Keturah

As seen in

(a.k.a. The Iron Thorn)

Physical Description

General Physical Condition

Keturah possesses a wiry, athletic build honed from years as working as a maid and from her current role as a defender of Guardian Solace. She's quick on her feet, with sharp reflexes and surprise strength for her frame. While she's often brusied or stratched from training and combat, she wears these marks as badges of honor.

Body Features

Calloused hands from years of labor and combat training. A long scar traces down her right forearm from her first encounter with an Eater.

Facial Features

She has lean face with high cheekbones and a jaw that can be stubbornly set. Her stormy grey eyes re deeply expressive, narrowing when suspicious and brightening when she smiles—a rare but treasured sight.

Identifying Characteristics

The scar on her forearm and her ever-present leather bracers make her easy to identify. She often carries a dagger strapped to her thigh.

Physical quirks

She tends to crack her knuckles when she's nervous. Her left eyebrow twitches slightly when she's frustrated.

Special abilities

Keturah is a skilled close-combat fighter, particularly with short blades and makeshift weapons. She's also excellent at reading people, picking up on subtle cues that others might miss.

Apparel & Accessories

Clothing Style: Keturah's clothing is a blend of practicality and resilience—simple tunics, sturdy trousers, leather bracers, and a reinforced leather vest for added protection. Her boots are well-worn but sturdy, built for running and quick maneuvering.

Accessories: A leather bracelet gifted to her by her younger sister before the apocalypse. A simple dagger strapped to her thigh and a belt pouch containing essentials (flint, twine, a small vial of medicinal herbs).

Specialized Equipment

Short Sword: A sturdy balanced blade from the stock left by the Benedictine Monks.

Dagger: An ever-present weapon on her thigh, used for both combat and survival tasks.

Mental characteristics

Personal history

Born in the small village of Whitewell, Keturah was the eldest of three siblings. Her family struggled to make ends meet, and when Keturah was old enough, she began working as a maid at Guardian Solace to support them. Life was hard, but she took pride in her work, showing a strong work ethic and determination.

When the apocalypse began, and chaos engulfed Whitewell, Keturah found herself thrust into survival mode. She stayed at Guardian Solace, initially helping organize supplies and care for the wounded. However, her courage and quick thinking in a desperate skirmish against an Eater caught Josiah Ward's attention. From that moment on, she began training alongside the survivors, transforming herself from a servant into one of Guardian Solace’s most capable fighters.

Despite the hardships, Keturah has remained steadfast in her loyalty to Josiah and the other survivors. Her bond with Josiah evolved into mutual respect, with her serving as both a protector and confidant.

Gender Identity

Keturah identifies as a woman and adheres to traditional Aurelian feminine ideals when it comes to her sense of self. However, she’s never let societal expectations stop her from stepping into roles traditionally reserved for men.

Sexuality

Heterosexual. Keturah is cautious with her heart, believing romance to be a luxury in the harsh realities of their world.

Education

Keturah doesn't have any kind of formal education. Her knowledge comes from preactial cexperience gained while working at Guardian Solace and surviving the apocalypse.

Employment

Maid at Guardian Solace: Keturah worked diligently as a maid for several years, ensuring the monastery remained clean and functional.

Survivor and Fighter: After the apocalypse began, she transitioned into a protector and fighter, taking on increasingly important roles in Guardian Solace’s defense.

Accomplishments & Achievements

• Successfully defended Guardian Solace during multiple attacks from Eaters.
• Has become on of Josiah Ward's must trusted fighters.
• Saved several children and other survivors during the fall of Guardian Solace.

Failures & Embarrassments

• Froze during the initial wave of attack by the Eaters and watched her family die. (Not having any fighting skills at the time doesn't stop the blame.)
• Not very skilled with the bow and arrow, which she believes makes her look foolish in front of Josiah and Marcus.

Mental Trauma

Keturah suffers from survivor's guilt and recurring nightmares of her family's demise. She occasionally withdraws emotionally but forces herself to stay focused on protecting those she can save now.

Intellectual Characteristics

She is pragmatic, resourceful, and quick-witted. While not book-smart, she has a sharp mind and excels in adapting to changing circumstances.

Morality & Philosophy

She belies in the sanctity of life and fiercely protects thos who cannot protect themselves. While she follows the tenets of Infinite Grace, her faith is quiet and personal rather than outwardly displayed.

Taboos

• Abandoning someone in need.
• Dishonoring the memory of the dead.

Personality Characteristics

Motivation

To protect Josiah and the survivors of Guardian Solace. Keturah is driven by a deep need to prove her worth and make up for the loved ones she couldn't save.

Savvies & Ineptitudes

Savvies: Close-quarters combat, adaptability

Ineptitudes: Reading, long-range weaponry

Likes & Dislikes

Likes: Campfires, warm bread, moments of quiet peace.

Dislikes: Cowardice, betrayal, the sound of Eaters approaching.

Virtues & Personality perks

Brave, fiercely loyal, resourceful

Vices & Personality flaws

Stubborn, emotionally guarded, prone to overworking herself.

Personality Quirks

She hums softly to herself when nervous.

Social

Mannerisms

Keturah maintains steady eye contact during conversations, often tilting her head slightly when listening. She speaks with a clear, steady voice, and her posture is always alert and ready.

Speech

Her voice is steady and calm, with a slight rural accent. She speaks with precision, avoiding unnecessary words.

Wealth & Financial state

Before the apocalypse, Keturah lived modestly as a maid. Now wealth is meaningless to her—her true currency lies in trust, loyalty, and survival skills.

Table of Contents

Current Status

Helping protect Guardian Solace

Current Location

Guardian Solace

Species

Human

Ethnicity

Aurelian

Date of Birth

4 Crimsonfall 2976 Apocalypse Shadows

Year of Birth

2976 24 Years old

Birthplace

Whitewell

Pronouns

She/Her

Sex

Female

Gender

Woman

Presentation

Feminine, with a practical edge

Eyes

Sharp stormy grey eyes flecked with green, intense and watchful, sometimes carrying an edge of suspicion.

Hair

Dark chestnut brown, long, pulled back in a tight braid.

Skin Tone/Pigmentation

Fair with some freckles across her nose and shoulders.

Height

5'6"

Weight

135 lbs

Belief/Deity

Eternal Harmony

Aligned Organization

Commonwealth of Edria

Related Plots

• Main Plot: Josiah

Keturah has been one of the ones who's risen to the occasion, has risen up to defend with sword, wit, and determination. This is by no means an insult to the other survivors. It's just that Keturah has become a leader among them, someone they can rally around besides me.

~ Josiah Ward