Aya Al-Rashid

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## Biographical Information

### Turned

* By Elijah Mikaelson in the 12th Century

### Occupation

* Elijah's protégée (formerly)
* Leader of the Strix (formerly)
* Member of the Strix (second-in-command)

### Species

* Human (Originally)
* Vampire (Elijah's Bloodline)

## Supernatural Information

### Significant Kills

* Eva Sinclair (3rd time/body only)
* Unnamed Vampire
* Many Unknown People
* Unnamed Strix Member
* Rayna Cruz (temporary)

### Cause of Death

* Unknown (as a human)
* Staked (as a vampire)

### Killed By

* Unknown (as a human)
* Alex Gilbert (as a vampire)

## Physical Appearance

### Height

* 5'7" (Feet)
* 1.74 (Meters)

## Appearance

### Last Seen

* *A Streetcar Named Desire*

**Aya Al-Rashid** was a recurring character and an antagonist who first appeared in the third episode of the third season of *The Originals*. She was an ancient vampire and a former de facto leader of the Strix.

## Early History

At some point in history, Aya was turned by Elijah and was invited to join the Strix. Over the years, the two grew fond of each other and eventually became lovers. However, Mikael along with a small army of his own, descended upon the Strix. They slaughtered many of the Strix and destroyed all of what Elijah built until none remained.

By then, Elijah decided to retreat to safety, but Aya was no coward and chose to stay, forcing them both to separate. Aya was eventually found by Tristan, who she started to view as a savior. Together, with Tristan's corrupted guidance, they made the Strix to what they are today. After some time, she was trained in combat by Mohinder, transforming herself into a fierce combatant. She ultimately became Tristan's second-in-command due to her abilities.

## Personality

Aya was a mysterious, yet tough woman. She had a no-nonsense attitude and was loyal to her organization. Aya also displayed a cunning sense of game (a reference to stealing Marcel's daylight ring) and as well as displaying physical technique. Aya was ruthless and pragmatic in nature, she also didn't tolerate betrayal, as shown when she decapitated a Strix member for his disloyalty.

Aya was also proven to be resourceful. This is evident because she collected and recruited wayward and shunned witches powerful enough to provide her useful visions that may gain her information and advantage against any threats to her organization. This demonstrated her ability to strategize and use multiple tactics rather than just rely on the brute strength of the Strix.

## Physical Appearance

In *I'll See You in Hell or New Orleans*, Elijah Mikaelson described her as "Five-foot-seven, built like a goddess, vicious as a viper". Aya was a gorgeous, young-looking, woman of African descent in her 20s with natural black short hair, dark brown wide eyes and full lips. Aya carried herself like royalty, with straight posture and usually looks down on everyone with the exception of her fallen leader, Tristan de Martel.

She was only seen in dark brown or black clothing, that never showed too much skin. Her clothes were always classy, yet allowed her to fight without being constricted. She also seemed to favor earrings, as she was seen wearing them on multiple occasions.

## Powers and Abilities

Aya possessed all the standard powers and abilities of a non-Original vampire.

However, being over 900 years of age affords her more power than most vampires making her more powerful than the likes of Sage as far as physical matters go. She is also trained in fighting opponents larger than her. Aya is skilled in battle and poisons being able to use them effectively against her opponents with deadly consequences. She also managed to fight with Rebekah for a while, although, she had other vampires helping her.

In terms of fighting technique, Aya is shown to be more skilled than Rebekah. It's possible that If Aya had possessed the same power as an Original Vampire, Aya could have likely defeated her in a one-on-one fight. However, even in Rebekah's weakened state, she (Rebekah) showed greater physical strength as she pulled Aya's hand from her throat, this is due to Rebekah being an Original vampire. In terms of tactics, Aya employs pragmatic methods, especially against foes that have an advantage over her in some way, Rebekah being more powerful and Alex who can administer werewolf venom and has magic.

Aya was able to hold her own against Elijah in a duel for leadership of The Strix, while the latter naturally dominated the fight, Aya very briefly managed to get the better of him and pinned him to the cage wall, however, he quickly got out of this and in turn pinned her by the throat. During this fight, Aya once again demonstrated considerable fighting skills, utilizing martial arts.

## Weaknesses

Aya had the typical weaknesses of a non-Original vampire.

## Appearances

* *Ashes to Ashes* (Deleted scene)
* *I'll See You in Hell or New Orleans*
* *A Walk on the Wild Side*
* *Beautiful Mistake*
* *The Other Girl in New Orleans*
* *Savior* (Mentioned)
* *A Ghost Along the Mississippi*
* *Wild at Heart*
* *Dead Angels*
* *Heart Shaped Box*
* *A Streetcar Named Desire* (Death)
* *An Old Friend Calls* (Mentioned)