Post by Siara Brightweather on Jul 2, 2017 19:42:41 GMT -5
Name: Siara Winifred Brightweather
Age: 45
Birthdate/place: [18-11-1976] - Godric's Hollow, UK
Species: Human
Gender: Female
Family: Pureblood (Not that it matters to her in the least)
- The Brightweather Family is a very old, very wealthy family in the wizarding world.
Father - Donnely Elbon Brightweather (deceased)
Mother - Liesa Wynn Brightweather
Siblings - None ((Considering changing this to give her a sibling, to be updated))
Appearance:
Hair: Silver-grey, short and spiked in a pixie-style haircut, typically windswept due to all her time on a broomstick.
Eyes: Tawny-gold, the color of her animagus form (Northern Goshawk)
Build/height - Lean, tall (6'1") and very fit, she has a fine-boned face with stern angles but smile wrinkles at the corners of her eyes. Even though she can look very stern, there is almost always the hint of a smile in her eyes. Siara has an athletic build with slightly wider shoulders, narrow hips and long legs.
General Description - Siara keeps herself in 'fighting' condition - running and exercising every day and keeping to a healthy diet. She is quick and light on her feet, and surprisingly strong, especially her hands. Siara loves classy clothes, but during class and in the hallways, she can be seen wearing regular robes in dark earth tones. Her signature clothing item is a pair of knee-high, leather boots with sturdy heels, usually in black or brown. When relaxing, she prefers jeans, boots, and a comfortable shirt; nothing too fancy.
Possessions - Her wand, teaching items, a collection of books, and a wardrobe of fashionable clothing, including her favorite pair of knee-high black leather boots. She also has a large collection of scarves, both for cold weather and decoration. Siara always wears a necklace with a silver hawk charm on it. She has a full kit of well-worn Quidditch gear, including a pair of goggles that have been patched multiple times. Her owl is a snowy owl named Widget (during the time before the Flux. She will need a new owl after the Flux due to the lifespan of owls, Widget would have passed away by the time she returns). She owns a Cirrus Starspin 4005 (a rare broomstick made in Sweden, one of her most prized possessions). She is interested in getting some kind of pet, such as a cat, to keep her company along with her owl.
Siara is often accompanied by a house-elf who is in her employ as secretary, butler, and assistant: Ogbert. He was originally her family's house elf, whom she inherited. She set him free, but he chose to continue to assist her. She considers him a dear friend and staunch advisor.
Personality:
Temperament/Mental Attributes - Brightweather's temperament is a balance between stern and lively. While teaching, she is serious and does not allow any mischief or 'horsing around'. She has often been described as 'stern and fierce'. But Siara has a fun-loving side as well, and knows when to relax and have a good time. When she was Headmistress for the first time, the students admired her because, despite her stern and watchful eye for any mischief, she is also kind and understanding, winning the hearts of students and staff alike. She is very protective of those under her ward, such as the students and staff of Hogwarts. If there is one trait she is known for the most, it's her dedication to guarding Hogwarts and its denizens, no matter who/what they are, as well as her loved ones. Those who oppose Hogwarts either politically or otherwise are quick to learn that Siara is fiercely protective and loyal to the school and all under her care, and that she cares deeply for the students and their potential as the future of the wizarding world.
Siara has a sharp mind, and learns very quickly. She retains information at an amazing rate, which helped her to become the powerful witch she is today. Her attention to detail and sharp memory goes hand in hand with her love of puzzles. Though diplomatic in large groups, she prefers the company of one or two close friends instead. Siara loves the students at Hogwarts, taking great delight in seeing them succeed and grow into their potential. Able to remain calm in difficult situations, she has strong leadership abilities. She does not like snooty or 'high-brow' types, and will often speak her mind bluntly when confronted with such people. Despite coming from an old, pure-blood family of high status, she doesn't stand for mistreatment of any class or species. Her opinion of the Ministry is skeptical at best, and is known as a bit of a 'wild card' among the ranks of the politically savvy. Though she holds sway as a member of the Wizengamot and Order of Merlin, she is not one to throw her weight around or hold her status above others.
Alliance- OotP, Black Watch, Wizengamot
Alignment- Lawful Good
Employment&Education:
-Adults-
Former House- Ravenclaw
Job- Formerly Headmistress of Hogwarts, currently unemployed as of the Flux Event (will apply to the Headmistress position as soon as possible once she gets her bearings)
Employer- Hogwarts School of Witchcraft & Wizardry (if accepted)
OWLs/NEWTs- Passed all OWLS and NEWTS with O's (Outstanding), except for History of Magic (A).
Other:
Magical Skills- Wandless Magic, Animagus (Northern Goshawk; Features: Golden eyes instead of typical deep orange, ruffled feathers on head - trait from Siara's short, windblown hair, black legs - trait from Siara's typical tall black boots she wears), Occlumency/Legilimency. Siara is a powerful witch in her own right; highly respected among her peers on the Wizengamot. Her Order of Merlin First Class is well-earned.
Patronus- Northern Goshawk (Accipiter gentilis)
Wand- 12" slender, oak with core of pegasus pinion feather.
Goals/Aspirations- Protect all those within the bounds of Hogwarts, especially the students; and serve them loyally. To make a difference in the way the non-wealthy and minorities are treated, both politically and generally. Ensure that all who come to Hogwarts to learn are given the best opportunity to achieve their potential. Siara is also a member of the Black Watch and takes this role very seriously to guard against anything that threatens the peace and safety of the innocent.
Other Information- Siara's silver hair and striking eyes come from an incident during her time fighting in the Great War, when a hex went awry and partially melded her animagus form with her normal human form, giving her increased eyesight and hearing, as well as a fondness for meat in her diet, and of course, flying.
Siara has a passion for broomstick sports, a fact she does not usually share with others. She played Keeper on the Ravenclaw team during her time at Hogwarts, and follows the Quidditch and Broom Racing sports quite avidly. Before becoming Headmistress she taught for a time as the Quidditch Trainer at Hogwarts. When she needs to blow off steam, the witch can often be found flying her trusty Starspin at the Quidditch field.
She is not on good terms with her family, due to her political differences and the way she does not behave according to the family's status. Even though her parents are proud she became Headmistress, they expected her to use it in a more political way. How she will react upon returning and finding her father deceased is to be seen.
History-
Born on the outskirts of Godric's Hollow at the Brightweather Manor, Siara grew up among wealth and position. While she dutifully attended lessons, ranging from politics, economy and fencing, Siara found herself drawn to the wilderness beyond the town. To her it was freedom from the stifling life as a pure-blood of high status. And so, from a young age she learned all there is to know about the wild, natural world, and for a time she aspired to be a ranger like the groundskeeper who tended both to the animals and the grounds. He was very kind to her, and taught her all he knew. Upon turning 11, she began attending Hogwarts. Her parents watched on, expectant that their daughter would gain political clout and impress many with her skills and intelligence. It was a delightful time for Siara, because she loved to learn and make friends, and because she was away from her family's influence. However, for the first three years she was short and petite in stature, and was ridiculed by some of the students. Siara responded by growing tougher, and developed her 'stern' side. She would look out for other students, and defend them from bullies.
During her fourth year, however, Siara shot up like a sprout, and joined the Quidditch team. She was a beater, and then switched to being a Keeper until she graduated from Hogwarts. Siara continues to love Quidditch to this day, and will gladly join practice matches for fun.
After graduating from Hogwarts, Siara began to work hard to become certified as an animal handler, and to teach the Care of Magical Creatures class at Hogwarts (much to her parents' dismay, but Siara had long since developed a very independent attitude). Her parents threatened to disown her if she didn't aspire to something more, but she knew that they still loved her, despite everything (and being the only child they couldn't disown her). Deciding that experience was the best way to learn, she began to travel the world, returning at times to a modest flat in wizarding London. For the most part she was abroad, traveling from the depths of the Amazon hunting for Bug-Eyed Bliggs to the heights of the Himalayas to study the elusive Icecap Drake. She published many papers on her studies, and eventually earned a certificate for magical creatures handler.
During the second War, Siara was hit by a powerful hex in the midst of battle while she was in her animagus form, that of a grey hawk. The hex caused her to be unable to fully shift to human, so even when in her regular human form, Siara has golden hawk eyes, heightened senses, and silver hair. She prefers to keep it short and windswept as an echo of her spirit, and her affinity for hawks.
Ever since she first stepped into the halls of Hogwarts, Siara knew it was where she wanted to make a difference. For years she tossed around ideas for being a professor, a caretaker, even the librarian. It was a home to her, and she felt like Hogwarts welcomed her as one of its own. Her hero, Albus Dumbledore, inspired Siara's choices and mindset, and she secretly developed a dream of one day following in his footsteps. Siara proved herself an able and compassionate leader in many instances while leading expeditions to study magical creatures, or teaching classes at the Ministry, or other adult learning institutions. But Siara never imagined she would actually be given the chance to become the head of Hogwarts and its staff. She would settle for being a professor there at best.
Several months after teaching at Hogwarts, Siara was approached by the Ministry of Magic, telling her that the current Headmaster of Hogwarts was stepping down to retire. It was a rather sudden change, happening just after Hogwarts closed for the summer. And to her disbelief and delight, they offered her the position. Her parents were over the moon. And so Siara humbly accepted, pleased beyond belief that she was being given the chance to make such a difference. Tentative at first, she rolled up her sleeves and went to work.
During the Demon Wars, Siara took on the defense of Hogwarts and Hogsmeade with a fierce determination. She faced off against Mosrael several times, and was present in both battles of Hogsmeade, as well as the final fight against the Masked Lady. After the war ended, Siara was ready to resume her normal duties without the spectre of war looming over the school, but things did not go as expected.
A coup was set in motion against her; a plot devised by Mosrael before the Masked Lady's defeat. What better way to cripple the resistance than to kill the leader of Hogwarts, and a key member of the Black Watch? So, summoning some of her most trusted Sentinels, Mosrael instructed them to kidnap Siara and make her disappear. She told of the Headmistress' weaknesses, and how best to disarm her. The day after the final battle against Mosrael, while on her way to visit the wounded in St. Mungos, Siara was overpowered by the Sentinels. Despite the demise of their Dark Lady, they were determined to see her plan through to its end, and to get revenge for her death. Siara fought with all her skills, but she was still recovering from the battle. The Headmistress was caught, and just before they could finish her off, Siara desperately tried to apparate to Hogsmeade. When she arrived, at first Siara was unaware anything was wrong, but soon, to her horror, the weary Headmistress discovered it was actually 17 years in the future.
Age: 45
Birthdate/place: [18-11-1976] - Godric's Hollow, UK
Species: Human
Gender: Female
Family: Pureblood (Not that it matters to her in the least)
- The Brightweather Family is a very old, very wealthy family in the wizarding world.
Father - Donnely Elbon Brightweather (deceased)
Mother - Liesa Wynn Brightweather
Siblings - None ((Considering changing this to give her a sibling, to be updated))
Appearance:
Hair: Silver-grey, short and spiked in a pixie-style haircut, typically windswept due to all her time on a broomstick.
Eyes: Tawny-gold, the color of her animagus form (Northern Goshawk)
Build/height - Lean, tall (6'1") and very fit, she has a fine-boned face with stern angles but smile wrinkles at the corners of her eyes. Even though she can look very stern, there is almost always the hint of a smile in her eyes. Siara has an athletic build with slightly wider shoulders, narrow hips and long legs.
General Description - Siara keeps herself in 'fighting' condition - running and exercising every day and keeping to a healthy diet. She is quick and light on her feet, and surprisingly strong, especially her hands. Siara loves classy clothes, but during class and in the hallways, she can be seen wearing regular robes in dark earth tones. Her signature clothing item is a pair of knee-high, leather boots with sturdy heels, usually in black or brown. When relaxing, she prefers jeans, boots, and a comfortable shirt; nothing too fancy.
Possessions - Her wand, teaching items, a collection of books, and a wardrobe of fashionable clothing, including her favorite pair of knee-high black leather boots. She also has a large collection of scarves, both for cold weather and decoration. Siara always wears a necklace with a silver hawk charm on it. She has a full kit of well-worn Quidditch gear, including a pair of goggles that have been patched multiple times. Her owl is a snowy owl named Widget (during the time before the Flux. She will need a new owl after the Flux due to the lifespan of owls, Widget would have passed away by the time she returns). She owns a Cirrus Starspin 4005 (a rare broomstick made in Sweden, one of her most prized possessions). She is interested in getting some kind of pet, such as a cat, to keep her company along with her owl.
Siara is often accompanied by a house-elf who is in her employ as secretary, butler, and assistant: Ogbert. He was originally her family's house elf, whom she inherited. She set him free, but he chose to continue to assist her. She considers him a dear friend and staunch advisor.
Personality:
Temperament/Mental Attributes - Brightweather's temperament is a balance between stern and lively. While teaching, she is serious and does not allow any mischief or 'horsing around'. She has often been described as 'stern and fierce'. But Siara has a fun-loving side as well, and knows when to relax and have a good time. When she was Headmistress for the first time, the students admired her because, despite her stern and watchful eye for any mischief, she is also kind and understanding, winning the hearts of students and staff alike. She is very protective of those under her ward, such as the students and staff of Hogwarts. If there is one trait she is known for the most, it's her dedication to guarding Hogwarts and its denizens, no matter who/what they are, as well as her loved ones. Those who oppose Hogwarts either politically or otherwise are quick to learn that Siara is fiercely protective and loyal to the school and all under her care, and that she cares deeply for the students and their potential as the future of the wizarding world.
Siara has a sharp mind, and learns very quickly. She retains information at an amazing rate, which helped her to become the powerful witch she is today. Her attention to detail and sharp memory goes hand in hand with her love of puzzles. Though diplomatic in large groups, she prefers the company of one or two close friends instead. Siara loves the students at Hogwarts, taking great delight in seeing them succeed and grow into their potential. Able to remain calm in difficult situations, she has strong leadership abilities. She does not like snooty or 'high-brow' types, and will often speak her mind bluntly when confronted with such people. Despite coming from an old, pure-blood family of high status, she doesn't stand for mistreatment of any class or species. Her opinion of the Ministry is skeptical at best, and is known as a bit of a 'wild card' among the ranks of the politically savvy. Though she holds sway as a member of the Wizengamot and Order of Merlin, she is not one to throw her weight around or hold her status above others.
Alliance- OotP, Black Watch, Wizengamot
Alignment- Lawful Good
Employment&Education:
-Adults-
Former House- Ravenclaw
Job- Formerly Headmistress of Hogwarts, currently unemployed as of the Flux Event (will apply to the Headmistress position as soon as possible once she gets her bearings)
Employer- Hogwarts School of Witchcraft & Wizardry (if accepted)
OWLs/NEWTs- Passed all OWLS and NEWTS with O's (Outstanding), except for History of Magic (A).
Other:
Magical Skills- Wandless Magic, Animagus (Northern Goshawk; Features: Golden eyes instead of typical deep orange, ruffled feathers on head - trait from Siara's short, windblown hair, black legs - trait from Siara's typical tall black boots she wears), Occlumency/Legilimency. Siara is a powerful witch in her own right; highly respected among her peers on the Wizengamot. Her Order of Merlin First Class is well-earned.
Patronus- Northern Goshawk (Accipiter gentilis)
Wand- 12" slender, oak with core of pegasus pinion feather.
Goals/Aspirations- Protect all those within the bounds of Hogwarts, especially the students; and serve them loyally. To make a difference in the way the non-wealthy and minorities are treated, both politically and generally. Ensure that all who come to Hogwarts to learn are given the best opportunity to achieve their potential. Siara is also a member of the Black Watch and takes this role very seriously to guard against anything that threatens the peace and safety of the innocent.
Other Information- Siara's silver hair and striking eyes come from an incident during her time fighting in the Great War, when a hex went awry and partially melded her animagus form with her normal human form, giving her increased eyesight and hearing, as well as a fondness for meat in her diet, and of course, flying.
Siara has a passion for broomstick sports, a fact she does not usually share with others. She played Keeper on the Ravenclaw team during her time at Hogwarts, and follows the Quidditch and Broom Racing sports quite avidly. Before becoming Headmistress she taught for a time as the Quidditch Trainer at Hogwarts. When she needs to blow off steam, the witch can often be found flying her trusty Starspin at the Quidditch field.
She is not on good terms with her family, due to her political differences and the way she does not behave according to the family's status. Even though her parents are proud she became Headmistress, they expected her to use it in a more political way. How she will react upon returning and finding her father deceased is to be seen.
History-
Born on the outskirts of Godric's Hollow at the Brightweather Manor, Siara grew up among wealth and position. While she dutifully attended lessons, ranging from politics, economy and fencing, Siara found herself drawn to the wilderness beyond the town. To her it was freedom from the stifling life as a pure-blood of high status. And so, from a young age she learned all there is to know about the wild, natural world, and for a time she aspired to be a ranger like the groundskeeper who tended both to the animals and the grounds. He was very kind to her, and taught her all he knew. Upon turning 11, she began attending Hogwarts. Her parents watched on, expectant that their daughter would gain political clout and impress many with her skills and intelligence. It was a delightful time for Siara, because she loved to learn and make friends, and because she was away from her family's influence. However, for the first three years she was short and petite in stature, and was ridiculed by some of the students. Siara responded by growing tougher, and developed her 'stern' side. She would look out for other students, and defend them from bullies.
During her fourth year, however, Siara shot up like a sprout, and joined the Quidditch team. She was a beater, and then switched to being a Keeper until she graduated from Hogwarts. Siara continues to love Quidditch to this day, and will gladly join practice matches for fun.
After graduating from Hogwarts, Siara began to work hard to become certified as an animal handler, and to teach the Care of Magical Creatures class at Hogwarts (much to her parents' dismay, but Siara had long since developed a very independent attitude). Her parents threatened to disown her if she didn't aspire to something more, but she knew that they still loved her, despite everything (and being the only child they couldn't disown her). Deciding that experience was the best way to learn, she began to travel the world, returning at times to a modest flat in wizarding London. For the most part she was abroad, traveling from the depths of the Amazon hunting for Bug-Eyed Bliggs to the heights of the Himalayas to study the elusive Icecap Drake. She published many papers on her studies, and eventually earned a certificate for magical creatures handler.
During the second War, Siara was hit by a powerful hex in the midst of battle while she was in her animagus form, that of a grey hawk. The hex caused her to be unable to fully shift to human, so even when in her regular human form, Siara has golden hawk eyes, heightened senses, and silver hair. She prefers to keep it short and windswept as an echo of her spirit, and her affinity for hawks.
Ever since she first stepped into the halls of Hogwarts, Siara knew it was where she wanted to make a difference. For years she tossed around ideas for being a professor, a caretaker, even the librarian. It was a home to her, and she felt like Hogwarts welcomed her as one of its own. Her hero, Albus Dumbledore, inspired Siara's choices and mindset, and she secretly developed a dream of one day following in his footsteps. Siara proved herself an able and compassionate leader in many instances while leading expeditions to study magical creatures, or teaching classes at the Ministry, or other adult learning institutions. But Siara never imagined she would actually be given the chance to become the head of Hogwarts and its staff. She would settle for being a professor there at best.
Several months after teaching at Hogwarts, Siara was approached by the Ministry of Magic, telling her that the current Headmaster of Hogwarts was stepping down to retire. It was a rather sudden change, happening just after Hogwarts closed for the summer. And to her disbelief and delight, they offered her the position. Her parents were over the moon. And so Siara humbly accepted, pleased beyond belief that she was being given the chance to make such a difference. Tentative at first, she rolled up her sleeves and went to work.
During the Demon Wars, Siara took on the defense of Hogwarts and Hogsmeade with a fierce determination. She faced off against Mosrael several times, and was present in both battles of Hogsmeade, as well as the final fight against the Masked Lady. After the war ended, Siara was ready to resume her normal duties without the spectre of war looming over the school, but things did not go as expected.
A coup was set in motion against her; a plot devised by Mosrael before the Masked Lady's defeat. What better way to cripple the resistance than to kill the leader of Hogwarts, and a key member of the Black Watch? So, summoning some of her most trusted Sentinels, Mosrael instructed them to kidnap Siara and make her disappear. She told of the Headmistress' weaknesses, and how best to disarm her. The day after the final battle against Mosrael, while on her way to visit the wounded in St. Mungos, Siara was overpowered by the Sentinels. Despite the demise of their Dark Lady, they were determined to see her plan through to its end, and to get revenge for her death. Siara fought with all her skills, but she was still recovering from the battle. The Headmistress was caught, and just before they could finish her off, Siara desperately tried to apparate to Hogsmeade. When she arrived, at first Siara was unaware anything was wrong, but soon, to her horror, the weary Headmistress discovered it was actually 17 years in the future.
