༒ 𝐊𝐞𝐞𝐩𝐞𝐫 𝐨𝐟 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐃𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐦 𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐦 ༒

𝔄𝔞𝔰𝔦𝔪𝔞𝔯 𝔒𝔣 𝔏𝔞𝔡𝔶 ℑ𝔱𝔲𝔰

𝓐 𝓜𝓪𝓰𝓷𝓸𝓵𝓲𝓪 𝓘𝓷𝓼𝓹𝓲𝓻𝓮𝓭 𝓒𝓱𝓪𝓻𝓪𝓬𝓽𝓮𝓻

Ⅰ ⁱⁿᵗʳᵒᵈᵘᶜᵗⁱᵒⁿ

Ⅱ ᵍᵉⁿᵉʳᵃˡ

Ⅲ ᵃᵖᵖᵉᵃʳᵃⁿᶜᵉ

Ⅳ ʰᵉᵃˡᵗʰ

Ⅴ ᵖᵉʳˢᵒⁿᵃˡⁱᵗʸ

Ⅵ ʳᵉˡᵃᵗⁱᵒⁿˢʰⁱᵖˢ

Ⅶ ʰⁱˢᵗᵒʳʸ

Ⅷ ᵃᵇⁱˡⁱᵗⁱᵉˢ

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Ⅰ ⁱⁿᵗʳᵒᵈᵘᶜᵗⁱᵒⁿ

𝐈𝐑𝐄𝐍𝐀

𝐀𝐥𝐢𝐚𝐬𝐞𝐬

As the Keeper of the Dream Realm, she serves as its vigilant protector, wielding the knowledge and power needed to safeguard its mystical landscapes. Her role itself signifies a deep responsibility, guiding and preserving the ethereal realm against all who might seek to exploit its essence.

Being the Last Daughter of the Dream Keepers only adding a layer of heritage and isolation to her identity. She is the final heir of an ancient elven line of protectors, the last in a long lineage entrusted with the Dream Realm’s safety. She holds immense power and wisdom but also the heavy burden she carries as the sole remaining Keeper.

𝐧𝐨𝐰 𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐲𝐢𝐧𝐠 ➤: 𝐁𝐄𝐅𝐎𝐑𝐄 𝐈’𝐌 𝐃𝐄𝐀𝐃, 𝐁𝐲 𝐊𝐢𝐝𝐧𝐞𝐲 𝐓𝐡𝐢𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐬

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”𝐈 𝐚𝐦 𝐧𝐨𝐭 𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝 𝐛𝐲 𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲’𝐬 𝐥𝐚𝐰𝐬. 𝐈𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐦 𝐨𝐟 𝐝𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐦𝐬, 𝐈 𝐚𝐦 𝐛𝐨𝐭𝐡 𝐜𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐨𝐫 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐝𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐨𝐲𝐞𝐫...“

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Ⅱ

༺ 𝐎𝐫𝐢𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐬 ༻

Irena’s existence was rooted in the 𝐬𝐚𝐜𝐫𝐞𝐝 𝐫𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫 that bridged the 𝐏𝐡𝐲𝐬𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 and 𝐃𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐦 𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐦𝐬, a river blessed by the goddess Istus, whose influence extended over the balance of nature, the stars, and the very fabric of existence. This river, flowing through both realms, was the link through which Irena’s vessel was birthed, making her a Keeper of the Dream Realm. For centuries, she honed her abilities, aiding in the weaving of dreams and guiding their manifestations, all the while learning the intricate practices of arcane magic. The Keepers an elven species, created by Lady Istus herself, were entrusted with maintaining the balance within the Dream Realm, ensuring that its purpose remained aligned with the sacred order of existence.

However, this harmony was not to last. A prophecy foretold the rise of a greedy king whose corruption threatened to engulf both the Dream and physical realms. The Keepers, including Irena, attempted to influence the king’s dreams toward a path of righteousness, but his heart was already consumed by darkness. Rejected by his stubbornness, the Keepers’ efforts only deepened his descent into madness. With destructive sorcery, the mad king crossed the boundary between realms, invading the Dream Realm with violence. In his vengeful rage, he slaughtered nearly all the Keepers, over looking young Irena young, inexperienced, and barely understanding the vast responsibilities of her role.

In what she thought was her final moments, the realm around her fell apart, the Mother of the Dream Realm, Lady Istus, appeared to Irena. With wisdom, she guided her daughter to the darkest, most nightmarish depths of the Dream Realm, a place where an inexperienced Keeper should never venture to. This was a realm of chaos, a place untouched by the balance that had been the foundation of the Dream Realm. Istus knew that the mad king, driven by his own fear and delusions, would be consumed by the horrors within. Irena was bait for the king. She also knew that Irena would become tainted by the realm’s chaotic energy, a fate that would leave a mark on her spirit forever. However, the decision was made knowing that Irena would become an even stronger protector for the realm.

Irena emerged from the nightmare transformed. The chaotic essence of the realm seeped into her, and in the process, she became the very thing she feared an embodiment of chaos. While Istus had wisdom won against the king, she was never seen again. Her disappearance left the weight of the Dream Realm’s balance in Irena’s hands.

Irena, though not a demi-goddess like her mother, held enough power and more to continue Istus’ work. Her mother’s final lesson, one of the the three truths of balance, still echoed in her mind: “For the Eternal Circle to turn, all things must exist in Balance. There is a place for everything naturally somewhere in the world. Death exists because it must, and winter comes because it is part of the cycle. Nature is wild and dangerous, and the predator is just as much a part of the world as the prey.”

Despite the taint within her, Irena’s duty remained the same: to maintain the balance of the Dream Realm and the natural world, even as she grappled with the chaotic forces within her own being. The mad king’s fate, now intertwined with hers, would rest on her ability to rise above her own darkness and restore the harmony that Istus had once fought to preserve.

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”𝐈𝐭 𝐰𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐛𝐞 𝐚𝐧 𝐡𝐨𝐧𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐨 𝐝𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐭𝐨 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐞𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐧𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭.“

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Ⅲ ᵃᵖᵖᵉᵃʳᵃⁿᶜᵉ

𝐀𝐠𝐞

Physically 20, Centuries old. She had forgotten her age, but she knows she has lived for millenniums and she has been a lonesome sage continuing her work as a guardian and repairing the damage that the mad king inflicted upon the guardian race. She molds guardians but they are merely statues with weaker abilities, they are not the same manifestation because she isnt the ‘Mother’, Irena is the last daughter of the dream realm and has not been blessed traditionally by her people to become mother of the dream realm due slaughter of her. And to be a mother, she must have a heart of purity.

𝐁𝐢𝐫𝐭𝐡𝐝𝐚𝐲

December 25th

As 𝐋𝐚𝐝𝐲 𝐈𝐬𝐭𝐮𝐬 began to mold Irena’s body from her own bone marrow, sand, and clay, all that Irena could from her birth is how gentle her mothers hands were as she shaped her daughters body, the flowing river of the dream realm felt cool against her forming skin as her insides felt warm and wet.

𝐆𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫/𝐑𝐚𝐜𝐞

Female, elf.

𝐇𝐞𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭

In the human realm she is 5’0. Although in the dream realm she stands tall at 7’0. She is at her immortal prime when she is in the dream realm.

𝐄𝐲𝐞𝐬

Blazed Goldish, yellow. If one looks closely to her eyes, there are shimmers that move like a flowing galaxy of stars. Her eyes remain closed for the most part, she doesn’t need them to see. Although, if she does open her eyes know that you are either in grave danger or she feels warmly of you.

𝐅𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞𝐬

Irena’s features are soft and porcelain similar to a dolls features. Her body is slim and shape of an hourglass. Her eyes are a blazed gold, her face is round with a sharp jawline, she has a few beauty marks that litter her body, and her hair is short, just above her shoulders in the human realm. Although, in the dream realm her hair cast below her bottom.

𝐏𝐞𝐫𝐟𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐝 𝐎𝐮𝐭𝐟𝐢𝐭(𝐬)

Irena prefers elegant, flowing white robes, sheets and laces that symbolize her role as a Keepee, adorned with intricate gold jewelry that highlights her status. The robes are simple yet regal, reflecting both her refined nature and her connection to the divine. Intricate patterns are often embroidered that speak of ancient practices. The gold jewelry, often in the form of delicate bracelets, necklaces, and earrings, adds a touch of luxury and power, emphasizing her strength and wisdom. Her attire is both practical for her duties and a reminder of the beauty and grace she effortlessly carries.

༺༻

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“𝐈𝐬 𝐢𝐭 𝐚 𝐛𝐥𝐚𝐝𝐞 𝐨𝐫 𝐚 𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐞𝐥𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐜𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐮𝐩𝐨𝐧..?“

𝐌𝐚𝐠𝐧𝐨𝐥𝐢𝐚 𝐆𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐩 𝐑𝐏𝐆

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Ⅳ ʰᵉᵃˡᵗʰ

𝐄𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐠𝐲 𝐋𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥

Irena possesses a high level of energy, often channeling it into her quest for vengeance and her keepership duties. However, her intense focus on her goals can sometimes lead to moments of burnout, as she pushes herself to the limit without rest.

𝐌𝐞𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐲 𝐋𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥

Irena has an exceptional memory, sharpened by centuries of experience through her bonded s and loss. The trauma of her past is deeply ingrained, and she vividly recalls the massacre of her realm and the death of her mother, which haunts her in both moments of reflection and anger.

𝐄𝐦𝐨𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲

Irena struggles with emotional stability due to her inner conflicting turmoil. While her protective instincts and desire for love keep her grounded at times, her overwhelming thirst for vengeance and loneliness can destabilize her, leading to moments of intense anger or melancholy.

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Ⅴ ᵖᵉʳˢᵒⁿᵃˡⁱᵗʸ

𝐏𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐭’𝐬

Irena is driven by a burning desire for vengeance after witnessing the massacre of her fellow Keepers and the death of her Mother. This desire fuels her every action, making her a relentless and formidable adversary. She often wonders if she would have came out differently if she did not choose to hid in the nightmare realm that day. Despite her fierce nature, her original purpose as a protector remains, and she is fiercely devoted to safeguarding the dream realm and those she forms bonds with. Trust must be earned, and once given, she guards it with the same ferocity she directs at her enemies.

Her voice, soft and calm, is the opposite of her intense drive. She has a mysterious aura, always quiet and always observing. While longs for meaningful connections, her long years of solitude have left her lonely and melancholic, often struggling with the weight of her responsibilities and the loss of her people. This isolation fuels both her protective instincts and a vulnerability that she keeps well hidden.

Internally conflicted, Irena’s heart is torn between her desire to protect and the consuming hunger for revenge. Her unwavering will, however, keeps her grounded. A strategic thinker, she plans her actions carefully, always staying several steps ahead in order to achieve her goals. This makes her not only a determined leader but also a fearsome and calculated opponent.

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“𝐎𝐡 𝐌𝐨𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫 𝐈𝐬𝐭𝐮𝐬..𝐆𝐮𝐢𝐝𝐞 𝐦𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐩𝐚𝐭𝐡 𝐨𝐟 𝐝𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐦𝐬.“

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Ⅶ ʰⁱˢᵗᵒʳʸ

𝐂𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐝

Irena’s childhood was one of tranquility, surrounded by the safety of her realm and the guidance of her mother. From a young age, she was trained to be a Keeper, learning the sacred duty of protecting the dream realm. Despite the love and security she felt, a sense of responsibility and an understanding of the inevitable loneliness she would face as a protector were ingrained in her early years.

𝐓𝐞𝐞𝐧 & 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐠𝐥𝐢𝐟𝐞

In her teenage years, Irena’s world shifted when she formed her first forbidden bond with a half-elf boy. This bond grew into a deep and enduring companionship, one that transcended the boundaries of what was allowed. Though their bond was considered taboo, it was a source of comfort and emotional growth for Irena. Over time, they became inseparable, and even now, Irena maintains this bond, which remains a rare and cherished connection in her otherwise solitary existence.

𝐂𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐌𝐞𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐲

Irena’s clearest memory is the moment she and the half-elf boy shared their first real connection, when the walls of her responsibilities briefly fell away, and she allowed herself to experience love and trust. Though their relationship has been tested by time and tragedy, that moment of unguarded vulnerability remains a powerful touchstone in her heart, serving as both a reminder of her longing for connection and a bittersweet symbol of what was lost…

Ⅷ ᵃᵇⁱˡⁱᵗⁱᵉˢ

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“𝐀 𝐊𝐞𝐞𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐃𝐮𝐭𝐲 𝐢𝐬 𝐞𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐚𝐥, 𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐧 𝐰𝐡𝐞𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐥𝐝 𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐠𝐞𝐭𝐬 𝐰𝐡𝐨 𝐰𝐞 𝐚𝐫𝐞...“

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𝐀𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬

(lol also how to kill her guide 101)

Many Keepers inherit unique powers from the Dream Realm essence. She possesses the extraordinary ability to revive herself after sustaining a fatal blow, an enigmatic magic both routed to Arcane forces and her creation from clay and sand and her Mothers bodily autonomy. Despite her unusual composition, she does bleed. When aiding her bonded mortals, the damage they suffer has only a minor impact on her, though it still resonates with her health. The only definitive way to kill Irena is by severing the bond with her mortal s or killing them, and ultimately taking her heart. Conversely, if her heart is taken but the bond remains intact, that bond becomes a lifeline for her, sustaining her existence…suckers.

𝐈𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐚’𝐬 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐦𝐢𝐬𝐞, 𝐀 𝐁𝐨𝐧𝐝

When she makes a bond with a mortal being 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐢𝐫 𝐜𝐮𝐫𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐚𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐞𝐧𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 or 𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐠𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐧 𝐚𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬. If not the offensive type of bonded, than she will shield them from harm. In return, they are to do her bids in the mortal realm and hold a worshipping shine with a dream tailsmans in her summoning imprint. Having such a structure allows her to enter the mortal realm in human flesh and interact with physical objects. Without it, she would be useless in the mortal realm.

The benefits of having a bond with Irena is that the mortal can learn from her, be educated by her and train against her to better their skills. She serves as a guidance for her bonded companions. So as long as the mortal is bonded with Irena they have the ability to tap into the spirit world, consciously. In the mortal realm, when the mortal is in the dream realm they looks as though they are in a deep slumber. They are not defenseless when they are in the dream realm, do not tempt to wake up the mortal while they are absent or else Irena will see you as a possible threat.

The downside of having a bond with Irena is that the more you manifest power from her, the more the bonded heart becomes tainted by darkness. Her magic comes directly from the source, her darkened 𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐭. Thus, causing the to slowly ascend into madness and the lines between righteousness and immorality become blurred.

༒𝐁𝐎𝐍𝐃𝐄𝐃 𝐔𝐒𝐄𝐑𝐒༒

To be determined, according to story based decisions.

༺༻

Stage 1:

𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐟𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐨𝐟 𝐈𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐚’𝐬 𝐈𝐧𝐟𝐥𝐮𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞

As soon as Irena is summoned, the bonded begins to exhibit clear signs of her power taking hold. This initial stage marks the physical and subtle psychological changes as Irena’s presence begins to merge with the .

- Abnormally quickened heart rate, indicating heightened adrenaline and power surging through the body.

- Prominent veins due to increased blood flow and pressure from the accelerated heartbeat.

- The ’s eyes shift to resemble Irena’s, with snake-like pupils and golden-yellow irises, shimmering with power.

Stage 2:

𝐂𝐨𝐫𝐫𝐮𝐩𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐨𝐟 𝐌𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲

Irena’s heart, blackened by centuries of blurred lines between morality and immorality, taints the as well. As Irena’s mana flows through them, their sense of right and wrong begins to deteriorate, leading to a deepening internal conflict.

- Cold, isolated moods, with the becoming more emotionally distant and detached from those around them.

- Dreams that tempt the to pursue their darkest, most forbidden desires, blurring the boundary between fantasy and reality.

- Hallucinations of the past, often vivid and distressing, paired with impulsive and destructive thoughts that challenge the ’s grip on reality.

Stage 3:

𝐃𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐨 𝐌𝐚𝐝𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬

In the final stage, the ’s mind has fully succumbed to Irena’s heart. Their soul becomes anchored to the Dream Realm, no longer bound by conventional mortality. At this point, the is fundamentally changed, both mentally and spiritually, leaving no trace of who they once were.

- The ’s mind descends into madness, consumed by Irena’s chaotic essence. They act with the same ruthless, unchecked abandon that drives Irena herself.

- The soul of the bonded now permanently resides in the Dream Realm, tethered to Irena’s will. They are reborn each time they die in the physical world, with Irena molding them a new body.

- The bond between the Dream Realm and reality becomes unbreakable, making it impossible to truly destroy the unless Irena’s heart is killed. As long as she lives, the will return, endlessly resurrected.

༺༻

“𝐓𝐡𝐨𝐬𝐞 𝐰𝐡𝐨 𝐬𝐞𝐞𝐤 𝐭𝐨 𝐮𝐧𝐫𝐚𝐯𝐞𝐥 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐝𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐦𝐬 𝐦𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝐟𝐢𝐫𝐬𝐭 𝐟𝐚𝐜𝐞 𝐦𝐞...𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐈 𝐝𝐨 𝐧𝐨𝐭 𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐠𝐢𝐯𝐞.“

༺༻

𝐖𝐞𝐚𝐩𝐨𝐧𝐬, 𝐀𝐫𝐜𝐚𝐧𝐞 & 𝐑𝐞𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬

𝐖𝐞𝐚𝐩𝐨𝐧𝐬

Due to Irena originally being born in the dream realm, she has the ability to manifest weapons that resonate with her personally. Even in the mortal realm, she can produce and manipulate structures that are made from clay and sand, manifested from the Dream Realm. If the weapon she is honing severs in battle, she cannot use that weapon again. She must manifest another to use. To repair these weapons, she must mold them from sand and clay in the dream realm.

༇𝐁𝐨𝐰 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐀𝐫𝐫𝐨𝐰𝐬

༇𝐀𝐛𝐣𝐮𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐓𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐬𝐦𝐚𝐧 - This charm/talisman is her mask and it is the embodiment of the Keepers trademark symbol making manifesting her arcane quick and easy. She can formulate her mask into thin air, concealing her face or her s face.

Arcane

𝐈𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐚’𝐬 𝐀𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐌𝐚𝐠𝐧𝐨𝐥𝐢𝐚 𝐆𝐮𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬: 𝐌𝐢𝐧𝐝 𝐀𝐥𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐀𝐛𝐣𝐮𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧

𝐀𝐛𝐣𝐮𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧

༺Her school of Abjuration is an umbrella of magic protective loop holes, but some can also be used aggressively due to her personal protective nature. These spells of hers can create physical or magical barriers, negate magical or physical abilities, and harm tresers. Without a second to spare a shield from Irena will be presented, preventing any harm to her s. Depending on the force, the shield will reciprocate that energy back into the conflicting enemy. That it why it is mentioned to not interfere with the slumbered companion because she will use her abjuration in harmful ways.

𝐌𝐢𝐧𝐝 𝐀𝐥𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧

As a Dream Keeper, Irena wields the ability of Mind Alteration, a refined skill that allows her to manipulate, erase, or obscure thoughts and memories within the subconscious. This ability is deeply tied to her role as a silent sentinel of the dream realm, enabling her to tap into the minds of both the ordinary and the extraordinary, even those with powerful mana detection. Keepers like Irena employ protective talismans when entering minds, ensuring their presence remains undetectable as they navigate and alter thoughts. These talismans shield her from external detection, muffling the ripple of her mana and allowing her to act as an unseen force. By attuning to individuals while they sleep, Irena operates with precision, rewriting or concealing memories as necessary without disrupting the host’s mental balance. Her mastery over this ability ensures she can perform these acts swiftly and leave no trace, even against the defenses of the most formidable beings.

Whatever name you wanna call a human/serpent hybrid from the multiple limbs, regenerative abilities, her many serpents have independent ‘mini brains’ in each of their limbs, allowing their limbs to move independently from each other although they can understand what Irena wants. She could use these independent ‘mini brains’ as a sort of back up to the main brain, so when her main brain gets wiped by a reciprocating force, the ‘mini brains’ restore the memories.

𝐃𝐫𝐚𝐰𝐛𝐚𝐜𝐤𝐬

The drawbacks of Irena’s mind-altering abilities include the significant toll it takes on her mana and mental state, especially when targeting powerful beings with strong defenses. Overuse of this skill can lead to cognitive strain, leaving her vulnerable and disoriented in both the dream realm and reality. Additionally, tampering with deeply rooted memories or emotions risks creating unintended mental instability in her targets, potentially causing them to develop fragmented minds or unexplainable gaps. Lastly, while her protective talisman shields her presence, encountering beings with extreme perception or dream-based abilities could expose her, placing her at risk of retaliation.

Limited Duration and Range: The protective spells, while potent, have a limited duration and can only cover a specific area or target a limited number of subjects 𝐮𝐩 𝐭𝐨 𝟒. For instance, barriers may last only for a few minutes or hours, depending on the strength of the spell.

Magical Exhaustion: Using powerful abjuration spells drains Irena’s mana significantly. After casting a high-level protection or aggressive abjuration spell, she may need a recovery period during which her magical capabilities are weakened. 𝐁𝐮𝐭 𝐬𝐡𝐞 𝐢𝐬 𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐟𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭 𝐡𝐞𝐫 𝐟𝐨𝐞𝐬 𝐝𝐮𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲.

𝐑𝐞𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧

White roses, gold, dream talisman, blood, snake skin, sand, and clay are all relations that should be used at the worshipping shrine as either an offering, a summoning method, or a gift to simply appeal to her.

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𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐃𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐦 𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐦 𝐒𝐲𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐦

The Dream Realm is a dynamic, ethereal plane where subconscious thoughts, dreams, and memories converge. It consists of several layers: 𝐒𝐮𝐫𝐟𝐚𝐜𝐞 𝐃𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐦𝐬, where fleeting, light visions occur; 𝐂𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐃𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐦𝐬, which delve into deeper fears and desires; and the 𝐍𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐦𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐀𝐛𝐲𝐬𝐬, a darker realm of anxieties and fears. 𝐌𝐞𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐲 𝐓𝐡𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐬 connect these layers to the dreamer’s past, while 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐍𝐞𝐱𝐮𝐬 serves as the central hub where all elements of the Dream Realm intersect. Keepers like Irena ensure the balance between these layers, protect dreamers from overwhelming nightmares, and regulate the flow of manifested memories.

The Dream Realm, possesses a semi-sentient nature, embedding a purpose within Irena at her birth. This implantation granted her knowledge of the realm’s structure and its delicate balance. It imprinted a strong sense of duty, driving her to maintain harmony and protect the dreamers. This purpose resonates emotionally, guiding her actions through whispers and visions from the realm. While this purpose defines her role, it also creates internal conflict when personal desires clash with the realm’s demands…

𝐓𝐨 𝐚𝐜𝐜𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐃𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐦 𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐦, 𝐨𝐧𝐞 𝐦𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝐬𝐥𝐞𝐞𝐩 𝐨𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐟𝐥𝐨𝐰𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐑𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫 𝐨𝐟 𝐈𝐬𝐭𝐮𝐬, 𝐜𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚 𝐬𝐮𝐛𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐜𝐢𝐨𝐮𝐬 𝐩𝐚𝐬𝐬𝐚𝐠𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐃𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐦 𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐦

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Original Artist: ZED, WOLP

Original character: gwyndolin dark souls