By: Tauti Derico
Story Glossary
Cross Hellions Inquisition- The only established government of the human nation. It's run by highly trained and skilled hunter's called inquisitors. A ranking was established immediately after it's creation, with the Lord inquisitor as it's leader. They are rumored to be power hungry individuals. And are suspects to the fall of the royal family monarchy. All weapons of the inquisitor are anti-vampire, no exceptions.
Crimson Requiem - The most revered and aggressive group of leaders in the vampire nation often called a sisterhood. They show great resentment to the Cross Hellions, especially at political meetings. No one knows why, but some speculate its the fact that the Cross Hellions hunt their own kind. A ranking system is also established in the sisterhood. Pure blooded vampires are often found in the high seats. The “princess superior,” is their main and highly evolved leader. They're strictly female dominant. Its no wonder Males are no where to be found at political rallies.
Lord Inquisitor – The head of the Cross Hellions Inquisition. He/she must be present at political meetings with the Red Requiem. New leaders are chosen by the preceding ones. Candidates should be highly skilled, experienced, and intelligent. When female's are elected, the title changes from Lord inquisitor, to lady inquisitor.
Princess superior – Only four vampires have been able to achieve this position in a period of 8,000 years. All have been female, and are always notably beautiful. Each one had their own unique abilities and powers. Despite their immortality, some believe a form of betrayal was the cause of death for the first three. Each superior is nominated through a pure blood council meeting. The present one has the longest reign thus far at 4,458 years.
Royal Family Monarchy – The human nation was once ruled by this family. At the time, the Cross Hellions were nothing but a police group. The family was respected and most welcome in Crimson Requiem meetings. The King was the highest and foremost, with a queen at his side. However, when the last king met his death, a massive assassination of the family followed shortly after, the Cross Hellions assumed power over the human nation. The son of this family, the prince, was no where to be found, and with no heir, the Royal Family Monarchy seized to exist. No investigation followed, which further made the inquisition a suspect in the Royal family assassination.
Honor LGuards – Looked at as the second highest rank in the Cross Hellions. They are charged with the protection of the Lord Inquisitor. There are three new Honor LGuards for each new Lord Inquisitor. Occupying these positions are the most experienced of the Inquisition's hunters. Missions taken up by an Honor LGuard are special, and are thought to be extremely dangerous. However, missions for these high rank individuals are becoming rare. The spot is often given to potential Initiates.
Princess Harlequin – They are in the same context as Honor LGuards. The Second highest, whose responsibility goes to protecting the princess superior. Sisters who demonstrate great skill are qualified in being a candidate. Almost all princess Harelequin opponents were either drained alive, or hacked to pieces. Survivors took note of there deadly, but beautiful form. There are 8 of them in total. And unlike Honor LGuards, Harlequins are separated throughout the country. Patrolling for the sake of their princess superior. Each Harlequin has their own unique ability.
Initiate – Young battle ready individuals. They are new to the inquisition. Often equipped with standard hunter's guns.
Fledgling – A new vampire who joins the Crimson Requiem. They are immediately paired with a, “master.” Potential fledglings are sometimes given high positions immediately.
Borderland- The Border of both countries. Here, governments of both sides barely maintain control. Mostly populated by mercenaries, pirates, and thieves. Vampires and Humans coexist here the most.
CHARACTER GLOSSARY
Avery Kleian Age: 24
A young woman who is to be regarded as the main character of the story. Avery is a new hunter in the inquisitorial group, Cross Hellions. Fresh out of training, she shows great potential and skill with her favorite and unique weaponry: two hunter's 50 caliber pistols. Her outgoing personality may find itself in the way of her judgment, but in the end, her heart is the greatest influence of them all. Her nickname is, “Freya” Its origins still a mystery to this day.
Ayvan Angrove Age: 26
The night after being elected Lord Inquisitor, Ayvan Angrove disappeared. He left a letter stating his intentions. Saying only that he was not worthy for such a daunting task. His uniform, weapons, and inquisition seal, were the three things taken that night. To this day, his whereabouts are unknown. He is regarded as a coward by some, but others believe there is another reason for his sudden desertion. Ayvan uses a single 32 caliber pistol for range attacks, and a longsword for close combat.
Raina Flareken Age: 37
The current leader of the Cross Hellions. Raina was chosen by Ayvan himself before he left. Unlike previous lords, she's more passive and conservative in the world of politics. Most inquisitors doubt her abilities, mainly because they've never seen her in combat before. That might change however. Raina is slowly losing respect with the Crimson Requiem pure bloods and now risks going into war at any moment. The state of affairs is making her more desperate in finding the runaway Ayvan.
Kira Revalken Age: 5,684
Kira is the current Princess Superior of the Crimson Requiem. She holds the longest reign thus far, at 4,458 years, having been elected at the age of 1,226. Her people take great pride in her, mainly because of her recent projects near the borderland. Kira is clever. She will stop at nothing to get what she wants. At times, she can be merciful. A godsend for most criminals in her country. Kira desperately searches for a lover, and claims her age is interfering with her search. She keeps a scythe by her at all times. Ironically, she calls it Revalken. The Cross Hellions currently have no record of her fighting style and special abilities.
Nami Gilliman Age: 16
A very robust and chaotic girl. Nami possesses seemingly endless amounts of energy. She lives in the borderland and was raised by thieves and bandits. Her ability to steal far surpasses that of others. But her victims are strictly rich and well-off people. She roams around the endless and shanty streets in hopes of finding a really good treasure to help her leave and start a new life. For now, she enjoys the lifestyle and hanging out with her bandit acquaintances.
More characters to come!
