Megumi

Megumi (恵実, "Fruitful Beauty") is a former member of the Kuchiki Clan; who was stripped of her status and thrown out on the streets of the Rukon districts following a failed attempt at stealing a Kenseikan to elevate her own status within the clan. Her actions driven by a desire to escape the life of an Accepted.

A driven woman ever since her birth, Megumi strove constantly to elevate herself in the eyes of her elders. But whether it was due to her parents dubious standing within the clan (both of them had repeatedly brought dishonor upon themselves, and were only barely tolerated) or otherwise, her achievements always went unappreciated or were outright ignored. Once she was stripped of her Kenseikan and thrown out on the streets, her parents were held accountable and were assassinated a while later.

Following her banishment, Megumi used her considerable skill in magic to cross over into other realms, wanting to get as far from Soul Society as possible. Filled with grief, guilt and a desire for vengeance upon the society which had raised her and then thrown her aside, she wandered in search of a worthy cause.

It was in one of these journeys that she was approached by a bizarre figure, who extended a hand to her and urged her to join The Coven. He claimed that it would be a place she might call home, a family which would not forsake her -- and someplace her talents would be appreciated. She accepted the strangers offer and currently serves the elusive organization as a Mage.

Appearance
A sensible woman, Megumi rather abhors the excessive displays of garish colors and billowing garments worn by many other members of the Coven. Where some might have worn a long robe, she instead dons a single brown cloak over a white blouse and khaki pants. This outfits is both comfortable and affords her the space to move fluently, the cloak is largely there for dramatic effect.

While she dresses rather plainly and unprovocative, Megumi's name isn't unfounded: with fair features, light porcelain skin, eyes the color of dusk and hair as dark as the wings of a raven. Indeed, good looks earned her a few admirers, although most of them desisted after they found that their advances were pointedly ignored.

Indeed, someone well-informed about the Kuchiki Clan might be able to guess at her heritage from her features alone, which many of her former clansmen share, not to mention the dignified way she walks, talks and carries herself.

Personality
Although she was raised among nobility, Megumi's life was never a simple one, for her parents were held in exceptionally low esteem. In light of this, she grew to rely upon herself and no one else, even as the other women of the clan prepared themselves for their future marriages of convenience, Megumi honed her personal abilities and studied a wide variety of subjects, determined to excel among her peers and impress her elders.

Her ambition is perhaps one of the most defining traits of Megumi, far from being a simple Kuchiki wallflower she constantly sought out ways to prove herself despite her low standing. Even now, banished from those she initially sought to impress she remains indomitable in her pursuit of her cause, which now coincides with the Coven's central tenets of issuing forth a true Magocracy.

Beyond that, Megumi remains completely disillusioned with mageless individuals, as those who possess no magical potential are to her considered to be "trash", although she derives no pleasure from killing such individuals, she doesn't hesitate doing so if there's no reason to let them live. For this reason, Megumi is therefore a dangerous woman and many a human has inadvertently gotten themselves killed by her.

Within the Coven however, her nature is considerably less cold, and she has proven herself to be a worthwhile and loyal ally to the cause -- and willingly puts herself in harms way for the benefit of her new family if necessary. As she genuinely cares for her fellow members and their well-being, even if she conceals it under a cool exterior.

Equipment
Megumi's Sword: Unusual for a spellcaster, Megumi carries an European sword on her person, sheathed at her hip. While many would question the need for such an object, it's primary focus is not to aid her in melee combat -- although it can certainly be utilized in this manner. The sword itself is enchanted by Megumi herself and serves as a focus for many of her lightning-themed spells and abilities, almost resembling a weaponized wand in nature. This was inspired by the tales she heard of Seia Tulia Honoria's prowess in battle, a person who Megumi greatly admired, and at one point idolized.