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Liora 'Lia' Navarro

Name: Liora "Lia" Navarro

Age: 27
Gender: Female
Species: Human (with latent psychic abilities)
Occupation: Detective & Psychic Investigator

Appearance:

Liora has a striking presence, standing at 5'6" with a slender yet toned build. Her hair is dark brown, with natural waves that cascade to her shoulders, often tied back into a loose ponytail when she's working. Her eyes are a deep, almost violet shade that seem to shimmer under certain lighting, a subtle hint of the psychic abilities she has yet to fully control. She has an angular face with sharp cheekbones and full lips, giving her an air of quiet elegance.
Liora's usual attire is smart yet practical—a fitted blazer over a simple top, paired with dark jeans and comfortable shoes for long hours of investigation. She's rarely seen without a small silver necklace that belonged to her grandmother, which serves as both a personal token and a grounding object when her psychic abilities start to overwhelm her.

Personality:

Liora is a thoughtful and empathetic individual, driven by a deep sense of justice. She's intelligent, methodical, and patient—qualities that make her an excellent investigator. However, her empathetic nature sometimes makes it difficult for her to detach emotionally from the cases she works on, often taking her work home and losing sleep over it.
While she is kind and often willing to help others, Liora is wary of people getting too close. Her psychic abilities are not just a gift but also a burden, and she's cautious about letting others in, fearing they might try to use her or exploit her talents. Despite her introverted tendencies, Liora has a dry sense of humor and can be unexpectedly playful when she feels safe around those she trusts.

Backstory:

Liora was raised by her grandmother in a small coastal town, after the tragic death of her parents when she was only five. Her grandmother, a well-respected local healer, suspected that Liora's psychic abilities were inherited from their family line—abilities that had been dormant for generations.
As a child, Liora began experiencing strange, vivid dreams and "flashes" of future events, but she couldn't make sense of them. It wasn't until her teenage years that she started to consciously tap into her abilities, learning to sense emotions and unravel the hidden truths behind people's words. Her grandmother taught her how to use her powers responsibly, though Liora struggled with controlling them, especially in moments of high stress or intense emotions.
At 18, after a traumatic event involving her abilities and the sudden disappearance of a close friend, Liora left her small town and moved to the city, hoping to find peace and a sense of purpose. She joined the police force as a detective, later becoming a freelance psychic investigator when she realized the limitations of conventional methods in solving the more bizarre or unexplained cases. She now specializes in cold cases and unsolved mysteries, using her psychic abilities to uncover secrets hidden in the past.

Powers/Abilities:

Precognition: Liora has the ability to glimpse the future in brief flashes, usually in the form of vivid dreams or brief moments of clairvoyance. These visions are often fragmented, and she must piece them together to understand the full picture. She's learning to control and interpret them more effectively but still struggles with clarity.

Empathy: Liora can sense and even "read" the emotions of others. This ability helps her in her investigations, as she can detect lies, unspoken truths, or deep-seated guilt. However, it can also be overwhelming, especially in crowded or emotionally charged environments, leading to occasional migraines or disorientation.

Psychometric Ability: Liora can touch objects and experience flashes of the object's history, such as the emotions or memories of people who have interacted with it. This ability helps her solve cases by uncovering hidden details that ordinary methods can't detect.

Telekinesis (latent): Although still underdeveloped, Liora occasionally experiences moments of telekinesis—usually in times of extreme stress or danger. She can manipulate small objects or push them away, but her control over this power is unreliable and dangerous, often resulting in unintended consequences.

Goals/Motivations:

Liora is driven by a desire to solve the cold cases and mysterious events that no one else can crack. She is particularly motivated by the unresolved disappearance of her childhood friend, an event that continues to haunt her and serves as a constant reminder of the risks of her powers. Liora believes that if she can uncover the truth behind her friend's disappearance, she'll be able to better understand the full scope of her abilities and finally find closure.
She is also deeply invested in protecting others from the dangerous misuse of psychic powers, especially as she becomes aware of underground organizations exploiting psychics for illegal purposes. Her motivations are rooted in a need for justice, healing, and understanding of her place in the world.

Weaknesses:

Emotional Overload: Liora's ability to sense and absorb the emotions of others can be overwhelming. In particularly tense or violent situations, she may become disoriented or even faint, unable to differentiate between her own emotions and those of the people around her.

Uncontrollable Powers: While Liora's precognition and empathy have become more reliable over time, her latent telekinesis is still unpredictable. When under stress, she may accidentally move objects or cause minor damage, which makes her wary of losing control in public or dangerous situations.

Fear of Abandonment: Having lost her parents at a young age, Liora has a deep fear of abandonment. This manifests as difficulty trusting others, and she often isolates herself to avoid emotional vulnerability. This fear can cloud her judgment when she is close to people she cares about, especially when their safety is at risk.

Quirks:

Liora keeps a journal where she writes down her thoughts, dreams, and experiences from each case she works on. It's not just a log of facts; it's a place where she processes the emotions she absorbs from others and attempts to make sense of her psychic visions. Her journal is filled with cryptic sketches, fragmented pieces of information, and strange symbols that only make sense to her. She often spends hours reflecting on it, trying to decode the meaning of her visions or connections between the cases. Her journal has become a personal sanctuary, and she believes that one day, it will hold the key to understanding the mysteries she's chasing.

A love for tea: Liora has a strong affinity for herbal teas, which help calm her nerves and center her mind. She carries around a small tin of loose-leaf tea in her bag at all times and is always on the lookout for unique or rare blends.

Quiet humming: When deep in thought or meditating to control her abilities, Liora has a habit of softly humming old songs or lullabies her grandmother used to sing to her, something that brings her peace during stressful moments.

Liora Navarro is a complex character whose psychic abilities make her both powerful and vulnerable. Her journey revolves around mastering her powers, uncovering the truth behind a mysterious disappearance, and navigating the challenges of being both a detective and someone who is constantly connected to the emotions of others.