<div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/4/42/Gaidin.jpg)</div><div class="floatleft">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/4/42/Gaidin.jpg)</div><div align="center"><span class="bbc_font" style="font-family: times new roman;"><span class="bbc_size" style="font-size: 14pt;">Aulaniira Neffek</span><br/>By Doji Hoturi**</span></div><hr/><div style="text-align: justify;"><strong>Age:</strong> 35<br/><strong>Nation:</strong> Arad Doman<br/><strong>Gender:</strong> Female<br/><strong>Orientation:</strong> Bisexual (leans toward females)<br/><strong>Talent:</strong> N/a<br/><br/><strong>Position:</strong> Gaidin for Theraeve Valaim<br/><strong>Skills:</strong><br/><ul class="bbc_list"><li type="disc">Bartering (good)</li><li type="disc">Horsemanship (excellent)</li><li type="disc">Dancing (good)</li><li type="disc">Singing (good)</li><li type="disc">Swordsmanship (Blademaster, superb)</li><li type="disc">Hand-to-Hand (excellent)</li><li type="disc">Melee &amp; Ranged Weapons (good)</li><li type="disc">Hunting &amp; Tracking (good)</li><li type="disc">Survival (excellent)</li></ul><strong>Appearance:</strong> At 5’9”, Aulaniira is of above average height with a lithe, yet very athletic build. Most would consider her attractive, if somewhat severe. Her face is best described as sharp angles with a relatively dainty nose, full lips, high cheekbones, broad jaw, and narrow chin. Her hazel eyes are almost feline and with a slight upturned and almond shape. Her long, strawberry blond seems to shift on its own between gold and red and is often bound in a tight braid. Her hair and golden complexion are the best indicator of her mixed heritage. <br/><br/>Although shapely, it is far more from her muscle tone than bone structure. Although somewhat broad of shoulder, she has relatively narrow hips. Her breasts, although not particularly large, are remarkably firm and full considering her level of fitness. Her limbs are longish, and she is muscled much like a professional dancer or acrobat. <br/><br/><strong>Personality:</strong> Very comfortable with herself, her demeanor is easy-going and friendly. She defaults to wit and humor for nearly every situation, occasionally even self-deprecatingly if she thinks it’s warranted. Incredibly driven, she disguises her well-earned mastery with a mix of obvious self-confidence and humble demeanor. Although seemingly relatively carefree, she is not easily shaken and is easily consider a rock in the storm. Growing up in Arad Doman, she is very proud of her body and when not in armor is often dressed in fine, close-fitting gowns that show off her hard-earned shape. She carries the burdens of her chosen profession deep within her and prefers to keep them buried.<br/><br/><strong>History:</strong> Born to a fairly wealthy and influential merchant family in Bandar Eban, the capital of Arad Doman. The youngest of three girls in a family that had its share of issues that often come with a certain amount of standing, she was very much determined to find her own way. On the surface, everything was perfect, but the pressure to be something she was not interested in was a constant source of strife for her, her siblings, and her parents.<br/><br/>Although showing all indications of being an excellent merchant and fitting the oft mentioned female Domani stereotype, she was drawn to more physical pursuits. Very much a tomboy, she would frequently sneak away and find herself getting into various scrapes and situations that, when discovered, resulted in fairly severe punishment. Little did her parents realize their resistance only fueled her desire to be different. When she manifested saidar, it was a mixed blessing to her in that it was a chance to get away from her family, but her impression of the Aes Sedai was not what she was looking forward to either.<br/><br/>Her time as a Novice was brutal for her. It was nearly everything she feared it would be exacerbated by the fact that she could not develop her powers. It was three long years of drudgery while they continued to assess her progress, of which there was practically none, weighed on her. The whole time she would look longingly across the Tower wishing to be where the men were learning sword and spear and bow and horse. Eventually, it was clear enough that she would never advance and, recognizing that her ability to channel was not significant enough to warrant someone to watch over her, they sent her home.<br/><br/>Without even a second thought, she returned back to the White Tower and stated her wishes to become a Trainee. It was the first step of many that led her down a difficult path in a primarily men’s world. They allowed it seemingly on a whim, perhaps just curious to see how long she would last, but she excelled and proved herself time and again. It was brutal in its own right, with everyone challenging her presence there, eventually, it became clear that she not only belonged, but she was one of the best they had seen in her craft.<br/><br/>The days turned into years and the Trainee became Valdar, earning her place among those that could be bonded. She recognized the rarity of selection by Aes Sedai and, in truth, questioned if it was what she wanted, and instead focused on her craft and became one of the named Blademasters, her skill with the long blade in particular being exquisite. With no bonding coming, she dedicated her skills toward educating Trainees and fellow Valdar until it became clear that she was an excellent choice for the position of Master of Swordsman.<br/><br/>Although she has not yet been offered the position, she is considered one of the top three for the position when it opens. Despite the tremendous honor it would be, she is uncertain if she wants the position if it is offered as part of her still yearns for an opportunity to bond and serve in a new capacity. <br/><br/><div align="center"><span class="bbc_font" style="font-family: times new roman;"><span class="bbc_size" style="font-size: 14pt;">OOC Notes:</span></span></div><hr/><strong>O&amp;O:</strong> Player's (https://elliquiy.com/forums/index.php?topic=217710.0)<br/><strong>Available for bonding:</strong> Yes, planned Gaidin for Theraeve Valaim</div>