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War fashion for Heroinic Maids & Dames
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Teardrop pearl earings set in golden sunlight dangled from her lobed ears, swaying every so slightly above creamy white shoulders upon which fine sparkling filaments lay like gossamer whispers, curving down and across back and breast inbetween which lay more dazzling than all, more so than the sunset flame ruby band-wrapped around her golden-halo'd shine, a diamond of such perfection that it could both reflect the soul and be seen right through, into the couragous couer of the silk skirted wearer, the dame Nike.

Heroines play an important role on the Meadow of Glamour. Whilst more fragile than bands of Maidens, their presence cannot be ignored as these Glamourous paragons of beauty and action send their foes reeling back in awe and fear, unable to raise their weapons against them, wishing that they were just like them. To resist a Heroine, a Maid of equal quality must come forth from the opposing ranks and lay the challenge with a vain toss of her hair and biting remark on the other's choice of garment or accessory.

Whilst a Heroine is no easy mark by herself, easily capable of fluttering a damsel's beating heart with just a look, she can make herself even more striking with necklaces, earrings, tiaras and bracelets, flowers and makeup deepening mesmerising eyes, letting full lips pout and her cheeks to blush. Not to mention the myriad of fashion to choose to adorn her body of majesty. Below you will find an ever increasing choice of couture that Heroines of all races and factions can adorn themselves with.

Couture for the Glamourous Heroine

Heroines can adorn themselves with any of the Items below restricted by usual Army List points allowed to spend on Items and if they belong to one of the races in the Allowed column.

If a Heroine already has an Item classified as Makeup, she can acquire additional Makeup Items at -5 points each.

Couture

Description

Cost

Allowed

Pendant of Glamour

Worn hanging at the hollow of the throat or nestled between the Heroine's bosom the precious stone in the pendant or its unique craft draw the maidens' eye and they know a Heroine is before them. Increase the Heroine's GLAM by 1.

2

All

Jewelled Necklace

Loose about her neck the Heroine casually flicks back strands of silky hair to reveal the dazzling golden chains and diamonds held in the delicate links. Increase the Heroine's GLAM by 2. 

5

All

Tiara Nobile

Diamonds sparkle like stars in the warm daylight, waxing and waning as golden waves of hair feel the breeze run through them. Heroine must already have a GLAM of 3 to wear a Tiara Nobile. Increase the Heroine's GLAM by 1 and any Unit the Heroine joins gains Elite for as long as the Heroine is joined to the Unit.

5

All

Tiara Mana

Rainbow Opals vie with polished onyx and topaz, held in place by spiraling bands of silver and platinum. Placed tightly in the Magi's vibrant hair the Tiara glows with its own energy. The Magi can take an additional Spell.

2

All

Abigail's Choker

A simple black ribbon worn tightly around the neck in imitation of the mythical Heroine Abigail, the Choker increases the Heroine's GLAM by 1 and allows her to reroll 1 missed A per melee phase, but not in a Duel.

5

Hellenas, Aryidannan

Sun Scarf

A bright red or orange scarf worn in the free hair brings easy recognition of a Heroine seeking her Glamour on the Meadow. Meek Maidens let her pass by untouched, and steady hearted Heroines gravitate towards her. The Heroine may not be attacked by, nor attack ordinary Stands. Only other Heroines and Monsters may attack her.

10

All

Nike's Toga

As white as purity itself, the simple light shift drapes over the Heroine's majestic body like a transluscent skin yet hindering her not nor making her unchaste. Increase the Heroine's GLAM by 2. Reroll 1 successful attack against the Heroine, per shooting or melee phase. Spells are not affected by the Toga.

8

Hellenas, Aryidannan

Rose Pendant

A single large rose ruby, or a dozen smaller cuts hang down the Heroine's bare chest - a prize, and challenge, for any who dare Duel this confident Dame. A Heroine who does not accept a challenge from a Heroine wearing a Rose Pendant looses 2 GLAM instead of the usual 1 for losing a Duel.

2

All

Sapphire Earrings

Dangling from the left ear the Heroine announces her desire to win a prize for her beloved. This practice started as a means for Aryidannan damsels to regain the riches they had lost in the Exodus and the Tautha adopted the practice curious of the foreigners couture. The Heroine must accept Challenges to Duel and has her A increased by 1 for the Duel.

2

Tautha, Aryidannan

Silken Stockings

Beautiful yet strong, dazzling and desirable, rare heirlooms of the Tautha's colonist days, the pair of stockings so carefully drawn up long gracefull legs mark the Heroine of fine standing. Increase the GLAM of the Heroine by 2. Increase the D of the Heroine by 1. 

10 

Tautha 

Satin Stockings

Whilst not as rare or powerful as stockings wove of silk, the caress of Satin graces many a maid's long pair. As with many things, Bonvair maids have taken to the practice. Increase the GLAM of the Heroine by 1. Reroll 1 successful attack against the Heroine per shooting or melee phase.

5

Tautha, Bonvair

Net Stockings

Fine or coarse mesh winds up the Heroine's toned calf and thigh held fimly in place by a tight band. Facing such a terrifying yet alluring Heroine, maids clasp their weapons with clamy hands and their hearts beat frantically - not just from fear. Reduce any melee opponent's A by 1. Heroines dueling this Heroine have their GLAM reduced by 2. 

8

Sidhe, Unseelie 

High Heels

Lifting the her high above the heads of her followers, arching her back imperiously the Heroine clearly stands out, peerless. Increase the GLAM of the Heroine by 1 and reduce her M by 1.

1 

All 

Stilettos

Knife tips rest on the ground invisible to the enemies eyes, further distracted by the twirling ribbons about the Heroine's bare calves and ankles. Increase the A of the Heroine by 1 and reduce her M by 1.

3 

Sidhe, Unseelie 

Girdle of Fortitude

Bound tight about her waist the Heroine sets an example to her followers: there will be no retreat or surrender! Increase Heroine's D +0/+1. When the army loses 2/3 of its Units (and would be defeated), on a D6 roll of 5+ the Army does not break and continues fighting. One use per battle. 

5 

Hellenas, Aryidannan

Matron's Apron

The Meadow of Glamour is a maiden's business where young and impetuous hearts conflict against each other in search for Glamour and passion. Sometimes however there are times when those whose time has past return to the Meadow in search for earlier days. The Heroine increases her D+1 and reduces her GLAM by 2.

5 

All, except Unseelie and Fae Tautha 

Enticing Eyeshadow 

With a sideways glance or twinkle of her sparkling eye the Heroine can cause a damsel's heart to freeze in place or to explode into a pulsating frenzy. Increase the GLAM of the Heroine by 1. In melee Stands attacking the Heroine must roll 6's to hit regardless of the Heroine's D.
Makeup.

15 

All 

Scarlet Lips

Full lucious lips, glossed like the dew coated morning rose, curve serenly and affectionately and all around her no no fear. Increase the GLAM of the Heroine by 2. A Unit the Heroine joins becomes Fanatical and Stalwart for as long as she is joined to the Unit. If the Heroine is slain the Unit will automatically attack only the slayer regardless of how many Stands it is fighting. Then remove the Unit as destroyed as the maidens carry the Heroine's body away from the fighting for cleaning and burial.
Makeup

15 

All 

Bridgette's Bustier 

Made of supple leather and intricately carved with floral patterns the bustier is reverently tied around the fortunate young Heroine's chest. The sweet scent of it calms her nerves whilst offering firm support. Can only be given to a Heroine with an initial GLAM of 2 or less. Increase the GLAM of the Heroine by 1 and her D+0/+1

5 

  Hellenas, Aryidannan, Tautha

Laced Bra

Red, deep orange, the colour of fire and the Sun, the Heroine leads from the front of her damsels by example, thrusting herself into the tight ranks of the enemy deeply, unstoppable. The Heroine gains Rush as does any Unit she is attached to. Increase the GLAM of the Heroine by 1.

5 

All 

Warrioress Bra 

Serious minded is serious atired. Indifferent to the trinkets and baubles other Heroine's employ to affect the battle, the Heroine tightly and sensibly wraps her chest down and hones her weapons for conflict. Increase the Heroine's D+1. The Heroine gains Stalwart as does any Unit attached to her.

5 

All 

Miracle Bra 

As bright as the Sun or as deep as the Moon, maids gain strength and fortitude when they gaze on proud swell of their Heroine's bosom. Increase the Heroine's GLAM by 2. A Unit the Heroine is attached to is not destroyed unless it fails a D6 roll of 4+.

10 

All 

Shaping Bra 

Clearly seeking to over-awe her enemies the Heroine pushes her bosom into two mountains on either side of a deep clevage. Thus projected she is disdainful of her foe and a focal point for her allies. Increase the Heroine's GLAM by 2. The Heroine cannot refuse a Duel and any Heroines who refuse her lose 2 GLAM.

5

All