Heistverse Main Cast (Read: Fool's Gold, Leading Ladies) · 12:03am Feb 4th, 2013
First off, in regards to that last blog. You each deserve a personal, individual response. And you'll get one when I feel less ridiculous about this whole mess. Sorry again.
Now, to business. I'm itching to just spill everything about the Heistverse that Merc, JJ, and I have developed. Now, some will be revealed in the upcoming Heist 2, Diamond in the Rough. And between the three of us, expect another half dozen or so side stories (some collaborative, some individual). But as with any good universe, the majority of the details are unnecessary for the narrative we're telling. I don't want to spoil anything for the story, but there are some things I can give you. Consider these more general teasers to hold you off (we're at around 35K words, feel free to yell at me for not going fast enough, because JJ and Merc are great, and I'm just bloody lame).
So if you've always wanted a clearer visual for our cast, well, you're in luck. Here shall follow our major dramatis personae--at least on the protagonist side (note, some details might be changed at Merc or JJ's whims/my bad memory, heh).
Introducing our six heroines and everyone's favorite young man:
Jack Apple
Age: 27
Height: 6' 2"
Weight: ~185 lbs
Hair; eye colour: Dishwater blonde, worn long to the small of her back; Green
Description: Jack Apple is the middle child of the Apple family, who have resided on their farm and orchard, Sweet Apple Acres, just outside of Mansfield for generations. Few family plots are as successful or as historic as theirs. Known throughout the nation for their apples and apple products, the crown granted them an honorary noble title; their house crest is three apples over a pale green field. Having only her older brother, Macintosh, and, to a lesser extent, her younger sister Alice to help with the daily requirements of the farm, Jack's physique is excellent, with clear signs of Somini in her background--further proven by her deeply tanned complexion, even considering that earned by much time spent outside. Muscular and taut, she lacks much of a feminine hourglass figure. Though, as her friend and partner Dash claims, "She's fat where it counts," she possesses a healthy DD cup bust. She prefers simple and modest clothing: jeans, boots, and long-sleeved, button up shirts, crowned with her signature stetson. Since her Granny's passing, she has been the 'face' of the farm, considering her ties and past service to the crown. Despite not caring much for politics, Jack is not afraid to speak her mind--or yell it, if necessary. It was this bombastic honesty that led to a large portion of her family farm being destroyed by fire, a trespass she couldn't let go without rebuke. Together with her friends, she formed a group with the intent to set the world aright again. Or at least keep her Home and family safe from it.
Isabelle "Dash"
Age: 25
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: ~130 lbs
Hair; eye colour: Rainbow striped, kept short and often in a ponytail; Rose
Description: Isabelle or, as she prefers to be called, Dash, is an orphan living with the Apple family. Raised in a state-ran orphanage, Dash has always been a rough and tumble sort, causing and getting into trouble on a near-constant basis. Despite her independent attitude and rough tongue, she is a dependable and loyal friend with a good heart. She keeps herself in incredibly fit condition; her body is lean, with nearly no fat (leading to her A cup bust, to her occasional chagrin). Her clothing matches her personality--simple and relaxed, bordering on lazy. She prefers anything she can move quickly in, but generally she can be found in a matching baby blue track jersey and pants, a white wife-beater underneath, and high-end, Bolt brand running shoes. Owing her childhood to the charity of the Torani governmental orphanage where she grew up, Dash possesses a strong sense of loyalty and duty where her country is concerned. While not the military sort, she has stepped up in defense of her liege with her much-loved partner Jack Apple and the others. Occasionally she finds herself caught between her responsibilities for her loved ones or her beloved homeland of Torani, but ultimately Dash always seems to make the right choice for the right times.
Twila Shields
Age: 26
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: ~155 lbs
Hair; eye colour: Dark purple with a paler purple-pink stripe, worn long to her waist, with shoulder length bangs and occasionally kept in a ponytail; Violet
Description: Twila is the younger sibling in the often called "Commoner house" of nobility, the ancient and prestigious Shields family. Their house crest is a solid white shield with a dark purple, light purple, and blue star-burst over a pale blue field. Despite her family's importance to the crown, they have always held little political sway in the court, nor have they garnered much wealth--all by choice. They often serve as scribes, advisers, historians, and ambassadors, and have close ties to the royal Orlaith family. Twila herself is the personal protege of Queen Celestia Orlaith and previously functioned as court Scribe and Librarian. Her older brother, Llewellyn, is a Captain in the Royal Guard, which is another often held position by Shields family members. Twila is slightly overweight for her height, giving her some healthy but slightly pudgy curve, including a medium C cup bust. She prefers clothes that are relatively simple and comfortable, preferring sweaters in the winter and button-up men's shirts during the warmer seasons over top ankle-length skirts. Though she occasionally uses contacts, she much prefers her glasses. As befitting a young woman of her position, she is incredibly intelligent, with interests in a wide variety of subjects. However, her studious nature means she often has little working experience on many topics. Before being assigned to Mansfield by the Queen, she had little contact with anyone save Celestia, her brother, and her charge, Spike. With her taking over the Mansfield library, however, she has made fast and strong friendships. Perhaps her largest weakness is a lack of self-confidence during uncertain situations, often relying on the strength of others to see her through when her own knowledge fails her.
Rarity Belle
Age: 27
Height: 5' 9"
Weight: ~160 lbs
Hair; eye colour: Moderate purple, generally kept somewhat short, to her shoulders, but heavily styled up; Dark blue
Description: Rarity Belle is the eldest child of the Belle family, an "honorary noble" family; their house crest is three cut sapphires on a pale grey field. Historically, the Belle family serves the crown as armor smiths, but later generations have produced exceptional tailors who've often led the pack on Torani fashion styles, providing the royal family with exquisite suits and dresses. Rarity is no exception. Wearing nothing but her own custom styles (which change near constantly), she is a sensually curvaceous woman, with long legs and a small B cup bust. She has one younger sister named Stephanie, though often called "Sweetie" by Rarity. Incredibly independent and modestly successful in her career, she often takes care of her sister to free her parents' work-related travel habits. Though she can occasionally seem shallow and uninterested, she has a generous streak most often seen in her side efforts of donating clothes to the needy. She considers herself more sophisticated and mature than her friends, but finds their more carefree lives to be adorable. Often butts heads with Jack, who she sees as a bit needlessly uncouth and old fashioned. Regardless, her friends are dear to her and she shows it in her own way, being more than generous with her time and advice.
Chylene Hutchinson
Age: 26
Height: 5' 7"
Weight: ~145 lbs
Hair; eye colour: Pale pink, kept very long to below her waist, with unequal bangs; Blue green
Description: Chylene is an orphan who resides near the quickly growing town of Mansfield. She grew up at the same orphanage as Dash, and the two are childhood friends. Unlike Dash, however, Chylene was adopted and raised by an actual family. She is quiet, occasionally skittish, and rather introverted. Despite this, she is very connected to the world surrounding her. Her naturally kind heart treasures her friends dearly and has led her into the profession of veterinary medicine. Though she keeps herself as unassuming as she can--preferring conservative long dresses of muted colour--she is often regarded as physically stunning. With a C cup chest and rather rounded hips, she strikes an attractive hourglass figure (though, again, she often hides this with baggy, loose clothing). Despite herself, she enjoys jewelry and wears several simple metallic bracelets and rings; her most treasured possession is an old necklace, a pink butterfly pendant on a long chain given to her by Dash when they were young. Though she usually seems out of place with the other girls during some of their escapades, she worries about them and looks to keep everyone safe as best she can. Unfairly she could be called a 'scaredy cat', but anyone who truly knows her understands that, in the light of kindness, she has a very large and brave heart.
Diane "Pinkie" Pie
Age: 24
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: ~160 lbs
Hair; eye colour: Pink, kept long though it fluffs up and messes about somewhat randomly; Blue
Description: Despite her simple beginnings--her family are traditionally miners, but never branch out beyond simple blue collar work--Diane "Pinkie" Pie is anything but simple. Though occasionally she suffers from short bouts of depression, for the most part Pinkie is a dynamo of positive energy. Constantly smiling and laughing and playing around, Pinkie cares for little else than spreading the everlasting laughter that has come to represent her life. She left her gloomy industrial town and made her way to Mansfield, where she became a baker at the Sweet Tooth Lane bakery and sweetshop. Beyond her impressive pastry making and baking talents, Pinkie has a (sometimes infamous) knack for throwing incredible and elaborate parties. Though on the surface Pinkie seems childish or of a simple nature, truthfully she often sees things many of the others don't. Her carefree and innocent love of life should not be confused as naivete or foolishness. Pinkie wants nothing more than the best for her friends and to see the whole world smiling and joined together in laughter.
Spike
Age: 17
Height: 5' 3"
Weight: ~160 lbs
Hair; eye colour: Green, kept short and spiked up; Light Green
Description: Spike is a young man entrusted by Queen Celestia to the care of Twila Shields (at the time simply a teenager)--for several years she has been responsible for his education and care. In return, he serves as her assistant faithfully. Unbeknownst to both Spike and Twila, Spike is an envoy of the largest political power in the Southern hemisphere. He was sent as little more than a baby to grow up in Torani, to experience their culture and provide firsthand proof on whether or not Torani was deserving of an alliance. As a result, Spike views Twila in more or less a motherly role, and he as something of a son to her, beyond just their deep friendship. In comparison with Torani, Spike's physical proportions are somewhat squat, though his limbs are lanky. For a young man of his age and activity, he is decently fit and has some solid muscle to him. While he shows a talent for scribe work, his true interests lie in Torani's digital domains. Incredibly knowledgeable about all manner of electronics, there's little Spike can't do with access to a laptop and ten minutes. He enjoys loose-fitting jeans and tees, with a purple hoodie that has become something of his trademark. Nearly fully grown, Spike is finding himself asking questions he's gone most of his life without answers to--where is he originally from? Why was he given away? And, perhaps most important to him of all: Will he ever capture the lovely Rarity's heart?
*squee* It's happening!
Wait, so you changed Dash's hairstyle again? How short are we talking? 'Cause short can range from a one inch ponytail (about what I'd get if I tried hard enough) and perhaps a six - eight inch one.
Wait, Dash doesn't have a last name? Oh wait, she does doesn't she. Isn't it Ritter?
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You're thinking of my other piece, mate.
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It's not marked on the bible, so honestly, I couldn't quite remember. Merc is welcome to correct me, heh.
790999 How you keep it straight is amazing. Now why does she not have a last name here anyway?
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I want to say we came up with one, sort of a catchall name the orphanage gives them. But I couldn't remember it, so no last name.
Oh come on, this was a nice little interesting, happy go lucky blog about some great characters for a great story. I was calm.
It was nice.
And then you had to go on and throw that bit about Spike in. Really? I mean, I have no idea what's in the Southern Hemisphere, but now I really want to. As if there wasn't enough intrigue already, you just nonchalantly toss in that bomb shell.
Nicely done. Well played.
Now, if you would, please write faster... ^_^;
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Definitely wants to see more, and I am intrigued as well as to see where Spike Topaz come from as far as his backstory. I can see that there's gonna be one hell of a ride!!
Loved Fool's Gold!! Waiting for Diamond in the Rough and plenty more from the three of ya!! You've got an follower here!!
"Somini"? That's intriguing.
Somini? Are those supposed to be minotaur?