Hekama

## HekamaHalf-Dragon Sorceress

**Hekama** (*ヘカナ | Hekana*) is a character from The Overworld.

**Character Art: [Default / Dragon Form / Divine Wear]**

## Starcluster Datapac

Hekama once lived on Vertos with her childhood friend Cybern, and while he trained in swordfighting, she learned magic from her parents. She was especially proficient in mastering water magic which helped her passion of alchemy. When Cibna Sol fell to Lunoz, she was sealed inside of a spell-induced sleep for a decade.

She woke up a few days after Cybern, but she was a bit more lost. Etimu, the goddess of color, guided her out and using a pearl Hekama held with her in her sleep, Etimu fashioned her a magic staff. With a new goal in mind, find clues to defeat Lunoz, Etimu trusted Hekama to find her path. She eventually crossed paths with Cybern after Lunoz was defeated, and the two went from just friends to full-on lovers as they returned from Lunoz's realm.

Now together once again, she became the driving force of balancing Cybern's rage with her own sweetness, and alongside the two's new friends, formed the Dragonfire Guild to take on new adventures! After Lunoz's death at the guild's hands, they planted the acorn and she was the only one who knew it housed the freed dragon's soul.

## Background

### Early life

Hekama was born within the realm of Vertos, home to a once prosperous society. At the age of 9, Hekama was taught how to perform alchemy and sorcery, as well as fencing, along with other things meant for Vertosians who were coming of age. This was due to her family living in fear of the newly-corrupted Lunoz, the guardian dragon of the Midnight Realm, who had been tainted by the Black Matter. Alongside her childhood friend Cybern, she had a tough yet fun childhood. Unfortunately, a few days after their training, Lunoz laid waste to their homeland and destroyed every living Vertosian... except Cybern and Hekama, who were safe in cryosleep.

### *Cybern Quest*

Hekama woke up shortly after Cybern, but unlike him, she went out into the Overworld immediately. She also took time to unlock her power, guided by the color goddess Etimu. The goddess guided both heroes on their own trails, and trained Hekama to learn how to become a master at the Dragon Force like her friend. Eventually, she'd cross paths with Zarrus, Endi'alu, and Creepz (who previously crossed paths with Cybern) and befriend them.

After Cybern had defeated Lunoz, she had a chance encounter with her friend, finally content and truly happy to see him.

### *Cybern Quest II*

Alongside Cybern, she set off on an adventure, both guided by Etimu, to relight the eight Dragon Shrines. She happily accepts, and takes in Zarrus, Endi'alu, and Creepz to form the Dragonfire Guild.

During this time, she meets a travelling Pescanite adventurer named Guppi, whom she befriends and aids in learning about the world around her.

After the Dragon Shrines are lit up, Lunoz shows up again, attracted by the Shrines, to fight Cybern and co., who defeat and kill him for good. Lunoz's spirit is then reincarnated into a sapling (thanks to the influence of rebirth goddess Mama Ophelia).

When the Guild finds a worthy area, they plant the sapling and form a new village; the Cibna Village, a welcome area for all adventurers to rest and gather. Thanks to Hekama, Guppi manages to be commonly seen around the village, hanging out in nearby ponds within it.

### *Sketch Arena Tournament*

Hekama, alongside the whole Dragonfire Guild, was approached by the M-Crew. Cybern, thinking the crew was hostile, attacked AnthonyM who fought back until Hekama and Blurri stopped them. The crew proceeded to present the guild an invitation to the Sketch Arena Tournament!

### *AnthonyM and the Multiverse: Crossing Rifts*

After Hekama is saved by Cybern, she tags alongside his team and teaches others about elemental abilities and how they can be used to turn the tide of battle, especially since many characters have multiple abilities under different elements.

## Personality

Hekama tends to be a kind and sweet woman, and tends to be a voice of reason to keep Cybern from doing anything stupid. She loves to accompany him on adventures and help anybody who needs it. Hekama tends to be the "mom friend" of the Dragonfire Guild, tending to the worries and wounds of her friends, and will not hesitate to use her water magic to deal damage to whomever provokes her.

Hekama tends to ask others to give her space when she's mad, as she usually doesn't want to make others sad with her reactions. She also has a tendency to freak out when a spell or potion brew doesn't go according to plan, and can be very picky on her ingredients of choice.

## Relationships

### Cybern

Hekama and Cybern love each other so much that they've already been clear about marrying. However, they want to make sure the time's just right. She balances out his hotheadedness with her own chill demeanor and sweet heart.

### Zarrus

Hekama sees Zarrus as a kind soul and helps him find lost adventurers when she can. After the guild established the village, the two have seen to it that their talents be put to good use in constructing buildings as well!

### Endi'alu and Creepz

Hekama cares about the well-being of this duo, helping them on their feet and trying to find them a few friends. It's been a challenge for sure, but she won't stop trying.

### Etimu

Hekama thinks of Etimu as a confident teacher and will take time to help her when she needs it. The two have bonded especially after Lunoz's rebirth, since Hekama helped Etimu properly mourn for her deceased brother.

### Guppi

Hekama admires Guppi's confidence and willingness to fight for what she believes in. Hekama still feels Guppi has a long way to go before she can be given responsibility over something serious.

### Mama Ophelia

Hekama thinks of Mama Ophelia as a great shopkeeper and an even greater mom. The two have discussed things together over some dracoberry pie and Ophelia's even comforted Hekama when she gets sad over the destruction of Vertos.

### Sapphire

Hekama and Sapphire don't always see eye to eye, but maybe they'll eventually get along. She's a little wary of this ice dragon for now, but isn't too opposed to befriending her sometime soon.

### Strongarm

Hekama admires Strongarm's control over the earth, as well as his passion for battle. She also thinks he and Ruchala will be a great couple together, and is happy for them both!

### Blurri and Penny

Hekama, Blurri, and Penny are great friends who tend to hang out together when they have the chance. Sometimes they'll butt heads over who has the better boyfriend, but it's always in good fun for these three.

### Acidinor

Hekama thinks that Acidinor could make for a great hero one day, should she stop being so bent on trying to be overly flashy. The two still make excellent sparring partners!

### Ehsu

Hekama and Ehsu get along surprisingly well. They love to just hang out within the comforts of nature and while away time together when they're bored.

### Aqua

Hekama admires Aqua's talents with water magic and hopes that she can help her reach her full potential one day. Despite that, the two still hang out at the beach together from time to time.

## Powers and Abilities

* Mastered alchemy and sorcery under her parents' teachings.
* Has just as much experience with a blade as Cybern.
* Has heightened strength, speed, and durability due to her dragon heritage.
* Has mastery over the element of water.

### Special Traits

* *PASSIVE: Bubble Barrier (Hekama can absorb one combo of hits with a bubble. She must charge up an elemental attack for 3 seconds or be revived to recover the barrier. Opponents can easily pop the bubble with one heavy attack...)*
* *HYPER MODE: Dragon Force (Hekama transforms into a water dragon. In this state, her ATK and SPD increase, and her DEF decreases, both by 1.5x. Her attacks default to the Water type in this form.)*

## Puzzle Actions

*Blue abilities are puzzle-only, red abilities are usable in combat and puzzles, and green abilities are elemental.*

* Wall Jump
* Pole Swing
* ESP
* Rune Translation (Magic)
* Magic Cutter (Magic)
* Water Spray (Water)
* Alchemy Docks (Water)
* Wind Push (Wind)
* Glide

*When Dragon Force is active, Hekama's glide upgrades to Flight and she gains Soundwave.*

## Standard Gear

* Shirt: Hekama Torch Tee
* Backpack: Alchemist's Backpack
* Gloves: Gripper Gloves (Magical Magenta)
* Pants: Vertosian Denim (Magical Magenta)
* Shoes: Adventurer's Shoes (Magical Magenta)
* Accessory: Reading Glasses (Lilac Purple)

## Weapons

* Staff: Spiral Pearl Staff
* Spellbook: Hekama's Spellbook

## Physical Appearance

### Humanoid Form

Hekama is a short woman with blue eyes and lilac purple reading glasses. She has brown hair tied into a ponytail. She has violet Vertosian tattoos throughout her entire body, which is covered with a magenta shirt, a dark violet robe with aquamarine patterns, dark fuchsia pants, magenta sneakers, a heavy leather backpack, and a magical pendant.

In her Divine Wear, she trades out the backpacks and outfit for some wraps covering her chest, as well as a piece of armor shielding her heart connected by a strap. She also wears woven pants with water print on them.

### Dragon Form

Dragon Hekama is a magenta-scaled dragon with six horns on the side of her head, leaflike aquamarine spines along her back, lilac purple scales around her blue eyes, and silver underside scales. The scales round out around her chest, resembling breasts (these round scales are actually water pouches), and the tail ends in a drill-cone shape. Dragon Hekama has several birdlike features, like a beak and feathered wings.

## Trivia

* Hekama is said to have undergarments that make her able to withstand more damage and be much sturdier. (As well as prevent her chest from being a distracton.) Nobody knows how true this is, mainly because she prefers to keep this a secret.
* She and Strongarm get along surprisingly well.
* Her spellbook only works when she uses it due to a magic lock.
	+ As such, it can only be equipped to her.