Isera Aradenen

**Isera Aradenen** (Unknown - 117 Lede), also called Shirai, was the half-sister of Hange-Runec Ikaera III. She spent the majority of her life masquerading as a Miranen woman, concealing her true identity as one of the last full blooded Lower Hangesu.

## Biography

The majority of Isera's early life is unknown, but it can be assumed that she led a fairly traditional Lower Hangesu lifestyle, which involved migrating to different worlds with her home flock, *Shah Ir*.

Isera first appeared on Miran in Ren 68. She arrived with her mother, Illsphoiden. Illsphoiden had disguised herself as a *raren* Miranen woman and had married an older Miranen widower by the name of Hange-Linan Ikaera II. Illsphoiden gave birth to a baby boy the following year, Hange-Runec Ikaera III. She left Miran shortly after the birth, having realized that the infant was not genetically similar enough to other Lower Hangesu to be valuable to their needs.

Despite the departure of her mother, Isera chose to remain on Miran and dedicated herself to learning about Miranen culture. She took on the responsibility for raising the child and put forth great effort to maintaining normalcy in his life despite their unusual situation.

To explain her presence within the home despite appearing to be past the sovereign marriage age, Isera maintained that her intended-by-law had passed away before their union. As Hange-Runec himself grew older, she remained in the house as the traditional female home keeper, taking care of the house, the livestock, and also the home's meager orchard.

By the time Hange-Runec had reached sovereign marriage age, Isera was content to fade into the background. She remained in the house once he had married and became close friends with his new wife, K'aen Firatep. She actively encouraged K'aen to keep an open mind about Hange-Runec, taking on the role of peace keeper as well as home caretaker.

When K'aen gave birth to her son, Arrend Sivutu-Ikaera, Isera also assisted with childcare. She was present in the home on the night that K'aen was taken away by *gopari* and killed. After the murder, she encouraged Hange-Runec to keep Arrend in the home, but her wishes were ignored and the child was sent away to stay with acquaintances of Hange-Runec's. Isera returned to her original role as caretaker of the house, concerned for her brother.

In Hete 15, the Council of Leaders ordered the last remaining *Ura de Miran* to be returned to Mi-Fe Cie. The girl, Kitare Sjiin, *Ura de Miran*, was placed in the custody of Hange-Runec. Hange-Runec disliked the responsibility immensely and consequently put the girl under Isera's care. The princess was unaware of many of the traditions and social nuances that were required in Mi-Fe Cie and Isera was instrumental in helping her prepare to take on the role of a future ruler.

During Kitare's stay in the Ikaera home, they were visited by a friend of Hange-Runec's named Eishan Mijase. Eishan asked to stay on for some time, saying that he was traveling and needed somewhere to rest before he continued. He took on the role of hired help, offering assistance with whatever was needed. While he stayed in the home, Eishan went beyond the typical expectations of a guest. He actively helped with duties around the house and even assisted with tasks that would have traditionally been viewed as the responsibility of the women of the household.

While friendly and helpful, Eishan was in reality the son of Ekani, the Aiaen empress. He was the next in line for the Aiaen throne and carried the title of Den, which is given to all male members of the royal family.

While it is unclear if Isera knew the true nature of both Eishan's identity and the purpose of his visit, the two became heavily involved over the months that followed. In Hete 16, Eishan was killed. Later that year, Isera gave birth to a boy which she named Psirasephes Areiden Kisure Mijase-Aradenen. He was also given the title of Den, and is formally acknowledged by the royal house of Aia as Eishan's son.

Shortly after giving birth to Psirasephes, Isera left the Ikaera homestead and relocated to a traditional dome house within Mi-Fe Cie proper. She remained there until the Cien Cleanse, when she returned permanently to the homestead. She remained there until her death.

## Marriages and Children

Isera never formally married. As a Lower Hangesu, it is likely that she had children other than Psirasephes before she arrived on Miran, but if she did then they are unknown and she never made any effort to return to them.

Eishan Mijase, Den *(Hete 15 - Hete 16, ended in death of partner)*

1. Psirasephes Mijase-Aradenen (Hete 16)

## Appearance and Personality

In her natural state, Isera was like all other Hangesu - an amorphous, ever-changing form of energy.

The guise that she assumed during her time on Miran was that of a short, stocky and slightly overweight *raren* Miranen woman with dusky blonde hair and lightly tanned skin. She chose that particular appearance both because it complemented the identity Illsphoiden had chosen and also because it gave the appearance of someone who was used to carrying out the routine duties of a Miranen housewife, which requires considerable time out of doors.

As with all Hangesu, her emotions and personality were different from those of most humanoid species. She experiences a wide range of emotions, but she generally lacked the ability to feel or comprehend most negative emotions such as fear, hatred, or sadness. She presented herself as a positive, happy, and outgoing woman who had a knack for finding the good even in difficult situations.