Name: Crystal Playby: Merethe Hopland Relationship Status: single Ghost Code: Blood of Basilias Alias: Cryss Sexuality: bi-sexual Creature Status: Human
Appearance
Height:5'7'' Weight: 155 Character Age: 24 Hair and Eye: blonde and green
Background
History: She left home after graduation at that age of 16 and traveled in a caravan around the United Kingdom and towards Eastern Europe. She was found by her first vampire within two years and discovered the high of yen-fen. She has been an addict since then and spends much of her time either high or searching for the high.
Powers and abilities: NONE
Employment: unemployed, she's on the dole
Residence: Currently Chicago flat above chinese shop
Full Name: Crystal Lark Age: 24 Height: 5'7" Weight: 155 lbs Hair Color: Blonde Eye Color: Green
Physical Appearance: Crystal has a lithe but curvy build, with long, wavy blonde hair that cascades down to her mid-back. Her striking green eyes hold a mixture of allure and weariness, betraying the inner turmoil she often tries to mask. She typically dresses in a bohemian style, favoring flowy dresses and layered clothing that give her an ethereal yet disheveled appearance. A tattoo of a crescent moon adorns her wrist, a reminder of the freedom she once sought.
Background: Crystal’s life took a dramatic turn at the age of 16 when she left her family home to explore the world, seeking independence and adventure. Traveling with a caravan across the United Kingdom and later Eastern Europe, she encountered the dark and seductive underbelly of the supernatural world. It was during this time that she met her first vampire and was introduced to yen-fen, a potent substance derived from vampire venom. The initial allure of the high it provided soon transformed into a devastating addiction that would shape her future.
Current Life: Now residing in a cramped flat above a bustling Chinese restaurant in Chicago, Crystal’s life revolves around her addiction. She spends her days in a haze, often scouring the city for her next fix of yen-fen or seeking out the vampires who can provide her with the venom she craves. Despite her addiction, there’s a flicker of resilience in her—a testament to the adventurous spirit that once defined her.
Personality: Crystal is a complex character: charming yet self-destructive, with an infectious zeal for life that contrasts sharply with the darkness of her addiction. She often oscillates between euphoric highs and deep lows, leading to erratic behavior. For those who get close to her, she is fiercely loyal and caring, but her addiction often creates a barrier, making it difficult for her to maintain relationships. She possesses a sharp wit, often using humor to deflect from her pain, and has developed a certain cunning in her dealings with vampires.
Motivation: Despite her dependence on yen-fen, a part of Crystal longs for genuine connection and freedom from her addiction. Her experiences in the caravan instilled in her a love for adventure, and she yearns for a time when she felt alive without the need for substances. As she navigates the world of the Basilias in Chicago, she grapples with her desire for the high and her yearning for a life unshackled by addiction.
Future Aspirations: Deep down, Crystal dreams of breaking free from her addiction and reclaiming her independence. She longs to explore new horizons and experience life without the fog of yen-fen clouding her mind. Her encounters with other individuals affected by the vampire world may spark a journey towards healing, as she seeks to reconcile her past with her present.
Relationships: Crystal maintains a tenuous relationship with her family, having long since severed ties after her early departure from home. However, she occasionally reflects on what might have been. In Chicago, she is part of a small community of fellow addicts and supernatural beings, forming a makeshift family that understands her struggles but often perpetuates her addiction.
With her life interwoven with the allure of the supernatural and the dangers of addiction, Crystal is on a path fraught with challenges but also ripe with the potential for redemption.