leda kane.
petrova doppelganger.
i wanna BE IMMORTAL, like a god in the sky. i wanna be a silk flower, like i'm never gonna die. i want to live + forever +, forever in your heart. and we'll always be ✰ together. ✰ from the end to the start.
“this is confusing” jer mumbled. he knew it wasn’t elena “what do you hope new orleans has to offer?” he asked the doppelganger. would it be too weird to say that she looked like his sister? yeah, maybe.
‘ what's confusing ? ‘ leda inquired with a curious glance to the other. ‘ i dunno, maybe a lot of freedom and fun ! i want to do as much here as possible. gotta see the sights and all that jazz, meet lots of cool people and enjoy myself. ‘
“Yes, I was the dead one until a month ago…” she admitted with a small shrug, she’d become rather numb to the fact she’d been dead after all she’d had a thousand years on the other side to deal with such a fact. “It is a pleasure to met you Leda, I assure you…-perhaps, though I am more than used to seeing those who share my face; I just choose to separate us all by personality, it saves from having to get name badges.” she attempted to joke.
‘ you were dead ? god, that doesn’t sound too nice. ‘ leda offered the other a sympathetic smile, still reeling over the fact that they looked the same. ‘ eh, can’t believe you’re used to it. i, for one, don’t think i’ll ever be able to get used to seeing my face on someone else. i mean, is it even my face ? i don’t even know. ‘ leda let out a small chuckle. ‘ right, so what’s everyone’s personality like ? ‘
“I’m not normally one to follow the trend unless I want to lay low.” Rebekah shrugged. “Leda. So you’re a new one then. Trust me when I say that there are many of you. Unfortunately too many for my liking.”
‘ that’s a nice tactic. ‘ leda nodded in approval, soon frowning at the blonde’s words. ‘ a new one ? i don’t know what order we all go in, but it’s pretty weird. the idea of us all looking the exact same is bonkers. i bet i’m the coolest, though. ‘
Nope, not Amara. Silas heaved a sigh, a mild look of disappointment graced his features. However, that all quickly changed as he approached the doppelganger. It was strange that deep inside his hateful gut, he believed she was in the city. There was a feeling in the pit of his stomach but maybe he was going mad. Well, slightly more. “You sound chipper.” he noted, slapping on a quirky smile. “First time here I reckon?”
‘ of course i'm chipper ! i love traveling and i've heard a good bit about this place. ‘ leda offered a smile to the stranger. ‘ yeah, i've never been here before. it's got a sketchy reputation, though. would wanna watch out for a dodgy few. but other than that, i’m sure it’ll be good fun. ‘
“I don’t think we’ve met before. Which is strange, because I’ve met nearly everyone who comes in this place,” she pointed out, beer in hand. She was curious, seeing as this wasn’t the first new face she’d seen waltz into the establishment. “Where’re you from? ‘Cause locals a little more friendly than that,” she added, moving closer with pinched brows of question.
‘ that's probably because i've never been here before. ‘ leda explained with a shrug as she sat herself down. ‘ oi, what's that supposed to mean --- do i not have one of those friendly faces ? i'm wounded. ‘ in all fairness, she wasn’t the only person with that particular face, but the thought still counted for something in leda’s mind.
“Have fun, be silly, be carefree, only listen to whatever you want to do and don’t listen to other people because it doesn’t matter. It’s what matters to you and what you believe in and what makes you happy and what makes you smile that will get you through the day. So don’t be affected by other people’s opinions because everyone will have an opinion and you can never appease everyone — I have to remind myself of that daily.”
While she was happy to hear a familiar accent she certainly wasn’t aware of which doppelganger this happened to be, which made her terribly curious. “Yes well it is certainly filled with it’s wonders, which one are you then?” she lent her head to the side slightly. “I am Tatia Petrova, the originator of the Petrova line.”
leda hadn’t met any of the doppelgangers before && a part of her had been terrified to do it, while another was hoping to find some kind of fun to be had with the concept. ‘ tatia ? ‘ her brows furrowed, she had only heard about katherine and elena. the thought of there being more out there was a little overwhelming. ‘ right, cool, yeah ! i’m leda, leda kane. this is really weird, isn’t it ? ‘
“No, I like to choose my own style. But I also enjoy blending in with the rest rather than standing out.” She shrugged before smiling. “Thank you. I appreciate the comment. Though I do have to ask, which doppleganger are you?”
‘ well, there you have it ! doing your own thing is probably the best thing you can do. ‘ leda nodded at her words. ‘ it’s no problem. i haven’t met any of the other ones, it all seems a bit dodgy to me, but my name’s leda. ‘
‘ new orleans, then ! ‘ leda’s english accent hits the air with a wave of enthusiasm, chocolate hues dancing around the city as she takes in a deep breath. ‘ i can’t wait to see what this city’s got to offer. ‘
“As usual, every time I come here, it seems that the style of the clothing seems to change.” Rebekah sighed as she walked out of the store in something new that she’d found. “Though, I do have to admit, this actually looks quite cute compared to previous styles.”
‘ different places have different styles, doesn’t mean you have to stick to them though. ‘ leda offered the other a small smile but nodded. ‘ it’s definitely cute, you have a great figure. ‘
“ i think i’m tripping . ” vicki said to the bartender , “ which is kind of crazy since i don’t even remember the last time i took acid . ” her eyes focused on the drink in her hand , “ i mean - regardless , i guess i’m just going to have to ride this shit out . enjoy the time while i have it . ” she said , not caring about whether the bartender was actually interested in her tale or not . “ in the spirit of that , next round on me ! ” the blonde announced , smiling while holding up a wallet ( one that she’d pick pocketed from someone on the way in , of course ) .
‘ if you think you’re tripping, then you probably are tripping. ‘ leda spoke up to the other with a small laugh. she enjoyed venturing to bars && new orleans would certainly be no exception. the place was booming with life and all leda wanted was to have as much fun as possible. ‘ i won’t take down an offer like that, though ! ‘
‘ you’re not supposed to be here,’ she remarks, turning on her heels to face the figure. yet the slightest of mischievous smiles tugs at the corners of painted lips — perhaps due to the fact that neither was she.
‘ and why exactly is that ? ‘ the brunette crosses her arms with a raise of her brows, slightly mimicking the mischievous smile that the other held. ‘ i was just having a little look around, promise. ‘
was that ( n. dobrev )? no, it’s just ( leda kane ). they are the ( 24 - 250+ ) year old ( vampire/witch ) hybrid. i heard they’re ( adamantine & fervid ) but also ( facetious & reticent ). rumor has it they’re loyal to ( no one ).
hi, guys !! my name is louise && i'm really excited to be a part of this group. below you’ll find some fun facts on my doppelganger child, leda kane !!
okay so leda was born roughly around the 1760s in america and so grew up in a time where much was different !! however, her family moved to england when she was younger && the majority of her mortal life was spent there. born a siphoner to a witch father and human mother --- her father was shocked at her ability to absorb magic but decided to cherish her strange power rather than condemn it. her elder sister was a normal witch, so he did not understand why leda wouldn’t be the same.
she was given a necklace, bracelet and anklet of magical origin to siphon from in times of need. he taught her everything about magic that he knew && hoped that one day it would benefit his obscure daughter. because of her strange siphoning abilities, leda never left home or married due to not particularly yearning for that life. instead, she took in all the knowledge she could, but one day when her family got in a disagreement with some local vampires, said vampires decided to pay them back by kidnapping && turning leda --- thinking she was an ordinary witch who would lose her connection to magic.
however, that was not the case && upon transitioning, felt the surge of power running through her veins in the form of magical blood. she was shocked at what she had become. it wasn't natural, but leda had always known that as a siphoner herself, it was unlikely that she was pure in nature. out of revenge, the newly turned hybrid used her magic && heightened senses to kill those that had harmed her.
heartbroken && wandering aimlessly, leda managed to return home only to find that her family had been murdered and she was turned so that she could live without magic and her own kin. despite their plan backfiring, it still ruined her to know that she would never see her mother, sister or father again && their loss was felt deeply by leda. unbeknownst to her, leda’s sister had an affair and illegitimate child in her time away from home, as she too never married, thus continuing the line.
over the years she has adapted to the times and slowly gotten through the loss of her family. personality wise, she's become quite the strong && intrepid type. leda loves traveling and feeling things deeply. she's charismatic and unbreakable as she is bound to nothing and no one. it isn't easy for her to open up but she'll hide behind the mask of a playful && laid back jester. her rage is a terrible problem, though --- and once thoroughly provoked she will not relent.
knows that she's a doppelganger purely from people walking up && asking her if she's katherine. leda went back and researched only to discover the existence of elena, too. she has no idea about amara or tatia, and definitely not silas’ doppelganger line. leda wasn't sure if she wanted to meet people who looked the exact same as her, but figured it would be quite the interesting experience && so made her way to new orleans after catching wind of their stay. knows about the notoriety of the petrova line && doesn't really want to get too entangled in the mess that comes from being a doppelganger, but what she does want is to have some fun in new orleans and let things take their course.