<div class="floatright"><div align="center">(https://i.pinimg.com/originals/ee/76/2d/ee762d7d8b2cae69077ab21eb9f51552.jpg)</div>(https://i.pinimg.com/564x/88/52/a1/8852a180af098822520c1087650dcd40.jpg)(https://t00.deviantart.net/yiA51mo-fU8aPHl2FU-_ZLYUQlI=/fit-in/700x350/filters:fixed_height(100,100):origin()/pre00/645b/th/pre/i/2014/293/e/7/_____by_intelkuritsa-d83k248.jpg)(https://i.pinimg.com/736x/1a/36/23/1a3623db8d4fd2d84794a4ad762058fb.jpg)</div><div align="center"><span class="bbc_size" style="font-size: 14pt;"><span class="bbc_u"><strong>Maria Alexandra Dosamantes-Novyi</strong></span></span></div><br/><strong>Full Name:</strong>Maria Alexandra Dosamantes-Novyi<br/><strong>Nickname(s):</strong>countless by her family, Bunny,  Epp (don't ask she hates it),<br/><strong>Age:</strong>18 August 21 2004<br/><strong>Gender Identity:</strong>Female<br/><strong>Sexuality:</strong>Heterosexual<br/><strong>Role:</strong>Student<br/><strong>House:</strong>Ravenclaw 1st year<br/><strong>Blood Status:</strong>Pure-Blood<br/><strong>Faceclaim:</strong>18<br/><strong>Height/Build:</strong>5’7’’ lithe build<br/><strong>Notable Features:</strong><br/><br/>Maria also has scars she tries to hide, not only because she finds them ugly but also because they remind her of a harsh childhood she has yet to get away from. She has several straight marks that randomly mark her flesh from her shoulders to the back of her thighs. If one had the ability to tell, they would know they came from a cane or something of the like hitting her hard enough to break skin. She also has small round burn mark on her right forearm. And a small whit scar on the right side of her face just below her cheek.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><div align="center"><span class="bbc_size" style="font-size: 12pt;"><span class="bbc_u"><strong>Personality &amp; History</strong></span></span></div><br/><strong>Personality</strong><br/><br/>Klutzy: If you look up Klutzy in the dictionary you would see Maria's face. It's as if she was born with wobbly knees and two left feet. She lacks the grace that her sibling are known for, and tends to have some sort of bruise or scarp from one klutz attack or another. She admits it and knows it probably will never change, but at least she is the likable sort...right...right?!<br/><br/>Survivor:Many would never guess it but Maria is a survivor, though most would not even fathom from what. She keeps what happens at home secret and hidden. Her families abused is not something she tends to enjoy reliving. So despite the level of pain they could inflict she has kept silent about it. And endured a great deal to get to where she is today, the little sparrow is stronger than she appears to be.<br/><br/>Shy: Maria is shy to say the least, she is never the first to speak up and one would swear she becomes one with the wall at times. Her self doubt holds her back, and keeps her believing that she could never be what people expect of her so she tends to keep herself out of sight when things get tricky.<br/><br/>Tentatively brave: Brave isn't the first word that comes to mind when thinking of Maria. Anyone that has come across her can easily see how jumpy she is. But there are moments, where something so much more shines through. Some may say those moments come from not knowing any better. But in truth it's the strength of heart shining through in those few random moments.<br/><br/>Curious: Maria is curious, she has learned to notice the small things in life. And finds she can get rather lost in whatever has caught her attention. She tends to follow and enjoy learning about something new and strange, this has of course led to some very interesting encounters.<br/><br/>Open minded: Despite her families outlook when it comes to people, Maria is rather opened minded. She has seen what a pureblood elitist can be like and honestly wants no part of it. She wants people to accept her for who she is, flaws and all. So why wouldn't she do the same for them?<br/><br/>Compassionate: One would think that after her harsh up bringing that Maria would have become cold. But in truth she has a very big heart, and tends to show compassion even to those that don't deserve it. She believes you only get what you put out into the world, and that goes for people as well.<br/><br/>Self-conscious: Maria has spent her whole childhood being digrated by her family. And as much as she tried to fight it there was only so much she could push away before it all sank in. She not only hates the scars on her body, she becomes rather self discouraging as things begin to go wrong. And without someone to shake some sense into her she tends to spiral down to a very dark place.<br/><br/>Disorganized: What I totally know where that homework is at. Looks about...ahh...that pile...I think. Pulls a paper and things scatter everywhere. Maria is bundle of energy and bit of a mess some days. It isn't unusual to see her struggling with an arm full of things, or hear her room mates complain about the mess. Organized chaos she calls it...yeah...that.<br/><br/>Tinker/artistic: Maria has learned to entertain herself, using her art and love of tinkering to create a small safe haven for her. She tends to retreat to one of her projects when down, but doesn't really show case them. Though some of her creations are rather ingenuous, and her art clearly comes from a place deep within her.<br/><br/><br/><strong>History:</strong><br/><br/>Maria Alexandra Novyi was born to Anastacia Dosamantes a single mother. Anastacia had been sleeping with a married man, and at first, the whole thing had been exciting. But the moment she found out that she was pregnant, everything came to a crashing halt. Erick demanded that Anastacia takes care of the problem. And at first, she considered it, having no real way to support a child on her own. But at the last moment, she couldn't do it. So Anastacia lied to Erick and she had done as he asked. The two parting ways, hoping to never see each other ever again, at least that was Anastacia's hope.<br/><br/>6 years passed by in a flash, Maria grew into a lively and bright young girl. Her mother found a job as a cook in a rather successful restaurant. Life was simple but oh so happy, it was all the little girl could wish for. But it seemed fate, god, or just bad luck decided to blow their happy world apart. Maria's mother died when a drunk driver hit them. The man ran into her lane and killed the once lively woman on impact.<br/><br/>Left alone in the large world, Maria had no idea what home would be after losing hers. Her grandmother was in a home and unable to take care of the young girl. That left Social Services no choice but to send her to her father. A man that Maria thought was dead was now in her life. And he was angry that he had to deal with a mistake he thought was already taken care of.<br/><br/>Taking Maria home the girl discovered what disgust and hatred were. Her stepmother saw her as a horrible reminder of her husband's infidelity. Her siblings saw her as a threat to their future fortune. And all Maria wanted was a family, and to not feel so alone. But that didn't matter; they treated her like the mess you swept under the rug. Her sisters use her as a toy for their cruel entertainment. And her father disregarded her and chose to pretend as if she didn't even exist. It was the darkest time of her life; it was all Maria could do not to fall apart.<br/><br/>The years that followed had short-lived moments of happiness and horrible abuse. She hated her new home and what they thought of her. Maria couldn’t begin to live up to any of their standards. Her father, the CEO of the family Oil Company. And her mother was a socialite of intimidating standing. Her older brother was spoiled as the only heir to the family name and was as cruel and twisted as her father. The middle children were a pair of female twins that only wished to toy with Maria as if she were a pet brought home for them.<br/><br/>She was not given much, just the hand-downs of her siblings and a room in the attic of their large home. Even her wand was a hand me down, an old dusty thing found in the attic. It refused to work for anyone else. Making them think it's broken. But Maria found it seemed to take a liking to her and was able to keep hold of it. Her familiar once caught the eye of one of her sisters, up until the small fox bit her. She tossed the poor thing to the side in anger. And Maria was able to save it and claimed it as her first true friend in her dark home.<br/><br/>Still, somehow some small part of her survived the years of abuse. The small reprieve she had was school, despite going to Durmstrang a military like school. Her time there became a sort of a happy place for her. Because she loved to learn, even if she seemed to be more of a shadow in the halls. Now graduating and heading into her college years at Hogwarts Maria looks forward to being away from her horrible home. Though she fears being alone with her siblings, she is determined to try to find some happiness within her newfound freedoms.<br/><br/><hr/><br/><div align="center"><span class="bbc_size" style="font-size: 12pt;"><span class="bbc_u"><strong>Traits</strong></span></span></div><br/><strong>Likes:</strong>Bubble gum, Old style candies, FOOD she will try anything at least once,cooking,  her art its secret but its a passion that has kept her together, good friends, swimming, music, puzzles, her gadgets and tinkering projects (steam powered dragon figures as an example), Animals she gets along better with them she does people, Silly movies (what Happy feet just makes you freaking HAPPY), horror movies (not expected but its a scare she enjoys), penguins, Bubble Baths,<br/><strong>Dislikes:</strong>Her klutziness, bullies, her laugh (specially when she snorts), her scars, pureblood elitists, being yelled at, most confrontation, spiders, slimy things, closed in places, her family, abusive people, people who hurt animals,<br/><strong>Skills:</strong>tinkering, inventions, piano, sketching and designs, quick get away!, cooking!, Charms work,<br/><strong>Flaws:</strong>PTSD due to the abuse she’s suffered, klutzy, introvert<br/><br/><hr/><br/><div align="center"><span class="bbc_size" style="font-size: 12pt;"><span class="bbc_u"><strong>Wizarding Information</strong></span></span></div><br/><strong>Role:</strong>Student 1st grad year<br/><strong>House:</strong>Ravenclaw<br/><strong>Wand:</strong>Acacia wand with a Thunderbird Feather core 11 inches long<br/><strong>Patronus:</strong>When she manages the spell it will be a falcon<br/><strong>Familiar:</strong>Art<br/>(https://imgb.srgcdn.com/GWQ3kNDE5RuZyErmh69b.jpg?width=1024)<br/><br/><span class="bbc_u"><strong>Exam Grades:</strong></span><br/><br/><div class="spoiler_container"><div class="spoiler_header" onclick="hideSecond (this);" role="button">O.W.L Grades</div><div class="spoiler_body">Transfiguration - O<br/>Defense Against the Dark Arts - E<br/>Muggle Studies - E<br/>Astronomy - A<br/>Ancient Runes - A<br/>History of Magic - A<br/>Charms - O<br/>Divination - P<br/>Potions - E<br/>Herbology - A<br/>Care of Magical Creatures - E<br/>Arithmancy - E<br/></div></div><br/><div class="spoiler_container"><div class="spoiler_header" onclick="hideSecond (this);" role="button">N.E.W.T Grades</div><div class="spoiler_body">Transfiguration - O<br/>Defense Against the Dark Arts - E<br/>Muggle Studies - A<br/>Astronomy - P <br/>Ancient Runes - E<br/>History of Magic - A <br/>Charms - O<br/>Divination - D <br/>Potions - E<br/>Herbology - E<br/>Care of Magical Creatures - O<br/>Arithmancy - A<br/></div></div><br/><hr/><br/><div align="center"><span class="bbc_u"><strong>Connections</strong></span></div><br/><hr/><br/><div align="center"><span class="bbc_u"><strong>Extra</strong></span></div><br/>Family info<br/><br/><div class="spoiler_container"><div class="spoiler_header" onclick="hideSecond (this);" role="button">Family line, history, and dynamics</div><div class="spoiler_body">Birth mother:Anastacia Dosamantes<br/>Blood Status: PureBlood<br/>Age: Died at 32<br/><br/>Maternal Grandmother: Josephine Dosamantes<br/>Blood status: Pureblood<br/>Age: 88 Currently in a home of elderly wizards<br/><br/>Maternal Grandfather: Rossi Dosmantes <br/>Blood status: Pureblood<br/>Age: Died at 94<br/><br/>Father: Erick Novyi<br/>Blood Status: Pure blood<br/>Age: 47<br/>Occupation: Military Captain<br/><br/>Step-Mother: Mellisa Novyi<br/>Blood Status: Pure blood<br/>Age: 44<br/>Occupation: House wife (says all her work with charities is a job...more like a social event)<br/><br/>Step Brother: Nathan Novyi<br/>Blood Status: Pure Blood<br/>Age: 20<br/>Occupation: Student<br/><br/>Step-Sister: Patrisha Novyi<br/>Blood Status: Pure blood<br/>Age: 19<br/>Occupation:Student<br/><br/>Step-Sister: Angelica Novyi<br/>Blood Status: Pure Blood<br/>Age: 19<br/>Occupation: Student<br/><br/>Grandmother: Elizebeth Novyi<br/>Blood Status: Pureblood<br/>Age: 67<br/>Occupation: Solcialite<br/><br/>Grandfather: Markus Novyi<br/>Blood Status: Pureblood<br/>Age: 72<br/>Occupation: Retired Judge<br/><br/>Great Grandmother: Julia Novyi<br/>Blood Status: Pureblood<br/>Age: died at 98<br/><br/>Great Grandfather Petrov Novyi<br/>Blood Status: Pureblood<br/>Age: 103 (and mean as hell)<br/>Occupation: Retired Governor<br/><br/>Family Name: Novyi<br/><br/>Created By: Curvykitten<br/><br/>Motto:Nasha volya formiruyet zvezdy. (Our will shapes the stars.)<br/><br/>Located:Currently they are a scattered around the world at their various estates<br/><br/>Originated From: Russia father side<br/><br/>Blood Status:Pureblood<br/><br/>Heritage: Russian<br/><br/><br/> History:The Novyi origins begin in Russia, the cold, snowy lands that only the strong can survive. They say that their family has always had some part to play in the local powers that be. Be it the whispering advisor of the tribes long past, or the new governments and of course areas of wealth. <br/><br/>Their history is shadowed with rumors of deals with the devil, or tampering with the dark arts. Yes no proof was ever found, at least none that seemed to truly take down the core of the family. In the cold war, they did lose a great deal of control due to the government’s mandates. But that simply motivated them to work their way into the very system that held them back. Why yield to power when you can take it instead?<br/><br/>With the modern age coming about the family had a strong foothold in the country's oil exporting business. But they were feeling the pressure from their competitors and reached out to expand their holdings in an effort combat their competitors. The expansion to the US being on their biggest moves. Due to this change in direction Sven Novyi the head of the family at that time move them to New York shortly after his son was born. The family has remained there ever since, but still visit their old home in mother Russia at least once a year.<br/><br/>Worldview and Politics:<br/> The Novyi believe in an old world view of the status. Those that held it were and will always be born to it. It has evolved in this age of course, but only enough to allow the family to function within the changing world around them. <br/><br/>They believe in taking power where ever needed to achieve their goals. And have done a great many things to get that power. Though they only dive into politics as far as the need arises. They much prefer to be the strength or backing that guides things from the shadows. <br/><br/>Over the years they have learned that money opens most any door. And have adapted the path they took to remain in the standing that they had grown accustom to. The family must always remain pure. Of course the men of the family have had their trysts, but it's well known to go against the family meant being cut away from it. And being stuck in the shadow of the Novyi is never a good place to be.<br/><br/>Traditions:<br/>Pure linage: The Novyi has and always will strive to breed only purebloods. It is a very strong rule, even if unspoken to not breed or marry those beneath their station. There hold so true to these beliefs that they still approve of arranged marriages. And anyone that even thinks lowering themselves to be with a none pure wizard or god forbid a muggle is quickly corrected. <br/><br/>Eldest son: The Eldest sons always inherit the majority of the family’s wealth along with the family name. It is his duty to take over being the head of the family as their fathers reach a certain age. They are expected to look after the rest of the family, and make sure they always adhere to their beliefs. <br/><br/>Subservient woman: The Novyi believes in the strength of their blood and the lines. As such the women normally take a back seat to the men in their lives. They are there to continue their line and see to the men's needs as they lead the families through the many decades. <br/><br/>Power and wealth: No man can lead or make a name for himself without the power to do so. And in this day and age money leads to a great deal of power. Wealth has come easy to the Novyi family. Their family’s heritage connected to one of the largest Oil Company in Russia and eventually expanding to other countries. One of which included the US in effort to take a foothold from their competitors.<br/><br/>Visiting their original home: At least once a year the family goes back home to visit Russia. The eldest of the family now living in their original home. The large house and the lands that surround it have been owned by the family for what seems countless generations.</div></div>