🥂 𝐀𝐒𝐓𝐎𝐑𝐈𝐀 '𝐓𝐎𝐑𝐈' 𝐆𝐑𝐄𝐄𝐍𝐆𝐑𝐀𝐒𝐒. 🥂
𝐒𝐓𝐀𝐓𝐒:
Birthday: December 19th
Age: 26
Sign: Sagitarrius
MBTI: ENFJ
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𝐄𝐗𝐓𝐑𝐀𝐒:
Parfum: Gorgeous Gardenia by Gucci Flora (notes of white gardenia, vanilla, patchouli, caramel, jasmine, pear, brown sugar; reminiscent of smelling effortless under the cool autumn wind)
Tattoos: None
Piercings: 3 lobe piercings on both ears and 1 cartilage on the left ear.
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𝐁𝐀𝐂𝐊𝐆𝐑𝐎𝐔𝐍𝐃:
Upbringing:
Astoria Greengrass, the youngest of two daughters in a prolific pureblood family, had a childhood that was a blend of tradition and divergence from the norm. While pureblood families typically adhered to strict blood purity ideals and were discriminatory towards non-purebloods, the Greengrass family were known for their amicable and somewhat open-minded attitude, willing to engage with others in the wizarding community, even if they were not of pureblood descent.
One of the most influential relationships in Astoria's life was her bond with her older sister, Daphne. They were close in age and had spent their formative years together, developing a deep and genuine connection. Despite their shared upbringing and the love they had for each other, their relationship became strained over time. The root of this strain lay in the differing views they held about life, purity, and the wizarding world.
During Hogwarts:
Unlike the rest of her family, Astoria was sorted into Ravenclaw house, confirming her internal struggle for belonging within her family circle. Fortunately, it also allowed her to attain a deep sense of belonging and self-confidence being apart from traditional norms and expectations. This newfound self-assurance allowed her to embrace her unique identity.
Astoria’s vivacious personality and outgoing nature made her a social butterfly among her fellow students. Regardless of the academic season or even during holidays, she would host parties and events that quickly became the stuff of legends. Her gatherings were known for their grandeur, creativity, and ability to bring people from all houses and backgrounds together. Her parties and events gained such notoriety that she earned the nickname "the social queen bee" among her peers. Her soirées made headlines in the Daily Prophet, and they became sought-after invitations for students who wished to boost their social status and gain exposure within the wizarding community.
Events from the War:
Astoria’s family decided not to participate in the war, specifically in the events of the final battle at Hogwarts. Seeking refuge with relatives in France, they distanced themselves from the turmoil that had gripped England, particularly after the Dark Lord's triumph in killing Harry Potter. The Greengrass family, with Astoria's father as a notable figure in the Ministry of Magic, had been cautious not to take sides overtly, and their retreat to France was an extension of that strategy.
As a pureblood family with a long history and established connections, the Greengrass family managed to preserve their neutrality amidst the escalating conflict. Astoria, with her blood status, enjoyed the privilege of not being forced to choose a side, and her popularity within the wizarding world added to her influence. While many others were forced to pick a side, she remained an enigmatic figure who had not taken a clear stance in the ongoing war.
Intriguingly, Astoria continued to host her extravagant parties, where notable figures from the Ministry and, in some cases, even Death Eaters would attend. Her soirées were shrouded in secrecy and speculation, giving rise to countless rumours. Some believed that her gatherings were orchestrated to aid in prolonging the Dark Lord's reign. Others insisted that she was secretly working with the Order of the Phoenix to undermine the Dark Lord's rule.
The truth of Astoria's activities remained elusive, hidden behind a veil of ambiguity. Her motives and allegiances were subjects of ongoing debate and speculation in the wizarding world. Those who attended her parties spoke of coded conversations, secretive glances, and rumours of unexpected alliances, further fueling the mystery surrounding her role in the present time.
