Princess Xenia Draewynn
Relationships
History
From childhood, Prince Xanzir Fulbert Cross viewed Princess Xenia Draewynn with quiet, patient loyalty, recognizing in her something fundamentally wounded yet resilient. While Xenia’s attention to him was always sparse—rarely more than a distracted acknowledgment—Xanzir watched over her from afar, observing silently as her heart hardened into ruthless resolve after the death of her twin sister, Xania. To him, Xenia was a sister in name but distant in reality, someone he instinctively protected, though his affection was met with indifference. Conversely, Xenia saw Xanzir as little more than background noise—another sibling born from their mother’s troubled union, one whose loyalty she accepted but never returned. Despite this asymmetry, Xanzir never wavered, quietly ensuring that Xenia’s path remained unobstructed, even as she walked heedlessly past him without gratitude.
Nicknames & Petnames
Xanzir, ever thoughtful, occasionally referred to Xenia privately as "Sister" with genuine warmth, hoping one day she might reciprocate even the smallest fraction of his quiet affection. In moments of contemplation, he thought of her as "Iceblade," a silent acknowledgment of her cold and lethal efficiency, which he both admired and feared. Xenia, however, used no nicknames for Xanzir—he was simply "Xanzir," a presence she acknowledged only in passing, never with warmth, always with calculated detachment. Even the simplest courtesies from Xanzir went unnoticed or unappreciated, reinforcing the imbalance in their dynamic. Their chosen names captured perfectly the divide: his quiet admiration and her dismissive indifference.
Relationship Reasoning
Xanzir’s dedication to Xenia arose from an innate sense of duty and protection, despite receiving little recognition in return. He saw beyond her cold exterior, understanding that beneath it lay unspoken pain. His loyalty was genuine, rooted in a deep-seated belief that family must look after one another, even when those efforts went unacknowledged. On the other hand, Xenia found little value in her eldest brother, considering him another irrelevant piece on a board already crowded with more threatening and immediate concerns. To her, Xanzir’s protective tendencies were nothing more than trivial gestures—unnecessary distractions from her true focus. This fundamental misunderstanding defined their relationship, with Xanzir constantly striving to offer protection, while Xenia viewed him as merely background, barely worth noticing.
Commonalities & Shared Interests
Their common ground was limited but genuine: both understood duty, discipline, and loyalty, though they manifested these values differently. Xanzir valued loyalty as a shield—quiet, unwavering support—while Xenia saw it purely in pragmatic terms, useful only if it served her immediate purposes. Occasionally, they aligned in their shared appreciation of strategic caution, each recognizing the other’s ability to think clearly under pressure. However, these fleeting moments of mutual respect were never openly acknowledged or expanded upon. They remained silently connected by their shared blood and the quiet understanding that survival in the Draewynn household required careful, deliberate steps—an understanding neither openly addressed, but both respected.
History
From the moment Xeric Draewynn’s blade ended her twin sister’s life, Xenia Draewynn's every waking thought turned to hatred. Once inseparable from Xania, she found herself shackled to Xeric—the cold, emotionless child who became both her greatest torment and her darkest responsibility. Forced by ancient tradition to train him, she channeled her grief into cruel discipline, secretly longing for the day he would slip so she could justifiably strike him down. For Xeric, Xenia was never more than an obstacle, a bitter instructor whose grief-fueled violence forged him into a precise and ruthless weapon. He bore her hatred indifferently, aware of her murderous intent yet untouched by guilt or remorse. Their history is defined by this mutual animosity, a deadly dance of trainer and student, each silently waiting for the inevitable moment one will finally eliminate the other.
Nicknames & Petnames
Xenia refuses to grant Xeric any semblance of affection or familiarity, referring to him coldly as "the Killer," a title heavy with accusation and disdain. She speaks his name only with contempt, refusing to mask her loathing behind pleasantries or false warmth. Xeric, equally detached, regards her merely as "Instructor," a word devoid of respect or gratitude, uttered with clinical detachment. Neither sibling indulges in softer terms, as doing so would be an insult to the raw hatred that defines their relationship. Their chosen names are not tokens of kinship but markers of mutual contempt, reinforcing the permanent wall of resentment between them.
Relationship Reasoning
Xenia’s desire to see Xeric dead is uncomplicated and all-consuming; she views him as the embodiment of her greatest failure, the living proof of her twin sister’s loss. Every day he remains alive is an insult to Xania’s memory, yet her obligation to train him prevents her from acting openly on this urge. She is trapped by duty, forced into proximity with the one person she loathes above all else, waiting desperately for the day circumstances permit her revenge. Xeric, meanwhile, sees Xenia as nothing more than a stepping stone—necessary yet ultimately disposable. He endures her brutal lessons with a detached calculation, fully aware she wishes him dead yet utterly unconcerned. To him, Xenia is simply another piece of training equipment—dangerous, effective, but replaceable once her usefulness expires.
Commonalities & Shared Interests
Xenia and Xeric share only a cold, pragmatic appreciation for the lethality of their craft. Both are precise killers, masters of stealth and execution, and they grudgingly acknowledge the other’s proficiency. They share no warmth or camaraderie, only a mutual understanding of violence’s necessity in their harsh world. Occasionally, they recognize a similar strategic insight in the other’s decisions, but this recognition sparks no respect—only deeper resentment. Neither finds pleasure in the other’s presence; any shared moment is marked by silent tension, each evaluating how quickly they could end the other's life if opportunity permitted.
History
From their first breath, Xenia and Xania Draewynn were inseparable—two halves of a single soul forged in the unforgiving crucible of the Draewynn court. Where Xenia was quiet and calculating, Xania brought laughter and warmth, balancing her twin sister’s grim resolve with effortless joy. Their bond was unbreakable, sealed by whispered secrets, stolen glances, and the shared weight of their training as Fingers of Raven. When Xeric’s blade took Xania’s life, the moment shattered not only their union but also Xenia’s identity, leaving her a hollow echo of the vibrant connection they once shared. In losing Xania, Xenia lost not just her sister, but the very heart of her world—a loss that tore through her like a blade, leaving behind a wound that refused to heal. Ever since, Xenia has carried her sister’s memory with fierce desperation, trapped between honoring her and being consumed by grief.
Nicknames & Petnames
Xania affectionately called Xenia "Nia," a simple yet tender nickname that carried warmth and familiarity, a reflection of the comfort they provided each other. Xenia, in turn, called Xania "Xan," a gentle abbreviation spoken with quiet fondness, reserved only for her beloved twin. Since Xania’s death, however, Xenia whispers these names only in private moments of agony, as if speaking them aloud might somehow conjure her sister back into existence. She holds onto "Xan" as a sacred memory, murmuring it in the darkest hours, a painful reminder of the bond that once sustained her.
Relationship Reasoning
To Xania, Xenia was always the grounding force, a quiet presence whose strength gave her the courage to smile despite the court’s harsh reality. She admired Xenia’s unwavering resolve, finding inspiration in her sister’s dedication and seriousness. For Xenia, Xania represented the humanity and warmth she herself struggled to express. She relied on Xania’s kindness as a lifeline amid the brutal demands of their lives as Fingers of Raven. After losing Xania, Xenia’s entire purpose became twisted into a quest to keep her sister’s spirit alive, clinging desperately to memories and rituals that increasingly blurred the line between her identity and the sister she lost. Her fierce loyalty turned into bitter, consuming grief, driving every decision with the sole aim of preserving what little remained of their bond.
Commonalities & Shared Interests
Both sisters shared an extraordinary skill as Fingers of Raven, each excelling in different aspects of their lethal art. Xania favored quick, agile tactics and intuitive thinking, complementing Xenia’s precise, methodical approach. They trained together obsessively, perfecting coordinated maneuvers that made them unstoppable as a pair. Away from their deadly duties, they enjoyed quieter moments—studying ancient texts, practicing subtle magic, or simply sharing whispered confidences beneath moonlit windows. These shared interests strengthened their connection, creating a foundation of mutual respect and admiration that made their bond unshakable. Even now, Xenia clings to these shared passions as a sacred reminder of their unity, guarding their memories fiercely against the emptiness left behind by Xania’s death.
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