Muse

Muse enjoys making people happy and bring harmony with her music. The Muse follows thoroughly the Celestian beliefs of freedom and identity by setting the trend of innovative fashion and unique musical flair. Their playing is amplified as it passes through the amp. The amplified melodies manifest as waves, moving magic and painting the world with color. Their music reverberates throughout the world, enthralling Celestians. Even the sacred beasts of nature are drawn to them and follow their lead. On the other hand, beings tainted by evil and malefic energy shun their bold and free music. Partly because of the colorful magic that pours from its powerful waves, but also for fear of being unwittingly drawn to its sincere heart. Many covet their talent, but they're unbound and free. And as always, they play the world in their own colorful way. These girls are always out in the world. The Celestians call them the Muses. Awakening as Idol: In Inae, a trading city on Jungchun of Celesti, also known as the City of Promise, preparations were underway for a performance. In Celesti, a world of floating islands, there were those who traveled from island to island, spreading their melodies. And among them, the most hailed and beloved of all, were the Idols. Today, in the center of the bustling trading city's main square, an Idol sought to spread the happiness she envisioned. Of the five races that called Celesti home, musicians were predominantly Noul. Born with the energy of water, Noul musicians' melodies flowed like water. The calm, quiet music of the Nouls was beloved by Celesti's upper echelons, and the music of the Muses was more popular among the common folk and travelers. The music of the Muses of Chori spread naturally, like a folk song circulating among the people. It was no wonder that the Muses came from the Choris, who were mainly travelers. Like the unrestrained wind, they understood Celesti's story best. "How are you feeling before the performance?" A Noul reporter approached her as she prepared to perform. Undaunted by the reporter's impeccable proportions and intelligent face, she smiled broadly. "I'm happy to bring my performance to more people!" At the sound of her confident voice, the reporter echoed back in a calmer tone. "You've beaten out the Noul performers to win this gig. Are you nervous?" Though she didn't have their flawless looks, she was bright and confident. She had a sparkle and confidence that made her shine that much brighter. "Nervous? Why would I be nervous when I'm surrounded by people who love and adore me?" Her bubbly response stunned the reporter for a moment. Leaving the reporter standing there dumbfounded, she walked out onto the stage with the spotlight shining down on her. "I'm more excited than nervous. Ho ho! I'll answer the rest of your questions with my performance!" The reporter couldn't help but smile as she smiled out of the corner of her eye. True to her name, the Idol seemed to thrive best in bright lights and cheering crowds. She stepped into the light, her backside glistening in the spotlight. Awakening as Icon: Whenever she moves, all eyes follow her. Some are jealous of her popularity, saying she was just a common traveler who wandered the islands and got lucky. Others fall in love with her melodies and hail her as a pioneer in Celesti that has become stuck in its racial traits. Whatever the case, I must admit that her music is filled with a sense of fullness and euphoria that is hard to define. It can only be understood by the listener. Enhanced by amplification, her melodies are more than just music; they're magic. There's a Celestian longing for freedom and harmony that embraces both humans and sacred beasts. It's not pretentious, and it's not overwhelming, but it's a melody you can't stop humming. Her melodies do not discriminate against any of the five races that have roots in Celesti. Noul, a race of cold water that is characterized by waves. Biori, a hard-bodied warrior race. Nadal, an earthy race that values harmony between nature and humans. Chori, a free-spirited race that is skilled in the use of wind and bows. Dongdol, a small-framed race that admires the sky. To all, her melodies are as natural and familiar as a warm spring breeze, unadorned and unobtrusive. Perhaps that's why she is loved, and what makes her impossible to hate. If you're a Celestian, you can't help but love and cherish her melodies. You'll focus on her smile and the message she conveys, and you'll dream with her. Music is an important enough commonality to bring people of different personalities and characteristics together, and I believe that the role of the Icon is at the core of this. I dare say that those who are jealous and disparaging of her have never heard her music. I encourage you to listen to her music at least once before you criticize her. For, I assure you, any creature who hears her play is bound to love her. I'm proud to say that she's an evangelist of hope, an icon, who paints a message of freedom among the many islands and many races here in Celesti. - Excerpted from an article published in Inae, the City of Promise, on Jungchun, Celesti​ Awakening as Neo: Muse: Child of the White Sea, listen to my story. Have you ever been to the Valley of the White Clouds? The lighthouse still shines there, guiding ships lost in the clouds. Have you heard of the Misty Plateau beyond the Black Grass Plains? That's where in your mother's lullaby a hermit star and white cloud rainbow flowers are. Have you met the sacred beasts of the Awakened Forest? They are kind and gentle, but sometimes, just like us, they get angry, feel sad, and cry. If you can get to know them, which is hard to do. Maybe, just maybe, you'll get invited to the Hermit Forest. Yeah, the place where rainbows always rise and sacred beasts sing. I know it's hard to believe, but it's all true. A green nest deep in the garden of heaven. The peaks of the Hermit Forest where spirits play. It's all true. It's okay if you don't believe it. When you grow up, you'll know it all. When you swim through the skies of the White Sea and reach the black hole of Jungchun, you'll know it naturally. So, don't hurry. As long as the melodies of the Choris are with you, you'll have nothing to fear, I promise. So, trust me and spread your wings. Dream on, angel of the white sea. - Music and lyrics by the Neo: Muse "The Muse never disappoints. Her song has the power to unite the hearts of the five races." - Narsha, Journalist "Her songs tell tales of legends from childhood, and her wit is unmistakable." - Hernian, Writer "It has the comfort of a mother's lullaby." - Rockshar, Critic "I thought she was only good at composing and playing, but she also has a knack for writing. She is a true artist." - Sendman, Artist