Zela the Charm Weaver
I know I don't have the most interesting OC, mainly due to my lack of confidence in drawing skills and the fact that I don't post about her much at all to begin with, but regardless if this gets any notes or not I want to share some things about my girl 💙💙
- Zela is a half-Stonewood Sifan (though I'm sure most people know that by now from my user lol)
- Her mother Lana is a Stonewood who officially joined the Sifa after marrying Zela's Sifan father Shal’un
- She is 20 trine old when the Resistance begins
- She has two younger siblings, her brother Mar (13) and sister Tida (Ty-da) (10)
- Despite the hectic lifestyle of the Sifa, Zela's family prefers a more relaxed, domestic living. They own a ship, of course, which they live in but it is more often tied-off in Cera-Na than out at sea
- This mainly has to do with a horrific accident when Shal’un was involved in a shipwreck while on a voyage with friends during his younger trine. He was the only survivor, and hasn't been too far out on the Silver Sea since
- He still provides for his family and clan as a fisherman
- Zela found a keen interest in Sifan charms early on in life; she loves jewelry, especially the kind that holds special meaning to Gelfling
- She enjoys crafting intricate Sifan charms, even making personalized ones for her friends, family and occasionally any Sifans when her work catches their eyes, as long as they're willing to pay (the Sifa do nothing for free, after all)
- Zela usually tries to avoid much social interaction with most Sifa, especially strangers, because here's the thing: she's a selective mute
- This sort of trait is rare among the Sifa (and Gelfling in general), making Zela the target of more teasing than feels acceptable.
- There's no major reason for her being mute, she's just more reserved and prefers not to speak
- She basically gets a lot of crap for not being a "true Sifa" because of her meekness and the fact that her family doesn't participate in the super adventurous ways of the Sifa. Not to mention she doesn't have soothsaying or Far-Dreaming abilities of any kind, so she has been more often than not referred to as a "dud"
- Despite this, she lets her mother "bless" her charms (even though Lana obviously has no sense of Far-Dreaming, soothsaying or any form of Sifan magic either), because it makes her feel a little better
- Though Zela is proud of her heritage on both sides, she often questions her identity and how she fits into either clan beyond her general appearance
- She is reminded why when exploring the beaches and cliff sides of the Coast near Ha'rar and Cera-Na, when she looks out to the sea and feels the welcoming ocean winds. She feels that she's home.
- She still struggles from time to time, of course, regarding her muteness; although she could speak if she wanted to, she doesn't, and it makes her feel less worthy of having friends
- However, she does find comfort in the small friend group she has, the closest being Azra and Fleur (who belong to @thanatasia <3 )
- Zela has a drastically different personality from either of them, but they are super accepting of her choice to be silent and love her for who she is
- She's super close with Azra because both of them know what it's like to be deemed the "odd ones out" in their clan. They usually spend their time crafting mysterious charms and potions together. This becomes especially fun (if a bit terrifying at times) whenever Shiyoon (who belongs to @myfanartblogplusshippingtrash <3 ) comes around. Nothing but pure chaos ensues but Zela always finds herself getting involved every single time.
- Let’s just say the only sound heard from her in years was a scream.
- She became friends with Fleur during a visit to Stone-in-the-Wood while visiting family. Fleur came to her defense when a particularly rude Stonewood chided her for not speaking and made remark about her belonging to the Dousan more so than the Sifa or Stonewood, telling her to go back to the “Desert of Death”. Fleur just happened to be sitting nearby when this happened and you can guess what happened from there
- In spite of her flaws and shyness, Zela is one of the kindest, loving Gelfling you will ever meet. She may not be able to say it, but she cares deeply for those closest to her. <3
I hope one day I can finally be satisfied with my drawing style and post my own portraits of her. Until then, you can admire the drawings and sketches done by @myfanartblogplusshippingtrash (latest one in my icon) and @thanatasia !
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Fleur!- [1, 3, 4, 7, 11, 12, 13, 14, 16, 20, 29, 32, 37, 48, 58, 59, 61, 63, 65, 66, 70, 72, 74, 81, 84, 85, 93, 95, 98]
Azra!- [2, 7, 14, 15, 17, 18, 20, 47, 65, 66, 67, 69, 70, 84, 94, 95, 99]
Kiel!- [7, 14, 47, 65, 66, 67, 68, 70, 84, 94, 95, 99]
Sorry not sorry!
Behold! The master list of questions lol. I’m sorry this took so long to answer! I kept rewriting it a lot lol
Thank you @jack-toons these were very insightful questions about them and I had so much fun answering them all!
I meant to share the names of Cha’l and Fleur’s special someone’s in a shipping post but I can’t help it lol
For everyone who doesn’t know Cha’l’s girlfriend is named Shiyoon and Fleur’s boyfriend is named Razer. Both belong to @jack-toons / @myfanartblogplusshippingtrash and you can see what they look like!
1. What do they smell like?
Cha’l smells like fresh pines and sometimes like a bakery lol
Fleur smells like freesia flowers!
2. What is their voice like?
Azra’s speaks with an Irish accent and her tone and mannerisms are similar to Konata Izumi from “Lucky Star”
3. What is their biggest motivator?
Fleur’s biggest motivator is her desire to see things she has never seen before so she can tell exciting stories to her friends and family.
4. What is their most embarrassing memory?
Fleur’s most embarrassing memory was when Cha’l caught her learning to read and write. She spent a lot of her child and early teenling years avoiding it and when Cha’l snuck up behind her practicing, she threw a pillow at him on embarrassed reflexes.
5. How do they deal/react to pain?
Cha’l reacts to physical pain in two ways; for a injury received in battle no matter how deep, he would brush it off. For anything dislocated or broken he would scream.
Cha’l reacts to emotional pain by sulking for a while, not eating and staying quiet. If it was something truly horrible, he would hold it in his mind for a while until he is able to truly get over it.
9. Describe the way they sleep?
When Cha’l is sleeping alone he tends to sleep like a log and on his side a lot. He also sleeps shirtless. When he’s sleeping with his girlfriend Shiyoon, he likes to cuddle in his sleep.
11. What do they feel the most insecure about?
Cha’l: his singing ability, he’s the only one with a meh voice. What others think of him. If he’s being to paranoid.
Fleur: when she was a childling she was insecure about her skin since it drew so much attention to her (she’s outgrown it though) Failure. Asking for large quantities of food
12. How do they like to dress?
Fleur likes to dress up a lot in pants and shorts. If she can run in it she will wear it. She wears dresses and skirts on days where she wants to relax and on special occasions like going on special dates and visiting family. Most of her voice tops are form fitting with a modest v-neck.
13. How do they react to feelings of guilt?
When Fleur feels guilty about making someone close to her sad/upset she becomes slightly anxious and overthinks if she should have done something differently. If they’re nearby she would quietly sit beside them and apologize in a very gentle tone. If she had wronged someone, she might feel too ashamed to look at them for a while.
14. How do they react/deal with betrayal?
Cha’l gets angry and will raise his voice, not screaming just projecting his voice, and ask them why they thought it was better to betray him.
Fleur get very angry and will slap the Gelfling who betrayed her trust, then walk away before she really hurts someone. The last time she had been betrayed she gave the Gelf responsible a piece of her mind. She may not be a sailor, but she sure does have a sailor’s mouth when she’s angry.
Azra will start plotting her next curse. NO ONE BETRAYS HER and gets away with it.
Kiel will smile in their face as his mind starts to think of how he can exact his revenge. He’ll make whoever betrayed him feel like they’re off the hook before he counterattacks.
15. What is their greatest achievement?
Cha’l’s greatest achievement is surprising his girlfriend with the biggest most well planned out surprise. He’s really proud for having kept the secret for so long and not looking for advice from anyone who would spill the beans!
Azra’s greatest achievement was when she successfully cursed a Gelfling with uncontrollable vomiting for 3 days because they disrespected her Grandparents
16. What are they like when they’ve had too little sleep?
Cha’l is a zombie as he aimlessly does his tasks and reacting very slowly to jokes.
Fleur gets grouchy and light headed. Feed her if you want to live!
17. What are they like when they get drunk?
Azra rarely drinks but when she does she becomes a “philosophical” drunk lol
18. What kind of music do they enjoy?
Azra enjoys listening to the sounds of terrified screams of terror because of her doing. Her actual favorite music is anything with a flute with crashing waves in the background.
20. Fears?
Cha’l fears losing those he loves without saying goodbye. He’s also afraid of Rakkida and tales of the Hunter. He also has a thing about black beady eyes, they creep him out. The beady black eyes of the Moog and Swoothu look into his soul and he can’t get past it fully.
Fleur’s biggest fear is dying alone; dying on a solo adventure or bounty. She’s also terrified of water that goes above her waist; something grabbed at her in the Black River and it scared her of deep water ever since.
Azra’s biggest fear is crowded places. It’s one of the reasons she prefers to not travel on big Sifan ships. She begins to hyperventilate because if something terrible were to happen and a stampede occurred, she would easily get crushed to death. She’s also afraid of Pluff’M, her grandmother had one when she was little and it nipped her finger; Pluff’M don’t have sharp teeth but getting bit by it really turned her off from them. Only one Gelfling knows that fear and it’s her best friend, Shiyoon.
29. Are they a morning person?
Fleur is definitely a morning person! Most of her bounty hunts require her to wake up early, especially when she’s sleeping in the wild. The only time she isn’t a morning person is if she’s partied it up too much and has a hangover lol.
32. Pet peeves?
Cha’l- loud chewing, not getting a word in during a conversation, and open mouth chewing
Fleur- Not saying thank you, burping, getting cut off in telling a story and needing to repeat herself more than twice.
37. When was the last time they cried?
Cha’l’s last cry was when he was watching the fireworks with Shiyoon. (I headcanon fireworks or some form of fireworks exist in Thra lol)
Fleur’s last cry was when she came back from a mission to find a missing Gelfling. Sadly, on the way back they were surrounded by a pack of Rakkida and Fleur wasn’t able to protect them. It was something she beat herself up about, especially when she had tell the news to the family.
38. Were they with anyone when they cried?
Cha’l was with Shiyoon and he was telling her that he loves her for the first time. The moment was beautiful and he couldn’t contain his tears.
Fleur was with Viara and Razer when she opened up about it. It was one of the few times she allowed anyone to see her ugly cry.
47. Are they romantically interested in someone?
Azra will be adamant on her heart being too black for romance...for now
Kiel is not romantically interested in anyone at the moment but I picture someone catching his eye soon.
48. Are they dating/married to anyone?
YES! Cha’l is dating his soulmate, Shiyoon. They are OTP!
YES! Fleur is also dating her Sifa sailor, Razer. They are also OTP!
I LOVE BOTH OF THESE SHIPS! They are adorable and the way they interact with each other is just too cute!!! They will be posted on my page and it will be glorious!
61. When bored what do they do?
Cha’l- dancing, plotting his next prank/surprise, swimming, playing card games with his girlfriend, and making wood carvings.
Fleur- climbing trees, singing, if she’s with her boyfriend she enjoys teasing him, dancing, drinking and doing her and anyone she’s close to hair.
63. Do they have an accent?
Both Cha’l and Fleur have an English accent with a very faint Italian or Spanish accent. There are certain words they’ll say that makes that Italian or Spanish accent stronger because they’ve heard their father, Bhihaar, pronounce it that way.
65. If they knew they were going to die what would they do/say? (aka how sad can I make this?)
Cha’l- If it was life and death and the only way to secure the safety of others was to sacrifice himself, he would. This would be an emotional scene and right before he charges to face death (with his girlfriend of course) his final words to his companions would be something like; “See you around.” As he and Shiyoon take their lasts breathes, his final words would be of how happy and loved, Shiyoon made him feel. If it was more of a slow natural death, Cha’l would go to his favorite spot with everyone he is close to and reminisce. Afterwards he would spend alone time with Shiyoon.
Fleur- If it was a fatal wound she was dealt she would want to have her final moments to be with her loved ones underneath a tree full of flowers and give an emotional speech to everyone present. If her boyfriend, Razer, is there she would give him a final tender kiss and say how much she loves him as apologize for all the things they couldn’t do, she’d definitely call him by one of the nicknames she gave him. Before her body goes limp, Fleur would give Razer one of her hair accessories and say he can return it when Thra reunites them. If it was a slow death by infection, she would try to do everything she had wanted to do and can still do. She’d be even more affectionate than she already is because knowing she’ll be passing soon would make the hugs and kisses all the more bittersweet.
Azra- If it was an untimely death during the Garthim Wars, Azra would make a snarky comment about the Garthim and the Skeksis, probably trying to recite a curse on them as well. She’d be sure to say her piece with her friends, especially her best friend, Shiyoon. Although she knows she’s dying, she would have a smile on her face because she knows she’s be reunited with her parents. If it was an ongoing internal issue, she would spend the day prior spending time with those she loves, she wouldn’t tell anyone about her death because she doesn’t want their last memory of her to be her still face. She would send a Swoothu to send them a message about her passing.
Kiel- If it was a death in the result of the Garthim War, Kiel would probably try playing the hero to help protect everyone, as a way of presenting himself as not just the silly prankster but as someone who stood up for what was right. He would be the most serious he’s ever been, talking about a lot of sentimental things about those around him. Right before he takes his last breath, he tells one last joke, his best joke. If it was a death caused by an ongoing health problem, Kiel would admit to all the wrong doings he’d done in the past to all of his crewmates and close friends. He would try to keep his energetic nature up and perhaps do one last prank on his rival.
66. How do they feel about sex?
Cha’l enjoys sex and only engages in it with his serious relationships. Promiscuous sex want never his cup of tea but he doesn’t go around condemning anyone who does have promiscuous sex. He views sex as a sacred activity that strengthens the physical and spiritual bond because he loves the deep connection. He and his girlfriend, Shiyoon want to have childlings one day (not too soon though) and he’s excited for trial and error.
Fleur shares a similar view as Cha’l. To many Gelfling she seems like someone who’s had lots of sex but, she has been saving herself for Mr. Right or someone she wouldn’t mind saying; “I’m glad my first was with him”, whichever came first at the time. She frequents a lot of Taverns and many guys she meets just want a fun night. When she does start having sex, she really enjoys it for the pleasure, the closeness and vulnerability she and her boyfriend, Razer share.
Azra has had sex but she doesn’t go around looking to bed someone. She doesn’t see the big deal about it but only takes part in it if her partner is a sexual Gelfling and they’ve been going steady for a while.
Kiel enjoys having sex and in the beginning it was a way for him to feel grown up, as many Gelfling in his teenling years saw him as too childlike; mostly because of his actions. When he became an adult his view and reasoning changed, it’s an activity he indulges in from time to time. When he finds a partner he enjoys everything about it.
67. What is their sexuality?
Azra is panromantic asexual.
Kiel is bisexual.
68. Do they become squeamish at the sight of blood?
Yes! Kiel gets terrified because as a childling he had gotten into an accident that ended up cutting his leg pretty bad. The blood spilling out along with his panicking really scared him. It didn’t help that his father made a joke about all the blood lol
69. Is there anything they find really gross?
Azra- jokingly public displays of affection or anything super sweet.
Kiel- Eyeballs!
70. Which Tv Trope(s) best describe them?
Cha’l- supreme chef, moderately masculine, big brother instinct
Fleur- action girl, tsundere, hard drinking party girl
Azra- goth girls know magic, creepy loner girl, preppy goth
Kiel- the trickster, troll, bishōnen
72. Are they allergic to anything?
Cha’l- honey and dust.
Fleur- really bad pickup lines.
Azra- pollen.
74. Are they quick to anger? What are they like when they’re angry?
Cha’l is quick to anger if someone is messing around with his loved ones. His voice is harsher and he wouldn’t be afraid to take part in a fight.
Fleur has a bit of a temper and it’s usually related to Gelfling being prejudice. She’ll be sure to have them repeat something offensive they said to her face and if she’s fired up she’ll yell or out of reflexes punch them. Aside from that she’s pretty mellow.
81. Do they try to hide their emotions? Are they good at it?
Cha’l is not good at hiding his emotions. Whatever he’s feeling can be read on his face easily. He gets teased a lot by Kiel and Shiyoon about it. He doesn’t try hiding his emotions unless he’s in public and feels like he’ll turn beet red.
Fleur- after her previous heartbreaks Fleur chose to hide and push down any romantic feelings she could get to protect her heart. She was pretty good at it but when she was alone she would cry at times. When she does start to feel warm and fuzzy, it comes off VERY tsundere (without the excessive hitting) in the beginning. If something is bothering her, Fleur will keep it to herself, she’s gotten good at hiding certain things unless someone persists her long enough.
84. What are some physical features that they find attractive on people?
Fleur- tattoos, a charming smile, striking eyes (it’s not eye color but more of a look; if they pierce through her soul the better), abs, and defined arms (they don’t need to be gigantic, just toned enough to see some muscle. It’s *chef’s kiss* perfect lol)
Azra- Dreadlocks/locs, freckles, tough hands, green eyes and scars (especially on the face)
Kiel- dark hair paired with light eyes, muscles, tall, facial hair, long silky hair, and doe eyes.
85. What personalities do they find attractive?
Cha’l- fearless, adventurous, optimistic, carefree, and imaginative
Fleur- confident, persistent, adventurous, mysterious, charming and *cough cough* bad boy/rebellious *cough cough*
93. What things anger them?
Cha’l- selfishness, disrespectful Gelfling, Gelfling who talk bad/dirty/ill of his siblings or girlfriend (he’s a very overprotective brother and if anyone talks bad about his girlfriend, Shiyoon...hold him back!)
Fleur- liars, cheats, rude/prejudice Gelfling , selfishness, (not particularly angers her but, when her loved ones doubt themselves too much)
95. What makes them sad/depressed?
Cha’l: untimely death, feeling of not being good enough, and not belonging
Fleur: heartbreak, getting into arguments, feeling like she will never leave her mark and being forgotten.
Azra: illness (she lost her parents and the thought of losing her grandparents depresses her) and winter (that’s the season she lost her parents)
Kiel: death, being seen as a burden, and being misunderstood
98. Something they regret?
Cha’l: never having a conversation with the family of his first love on why mixed-clan Gelfling were a bad thing. This is just something he wanted to get closure on but never did.
Fleur: giving her first kiss to a Castle Guard who viewed her as a side piece. The sentiment of sharing her very first kiss is gone. She regrets the whole thing because her brother warned her but she was too stubborn to listen. Although she regrets it she does see the silver lining; she became a much better kisser after it.
99. Biggest accomplishment?
Azra: being able to get two gigantic centipede-esque insects to love her like furry pets!
Kiel: being able to successfully cheat at a game of cards against his Captain. The reward he won was worth the anxiety of not getting caught.
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