Interview with Cyarra Weedin from Trials for the Princess Ryanne

I: Today we are joined by Cyarra from Trials for the Princess Ryanne. Thank you for joining me.

C: Thank you so much for having me.

I: If it’s alright, we’re going to jump right in here. What is your full name, and do you have any nicknames?

C: My full name is Cyarra Weedin. I don’t really have any nicknames.

I: Alright. Where and when were you born? And how old would that make you today?

C: Um, just before the first snowfall in a small village I’m not even sure has a name. That was about seventeen winters ago now.

I: Alright, who are your parents?

C: Farmers I think. When I started showing signs of magic they got scared and left me on the steps of a magical monastery. I think I was about four or so. I don’t really remember them that much.

I: Oh, I’m sorry.

C: It’s alright, don’t worry about it. Let’s continue.

I: Alright. Do you have any siblings?

C: Um, I think I had an older brother but I’m not sure. A lot of my early memories are a blur.

I: Are you left or right handed?

C: Left. I’ve been told most magic users are left handed. The few that aren’t are able to use both hands interchangeably.

I: What are your hair and eye colour?

C: I have black hair and green eyes.

I: And how tall are you?

C: Um, I think I’m about five and a half feet. I’m pretty average for a girl.

I: It must be a little awkward hanging out with girls on such opposite ends of height and being in the middle.

C: Not really. I don’t really notice too much of a difference between Nydia and myself. And I like being around Blair and Sloan. Their heights make me feel protected.

I: Well that’s good. Um, how much schooling have you had and did you enjoy school?

C: I’ve had quite a bit of schooling. I started the moment I got to the monastery. I needed to learn how to control my magic, lest I destroy everything. But I didn’t enjoy it. The place I was at didn’t have much if any funding and just taught the bare basics of controlling your abilities. Any attempts to experiment and learn more on my own was snubbed out and punished. I hated it.

I: I’m very sorry to hear that. Where did you learn most of your skills and other abilities?

C: Um, I actually learned a lot of controlling my magic and some new spells from being on the road with Sloan and them.

I: What did you want to be when you grew up?

C: I’ve always wanted to be a skilled sorceress. I still want to be that.

I: When and where were you the happiest?

C: When I was first able to control my magic. I felt this rush of pride and accomplishment. It honestly felt like I was on a cloud. I really want to keep that feeling. I’ve felt it the most when I was on the quest with my friends.

I: We’ve talked a lot about your friends. Would you mind telling me about them?

C: Oh, sure. Well, there’s Sloan. She’s wonderful, brave, kind. She’s really supportive and sweet. She’ll be the first one to put her life on the line to protect us. It can get a little infuriating at times, but her heart’s in the right place. Then there’s Nydia. She’s really funny and sweet. She’s always poking fun with Blair. The two of them together make me laugh so much. Blair’s amazing too. She’s an amazing cook and an even better tracker. She’s so smart too! I love those girls. They’re like a family to me. I always feel loved by them and accepted. We’re all just a bunch of misfits who found one another after all.

I: That’s so sweet. When and with whom did you have your first kiss?

C: *face turns red* Um, I haven’t.

I: Alright, we’ll move right along. What’s your favourite colour?

C: I like black.

I: And your favourite food?

C: Garlic and herb buns…

I: In your opinion, what’s the evilest thing any human could do?

C: Kill in cold blood.

I: Do you believe in the existence of soul mates and or true love?

C: I believe there’s someone out there for everyone.

I: Who or what would you die or go to otherwise extremes for?

C: My friends.

I: Which person do you wish you were closest to?

C: I feel like I’m pretty close with all the girls. I guess if there’s someone I wish I was closer too I’d have to say, Nydia.

I: Who is the person you respect the most and why?

C: Sloan. She has this way of wrangling in people with her aura. She’s so brave and can find a way out of everything. But she’s not full of herself. If she doesn’t know something she’ll look to others who are better qualified.

I: That’s sweet. How do you deal with pain? Both physical and emotional?

C: I’m not all that great with pain. I tend to break down and cry.

I: What is your greatest strength and weakness?

C: Um, I feel like I’m too emotional. Um, I’m not sure what a strength would be. Yeah, I’m not sure.

I: That’s alright. We can just move on.

C: Thanks.

I: If you could choose, how would you want to die?

C: In my sleep would be nice. I don’t want to feel it.

I: Understandable. What is one thing you’d most like to be remembered for after you die?

C: Um, I’d really like to be remembered as a great sorceress. That’s been my goal for a long time. Maybe it’ll be because of my advances in Magic. Or great strides in making magical education affordable for everyone. Something like that.

I: That’s very sweet. I don’t have any more questions for you, but is there anything you’d like to add before we end?

C: Um, I hope you enjoy our story when it comes out.

I: Excellent. Thank you for joining us.

C: Thank you so much for having me.