Elva Breeze

## Biography:

Background:

Elva Breeze, or as she is more widely known as, Pexřá Elva is eldest daughter of the late, Thaman Breeze, a well known commander of the Flóff army. Elva was raised by her father, something which was abnormal, especially among the upper elite of the Flóff rule. Her close relationship with her father and their status as one of the elite within Flóff society allowed Elva to avoid direct combat during the first war of The Three. Though, Elva's own desire to serve as her father had drove her to join the fighting during the second and third war of The Three. Enlisting and fighting in the second and third war as a Flóff Skréét (scout) Elva sought to prove herself as a capable warrior. Sometime after the second war Elva had a daughter with a fellow Skréét warrior whom bested her in a **Quétzal** challenge. However, during the Third War Elva lost her daughter in a surprise Únoff attack. After the loss of her daughter Elva continued her service with the Flóff, quickly becoming a feared fighter and very capable scout.

During the last few years of Oválll's stability, Elva's rise to prominence allowed her a spot within the first settlers of Artésque. Despite, Elva did not use her title or her pedigree to secure a place of power within Artésque. Instead, Elva sought out the life of a Pexřá within the Flóff camp of Passvórtall and later VéturVill. Typically, a Pexřá's duty to their camp is to ensure the Alphé's (camp leader) rules are enforced and to generally carry out the mundane deeds of a day to day life for those within the camp until they are given command of the camp themselves. Elva however has refused to take the title of Alphé, opting instead to allow others to move past her in the chain of command. Despite this and as evident throughout the series, Elva is viewed more as the true leader of the VéturVill than Alphé **Kassie**. At least when it comes to the opinions of those within the camp.

**Personality**:

Outwardly, Elva's personality is that of a typical Pexřá one may see within other Flóff camps. A tough, strict, though caring leader of the people under them. However, unlike many other Pexřa one may see, Elva is well trained, disciplined, and old enough to understand the complexities of being a fair leader. Despite her devotion to the Flóff way of life Elva has no trouble interpreting or flat out ignoring some rules when it comes to those closest to her. Typically, Elva uses her title to get her way, though Elva's confidence in her abilities means she very rarely shies away from confrontation when challenged. This confidence in her ability is what garnered respect from her fellow camp mates within VéturVill.

## Elva In Detail:

Elva is the most complex Flóff within the series, and it is typically through her opinion or her interactions that the greater Flóff culture and way of life is established. In many ways she is similar to her friend Clover Vines at least when it comes to a strong sense of duty and a willingness to be at the forefront of change and adventure. Where they differ is in their approach; where Clover is more headstrong and typically more reckless in her decisions, Elva is cool and level-headed under pressure, often thinking out her next move before doing so.

Though, at times, Elva has been shown to allow her emotions get the better of her. Elva's strong sense of self-worth is often at ends with her own inability to back down from a challenge, as well as her underlining cockiness. While not normally a bad thing, Elva's forthright and often uncaring approach to dealing with other people's problems often leaves her appearing cold or less caring than most others. It is of course revealed that Elva suppresses her emotions and often puts out a cold shoulder due to her inability to cope with loss. The death of her daughter, marked a changing point within her life. Instead of blaming the Únoff as many would, she instead blamed herself, citing her own desires for combat as a reason for her suffering. As Elva sees it, neither of The Three were just in their reasons for war, as such, she believes neither of The Three should hold true dominance over the new land of Artésque. Despite this belief, Elva's opposes the idea of true leadership. As mentioned above, Elva has chosen the life of a Pexřá, though without the desire to move on. Elva believes that while neither of The Three deserve true power of the land, it is not her place to directly influence the polices of the Flóff. While Elva never fully explains why she refuses to take a more prominent role within a leadership position, other characters within the series suggests that Elva refuses to do so because she enjoys the freedom her title and being Pexřá gives her, while other characters suggest that Elva does not have the mindset capable of seeing the larger picture of Flóff rule.

## Close Relationships:

**Ellette**:

Perhaps the closest relationship Elva has with any character within the series is the relationship between her and her young camp-mate Ellette. Their relationship before book five is not known, though from dialogue between Ellette and Elva it can be assumed that their relationship started soon after Ellette's arrival to the camp. As is typical among Flóff youth, Ellette after being born was place into the camp system to be raised (see Races as to why). Before coming to VéturVill Ellette had been at two camps prior, the first of which she was kicked out of and the second of which sent her away due to disciplinary problems. Ellette's time in VéturVill was meant as punishment, though Elva seemed to take a liking to the rather rambunctious young Flóff. As Ellette sees it, Elva is like a big sister, always watching over her and making sure she is following the camps rules, while also giving her the guidance she needs. However, as shown within book ten, Elva's feelings towards Ellette was far more than that of a little sister, and though she never would admit it, Elva saw her as a replacement to the daughter she lost. This is why during the events of book ten, the injuries Ellette sustains at the hands of Alphé Clawren forces Elva to seek out revenge. Going so far as to join with Stysen during the events of the Second Fall of Blood incident (see history).

**Stysen:**

 Stysen was the short-lived Thrće of VéturVill and a former camp-mate of Elva's. Like all others within the VéturVill camp, Stysen saw Elva as a mighty warrioress and fair leader of the camp. However, unlike the rest of the camp, Stysen often questioned Elva's rules, going so far as to challenge her in defense of his beliefs. While not true enemies, Elva often found herself at odds with Stysen, a position that lead to many informal struggles for power within the camp. As Stysen saw it, Elva and Kassie, were not truly following the Flóff way of life. Though, Stysen very rarely posed a real problem for Elva or Kassie, Stysen's charisma and ability to raise support for his ideas lead to arguments between himself and the authority of the camp. It was Stysen's actions that forced both Ellette and himself from the camp after a particularly bad distributions within the camp. While Elva does not outright hate Stysen, she nevertheless sees his saber-rattling speeches and borderline seditious ideas as a problem. Despite their differences however, Stysen was able to persuade Elva to join him during the Second Fall of Blood incident.

**Clover & Nyota:**

Though it is never formally stated how Elva and Clover became friends, the series does make it clear that Elva knew and at least as some point adventured with Nytoa before Clover. The extent of their relationship is of course never fully disclosed, though both Nyota and Elva seemed to get along quite well, even sharing a similar opinion when it came to the fate of The Three's rule. It is assumed that Clover and Elva's relationship devolved from the existing relationship with Nyota and late expanded due to Clover's relationship with her half-sister **Pañzy**. Within the series, Elva clearly states that while she respects Clover, she views her as a child. What is interesting however, is that Elva seems somewhat jealous of Clover's adventuring or at the very least feels as though she needs to prove herself to Clover. Even still, Elva often tries to help Clover and typically offers her opinion to Clover in times of need, though she rarely engages in deep conversation with her. Though their friendship is not diminished by this. The best way to describe their relationship is that of a competitive, though supportive rivalry. Both see the other as an accomplished individuals, though neither go out of their way to sway the other's opinions. (See Clover Vines for extension).

**Bella Gems:**

Unlike the mutual respect between Clover and Elva, Elva views Bella as nothing more than a contentious gossip. At best, their relationship is nothing more than good acquaintances brought together by Clover. Later within the series some warmth does grow between the duo, mainly due to the rather close relationship developed between Ellette and Bella's sister, Juna. Despite this, Elva's opinion of the woman is hardly changed throughout the series. As for Bella, whether or not Elva likes her or not matters little, as Elva and the majority of the Flóff camp rarely ever buy anything from her store.

**Preston Armor:**

 While Clover and Preston throughout most of the series have a romantic relationship, only Elva can truly claim the title of Preston's first real friend. In the beginning Elva saw Preston as nothing more than a helpless child, a man neither strong nor smart enough to be a worthy suitor for Clover. However, Preston eventually proved himself worthy in Elva's eyes throughout the course of book two. While neither truly have a lot to say to one another, Elva took on a fascination with Preston, first as a way to understand Clover's attraction to him and then secondly out of a mix of pity and curiosity. While Elva's actions never went past that of a friend's, Elva did extend a **Quétzal** challenge to Preston which he accepted. The reason for the challenge was purely out of friendly sport, though the gesture was rather serious, as most Flóff use the challenge to scout potential mates. Preston did not best Elva in her challenge, though Elva never revealed the true purpose of the challenge, opting instead to help Preston during the events of book four in exchange for Preston to put his fledgling skills with the blade to use. Overall, and despite her offer of a Quétzal challenge Elva appears to have little romantic interest in Preston, often referring to him as a terrible choice in mate.

## **Quétzal Feathers**

It is revealed in book six that Elva had a total of six feathers, one of which she used before she decided to have a kid r with an unnamed Flóff scout. Her third was never discussed though it appeared after book two, her fourth was offered to Preston though never taken as he lost the challenge.