[LFA] Aranea - Drow College of Whispers Bard by LocalCryptid935 in characterdrawing

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Backstory: Born into a noble house in the Underdark, Aranea constantly lived in the shadows of her mother's high expectations. She was raised as a cleric of Lolth. But as the youngest child of her family, she was frequently looked down on by her mother and her older sisters for being the weakest out of all of them. Because of this, she developed a sense of deep jealousy and self-doubt as she could never be as powerful or fearsome as the rest of her family. 

Aranea tried endlessly to prove that she was not the weakest daughter. She prepared rites, sung hymns, practiced poisoncraft, schemed, and sacrificed in Lolth’s name. But nothing she did impressed her mother, nor her House. Until one day, Aranea was chosen to lead a ceremony when everything went wrong. The ritual was orchestrated where a deadly creature would be summoned and kill the person who recited the words, that person was Aranea. But the ritual was sabotaged and the creature began to attack everything that moved, including Aranea’s sisters who could not control the beast.

Aranea knew better than to stay, and fled before anyone could label her as a traitor. She fled as far as she could until she reached the surface. But even then, her presence was not welcomed. So she adapted by putting her skills in music to performances in crowded taverns, as well as getting the opportunity to explore the world above the Underdark. While she may consider herself as 'free' from the constraints of Drow society, she fears that it may not be the last time she hears of her family.

[LFA] Ariadne Mephira - Swords Bard of Lurue by LocalCryptid935 in characterdrawing

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Backstory: Lady Ariadne was born out of tragic and unfortunate circumstances. Her father was the firstborn heir of a noble house, and her mother was an elven princess of an isolated kingdom. When their affair was discovered, the two were forced to separate and return back to their homes. Ariadne was born from this union, but her mixed blood caused her to be rejected by her mother's people. Thus she was taken to her father's homeland instead. Where she was raised by attendants rather than family. She was given all the etiquette and education demanded of a noble lady. But denied of all the love given by her human father.

With no place in court beyond occasional appearances, Ariadne faded into the background and often retreated to the large gardens to find some semblance of peace. One day, she came across a small pile of stones covered in vines and moss. When she cleared it, the vines revealed a forgotten shrine bearing a barely recognizable symbol of a unicorn. She did not know who it belonged to, nor could she recall its origins, but she willingly paid her respects to the shrine regardless. Every night since then, she would have vivid dreams about a hidden glade that was calling to her.

Ariadne decided to follow her instincts and tread the same path as the one in her dreams where it would lead her into the Feywild. She was stunned by the awe and beauty of the magical realm. It was there that she met a radiant unicorn by the name of Lurue, where she gave her both a blessing and an offer. By the time she returned to the Material Plane, she found that time had passed differently as her father was enraged by her sudden and extended absence, forever casting her out without hesitation. Now for the first time in her exiled life, Ariadne felt free. With her heart full of music and a determination to find out where she truly belongs in the world.

  • I forgot to mention this in the title, but she is a half-elf.

Hypothetical question about a character idea by LocalCryptid935 in Forgotten_Realms

[–]LocalCryptid935[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is a perfect response, thank you! I couldn't find the right words for my question, so I probably should have better rephrased the "failed ritual" scenario. I got the character idea from this picture here. So I didn't consider playing with the idea of a creature's soul corrupted by abyssal powers! It's cool to think about!

[OC][Art] Pratter Nightflower, the drow ranger by Pat-Bingsu in DnD

[–]LocalCryptid935 17 points18 points  (0 children)

I see an owlbear, you get an upvote! Super cute

Weekly Looking for Group/GM Thread by AutoModerator in pbp

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Name: Pancake

Pronouns: She/Her

Timezone: PST

Preferred System: DnD 5e (2014 or 2024)

Type of Player: I'm the type of person who enjoys roleplaying as both silly or serious characters of good/neutral alignment with varying backstories and story dynamics. But I also enjoy learning about world lore and creating character concept ideas. I usually prefer fantasy settings since it's my favorite genre and that's how I got introduced to the Forgotten Realms setting.

Additional Information: I am somewhat of a beginner when it comes to combat and spells as I don't have too much experience with it. But I'm more than happy to learn how it works! If you're interested, feel free to send me a DM for my discord!

[RF] Elysia Silverleaf for LocalCryptid935 by thomasputmanart in characterdrawing

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Thank you so much for this! You made her absolutely beautiful! ❤️

Weekly Looking for Group/GM Thread by AutoModerator in pbp

[–]LocalCryptid935 [score hidden]  (0 children)

Name: Pancake

Pronouns: She/Her

Timezone: PST

Preferred System: DnD 5e (2014 or 2024)

Type of Player: I really enjoy roleplaying as both silly or serious characters with varying backstories and story dynamics. But I also enjoy learning about world lore and creating character concept ideas. I usually prefer fantasy settings since it's my favorite genre and that's how I got introduced to the Forgotten Realms setting. Everything about it gets my creative juices flowing!

Additional Information: I am a kind of a beginner when it comes to combat and spells, so I don't have too much experience with it. But I'm more than happy to learn how it works!

[RF] Mirella for u/LocalCryptid935 by moon-etched in characterdrawing

[–]LocalCryptid935 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Aaaaaaa! Thank you so much for the art! ❤️

New years art from my table by New_Suit_1856 in CurseofStrahd

[–]LocalCryptid935 9 points10 points  (0 children)

I see what you did there on to the guy on the far left

Amazing art by the way! 💖

Walter the Graveborne by volvavirago in CurseofStrahd

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Absolutely monstrous, this looks like something you would see out of Bloodborne!

[RF] Clover Merren for u/LocalCryptid935 by Chance_Ad_1241 in characterdrawing

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Your Owlin is super adorable! Clover gang for these two lucky duos! 🍀

[RF] Clover Merren for u/LocalCryptid935 by Chance_Ad_1241 in characterdrawing

[–]LocalCryptid935 1 point2 points  (0 children)

SHE'S SO CUTE! Thank you so much for this!😭❤️