and spent most of her time reading and crafting stories in her head. This frustrated Lord and Lady Luciene, seeing her disinterest and obsession with storybooks as a further insult to her heritage and nobility.   Astrid's parents originally intended for her to continue her education at home with a tutor. They saw no value in sending her to the Capitol Academy in the Holy Capital, as she did not possess any Holy talent and could never become the head of the Luciene family. They planned to wait until her less rebelious brothers, Arthur and Henry, came of age at fourteen to send them to the Capitol Academy instead.   However when she was sixteen, she and her best friend, Anya, used Anya's mind-altering abilities to transfer to the Capitol Academy in the Holy Capital, where they set up their operations and grew the Cult of the Dark Goddess.   As a transfer student at the Capitol Academy, Astrid focused on studying magic and honing her skills. She was determined to become strong enough to control the dark power of the Dark Goddess and prevent it from consuming the world. However, her studies were not easy, as she struggled to balance her responsibilities as the Dark Goddess' Apostle with her desire to keep her true identity a secret. But she persevered and eventually came to appreciate her studies, and balance them with her duties.

Astrid Luciene has experienced her own share of trauma, particularly in regards to her lack of Holy talent and the resulting neglect from her family. She has struggled with feelings of inadequacy and worthlessness, and has often felt alone and isolated.   In the past, the guilt and responsibility she feels for the manifestation of the Dark Goddess and the evil that she has unleashed weighed heavily on her mind. But she has since steeled her resolve to play her part to the best of her ability, and to craft her experience into a worthwhile story.   Astrid is a strong and determined individual. She is fiercely intelligent, and uses her cunning and charisma to lead the Cult of the Dark Goddess. She is driven by a desire to protect her friends and followers, and will stop at nothing to achieve her goals.

Anya is motivated by her love for Astrid and her desire to protect her at all costs. She is willing to do anything to make Astrid happy, and will go to great lengths to ensure her safety. She also has a deep hatred for the Holy Church and a desire for revenge against them for the atrocities they committed against her and others. This drives her to plot and scheme, using her powers and abilities to do plenty of morally questionable things in pursuit of her goals and in worship of the Dark Goddess.

LIKES:

  Reading and Writing: Astrid Luciene has a deep love of reading and writing. She is often found with her nose buried in a book, lost in the world of stories. She also enjoys writing her own stories and tales, often inspired by the books she reads.   Books and Libraries: Astrid has a particular fondness for libraries and bookstores, and spends much of her time browsing their shelves and searching for new titles to add to her collection. She is a frequent visitor of The Inkwell of Havenscrest, the primary bookstore in the city outside her family's estate. She is fascinated by the knowledge and wisdom contained in books, and believes that they hold the key to understanding the world around her.   Magic: Astrid is also drawn to magic. She spends much of her time practicing magic and studying its theories and applications. She sees magic as a tool that can be used to shape the world and bend it to her will. Because of her inability to use holy magic, Astrid heavily values her proficiency with regular magic, and views it as superior.   The Dark Goddess: Astrid's greatest passion is her creation and worship of the Dark Goddess, a mysterious and powerful entity that she believes represents the opposite of everything that the Church of the Holy Light and the Radiant King stand for. As she created the character of The Dark Goddess, everything about her was hand-crafted by Astrid herself, and she has a strong affection for the diety. Those who disrespect the Dark Goddess are quickly dealt with.   Anya: Astrid's friendship with Anya is her most important relationship. Anya is her closest confidant and the first person to learn of Astrid's identity as the Apostle of the Dark Goddess. Astrid trusts Anya with her life and would do anything to protect her. While it is undeniable that some romantic tension exists between them, Astrid is too stressed from her duties to pursue a relationship.   Her Followers: Astrid also cares deeply for the followers of the Dark Goddess, who she sees as her true family. She will do whatever it takes to ensure their safety and well-being. She trusts them with any task she gives, and is particularly impressed by their dedication.   Ground-dragons: Astrid has a fondness for ground-dragons, finding them to be fascinating and majestic. She especially likes their regal bearing and their fierce loyalty to their riders, which she finds inspiring. She has a soft spot for the young hatchlings, which she loves to play with and cuddle. In her eyes, ground-dragons are the embodiment of dilegence and everything that is good and noble in the world, and she loves them dearly.   Being and Edgelord: Due to her rebellious and imaginitive nature, Astrid is drawn to the dark and mysterious, and enjoys being perceived as a dangerous and unpredictable person. As the Apostle of the Dark Goddess, Astrid revels in her association with evil and the power it gives her. She enjoys the shock and fear her edgy persona elicits in others, and uses it to her advantage in her quest to overthrow the Church of the Holy Light. She also takes great joy in being the leader of a secret organization, with a band of very powerful allies who are absurdly loyal to her.

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DISLIKES

  Being Ignored: Having grown up neglected by her family, Astrid cannot stand being ignored or dismissed. She is a passionate person, and wants to be taken seriously and respected. She hates it when people underestimate her or treat her like she is unimportant.   The Church of the Holy Light: Astrid has a deep-seated hatred for the Church of the Holy Light and everything it represents. She believes that the Church is corrupt, oppressive, and hypocritical, and that it is a threat to the freedom and well-being of the people of the Holy Kingdom. She is determined to bring down the Church and its leaders, and will stop at nothing to achieve her goal.   The Radiant King: Astrid also dislikes the Radiant King, the god that directly opposes her Dark Goddess. She believes that the Radiant King is foolish, ignorant, lazy, and cruel. In particular, she detests his ruthlessness when smiting his enemies into oblivion.   Being Underestimated: Astrid also hates being underestimated or dismissed. She is highly intelligent and skilled, and she wants others to recognize her abilities and take her seriously. She is quick to prove herself and show that she is not to be trifled with.   Illiteracy: Having grown up around people who did not value stories and books, Astrid also dislikes illiteracy, seeing it as a major hindrance to personal growth and development. She believes that the ability to read and write is essential for people to be able to access knowledge and understand the world around them. She is passionate about promoting literacy and education, amd dislikes those who do not value the power of stories.