Mother Raven

Background
  Bernadette Kovacs was born in Szeged, Hungary, where she grew up in a rough, impoverished community, facing a childhood marred by hardship and instability. Her early life was shaped by poverty and an absent father, leaving her mother struggling to keep them afloat. As a child, Bernadette found solace in art, channeling her pain and frustration into painting and drawing, using it as a temporary escape from her harsh reality. However, circumstances eventually landed her in the state system, moving between foster homes, where she learned to rely on her resilience and wit to navigate a difficult path.
  During her teenage years, Bernadette found herself drawn to local gangs. The sense of control and independence it offered allowed her to protect herself and her foster family from the dangers they encountered daily. Her time on the streets taught her valuable skills in deception, self-defense, and the intricate dynamics of the criminal underworld. Art remained a steady passion, and she clung to the dream of pursuing it as a career, even setting her sights on attending a prestigious art college.
  However, her life took a dark turn when she was abducted and forced into human trafficking, eventually being sold to the Fine Boyz gang in Halifax, Canada. Under the cruel control of Pete Mitchel, an abusive and ruthless pimp, Bernadette was forced into a life she never wanted, enduring three years of exploitation. Despite the bleakness, her spirit never broke, and she developed a deep-seated hatred for Mitchel, as well as empathy for others trapped in similar situations. She dreamed of escaping but feared the severe repercussions of any attempt to break free.
  Her chance came unexpectedly when the Corax, a vigilante known for his fight against Halifax’s criminal underworld, intervened to protect her from one of Pete’s brutal threats. Seizing the opportunity in the chaos, Bernadette broke free, choosing to take a stand against those who, like Mitchel, exploited and abused others. Inspired by the Corax, she became actively involved in his mission, soon founding the Crows—an informal support network dedicated to assisting the Corax in his vigilante efforts. With her experience, cunning, and streetwise knowledge, Bernadette quickly earned the respect of the Crows and took on the alias "Mother Raven."
  Her alias symbolized her dual role: a nurturing figure to younger members of the Crows and a fierce, protective force against Halifax’s criminal elements. Balancing her art studies with her vigilante activities, she lived a double life that demanded both strength and vulnerability. Over time, she became one of the Corax’s closest allies and confidants. In a pivotal moment of retribution, she confronted Pete Mitchel, using her iconic enhanced baseball bat to leave him hospitalized and permanently removed from the underworld.
  As Mother Raven, Bernadette distinguished herself through her exceptional skills in combat, espionage, and reconnaissance. She had no superpowers, but her strategic mind and streetwise instincts made her a critical asset, often infiltrating high-risk situations to gather intelligence and provide the Corax with vital information. Her fierce dedication and willingness to face danger head-on earned her the respect of her allies and fear among her enemies.
  Mother Raven has become a symbol of defiance against Halifax’s powerful and corrupt, determined to protect those who can’t protect themselves. Through her work with the Crows, she found purpose, loyalty, and a chance to be both an artist and a warrior in the city she now calls home.
  Personality: Mother Raven is fiercely independent, clever, and resourceful. She is naturally wary of people due to her troubled past but loyal to those she cares about. Bernadette is protective of the vulnerable and willing to do whatever it takes to stand against those who abuse their power, even if it means bending the rules. She has a sharp wit and a dark sense of humor, often leaning into sarcasm to deal with stress or keep her emotions in check. Despite her hardened exterior, she is warm and affectionate to those she trusts—particularly to James, who has helped her soften her defenses and open up to the possibility of love and belonging. Bernadette is both pragmatic and driven by a desire for justice, making her an invaluable partner to the Corax and a key member of Halifax's underground resistance against crime.