Name: Thiadria
Nickname: Thia
Meaning: Goddess, in Greek mythology
Pronounced: Thee-ah-dree-ah
Mental Age: 14
Gender: Female
Species: Peophin
Birthplace: Near Charbdys and Scyalla, under the ocean.
Date of Birth: Friday, May 13th
Mother: A sea nymph in the form of a peophin, name unknown
Father: Poseidon, Greek god of the Sea
Markings: Gold trident on forehead, two white bands near end of tail, teal eyes.
Accessories: a golden bracelet inset with sapphires and pearls.
Abilities: Has control over water, actress, speaks greek, plays the violin.
History
I was born on Friday, May 13th. Many would say that was a life was destined for trouble, but mine was especially so for a hero's tale always ends in tragedy. My mother, a peophin, died when I was born. I've never seen her picture, I don't even know her name. Two Nereid's heard my crying and recognized me as a daughter of the sea god when they saw me so I was brought to my Father's castle. You've probably heard of him, his name is Poseidon, the Earth shaker, Ruler of the Sea, Creator of Horses. Poseidon couldn't raise me so he sent me off with the Neireids to find a suitable home. They decided to drop me on the doorstep of a noble house, one whose occupants could not have a child. My new mother and father don't know a thing about my demi-godly status.
When I was growing up I always saw odd things, but dismissed them as normal. Occasionally, I would see women smiling at me from behind coral and when I looked back they dissapeared, sea creatures such as crabs and sharks never tried to harm me and even sea grasses seemed to grow more when I was around. At the age of seven, however, I realized I was different. One day a man followed me home from school. I don't know why I thought he was following me, but once the idea entered my head I was sure of it. I looked back to see the man more clearly, pretending to be looking for my school friends, and choked back a scream when I saw that instead of having two two eyes, then man had only one large eye right in the middle of his head. Why wasn't anyone else noticing that this man was a Cyclopes? Suddenly, I was whisked away. The sea turned white with the tide of bubbles rushing around my body. They were carrying me away from danger, but where was the destination?
When I stopped moving, I was in front of a castle made entirely of smooth coral. Two Nereids, the ones that had rescued me as a baby, led me up the palace steps to meet with whoever was the king of this land. There he sat, black haired and green eyed on his throne of black coral. He wore robes that seemed to be woven of waves and the silver crown on his head was inset with pearls. The king then proceeded to explain that he was my Father, and also a god, the sea-god to be exact. I now understood that all the odd things that I had thought normal, were in fact not common. Now that the monsters knew of my existance, they would stop at nothing to destroy me. Monsters always hate the demi-gods because we are the only ones (albeit gods, of course) that can defeat them. The rest of the mortal world see monsters as things that fit their aspects of reality.
I began training with Chiron, the legendary trainer of hero's, immediately. One week out of every month I went to live in the demi-god's palace, which is structured like the Ancient Greek structures were. There are twelve rooms, each representing an Olympian god. Zeus, Hera, Poseidon, Apollo, Artemis, Ares, Athena, Hephaestus, Hermes, Aphrodite, Hestia, Demeter. Of course, Zeus's, Hera's and Artemis's rooms are empty, and I am the only one who lives in Poseidon's. The Big Three (Hades, Zeus, Poseidon) agreed not to sire any more kids about a hundred years ago because the hero's that were born were too powerful. Father broke the rules when he sired me. At the palace, we train for any and every emergency and fight monster simulations. Monsters and mortals can't get through the barrier around the grounds unless a hero challenges one. There aren't many kids above 17 because they have learned enough to survive by then, or they have died.
Story
Thiadria, we need you to go to Thephi, the Telchines are terrorizing the citizens. You're Father has sent Delphin to tell you the course you will take. Please don't stray from..
Yes, that's me, Thiadria. Finally going on a quest after 6 long years of waiting. Chiron told me it was because I was too young, but I think that's a lie. It was probably because my Father is Poseidon, one of the Big Three, and they don't want to risk me getting killed. I'm more powerful, but numbers can subdue even power.
Thia, are you listening to me? You need to consult the Oracle and be on your way." Chiron told me, leading me towards the Oracle. I climbed up into the attic of the Palace and saw the Oracle for the first time. It was a hunched over body, that looked like it's fluids had been sucked out of it a long time ago. It was sitting on a green velvet chair with its gnarled hard grasping an emerald. All around the Oracle were remnants of monsters from past fights. A Minotaur horn, the head of a sea-serpent and one rotting hand of a Fury were sitting on a lone shelf.
I've come to consult the Oracle of Delphi.." I started and the shriveled figure straightened up. White mist descended from the ceiling and rendered me senseless, like a spirit lost from its body. A voice in my mind said
You will go to the East to face the monster who threatens,
but beware the danger of a traitor whose strength does not lessen,
Seize what was stolen to see it safely returned,
but stay on your path for the beasts have not turned.
And with that the mist disappeared and the Oracle's head dropped forward again.
Wait! Wait, what was stolen! Come back!" I shouted at the Oracle, but it remained motionless. Unsatisfied, I went back downstairs to Chiron and told him what I had learned, he too was puzzled by Oracles prophecy. Most of the time, he said, the Oracle makes no sense until whatever was going to happen, has. With that, he gave me my weapon, a sword made by the Cyclopes working for Zeus and with a 'good luck' and a hug, sent me on my way. I had expected at least Arisna, my best friend, to see me off but she was nowhere to be found.
Wait, Thia! Zeus, you're annoying." Herisian said as he came up behind me, apparently out of breath. I inwardly cringed, I had forgotten he had to come with me. Why did I need a partner for my quest, most other hero's got to go alone?
Yes, Herm?" I said, through gritted teeth.
Don't act like you're not glad to see me, Kelp-brain. I mean, I know you like me but—
Whatever Wise-boy. But if you're going to bug me constantly, then I'm ditching." Point across, I looked forward again. Herisian was the son of Athena, and one of the biggest idiots since Tantalus. He was thirteen like me, but he had few friends. He was so hard to get along with, it was like he knew everything that annoyed you and purposely did it. Athena's kids were especially tough for me to get along with because my Father had a disagreement with her and led to subconscious annoyance.
Whatever, I guess your black mane isn't all you inherited from your dad." He mumbled something I couldn't hear, but I'd bet my shield that it was about Father's temper. He wasn't called 'Earth-shaker' for nothing. I kept swimming and after about half an hour of silence I quietly prayed for a stronger current to propel us towards Thephi and whatever awaited us there.
We had to stop for food and rest a couple hours later, which we did in silence. His sulking was getting to me but I wasn't about to talk if he didn't. Out of the corner of my eye, I saw something moving towards us. I sat still and calmly reached for my sword. The thing came into view, thankfully only a Nereid. She swam up to me, her eyes darting back and forth, obviously nervous.
Mistress Thiadria, I fear there are some sea-serpents up ahead." She told me quietly. Herisian looked up from eating for a few seconds, but when he saw me looking at him he put his head down again and glared at his food. I swam over to him and tapped him on the shoulder.
Come on, Spiderman we have to go kick some butt." The 'Spiderman' was a reference to the children of Athena always being hunted by the children of Arachne. Whenever there is a spider close to one of Athena's children, the spider will seek him or her out. Serves Herisian right for calling me Kelp-brain.
Can we just try to get along, Thiadria? You've had it out for me ever since—
Ever since you started calling me Kelp-brain, Barnacle-head and every other stupid thing you can think of.
If you'd lighten up, you wouldn't be offended by harmless nicknames. Let's just call a truce, please? Athena and Poseidon have worked together before." Too bad, he was right, they had worked together to create the chariot. Actually, Athena invented it, but Poseidon created horses to pull it. I squinted ahead, looking at two rock shapes.
I looked forward, watching two vaguely farmiliar shapes clash together. "That.. that.." I faltered, forgetting the name of something that should be common knowledge to me, "Didn't they.. stop doing that after Jason passed through?".
The Symplegades, yes. Thia, remember? Forces this powerful can't be completely stopped, the Clashing Rocks obviously would clash again, regardless to Jason. We will have to pass through them to get to the Telchines. Jason did it with birds but we will have to use something else. Fish, maybe?" Herm was obviously hoping that I could make fish swim through there and make the rocks crash together prematurely so we could get through. Indeed, I could and did so. I also called upon a current to carry us through, because obviously we wouldn't make it unless we had assistance.
Hang on then, Herisian. On my mark.
No, on my mark." He told me, waiting for the rocks to smash shut. I suppose it would be better to go on his mark, he was more familiar with the optimal mathematics. That kind of thing confused me, anyway. He shouted and we both swam as hard as we could toward the other side. The current made a roaring sound in our ears, but I could still hear the sickening grind that the two gigantic pillars of rock made as they tried to draw closer to the us. I couldn't look to either side, as that might be the loss of a millisecond that I would need to be out of there, and neither could I look at Herisian to see if he was getting through the Symplegades. And finally, we were through, just as the rocks crashed together behind us. The ensuing burst of water carried us a little ways away.
You are now entering the Sea of Monsters." I muttered, Herm nodded his accord, "Thephi is 19 nautical miles northeast of here. We can make that in a couple days time.
Aren't you forgetting something... the sea-snakes, Thia?" Herisian asked. Of course, but seeing as they weren't hurting anyone, why bother? Now, I know that's not what a true hero should say but it was the Sea of Monsters, after all, there are supposed to be monsters. I was worried about what the Oracle had said, sea-snakes didn't seem like staying on the path. I called another current and directed it to find us a safe place, as I was worn out and couldn't hold up much longer. We came to a cave soon, and made a small fire to toast things on. The fire should have been impossible but I told the bubbles to come together and form a water-lock around the flame. Thank the gods, because I was sick of raw food!
We woke up the next day to a cold breakfast and set out right away. We were so close to our destination, and I still didn't know what was stolen. And who was the traitor? Was he a traitor to the Olympians, dear gods was it Herm? I put the prophecy out of my mind for the moment and concentrated on getting to Thephi. We got there by the end of the day with no monster attacks and no strange sightings. Which was actually very strange, we were in the Sea of Monsters, there were supposed to be some strange things floating around.. if there weren't it was, well, strange. I told that to Herm but all he did was look at me weird. I guess I should be happy there are no monster attacks rather than suspicious..
The city of Thephi was in turmoil, they didn't know where to hide or what to do. The monster came every night and feasted upon the people of the city. Every morning the remaining citizens woke up to see more and more of their friends and family gone. Herisian and I gathered the citizens in the center and called an announcement; everyone must hide in the caves while the Nereids guarded them. Herm and I would stand in the middle of the town square waiting for the monster. Night soon fell and the villagers filtered into the caves. We stood waiting for our doom, suddenly, a figure appeared next to me, a man in full battle armor.
Thiadria, I come to give you help in defeating the Telchines. Here is a sword, made of celestial bronze, they cannot be killed with anything else. Here is a shield with a mirror surface. Use these gifts well, and remember Thia, these monsters can kill with a glance. It seems there are only two in this area, be glad for this." And with that the man left. I had a clue who he was because of his demeanor, Ares the god of war.
Out of the darkness, I heard a growl. A Telchine stepped into view as I quickly drew the mirrored shield, its head was that of a wild dog and it's body that of a sea lion. I stepped forward and it rushed at me, sure it would get its kill. I swiped at it's chest with my sword, but got it's flipper instead. Now it was angry and began circling me, lunging every now and then. I was concentrating too much on holding off the one monster that I couldn't see the other coming up behind me until Herisian shouted "NOOO!" and charged at the Telchine. He stabbed the monster in the heart and the monster faded until it was completely gone. Next he went for the other with me, looking at the monsters body so the eyes wouldn't poison him. Herm slashed at the monster, an angry strength radiating from him. The hacked at Herm's chest, but he didn't even notice. Herm continued to bombard the monster with attacks until it finally gave up, snarling and hissing, it faded away. The fading was a form of the monsters physical form dying but it's spiritual form not. They can't really die, they can just be put off for a while as they don't have spirits in the same way as us.
Thank you, Herisian. I couldn't have done that without you." I turned to face him only to see a huge gash on his leg and five long cuts on his chest. He looked very pale, helpless really. I touched his arm to try to put some of the oceans healing power in him but it was repulsed. I called to one of the Nereids and told her the city was safe. When questioned about a cure for Herisian, she pointed south, out to the open water.
The Isle of Aeaea, mistress. But be careful for Circe, the great sorceress, lives there and will turn you into a pig if you aren't careful.
Every moment was costing Herm his life, so I called upon my Father for help. He gave us a chariot pulled by dolphins so we could travel through the night. We were at the island of Circe by morning, and I transformed into a two-legged creature. I walked out of the sea, willing the water not to stick to me and emerged dry. I silently prayed to Hermes, who had given Odysseus the potion that stopped him from changing into an animal, to help me. A black vial seemed to appear out of thin air in front of me. It was labeled "Hermes Moly Supplement" so I opened it and drank half the potion. I felt no different, but I hoped it was enough to stop Circe from turning me into an animal.
Her mansion of stone was in the middle of a clearing in a dark wood. Lions and wolves stalked around her house, drugged victims of her magic. I walked up the pathway with lions and wolves encircling me, waiting for a treat or perhaps to be rescued and released from her binding enchantment. I walked in through the open door and found Circe sitting at her loom.
"Oh, Circe! I am Thiadria, daughter of Poseidon. I come to ask a favor, it will probably be nothing for a enchantress so great as yourself.
Oh, spit it out then girl. I am quite a good sorceress, aren't I?
Well, I have this friend. A .. son of Athena—"
A son? How dare you ask me to help a man! Better to turn him into a swine. Then his troubles will be over, my dear.
You have nothing to cure him? I had only thought.. I mean, a powerful witch like you might.." I stopped as I looked out the window and saw the Golden Fleece, guarded by a fierce-looking red dragon. Jason used a sleeping potion to lull the dragon, but what could I use? I didn't even know what a sleeping potion was made of! However.. lavender was often used to aid sleep. Maybe I could find some to lure the dragon into a deeper sleep. I just had to hope Herisian would still be alive. I was, after all, gambling with his life. Just another reason for Athena to hate me.
Night fell and with it, I snuck back onto the island, having picked some lavendar out of Circe's garden earlier. The dragon was asleep, but would probably wake with the slightest noise. I stuck the lavender below it's nose and waited to see if I should take out my sword. Not that I would even be able to lift it up before I was burned to a crisp. The dragon snorted and yawned, a wisp of smoke curled up out of it's nostril. Convinced it was alseep, I jumped over its tail and ran towards the Golden Fleece. A twig snapped beneath my foot, but the dragon didn't notice. I grabbed the Golden Fleece and dashed for mad back to the sea. The dragon opened a beedy, red eye just as I jumped over it's tail. I sprinted faster, past Circe's mansion. I could see her through the window, immersed in her own nightmares. She was probably seeing her herbs being devoured by fire, while her beautiful stone mansion was bathed in blood. Possibly repercussions of all of her bad acts. I cut through the dense forest, the trees seeming to grasp at me, not wanting me to go. As if they were trying to trap me. Behind me I heard the dragon roar and a patch of forest directly to the left exploded in to flames. I finally got out and dove into the sea, a current carrying me towards the chariot. I collapsed, exhausted, and covered Herm with the Golden Fleece. Right before I blacked out, I directed the dolphins to lead us back to the Palace.
Well, thank for.. that, you know, Thia." Herisian said, sounding embarrassed. Obviously he had recovered well, the wounds on his chest seemed like he had received them a few months ago, rather than a day.
Don't mention it. You saved me, I saved you, we're even.
Right then. Er.. after all that saving action, you and me.. we're sort of like friends right?"
Sure Wise Boy, we're friends. Just in case you need me to save your butt again.
Yeah," Herm said, smiling, "Or if you need me to save yours, Kelpbrain." Of course, 'Kelpbrain' now seemed like a friendly nickname. I couldn't even imagine that I thought he was ridiculing me when he said it a few days ago.
When we got back to the house, the line in the prophecy was still bothering me, but beware the danger of a traitor whose strength does not lessen. Who could it be? At that moment, Delphin came to escort me back to my noble home. We swam in silence for a majority of the trip, but when we got to an isolated area Delphin turned to me.
Thiadria, you did well on your quest. Too bad you will not be performing any more." Delphin said, a malicious grin on his face.
Why not?" I stopped wondering who the traitor was at that moment. That left me to reason why Delphin would want me dead. He was my Father's most trusted advisor.
Why don't you take a look?" I turned to look, expecting a sword, but instead I saw one of the dealiest creatures of the sea, a Ketea. It was a minuature form, but no less dangerous. It's body was serpentine with long rows of teeth, it's strength was Heraculian (the true Greek name of 'Hercules') but it's true danger was it's never-satisfied rage. I watched in horror as the Ketea grew larger, large enough to swallow me. Ketea were also known for their insatiable hunger.
This will swallow you whole before you can blink. Good bye daughter of the Sea God." And with that he left, and the Ketea lunged at me. I dove to the side, just missing it's horrible maw. The creature slammed against a rock, but caught me with it's tail. I was immobilized by the force of the blow and fell to the floor.
Father.. help me." I croaked and there appeared two Nereids, one made the beast dissapear and the other supported me as I struggled to get up. Pain exploded somewhere near my back and I stopped struggling. We were flying through the water soon, and I blinked heavily and fell asleep. I awoke in my bed with my parents hovering over me. They told me the story, I had been in an accident. A cart vending fruit had slammed into me and I was unconcious for a while. Of course, they didn't know the real story—couldn't really. After all, they were mere mortals, with a demigod for a daughter.
Friends
Iturin and Rhine are my comedians. They entertain me when it's been an especially tough day with the tutors or the monsters. They are always there to cheer me up. I'm sure they don't mean to be so amusing, but that is what they are nonetheless. I am sad to say I don't share a love for exploring as Iturin does, but we make it up by being similar in other ways.
Herm is indescribable. I can't even explain how deep our friendship is. He is a demigod, like me, but a son of Athena. We very well together, despite our parents semi-feud, and have a knack for finding adventure. He's saved my butt constantly and I his. Herisian is brave and more than willing to take on anyone that threatens his friends. Without his friendship, I would not be the person I am now.
My Other Half
Nehima means mystery in the forgotten language. She has always been there for me, ever since my father gave her to me as a gift when I was first shown to him. She is always on the sidelines when I am facing my enemies, but because she goes unnoticed she is able to help in a way that many others could not. Nehima is not mute, but we prefer to speak with our minds. I can not do this with any other being so I would guess that it is Nehima's power, not my own.
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