Kyomi

### Relatives

Skylar Knowstick (father), Maddox Knowstick (cousin), Odessa Knowstick (sister), Amaryllis Knowstick (sister), Ayda Dúlamán (mother)

## Early Life Events

Kyomi always felt like she was destined for more. Daughter to Skylar Knowstick. Granddaughter of Zephyr Knowstick. One of three new Knowsticks to be born. The eldest of triplet sisters. But Kyomi doesn’t know this. Her mother has told her nothing about her father, only that he was a good man. She always puts emphasis on “was.” Her mother always claimed that their father died in a prison cell in a far away land, but Kyomi’s gut told her it wasn’t true. Kyomi found she was always good and telling lies. She grew up with a loving mother who still seemed to be always hiding something from her and sisters who were always by her side. There was even a strange man named Tomat who also cared for them. Kyomi never really knew how she was related to him. Under her mother’s guidance, Kyomi learned how to read not long after her first birthday and preferred to read over any other activity, even playing games with her sister.

Despite not having much as a child in terms of toys, Kyomi found herself tinkering with everything she could get her hands on. Any tiny bit of machinery she could gather and tools and toys that her sister would “buy” from questionable means were all things she would play with. Learning how it works, how they interacted with each other, it was all a fun game that Kyomi played. It was always a puzzle she got to solve and it was always her favorite thing to do. She even spent what little allowance she had to buy books published by the great Skylar Knowstick and his many theories on engineering, locomotives, and his legendary train invention. She could only dream to make something as great as that.

## Recent Life Events

At the age of 13, Kyomi, along with her sisters, was accepted and sent to an all girls boarding school. While at school, she struggled to make connections with her classmates and found herself at a distance with these strange people. Even her own sister started to become a stranger to Kyomi. Odessa was so popular and got along with everyone, there was no difficulty for her to fit into any group. Kyomi was a lot quieter and reserved. She was trying to make connections but no one let her in, and after a full school year of trying and failing to make friends, she decided to simply keep to herself, her sisters, and her books. She was always a bright student and frequently found herself near the top of her class. She tried to always perfect everything and when even the teachers got historical events wrong, she was frustrated when everyone laughed while she tried to correct them. When school got her down and especially frustrated, she spent all-nighters blueprinting out any inventions that came to her. To create like this was calming and to know that her knowledge of engineering was far superior than any of those who upset her brought comfort to her. And with the aid of her sister’s “gifts” of materials, Kyomi found herself in a sleepless week and crafted and perfected her first flintlock. As an apology to Kyomi for ignoring her, Odessa even gifted her a concealed holster so Kyomi could have her new gadget on her. Odessa even helped Kyomi learn tricks of how to conceal things that were contraband in school, such as her gun and tools. It was an odd way to form a relationship, but Kyomi felt closer to Odessa once more, though more as a sort of business partner than as a sister.

Recently graduated from school, she has left home and her family behind to journey to Oracle to find out more about her father. Clearly her mother was hiding something and Kyomi wanted to find the truth. All the stories told by mom and Tomat were originating in Oracle, meaning this was where he was. Thankfully, her sisters also wanted to go to Oracle, and so Kyomi felt comfort in knowing that she wouldn’t be alone in this adventure. She had no other trails or leads to go off of, however…

## Present Life

Kyomi first arrived in Oracle with her sister, Odessa. Their other sister, Amaryllis, was not fit for the journey and stayed behind for a bit longer until her health was better. The two found themselves in Arcadia and quickly met several characters. Notably there was Cressa, an old friend of their mother, and she welcomed the two into The Vine. Cressa was quick to piece together the puzzles despite the obvious anomaly of time. Despite the 'wedding' only happening less than a season ago, these children somehow live and had a full childhood outside of Oracle. And they asked about their father, never knowing the truth about him. Cressa was hesitant, but told the two that their father was Skylar Knowstick and that he was alive and currently residing in Silanus Haven. While a lot of the new information Kyomi gathered about Oracle was confusing, frightening, and hard to believe, she instantly was piqued at the idea of finding her father. For years she knew in her gut that there was more to him than what her mother told her, but she didn't think she would be lucky enough to find him alive. And to find out it was Skylar Knowstick, a man of great renown with a name known in all of the Elven kingdom. She had to meet him (despite Cressa's warnings) and with Odessa at her side, the two went to Silanus.

At the Knowstick Manor, Skylar was alone, drunk, and utterly ruined when the girls found him. When introduced to Odessa, Skylar didn't believe that was his daughter. But once Kyomi told her name, it clicked in his head. Ecstatic at the return of his kin (and still moderately drunk), he perked right up, now having a new purpose in life: his children. He already had rooms prepared for them and with a newfound will to live, Skylar took a vacation to clear out his gears and start his new life with his daughters fresh.

After getting caught up about the trials and tribulations of Oracle, Kyomi continued her father's work on the weapons in his absence. She shut herself out from the world for a while, absorbed in her work and trying to learn every aspect about the Willow trees, corruption, purified, and weapons. While the newest weapon is not done, it is near completion when her father returned from his vacation.

## Skills & Abilities

Her most notable skills are in her prodigy-like knowledge in engineering and inventing, especially in the realm of physics and locomotives. She is also an avid reader and enjoys accounts of history and various forms of fictional literature. Though she would never admit it, she has written a few personal stories that she keeps hidden away.

Kyomi has never been in a combat situation but has learned how to use a flintlock in case of emergencies. While she is not weak, she does not have any notable physical prowess.

Kyomi is also a truth wizard, someone who is naturally good at reading truths and lies. It is very difficult to lie to her without assistance.

## Personality and Description

### Personality

Kyomi is shy and new to a lot of things about the world. She wants to have friends but has no idea how to make them. She solves almost all of her problems with logical thinking, whether that be in science or social interactions. She has always been taught to be kind to others and finds it difficult to stand up for herself. When it comes to her family, she is willing to do anything and everything for them.

### Likes

Her whole life is her family, she would not be here without them and they have always been a constant support for her, especially her sisters. While her father has only recently rejoined her life, his books have given her a place of comfort, knowing that there was someone else who was just as passionate about her work. Her next biggest like is her work, she feels the most comfortable and at home when she is able to tinker away with machinery and inventing new things.

Besides these main pillars in her life, Kyomi enjoys reading, writing, exploration, fashion, and if she can, making new friends.

### Dislikes

Kyomi absolutely hates being the center of attention. She hates feeling so many eyes on her, reminding her of her time at school. Besides this, she hates getting her nice clothes dirty, especially her dresses. She hates seeing her family upset and will do anything to help them feel better. She hates being yelled at and being talked down to.

### Strengths/Pros

Kyomi is an excellent student who is near unparalleled in mechanics, science, and mathematics.

### Weaknesses/Cons

Kyomi is not well-versed in socialization and prefers to leave that to her sister, Odessa. Kyomi is also no stronger than the average elf.

### Physical Appearance

Kyomi has a curvy body shape, filling out all the right areas. Her skin is a light grey, fresh and untainted from any encounters of combat. Her hair is white with hints of grey and when fully down, reaches to the lower part of her calves. Kyomi is never found without her hair being braided into two braids that she keeps in front of her shoulders. Her eyes are an exact mirror of her father's eyes, a yellow-ish green, though it can sometimes be a bit hard to see the color behind her rounded glasses.

## **Fun Facts**

* Kyomi is far-sighted
* Kyomi has a sweet tooth