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ISADORA FEDELE
noble houses ☆ mafia ☆ fantasy
AGAINST FAITH — antihero
Name: isadora nova fedele
Aliases: the swan; izzy
Gender: female
Age: twenty-five years [25 yrs]
Race: human
Orientation: heterosexual
AGAINST ALL ODDS — as if it must be pure
BODY
Height: five-feet & four-inches [5'4"]
Build: svelte & sophisticated
Complexion: sunkissed & youthful
Hair: golden; falls to the small of her back
Eyes: ruby red
Voice: playful & prideful
SOUL
Aside from the rolling temper sated by constant attention and reverence, Isadora is a creature of habit and play. Having been born into one of the four major families of Cosa Nostra, she is as prideful as she is beautiful, but she is not without manners, nor does she abuse her power (often). She is easygoing, easy speaking, charming, and will entertain with the best of them while scheming her way into the lives of her enemies - and they know it.
Likes: tea (floral, preferably); strawberry cakes; music & dance; flowers (tulips, preferably)
Dislikes: loud noises; lack of power; rudeness
Quirks: often chews her nails; will completely zone out & ignore people
AGAINST CHANGE — we wander through the ruins
THEN
"We've only taken back what has always been ours."
Once upon a time, the Fedele family was known for their love of the flesh. A lesser noble house, but a noble house nonetheless, they rose above most as an established patron to coveted courtesans. What had set them aside from the rest selling flesh was their ability to provide the best individuals to please the needs of many. Each courtesan had been separated into two different groups, giving consumers options spanning from young ladies to handsome men. These courtesans were claimed to be a drug as they brought upon a feeling most have yearned for but could not obtain. The establishment of patrons gave the Fedele family a rolling income, making them rich and prosperous.
Having the wealth to obtain the power to become a Great House, the Fedele family was singled out as a threat to the other Great Houses and their kind. As a lesser house, it was by their divine right to remain so, and any attempt to become greater was often snuffed out, for it threatened the stance of the Great Houses who've been established for years and years. It was the belief of the Fedele family that all houses should share the wealth and power, creating an even playing ground that could sprout opportunities that would benefit everyone - not just the wealthy. Some would see this belief as hypocritical as the Fedele family refused to share their secrets that made their courtesans desirable above the rest. They also would pick and choose who they supported in terms of charity work and benefactors.
In the end, they barely shared their wealth, and when they did, it was for their profit. It could have been because they were selfish, or it could have been their caution.
Nonetheless, it did not matter. A traitor lurked within the ranks of the Fedele House, and with the traitor's signal, the Fedele House was snuffed from history. One humid night, the halls of the Fedele estate were cast in shadow and blood. Members of the Great Houses used their power and wealth to hire mercenaries to kill the Fedele family, ensuring that no member of the Great Houses would be named in the massacre, and the work could be seen as an act of revenge of some kind. Having made enemies over the years, the massacre was hardly surprising, and the death of the house was quickly swept under the rug and left to be a disposable piece of history.
Not every member of the Fedele House was killed. Two were kept alive; the traitor and their partner were allowed to escape as long as they remained hidden for a time and relinquished their power and wealth, which would be spread among the Great Houses. This traitorous act had been done in hopes the Great Houses would finally acknowledge the lesser noble houses and share their wealth that's been so highly coveted by the wealthy and royal. It was promised that eventually, the Fedele family would be able to obtain their rights as a lesser house, yet that never happened. Neither did the shift of power, for it became apparent the Great Houses had no intention of sharing their prosperity.
The traitor lived in squalor and hate, vowing that the Fedele family would rise to prominence once again.
And it's with that vowel of revenge did the Fedele family dug themselves out of a deep grave. Years have gone by, and once again, the Great Houses of Cosa Nostra are carving their way through the ranks of nobility to assert themselves as "betters." It was not the betters who saved the people from the Evils of Cosa Nosta, though they made miserable attempts to take the recognition. It had been them, the four families, who protected the people and their way of life.
Isadora and her brother Jacob ensured that trade was healthy and the people entertained. Goods are goods, so they say. Tapping into the vein of their family's lineage, the Fedele siblings began to hire men and women hungry for work and some semblance of stability. Prostitution is highly regarded across Cosa Nostra due to the religious beliefs needling their way into people's hearts. Taking advantage of this and exploiting the opportunities, the Fedele family established themselves as patrons and providers of the best courtesans to be found in Cosa Nostra.
Isadora oversees the courtesan houses, of which there are two to speak of:
The Mind
``Wealth Seeks Company
The Heart
``Thou, and No Other
Each Courtesan House is under Isadora's supervision, with the Madame of each house reporting back to her. The houses are known for their particular set of skills, making them extremely popular among the wealthy. Isadora is not a shy individual and is not one to take advantage of; many attempts due to her appearance and overall demeanor are met with contempt. The success of the Courtesan Houses can all be placed on her diligence and help from her family.
What is known about Isadora is what she has allowed being shown. A delicate woman with a demanding presence, you can see her floating about Cosa Nostra in search of great talent to add to her Courtesan Houses. She is a courteous creature who isn't shy about putting someone in their place if needed.
When the four families began to take control, Isadora was the one to promote her brother Jacob to head of the family. For so long, they had been silent, but with her loud appraisal of her brother and her family, their business boomed.
WE ARE FREE — the guiltiness is yours
SKILLS
Isadora knows how to fight; having been in many scuffles here and there over the years, she has a hardened constitution that's rather admirable. Preferring to be the monster in the shadows, Isadora is a master of espionage and secrets. As a master assassin, she is capable of caring for herself and her family, but when she is not using pointed words or her hands, she does have a list of weapons that do the talking for her.
Primary Weapon: Pesh-Kabz
A short blade that is invariably broad at the hilt then tapers progressively and radically to a needle-like, triangular tip. Primarily used as a thrusting weapon; however, the wide hollow-ground blade possesses considerable slicing performance, effectively used with slashing or cutting strokes. Overall length: Eighteen inches [18 in]
Blade length: Twelve inches [12 in]
Blade: Depleted primal alloy
Hilt: Ivory
Primary Company: Throwing Knives
Spear-pointed, fixed-blade throwing knives with a straight edge. Their handles are wrapped in animal sinew, making the grip more comfortable for throwing and general handling. Overall length: Nine inches and a half [9 ½]
Blade length: Two and one-eighth [2 ⅛]
Blade & Hilt: Depleted primal alloy
Secondary: Rope Javelin
There are five parts to this little wonder. The dart that's made out of depleted primal alloy shaped into a pentagonal prism; five rings attached to the dart head with the rope - covered in wax to reduce friction - attached to the final ring; a blue feather attached to the dart head itself to conceal the dart, with additional feathers ranging from blue to red attached to the side rings to slow down the dart and increase control; the handle is the last piece of the rope, usually wrapped around her right arm when in use. Overall length: One hundred & eighty inches [180 in]
Rope: Usual run-of-the-mill rope dipped in wax
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