Lyra/Hooks
Streetwise 5: It's not a myth anymore. Almost all of the cartel presence in Chula Vista has been pushed out by the O'shannon family of the Irish mob, and that family is headed up by Lyra herself. She's been exceptionally visible to people at this level of knowing, likely to make some kind of point.
Legitimate Business: Lyra is the owner of the Lady of the Lakes in Chula Vista. An upscale Celtic pub in the Lakes district, and the Lucky Shamrock card room in the Downtown district.
Resonance, Magick and Taint: Something about Lyra's magick feels... Off. She possesses an extremely potent Entropic resonance, which may be offputting to some- and cause for concern for others. For those for whom it is relevant, she is suffused quite completely with the taint of the Wyrm.
War: The Ascension War is not over. Lyra has been very vocal about this. Want a job? She can damn well find one for you.
Strict Paradigm: I do not practice or condone purple paradigm approaches to Mage. I hold myself to strict guidelines, and certain things are out of the bounds of said paradigm. I will not magic away all problems, because I am not able to. Not always. Herbs and reagents are necessary, and galdr can only accomplish so much. Worry not for 'lolfixing' from me. THIS DOES NOT MEAN: That Lyra will not have daily preparations, or prepare for a situation she expects may be dangerous. Lyra has been through a great deal of shit and KNOWS a great deal of shit. Of course she's going to take precautions. What this DOES mean is: Conflict will not be whisked away with a magic wand. Mage is still Mage. Lyra's paradigm is Celtic Traditional Witchcraft, in the style of Arthurian Legends and Celtic myth. The voice can manifest quick effects, as can gesture and will. Extended ritual is required for more involved, or impressive effects. Typically herbal mixtures, or ritualistic traditions., though the circumstances can vary.
What the Heck's Nephandic Taint?: Not a thing she has anymore! That's what it is!
Call of the Ocean: Lyra is seen with more and more regularity on the shores of some large water bodies... Staring. Dipping her toes in. Singing. She quite likes the sea!
Disclaimer: Roleplay with Lyra carries some risks with it. One of these risks sits firmly in the reality that this character is not a nice person. Lately, even, person may be growing further and further from an entirely accurate way to refer to her. She has a different way of looking at things and, as such, will make decisions she sees as pragmatic within her worldview. Wyrm characters can absolutely hang out. Anyone can hang out. Just be careful!