Flitza's genetic afflictions had always held back the paladin. She struggled where others passed with ease, and despite her best efforts, she could never overshadow a warrior or even an adventurer from another kingdom. Her burning horns and hair were fine for intimidation, and her wings gave the impression that she could fly, but in the end, all of it was no more than a mirage. A vestige of what could've been had she not been both a harpy, a copper dragon, and somewhere along the line, a touch of human.
Her dragon-embossed shield, her flaming sword, all worked well to enchant her intimidation factor, but in a fight against a real threat, she would surely lose unless help was willing and waiting right beside her.
