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Alias: The Inquisitor Age: 29 Sexuality: Homosexual Height: 179cm Weight: 70kg Hair: Jet black, long and silky with gold band decorations - a traditional familial marker from her household. Eyes: Forest green with red-orange flecks that glow like flames. Skin and Scars: Dark skin color with tattoos of prayers on her left shoulder, chest, and back.
Details
Catherine is the very definition of intensity. Of average stature and blessed with a fit and powerful body. Her eyes are smoldering and harsh, perpetually judging all they fall upon with the unfeeling weight of the law. Catherine's appearance is often enough to get most people to stay out of her way, her badge of office quickly backs that up. She wears her hair long and styled tightly to keep it out of her way during combat. Her chest is kept restrained in order to allow her to wear standardized armor. Her skin bears the marks of her devotion to the gods, numerous prayers and holy marks are tattooed on her skin, with one large prayer marking her back.
Personality
"Be it unforgiving, the law protects us all, it holds us to our highest standard. break the law at your peril."
Positives and Likes
✔ Fair ⤊ The Law ✔ Unyielding ⤊ Order ✔ Devout ⤊ Interrogations ✔ Supportive ⤊ Younger Women ✔ Passionate ⤊ Delicate Things
Catherine is the embodiment of commitment and intensity. Everything she does in her life is to live up to the tenants of her beliefs. She does not hesitate when she chooses a course of action and she does not who any remorse when her course of action leads to the injury of another person. That does not mean she does not feel guilt or sadness over the injury or death of someone connected to the situation, collateral damage grieves her greatly.
Catherine Haust cannot be bought, she cannot be reasoned with, she cannot be persuaded to step away from her work, she cannot be tempted, and she cannot be stopped by any method other than restraining her. Her commitment to upholding justice is akin to a pact with the gods, there is no breaking the pact.
Among the various crimes that Catherine finds intolerable, the abuse of the Vel, committing crimes with it, and even utilizing the Vel without sanction from the Government as a Lawful profession is heinous in her eyes and insulting to the gods that surely had a role to play in the existence of the vel.
As a leader, Catherine is ruthless and shows no mercy to her peers. She is quick to strike a fool to provide a deterrent from repeating an offense. She has been likened to a drill sergeant and will show no quarter even to completely green recruits to the order of Enforcers.
Privately, though, Catherine is a devout woman with vices of her own just like any other. She prays thrice a day at the same time and keeps careful track of her schedule and time to ensure that her prayers are soon to. She enjoys sweet foods, sugary drinks, and the company of young women, she has a bit of a reputation among the curious and excitable daughters of wealthy nobles and politicians.
History
Catherine had been on a trajectory since the day she was born. Born and bred in a noble, aristocratic, and mercantile family she existed to be a feather in her father's cap. A brilliant young woman with potential and plans for the future, her life flipped on its head when her Vel abilities manifested while away for schooling. Her academy was quick to react to the situation and tossed the girl out on the street, where she was picked up by her father and returned to the Haust family residence.
Not long after her rejection at the Academy, Catherine's mother snapped under the emotional and social pressures that had come from it and lashed out at her father. Catherine's father died in his bed a few months later from complications relating to the attempted murder, Catherine's mother was hung. Bigotry from the Academy, Murder of a Spouse, Abuse, all of these horrors played out clearly in Catherine's sharp mind as evidence of a truth. Laws existed for a reason.
Still not yet an adult, Catherine found herself at a convent and was welcomed as a Nun. Unfortunately, her time there was cut short after she caught a nun embezzling donations and nearly beat her to death. The Enforcers that were sent to secure her learned about the reason for her actions and took her in for further questioning. It did not take long for her to prove her innocence and even impress the men that had picked her up with her ferocious zeal.
It may have been an awful idea, but in the moment, it seemed so wise: they recruited Catherine.
Catherine was transferred to a chapel in the Wharf where she underwent Enforcer training. She quickly went from exam to exam, passing until she was given her official title and a Vanta weapon was ordered for her based on her Vel abilities.
Despite the good turns in her life near the end, her obsession with the law and the restraint with which the Vel should be used became a hallmark for the reasoning behind her first title. Catherine was ordained as a priestess, given her blade, and rose anointed as the Inquisitor.
Behold, Ignis, the weapon handed down to the Inquisitor, Catherine Haust. The weapon was designed explicitly for her use. The black leather banded handle of the 45 inch blade longsword is capped with a barbed pommel. The blade itself is of a broad fuller design with the majority of the gimmicked Vanta Metal being found in the fuller itself. The hand guard of the weapon is wide, intended to protect the wielder in a direct engagement. It seems to glow with an angry light and hisses when exposed to the air from its scabbard.
Ability
Cremator's gimmick is function-less without Catherine. The weapon is capable of storing electricity in the form of heat and allowing it to build along the length of the blade. As the ambient electricity that Catherine gives off builds, the weapon grows hotter and hotter and can be used to light fires, burn skin, cauterize wounds, or deal significantly more damage than just swinging a sword.
The downside of this ability is that the weapon must build up to its peak temperature and even then Catherine's attunement has just begun to synchronize with the weapon. The level of heat she can handle while holding it and the amount of heat it can produce is limited compared to its potential.
deus vult
Rank ★ - Emitting
Power
Catherine is capable of generating electricity within her body and releasing it explosively in the form of bolts of lightning accompanied by flashes of light and heat from her body at will. She has been known to use this ability in a variety of ways, shaking up her style when she can in order to throw off her opponents. The energy she produces can be held in one place, arcing around her hand, arm, or body, in order to provide some illumination. She is limited only by her creativity and willingness to push her own boundaries.
The overall potency of her electricity is limited by her body's connection to the vel and her experience.
Her Vanta weapon, Ignis, was designed to capture the electricity her body generates and convert it into heat to further expand her range of attacks and abilities.
According to her own notes on her abilities, Catherine's mental state plays a major role in her control and moments of righteous indignation have spurred on her more impressive feats with the lightning. Because of this, she has begun to subconsciously associate it with favor from the new gods and has been known to attach prayers to her various uses of the vel and her techniques.
Disadvantages
Catherine's eletricity is energy and depends on some sort of fuel source. She cannot simply generate it from thin air or by the force of magic. It should be noted that her stamina alone seems to be enough to produce the energy but by extension a mixture of calories, sodium levels, and personal hydration appear to be the real underlying fuel source.
Along with the need to remain healthy, rested, and fed, Catherine constantly runs the risk of frying her nerves with her abilities. She has not yet developed a full immunity to her lightning and overuse can render her limbs numb and weak. It can also cause her own mind to overload and stun her temporarily if she pushes it too far. Catherine has been hospitalized several times during the initial stages of her training after burning her hands and torching her nerves to the point where it was feared she might have permanent damage.
Star Rank: ★ Description: Catherine's body has been altered in odd ways by her Vel powers beyond that of simply possessing her electrical abilities. This physiological manifestation has resulted in a passive regenerative ability. Catherine can heal from minor wounds over the course of three posts.
Military Ability Name
Star Rank: Number. Description: "Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Nam imperdiet turpis ut urna imperdiet, et auctor dui pretium. Nulla vulputate urna non mollis sodales. Sed vel urna et lacus ultrices mattis ut non erat. Etiam neque sapien, vehicula et imperdiet non, sollicitudin sit amet justo. Donec scelerisque dapibus pretium. Suspendisse ultrices ipsum felis, et posuere elit faucibus id. Suspendisse consequat ullamcorper felis, lacinia dignissim enim posuere id. Aliquam vulputate sapien sed justo euismod lacinia. In hac habitasse platea dictumst. Nulla tincidunt urna nec quam pulvinar aliquet. Sed sodales non est id tincidunt. Nam pellentesque quis quam in pretium. Maecenas libero sem, suscipit sit amet nisi non, pellentesque elementum nisi. Sed nunc odio, rhoncus lobortis sapien id, volutpat sollicitudin enim. Mauris diam lorem, bibendum ut quam at, ullamcorper accumsan nibh. Fusce facilisis quam dui, at consectetur magna hendrerit at."
Military Ability Name
Star Rank: Number. Description: "Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Nam imperdiet turpis ut urna imperdiet, et auctor dui pretium. Nulla vulputate urna non mollis sodales. Sed vel urna et lacus ultrices mattis ut non erat. Etiam neque sapien, vehicula et imperdiet non, sollicitudin sit amet justo. Donec scelerisque dapibus pretium. Suspendisse ultrices ipsum felis, et posuere elit faucibus id. Suspendisse consequat ullamcorper felis, lacinia dignissim enim posuere id. Aliquam vulputate sapien sed justo euismod lacinia. In hac habitasse platea dictumst. Nulla tincidunt urna nec quam pulvinar aliquet. Sed sodales non est id tincidunt. Nam pellentesque quis quam in pretium. Maecenas libero sem, suscipit sit amet nisi non, pellentesque elementum nisi. Sed nunc odio, rhoncus lobortis sapien id, volutpat sollicitudin enim. Mauris diam lorem, bibendum ut quam at, ullamcorper accumsan nibh. Fusce facilisis quam dui, at consectetur magna hendrerit at."
Military Ability Name
Star Rank: Number. Description: "Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Nam imperdiet turpis ut urna imperdiet, et auctor dui pretium. Nulla vulputate urna non mollis sodales. Sed vel urna et lacus ultrices mattis ut non erat. Etiam neque sapien, vehicula et imperdiet non, sollicitudin sit amet justo. Donec scelerisque dapibus pretium. Suspendisse ultrices ipsum felis, et posuere elit faucibus id. Suspendisse consequat ullamcorper felis, lacinia dignissim enim posuere id. Aliquam vulputate sapien sed justo euismod lacinia. In hac habitasse platea dictumst. Nulla tincidunt urna nec quam pulvinar aliquet. Sed sodales non est id tincidunt. Nam pellentesque quis quam in pretium. Maecenas libero sem, suscipit sit amet nisi non, pellentesque elementum nisi. Sed nunc odio, rhoncus lobortis sapien id, volutpat sollicitudin enim. Mauris diam lorem, bibendum ut quam at, ullamcorper accumsan nibh. Fusce facilisis quam dui, at consectetur magna hendrerit at."
Military Ability Name
Star Rank: Number. Description: "Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Nam imperdiet turpis ut urna imperdiet, et auctor dui pretium. Nulla vulputate urna non mollis sodales. Sed vel urna et lacus ultrices mattis ut non erat. Etiam neque sapien, vehicula et imperdiet non, sollicitudin sit amet justo. Donec scelerisque dapibus pretium. Suspendisse ultrices ipsum felis, et posuere elit faucibus id. Suspendisse consequat ullamcorper felis, lacinia dignissim enim posuere id. Aliquam vulputate sapien sed justo euismod lacinia. In hac habitasse platea dictumst. Nulla tincidunt urna nec quam pulvinar aliquet. Sed sodales non est id tincidunt. Nam pellentesque quis quam in pretium. Maecenas libero sem, suscipit sit amet nisi non, pellentesque elementum nisi. Sed nunc odio, rhoncus lobortis sapien id, volutpat sollicitudin enim. Mauris diam lorem, bibendum ut quam at, ullamcorper accumsan nibh. Fusce facilisis quam dui, at consectetur magna hendrerit at."
Military Ability Name
Star Rank: Number. Description: "Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Nam imperdiet turpis ut urna imperdiet, et auctor dui pretium. Nulla vulputate urna non mollis sodales. Sed vel urna et lacus ultrices mattis ut non erat. Etiam neque sapien, vehicula et imperdiet non, sollicitudin sit amet justo. Donec scelerisque dapibus pretium. Suspendisse ultrices ipsum felis, et posuere elit faucibus id. Suspendisse consequat ullamcorper felis, lacinia dignissim enim posuere id. Aliquam vulputate sapien sed justo euismod lacinia. In hac habitasse platea dictumst. Nulla tincidunt urna nec quam pulvinar aliquet. Sed sodales non est id tincidunt. Nam pellentesque quis quam in pretium. Maecenas libero sem, suscipit sit amet nisi non, pellentesque elementum nisi. Sed nunc odio, rhoncus lobortis sapien id, volutpat sollicitudin enim. Mauris diam lorem, bibendum ut quam at, ullamcorper accumsan nibh. Fusce facilisis quam dui, at consectetur magna hendrerit at."
Talents
THEOLOGIAN
Star Rank: ★ Description: Catherine is not just a warrior for the gods. She studies the holy texts, debates the words of the gods and believes fervently. Her belief has lead her down the paths of both a theologian and a warrior. Her knowledge of more esoteric teachings of the various faiths is greater than most and she is considered to be a priestess of the New Gods in as far as the capacity to perform simple rituals is concerned.
Talent Name
Star Rank: Number. Description: "Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Nam imperdiet turpis ut urna imperdiet, et auctor dui pretium. Nulla vulputate urna non mollis sodales. Sed vel urna et lacus ultrices mattis ut non erat. Etiam neque sapien, vehicula et imperdiet non, sollicitudin sit amet justo. Donec scelerisque dapibus pretium. Suspendisse ultrices ipsum felis, et posuere elit faucibus id. Suspendisse consequat ullamcorper felis, lacinia dignissim enim posuere id. Aliquam vulputate sapien sed justo euismod lacinia. In hac habitasse platea dictumst. Nulla tincidunt urna nec quam pulvinar aliquet. Sed sodales non est id tincidunt. Nam pellentesque quis quam in pretium. Maecenas libero sem, suscipit sit amet nisi non, pellentesque elementum nisi. Sed nunc odio, rhoncus lobortis sapien id, volutpat sollicitudin enim. Mauris diam lorem, bibendum ut quam at, ullamcorper accumsan nibh. Fusce facilisis quam dui, at consectetur magna hendrerit at."
Talent Name
Star Rank: Number. Description: "Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Nam imperdiet turpis ut urna imperdiet, et auctor dui pretium. Nulla vulputate urna non mollis sodales. Sed vel urna et lacus ultrices mattis ut non erat. Etiam neque sapien, vehicula et imperdiet non, sollicitudin sit amet justo. Donec scelerisque dapibus pretium. Suspendisse ultrices ipsum felis, et posuere elit faucibus id. Suspendisse consequat ullamcorper felis, lacinia dignissim enim posuere id. Aliquam vulputate sapien sed justo euismod lacinia. In hac habitasse platea dictumst. Nulla tincidunt urna nec quam pulvinar aliquet. Sed sodales non est id tincidunt. Nam pellentesque quis quam in pretium. Maecenas libero sem, suscipit sit amet nisi non, pellentesque elementum nisi. Sed nunc odio, rhoncus lobortis sapien id, volutpat sollicitudin enim. Mauris diam lorem, bibendum ut quam at, ullamcorper accumsan nibh. Fusce facilisis quam dui, at consectetur magna hendrerit at."
Talent Name
Star Rank: Number. Description: "Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Nam imperdiet turpis ut urna imperdiet, et auctor dui pretium. Nulla vulputate urna non mollis sodales. Sed vel urna et lacus ultrices mattis ut non erat. Etiam neque sapien, vehicula et imperdiet non, sollicitudin sit amet justo. Donec scelerisque dapibus pretium. Suspendisse ultrices ipsum felis, et posuere elit faucibus id. Suspendisse consequat ullamcorper felis, lacinia dignissim enim posuere id. Aliquam vulputate sapien sed justo euismod lacinia. In hac habitasse platea dictumst. Nulla tincidunt urna nec quam pulvinar aliquet. Sed sodales non est id tincidunt. Nam pellentesque quis quam in pretium. Maecenas libero sem, suscipit sit amet nisi non, pellentesque elementum nisi. Sed nunc odio, rhoncus lobortis sapien id, volutpat sollicitudin enim. Mauris diam lorem, bibendum ut quam at, ullamcorper accumsan nibh. Fusce facilisis quam dui, at consectetur magna hendrerit at."
Talent Name
Star Rank: Number. Description: "Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Nam imperdiet turpis ut urna imperdiet, et auctor dui pretium. Nulla vulputate urna non mollis sodales. Sed vel urna et lacus ultrices mattis ut non erat. Etiam neque sapien, vehicula et imperdiet non, sollicitudin sit amet justo. Donec scelerisque dapibus pretium. Suspendisse ultrices ipsum felis, et posuere elit faucibus id. Suspendisse consequat ullamcorper felis, lacinia dignissim enim posuere id. Aliquam vulputate sapien sed justo euismod lacinia. In hac habitasse platea dictumst. Nulla tincidunt urna nec quam pulvinar aliquet. Sed sodales non est id tincidunt. Nam pellentesque quis quam in pretium. Maecenas libero sem, suscipit sit amet nisi non, pellentesque elementum nisi. Sed nunc odio, rhoncus lobortis sapien id, volutpat sollicitudin enim. Mauris diam lorem, bibendum ut quam at, ullamcorper accumsan nibh. Fusce facilisis quam dui, at consectetur magna hendrerit at."
Talent Name
Star Rank: Number. Description: "Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Nam imperdiet turpis ut urna imperdiet, et auctor dui pretium. Nulla vulputate urna non mollis sodales. Sed vel urna et lacus ultrices mattis ut non erat. Etiam neque sapien, vehicula et imperdiet non, sollicitudin sit amet justo. Donec scelerisque dapibus pretium. Suspendisse ultrices ipsum felis, et posuere elit faucibus id. Suspendisse consequat ullamcorper felis, lacinia dignissim enim posuere id. Aliquam vulputate sapien sed justo euismod lacinia. In hac habitasse platea dictumst. Nulla tincidunt urna nec quam pulvinar aliquet. Sed sodales non est id tincidunt. Nam pellentesque quis quam in pretium. Maecenas libero sem, suscipit sit amet nisi non, pellentesque elementum nisi. Sed nunc odio, rhoncus lobortis sapien id, volutpat sollicitudin enim. Mauris diam lorem, bibendum ut quam at, ullamcorper accumsan nibh. Fusce facilisis quam dui, at consectetur magna hendrerit at."
A courier of the Gods, are you? Interesting. Interesting, interesting, interesting! I am thrilled to see you join the ranks of the Enforcers, Ms. Haust. It will be most intriguing to see where you path leads you.
