Character Profile – The Lost Artefacts: Eva Harksmear

Eva Harksmear occupies a uniquely influential position in the supernatural world despite her early death—a woman whose absence shaped the trajectory of both her husband and son in profound ways. As an accomplished Ascendant warrior and devoted mother, Eva’s legacy continues through the ripple effects of her life cut tragically short.

Distinguished by her strong presence and unwavering dedication to the Ascendant cause, Eva carried herself with the quiet confidence of someone who had earned her position through merit rather than connection. Her combat expertise, while less frequently discussed than her husband’s, commanded respect among fellow Ascendants for its technical precision and tactical intelligence.

Born into a family (Fellsparrows) renown for their generationally consistent archery expertise, Eva was a master archer. Despite this her training balanced all weapons disciplines.

Eva’s marriage to Aloysius Harksmear united two respected Ascendant lineages, creating what many viewed as an ideal partnership. Their family’s standings within the Ascendant world made them particularly influential in their professional duties, landing them joint control of the New York Castellum early in their union.

As a mother to young Ben, Eva demonstrated remarkable ability to balance the demands of Ascendant duties with maternal warmth. Those who knew the family during this period recall her deep love and care for family, often superseding her Ascendant duties. This foundation would later prove crucial in shaping Ben’s character, even after her absence.

Eva’s role within the Society, while less publicised than her husband’s, involved significant contributions to their understanding of Rogue behavioural patterns., which would ultimately lead to her demise.

Her death during what should have been a routine patrol devastated both her husband and five-year-old son. The circumstances surrounding the attack—an ambush from a dangerous Rogue whom she’d been rigorously tracking overwhelmed even her considerable skills.

The profound impact of Eva’s death extended far beyond personal grief, fundamentally altering both Aloysius’s leadership approach and Ben’s developmental trajectory. Her absence created a void that reshaped family dynamics and professional relationships throughout the Castellum, demonstrating how central she had been to maintaining balance in both spheres.

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