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Valae Heavenshield (Kitra)

Name: Valae Heavenshield (formerly Kitra)
Faction: The Dawnguard (current), Order of the Silver Jedi
Rank: Former Grandmaster of the Silver Jedi, Jedi Master, Healer
Species: Human
Age: Early 50's
Sex: Female
Height: 5’5’’
Weight: 115 lbs
Eyes: Brown
Hair: Brown, wavy
Skin: Fair
Force Sensitive: Yes

Appearance: Valae is on the petite side, standing average height but a bit underweight. She has medium length wavy hair that is usually worn up in a messy bun. She is most recognizable by her large, brown eyes and her bright smile. Having grown up in the desert, she tends to tan rather easily.

Personality: She enjoys the simple pleasures in life. During her time with the Silver Jedi, she had gained a reputation for being kind, friendly, and most knew about her penchant for food. It was a well-known fact that hunger often revealed Valae's grumpier side. While she is generally friendly, she does suffer from bouts of awkwardness. Valae tends to have an optimistic and energetic outlook, but does struggle quite a lot with self-doubt.

Strengths:
  • Loyal: a friend for life!
  • Friendly and kind: she is very good at connecting with others - Caretaker: she never hesitates to put the needs of others before her own

Weaknesses:
  • Low self-esteem: struggles with self-doubt when faced with obstacles or frustration
  • Not a fighter: when push comes to shove, she'd rather curl up in a ball
  • Thin skin: at times she takes challenges and criticism personally

PRE-RP HISTORY:

Family:

Atticus Kitra (Father – deceased)
Paisley Kitra (Mother – deceased)

Valae grew up on the fringes of Mos Eisley, living in a small home with her parents. They had the essentials, but never had any of the finer things in life. Despite a somewhat depressing living situation, young Valae managed to maintain a fairly sunny outlook on life. Even from a young age she knew there was something that made her different from other people. She would often have strange dreams or witness small flashes of uncanny insight.Valae and her parents often wrote these occurrences off as luck or strange coincidences.

Life took a turn for the worse when Valae’s mother passed away. After her mother’s death, her father fell into dark times, nearly succumbing to a spice addiction. As her father was unable to care for her for a time, she lived with her grandmother until he was back on his feet (from age 10-13). Even after she returned to her family home, she knew that her father had been forever changed. Though he had given up spice, he continued to live the life of a drunk.

Atticus and Valae operated a scrap yard; it was a very small business that barely managed to support them. As Valae often had to run the business by herself, it was hardly considered competition for the other salvagers in the area. When times were especially tough, she worked part-time at the Mos Eisley Cantina for some extra credits. There were many occasions when the responsibilities of both jobs overwhelmed Valae. Although her father hadn’t been much of an example for her, she had been determined to stay by his side.

RECENT HISTORY:

Adoptive Family:

Father: Thurion Heavenshield
Mother: Coci Heavenshield
Theodred Heavenshield (brother), Ylva Heavenshield (sister in law), Thora Heavenshield (niece)
Thirdas Heavenshield (brother)

Husband: Njal Jorunn (NPC)
Children: [member="Alva Heavenshield"]


Shortly following the death of her father, Valae met [member="Thurion Heavenshield"], the Grandmaster of the Silver Jedi. What started as a chance meeting in the desert, quickly blossomed into a close relationship as master and apprentice. As Valae had no experience with the force, she was quickly taken to Voss to begin her studies at the Silver Temple. Away from her childhood home, Valae learned that life was very different, and the ways of the Jedi were nothing short of astounding. Even the basics were difficult for the padawan to grasp, especially during her lessons. She always had been the kind that learned best through experience. However, there was no shortage of experience – as she was lucky enough to travel at her master’s side during many missions. Valae looked up to Thurion, and came to view him as a father-figure. And though the experience of fighting Rakghouls on Galidraan eventually led to a brief departure from the Silver Jedi, she still hoped to make him proud.

That dark night on Galidraan showed Valae that the galaxy is full of darkness. She realized that she did not want to use a saber in battle; it was not her place -- the experience left her feeling conflicted. Valae left Voss with intentions of exploring on her own for a spell, to continue honing her skills, and to hopefully find her true calling. After traveling the galaxy on her own, Valae happened upon the Order of the Sacred Lotus on Monastery, but ultimately returned to the Silver Jedi.

Shortly after her return, she was named Master of the Order by Arisa Yune, the current Grandmaster. She served in this capacity and as a figure-head of the Silver Circle, a group of healers within the Order. However, her things would take an unexpected turn when Yune stepped down, naming Valae her successor. Grandmaster was a role that she had accepted with hesitance, she had never fancied herself much of a leader, let alone the leader of such a well-known organization. But, Valae surprised even herself as she grew into the role, following in the footsteps of her Master -- Thurion Heavenshield. She led the Silver Jedi with a gentle hand, favoring humanitarian work over battle.

During her time as Grandmaster, war did come calling. It was with a heavy heart that she saw the Order face battle with the Sith and the Imperials. The light side fought hard, but did suffer many losses during this time -- including Valae's best friend, General Arisa Yune. After such a crushing defeat, it was Valae that led the effort to move the Order from their home on Voss to the forest-world of Kashyyyk. It was her hope to escape the crushing reach of the Sith Empire, and re-group closer to the core. Valae was pleased to see the Order survive the move, and continue to grow on a new world.

After seeing the Order through their move and ensuring they had a strong foundation to build upon, Valae stepped down as Grandmaster and followed in her adoptive father's footsteps -- and moved to Midvinter to retire. She would settle in Fridheim and begin work as lead healer at Eirin's Reach, and it was here that she first met her future husband. Njal Jorunn had been brought to the Reach after being thrown from a wild horse -- a steed that he was attempting to train. The two of them bonded during his care, and once he was well enough to leave the Reach, Njal began to court Valae. It wasn't long before Valae and Njal were wed -- and a daughter, Alva, was soon to follow.

They currently live in Fridheim.

ABILITIES:
While she was able to attain Master rank, it was not an easy journey for Valae. She has always struggled with the idea of combat, and her skills are below average in that regard as a result. Though she does carry a saber, it is rarely used. She may be able to hold her own, if pressed. She tends to favor abilities like force blinding and stun, if she is forced into combat. Valae is able to use the basic force powers fairly well (telekinesis, force push, ect), but her skills are average. She excels at force protection, and will readily utilize this ability to protect herself and others. Valae has also shown promise with force healing and revitalize.

NOTABLE POSESSIONS:
A Brooch [Heraldry of House Heavenshield, given by Thurion Heavenshield]
Robes

SHIP:
The Tumbleweed

KILLS:
None

BOUNTIES COLLECTED:
None
 
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ROLE-PLAYS

Padawan years:

Knight years:

Master/Grandmaster
Personal:
Fair-weather Friends and The Pirate's Foe
The Art of War
Drink to Your Health
Where the Road Will Take Me
A Helping Hand
A Neglected Conscience
Night Terrors
A Light Embrace
Books and Boundaries
Prudii'kad Will Mean Something Again
Rumble in the Jungle [Koda Fett - Bounty]
Reboot
Changing Light
A Frozen Treasure
Where Shadows Gather
Waking From A Nightmare
Where Trees Take Root
There Will Be Cake
Shadows Need Light Too
Penance
Full Circle
Tall Trees
Tear It Up

Training:
Forever A Student [SJO]
Getting Started

Faction:
Pale Blue Dot [SJO Dominion of Ceraluen Hex]
Through the Wreckage [SJO Dominion of Charros IV Hex]
The Light of Ashla [SJO/Alderaan]
Dystopia [SJO Dominion of Chandaar Hex]
Operation: Arctic Temperance [Iron Empire Dominion of Olstyn feat. Dawnguard]
The Unifying Force [NJO, SJO, JO]
A Somber Homecoming [Mirial Aftermath]
Time to Say Goodbye [SJO Farewell to Voss]
A Fresh Start [SJO on Kashyyyk]
Farmville [SJO Dominion of Balamak]
Stand for Something [CIS/SJO]
Among the Tall Trees [FWC/SJO]
Eat, Drink & Be Merry [SJO Banquet]
Common People's Sun [CSA/SJO]
It's A Wonderful Life (Day)
I, Rebel [CIS, SJO, GA, ORC]
Forests and Lava Flows
I'm Tired of These Games
Into the Valley [SJO Dominion of Ruusan]
Drink, Ya Nerf Herders [IE Banquet]
Honey, I'm Home!
Home Aint Never Home
The Woods are Lovely, Dark, and Deep
Silver Salutations
New Haven [SJO Dominion of Durkteel]
The Bogan's Wraith
A Place of Healing [GA/CIS & Allies]
Good Food, Good Friends
Red Flag
Amity
We've Got the Moves like Jabba [CIS Dom of Tatooine]
All Good Things...

Invasions/Skirmishes:
The Shadows' Awakening (SA vs SJO)
Eklipse das Licht; Imperial Invasion of the Silver Jedi Charros IV Hex
We Will Not Forgive | First Order Invasion of Silver Jedi Order Held Ossus Hex

Retirement:
Union of Ice and Fire
The Calm of Still Water
 
Valae Kitra said:
Valae looked up to Thurion, and came to view him as a father-figure. And though the experience of fighting Rakghouls on Galidraan eventually led her to departure from the Silver Jedi, there is still a wish to make him proud.
You made me proud the moment you chose to leave your old life behind to become a Jedi, kiddo. Until next we meet. ^_^

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