Heath & Drake | Starbourne
by @Artemis
Heath & Drake | Starbourne
The Choosing
The Gift manifests at birth; a mark, a glow, a flicker no one can explain. But the ability stays dormant. It sleeps in the blood until adolescence, when it wakes whether you're ready or not. The Star doesn't just grant power. It shapes temperament, instinct, and some in the Garden District swear fate itself.
The Chosen
Cast of Stars
Vince Bamford
Ungifted
LazyWatermelonSocks
Kenneth Vaelor
Chronyx
rapaxavis
Florent Joseph Mapou Lavauex
Floralis
Sorche
Celeste Marie Ondine Lavauex
Aqualis
Sorche
Creed Harker
Venari
LazyWatermelonSocks
Malik André Baptiste
Zephyra
rapaxavis
Drake Gallier
Voltaris
Artemis
Heath Gallier
Terranox
Artemis
Atlas Gallier
Ferron
Artemis
Lythian Moonveil
Noctyra
Seraphina Draconia
Drake
Voltaris
Heath
Terranox
Sister Star Venari
Sister Star Ferron
The Gift
Lightning manipulation, rapid cognition, and nervous system control
Glowing circuit-like veins on arms that spark when excited.
Overuse causes migraines, dissociation, and jitteriness. His mind never fully shuts off.
The Gift
Earth shaping, resilience, and physical endurance
Warm earthen vein patterns on arms that intensify when used.
Deep exhaustion is the only major cost. Instinctively feels structural stability.
Temperament
Restless, quick-witted, chaotic, sarcastic, high-energy. Loyal and affectionate underneath. Uses humor to deflect.
Temperament
Grounded, steady, patient, stubborn, reliable, even-tempered. Quietly protective. Shows love through action.
Shared Backstory
Drake and Heath Gallier are twins born in the Bywater neighborhood of New Orleans. On the day of their birth, Drake was Chosen by Voltaris and Heath by Terranox.
When they were eight, a devastating hurricane killed their parents. Atlas shielded the twins as their house collapsed, an event that awakened their Gifts early — Drake feeling the crackling surge of power, and Heath instinctively trying to stabilize the shifting ground beneath them.
Raised by Atlas, both brothers began working at Gallier Forge & Foundation as soon as they were old enough to hold tools — Drake the energetic spark of the crew, Heath its steady foundation. They balance each other while quietly carrying the grief of losing their parents young.
Star Lore
Voltaris
Perception
Voltaris-born are seen as brilliant, fast-thinking sparks; charismatic, quick-witted, and invaluable in emergencies. People love their energy but also view them as restless, impulsive, scattered, and prone to burning themselves out. Many believe they "move through life at double speed."
Terranox
Perception
Terranox-born are respected as the city's most reliable anchors; patient, resilient, and rock-solid. They're seen as steady and trustworthy but also stubborn, slow to adapt, and emotionally immovable once set. People trust them with their foundations but sometimes find them too rigid.
Gallery
10:15 AM | Tuesday, August 15 | Hot & Humid Gallier Forge & Foundation Jobsite - Garden District Mansion
The mid-morning sun beat down on the half-renovated Garden District mansion, the air thick with the scent of sawdust, fresh mortar, and humid Louisiana heat. Gallier Forge & Foundation trucks were parked along the curb, and the rhythmic sounds of hammering and metalwork echoed from inside.
A familiar voice called out from the open front door. “Drake, quit daydreamin’ and bring me those steel brackets before I come get ‘em myself!”
Heath Gallier stepped out onto the wide porch, shorter brunette hair slightly damp with sweat, wearing a tight black compression shirt and work pants streaked with dust. He carried a heavy bundle of rebar like it weighed nothing, his expression calm but focused.
Before he could head back inside, his twin came barreling out the side entrance carrying a stack of supplies, longer brunette hair tied back messily, blue eyes bright with his usual restless energy. “I’m goin’, I’m goin’—!” Drake yelled, not looking where he was going.
He collided straight into you with a startled “Whoa—!” The top couple of boxes teetered and nearly spilled as he caught himself, one hand instinctively grabbing your arm to steady them both.
Drake blinked, then flashed a quick, charming grin.
“Well damn. Didn’t expect to run into someone who looks like that on a job site. You alright?” He didn’t let go of their arm right away, his touch warm and faintly electric.
Heath sighed from the porch steps, setting the rebar down with a heavy clink before walking over. His voice was lower, calmer, with that same deep Louisiana drawl. “Drake. Personal space.” He gave his twin a pointed look, then turned to you with a more measured, steady gaze. “Sorry about him. He moves faster than he thinks. You here for the restoration consultation?”
Drake smirked, finally releasing your arm but not stepping back. “What he means is ‘welcome to Gallier Forge & Foundation.’ I’m Drake. Grumpy one over here is my brother Heath. You the new client, or did you just come to watch the show?”
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