Lancaster, Selena
Apr 1, 2013 19:49:06 GMT -5
Post by Caissa on Apr 1, 2013 19:49:06 GMT -5
SELENA LANCASTER
Nickname - Lena
Gender - Female
Age - Eighteen
Birthday - June 21, 1521
Noble House - Lancaster
Skills - Household Management, Courtly Graces, Trade Negotiation, Sewing, Fashion, Appraisal, Political Maneuvering, Scheming
Play By - Hayley Atwell
Immediate Family Members - Spencer Lancaster ( Father ), Felice Ormonde ( Mother/Deceased),
Theodore Lancaster, Marlon Lancaster (Brothers)
Personality
Selena Lancaster is not like most young women of her rank, station or economic circumstance. She dresses simply, her wealth of dark hair typically confined in a braid that falls past her waist and seldom wears any jewelry except for special occasions to this point. Conscious that many women strive to present themselves in fine attire, dripping with jewels and drowning in scent, she goes almost to the other extreme, preferring clothing that suits her complexion and figure. Jewelry is eschewed in favor of fresh flowers or a simple ribbon, letting her large, dark eyes sparkle more brightly than any gem.
A quiet-spoken, serene and elegant young woman, she knows who she is and behaves to reflect her station. Raised to understand that she will be wedded some day to a man of her father’s selection, she is not prone to romantic idealism or daydreams of love. If anything, Selena Lancaster is sensible, practical and prepared for the lord whom she will marry to stand at his side as helpmeet, lady of his house and credit to his name.
She has a well developed, if dry, sense of humor, but does not enjoy humor than puts others in an awkward or uncomfortable situation. Selena also has a surprisingly soft heart – she cannot bear to see others in pain. Her mother, and later an older cousin, encouraged her in charitable works, citing it as one of a noblewoman’s great duties, to see to the welfare of first her father’s, then her husband’s people. In the absence of Lady Indigane, Selena visits the elderly and infirm, inspecting the cottages and providing medicine, food and clothing for those in need.
She is no saint, but has learned painfully the wisdom of controlling her temper. In that respect, Selena is very much her father’s daughter – they reveal nothing they do not wish to show, and when in the public eye, their behavior is impeccable. Some resent the youthful Lady for her seeming perfection, but to Selena, it is the armor she dons against those who look for weakness to exploit.
Her one true talent, as far as she is concerned, is her ability to sing. Selena possesses a warm, rich voice that can soar or purr as the music dictates. A little shy about it, she must be persuaded to display her skill in public.
History
As the only daughter of Spencer and Felice Lancaster, Selena was treated like a little princess. Her mother’s angel, the apple of her father’s eye, she was given every advantage possible to the daughter of a Duke. She was in a fair way to be a spoiled little brat, but the loss of her mother brought her up short. She had to sink or swim, the only female in a household full of males. Overprotective males at that, but Selena understood that she was the jewel of Lancaster, the repository of their hopes and the gentling influence in the absence of her mother.
From that day, Selena changed, painstakingly learning the arts of managing a noble household, of what was expected of a noblewoman as daughter and wife. She grew quieter, more observant, shrewd and thoughtful. With the help of an older cousin, come to lend her aid to the Lancaster household as chatelaine, she learned the social graces and courtesies that would permit her to handle any situation without fear or hesitation. Under the same cousin’s tutelage, Selena received instruction in the feminine arts of sewing, embroidery, painting and music – particularly, singing.
Her father took over the final stages of her education as he did with her older brother Theodore, instructing her in the skills of politics, trade and the schemes of court. Under his tutelage, she was groomed to take her place in Court, though Spencer informed his daughter he intended to wait until she was eighteen for that. He refused to see his daughter wedded too young, and quietly planted the seeds of ambition in her. It was time for a break with tradition, he told her, and to set her sights as high as possible.
For now, Selena waits and bides her time, waiting to see what comes.
RP Sample
Walking amongst the row of cottages, Selena carried a basket full of items to attend to the aging, sick woman who had helped to bring her brothers and herself into the world. She had a soft spot for the old midwife, a woman who told her tales of her mother’s gentle beauty and influence over the people. Inspired by the midwife’s remembrances of the Duchess, she strove to emulate Felice Ormonde Lancaster.
She made several other stops along the way, checking on a newborn child and bringing a gift of some soft, knitted blankets for the new mother, and then to see how one of the children fared with a broken arm. Satisfied that all was progressing well, she soon reached the cottage that belonged to the older woman and knocked softly to announce her presence. Selena left this visit for last, a private little reward for tending to her duties as acting Lady of the House.
“Marina? Are you awake? It’s I, Selena…”
Out of Character:
Caissa – Lots! - EST
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Nickname - Lena
Gender - Female
Age - Eighteen
Birthday - June 21, 1521
Noble House - Lancaster
Skills - Household Management, Courtly Graces, Trade Negotiation, Sewing, Fashion, Appraisal, Political Maneuvering, Scheming
Play By - Hayley Atwell
Immediate Family Members - Spencer Lancaster ( Father ), Felice Ormonde ( Mother/Deceased),
Theodore Lancaster, Marlon Lancaster (Brothers)
Personality
Selena Lancaster is not like most young women of her rank, station or economic circumstance. She dresses simply, her wealth of dark hair typically confined in a braid that falls past her waist and seldom wears any jewelry except for special occasions to this point. Conscious that many women strive to present themselves in fine attire, dripping with jewels and drowning in scent, she goes almost to the other extreme, preferring clothing that suits her complexion and figure. Jewelry is eschewed in favor of fresh flowers or a simple ribbon, letting her large, dark eyes sparkle more brightly than any gem.
A quiet-spoken, serene and elegant young woman, she knows who she is and behaves to reflect her station. Raised to understand that she will be wedded some day to a man of her father’s selection, she is not prone to romantic idealism or daydreams of love. If anything, Selena Lancaster is sensible, practical and prepared for the lord whom she will marry to stand at his side as helpmeet, lady of his house and credit to his name.
She has a well developed, if dry, sense of humor, but does not enjoy humor than puts others in an awkward or uncomfortable situation. Selena also has a surprisingly soft heart – she cannot bear to see others in pain. Her mother, and later an older cousin, encouraged her in charitable works, citing it as one of a noblewoman’s great duties, to see to the welfare of first her father’s, then her husband’s people. In the absence of Lady Indigane, Selena visits the elderly and infirm, inspecting the cottages and providing medicine, food and clothing for those in need.
She is no saint, but has learned painfully the wisdom of controlling her temper. In that respect, Selena is very much her father’s daughter – they reveal nothing they do not wish to show, and when in the public eye, their behavior is impeccable. Some resent the youthful Lady for her seeming perfection, but to Selena, it is the armor she dons against those who look for weakness to exploit.
Her one true talent, as far as she is concerned, is her ability to sing. Selena possesses a warm, rich voice that can soar or purr as the music dictates. A little shy about it, she must be persuaded to display her skill in public.
History
As the only daughter of Spencer and Felice Lancaster, Selena was treated like a little princess. Her mother’s angel, the apple of her father’s eye, she was given every advantage possible to the daughter of a Duke. She was in a fair way to be a spoiled little brat, but the loss of her mother brought her up short. She had to sink or swim, the only female in a household full of males. Overprotective males at that, but Selena understood that she was the jewel of Lancaster, the repository of their hopes and the gentling influence in the absence of her mother.
From that day, Selena changed, painstakingly learning the arts of managing a noble household, of what was expected of a noblewoman as daughter and wife. She grew quieter, more observant, shrewd and thoughtful. With the help of an older cousin, come to lend her aid to the Lancaster household as chatelaine, she learned the social graces and courtesies that would permit her to handle any situation without fear or hesitation. Under the same cousin’s tutelage, Selena received instruction in the feminine arts of sewing, embroidery, painting and music – particularly, singing.
Her father took over the final stages of her education as he did with her older brother Theodore, instructing her in the skills of politics, trade and the schemes of court. Under his tutelage, she was groomed to take her place in Court, though Spencer informed his daughter he intended to wait until she was eighteen for that. He refused to see his daughter wedded too young, and quietly planted the seeds of ambition in her. It was time for a break with tradition, he told her, and to set her sights as high as possible.
For now, Selena waits and bides her time, waiting to see what comes.
RP Sample
Walking amongst the row of cottages, Selena carried a basket full of items to attend to the aging, sick woman who had helped to bring her brothers and herself into the world. She had a soft spot for the old midwife, a woman who told her tales of her mother’s gentle beauty and influence over the people. Inspired by the midwife’s remembrances of the Duchess, she strove to emulate Felice Ormonde Lancaster.
She made several other stops along the way, checking on a newborn child and bringing a gift of some soft, knitted blankets for the new mother, and then to see how one of the children fared with a broken arm. Satisfied that all was progressing well, she soon reached the cottage that belonged to the older woman and knocked softly to announce her presence. Selena left this visit for last, a private little reward for tending to her duties as acting Lady of the House.
“Marina? Are you awake? It’s I, Selena…”
Out of Character:
Caissa – Lots! - EST
It’s postin’ time!
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designed by valitrix @ caution 2.0