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! '''''I have three main goals: to find adventure, find my best friend's father, and show that Wood Elves are more than the elves who hide'''''
! '''''I'm Clymene, the archer for Croak and Dagger.'''''
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|'''-Clymene's primary goals''''
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! '''''I'm tired of being useless, dammit! I... I need to do something. I got to be useful to them - I know my team probably hates my guts more than anything - I would too if I met myself. But... but I got to prove to them I'm useful, I'm trying so hard to get better... but more and more, I feel mom's right. I should have never left. Maybe it'd be better to stay home. But - but I need to prove to them that I'm an asset, not a waste.'''''
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|'''-Clymene's feelings on her roll on the team'''
|'''-Clymene's feelings on her roll on the team'''
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! Race !! Age !! Height !! Weight !! Gender !! Relatives !! Hobbies
! Race !! Age !! Height !! Weight !! Gender !! Relatives !! Hobbies
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| Wood Elf || 121 || 144 cm (4'8 1/2) || 41 kg (92 lbs) || Female || Atalanta (Mother), Chiron (Father), SPOILER || Cooking, Safe Adventuring, Trance-dreams, Dancing and Singing
| Wood Elf || 122 || 144 cm (4'8 1/2) || 41 kg (92 lbs) || Female || Atalanta (Mother), Chiron (Father) || Cooking, Trance-dreams, Dancing and Singing
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! Race !! Height !! Weight  
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| Rock Gnome || 96 cm (3'2) || 4 kg (10 lbs)
| Rock Gnome || ~21-23 || 96 cm (3'2) || 4 kg (10 lbs) || Shopping, Camping, Singing, Drinking
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Clymene of Yulyu is one of the founding members of Cloak and Dagger, a Wood Elf hailing from Yulyu.
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| name              = 88th Clymene of Yulyu, daughter of Chiron and Atalanta
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| alt                = Clymene profile, Rock Gnome
| caption            = Clymene as a a Rock Gnome Art <br>done by Greivs (https://greivs.newgrounds.com/) - NSFW link
| honorific_suffix  =
| birth_date        = 1609
| birth_place        = [[Yulyu]]
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| other_names        = The Forgotten, Cammy (self given)
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| occupation        = Adventurer
| years_active      = 1730-present
| era                = Age of Passage
| employer          =
| organization      = [[Croak and Dagger]]
| height            = 4 ft 8 1/2 in (144 cm as an elf) 3 ft 2 in (96 cm as a gnome)
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The 88th Clymene of Yulyu is one of the founding members of Croak and Dagger, a Wood Elf hailing from Yulyu.
[https://www.dndbeyond.com/profile/hakuxtemari/characters/37945844 Clymene's D&D Beyond Sheet]


==Appearence==
==Appearence==
Clymene is a relatively short girl, standing at 4'8 1/2. She has amber eyes and dark green short hair. Her primary clothing usually consists of a dark green tunic with a hood over brown shorts. These are worn beneath a traveling hood of the same color and matching shoes. Her ears are at the side and stand about 1 foot.
Clymene is a relatively short girl, standing at 4'8 1/2. She has amber eyes and dark green short hair thats always in a messy bedhead. Her primary clothing usually consists of a dark green camo-style tunic with a hood over brown shorts and black gloves. These are worn beneath a traveling hood of the same camo color and matching shoes. Her ears are at the side and stand about 1 foot.


As a Rock Gnome, Clymene's skin pigment has become dark purple with silverish hair and brown eyes. Her ears are still as long as normal, and her clothes just shrunk.
As a Rock Gnome, Clymene's skin pigment has become dark purple with silverish hair and brown eyes. Her ears are still as long as normal, and her clothes just shrunk. She has begun to wear chokers featuring designs of Hera and one of Kelemvor.


==Personality (Major WIP)==
==Personality (Major WIP)==
Clymene is usually quiet when she's in a new location, quick to study everything in sight out of curosity. Because of this, she can seem mute unless speaking to her teammates or when someone speaks to her. This quiet behavior slowly broke as time passed, making her more vocal on her opinions. Despite this, she attempts to maintain an air of subserviance to avoid conflict, even if she despises it. However, while she generally accepts being insulted and mocked, usually because its all something she learned to deal with, insults to her family or her people will make her spiteful and venomous, often plotting to see if she could find a way to exact revenge or even insult the person.  
Clymene is usually quiet when she's in a new location, quick to study everything in sight out of curiosity. Because of this, she can seem mute unless speaking to her teammates or when someone speaks to her. She attempts to maintain an air of subservience to avoid conflict, even if she despises it. She generally accepts being insulted and mocked, usually because it's how she learned to deal with it and if it can keep her from triggering conflict, then it’d be better than the alternative, even if she disagrees with it. By the 88th Tragedy arc, the result of bottling months of this would lead to her unable to hide her anguish at times, unleashing anger and despair in uncontrolled and unfocused bursts akin to a meltdown. Afterwards, she would sink back to being quiet, but also cautious.
Despite her quiet nature, Clymene can often pretend to be jovial as well as friendly, with a soft spot for children and friends. Because of how high loyalty to family has been implemented, she originally trusted those who she considers close friends or like family. This would be seen in being more open, teasing, or helpful to others to the point of playfully teasing and trolling her friends. However, Clymene often has problems processing social situations properly and even has a problem maintaining eye contact. This has resulted in her accidentally coming across as insensitive or taking things too literal. She also has a tic of rubbing her wrists when nervous or uncomfortable. After several betrayals from people she considered close, she started to close herself off from others, distrustful of others unless they provide assistance to her team. Because of this, she can seem distant. Despite this, she has a habit of wanting to help others unless she has something she feels she needs to focus on first or even help those she may not be familiar with for reasons she can’t understand and seems to have an odd code of honor that comes across as paradoxical. This has also gave her an outlook of viewing others in a better light - believing in others more than she ever believed in herself.
Clymene can seem incredibly focused when dealing with something, or swap interests at a drop of a hat as well. Rather it's due to her past of being an introvert, to learn and try something new, or a feeling of obligation, can vary at times. This has shown with her expertise in tracking dwarves especially, as her history of intense interest in Dwarven culture and people has led to her being seen as an uncanny fascination. Despite this, she also has a tendency to freeze up and get confused when something does not go according to plan, making her seem panicked or unsure how to handle situations. Her dedication to a goal can sometimes border on tunnel vision and rather its a sense of pride or embarrassment, often tries to accomplish things by herself first. After Aileen’s words to ask for help, she has tried to work on asking for help first, but often wishes to be able to prove her worth first through experimenting, tinkering, and research.
In the past, Clymene has also shown a great interest in women, mostly preferring physically powerful and dominant types and gained crushes on the likes of Hildr and Raiah as a result to the point of trying to show off and impress. Ironically, her flirtatious nature not only backfires, but gave her the reputation of a desperate casanova wannabe. She has worked to rid herself of this reputation. She's also typically unaware of advances made her way, usually since she never had a person try to flirt with her beforehand (or so she believes). As such, she has been noticeably slow on the uptake and unsure of how to respond.
When it comes to combat, Clymene prefers sticking to the rear, trying to strategize or keep hidden while assisting her team. She views herself as the weakest of the group due to her low combat expertise as well as being only good in archery and no talent in swordsmanship or hand to hand combat. Despite trying to use her mind, rage can cloud Clymene's judgment, making her rash and impatient in an effort to end any fight as quickly as possible, which has caused friendly fire before. In the past, Clymene's lack of skill has made her consider a survival by any means approach, which resulted in her contemplating fleeing when all hope seemed lost, even at the cost of her team. While this has become less and less common, she aims to try and maintain her survival instincts and follows a rule of sense, knowing when it's impossible to win and desire to simply live. In recent missions, this slowly warped to a sense of trying to keep morale high for her team.
 
After exile, Clymene has begun to search for her own purpose in life. She has no clue what to do with no home to go back to, or if she’d want to return, but is willing to try and figure out what she wants for herself rather than to serve only others.


In the past, Clymene has also shown a great interest in women, mostly preferring physically powerful and dominant types and gained crushes on the likes of Hildr and Raiah as a result to the point of trying to show off and impress. Ironically, her flirtatious nature not only backfires, but gave her the reputation of a horndog and desperate cassanova wannabe. She's also typically unaware of advances made her way, usually since she never had a person try to flirt with her beforehand.
==Backstory (Spoilers and Major WIP)==
Born in Yulyu as daughter to Atalanta and Chiron, Clymene was said to be very unordinary. She lacked major marks that'd show hints of greatness, and even her aunt said she'd likely be a hinderence rather than a legend, but with her heart in the right place. Growing up, Clymene would show a love for cooking, novels, and the arts, writing and singing mostly despite having no talent for either. Even in school plays, she was rather average with a lot of heart, but carried by her friends. (SPOILER INFO)


When it comes to combat, Clymene prefers sticking to the rear, trying to strategize or keep hidden while assisting her team. She views herself as the weakest of the group due to her low combat expertise as well as being only good in archery and no talent in swordsmanship or hand to hand combat. Despite trying to use her mind, rage can cloud Clymene's judgement, making her rash and impatient in an effort to end any fight as quick as possible, which has caused friendly fire before. In the past, Clymene's lack of skill has made her consider a survival by any means approach, which resulted in her contemplate fleeing when all hope seemed lost, even at the cost of her team.
When she became 113, Clymene would come out of the closet to Atalanta and Chiron, while her father approved and supported her wholeheartedly, Atalanta became distraught and revered to her as a disappointment, even punishing her by having her sister turn Clymene into a newt. Upon realizing why, her sister returned Clymene to normal and the two had a serious argument. Scared that she's done nothing but cause stress, Clymene would begin to cause self harm and hide the results with her gloves, only more surprised to hear her mother apologize for the overreaction with bloodshot eyes. Forgiving her mother, Clymene would suffer the marks of guilt, becoming more determined to show shes useful and not at all a failure. With a decent circle of friends, she would focus on speed and stamina, becoming proud of her superior agility and despite lacking the affinity for greater summoning or magic, was capable of using her tools and knowledge of nature and stealth to be capable of graduating. However, her speed, tools, and stealth were all she had - as in terms of hand to hand combat, archery, and even strategizing, she was terrible. Enough so that Atalanta didn't join in the betting pool to see if Clymene can make the top 20. Clymene passed at near the very bottom of her class, barely graduating and losing touch with her closest friends, 3 of whom would be the top 10 of her year.


After incidents in the Underdark, Clymene has obtained bouts of depression and suicidal intents, usually hiding them the best she can to avoid worrying the party. This alongside regret and PTSD of running from her team when she felt they ignored her warnings and were in over their heads against Aela and run-ins with Vecna and even dying has left Clymene with a sense of despair that she needed to proof herself. Hiding her depression has gave her an ever growing sensation that she needed to prove herself a loyal teammate and worth keeping around. This has gave her fear to see her team in danger to hestrics upon seeing the death of Laura and Incineryn - upon the death of Barbatos, a brother to her, Clymene's desire to protect her team has become her only reason for surviving.
At 121, shortly after her birthday, Clymene would find a letter from Craig Firebrand, one man hoping to hire people for adventures. With her love of adventuring books, a desire to see the world, prove the worth of the Wood Elves, as well as find the father of her best friend - a dwarf named Freya Brunhilde, Clymene set off, ready to see the world and improve herself!


Clymene also has a strong aversion for conflictation, usually allowing insults to fly as long as it can avoid trouble. This has left her looking as subserviant as a slave, and with low self-esteem, its her only normal way to let people speak, refusing to express her normal opinions as long as it can allow her to avoid a potential fight or conflict that she'd rather avoid.  
==Equipment==
Clymene carries three different bows: a shortbow, a longbow, and a special bow gifted to her from Elvira called The Long Night, which can envelop one in darkness, keep her stealthed, and fire psychic energy. Alongside these includes a mystic family dagger and a shortsword. She also carries 50 foot rope, menacles, a hammer, a tinderbox, torch, mess kit, waterskin, a bedroll, and a crowbar. Additionally, Clymene has a Jaeger Corp cloak, which assists her camouflage as well as invisibility. After Wintershield, Clymene would request Charles to touch up the manhole cover Aileen got her, turning it into a makeshift shield. The shield currently however, has been missing since the Fight for Mechanus. She also carries a Glutton's Fork, Hat of Vermin, and a Cap of Water Breathing.  


Clymene can still maintain forms of determination, aiming to restore her Wood Elf body rather than stay a Rock Gnome. As this, Clymene's depression and self-worth dipped.
As of the Witchlight Carnival, shes obtained a bow with the potential to charm others named after Hanali and a toy wand that shes dubbed 'Hecata's Warrior of the Forest Wand'. The wand can only use prestidigitation.
 
As a member of Yulyu, Clymene has showed pride in her people, often viewing the Wood Elves of her homevillage as hated for reasons she couldn't understand and desiring to show their worth. Rather it was her shelted upbringing and years of being called a disappointment, or sheer poor luck however, with news of a coupe, her love for them - on top of how disrespected her team in general was, as well as the self-serving and uncaring nature of those from the Conclave and even from people she tried to help and literally died for, has made her misantrophic and more spiteful, hiding all her beliefs under a guise of extrovertedness has made her seem more ope.
 
==Equipment==
Clymene carries three different bows: a shortbow, a longbow, and a special bow called the Bow of Elvan Precision. Alongside these includes a mystic dagger and a shortsword. She also carries 50 foot rope, menacles, a hammer, a tinderbox, torch, mess kit, waterskin, a bedroll, and a crowbar.  


==Powers and Abilities==
==Powers and Abilities==


*'''Archery''': Clymene's main expertise is in archery. Shes nimble and acrobatic, often able to land most shots even when in the heat of combat. She's also relatively clever and perceptive, and willing to plan ahead, but can be incapable of thinking on the fly depending on the situation. Despite being considered one of the worst archers of her class, her experince in various scenarios and battles has honed her skills, making her capable of going on even footing with Raiah.
*'''Archery''': Clymene's main expertise is in archery. Shes nimble and acrobatic, often able to land most shots even when in the heat of combat. She's also relatively clever and perceptive, and willing to plan ahead, but can be incapable of thinking on the fly depending on the situation. Despite being considered one of the worst archers of her class, her experience in various scenarios and battles has honed her skills, making her capable of going on even footing with Raiah.


*'''Chef''': Clymene is a capable cook, able to make several meals in a short time. These can range from very good to average, but her specialty is Yulyu Special: Meat and Potatoes, which is basically poutine.
*'''Chef''': Clymene is a capable cook, able to make several meals in a short time. These can range from very good to average, but her specialty is Yulyu Special: Meat and Potatoes, which is basically poutine.
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*'''Speed''': Her claim to fame is not only in her speed - being able to sprint further than some of her team.  
*'''Speed''': Her claim to fame is not only in her speed - being able to sprint further than some of her team.  


*'''Stealth''': One of Clymene's other claims to fames is to seemingly disappear in any situation. Her stealth sometimes even makes it seem as if she's hidden in plain sight, often due to her interest in whatever else catches her eye.
*'''Stamina''': Clymene's metabolism and stamina is often beyond ordinary, allowing her to eat large calories of food or drink more than twice her body weight in energy drinks yet withstand the effects while being able to go for days on a very limited diet of nibbling on rations. Even then, it usually takes being pushed to the brink of death for her to feel any kind of fatigue, where afterwards she'll fall asleep. She has since unlocked Tireless as a result
 
*'''Stealth''': One of Clymene's other claims to fame is to seemingly disappear in any situation. Her stealth sometimes even makes it seem as if she's hidden in plain sight, often due to her interest in whatever else catches her eye.


*'''Eyesight''': As a Wood Elf, Clymene's eyesight is superior to a human's, allowing her to see in the dark for up to 60 feet (18 meters).  
*'''Eyesight''': As a Wood Elf, Clymene's eyesight is superior to a human's, allowing her to see in the dark for up to 60 feet (18 meters).  


*'''Longivity''': She's also very long lived, as Wood Elves can live for over 700 years, she's only the age of a young adult to her people despite being 121.  
*'''Longevity''': She's also very long lived, as Wood Elves can live for over 700 years, she's only the age of a young adult to her people despite being 121.  


*'''Resistances''': Clymene also has resistance to charms and magic designed to render her unconsious or asleep. Plants capable of rendering movement is also less effective on her.  
*'''Resistances''': Clymene also has resistance to charms and magic designed to render her unconscious or asleep. Plants capable of rendering movement is also less effective on her.  


*'''Trance and dreaming''': Clymene also lacks the need for sleep, as a simple trance or meditation for up to four hours can replenish her as well as a full eight hours. Doing so can allow her to dream, but she prefers actual sleep as it allows her to dream easier and sometimes see the other world.
*'''Trance and dreaming''': Clymene also lacks the need for sleep, as a simple trance or meditation for up to four hours can replenish her as well as a full eight hours. Doing so can allow her to dream, but she prefers actual sleep as it allows her to dream easier and sometimes see the other world.


*'''Magical Apptitude''': Clymene is capable of allowing herself and those nearby to stand on any liquid surface, as well as set off a telepathic alarm. She can also negate poisons, create thorny terrian, conjure up a powerful wind, mute an entire area, or conjure feys to assist in combat.
*'''Telepathy''': With her Long Night, Clymene is capable of speaking telepathically to others within 30 feet.
 
*'''Magical Aptitude''': Clymene is capable of allowing herself and those nearby to stand on any liquid surface, as well as set off a telepathic alarm. She can also negate poisons, create thorny terrain, conjure up a powerful wind, mute an entire area, or conjure feys to assist in combat.


*'''Conjure Woodland Beings''': Clymene is capable of summoning various fey-like beings. Each in pairs. These include:
*'''Conjure Woodland Beings''': Clymene is capable of summoning various fey-like beings. Each in pairs. These include:
Sprites named Amy, Rouge, Aquamarine, Marie, Monica, Lin, Aya, and Phos
Sprites
Pixies
Blink Dogs
A Sea Hag
Naiad
Nereid
Dryads
Quicklings
Satyrs
Alseid
Reflector


Pixies named Rita, Sandra, Jessica, Asuka, Dina, Sona, Ram, Winter
As a Rock Gnome, Clymene lost her ability of trance and speed.
*'''Magical Resistance''': Clymene has a minor resistance to abilities designed to attack her wisdom or mind. However, her low stats to begin with has made this almost a non-factor.
*'''Tougher Skin''': To Clymene, her only advantage has been her slightly tougher skin in contrast to her armor being weaker


Blink Dogs named Iggy, Kiba, Reaper, Goddard, Snoop, Rad, Lapu, Momiji
==Relationships (Major WIP)==
*'''Aiden Thorin'''
--''"“We did it big guy, we fucking did it!! You got your gal waiting on ya! Ha! Damn, he looks a lot healthier too without the stress of Malar and the… uh… alpha pack? Heh heh. I just hope he gets that happy ending he deserves.”''


A Sea Hag named Ms. Yaga
*'''[http://breadsandwich.net/heroesforhirewiki/index.php?title=Aileen Aileen Locket]'''
--''"My greatest regret is losing her on my watch. I love her still and can never forgive myself... I just hope she's in a better place."''


Dryads named Rose and Ivy
*'''[http://breadsandwich.net/heroesforhirewiki/index.php?title=Andol_the_Magnificent Andol Thorin]'''
--''“I sometimes disagree with Andol's ideals and methods. But he sure knows how to get a job done. I should use the stone to chat with him when I get some time- if I can't… hm… he'd find me, that I know. But maybe I can try to learn dream spells now? I'm gonna’ miss his insane plans at least - and the scones…”
.”''


Quicklings named Sonic and Wally
*'''[http://breadsandwich.net/heroesforhirewiki/index.php?title=Atalanta Atalanta]'''
--''"I'm not surprised she as usual misunderstood my intentions. Maybe I needed to elaborate further? Yeah, I wanted to show her how far I came, but for fucks sake, it wasn't to prove her anything, I just wanted to show her how far I came and improved- you know what, fuck it… hope she has a good life."''


Satyrs named Danny, Phil, Vito, and Goa
*'''[http://breadsandwich.net/heroesforhirewiki/index.php?title=Barbatos Barbatos]'''
--''"I never got to say goodbye... if I could apologize to him forever, I would."''


==Relationships (Major WIP)==
*'''[http://breadsandwich.net/heroesforhirewiki/index.php?title=Bill_%26_Ted Bill and Ted]'''
*'''Aiden''' - While surprised to see a noble join the team, Clymene instantly had trust in him - especially when he offered to help pay off debts. While she hasn't spoke to him often, seeing him and Raiah in a relationship has gave her great joy, seeing Raiah have somebody to love, and to see Aiden have sommeone she considers not just attractive but immensly powerful. She does sometimes ship him with Andol however, and finds his werewolf side to be adorable.
--''"'Hello, hello!' Those words... I still hear them when I so much as look at a shop now... they need to go on a vacation."''
 
*'''Chiron'''
--''"Hes happier back home. I don't fit into Yulyu anymore- I just don't. And I want to be somewhere I feel I earned. It does bring me some peace of mind that hes happy. Good."''
 
*'''[http://breadsandwich.net/heroesforhirewiki/index.php?title=Craig_Firebrand Craig Firebrand]'''
--''"Boss is a loud guy. But he has a lot of heart to him. The fact that despite everything I did... getting him kidnapped, being the cause of two teammates dying, nearly losing Yulyu... he hasn't given up on me when logically, he should have kicked me to the curb. I can't comprehend it, but I got to show that his trust isn't invalidated. He gave me a way out of being a sheltered and going nowhere girl afterall. Thanks d- I mean, Boss..."''
 
*'''[http://breadsandwich.net/heroesforhirewiki/index.php?title=Elvira_Windhelm Elvira Windhelm]'''
--''"Elvira's a soldier type, not someone I can equal to. Doesn't matter to me, she has her folks and her own job, like how I have my folks to aid."''
 
*'''Freya Brunhilde'''
--''"Shes with Moradin and the Morndinsamman... I can't let myself remember that... just try my best to move on - still got to cremate the bodies..."''
 
*'''[http://breadsandwich.net/heroesforhirewiki/index.php?title=Friendly_Fire Friendly Fire]'''
--''"Their leader looks trustworthy. Same for the Warforged. Not sure about that mage they have. I don't want to let my guard down in case they're spies for the Forsaken."''
 
*'''[https://breadsandwich.net/heroesforhirewiki/index.php?title=Garrett_Havelock Garrett Havelock]'''
–''"I wonder if he and Victor are dating. Nah, they’re def BBFs. Sometimes I need to see him to remind myself that not everyone we fight needs to be executed the moment we fight. Then again, he never stooped the lengths the Forsaken had in their fuck-upness - theres a difference."''
 
*'''Gilroy Jenkins'''
--'"Hes older than boss, but has the mouth of Marilka and the bravery that most would wish they had. Hes definetly strong though, age didn't seem to slow him down at all though."''
 
*'''[http://breadsandwich.net/heroesforhirewiki/index.php?title=Gulak Gulak]'''
--''"He's an alright guy. Just... he's like a raven to anything that glitters like gold. Then again, ravens are highly intelligent creatures, so Gulak may know a thing or two that can be very handy. Just... don't have anything glittery."''
 
*'''[http://breadsandwich.net/heroesforhirewiki/index.php?title=Hildr_Firebrand Hildr Firebrand]'''
--''"Its a monkeys paw, but I get it. She just shouldn't go wanting to slaughter... I doubt she cares for me at all now. But for Marilka, I hope she retires before she does something reckless."''
 
*'''[http://breadsandwich.net/heroesforhirewiki/index.php?title=Incineryn_Blackpyre Incineryn Blackpyre]''
--''"Incineryn was always quick to the burn. I don't think I had many chances to speak to her because I probably felt intimidated or so... incapable of talking to anyone... but if she taught Maribelle everything she knows, then I'm pretty damn sure she was holding back the entire time."''
 
*'''Jason'''
--''"You used to be my best friend since we were kids. Then you do this. I won't say rot in Hades. But in the next life, be better. I'm just disappointed in all of you - I trusted you to do better for the village while I tried to find a purpose in my life. Find peace, Jason, my friend. And I'll keep the emerald as your birthday gift to me."''
 
*'''[http://breadsandwich.net/heroesforhirewiki/index.php?title=Jordun Jordun Brunhilde]'''
--''"I wanted to tell him that even if nobody cares, that I forgave him... that if hes ever feeling low, to know I'm thinking for him. Dammit. Well... its one less person to worry about I guess?"''
 
*'''K'jalias'''
--''"I want to believe he's still on our side. But if he's not... then there's no point. We'll have to kill him. But it'll hurt even more to do that..."''
 
*''[https://breadsandwich.net/heroesforhirewiki/index.php?title=Karima Karima]
--''“Karima’s our newest recruit? Neat! She seems like she can bring a lot of energy to the team thats needed! And I’m certain Maribelle would be happy to have someone to spar with!”''
 
*'''Laura'''
--''"I feel like... I couldn't get her to have fun more... and even when I saved her, she dies. I felt so useless on being unable to help her and to be unable to learn about her. But, she went out in a way I would never be able to do. Like a badass."''
 
*'''[http://breadsandwich.net/heroesforhirewiki/index.php?title=Logan_Karstark Logan Karstark]'''
--''"He's.... deceptively canny. And hes given me so much encouragment. I like the goofball so cut him so slack, huh guys?"''
 
*'''[http://breadsandwich.net/heroesforhirewiki/index.php?title=Lumira_Igne Lumira Igne]'''
--''"She has this sisterly-motherly aura to her. I trust her. She's probably gonna' regret joining Clack and Mag- I mean, Croak and Dagger, but they all do before they decide to stay~."''


*'''[http://breadsandwich.net/heroesforhirewiki/index.php?title=Aileen Aileen]''' - As a friend who lost Barbatos, Clymene became determined to assist Aileen, preferring to keep her alive as a way to make up to being the cause of Barbatos' death. During the events of Hell however, Clymene became more and more caring and worried for her mental being. As of the Halloween event, she looks at Aileen as a friend, willing to assist her and hopes to make the dwarf smile.
*'''[https://breadsandwich.net/heroesforhirewiki/index.php?title=Mathias Mathias]'''
--''"He proved to me that he left the Forsaken... doesn't mean I'm trusting him, keep a close eye on him."''


*'''[http://breadsandwich.net/heroesforhirewiki/index.php?title=Andol_the_Magnificent Andol the Magnificent]''' - Finding him odd yet interesting, Clymene began to see Andol as sort of a friend with a great deal of zeal and an aura of trust. Despite this, there are times where she has found herself falling for his charms, much to her own confusion.
*'''[http://breadsandwich.net/heroesforhirewiki/index.php?title=Marilka_Thyrnmur Marilka Thyrnmur]'''
--''"Marilka's changed- a bit. Shes still more vulgar than a child should be, but shes clearly a quick learner to flip a grown man and manage to shank him. I guess I was overreacting about my concerns on her wanting to be an Adventurer. Maribelle's a good influence- wait, Hildr's still her mom? I forgot honestly."''


*'''[http://breadsandwich.net/heroesforhirewiki/index.php?title=Atalanta Atalanta]''' - Despite being somewhat a disappointment most of her life, Clymene has a great deal of respect and love for her mother. The mutual feelings often becomes why Clymene has a feeling she has a home to come back to. As family is greatly important to Yulyu culture, Clymene is no different, often ready to prove herself and make her mother proud - but also to make her proud by accomplishing her own desires.
*'''[http://breadsandwich.net/heroesforhirewiki/index.php?title=Maribelle_Blackpyre Maribelle Blackpyre]'''
--''"what just.. happened?''"


*'''[http://breadsandwich.net/heroesforhirewiki/index.php?title=Barbatos Barbatos]''' - Originally, Clymene was intimidated by Barbatos, not being familiar with half-orc outside of rumors. Being near him in early adventures quickly warmed her to him enough she viewed him as a friend and eventually, thought of him as a brother. As such, she would be more crass and taunting towards him, even trying to hook him up or joke on eating his summon. Their bond grew overtime enough that upon Barbatos' death, it became a major blow that even Incinaryn and Laura's couldn't match. The fact he died protecting her was the biggest blow to her, making Clymene despise herself more than ever, and making her desire to protect the only friends she have left the only priority. But most of all, to protect his best friend: Aileen. This made Aileen a momento to her, to try and protect the last reminder she has of the half-orc she felt deserved better.
*'''[http://breadsandwich.net/heroesforhirewiki/index.php?title=Odessa_Kyrzack Odessa Kyrzack] and Phaedara'''
--''"They deserve better than me. I... fear I'm not ready for a relationship. Only took me 100 years... ugh-. I. I think they can do better- or I need to mature more myself.'''


*'''[http://breadsandwich.net/heroesforhirewiki/index.php?title=Bill_%26_Ted Bill and Ted]''' - A semi-regular costumer, Clymene met them when trying to rent a dress for the casino. After failing to meet payment due to being dragged on another adventure, but saved by Andol to keep her knees, Clymene views the goblins as overworked for their multiple jobs, but also a migraine to deal with. This doesn't mean she won't have a conversation with them and admires their hard work - even if their methods are bizarre.
*'''[https://breadsandwich.net/heroesforhirewiki/index.php?title=Oleza Oleza]'''
–''"Fresh meat is pretty quick to try and help, but also very much the kind of nerd my friends and I were. I do think she can work on her speedy nature to try and help the instant things go topside, but it comes from a good place and I was the same way when I started. I just don’t want her to die as fast as she tried to join - or rather, I’d rather she leaves before things get too far. Plus, I never met a yuan-ti before so I have a lot of things I want to ask her when we get downtime."''


*'''[http://breadsandwich.net/heroesforhirewiki/index.php?title=Hildr_Firebrand Hildr Firebrand]''' - On first sight, Clymene grew a crush on the Aasimar, fawning and stuttering at the sight of her muscular physique and rough exterior. This leg to her trying to flirt or show off - to no avil. After Hildr revealed to be an agent for Caelrong, and attempted to kill her mother - Clymene cut all ties, planning to get revenge and kill her, even ready to ram an arrow in her throat when she captured her father. After Laura convinced Hildr to stand down, Clymene decided not to, but ever since, distrusts the Aasimar. Shes willing to admit Hildr's amazonian features are beautiful, but she has no interest in being with her for anything but an ally.
*'''[http://breadsandwich.net/heroesforhirewiki/index.php?title=Omer%C3%B3k Omerok]'''
--''"I'm going to miss him. Omerók Vúshvel-Åm Enôrul Emendurad Kor is an uncle figure to everyone, loved unconditionally too. It feels… I feel he should've been the last of the original instead of me. But I made him proud. I hope he understood that his legacy isn't as a builder, but that of an all-loving hero. Heh. I think he knows the more I think about it."''


*'''[http://breadsandwich.net/heroesforhirewiki/index.php?title=Incineryn_Blackpyre Incineryn Blackpyre]'''-
*'''[http://breadsandwich.net/heroesforhirewiki/index.php?title=Raiah_Theron Raiah Theron]'''
--''"I did want to date her. But I can't compare at ALL to Aiden so it works out. They make such a cute couple! Just uh, don't tell Aiden I wanted to date her. I'd rather keep my throat."''


*'''K'jalias''' - While at first she found him odd, Clymene and the drowl were often on friendly terms, with Clymene sometimes finding even his worst jokes to be chuckle worthy. When he left, she attempted to keep his humor around - and mostly wishes to see him again and apologize for everything she done.
*'''[[https://breadsandwich.net/heroesforhirewiki/index.php?title=Riley_Scarlet Riley Scarlet]'''
--''"I feel like I got a rival! Ha! I haven't had that since my 20s! Come on, humie, lets see who can eat more again!"''


*'''Laura''' - While she didn't get to impress, Clymene found Laura to be in a major need for joy and less stress, and often tried to make her have fun and release stress without relying purely on her Lawful Good nature. Despite these failures, she viewed Laura as one of the most trustworthy people she's ever met, and cried in despair at realizing that despite helping her, she couldn't protect her.
*'''[http://breadsandwich.net/heroesforhirewiki/index.php?title=Sayrax Sayrax]'''
--''"I feel bad. I just saw her as adorable that hearing her existential issues just caught me unaware. I don't know how I can help her with that- I want to but- fuck. I'd just feel worse if I said I don't know how or a defeatist."''


*'''[http://breadsandwich.net/heroesforhirewiki/index.php?title=Omer%C3%B3k Omerok]''' - While she wasn't sure what to make of Omerok at first, Clymene quickly gained a great deal of respect for the duergar, often seeing him as sort of a cool uncle.
*'''[http://breadsandwich.net/heroesforhirewiki/index.php?title=Skulk_Greymind Skulk Greymind]'''
--''“Skulks a survivor, not just a superstar. He has people waiting for him once the team bring down the Forsaken. Its beautiful seeing him get to relax for a change… he deserves it.”''


*'''[http://breadsandwich.net/heroesforhirewiki/index.php?title=Maribelle_Blackpyre Maribelle Blackpyre]''' - While not knowing Maribelle as long, Clymene has viewed her somewhat as a younger sister - a more self destructive and powerful sister. She harbors envy in the elf's vastly superior speed as well, despite this - Clymene trusts and respects Maribelle, especially in recent events after managing to quail her anger and use of loopholes to avoid remaining cursed by the cup.
*'''[https://breadsandwich.net/heroesforhirewiki/index.php?title=Tuunbaaq_Miastroth Tuunbaaq Misatroth]'''
--''"What? You thought I was going to shittalk her? No point. I dislike how she did things. But I'm not a member of Yulyu anymore, so if she can handle it, then good luck. I can't make up for my mistakes, but since I was technically a part of my mother's plan, I'm an accompliace - I don't deserve to return to the village or see its changes for better or wose. So if she can run it and somehow make improvements that I was foolish enough to trust my own friends and family to make - then good."''


*'''[http://breadsandwich.net/heroesforhirewiki/index.php?title=Raiah_Theron Raiah Theron]''' - At first, Clymene had incredibly negative views on Raiah, mostly stemming from her and Elvira looking down on Atalanta. With a growing desire to crush Raiah and show Elvira that Wood Elves are not to be looked down upon. During the competition between her, the High Elf, and a human named Kikyo, Clymene barely managed to show she was as good as them, eventually becoming a friend to Raiah after the tournament. Like most Amazonians, and with the surge of rivalry quickly fading, Clymene thought the woman to be very attractive and had contemplated asking her on a date. Seeing her and Aiden as a couple has not only made Clymene happy, but congradulating them both and showing outward joy that they can have their trick and treat in privacy.


*'''[http://breadsandwich.net/heroesforhirewiki/index.php?title=Sayrax Sayrax]''' - Like most, Clymene finds Sayrax to be an absoulte charm, not finding attraction, but viewing herself as a sister to the innocent Warforged.
*'''on herself'''
--''"I… think the voices are calming. I don't have to think they'd rather have Tuunbaaq instead or for me to act more like Hildr. I still hate myself yeah, and gnomes have good life spans so I have years to hate myself and wonder if I deserve a- what, third or fourth chance at life? But I can confidently say I am me. The 88th Clymene. Daughter of Atalanta and Chiron. I am an exile and a hero to some. I'd rather not be remembered but if I am… I hope it's for something positive"''


*'''[http://breadsandwich.net/heroesforhirewiki/index.php?title=Skulk_Greymind Skulk Greymind]''' -
*'''on herself (post epilogue)'''


==Plot (Major WIP)==


==== [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DyXF8dfl0Ao&ab_channel=RichaadEB-Topic Session 0 - Apple Picking] ====
==Tavern Room (Hero's Rest)==
The first ever meeting for the newly freed Wood Elf, Clymene would travel to Meadowcraft from her home via foot traffic, sprinting and tree hopping to the city and heading to the place where her pamplhet instructed to meet... and wound up meeting the fellow companions: a drowl named K'jalias, a dwarf named Omerok, a half-orc named Barbatos, and a man named Robyyn. The last to introduce herself, timidness making her speak out loud about her own features in a boastful matter, Clymene would go from happy to emberassed as the group mentioned she spoke as if they were reading a biography.
Ever since she joined, Clymene preferred her tavern room over any other part of the building, leaving it locked unless she’s expecting company. Like her old room, it would have become messy and lived in, with papers and clothing (mostly socks, shorts, and tunics) scattered about. She would keep her bows and quivers under her bed while leaving her dagger under her pillow in case of emergencies. On her door would be pictures of her friends from Croak and Dagger and Yulyu, drawn to the best of her memory and added on whenever someone officially joins. Her cloaks and ponchos would dangle off the doorknob, the bookshelf, and chair near the desk. In the far side, a large mirror would sit, with a brush and comb that she seldom uses except for dances she’s been invited to or if she ever had a date.  


With Craig giving them their first real mission, Croak and Dagger would adventure and be intercepted by bandits, and defeating them with minimum difficulty. Heading to the forest where the apples needed for a great deal of cider were to be found - the team was attacked by Scarecrows, with Clymene being incapcitated thanks to a knife in her neck. Saved by K'jalias, Clymene would prove her worth by being able to read the instructions quickly and even assist in battling their third encounter: a horde of trees.
The desk she keeps her mirror on has multiple papers and tools in each segment, from pencils to her flute. Humorously, it's the tidiest part of her entire room, with papers stacked neatly to the top left, her camouflage style eye shadow and make up kit to the bottom left, a pencil in the center, her graduation book to the bottom right, and photos of her family and friends from Yulyu to the top right. Her flute would be in front of the mirror next to her brush. The hand held mirror from Sayrax would also be in the center, kept in a case to ensure it remains fresh.


With the cider in tow, Croak and Dagger was offically formed!
In the corner would be her bookshelf, filled with books ranging from stories to cookbooks to survival guides that were a gift from Chiron. Her short swords would rest next to the drawer, out of sight from the door. As Clymene would choose the room without a window, there would be no real source of light, being an elf, she would have her dark vision to compensate, but as a gnome, she would go by memory of where everything was if she couldn’t see in the late evening. Her closet would contain mostly her dresses, but a few changes of clothes just in case.


==== [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dRnRUtMHGow&ab_channel=SnapB4cK Tortle Power] ====
The restroom would be kept tidy at all times, but contains up to 16 cups around the sink, this is for her pixies and sprites if they wish to relax in the mortal realms. A bottle of bleach would be next to the bathtub for cleaning as well.
One of her earlier comedic missions, Croak and Dagger would be requested aid from a man named Saki, a pizza store owner and leader of a chain called Dohr Dash. This endeavor would take the team to a sewer where four Tortle brothers were taking pizzas without paying, and captured a dwarf who they dubbed April. While Croak and Dagger dealt with three of the four, Clymene went to aid the dwarf in the cage, freeing her binds but battling the fourth brother. Despite his superior endurance vs Clymene's speed, the Wood Elf managed to free the dwarf from her bounds, and the favor was returned with a point blank disintergrate that reduced the Tortle to ash.  


With the startling sight, the Tortles backed off, allowing Croak and Dagger to leave and paying for the missing pizzas. The dwarf would reveal herself to be Lydia Redfort, a reoccuring ally.
After being attacked by the Forsaken, the bookshelf would be knocked over, several deep cuts next to her bed from nightmares, and drawings of the attackers to the best of her memory hammered above the bookshelf to ensure she memorizes them. On her desk would be a series of papers for what she hopes would be her records to ensure Croak and Dagger are properly remembered.  


==== [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mp5s4YJK-gE&ab_channel=RagD%C3%B6llzOffi Underdark Arc] ====
After returning from the 88th Tragedy, Clymene would keep her room cleaner, leaving only the drawings of her attackers and stacked her books in the eastern corner of the room.
During an adventure for a caravan, a fissure opened up - dragging Croak and Dagger deep into the Underdark. Having only heard rumors and tales, Clymene was offguard entirely, out of her element. With dangerous creatures at every turn, she and the team were cornered a few times, gotten lost as well before stumbling upon a society of gem-like people called Shardminds and Drow.


==== [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rhUndx7yjfA&ab_channel=dersupermeganega Hildr Arc] ====
(Halfyia Pass)
A Work-in-progress, the room being under the main floor serves as a womancave, she plans to bring some of the wine caskets in and serve as her private party room.


====Battle 1====
Battling the invading army of Black Sun Cultists, Clymene would feel a sensation of trouble for her mother. With Barbatos in tow, she came face to face with Hildr Firebrand battling Atalanta. Betrayed and enraged, Clymene and Barbatos would join the frey, only for Atalanta's spine to be shattered and Barbatos' arm severed. Clymene tried to keep up, only to hear Vecna order a deal:


"Let your mother die."
==Trivia==
*Clymene's primary theme songs are [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bPfEntyxJTg ''Wing-Stock'' by Ashley MacIsaac], [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o7N-0I8Y1rk ''A Better Son/Daughter'' by Rilo Kiley], [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qGozE8MzgQA ''Hallelujah-No-Okami'' by Brandon Yates], [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_i38oom8ARE ''Faceless'' by Red], [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dE-qDuDr6ag ''SLUMP (Eng. version)'' by Stray Kids], [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aHUVqV5CO6w ''Children of the City'' by Mili], [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VsN7E35LpJE&ab_channel=LindseyStirling ''Artemis'' by Lindsey Stirling], and [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=69VV0pH57XE&ab_channel=CloudDrop ''The Town Inside Me'' by AISHA]
*Clymene's name is of Greek origin and a good deal of her was made with Greek mythology in mind as inspiration.
*Clymene's favorite food Poutine. Her favorite drink is a tie between Pepsi and Coca-Cola thanks to her time in the 1970s
*As a Wood Elf, Clymene had a scent akin to pinecones
*When imagining a voice for voicing Clymene, the closest imagined voices were either Bleach's Rukia Kuchiki or Ushiwakamaru from Fate/Grand Order Absolute Demonic Front: Babylonia
*Despite her age, Clymene would be no older than a person in their early 20s in human years
*Clymene is partially inspired by High Elf Archer from Goblin Slayer, Archer from Fate Stay/Night, and Roland from Library of Ruina. Her rock gnome design is inspired by Tristana from League of Legends.
*By technicality, this is a third variation of Clymene, and different from original conceptual ideas from the player - originally, Clymene was the protagonist of a planned short series, reworked for D&D - and massively different in terms of backstory and personality by a wide margin
*Out of all of Croak and Dagger, Clymene is the only one to have never referred to Caelrogh as Carlos. She has also referred to Zirildeler Keshang-Illir Lorzuden Kor by his full title as well anytime she says his name.
*Befitting to her race, Clymene typically labels things differently, saying 'Elfinoid' in place of 'Humanoid' and yelling 'oh my Gods' instead of 'oh my God'.
*Originally, Clymene never had a stutter outside of situations where she's flustered (usually when complimented or overjoyed), any stuttering being the result of her player having this problem. This however, has seem to stuck
*At 3 party members, 1 boss, and ~20 goblins, Clymene has the highest kill count in one turn among the party. She also has the highest team injury rate.
*As suggested by her rank as '88', Clymene is the 88th named Clymene in Yulyu's history
*Clymene's Horizon uniform and occupation of choice was picked from a mix of Outis' alternate skin in ''Limbus Company'' and Danica James from the ''The Rift Chronicles'' trilogy
*Originally, Clymene was intended to be a V-Tuber if the Horizon Arc took place more in the modern days or an accountant before it settled on police officer


Clymene's only response was to tell him to fuck off and try to snipe the Aasamair - only to be reduced to dust by the evil deity. While her story was set to end here, Omerok's quick thinking saved the wood elf and resurrected her. With renewed resolve, Clymene only wanted Hildr dead, and studied up to improve her skill (eventually unlocking Wind Wall) and to see if a race she's never encountered before would have any weaknesses she never saw before.
==Playlists==
[https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsCAtzS8Y5CbnR5Xt39utnAITEWO08fqX ''The Not-Quite-A-Hero's Journey Youtube link'']


[https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6u30B9Iik4U5ez60JA4zGn?si=e_SO3qaHQeWtSE_rnsBCpg&utm_source=copy-link ''The Not-Quite-A-Hero's Journey Spotify link'']


====Second Battle====
==Song Meanings (WIP)==
With information on where the Black Sun Cult was hiding, Croak and Dagger went to investigate and stop the promised day, witnessing many civilians being executed by cultists. Viewing them as annoyances and time wasters, the Wood Elf simply wished to bypass them to stop Hildr, but alongside her team, put down the cultists, but not without her rage getting the better of her and causing harm to Barbatos by mistake. With only the Aasamar left, Croak and Dagger cornered her and her dire wolf, and managed to bring her down - making Hildr use up her anger and drive, enraging and confusing her as to why they wouldn't just quit and die.
'''Wing-Stock by Ashley McIsaac''' - Ever since Clymene’s original inception, this song was pretty much the de facto theme for her.  


With Hildr defeated, Clymene originally planned to ram an arrow in her throat to fulfil her revenge and gain some sort of honor. However, due to Laura's protests to Hildr during the battle, one showing they were friends, Clymene held back, despising it, but wanting to honor an ally - as well as not deal with possibly being killed or chewed out by her team in the crossfire. With her father Chiron rescued, and the cult defeated (for now), she viewed it as a victory.
'''A Better Son/Daughter by Rilo Kiley''' - A song best reflecting on Clymene trying to grow up to be a better daughter. Despite the song being more of a depression to upbeat style, it ironically reverses on Clymene.  


==== [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xj3N7o7ELbM Casino Royale Arc] ====
'''SLUMP (Eng. Ver) by Stray Kids''' - One of the more primary themes, it fits for Clymene’s worries that she can’t catch up with her team and how she felt more useful in the past. This was her primary theme early on in the run.
When offered a vacation by Quoruk to Val Adin's well known casino, Clymene would take this chance to dress to impress Raiah and Elvira, renting a tuxedo from the goblin brothers Bill and Ted. While she knew she wouldn't have enough to pay it back, her plan was a simple case of getting enough money - as she was confident in her skills. Of course, it was impossible for things to go as smoothly. Losing to Barbatos in cards was simple, as she imagined he'd help. But when confronted by the corrupted owners, trouble followed.  


A battle would soon ensure, with Raiah joining in to bring down a giant threat. During the entire battle, with an all about raid going on, Clymene would focus primarly on trying to find any money laying around and keeping her tuxedo from getting ripped. Afterwards, she and Croak and Dagger ended up following Logan into what would be one of the more trumatizing missions of her carrier - debt. - And Verytus. But mostly debt.
'''Hallelujah-no-Okami (Vocal Version) by Brandon Yates''' - A song I didn’t expect to fit Clymene given its origins as a what-if soundtrack for a battle. The lyrics feel like a reflection into Clymene’s thoughts between the 88th Tragedy and her general desire to be understood by someone.


==== [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ytWz0qVvBZ0&ab_channel=YOGSCASTLewis%26Simon Bhurnram] =====
'''Faceless by Red''' - More to reflect on Clymene’s feelings towards Croak & Dagger to the possible point of co-dependence, how they helped her shape a form of an identity she felt she never had compared to her past - as well as how she wishes to not lose any of them, in fear of losing a part of her
With Logan in tow, and Goliaths giving chase on a ship he stole, Clymene agreed with the team to let him be given away in exchange for not being sunk. Knowing that even her water walk ability would only protect her so long from a sinking ship, she and her team would arrive at the Dwarven village of Bhurnram. Here, they would meet the Warforged [http://breadsandwich.net/heroesforhirewiki/index.php?title=Sayrax '''Sayrax'''], a soon-to-be ally. On their way to find blueprints of a super weapon, the workshop it was being constructed: Hammerheart Technics; under police presence, Clymene's plan was to sneak past while Barbatos and Andol distracted the guards. This however, was halted when Incinaryn accidentally caused a fire to a small home, trapping the people inside.


Alongside Laura, Clymene tried to break in to rescue anyone inside - this ended up changing when Laura was incapcitated. In despieration at realizing shes not coming out, Clymene had Barbatos throw her inside, where she rescued the downed warrior and tried to find the captured civilians - gaining her first bout of hysteric strength. Even with this boost of adrenaline and determination, the Wood Elf found herself blinded and fell from a second story drop - only to be rescued by a Warforged. Despite her requests to go back in, the house was lost, and to her despair, the family inside likely deceased minus a single boy. Even when trying to comfort him, the boy cursed Croak and Dagger, earning a spot of hate from Clymene as the group went to try and find the blueprints. While inside, the team was attacked by the Reavers, and pushed to a corner thanks to spellcasters negating spells and Clymene herself unable to get distance or provide cover. The tables were turned with the sudden assistance of a red-clad Warforged, and the group found the blueprints - which was taken by Sayrax as she aimed to head to the Conclave.
'''Children of the City by Mili''' - Possibly tied with SLUMP as the primary theme for Clymene. Whereas SLUMP is Clymene’s clinical depression on full, Children of the City is more on how she tries to fit in with others and realizing her mistakes are all she’ll be known for while the earlier portions of the song reflect on how she feels her life is a railroad where she has never had a choice until she left, and since regret it.  


==== [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t3yxnD9Lflw&ab_channel=ChanceAdams Zepplins] =====
'''I Won’t Say I’m in Love from Hercules (Greek ver)''' - The Greek version of the song feels more fitting as Clymene slowly realizes her feelings for Aileen was akin to love at first sight. She slowly accepts that she has, but didn’t wish to say it.
After a short chase, the team managed to meet the sudden new presence inside of the innocent Warforged named Visera. Convincing her to return the blueprints inside Winora's journal, Croak and Dagger were suddenly attacked on the Zepplin by a mad fury of suicide bombers known as the Iron Bastion. A series of short skirmishes led to the sacrifice of a new ally, but the group had successfully rescued as many people as they could.


Strandand at sea, all but Laura agreed to head directly back to Bhurnram, and managed to convince her to return. Upon doing so, the team hid the journal, showing concern for Sayrax being arrested, and ready to return. All that was left was the page and it's blueprint. Clymene wished to bring it to Yulyu, viewing the blueprints as safe in her village as not only did she believe they could use it for protection from outside forces, but also as their history of neutrality would make it safer there than in the Conclave or the Alliance, as they can likely hide it. Before she could explain herself, Omerok destroyed the page involving the superweapon, settling the matters there.
'''Jenny by Studio Killers''' - Following up from the previous song, while Clymene was always awkward, her inability to do more than stay friends, wishing she can be more until it bordered obsession.


==== [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i4vYucplJp0&ab_channel=FalKKonE Poison Blood Arc] ====
'''Stay With Me by Miki Matsubara''' and '''Stolen by Dashboard Confessional''' - The last song related to Aileen, its simply the closest she will ever get to saying shes fallen in love. A bittersweet ending to a chapter of someone’s life shes ruined, and would be haunted until the end of her journey.
With a new teammate in tow: [http://breadsandwich.net/heroesforhirewiki/index.php?title=Andol_the_Magnificent '''Andol the Magnificent'''], Croak and Dagger would find themselves in Verytus, Clymene would be unaware of the events set to take place, and lose track of time - with her mind focused primarly on money to pay off her tux. Here, she would become entranced in a chaotic apocalypse. With racial tensions from followers of Peylor attacking drowl, the infamous Red Plague began to spread, infecting Barbatos and Laura, yet not her or Andol in the slightest. With the assistence of a plague doctor, Croak and Dagger would adventure to meet another of the Forsaken: [http://breadsandwich.net/heroesforhirewiki/index.php?title=Gwynevere_Aural '''Gwynevere.''']


==== [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N3472Q6kvg0&ab_channel=Crimson Gwynevere Aural Battle]====
'''War by Jeff Williams ft. Casey Lee Williams''' - Listened to during the battle against Jason, as fitting, the song's more tone set as Clymene viewing Jason as a former friend that she had to fight (even though she didn't really manage to do much).
The ensuring battle pushed Croak and Dagger against a dangerous foe, a Tiefling whose necromantic powers proved difficult. With aid from Sayrax and Hildr - and the sudden sacrifical attacks from Incinaryn Blackpyre and Laura, Gwynevere was soundly defeated. However, the distraught and sudden deaths of her friends - especially after trying to save Laura earlier, pushed Clymene into a state of panic and denial to try and find them, praying and hoping to find them. Forced to accept reality, Clymene stopped speaking for awhile, truamatized that she couldn't save them.


==== [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=paPFl5WMZqs&ab_channel=kljmaq The 1970s] =====
'''Nobody Knows Him / The Hero by James Harris''' - While EMIYA in general is a fitting theme, this remix’s more chipper tune was originally set as Clymene’s showdown with Atalanta and her accepting the idea if she wins or dies, remembered or forgotten, that she wishes she can accomplish something by herself.
During a visit to Charles, Croak and Dagger would find themselves warped by a young boy and mercenaries, one whose desire for revenge trapped them in an unknown land called 'Los Angeles'. A hot land with moving steel carriages and more assholes and obese men than ever seen in the realms. As usual, when in a brand new and unexplored world, Clymene's desires for adventure took over, making her wish to see the world. Despite the utter confusion of the locals, assuming every member was in costume, it took Garry Gygax pulling on her ear to realize - these were real races from mythology.  


The new world would bring Croak and Dagger to find Clymene's new love: a carbonated beverage called 'soda pop'. Two of them being 'Pepsi' and 'Coca Cola'. The two ingredents were written down with hopes to pass onto Charles. While exploring, the team would find themselves in Hollywood, during the production of a movie called 'Game of Death', led by a man named Bruce Lee. While filming, Clymene and Barbatos would be stunt doubles, and pulled their roles off superbly. During this, the mercenaries would attack - aiming to get the price on the team. However, and with the assistance of Bruce Lee, Croak and Dagger easily defeated the mercenaries, and Clymene got her quiver signed by the man himself.  
'''Thanks for Nothing by Dope''' - More an attributed song to how Clymene views Atalanta, her pedestal broken and how she despises herself for trusting her own mother. While she shouts at Atalanta, shes also cursing herself for being an idiot like her.


Clymene's hopes to remain and explore were outvoted as the group agreed to find the child who trapped them. The search led to a small communte of hippies in a trailer park. After a short search (and Clymene accepting weed), the group found the child, who refused to return to the realms and still spouted revenge. Annoyed, Clymene did everything in her power to let the child know that she did everything she could to rescue the boy's family. And that her team tried as well. Sadly, this didn't get through thanks to her altered mindset from the drug, but she thought it did and felt proud. The team would eventually meet 'J', a member of an organization called Men In Black. Aware of their situation, J attempted to aid in opening a portal, but disaster would strike as a group of martians and a dinosaur would breach through, attacking indiscriminately.
'''Warbringers: Sylvanas by Neal Acree''' - Originally birthed as a joke when talking on how similar Clymene felt to Sylvanas Windrunner by accident. With multiple deaths, learning of and dealing with evil deities, and being master archers with a history of recklessness or extreme judgement calls, it felt fitting for Clymene.


Taking out the martians, Croak and Dagger would chase the dinosaur across the nearby land, with the Ranger working on firing artiellry handed to her. After barely evading a firey death with wind wall, Croak and Dagger defeated the dinosaur, and returned home with the aid of the MIB.
'''RISE by MADKID''' - With leans of never surrendering, while Clymene herself doesn't feel she can measure to her friends, she feels they rub off on her at times with their desire to help others. It also reflects on her rising from her constant failures to keep trying and look beyond them.
==== [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-qe54-ZOkC4&ab_channel=ProjectMoonOfficial Cataclysm] ====
With hopes of rest, Clymene and the team got to rest at the Citadel. While the Wood Elf wanted more to return home and cook, she noticed Hildr struggling. Worried, she followed Hildr - only for the two to find themselves paralyzed upon finding Black Sun Cultists summoning Caelrogh. Clymene herself was forced to stand with her bow drawn and mid-shout for backup, hearing the Dragon Rider say that Vecna has not only abandoned her, but viewed her usefulness as over. The resulting eruption left Croak and Dagger critically wounded, and Clymene, barely able to move - surrounded by a Black Dragon. Before she could be killed, Barbatos ran in, sacrificing himself to protect the Wood Elf and leaving her truamatized, realizing she was the cause of despair and the death of another important person.


After being evacuated, Clymene and the team assisted in a short hold the line at Halfaya Pass. The battle started simple, with the Wood Elf serving as covering fire with the archers. This was until backup refused to arrive after signaling a retreat. Confusion and slaughter rang as the group retreated, with Omerok saving Edgar and Clymene believing the last member of the original team other than her were gone.  
'''One-X by Three Days Grace''' - Set more as Clymene's views on Croak and Dagger and their heroism, her love for them and how they will rise to the occasion even if shes too terrified.


==== [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JRjnVzNtyaM&list=PL2B7F9EC39E2BDBA1&index=9&ab_channel=ScoreForge Diplomacy] ====
'''Artemis by Lindsey Stirling''' - A sort of book closure, a violin song to end off a violin-based opening. While Wing-Stock becomes more energetic, Artemis becomes slower near the end. With Clymene’s Greek mythology influence in tow.


==== [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8vjd0yzJscc&t=1s&ab_channel=SheldonCrawford  Hell Arc] =====
'''The Town Inside Me by AISHA''' - Set for the end of the campaign, a possible closure to one of Clymene's issues on self-acceptice. She blamed herself for everything, is an exile who left home for her own purpose, and has several identity issues ranging from rather she wants to be remembered to if she can be herself without changing herself to be more like another person. In the end, she accepts herself for who she is as a Ranger- and no longer changes for anyone but herself. She can feel free and make her own choice, comfortable at last with her decisions.


==== [https://youtube.com/watch?v=T7BWwMfR3rA Halloween Special] ====


==== [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KSkR2RfRo30&ab_channel=MarcAndPieter Caelrogh - End of Cataclysm] ====
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==Trivia==
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*Clymene's primary theme song is Wing-Stock by Ashley MacIsaac as well as the Greek dub of I Won't Say I'm in Love from Hercules
*Much like most of Yulyu, Clymene's name is of Greek origin. Many Clymenes populate Greek mythology however, making her fit the mold of a commonly named hero.
*Clymene's favorite food is Yulyu Special - also known as Poutine in the human tongue. Its also her go-to meal to make for others
*Each fey Clymene summons has their own name and personality.
*Clymene has a scent akin to pinecones, this can only be smelled by those she trusts the most (C&D, Atalanta, Chiron, Raiah, Elvira, and Edgar)
*Despite her age, Clymene would be no older than a person in their early 20s in human years
*Clymene is based off of High Elf Archer from Goblin Slayer as well as Rukia Kuchiki from Bleach
*By technicality, this is a third variation of Clymene, and different from original conceptual ideas from the player.
*Clymene's offical alignment is Lawful Neutral, despite this, she has bounced between Chaotic Good, Chaotic Neutral, and Neutral Good. This was aimed for by keeping her subserviant and quiet, unwilling to speak her mind to prevent conflict, but also aiming to try and do the right thing when she can. After Caelrogh however, and with her village's coupe, this alignment has been put into question

Latest revision as of 10:32, 5 January 2025

I'm Clymene, the archer for Croak and Dagger.
-Clymene's feelings on her roll on the team
Race Age Height Weight Gender Relatives Hobbies
Wood Elf 122 144 cm (4'8 1/2) 41 kg (92 lbs) Female Atalanta (Mother), Chiron (Father) Cooking, Trance-dreams, Dancing and Singing
Race Age Height Weight Hobbies
Rock Gnome ~21-23 96 cm (3'2) 4 kg (10 lbs) Shopping, Camping, Singing, Drinking
88th Clymene of Yulyu, daughter of Chiron and Atalanta
Clymene profile, Rock Gnome
Clymene as a a Rock Gnome Art
done by Greivs (https://greivs.newgrounds.com/) - NSFW link
Born1609
Yulyu
Other namesThe Forgotten, Cammy (self given)
OccupationAdventurer
Years active1730-present
EraAge of Passage
OrganizationCroak and Dagger
Height4 ft 8 1/2 in (144 cm as an elf) 3 ft 2 in (96 cm as a gnome)
Parents
  • Chiron (father)
  • Atalanta (mother)

The 88th Clymene of Yulyu is one of the founding members of Croak and Dagger, a Wood Elf hailing from Yulyu.

Clymene's D&D Beyond Sheet

Appearence

Clymene is a relatively short girl, standing at 4'8 1/2. She has amber eyes and dark green short hair thats always in a messy bedhead. Her primary clothing usually consists of a dark green camo-style tunic with a hood over brown shorts and black gloves. These are worn beneath a traveling hood of the same camo color and matching shoes. Her ears are at the side and stand about 1 foot.

As a Rock Gnome, Clymene's skin pigment has become dark purple with silverish hair and brown eyes. Her ears are still as long as normal, and her clothes just shrunk. She has begun to wear chokers featuring designs of Hera and one of Kelemvor.

Personality (Major WIP)

Clymene is usually quiet when she's in a new location, quick to study everything in sight out of curiosity. Because of this, she can seem mute unless speaking to her teammates or when someone speaks to her. She attempts to maintain an air of subservience to avoid conflict, even if she despises it. She generally accepts being insulted and mocked, usually because it's how she learned to deal with it and if it can keep her from triggering conflict, then it’d be better than the alternative, even if she disagrees with it. By the 88th Tragedy arc, the result of bottling months of this would lead to her unable to hide her anguish at times, unleashing anger and despair in uncontrolled and unfocused bursts akin to a meltdown. Afterwards, she would sink back to being quiet, but also cautious.

Despite her quiet nature, Clymene can often pretend to be jovial as well as friendly, with a soft spot for children and friends. Because of how high loyalty to family has been implemented, she originally trusted those who she considers close friends or like family. This would be seen in being more open, teasing, or helpful to others to the point of playfully teasing and trolling her friends. However, Clymene often has problems processing social situations properly and even has a problem maintaining eye contact. This has resulted in her accidentally coming across as insensitive or taking things too literal. She also has a tic of rubbing her wrists when nervous or uncomfortable. After several betrayals from people she considered close, she started to close herself off from others, distrustful of others unless they provide assistance to her team. Because of this, she can seem distant. Despite this, she has a habit of wanting to help others unless she has something she feels she needs to focus on first or even help those she may not be familiar with for reasons she can’t understand and seems to have an odd code of honor that comes across as paradoxical. This has also gave her an outlook of viewing others in a better light - believing in others more than she ever believed in herself.

Clymene can seem incredibly focused when dealing with something, or swap interests at a drop of a hat as well. Rather it's due to her past of being an introvert, to learn and try something new, or a feeling of obligation, can vary at times. This has shown with her expertise in tracking dwarves especially, as her history of intense interest in Dwarven culture and people has led to her being seen as an uncanny fascination. Despite this, she also has a tendency to freeze up and get confused when something does not go according to plan, making her seem panicked or unsure how to handle situations. Her dedication to a goal can sometimes border on tunnel vision and rather its a sense of pride or embarrassment, often tries to accomplish things by herself first. After Aileen’s words to ask for help, she has tried to work on asking for help first, but often wishes to be able to prove her worth first through experimenting, tinkering, and research.

In the past, Clymene has also shown a great interest in women, mostly preferring physically powerful and dominant types and gained crushes on the likes of Hildr and Raiah as a result to the point of trying to show off and impress. Ironically, her flirtatious nature not only backfires, but gave her the reputation of a desperate casanova wannabe. She has worked to rid herself of this reputation. She's also typically unaware of advances made her way, usually since she never had a person try to flirt with her beforehand (or so she believes). As such, she has been noticeably slow on the uptake and unsure of how to respond.

When it comes to combat, Clymene prefers sticking to the rear, trying to strategize or keep hidden while assisting her team. She views herself as the weakest of the group due to her low combat expertise as well as being only good in archery and no talent in swordsmanship or hand to hand combat. Despite trying to use her mind, rage can cloud Clymene's judgment, making her rash and impatient in an effort to end any fight as quickly as possible, which has caused friendly fire before. In the past, Clymene's lack of skill has made her consider a survival by any means approach, which resulted in her contemplating fleeing when all hope seemed lost, even at the cost of her team. While this has become less and less common, she aims to try and maintain her survival instincts and follows a rule of sense, knowing when it's impossible to win and desire to simply live. In recent missions, this slowly warped to a sense of trying to keep morale high for her team.

After exile, Clymene has begun to search for her own purpose in life. She has no clue what to do with no home to go back to, or if she’d want to return, but is willing to try and figure out what she wants for herself rather than to serve only others.

Backstory (Spoilers and Major WIP)

Born in Yulyu as daughter to Atalanta and Chiron, Clymene was said to be very unordinary. She lacked major marks that'd show hints of greatness, and even her aunt said she'd likely be a hinderence rather than a legend, but with her heart in the right place. Growing up, Clymene would show a love for cooking, novels, and the arts, writing and singing mostly despite having no talent for either. Even in school plays, she was rather average with a lot of heart, but carried by her friends. (SPOILER INFO)

When she became 113, Clymene would come out of the closet to Atalanta and Chiron, while her father approved and supported her wholeheartedly, Atalanta became distraught and revered to her as a disappointment, even punishing her by having her sister turn Clymene into a newt. Upon realizing why, her sister returned Clymene to normal and the two had a serious argument. Scared that she's done nothing but cause stress, Clymene would begin to cause self harm and hide the results with her gloves, only more surprised to hear her mother apologize for the overreaction with bloodshot eyes. Forgiving her mother, Clymene would suffer the marks of guilt, becoming more determined to show shes useful and not at all a failure. With a decent circle of friends, she would focus on speed and stamina, becoming proud of her superior agility and despite lacking the affinity for greater summoning or magic, was capable of using her tools and knowledge of nature and stealth to be capable of graduating. However, her speed, tools, and stealth were all she had - as in terms of hand to hand combat, archery, and even strategizing, she was terrible. Enough so that Atalanta didn't join in the betting pool to see if Clymene can make the top 20. Clymene passed at near the very bottom of her class, barely graduating and losing touch with her closest friends, 3 of whom would be the top 10 of her year.

At 121, shortly after her birthday, Clymene would find a letter from Craig Firebrand, one man hoping to hire people for adventures. With her love of adventuring books, a desire to see the world, prove the worth of the Wood Elves, as well as find the father of her best friend - a dwarf named Freya Brunhilde, Clymene set off, ready to see the world and improve herself!

Equipment

Clymene carries three different bows: a shortbow, a longbow, and a special bow gifted to her from Elvira called The Long Night, which can envelop one in darkness, keep her stealthed, and fire psychic energy. Alongside these includes a mystic family dagger and a shortsword. She also carries 50 foot rope, menacles, a hammer, a tinderbox, torch, mess kit, waterskin, a bedroll, and a crowbar. Additionally, Clymene has a Jaeger Corp cloak, which assists her camouflage as well as invisibility. After Wintershield, Clymene would request Charles to touch up the manhole cover Aileen got her, turning it into a makeshift shield. The shield currently however, has been missing since the Fight for Mechanus. She also carries a Glutton's Fork, Hat of Vermin, and a Cap of Water Breathing.

As of the Witchlight Carnival, shes obtained a bow with the potential to charm others named after Hanali and a toy wand that shes dubbed 'Hecata's Warrior of the Forest Wand'. The wand can only use prestidigitation.

Powers and Abilities

  • Archery: Clymene's main expertise is in archery. Shes nimble and acrobatic, often able to land most shots even when in the heat of combat. She's also relatively clever and perceptive, and willing to plan ahead, but can be incapable of thinking on the fly depending on the situation. Despite being considered one of the worst archers of her class, her experience in various scenarios and battles has honed her skills, making her capable of going on even footing with Raiah.
  • Chef: Clymene is a capable cook, able to make several meals in a short time. These can range from very good to average, but her specialty is Yulyu Special: Meat and Potatoes, which is basically poutine.
  • Speed: Her claim to fame is not only in her speed - being able to sprint further than some of her team.
  • Stamina: Clymene's metabolism and stamina is often beyond ordinary, allowing her to eat large calories of food or drink more than twice her body weight in energy drinks yet withstand the effects while being able to go for days on a very limited diet of nibbling on rations. Even then, it usually takes being pushed to the brink of death for her to feel any kind of fatigue, where afterwards she'll fall asleep. She has since unlocked Tireless as a result
  • Stealth: One of Clymene's other claims to fame is to seemingly disappear in any situation. Her stealth sometimes even makes it seem as if she's hidden in plain sight, often due to her interest in whatever else catches her eye.
  • Eyesight: As a Wood Elf, Clymene's eyesight is superior to a human's, allowing her to see in the dark for up to 60 feet (18 meters).
  • Longevity: She's also very long lived, as Wood Elves can live for over 700 years, she's only the age of a young adult to her people despite being 121.
  • Resistances: Clymene also has resistance to charms and magic designed to render her unconscious or asleep. Plants capable of rendering movement is also less effective on her.
  • Trance and dreaming: Clymene also lacks the need for sleep, as a simple trance or meditation for up to four hours can replenish her as well as a full eight hours. Doing so can allow her to dream, but she prefers actual sleep as it allows her to dream easier and sometimes see the other world.
  • Telepathy: With her Long Night, Clymene is capable of speaking telepathically to others within 30 feet.
  • Magical Aptitude: Clymene is capable of allowing herself and those nearby to stand on any liquid surface, as well as set off a telepathic alarm. She can also negate poisons, create thorny terrain, conjure up a powerful wind, mute an entire area, or conjure feys to assist in combat.
  • Conjure Woodland Beings: Clymene is capable of summoning various fey-like beings. Each in pairs. These include:

Sprites Pixies Blink Dogs A Sea Hag Naiad Nereid Dryads Quicklings Satyrs Alseid Reflector

As a Rock Gnome, Clymene lost her ability of trance and speed.

  • Magical Resistance: Clymene has a minor resistance to abilities designed to attack her wisdom or mind. However, her low stats to begin with has made this almost a non-factor.
  • Tougher Skin: To Clymene, her only advantage has been her slightly tougher skin in contrast to her armor being weaker

Relationships (Major WIP)

  • Aiden Thorin

--"“We did it big guy, we fucking did it!! You got your gal waiting on ya! Ha! Damn, he looks a lot healthier too without the stress of Malar and the… uh… alpha pack? Heh heh. I just hope he gets that happy ending he deserves.”

--"My greatest regret is losing her on my watch. I love her still and can never forgive myself... I just hope she's in a better place."

--“I sometimes disagree with Andol's ideals and methods. But he sure knows how to get a job done. I should use the stone to chat with him when I get some time- if I can't… hm… he'd find me, that I know. But maybe I can try to learn dream spells now? I'm gonna’ miss his insane plans at least - and the scones…” .”

--"I'm not surprised she as usual misunderstood my intentions. Maybe I needed to elaborate further? Yeah, I wanted to show her how far I came, but for fucks sake, it wasn't to prove her anything, I just wanted to show her how far I came and improved- you know what, fuck it… hope she has a good life."

--"I never got to say goodbye... if I could apologize to him forever, I would."

--"'Hello, hello!' Those words... I still hear them when I so much as look at a shop now... they need to go on a vacation."

  • Chiron

--"Hes happier back home. I don't fit into Yulyu anymore- I just don't. And I want to be somewhere I feel I earned. It does bring me some peace of mind that hes happy. Good."

--"Boss is a loud guy. But he has a lot of heart to him. The fact that despite everything I did... getting him kidnapped, being the cause of two teammates dying, nearly losing Yulyu... he hasn't given up on me when logically, he should have kicked me to the curb. I can't comprehend it, but I got to show that his trust isn't invalidated. He gave me a way out of being a sheltered and going nowhere girl afterall. Thanks d- I mean, Boss..."

--"Elvira's a soldier type, not someone I can equal to. Doesn't matter to me, she has her folks and her own job, like how I have my folks to aid."

  • Freya Brunhilde

--"Shes with Moradin and the Morndinsamman... I can't let myself remember that... just try my best to move on - still got to cremate the bodies..."

--"Their leader looks trustworthy. Same for the Warforged. Not sure about that mage they have. I don't want to let my guard down in case they're spies for the Forsaken."

–"I wonder if he and Victor are dating. Nah, they’re def BBFs. Sometimes I need to see him to remind myself that not everyone we fight needs to be executed the moment we fight. Then again, he never stooped the lengths the Forsaken had in their fuck-upness - theres a difference."

  • Gilroy Jenkins

--'"Hes older than boss, but has the mouth of Marilka and the bravery that most would wish they had. Hes definetly strong though, age didn't seem to slow him down at all though."

--"He's an alright guy. Just... he's like a raven to anything that glitters like gold. Then again, ravens are highly intelligent creatures, so Gulak may know a thing or two that can be very handy. Just... don't have anything glittery."

--"Its a monkeys paw, but I get it. She just shouldn't go wanting to slaughter... I doubt she cares for me at all now. But for Marilka, I hope she retires before she does something reckless."

--"Incineryn was always quick to the burn. I don't think I had many chances to speak to her because I probably felt intimidated or so... incapable of talking to anyone... but if she taught Maribelle everything she knows, then I'm pretty damn sure she was holding back the entire time."

  • Jason

--"You used to be my best friend since we were kids. Then you do this. I won't say rot in Hades. But in the next life, be better. I'm just disappointed in all of you - I trusted you to do better for the village while I tried to find a purpose in my life. Find peace, Jason, my friend. And I'll keep the emerald as your birthday gift to me."

--"I wanted to tell him that even if nobody cares, that I forgave him... that if hes ever feeling low, to know I'm thinking for him. Dammit. Well... its one less person to worry about I guess?"

  • K'jalias

--"I want to believe he's still on our side. But if he's not... then there's no point. We'll have to kill him. But it'll hurt even more to do that..."

--“Karima’s our newest recruit? Neat! She seems like she can bring a lot of energy to the team thats needed! And I’m certain Maribelle would be happy to have someone to spar with!”

  • Laura

--"I feel like... I couldn't get her to have fun more... and even when I saved her, she dies. I felt so useless on being unable to help her and to be unable to learn about her. But, she went out in a way I would never be able to do. Like a badass."

--"He's.... deceptively canny. And hes given me so much encouragment. I like the goofball so cut him so slack, huh guys?"

--"She has this sisterly-motherly aura to her. I trust her. She's probably gonna' regret joining Clack and Mag- I mean, Croak and Dagger, but they all do before they decide to stay~."

--"He proved to me that he left the Forsaken... doesn't mean I'm trusting him, keep a close eye on him."

--"Marilka's changed- a bit. Shes still more vulgar than a child should be, but shes clearly a quick learner to flip a grown man and manage to shank him. I guess I was overreacting about my concerns on her wanting to be an Adventurer. Maribelle's a good influence- wait, Hildr's still her mom? I forgot honestly."

--"what just.. happened?"

--"They deserve better than me. I... fear I'm not ready for a relationship. Only took me 100 years... ugh-. I. I think they can do better- or I need to mature more myself.'

–"Fresh meat is pretty quick to try and help, but also very much the kind of nerd my friends and I were. I do think she can work on her speedy nature to try and help the instant things go topside, but it comes from a good place and I was the same way when I started. I just don’t want her to die as fast as she tried to join - or rather, I’d rather she leaves before things get too far. Plus, I never met a yuan-ti before so I have a lot of things I want to ask her when we get downtime."

--"I'm going to miss him. Omerók Vúshvel-Åm Enôrul Emendurad Kor is an uncle figure to everyone, loved unconditionally too. It feels… I feel he should've been the last of the original instead of me. But I made him proud. I hope he understood that his legacy isn't as a builder, but that of an all-loving hero. Heh. I think he knows the more I think about it."

--"I did want to date her. But I can't compare at ALL to Aiden so it works out. They make such a cute couple! Just uh, don't tell Aiden I wanted to date her. I'd rather keep my throat."

--"I feel like I got a rival! Ha! I haven't had that since my 20s! Come on, humie, lets see who can eat more again!"

--"I feel bad. I just saw her as adorable that hearing her existential issues just caught me unaware. I don't know how I can help her with that- I want to but- fuck. I'd just feel worse if I said I don't know how or a defeatist."

--“Skulks a survivor, not just a superstar. He has people waiting for him once the team bring down the Forsaken. Its beautiful seeing him get to relax for a change… he deserves it.”

--"What? You thought I was going to shittalk her? No point. I dislike how she did things. But I'm not a member of Yulyu anymore, so if she can handle it, then good luck. I can't make up for my mistakes, but since I was technically a part of my mother's plan, I'm an accompliace - I don't deserve to return to the village or see its changes for better or wose. So if she can run it and somehow make improvements that I was foolish enough to trust my own friends and family to make - then good."


  • on herself

--"I… think the voices are calming. I don't have to think they'd rather have Tuunbaaq instead or for me to act more like Hildr. I still hate myself yeah, and gnomes have good life spans so I have years to hate myself and wonder if I deserve a- what, third or fourth chance at life? But I can confidently say I am me. The 88th Clymene. Daughter of Atalanta and Chiron. I am an exile and a hero to some. I'd rather not be remembered but if I am… I hope it's for something positive"

  • on herself (post epilogue)


Tavern Room (Hero's Rest)

Ever since she joined, Clymene preferred her tavern room over any other part of the building, leaving it locked unless she’s expecting company. Like her old room, it would have become messy and lived in, with papers and clothing (mostly socks, shorts, and tunics) scattered about. She would keep her bows and quivers under her bed while leaving her dagger under her pillow in case of emergencies. On her door would be pictures of her friends from Croak and Dagger and Yulyu, drawn to the best of her memory and added on whenever someone officially joins. Her cloaks and ponchos would dangle off the doorknob, the bookshelf, and chair near the desk. In the far side, a large mirror would sit, with a brush and comb that she seldom uses except for dances she’s been invited to or if she ever had a date.

The desk she keeps her mirror on has multiple papers and tools in each segment, from pencils to her flute. Humorously, it's the tidiest part of her entire room, with papers stacked neatly to the top left, her camouflage style eye shadow and make up kit to the bottom left, a pencil in the center, her graduation book to the bottom right, and photos of her family and friends from Yulyu to the top right. Her flute would be in front of the mirror next to her brush. The hand held mirror from Sayrax would also be in the center, kept in a case to ensure it remains fresh.

In the corner would be her bookshelf, filled with books ranging from stories to cookbooks to survival guides that were a gift from Chiron. Her short swords would rest next to the drawer, out of sight from the door. As Clymene would choose the room without a window, there would be no real source of light, being an elf, she would have her dark vision to compensate, but as a gnome, she would go by memory of where everything was if she couldn’t see in the late evening. Her closet would contain mostly her dresses, but a few changes of clothes just in case.

The restroom would be kept tidy at all times, but contains up to 16 cups around the sink, this is for her pixies and sprites if they wish to relax in the mortal realms. A bottle of bleach would be next to the bathtub for cleaning as well.

After being attacked by the Forsaken, the bookshelf would be knocked over, several deep cuts next to her bed from nightmares, and drawings of the attackers to the best of her memory hammered above the bookshelf to ensure she memorizes them. On her desk would be a series of papers for what she hopes would be her records to ensure Croak and Dagger are properly remembered.

After returning from the 88th Tragedy, Clymene would keep her room cleaner, leaving only the drawings of her attackers and stacked her books in the eastern corner of the room.

(Halfyia Pass) A Work-in-progress, the room being under the main floor serves as a womancave, she plans to bring some of the wine caskets in and serve as her private party room.


Trivia

  • Clymene's primary theme songs are Wing-Stock by Ashley MacIsaac, A Better Son/Daughter by Rilo Kiley, Hallelujah-No-Okami by Brandon Yates, Faceless by Red, SLUMP (Eng. version) by Stray Kids, Children of the City by Mili, Artemis by Lindsey Stirling, and The Town Inside Me by AISHA
  • Clymene's name is of Greek origin and a good deal of her was made with Greek mythology in mind as inspiration.
  • Clymene's favorite food Poutine. Her favorite drink is a tie between Pepsi and Coca-Cola thanks to her time in the 1970s
  • As a Wood Elf, Clymene had a scent akin to pinecones
  • When imagining a voice for voicing Clymene, the closest imagined voices were either Bleach's Rukia Kuchiki or Ushiwakamaru from Fate/Grand Order Absolute Demonic Front: Babylonia
  • Despite her age, Clymene would be no older than a person in their early 20s in human years
  • Clymene is partially inspired by High Elf Archer from Goblin Slayer, Archer from Fate Stay/Night, and Roland from Library of Ruina. Her rock gnome design is inspired by Tristana from League of Legends.
  • By technicality, this is a third variation of Clymene, and different from original conceptual ideas from the player - originally, Clymene was the protagonist of a planned short series, reworked for D&D - and massively different in terms of backstory and personality by a wide margin
  • Out of all of Croak and Dagger, Clymene is the only one to have never referred to Caelrogh as Carlos. She has also referred to Zirildeler Keshang-Illir Lorzuden Kor by his full title as well anytime she says his name.
  • Befitting to her race, Clymene typically labels things differently, saying 'Elfinoid' in place of 'Humanoid' and yelling 'oh my Gods' instead of 'oh my God'.
  • Originally, Clymene never had a stutter outside of situations where she's flustered (usually when complimented or overjoyed), any stuttering being the result of her player having this problem. This however, has seem to stuck
  • At 3 party members, 1 boss, and ~20 goblins, Clymene has the highest kill count in one turn among the party. She also has the highest team injury rate.
  • As suggested by her rank as '88', Clymene is the 88th named Clymene in Yulyu's history
  • Clymene's Horizon uniform and occupation of choice was picked from a mix of Outis' alternate skin in Limbus Company and Danica James from the The Rift Chronicles trilogy
  • Originally, Clymene was intended to be a V-Tuber if the Horizon Arc took place more in the modern days or an accountant before it settled on police officer

Playlists

The Not-Quite-A-Hero's Journey Youtube link

The Not-Quite-A-Hero's Journey Spotify link

Song Meanings (WIP)

Wing-Stock by Ashley McIsaac - Ever since Clymene’s original inception, this song was pretty much the de facto theme for her.

A Better Son/Daughter by Rilo Kiley - A song best reflecting on Clymene trying to grow up to be a better daughter. Despite the song being more of a depression to upbeat style, it ironically reverses on Clymene.

SLUMP (Eng. Ver) by Stray Kids - One of the more primary themes, it fits for Clymene’s worries that she can’t catch up with her team and how she felt more useful in the past. This was her primary theme early on in the run.

Hallelujah-no-Okami (Vocal Version) by Brandon Yates - A song I didn’t expect to fit Clymene given its origins as a what-if soundtrack for a battle. The lyrics feel like a reflection into Clymene’s thoughts between the 88th Tragedy and her general desire to be understood by someone.

Faceless by Red - More to reflect on Clymene’s feelings towards Croak & Dagger to the possible point of co-dependence, how they helped her shape a form of an identity she felt she never had compared to her past - as well as how she wishes to not lose any of them, in fear of losing a part of her

Children of the City by Mili - Possibly tied with SLUMP as the primary theme for Clymene. Whereas SLUMP is Clymene’s clinical depression on full, Children of the City is more on how she tries to fit in with others and realizing her mistakes are all she’ll be known for while the earlier portions of the song reflect on how she feels her life is a railroad where she has never had a choice until she left, and since regret it.

I Won’t Say I’m in Love from Hercules (Greek ver) - The Greek version of the song feels more fitting as Clymene slowly realizes her feelings for Aileen was akin to love at first sight. She slowly accepts that she has, but didn’t wish to say it.

Jenny by Studio Killers - Following up from the previous song, while Clymene was always awkward, her inability to do more than stay friends, wishing she can be more until it bordered obsession.

Stay With Me by Miki Matsubara and Stolen by Dashboard Confessional - The last song related to Aileen, its simply the closest she will ever get to saying shes fallen in love. A bittersweet ending to a chapter of someone’s life shes ruined, and would be haunted until the end of her journey.

War by Jeff Williams ft. Casey Lee Williams - Listened to during the battle against Jason, as fitting, the song's more tone set as Clymene viewing Jason as a former friend that she had to fight (even though she didn't really manage to do much).

Nobody Knows Him / The Hero by James Harris - While EMIYA in general is a fitting theme, this remix’s more chipper tune was originally set as Clymene’s showdown with Atalanta and her accepting the idea if she wins or dies, remembered or forgotten, that she wishes she can accomplish something by herself.

Thanks for Nothing by Dope - More an attributed song to how Clymene views Atalanta, her pedestal broken and how she despises herself for trusting her own mother. While she shouts at Atalanta, shes also cursing herself for being an idiot like her.

Warbringers: Sylvanas by Neal Acree - Originally birthed as a joke when talking on how similar Clymene felt to Sylvanas Windrunner by accident. With multiple deaths, learning of and dealing with evil deities, and being master archers with a history of recklessness or extreme judgement calls, it felt fitting for Clymene.

RISE by MADKID - With leans of never surrendering, while Clymene herself doesn't feel she can measure to her friends, she feels they rub off on her at times with their desire to help others. It also reflects on her rising from her constant failures to keep trying and look beyond them.

One-X by Three Days Grace - Set more as Clymene's views on Croak and Dagger and their heroism, her love for them and how they will rise to the occasion even if shes too terrified.

Artemis by Lindsey Stirling - A sort of book closure, a violin song to end off a violin-based opening. While Wing-Stock becomes more energetic, Artemis becomes slower near the end. With Clymene’s Greek mythology influence in tow.

The Town Inside Me by AISHA - Set for the end of the campaign, a possible closure to one of Clymene's issues on self-acceptice. She blamed herself for everything, is an exile who left home for her own purpose, and has several identity issues ranging from rather she wants to be remembered to if she can be herself without changing herself to be more like another person. In the end, she accepts herself for who she is as a Ranger- and no longer changes for anyone but herself. She can feel free and make her own choice, comfortable at last with her decisions.


Gallery

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Art done by Greivs (https://greivs.newgrounds.com/) WARNING, NSFW

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