Polyhymnia

Entity 43, AKA “Polyhymnia”, is the sister of Apollo and Hephaestus, and is considered to be the “Goddess of Music”. 
==Description==
Polyhymnia stands 5’4”. Like her brothers, she lacks a conventional head and instead has a theater mask with a neutral expression. She wears white dress clothes with a pink dress shirt, heels, and two gold bracelets on both wrists, accompanied by a pink ribbon floating around her. 
==Behaviors==
Polyhymnia has been described as a rather “eccentric” individual. She never speaks due to being mute, albeit by conscious choice rather than a physical limitation. The reason behind her vow of silence is unknown, but she will only communicate through sign language and interpretive actions, with Apollo and Hephaestus sometimes serving as translators for her. Unfortunately, this can occasionally lead to misunderstandings with her.
Polyhymnia's mask always maintains a neutral expression, rarely betraying any emotion beyond her typically stoic, almost robotic external demeanor. However, if compelled by a strong enough emotional reaction to something, she may smile or frown. She may also blush in the presence of those she finds attractive. Despite seeming apathetic, she in fact harbors a great deal of empathy and care, especially for those close to her. She pushes members of The Artists’ Society to do their best, offering wisdom to motivate them.
Polyhymnia rarely engages in casual discussion, except in regards to the subject of music. In such discussions, she makes abundantly clear her particular tastes and high standards. Like her brother Hephaestus, Polyhymnia is a perfectionist. Even the slightest error in music, like one sour note or one off-beat, is enough to leave her flustered and disoriented. However, she rarely if ever makes mistakes in her own music, always immediately correcting herself and recovering without missing a beat. She is not very open too collaboration, having a strong conviction in her particular vision for her work.
Polyhymnia is rather ambivalent to her Godhood. She does not flaunt her power, nor is she ashamed of it. She simply accepts herself for who she is, but does not view mortal humans as “lesser”. However, she may still overestimate herself against her enemies, making her more prone to being caught off-guard.
==Biology==
Polyhymnia’s body bears the consistency of non-Newtonian fluid, maintaining a solid figure but being able to shift and flow. She has no organs, being unrestricted by mortal biological needs. 
Polyhymnia’s powers are primarily expressed through the usage of her items, the most prominent being:
===Musical Instruments===
Polyhymnia is skilled in all sorts of instruments, and is never seen not playing one in some form. She can play any instrument in any genre with the skill of a virtuoso. Her instruments are intertwined with her soul, with music practically flowing through her blood. While this typically induces a calming effect, she can also use music offensively, attacking enemies with energetic constructs of music notes produced by her instruments.
===Ribbon===
Polyhymnia’s ribbon is incredibly flexible and durable, having various uses. She can float with it, as well as grab things from up to five meters away.
===Mask===
The mask that Polyhymnia wears appears to be the source of her power. She can assume a “human” form by removing the mask.
==Relations==
Apollo: Polyhymnia is basically his therapist. She hears about his trauma and gives some advice to cope with it. it would be reasonable to get sick about it for a while but Poly doesn’t feel like that. As a sibling, it is her duty to keep her siblings stable. Though, Apollo cries on the floor after she criticizes his art, HARD.
Hephaestus: He is kind of sick of her rough criticisms but does know she is right. Polyhymnia helped to cover Heph’s fake death from the royal court. And for that, Heph always appreciated her help. 
Nila: She thought Polyhymnia wasn’t real until she returned. Nila states Polyhymnia is a very bold but supportive Aunt. 
They Who Seek: Polyhymnia loathes them deeply, wishing for nothing less than their utter destruction.
==Discovery==
Little beyond various myths, rumors and legends are known about Polyhymnia’s history. The story of her life may have gone something like this:
In ancient times, Polyhymnia, Apollo, and Hephaestus grew up with art as an integral part of their lives. Apollo was an artist, Hephaestus a forger, and Polyhymnia a musician. Polyhymnia enjoyed playing with her lyre, a gift from their mother. As an adult, she and her brothers joined “The Muralists,” and their work eventually drew the interest of The Royal Court. She and her brothers were then inducted into the court, with her holding the title of “The Songstress”. Soon, alongside her brothers, Polyhymnia transcended her humanity and became a godlike being just like the others in the court. Following Hephaestus' grave injuries during the collapse of the court, Polyhymnia helped Apollo in nursing him back to health.
Polyhymnia went on to help Apollo create The Artists’ Society, after which she departed for many years to wander The Backrooms and search her soul. Along the way, she would help and save many wanderers with her godlike abilities. She eventually returned to Level 57 to unite with her brothers, upon which she learned of the death of Apollo's husband and the war between T.A.S. and T.W.S. Ever since then, Polyhymnia has been helping Apollo, Hephaestus and Nila to rebuild and strengthen T.A.S., and prepare for whatever may come next. 
==Relevant Tales==
*The Legend of The Court
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Category:Entities
Category:Godlike
Category:The Royal Court
Category: T.A.S.
Category:Apollo