Tiya

Tiya is a recurring character in the animated series, "*Papyrus*". Titled as "Princess of Robbers of Thebes". She first appears when she saves Papyrus from the guards of Ahmès and becomes an ally. She usually helps Théti and Papyrus in their quest.

## History

Nothing is known about Tiya’s family; her parents apparently aren’t alive, and her siblings are never mentioned either, so she appears to be an orphan. She was born to Nubian heritage and lives in a weathered Sphinx, but how she ended up in Egypt remains unknown. However, she has made friends with Papyrus and the crew, who have taught her everything and contributed to her development (but they do not live with her) and besides them, she has Phatatra, and her faithful monkey friend Shepsi, with whom she forms an inseparable and well-coordinated duo.

## Personality

Tiya is shown to be a mischievous, fearless, witty, independent girl, and occasionally rude and snarky. She possesses a playful and carefree attitude that can be fun to people like Papyrus and Théti, or annoying to others like Bebo.

Tiya can be described as a contradictory character. While she is generally on the heroic spectrum, she has repeatedly shown to not only be larcenous, but cunning, strategic, and sometimes manipulative - which are villainous traits. But overall, she plays an important role in being one of Papyrus’s best friends, and helps to defeat adversaries.

Tiya is not as simple as she seems at first glance - sometimes she is envious, wanting to be in the place of Théti as the princess of Egypt (which was shown in the 46th episode of series, Princess Tiya).

## Relationships

### **Shepsi**

Shepsi is Tiya’s official pet and best friend, who travels with her wherever she goes. The two seem to have a very good relationship with each other. Generally Shepsi is praised by Tiya for his agility, which Tiya herself lacks. Despite being a pet, Tiya sees and treats him like a person, and talks to the latter, and Shepsi understands.

### **Papyrus**

Tiya and Papyrus appear to be on good terms. Despite her teasing him in any given tight situation, Tiya does enjoy being around Papyrus. While Papyrus does not particularly condone Tiya’s thievery habits, Tiya is one of the people Papyrus cares about other than his mission.

On the other hand, Tiya’s feelings for Papyrus are hinted throughout the series. The biggest example being in the episode Mika the Sorceress, that implies Tiya does indeed have an affection for Papyrus and does not deny her jealousy. Over the course, Papyrus and Tiya become good friends, though Tiya appears to enjoy using Papyrus in certain moments to make Théti jealous, although sometimes it may be adventitious.

### **Théti**

Tiya and Théti share a sister-like relationship. Upon meeting each other in The Anger of the Moon God, Théti showed no signs of jealousy but instead jokes about Papyrus moving fast.

Relatively speaking, Théti does not necessarily hold a personal grudge against Tiya for her liking to Papyrus. However, Tiya’s relationship with him does trigger her jealousy, and as a result, any mention of her name will lead to the assumption that he prefers the Princess of robbers of Thebes over her.

### **Bebo**

Bebo and Tiya seem to have an on-and-off relationship mostly due to Tiya stealing something from him or when she starts trouble with him in general. It is possible that Tiya only does this for the fun of it to get a reaction from him. Bebo, on the other hand, finds her irritating and bothersome and is seen chasing after the latter when something of his is stolen by her, most likely done for a comedic effect.

However, they grow friendlier and less conflicting to each other as the series progresses, and there are times where they get along and work together. An example would be helping either Papyrus or Théti, or both, overcome whatever obstacle.

### **Tameek**

Upon their arrival in Nubia, Tiya develops a crush on Tameek and finds him a charming gentleman, leading her to reconsider her relationship with other males such as Papyrus. She hides her feelings for Tameek initially but gradually makes it apparent by pecking him on the lips before leaving.

## Trivia

* Her name is a play on **Tiye**, mother of Akhenaten/Amenhotep IV, and **Tia**, daughter of Tuya and Seti I.
* Her French voice actress also provides the voice for Princess Ariadne.
* Like other characters, Tiya’s phrase goes as 'By Bes!', which is usually exclaimed whenever she is bewildered or annoyed.
* She is the shortest of the main cast (human-wise), in contrast to Pharaoh Merenre, who is the tallest.

## Gallery

A linework of Tiya.Tiya meets Papyrus.Tiya introduces herself.Tiya annoyed.Tiya skeptical.Tiya and Shepsi in episode 25.Tiya and Theti in "Mirror of Nebou."Tiya, influenced by Seth, offers Merenre a poisoned drink.Tiya caught.
## Appearances

(1x5) The Faceless Giant
(1x7)The Black Sun of Seth
(1x8) The Metamorphosis of Imhotep
(1x9) The Labyrinth
(1x11) The City of Scribes
(1x16) Hathor's Harp
(1x18) The Temple of Life
(1x19) The Revenge of Amon
(1x21) Tears of the Giants
(1x24) The Black Pyramid (episode)
(1x25) The Mirror of Nebou
(2x1) The Sacrilege of Papyrus
(2x2) Mika the Sorceress (episode)
(2x3) The Thirtieth Case of Senet Cursed
(2x6) White Baboon
(2x9) The Divine Potter
(2x10) Return Senkhet
(2x13) Time of Discord
(2x15) Renunciation of Papyrus
(2x17) The Sacred Crown of Wadjet
(2x18) Neferure (episode)
(2x20) Princess Tiya
(2x23) The Ished Tree