Mariva Vask
Stormcaller of The Breaking Tide Mariva Vask (a.k.a. "Seablood")
Brief Overview
Mariva Vask is a name whispered with both reverence and fear across the seas. Some call her a sorceress of the storm, others a harbinger of ill fate. Legends say she once spilled her own blood into the ocean in an ancient ritual, binding herself to the tides. Whether truth or myth, her mastery over wind and wave is undeniable.
Born to a noble family within the Al-Muru Daxin Contingent of Granheim, she was expected to follow the rigid traditions of her lineage. Her family, well-versed in Aetheric and storm-based magic, sought to hone her talents in courtly politics and arcane studies. But Mariva’s heart was always drawn to the untamed sea. She found the confines of nobility suffocating, and her mind wandered to the stories of pirates, lost artifacts, and boundless freedom beyond the horizon.
At sixteen, she fled her privileged life, stowing away on a pirate ship bound for Reaper’s Port. She never looked back. Over the years, she proved herself cunning, relentless, and unafraid to wield both steel and magic. By twenty-eight, she captained The Storm Reaver and soon earned a place on the Black Council.
Mariva is known as a calm and calculating presence, often playing the role of mediator in the Black Council. However, those who mistake her composure for passivity quickly learn that, like the sea, she can turn deadly without warning. She carefully weighs all angles before making a move—but when she does, it is with absolute force and precision.
Mental characteristics
Personal history
Mariva was raised within the Al-Muru Daxin Contingent, a noble house renowned for its mastery of Aetheric magic and control over maritime trade routes. Her early years were spent studying the intricacies of arcane forces, naval strategy, and high diplomacy. Yet, despite her upbringing, she longed for something beyond gilded halls and arranged futures.
At sixteen, she abandoned her noble lineage and chose the lawless freedom of the sea. She adapted quickly to the pirate’s life, proving herself invaluable in both negotiations and battle. Over time, she gained a reputation as a tactician and stormbringer, leading daring raids and using her knowledge of Aetheric forces to harness the winds in ways that defied explanation.
Her ascension to the Black Council was inevitable. Though she is often seen as a voice of reason, her temper—when provoked—can be as violent as the hurricanes she conjures. Those who mistake her patience for weakness seldom live to repeat the mistake.
Yet, even as she carves her legacy, Mariva is plagued by visions. A distant storm calling her name. A black-sailed ship on the horizon. A voice—low and mournful—whispering in a tongue she does not understand. When she awakes from these dreams, the wind howls outside her cabin, and the waves churn as if waiting for her command.
And always, she feels watched.
Education
Studied Aetheric magic, storm manipulation, and naval warfare under some of the most learned scholars in Granheim.
Fluent in multiple maritime dialects and the secret trade cants used by smugglers.
Learned naval strategy and close-quarters combat through experience, rising quickly among the ranks.
Morality & Philosophy
The sea gives and the sea takes. Mariva believes she is merely an extension of this natural order.
Strength commands respect. Diplomacy is a tool, but force is the final word.
Magic is power. She does not revere it—she wields it. But she does not know the full cost of hers.
Personality Characteristics
Motivation
To master her power. Whatever force granted her command over the sea—it is growing stronger, and she needs to understand why.
To rule the waves. Reaper’s Port is only the beginning.
To uncover the truth. The visions. The whispers. The call of something ancient. She cannot ignore it forever.
Social
Contacts & Relations
Orlann “Black Tide” Veskar – A cautious alliance. She respects his strength but watches him carefully, knowing that his ambition could one day turn toward her.
Evony “Riptide” Selarne – A frequent ally in matters of smuggling and trade. Their interests align often enough that they maintain a profitable relationship, though neither fully trusts the other.
Lothar “The Quiet Storm” Stone – Mutual respect. Mariva acknowledges his wisdom, but she does not share his restraint.
Naiz “Cutlass” Achurr – They trade playful barbs, but there is an underlying understanding between them.
Inessa “Moon Blade” Kay – An unpredictable relationship. Mariva finds Inessa’s lunar magic intriguing but dislikes her personal vendettas.
The Breaking Tide Crew – A fiercely loyal crew of veteran sailors and storm-callers, some claiming to hear the sea whisper Mariva’s name.
They tattoo wave-like patterns onto their skin, believing it strengthens their bond with the ocean.
They sail with an almost religious devotion to Mariva, convinced she is more than mortal.
Current Location
Currently Boarded Vehicle
Age
41
Date of Birth
7th of Weurel, 433 AEL
Birthplace
Valen
Children
Current Residence
Reaper's Port
Pronouns
She/Her
Sex
Female
Gender
Woman
Presentation
Feminine
Eyes
Piercing sea-green, with faint silver streaks when channeling magic
Hair
Long, deep blue-black waves, often adorned with silver rings and beads
Skin Tone/Pigmentation
Tanned, weathered from the sea
Height
5' 9"
Quotes & Catchphrases
“A storm doesn’t need permission to reshape the world. Neither do I.” (When asked why she defied a truce between pirate factions.)
“You call the sea merciless, but it is only honest. Can you say the same for yourself?” (Speaking to a Dominion commander before sinking his fleet.)
“The waves whisper of treachery, and I listen. Make sure I don’t hear your name.” (A veiled threat to a fellow pirate lord suspected of plotting against her.)
“There are only two kinds of people on the sea—the ones who learn to swim, and the ones who sink.” (Her response when asked why she never recruits the weak.)
Belief/Deity
Unknown
Aligned Organization
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