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Crafted by the tears of the god and goddess Abnyr and Isuri and formed from the very clouds that danced across the sky, Emiri was brought into existence with a singular purpose; to rebuild and protect the beautiful and fragile lands of Askia, as both of her creators had.
Isuri, the goddess of nature and motherhood, gazed upon the mortal world with compassion and concern. She decided to entrust Emiri to her mortal friends, Bitter and Choccy, who dwelled in an oasis nestled among the rolling hills, completely aware of the cub's celestial origins and honored that their heavenly friend had blessed them one final time.
As time passed, Emiri grew and began to experience recurring dreams of Isuri, filled with visions and whispers that stirred her heart and troubled her mind. Seeking guidance, she turned to Bitter, who listened with a solemn expression before revealing the truth of her extraordinary existence. Overwhelmed and bewildered by this revelation, Emiri's sense of purpose wavered, giving way to a profound curiosity about her true nature and the destiny that awaited her.
Driven by an unshakable yearning to discover her place in the world, Emiri bid farewell to Bitter and Choccy, setting out on a journey to fulfill the purpose for which she was created: to protect and defend Askia. Along her travels, she encountered a charming lion named Wyld, whose captivating presence and seeming gentle spirit stirred her soul. Unbeknownst to her, Wyld had been created for a darker purpose, as a harbinger of destruction and chaos, designed to sow discord among the prides and ultimately to snuff out Emiri's light.
Despite their disparate origins, Emiri and Wyld found love in each other's company, Emiri blissfully unaware of the looming shadow that threatened to tear them apart. As the moons waxed and waned, Emiri's joy turned to anguish when she stumbled upon Wyld preparing implements of devastation from a human village, his eyes betraying a chilling determination.
When she confronted him, demanding an explanation, the truth emerged like a dagger to her heart. Wyld revealed his malevolent purpose, confessing that he intended to unleash a firey destruction to the lands and rally an army, as his creator, the tyrant Adonis, had intended for him. He begged for her to join him as his queen, promising protection and the spoils of his ruling. Horrified and shaken to her core, Emiri realized the depth of the deception that had ensnared her.
With a heavy heart and tear-filled eyes, Emiri knew that she had no choice but to confront the lion she loved, for the fate of Askia hung in the balance. The jungle became a stage for their tragic destiny, as Emiri and Wyld clashed amidst the swirling winds and echoing roars. In a desperate struggle for the soul of Askia, Emiri's resolve was tested as she fought to protect the land she had come to cherish.
Amidst the tumult of battle, Emiri's sorrow turned to steely determination. In a moment of agonizing clarity, she shattered a glass bottle of flammable liquid upon Wyld and with claws to his steel necklace, created a spark igniting a conflagration that engulfed him in a searing blaze. As the flames consumed the lion she had once loved, Emiri stood amidst the ashes and the echoes of their conflict, her eyes filled with tears, agony and the burden of her newfound knowledge. The land of Askia bore witness to the tragic spectacle, the very sky weeping alongside Emiri for the love that had been lost and the devastation that had been narrowly averted.
In the aftermath, Emiri's spirit was weighed down by the anguish of betrayal and the burning memory of the flames that had consumed her beloved. Yet, she knew that her purpose remained unchangedβto safeguard Askia from any who sought to bring harm to its inhabitants and its fragile beauty. With a heavy heart and a renewed sense of determination, Emiri turned her gaze once more to the horizon, her eyes reflecting the resolve that burned within her. She roamed the vast expanse of Askia, seeking to heal the wounds left by the conflict and to ensure that the lands she had sworn to protect would continue to flourish.
In the wake of the tumultuous battle, Emiri's legend had spread far and wide, becoming a symbol of resilience and unwavering strength in the face of adversity. She became a beacon of hope for the creatures of Askia, inspiring them to strive for harmony and unity in the wake of the darkness that had threatened to engulf their world.
As time passed, the memory of Wyld and the pain of their parting lingered within Emiri, she grew distant and became accustomed to a loner's life, traveling around her kingdom endlessly. Yet, with each dawn that graced the skies of Askia, she found peace in the knowledge that she had remained true to her purpose, protecting the realm and nurturing its splendor for generations to come, even if at a distance.
Emiri's story became a timeless tale, whispered among the prides and etched into the very fabric of Askia's history. Her name resonated as a testament to the indomitable spirit of those who dared to rise above the shadows and defend the light that illuminated their world.
And so, the lioness, fashioned by the divine paws of Abnyr and Isuri, continued to watch over Askia, her form a beacon to the enduring strength of the lands she called home and the unwavering spirit that dwelled within her noble heart.
Following the tumultuous events with Wyld, Emiri found herself with an unexpected and bittersweet reminder of their loveβa precious life growing within her. As the seasons shifted and the gentle caress of spring graced the lands of Askia, Emiri nurtured the life that stirred within her, feeling the weight of responsibility and the complexity of emotions that came with carrying Wyld's cub.
Despite the anguish and betrayal she had endured at Wyld's paws, Emiri knew that the cub was innocent, a symbol of the love they had once shared. As she felt the movements of the new life within her, she made a vow to protect and cherish her offspring, separate from the shadow of its father's legacy.
When the time came for the cub, who she named Leviatris, to enter the world, Emiri welcomed his arrival with a mix of tenderness and apprehension. As she gazed upon the tiny, crying creature, she saw not the darkness of its origins, but the potential for a future unburdened by the sins of the past.
Throughout Levi's early days, Emiri devoted herself to nurturing him, imparting wisdom and instilling within him the values that would shape him into a guardian of Askia's future. She spoke to Leviatris of the beauty of the land, the importance of unity, and the legacy of his celestial origins, seeking to ensure that the cub would grow to embody the very best of Askia.
As Levi grew, he became a reflection of the love and dedication that Emiri poured into him, a testament to the resilience and hope that defined the lioness who had brought him into the world. Together, they roamed the vast expanse of Askia, safeguarding its splendor and nurturing the spirit of unity and harmony among its inhabitants.
In Leviatris, Emiri found a source of renewal, a living embodiment of the enduring strength and unwavering hope that had carried her through the trials and tribulations of her journey. Together, they stood as guardians of Askia, a testament to the enduring legacy of love and resilience that defined their shared destiny. Eventually, Emiri found love once more in her closest friend; Artemis, the new queen of Askia.
Headcannons:
-Emiri is terrified of fire. Even the sight of a campfire is a trigger.
-She has moss agate fangs and claws.
-She is actually canonically a hybrid! She would be a leopon with the uneven mutation in her canon design
-She's more of a lone wolf. She doesn't like outings.
-She was asked to become next in line for queen by her fathers but refused. She much preferred staying as the "legendary mortal guardian of Askia"
-Before Levi's birth, she was horrified that the cub would turn out to be as bad as his father.
-Once she found out she was pregnant, she confided in Bitter with her fears and expressed she didn't want to be a mother yet. With both of her father's and Artemis' guidance and comfort, she went through with it and turned out to be a fantastic mother.
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