Caro



Role in Story:		Protagonist

Occupation:	Princess -> Queen of Artemisia

Physical Description:	Slim, petite, boyish figure. Long wavy brown hair, bright green eyes.

Personality:	Dedicated if somewhat willful. Above all she wants to reclaim her stolen throne and find her parents’ killer. She is used to the role of royalty and finds it difficult to be humble, which can lead her into difficulties when in disguise. She is a natural diplomat but is easily frustrated. Because of her upbringing, she finds it a challenge to let her feelings show, and to not keep people at arms length. But when she trusts, she does so unconditionally.

Background:	Caro is a born and raised princess, trained in all manner of etiquette, dancing, history, politics, etc. But she has also studied to be a warrior, as her father the king had before her - recognizing that bodyguards will not always be around to protect her. Because of the peaceful nature of her kingdom, she was given a certain amount of freedom as long as she stayed within the domain of the castle and was accompanied by one of her tutors or protectors. She has rarely been alone. She was very attached to her regal parents, who doted upon her and loved her dearly, though they maintained a certain amount of detachment.

Internal Conflicts:	When her parents are murdered, she harbors an intense desire for revenge. Though still grieving, she must try and take the reins of a country in mourning, and then her throne is usurped and she has to flee as a fugitive. Having lived a fairly sheltered life, every new experience on her journey makes her more aware of the world and she learns to appreciate all the people she meets. She has to learn how to survive on her own, and what is most important to her. She also assumed she would marry a prince arranged for her and has never even considered falling in love before. She finds it uncomfortable and tries to resist her feelings, because of her duty as queen.

Notes:	Full title, Queen Caro Amarynth of Artemisia

Amarynth is a variant of amaranth ‘eternal, undying’

Prefers pale, delicate colours - pale gold, green, blue - anything but pink. She hates pink (possibly because Cecilia insisted she would look adorably pretty in it).

Caro means ‘dear, beloved’

Prefers to wield a short sword, though has managed with a rapier.