Christabel Daphnel

The Rebels know each other from school and their respective social circles.  They are close, companionable and all rather opposed to the status quo in their own way. 
They have 'English' names but may have chosen to 'Irish-ise' them which was the fashion among the Irish UC set at the time!

'Sorcha Ni Dochartaigh' '

b. 26 | UCAB | Painter | Society Wife | Suggested PB: Elinor Tomlinson

Her father is/was a prominent politician in Ireland, he is a liberal in support of home rule.  She was given a great deal of latitude and while she has done the 'right' thing socially and is either married or widowed but this just gives her the freedom to be as outspoken as she likes.  She is a painter of some note, specialising in magical society portraits but has a bee in her bonnet about her exclusion from the various painter academies despite being recognised as an exceptional and talented painter.  She did a notable magical portrait of someone of important (OPEN). 
Her schooling is open, but she had Christabel have known each other from girlhood. She is a little more agnostic about Ireland's position as independent of England but is part of the Celtic revival.  She liked Victor and thought marriage to him would be good for Christabel. 

'Padraig Mac Ruadhain '

b. 26 | UCAB | Writer| Heir | Suggested PB: Christian Cooke

An heir that is in danger of being a disappointment to his parents.  Despite being a staple of the establishment he has grown to be rather anti-establishment.  However, he is an only child and his father hates his own brother enough to not disown his son.  There was an expectation that he might excel in politics or in the ministry however he hasn't the tact to make much of a go of that.  What he is is bright and an excellent writer with an ability to write deeply persuasive texts.  His writing might very well be considered seditious by the more staid members upper echelons of society as it talks a lot of gender and class equality but it's popular among younger and more liberal UC and of course the WC and MC who are encouraged by it.  Think a social problem novelist, with better connections than Dickens. 
He does believe in Ireland's independence, and is considering making a run for a new parliament in Dublin if it appears - mostly to make a point, but is aiming for the Wizengemot first.  He and Christabel have been friends since before puberty.  He encourages some of her worst traits of rebelliousness and being outspoken.

Sadhbh Rua

b. 26 | UCAB | Painter | Most traditional| Suggested PB: Crystal Clarke

Set apart all her life by her ethnicity, Sadhbh for a long time wanted desperately to fit in and as such has mastered every womanly art to a degree that would make Olivia Pendergast sit up and take note.  However, she was jilted shortly after her debut by a man who cited her ethnicity as an impediment but she considers herself British and found that the worst part of the snub - that he didn't consider her British enough to marry.  She may have made another match but she now see's her ethnicity as a badge of honor and not something she should count against her.  Her paintings feature ethnicity as a prominent theme. 

She attends the Hermetic order with Christabel because she thinks rich white muggles pretending to do African and Middle Eastern magic is hilarious. 

Casimiri

b. 30+ | UCAB | Poet and Lawyer | Temper for a Firebrand | Suggested PB: Ewan McGregor

So as his names suggests he is based on a real person- but his played name is open. He was a second son, and in true Victorian style he trained in the law, as it was expected that he would need to 'do' something. His relationship with the law and legal practice is open but he is also a painter and playwrite. This is his true passion.

He is liberal in his views, supporting women's vote and favoring equality of ethnicity and class. He is a trade union supporter and a theoretical socialist. He had an elder brother who died and as a result of the death he became the heir which has allowed him to indulge his passion for writing and producing artistic ventures.  He is one of the friend group, and tried to talk Christabel out of marrying on the basis it wasn't right for her.  He may have a mistress, asylum wife and/or illegitimate children.  This is who he is based on

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b. 30+ | UCAB | Ministry - Werewolf Capture Unit | Suggested PB: Geralt by open

A close friend of the Greybacks.  As young men they were as thick as thieves, as close as brothers, and he was as often at the reach as the Greyback family.  He left for some years and has kept in touch with the Greyback brothers via letter, but has been vague as to his job, not on purpose but just because he didn't think it was significant and the Greybacks believe that he is just an official working for the Romania/Bulgarian/other ministry of magic. 

He has now returned to take the postition of head of the werewolf capture unit. He is keen to reignite his close friendship with his long time friends...the Greybacks are stressed out by this for obvious reasons!

Ceaser Pavesio

b. OLD | ACAB | Italian abstraction | Researcher in Alchemy | Suggested PB: Derek Jacobi

He and Meserimus have known each other  a long time, he has come to London ostensibly to work on a research  project with Meserimus.  He is staying in Meserimus Hogsmeade home with him and his family for the summers. 

The pair are researching the intersection between potions and alchemy, specifically if potions can be used to augment the purity and efficacy of alchemical works (Get better quality gold through the use of potions) and to see if potions transmuted potions ingrediants work better or worse than a real item.  The aim being that it would be useful/easier to transmute a common substance into a rare potions ingrediant

Intended to be a TEMP but feel free to keep him around for your own reasons (Oh look Hogwarts needs an Alchemy prof!?)

WELCOME TO AVALON GLEN Hello friends!  Before we get started, I do have a few policies regarding my adoptables: Please reserve your character with me before apping! Obviously, I'd prefer activity from anyone to take these on XD If, after six months, I don't think you're doing much with them (I have very lax standards, don't worry!), I reserve the right to ask you to give them up so someone more active may take them on. I'll give you two weeks after loosing a character in an AC before I put them back up for grabs! If you drop them via Maintenance, they become immediately available again. If you just want to temp drop them, talk to me first! :) Anyone picking up one of my ads must include the family and personality sections. I provide the family in all my applications so just mentioning the names is quite fine by me. Personality can be as minimal as three basic traits, just so I know for sure that our ideas of the character mesh. If you have any questions about any of the characters below, fire off a PM to Aldous Crouch, catch me on skype, or stalk me in the cbox ;) last updated jan. 6, 2025 THE GLEN Avalon Glen ("The Glen") is an unplottable patch of of land between two likewise unplottable mountains. It is not accessible via apparition, nor are any of the fireplaces hooked up tot he floo network (with the exception of the local pub, Smoke & Scale, and the Yarwood homes). Indeed, it is impossible to enter unless you already know where it is—and for good reason: in addition to the large manor house of the Yarwood family, patrons of the Glen as well as a nearby magical village, it is home to a dragon reservation for the native Welsh Greens, boasting anywhere from 5-10 keepers and, at last estimation, approximately 42 dragons. Our Cast Names, faces, and ethnicities are mostly open. Ages are mostly flexible! RHYS GLYNN 1867-1869 | WCHB | OPEN HOUSE | TREE FARMER To Gwyn, Rhys was her first crush, first kiss. To Rhys, Gwyn was his first heartbreak. Today, they remain as friends, with Rhys pretending that it doesn't bother him when Gwyn tries to set him up with the village girls. The eldest of the Glynn children, it is expected that Rhys will take over the farm, a fate with which he is actually quite delighted. Unlike most of his siblings, he completed a full seven years at Hogwarts, going on to apprentice as a herbologist before bringing this knowledge home to aid the family endeavour. Pictured is Joe Dempsie. Immediate Ties: Gwyn Conway Enid Glynn Isolde Glynn Cadogan Glynn Potential Connections: Nigel Yarwood MR. FARRIS 45+ | MCAB | RAVENCLAW | MAGIZOOLOGIST There are three things Mr. Farris loves: magical creatures, Matilda (his only child, whom he is determined will marry one of the Yarwood boys), and good port. There are three things Mr. Farris loathes: the feeling of mud in his boots, critical book reviews, and women behaving in an unladylike fashion. Oh, he tolerates Gwendolyn Yarwood's riding astride her horse for she is otherwise an excellent hostess, and he wants access to the Glen for his research, but he doesn't like it. And he certainly doesn't like the little girl playing at being a dragonkeeper! PB is open but should be either white or East Asian. Immediate Ties: Matilda Farris Gwyn Conway Howell Howell Nigel Yarwood Madoc Yarwood Potential Ties: Avery Davenport Raj Sandow Dominic Orpington SEVERUS YARWOOD 1863-1868 | UCHB/UCPB | SLYTHERDOR | PRO QUIDDITCH PLAYER The eldest child of the late — Yarwood and his cousin, the great Gwendolyn Yarwood, Severus bears not only his family's name, but their expectations upon his shoulders, even though all he wants to do is play quidditch. He hardly ever goes to the Glen, preferring the comforts of Hogsmeade. He has little doubt that he will inherit when his mother passes, but also she is formidable AF so he doubts very much that will happen anytime soon. Pictured PB is Jacob Elordi. Immediate Ties: Madoc Yarwood Nigel Yarwood Matilda Farris Potential Ties: Raphael Malfoy Theodore Gallivan Jack Humphrey-Mavis Arthur Pettigrew Mundungus MacFusty Anthony Alderton Yassine Bensouda Roberto Devine Owain Edwards Wallace Bixby Cassius Lestrange Planting Seeds: I Can Fix Him (No Really I Can), The Smallest Man Who Ever Lived Our Supporting Players Almost everything is flexible! "LAMB" 1852-1853 | WCAB | OPEN HOUSE | DRAGONKEEPER Going exclusively by his last name (or at least, Gwyn assumes it's his last name), "Lamb" has been at the Glen from the start, but in spite of his seeming friendship with Madoc Yarwood, was not appointed Head Keeper. It doesn't seem to bother him too much, though he does have a bit of a temper on him that seems to worsen around his days off—which fall roughly as often as the full mooon... Pictured PB is Jason Clarke. Show Lamb is the Shepherd in Madoc Yarwoods profile. The two fell back in with one another after a desperate Shepherd came to Madoc after his turning. Immediate Ties: Gwyn Conway Howell Howell Nigel Yarwood Madoc Yarwood Raj Sandow Dominic Orpington Potential Ties: Enid Glynn Isolde Glynn Avery Davenport "MARI" 30-40 | WCAB | NO HOGWARTS | DRAGONKEEPER "Mari" is the only other female dragonkeeper. Rather than share a room like some of the male keepers, "Mari" and Gwyn are able to have (signifigantly smaller) single rooms—and Mari has made it clear that if another woman comes into the house, Gwyn will be moving, not her. "Mari" is rather tight-lipped about her family and history, but happy (enough) to chat otherwise. She knows her own mind and has a stubbornness that rivals both Howell and Gwyn. In spite of not having a formal education, "Mari" is an animagus—which counts as "history" and so she will not discuss it. Period. Suggested PB is Michelle Rodriguez. Immediate Ties: Gwyn Conway Howell Howell Nigel Yarwood Madoc Yarwood Raj Sandow Dominic Orpington Potential Ties: Enid Glynn Isolde Glynn Avery Davenport "PRYCE" 40+ | WCAB | OPEN HOUSE | OWNER OF THE SMOKE & SCALE Owner and frequent barkeep at the Smoke & Scale, the pub with the distinction of possessing the only public Floo in all of Avalon Glen. Becasue of this, "Pryce" knows just about everyone in the Glen—as well as everything that goes on. Though not originally from the Glen, his (late) wife was, and he returned to her home village after her death of the Laughing Plague. What he did prior to that is up to the player, but he has a seemingly endless arsenal of unexpected skills. Suggested PB is Nick Offerman. Immediate Ties: Gwyn Conway Howell Howell Nigel Yarwood Enid Glynn Madoc Yarwood Raj Sandow Isolde Glynn Avery Davenport Cadogan Glynn Dominic Orpington

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• I'll give you two weeks after loosing a character in an AC before I put them back up for grabs! If you drop them via Maintenance, they become immediately available again. If you just want to temp drop them, talk to me first! :)
  
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If you have any questions about any of the characters below, fire off a PM to Aldous Crouch, catch me on skype, or stalk me in the cbox ;)

last updated jan. 6, 2025

For We Have Sinned

In October of 1888, eight friends set off to perform an ancient ritual for luck. Unfortunately, what kind of luck was never specified. After that dark night, they took an Unbreakable Vow never to reveal what transpired, though the weight of the night that eight became seven still rests heavy on their shoulders as each battles with their own sins.

All names and most ethnicities flexible.

GREED

B. 1866-1867 | MCAB | SLYTHERIN | GHOST

"Thomasin" was Perseophone's very first friend, and while their personalities did diverge, they remain fond of one another even after her quite mundane death in 1889, a year to the day after the Incident that killed her only sibling. She always wanted more from life—to marry up, to be wealthy and respected, though now she most wishes for life. While at the time of the Incident she was engaged, whether or not the wedding happened before her own demise is up to you. Pictured PB is Mia McKenna Bruce.

Immediate Ties: Persephone Broadmoor Cleon Broadmoor  Ivy Sandow
Potential Ties: Fortitude Greengrass, George Robins, other ghosts
Planting Seeds: I Look in People's Windows

LUST

B. 1862-1866 | UCAB | GRYFFINDOR | RAKE

"Gregory" grew up on the estate south of Bridgerton, the town around which this friend group's early adventures centers. The eldest son to his parents, there was never much expectation for him to find proper occupation, so he occupies himself as...generally a rake. He remains very close friends with Cleon in particular even after the Incident. Pictured PB is Simu Liu.

Immediate Ties: Persephone Broadmoor Cleon Broadmoor  Ivy Sandow
Planting Seeds: I Can Fix Him (No Really I Can)

ENVY

B. 1865-1866 | UCHB/MCHB | OPEN HOUSE | APPROPRIATE PROFESSION

"Evelyn" (it's a boy's name too!) is Sloth's cousin, and spent his summers from childhood through school at the estate outside of Bridgerton. With at least one older brother and a less than impressive list of accomplishments, his relationship with his parents has always been a strained one; indeed, he regards his summers as the happiest times of his childhood. Suggested PB is John Bradley.

— RESERVED for JEN —
Immediate Ties: Persephone Broadmoor Cleon Broadmoor  Ivy Sandow

SLOTH

B. 1862-1866 | UCAB | OPEN HOUSE | OPEN ~OCCUPATION

The only child (or at least, only son) to his parents, "Henry" has always been, at best, indifferent to what they perceive as his duties to the family. This would be less problematic (or at least, more understandable!) if he actually knew what he wanted from life instead, but he has long been cursed with general apathy. He grew up on an estate north of Bridgerton. PB is wide open, but pictured is Aaron Taylor-Johnson.

Immediate Ties: Persephone Broadmoor Cleon Broadmoor  Ivy Sandow

GLUTTONY

B. 1865 | MCHB | OPEN HOUSE | POET

Cleon Broadmoor is the younger of the Broadmoor brothers, and the one with whom Persy has always been close. Much to his father's disappointment, he did not find a home in the Ministry of Magic or, really, any profession, preferring to live a life of excess and identify most prominently as a poet. Because of this lack of any notable income, he lives officially at the family home, though reguarly spends days or weeks at a time at the residences of friends. Reputation of 8 for being a pain in his dad's ass and not the most useful. Suggested PB is Harry Styles.
— Played by Kit as Cleon Broadmoor —

WRATH

B. Sept. 1868 to Aug. 1869 | WCMB | GRYFFINDOR | HIT WITCH OR AUROR

"Ivy" grew up in Bridgerton, though as a muggleborn, did not know any of the others until starting at Hogwarts, where she and Persy became very fast friends. Intelligent and confident but with a temper to rival any, she was never the sort of friend that the Broadmoors wanted for their daughter, but was welcomed into the group by all but Thomasin, who found her rough around the edges. Pictured PB is Amita Suman.
— Played by Beanie as Ivy Sandow —

UNDER CONSTRUCTION

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The Cult of Hecate

A secret society of scholar witches?! The Cult of Hecate, unbeknownst to literally everyone, was founded in the early 1400s by a pureblooded witch who, unsatisfied with the fact that the Men in Her Life™ wouldn't let her do anything, murdered her husband, absconded with the literal library in their home, and fled to the continent until things blew over, returning two decades later with a new name and a vision: a collection of women, regardless of wealth or blood, who are willing to eschew the norms of society and, indeed, the order of the natural world in pursuit of knowledge—and the power it brings.

This secret society observes the women around them, looking for those that might make admirable admissions to their ranks:

• Unmarried and 21+
  
• Married and 30+
  
• Legally permitted to use a wand
  

Each year, no more than two of up to five candidates are admitted to their ranks, on the autumn equinox, following a one-month trial period in which they explore what the cult has to offer. Those who are accepted have a world of possibilities opened to them. Those who are not are obliviated and left on their doorsteps, oblivious not only to the cult but much of their own identities.

Though a direct democracy, they are nominally led by a High Priestess and Council of Six who handle whatever day to day matters might arise. The Fates (three seers labelled Maiden, Mother, and Crone) help to guide the Council, and the Cult as a whole in its decisions. The original headquarters, in London, burned down in 1666, and has been replaced by Gorgon House in Edinburgh, where each member is allotted a room but no one actually lives. It bosts a vast library, owlry, astronomy tower, and extensive gardens. It is unplottable, not connected to Floo, and spelled against apparition—the High Priestess serves as secret-keeper of the location, and only members may know of it.

Our Cult

Unless given an actual name, a lot is very flexible.

THE HIGH PRIESTESS

40s | MCAB/UCAB | RAVENCLAW | HIGH PRIESTESS
fate favours those who seek to change it

The current High Priestess was selected by The Fates three years ago after her predecessor was found to have revealed the Cult to her husband. She has a reputation of being firm but fair—both her predecessor and her predecessor's husband were imprisoned in a painting at Gorgon House rather than obliviated or quietely offed, so there's that. She herself is a widow, having married just after joining the Cult and having lost her husband in the disaster at the Sanditon. Pictured PB is Lena Headey.

Immediate Ties:

THE IN

20/30s | MCAB | OPEN HOUSE | MINISTRY, PROBABLY
go with your gut

The daughter of an auror as well, "Luna" has known the Broadmoors for years. Though externally bubbly, she and Persy have long shared a deeper intellect that has allowed them to get along well enough. It is "Luna" who will approach Persy and invite her to the Cult as a prospective member, and who will help ensure she passes the trials set before her. Pictured PB is Gina Rodriguez.

Immediate Ties:

THE CRONE

48-60 | WCPB | SLYTHERIN | SEER
we are but cogs in the machine

Greatly resents being formally referred to as a Crone, and is happy to do so loudly and publicly. Impulsive as all get out, but deeply loyal. Worked as a secretary before being tapped after her 22nd birthday; the previous Crone Saw her and she's worked her way up through the Fates, who have had tragic accidents with absolutely nothing to do with her. Honest. Pictured PB is Octavia Spencer.

Immediate Ties:

THE MOTHER

40-45 | UCAB | HUFFLEPUFF | SEER
through sisterhood, all is possible

Really into the ~working together~ aspect of the Cult, even though there are just as many members who prefer doing their own thing. Often tries to interject herself into the projects and lives of others. Consummate peacekeeper. Pictured PB is Holly Marie Combs.

Immediate Ties:

THE MAIDEN

20s | ACAB | OPEN HOUSE | SEER
on the inside looking out

New to the ranks as of the spring of 1892, the Maiden doesn't altogether want to be here. Frankly, she never much cared for her "gift", and only a combination of pursuit by the other two Fates coupled with her own damn dreams conspiring against her got her in. Oh, she'll keep the Cult's secrets (as well as some of her own) and do her bit, but she's not overjoyed about it by any stretch. Pictured PB is Olivia Cooke.

Immediate Ties:

BELPHOEBE LESTRANGE

1850 | UCPB | RAVENCLAW | UNSPEAKABLE OR SOCIETY WIFE
never let down your guard

Full disclosure, I'mma be real picky about who plays my wife, so please don't take offence if I'm not feeling it <3 Born to the middle class, Belphoebe was altogether a spinster when she met Lucius Lestrange. Her sharp mind was what earned his genuine respect in spite of her sex, and though his second wife (autumn '86), she is the only woman he's ever actually loved. Belphoebe worked in the Department of Mysteries for many years, leaving when she became pregnant with Cicero (b. summer '87), her only child. She may have returned to work after learning she is unlikely to produce more children in '89. Belphoebe does not engage overmuch with the other Cultists, but will attend votes. She was previously played. Preferred PB is Charlotte Riley.

Immediate Ties: Lucius Lestrange Cassius Lestrange Seneca Lestrange Tiberius Lestrange
Bonus Ties: Adrienne Lestrange Mariana Macnair , everyone else with the last name "Lestrange", "Macnair", or "Pendergast"

THEY'VE GOT POTENTIAL

For your browsing pleasure, a list of want ads that I thought could make good current or future cultists but it's up to literally everyone involved <3

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THE GREAT AWAKENING Hello friends!  Before we get started, I do have a few policies regarding my adoptables: Please reserve your character with me before apping! Obviously, I'd prefer activity from anyone to take these on XD If, after six months, I don't think you're doing much with them (I have very lax standards, don't worry!), I reserve the right to ask you to give them up so someone more active may take them on. I'll give you two weeks after loosing a character in an AC before I put them back up for grabs! If you drop them via Maintenance, they become immediately available again. If you just want to temp drop them, talk to me first! :) Anyone picking up one of my ads must include the family and personality sections. I provide the family in all my applications so just mentioning the names is quite fine by me. Personality can be as minimal as three basic traits, just so I know for sure that our ideas of the character mesh. If you have any questions about any of the characters below, fire off a PM to Aldous Crouch, catch me on skype, or stalk me in the cbox ;) last updated jan. 6, 2025 THE FAMILY ROWLE Patriarch Algernon Rowle is a control freak in the extreme. In fact, he is such a control freak that he eventually just put all his children under the Imperius Curse so he wouldn’t have to worry about them ruining everything. Unfortunately for him, he is in a coma following a stroke and the children are Awake Now. WHAT WILL THEY DO ONCE THEY PIECE TOGETHER WHAT HE HAS DONE? Our Primary Cast Robert Rowle | Philip Rowle | Seraphina Bythesea | Miranda Rowle | Edwin Rowle Our Supporting Players IRIS ROWLE 1880 | UCPB | SLYTHERCLAW | SECOND/THIRD YEAR ('93) Merlin's beard, Iris should have been a boy. Oh, she doesn't want to play quidditch or wrestle or anything like that, but she has a sharp intellect and great ambitions that she expects her father to do everything in his power to quash. She pushes the line but doesn't quite cross it in any meaningful way, but grows more and more frustrated by the narrow mold her family expects her to fit into. PB is open, but should fit the family. Immediate Ties: Robert Rowle Philippa Rowle Harriet Bythesea Forsythia Rowle Sybilla Rowle Bonus Ties: Seraphina Bythesea Philip Rowle Edwin Rowle Alexandra Rowle Algernon Rowle Potential Ties: Honoria Rookwood Charity Lloyd Lucy Tatting, other Hogwarts students & staff ESMOND ROWLE 1884 | UCPB | UNKNOWN | THE HEIR'S HEIR The firstborn son to a firstborn son, Esmond has known for as long as he can remember what is expected of him, and puts on an excellent front—when people who matter are looking. First to his nanny, and now to his governess, though, he is an absolute hellion prone to distruction, chaos, and general mischief. PB is open, but should fit the family. Immediate Ties: Robert Rowle Forsythia Rowle Sybilla Rowle Bonus Ties: Philip Rowle Philippa Rowle Alexandra Rowle Seraphina Bythesea Edwin Rowle Algernon Rowle Harriet Bythesea

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b. 40+ | UCPB | Slyther/Claw | Suggested PB: Tim Roth but open

On the surface, he is the epitome of a traditional pureblood member of the ton—reserved, formal, and seemingly rigid in his ways. His attire is always impeccably tailored, and he adheres to the highest standards of decorum. Vera considers him insufferably boring and stuffy, viewing his public adherence to tradition and propriety as a sign of a dull personality.

However, behind the scenes she couldn't be more wrong. In his youth he was a keen underground boxer. How he is the mysterious Viper (or some other pseudonym), that runs many of the better underground boxing events, as well as dog fighting and periodic dragon baiting events. If it's illegal and rich men like doing it - chances are he has a hand in it. He also deals in rare and sometimes illegal magical artefacts.

He has been married at least once before - and has children of varying ages, but no living sons. He needs an heir.

He is a friend of her parents, possibly more her mother than father. They each think the other is boring and 'typical'. Her mother at least see's Vera as a potential source of heirs for him. No specific endgame, but open to chat - but I would like them to be terrible influences on each other.

The very definition of a found family - the performers have a strong sense of solidarity born out of shared experiences of marginalisation and a desire for acceptance and dignity. While there are some who can 'pass', most have their own reason to not participate in what could be considered 'normal' society. For some it is a physical distinction that sets them apart, their history or personal circumstances, and for a few its as much as they just don't want to play by societies rules. They care for each other and protect each other from the outside world, even if relationships can be rocky within the show.

The Mermaid

b. 20+ | WCAB | Long Way From Home | Suggested PB: open

The Mermaid was never good in school, never wanted the drudgery her parents expected of her - service or a factory - neither suited. She performs in a large glass tank on the stage in a tail. She doesn't appear to use magic in her act, other than to accentuate the aesthetics of her act, which makes it all the more impressive.

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The Desert Spider

b. 20+ | WCAB | Long Way From Home | Suggested PB: open

Running from who or Merlin knows what, the 'Spider' joined up with Ephram in the Asia. Her performance is Corde/Tissue lisse acrobatics. No one in the show knows much about her past. She rarely uses magic in her act.

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The Bat

b. 20+ | WCAB | Long Way From Home | Suggested PB: open

A man whose past is less than salubrious, where he learned his skills is the subject of lots of stories - he tells everyone a different version - so its hard to know whats right - if any of them are. He keeps to himself, doesn't share a great deal.

His act has its basis in traditional trapeze but augmented by magic that he performs wandlessly while doing the show - perhaps the most impressive part of his performance.

The Tamer

b. 30+ | WCAB | Born to be wild | Suggested PB: open

This act involves magical creature displays and trained performances - like traditional lion taming but with magical beasts. Where possible the creatures are made to display their most notable magical quality. It is a dangerous act and he is badly scared in places where the trick has gone wrong.

Married to 'The Rider', she assists him in some of his tricks, he is a self conscious and quiet man. Ephram likes him a great deal but he finds Ephram a bit much most of the time.

The Rider

b. 20+ | WCAB | The Mother | Suggested PB: open

In her act she performs tricks with magical equine, showing off their beauty and performing tricks while on horseback. She is married to The Tamer. They eloped together to escape the judgement of his family, who didn't think she was good enough for him.
She is kind and maternal, a bit of a mother to all the members of the show

The Clown

b. 20+ | WCAB | Saddest Clown | Suggested PB: open

He trained as a clown, legitimately trained, working in Varieté shows all across Europe. He has a more extensive magical education than his role would imply. His act involves using harmless jinxes and hexes to entertain the audience and using transfiguration magic for comedic effect, changing their appearances or props in surprising ways.

He was a second son, who really couldn't cope with the 'spare' designation and basically noped out of his life! He has a wife and children - somewhere.

The Painting

b. 20+ | WCAB | Beauty is Pain | Suggested PB: open

Covered from head to toe in magical tattoos - the paintings act is predominantly posing showing off the tattoos to best effect. The images change and shift making it a fascinating display. They also do some sword swallowing, or similar, something else while they are showing off their tattoos

The Maldictus

b. 20+ | WCAB | Cursed | Suggested PB: open

Born a Maldictus - along with their whole family, each has a different form, but the audience delights to watch in horror in as these siblings transform into their cursed forms.

The Son

b. 20+ | WCAB | I used to be rich! | Suggested PB: open

An Eldest born son, or rather he thought he was, but his father revealed to him that he was his mothers bastard. As a boy/young teen he was mistreated by his father, and he decided that life on the run was preferable to his treatment. He joined the show as a fire breathing, performing tricks with real flame, augmented by magic.

The Squib

b. 20+ | WCAB | The Pretender | Suggested PB: open

A squib in a family that really didn't like that, there was a time when they thought they might actually be in danger if they stayed at their home. They are not a real seer, but instead pretends to be such, and pretends they are not a squib. Ephraim knows- or at least suspects that they are not real, but also doesn't care.

The Ghostly Brothers

b. Ageless | Spirit | Death Defying Performances | Suggested PB: open

The brothers had wanted to be performers in life but their families expectations hadn't allowed that. When they met an untimely end together, they decided to come up with an act together, making the most of their ghostly abilities in their performances.

The Giant

b. 20+ | WCAB | Questionable Lineage | Suggested PB: open

He claims to be a part giant but this isn't confirmed - Ephraim isn't even convinced he is a wizard. But he knew about Hogwarts so the story at least has enough plausible deniability to suit Ephram. The giants act is mostly marvelling people at his height - but he also has a strong man act that goes as part of it.

The Huntress

b. 20+ | WCAB | Targeted | Suggested PB: open

Another performers whose magical status is in question. She either has very little magic, or none at all - really no one has seen her use magic and her skills are more impressive as a result. Like the giant she knew enough to convince Ephraim he wasn't breaking any rules by having her join the show, but he didn't look too hard at it. She performs trick shots and other feats of accuracy.

The Dancer

b. 20+ | WCAB | Runaway| Suggested PB: open

She met Ephraim in the continent, she had already been on the run for a while before. She was one of the first to join the show- initially grateful for the protection - and Ephraims ability to negotiate better rates for her performances. Few of the performers know that she is one of the better paid members of the show - because she was in so early and was able to get a good percentage rate for her performances.

These are just some suggestions, or acts/people mentioned in Ephrams posting. There is capacity and scope for other acts, even similar or related skills - No limits on blood or part humans, indeed the more unique the combination the better! It's also somewhere where criminals and those seeking to reform their lives could hide out, not be asked too many questions and have the rest of the show deny they've ever heard of you if the cops ask.

The Wildflowers

Aka a Girl Gang for Daffodil Grimstone. Please double up! This would be a newer development! All of these ladies are flexible, as are the PBs, I'm still just a little obsessed with the Buccaneers.

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The Roommate Delphine Hunniford	20-25ish | WC/MCAB human unattached | rep 7+ open occupation Open to a wide variety here! Daff has a two-bedroom flat above her shop that she wants to rent the second bedroom out for some additional income. It would be another female in the 17-25 range, who also works, probably in London. Must be good with pets, as Daffy has both a corgi named Winston and a large cat, Beatrix.  Somebody new to London; somebody Daff vaguely knew in school but not well; a friend of a friend; etc.  I imagine her being outgoing and maybe a little loud, witty and independent, but backstory is wide open! Played by Nichole!
The Free Spirit [Aubri Ibrag]	20-25ish| WC/MCAB human unattached | 7+ rep open occupation With the new roommate comes a new friend group and Daff is ready for some girlfriends in her life! The Free Spirit could go a few ways, though I would almost like for her to be a seer and really play into it. Perhaps she does it for her occupation, does it at parties for show, but it has a dark side she tries to downplay. Or something, I'm so very open! Reserved for Gin!
The Responsible One [Alisha Boe]	23-25ish | WC/MCAB human unattached | 7+ rep Wildflower's Manager With a flock of somewhat flighty of friends around her, the Responsible One has stepped in to be Daff's manager at the florist in wake of the wedding and taking on some of the business end of the shop. She's also taken over Daff's room upstairs in the apartment. She's got a better head for business than Daff does, so is likely to find some errors or impractical  practices that Daff is completely open to fix. Pretty open and flexible, so reach out if you have something that sorta fits!
The Sweetheart [Francesca Corney]	20-23ish| WC/MCAB human unattached | 7+ rep open occupation Nice to a fault, the Sweetheart is the optimist and likely the youngest of the group. She may be the only MC deb or pursues some sort of post-Hogwarts education, but she is a ray of sunshine and friendly to the point of flirtation. She's likely also a little gullible and naïve, but has a good heart and wants nothing more than to marry and start a family.
The Shop Assistant(s)	17-25 | WC/MCAB human | 7+ rep With the opening of Wildflowers in late October 1892, Daffy quickly found the need for a shop assistant (or two!) to help her around the shop, with deliveries and Daff is fully prepared to train her employees in designing arrangements if they wish! She pays as well as she can, but this would suit a working class or lower middle class woman who is probably unmarried. Could also work for a youngish MC lass who wants to do something with her free time after marriage? I'm not super picky. Basic math and writing skills required for inventory and invoicing!

The Knave of Cups

An early skeptic of their plans, the Knave become ardently devoted to acquiring the skill of speaking with the dead after he lost someone close to him. After some years of study and a ritual that took a significant toll, he has this ability — but was still unable to speak to the one person he was seeking. It took another year for him to discover that was because they never died in the first place — they merely ran off and were living elsewhere, presumably never sparing a thought for him. He is now deeply jaded about essentially everything and often verbally hostile (though still deeply loyal) to the rest of the group. Pictured: Jack Falahee

The King of Wands

Unlike the Page, the King did not come from privilege and did not enter into this agreement from naivite — rather, he knew he had nothing to lose where he was, and no way of catapulting himself into the life he desired without drastic measures. He sought influence from their meddling, and acquired it — he has a reputation as charming and charismatic and likely holds a position or occupation which relies on this. While not malicious or conniving generally, he may go to extreme ends to keep from losing what he gained through dark magic. Pictured: Tom Felton

RESERVED - NICHOLE

THE INHERITENCE HUNGER GAMES

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last updated jan. 18, 2025

Dramatis Personae

Erasmus is a consummate Slytherin: he always wants more, and as far as he is concerned, damn well deserves it. This extended to his romantic life where, in addition to the traditional wife, he took a lover, Emmeline Picquery, in New York, which he frequented. The two were linked for many years, resulting in the birth of one Albion Picquery.

Names are flexible. Ethnicities should be either black or white.*
* Obviously first on board will have a great deal of impact here xD

Our Patriarch

THE HEAD OF THE FAMILY

1830ish | UCPB/UCHB | SLYTHERIN | BUSINESS/WIZENGAMOT*

Erasmus did something out of character when he learned of his youngest's death: he recognized he had made a mistake. None of his children, in his estimation, were worth inheriting what he had amassed in his life—indeed, born to the lower reaches of the middle class, he had climbed quite far in his decades of life. True, that was mostly their shortcomings, but also his own.

Time for a ringer, then.

Erasmus and Albion have never been close, nor has their relationship been a very paternal one, but Erasmus believes he loves all his children, and believing is just as good as that actually being the case. Besides, his boy is sensible, capable, and the only embarrassment about him is his birth—something that can surely be overcome. Best case scenario, as Erasmus sees it, Albion's arrival kicks his other children into gear. Worst case, the American proves to be the best man for the job. Either way, it's going to be entertaining.

Erasmus is charismatic and good-humoured, but not a fool. Why he kept Albion a secret is up to you! Pictured PB is Denzel Washington.

* Requires staff approval.

Immediate Ties: Albion Picquery
Potential Ties: Ozymandias Dempsey Murdock Greyback Lucius Lestrange Roman Crouch Faustus Prewett Konstantin Fisk Percival Adlard Justin Ross Algernon Rowle

Our Contenders

Albion Picquery | Leo Goshawk | Cygnus | Ursa

THE GARDEN TOOL

1865-1869 | UCAB | GRYFFINPUFF | PROFESSIONAL QUIDDITCH

The eldest son until that other one strode through the door, Scorpius is, by all accounts, the product of privilege. The Problem, According to Erasmus: he is a quidditch player and has absolutely zero ambition. Well, he has always possessed drive, it's just been directed in wholly wrong areas. A gambling ring during his Hogwarts years. Collecting women like pokemon cards. He is a rake, through and through, and while reformed rakes might make the best husbands, Erasmus isn't certain this one will reform enough to lead the family into the next generation.

His initial reactions to Albion's arrival have centered around indignation and amusement, oscillating between the two quite frequently. Once Ursa starts whispering in his ear, will jealousy rear its ugly head? Will broom sports be enough to bond the brothers? Pictured is Rome Flynn

— RESERVED for LAUREN —
Immediate Ties: Albion Picquery
Potential Ties: Jack Humphrey-Mavis Alastair Danaher Theodore Gallivan Arthur Pettigrew Leander Hobday Esteban Zavala Calla Potts Madeline Bell; other people in the extended Quidditch diaspora

THE MUNDANE

1867-1871 | UC SQUIB | SLYTHERDOR | GENTLEMAN OF LEISURE

Cygnus is, by all accounts, a good person. He is intelligent and just. The Problem, According to Erasmus: He also has no magic. At all. Not a single, magical bone in his body. In the muggle world, he would have been the ideal heir, but this is a whole other ball game.

His initial reactions to Albion's arrival have centered around shock and confusion, but may turn to distrust once Ursa starts whispering in his ear. Pictured is Alfred Enoch

Immediate Ties: Albion Picquery

THE BRAINS OF THE OPERATION

1870-1875 | UCAB | SLYTHERCLAW | DEBUTANTE FOR NOW

The only daughter, Ursa inherited the best and worst from her parents. From her mother, beauty and the gift of anticipating the needs and desires around her, but also a bitter streak. From her father, a shrewd mind and charisma, but also an innate insincerity that even she doesn't quite realize. The Problem, According to Erasmus: she is a woman. It's as simple as that. Look, Erasmus was an early adopter of the concept of the American Dream, but even he's too conservative to apply that to women. She will be lovely and marry well and then he will see her on holidays. She, however, is not at all content with this.

Of all the children, Ursa is the only one to see Albion's arrival as what it is a threat. She will try to get her brother's on side, to create a united front—but this chess; it requires a longer game. Pictured is Arsema Thomas

Immediate Ties: Albion Picquery
Potential Ties: You see all those eligible bachelors? The wealthy debutantes? Them.
Double Duty: Lady Love

Our Supporting Players

THE ICE QUEEN

1840-1848 | UCAB | NOT HUFFLEPUFF | SOCIALITE

To say [b]Lenore was startled when her husband's son showed up at her London address is... an understatement. Absolutely livid is probably closer to the mark. This ire is directed most fully at her husband—though never outside the family; she would never air dirty laundry. To Albion, she maintains a tactic of simply pretending he isn't there. Even at the same dinner table. Pictured is Lena Headey

Immediate Ties: Albion Picquery
Potential Ties: The women of society, you know how one does.

THE WEE GHOSTIE

1878 | UCPB/UCHB | OPEN HOUSE | SPIRITUAL NUISANCE

Rigel was born the baby of the family, but now, is doomed to roam the earth long after the rest of them are dead. A freak accident at the 92/93 new year took the lad's life but he was not about to shuffle off the mortal plane. Enter: his ghost era. His parents and siblings are all varying degrees of horrified that he's still ~around. Fortunately, he spends most of the school term with his friends/causing problems at Hogwarts. Pictured PB is Miles Brown.

Immediate Ties: Albion Picquery
Potential Ties: James Fletcher Tennyson Halstead Benedict Hunter Yuri Podsnapper Cadogan Glynn Charles Whymper Basel Meighan Fortitude Greengrass Sapphire Weasley Desiderius Morgan; other Hogwarts students and staff

THE ALLY?

1855-1867 | UCAB/MCAB | OPEN HOUSE | OPEN OCCUPATION

Lenore's nephew, Clifford grew up with a generally good relationship with his cousins, and is the sort to ingratiate himself with those around him. He and Albion develop a tentative friendship not long after the latter's arrival. Is it genuine, though, or has Clifford worked out Erasmus' intentions—and decided to try to steal the metaphorical crown for himself? Pictured is Fabien Frankel.

Could be filled by an existing character!

Immediate Ties: Albion Picquery
Double Duty: The Youngest Brother Flint, Bertram Blackwood II, Rupert Hart, Ethan Harper, Johnny Flannagan, Albert Pettigrew, Mr. Doge