Viria Helos

Viria Helos, still often called by her original name Melody Helos, was the ninth Emperor of the Celeste Empire and Queen of Sol. She ruled with her husband, Noel Woodrow, and was succeeded by her eldest child, Valencia. Her marriage to Noel was the last recorded public soul vow.

Appearance
Viria was a gorgeous young woman in her youth, bearing the signature Helos red hair and golden eyes. Her graceful figure and fair skin was the envy of many, and she was said to have the most captivating smile. As she got older, she became round and plump. But while her red hair became white, her bright smile never vanished. In her prime, Viria was often called the most beautiful woman in Celeste.

Personality
Viria had all the charm that was expected of the Helos family, partnered with great talent and a sweet disposition. While she was often gifted with many luxuries, Viria much preferred to live a simple and humble life. She was a very generous person, who preferred giving to receiving. She was also very kind, to a fault.

Early life
Viria was born with the name Melody Helos in 287 AE to then Prince Varyn Helos and Lady Iris Song. Despite being quite removed from the royal succession, Melody gained great fame throughout her youth due to her beauty and musical talent.

She attended the Luxon Company at some point in her life, where she met the love of her life, Luxon architect Noel Woodrow. While the two suffered from many challenges to be together, the two would have one of the grandest weddings in Sol, as well as being the last known recorded public soul vow. The two had two children, River and Sea. Their family was supposedly very content, living a peaceful life in Sunhaven's countryside.

Melody changed her name to Viria Melody Helos after her father became Emperor in 426 AE, where she and her family moved to the royal palace. She was there by his side when he died in 465 AE.

Reign
Viria ascended the throne in 465 AE, co-ruling with her husband Noel. While she initially had a lot of difficulty adjusting to royal life, she was able to get through it with the help of her husband, children, and many trusted advisers.

Death
Viria died with her husband Noel, as the nature of their soul vow together, in 504 AE. When she died, it is said the entire nation wept for her.

Legacy
Viria, though often still remembered as Melody, is a widely celebrated Luxon figure. She was beloved by many, and many supported her peaceful reign with her husband. Because of her popularity, even before becoming heir, she was regarded as "Celeste's Darling." Since nobody expected her to become queen for the majority of her life, she is also noted as "The Unlikely Queen."

She had two children, Valencia Helos and Vera Helos, the oldest of which would further the imperial line.

Noel Woodrow
Noel was her love of her life, who she chose over all her other suitors. The two were the best of friends throughout their stay in Luxon, until they eventually entered a romantic relationship together. She supposedly fell in love with his smarts, gentleness, and quick wit. According to scholars, she had never fought or wanted for anything in her life, until her relationship with Noel was challenged. Like many others who are bonded by a soul vow, theirs was supposedly the deepest of loves.

Varyn Helos
Viria was incredibly close with her father, who tried to give her everything she could ever want. While he initially disapproved of her marriage to a human commoner, he eventually gave his blessing for the sake of her happiness, and was one of the people who ensured their successful soul vow.

Iris Song
Viria was quite close to her mother, who taught her everything she knew about music and performance.

Valencia Helos
Viria was a doting mother to her two children. While she strongly disapproved of Valencia's many vices, she was often too soft to give anything more than a light warning.

Vera Helos
Viria was a doting mother to her two children, and made sure that Vera had a good and happy life.

Abilities
Viria had some magical capabilities, but the full extent of her magic is unknown. Many scholars believed she was much more powerful than she let on, as not just anyone can have a soul vow.

Influence
As Empress of Celeste, and monarch of Sol, Viria was one of the most powerful people in Auros. She had supreme command over the Scarlet Guard, and all official affiliations of the Empire. She also had significant power in the Luxon Company.

Quotes

 * "He is my heart, my soul. Take everything else, but not him." (in defense of Noel)
 * "You can have all my years and more. I will not want for them if you are gone." (to Noel)
 * "I have chosen the name Viria, which is a lovely name, I think. In keeping with tradition."

Trivia

 * Her marriage to Noel Woodrow was the last recorded public soul vow.
 * Viria is known to be a terrible cook, but her husband Noel still eats everything she makes.