{ Sometimes I like to pretend this character in Tempest is straight-up Gadell, who arrived in my head years ago thanks to JRM’s portrayal of Steerpike in Gormenghast. Look at that magic. }

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{ Sometimes I like to pretend this character in Tempest is straight-up Gadell, who arrived in my head years ago thanks to JRM’s portrayal of Steerpike in Gormenghast. Look at that magic. }
-- Fate of the Jedi: Apocalypse
My lineage is tainted by generations of bloodthirsty, power-hungry tyrants. I am not proud that I was born to the royal family of Hapes," she spat. "I do not wish my friends to know that I am heir to the throne, because I have done nothing to earn it, choose it, or deserve it." Luke's face was thoughtful. "Jacen and Jaina would understand that. Their mother is one of the most powerful women in the galaxy." Tenel Ka shook her head violently. "Before I tell them, I must prove to myself that I am not like my ancestors. I choose to take pride only in what I accomplish, first through my own strength, and then through the Force -- never through inherited political power. My parents are very proud that I have decided to become a Jedi." "I understand," Luke said. "You've chosen a difficult path." He smiled at her warmly. "It is a good start for a Jedi.
Young Jedi Knights: Shadow Academy by Kevin J. Anderson & Rebecca Moesta
{ ayyyyyyyyy kyp durron can u not
My cackles re: this multiply every time I read it. @sexyroguejedi can we please have threads full of this kind of horrible magic one day. }