Kelyn Machuri

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"Ignore the bee stings while you annihilate the hive."
-Duchess Ariella Machuri
Biography

The young heiress to House Machuri, Fruma, gave birth to twins after a quick, intense labor in the morning of April 13, 622. The first one out was a girl, with her brother not far behind. They were named Kelyn and Tobiah. Although Benjamin, who had seen four winters at the time, was the firstborn, Kelyn was the only female of the siblings, making her the heir-apparent to the Duchy.

Being raised in the ruling family of a farming and fishing land, along with having no sisters, Kelyn learned to use both her words and body to defend herself. Part of the reason was her hero-worship of Benjamin. He teased, annoyed, and goaded her into training to be a great warrior, regardless of which weapon (or lack thereof) was available. As an adolescent, she realized he had done all of that out of love for his sister and House. He wanted her to be the best Duchess possible.

Another reason she pushed herself to her physical limit was due to it being the antithesis of the scheming, brothel-owning, filthy House Zorich to engage in open and honest combat rather than use underhanded feminine wiles. Still, practicality swayed her to observe and learn the subtlety and strategy necessary to recognize plots and schemes that may threaten her House or the royal family.

Having recognized this fierce drive in her daughter by the time Kelyn had experienced five summers, Fruma gave the girl a middle name: Ariella, for she was truly a lioness who guarded her people and religion. Kelyn never liked her name, as it was not traditional and sounded foreign to her ears. Therefore, she started going by her middle name as soon as it was bestowed upon her. Aside from her parents, grandparents, and other elders who required high levels of respect, nobody was allowed to call her by her first name. Those who pushed her on that rule often found themselves battered and bruised on the ground of the sparring yards. By the time she inherited the Duchy, anyone with half a mind knew not to refer to her with that name, even when speaking to others. It seemed she had ears everywhere, or perhaps simply very loyal servants.

There was another notable aspect to Ariella's combat: she sang during battle. The more concentration she required, the louder and more passionate the singing. In truth, this was something she did whenever she needed to focus, especially when there were distractions about. However, the heat of battle was when her concentration had to be highest and she had the greatest chance of losing focus due to distractions. There were not always words to accompany the incredible sounds leaving her throat -- at times, the sounds of fighting combined with her fantastic voice were enough to mesmorize a crowd... sometimes even her opponent, which gave her an edge to winning. The people of her land have given her various nicknames as a result, such as "Battle Bard," "Killer Canary," "Warrior Siren," and others along those lines.

Ariella had already made a name for herself in both social and combat circles by the time she reached the age of majority. Her betrothal had already been arranged with Cain Landos two years prior, allowing their marriage to occur shortly after he, several months younger than she, became an adult. Although there was no love between them, they found they were surprisingly compatible in bed and worked to build a friendship outside the bedroom. Their first child was born about a turn after their wedding, followed by four more over the years. He died suddenly when their youngest had seen but five summers.

Already a Duchess who had birthed an heir and several spares, she did not so much as entertain the notion of remarrying. Her emotional fortitude, sense of justice, widsom, and physical ability earned the respect of many of her people and peers. While she may have seemed reserved and aloof, there was no doubt she was a skilled administrator and carefully considered the welfare of her people before making decisions. People often said she was much like the first Duchess of the Pearl, although they knew little of the legendary woman. Still it was a point of pride, a feeling prevalent among the Machuris, who have never forgotten they once were kings and queens before the unification of the Chosen Nation.

Personality

She is a Duchess in her middle years who goes by her middle name, Ariella, and has done so since she was a small child. Of those who know her first name and have the privilege of addressing her by anything other than formal title, they know not to use it. Those who break that personal rule of hers are likely to find themselves in a poor position politically, bloodied and battered on the sparring ground by the Duchess' own hand, or both.

She is known to be an excellent administrator. Although she is often distant to the point of being aloof, she is fair and has a reputation for putting her people first. She considers all presented sides of an issue before rendering a decision. However, being a woman of strong resolve, that decision is absolute and nigh impossible to change. It is this same grit and determination that has allowed her to be rather good in combat, with or without a weapon.

RP Hooks
  • Battle Bard: Her most noticeable quirk is that she sings when she is in combat. The more focus is required, the louder she sings. Her voice is incredible, which can be either distracting or encouraging for her opponent. This has earned her many nicknames, even outside her own isle, the most popular of which is "Battle Bard."
  • Politics: As a Duchess and sister-in-law to the Queen, she has a heavy hand in politics and strong ties to the Crown. You may wish to arrange trade or marriage contracts between your House and hers. You may try to curry favor with or manipulate her to get what you want. However, the latter must be done subtly. If she suspects this to be the case, the you may instead become a target.
  • Combat: In order to maintain her combat prowess, she must train regularly. You may spar with her, help train her, or request she teach you.
Gallery

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Contacts
HOUSE MACHURI

Ruling House of the Isle of the Giant Pearl.


Moshe Machuri2.jpg Moshe Machuri: Her bastard cousin who was a ward of House Zorich, the rival of House Machuri. What is worse, he now works as the personal guard of the Duchess of the Isle of the Gloomy Jungles.

HOUSE ONIMUS

Ruling House of the Kingdom of the Isles; direct ruling House of the Isle of the Crown.


Abegayle.jpg Queen Abegayle Onimus: Sister-in-law.

Nathan Onimus.jpg Prince Nathan Onimus: Nephew.

Mandalyn.jpg Princess Madalyn Onimus: Niece; heir to the throne.

HOUSE ZORICH

Ruling House of the Isle of the Gloomy Jungles. Rival of House Machuri.


Lisabette7.jpg Duchess Lisabette Zorich:

HOUSE KIARI

Ruling House of the Isle of the Sleeping Volcano.


Debrah.jpg Duchess Debrah Kiari:

HOUSE GRUNHAID

Vassal of House Zorich.


  • Duke Barth Machuri: Father. Deceased.
HOUSE LANDOS

Vassal of House Zorich.


  • Cain Machuri: Husband. Deceased.
COMMONERS
Kelyn Ariella Machuri
Ariella Machuri Headshot.jpg
Fullname: Kelyn Ariella Machuri
Birthday: 13st of April, 622
Kingdom: Kingdom of the Isles
House: House Machuri
Title/Profession Your Grace
Position The Duchess of the Isle of the Giant Pearl
Place of birth Macha
Father Duke Barth Machuri (Grunhaid) (d)
Mother Duchess Fruma Machuri (d)
Siblings Benjamin Machuri (d)
Tobiah Machuri (d)
Spouse Cain Machuri (Landos) (d)
Children Rachele Machuri
Eleora Machuri
Denna Machuri
Noam Machuri
Orin Machuri
Logs
Logs referring to Kelyn Machuri