Alana Devar/Personal History
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The Early Years
Alana Devar was born in Mestara, Betazed, just outside the Janaran Falls to Betazed Ambassador, Devyn Devar of the 13th House of Peace and Protection, and Arianna Sarrin-Devar, a highly renown Geologist. She was the middle child; Arista, being the eldest, was five years older than Alana. Galwyn, her brother and the youngest of the three, was only one year younger.
Her childhood and adolescent history is a bit vague, but records do report that she was born with telepathy. As most Betazoid's develop this in adolescence, she went through intense Vulcan/Betazoid meditative and controlling techniques. This strengthened a young Alana's mind, thus allowing her to not go mad with mental noise. Through these lessons she learned the Vulcan mind meld (imperative for her treatments). She learned how to control her gift, much to her parent's surprise and delight. It was apparent that her telepathic prowess was exceedingly exceptional.
It was the age of 15 that her and her family supposedly arrived on Vulcan for diplomatic matters, upon the recommendation of the Devar family friend, Tarin (who would later become Alana's mentor). Alana immediately fell in love with Vulcan, deciding to reside there after her family left. Of course this was frowned upon, but her wishes were granted. She was enrolled in the Vulcan Science Academy, for all her preliminary studies on Betazed were finished. Alana was a bright young girl, with aspirations of expanding her knowledge the best she could.
It was there it was said she met a young Vulcan male by the name of Savek (who was undoubtedly Tarin's youngest son). Apparently, there was some history between the two. Although she's never confirmed any of the happenings vocally to anyone (other than Horne Makra before he departed for Qo'nos), it was said that the two bonded, upon the grace and encouragement of both Vulcan and Betazoid families. It was also about this time that her family was off near the Neutral Zone for diplomatic affairs with the Romulans (Alana was 16/17 at the time); needless to say, her parents and siblings were killed, along with a few ships in the massacre. Sufficient evidence was found in confirming the death of both parents and sister Arista. However, no such evidence was found in Galwyn's case; but, given the circumstances, officials deemed his fate as deceased. The news was unsettling, leaving a defenseless and emotional Alana in it's wake - she even learned the nerve pinch with ill matters in mind, but finally overcame the sadness with Tarin's help.
Though she rarely speaks about that, or any other part of her personal life, it has been said that she was never really into science. Savek gave her inspiration upon her entry. When word spread of her family's death, she grew closer to the Vulcans who took her little analytical mind in. Ultimately, even through promises, Savek (who became her genetic bondmate) ended the relationship with Devar when she was 17. With child at the time, he graduated the Science Academy in pursuit of Starfleet for more logical things; he felt unsatisfactory in his bondage to a Betazoid female, and did not feel the connection as strong as it should be. This tore Alana up (who eventually miscarried due to grief and medical ailments); she turned completely cold and calculating, dedicating her life to the sciences and finding a hidden love and gift for it. She graduated at the top 15% of her class with honors.
Entering Starfleet Academy
After her graduation from the Vulcan Science Academy, at the age of 19, she thought to go to Starfleet herself to make a difference...to sedate a love of traveling she's always had, and to become an official Federation Officer. She breezed through the science and counseling/psychology courses, but was poor in the Engineering department. It was where she had the assistance of her friend, Makal Kora. She had a bit of trouble, socially, in the Academy... being shy around crowds, she found herself attracted to her other friend, Horne Makra. However, she found personal affairs to be frivolous and decided to not pursue intimate affairs.
Starfleet Years
- 238008.01 Upon the mission concerning her disappearance to the Mirror Universe, Alana was confronted with many personal revelations: including the very facts of her family's death and whereabouts, and finding her father's dubious mirror as well as her own. This crackled something within her. She secretly went to Vulcan to purge her aching emotions... The change inside the tortured Betazoid only began.
- 2381 After coming to terms about many things in her life, Alana retreated back into the arms of her people's Goddess to seek salvation and hope. With counselor Rea, she was able to put some balance to both her Vulcan teachings and Betazoid passion.
- 238110.01 Finds out she is pregnant by her best friend's (Cmr. Idril Mar) twin brother, Halla Culemerwin.
- 238207.03 Gives birth to her son, Keiran, on Deep Space 17.
- 2384 Leaves her post on the USS Independence to be with her family on Betazed. She has seen what kind of strain Starfleet life causes to a family, and decides this move is the best for her and her relationship with those she holds dear. Attends her cousin, Sumein's, elaborate wedding ceremony. Alana is then crowned the Head of the 13th House. Discovers information about her siblings.
- 238501 Gives birth to her daughter, Aelia, on Betazed. This will be her second child.
Family
Family History
Alana comes from a long line of Betazoid royal bloods, dating back generations upon generations. Her affairs with Starfleet help get the house's name out to the stars and other cultures. After Sumein's marriage to Satya, she has received all her house's powers and fortune. The fact was announced to her in late 2382 and was bittersweet; the ceremony took place in 2384. She took on the responsibilties to restore her House's credibility. Her title, following an elaborate Betazoid ceremony after her acceptance, has become Alana, The Divine Lady of Peace and Protection of the House Devar.
Father
Devyn Devar, Ambassador of Betazed (Deceased)
Mother
Arianna Sarrin-Devar (Deceased)
Siblings
Galwyn "Gal Teyr" Devar, Arista Devar (deceased) and half sister, Carmen Rogers (half sister)
Spouse/Significant Other
Children
Keiran Culemerwin Devar (Son) Born in 2382
Aelia Culemerwin Devar (Daughter) Born in 2385
Other
Raina Devar (Aunt)
Sumein Devar-Ailyn (Cousin)
Love Life
See psychological profile for information on how these relationships have impacted her mentally.
Savek
Relationship lasting 2372-2373
This Vulcan was Alana's genetic bondmate, given upon the grace and encouragement of both Vulcan and Betazoid families. Her dedication, devotion and near marriage to him came in her later teen years, near the time her family headed towards the Neutral Zone for diplomatic affairs that ended tragically. Shortly after, Savek ended the relationship with Devar. Alana was with child at the time. Savek graduated the Science Academy in pursuit of Starfleet for more logical things; he felt unsatisfactory in his bondage to a Betazoid female. A grieving Alana would later miscarry due to profound sadness and medical ailments.
Savek is now married with children by a Vulcan woman named T'Panu. Savek is Tarin's (Alana's Mentor and Teacher) son.
Although they parted not on the best of terms, Alana never mentions Savek. The only individual that knows, beyond Tarin, would be Horne Makra. It is not a subject she cares to discuss.
Horne Dar Makra
Relationship lasting 2379-2381
Makra (a Bajoran and Klingon hybrid) and Alana met in the Academy during their first year. Even though they both had trouble adjusting socially, they found friendship in one another and another classmate, Makal Kora. Shortly after being posted to the same ship, Alana and Makra's relationship gradually became a more romantic one and was professed as such during their trip together on Bajor.
They shared numerous passionate encounters that was a lot more than just physical: but love for Alana. She had held an attraction for him for several years, but would not admit it fearing the incident with Savek might repeat itself. Enduring many trials (ie: Serpentai Mission, his family's death, her state of mind, et cetera), and after the wedding engagement of the two, Makra left to find a peace in himself at Qo'nos.
Having just confronted the testimonies of the true whereabouts and death of her family, Alana recoiled and slumped back into Vulcan mode where she ignored any connection with him. As time passed, Alana noted the error of her ways and sought help with Counselor T'Anya Rea, who was able to assist in melding both sides of Alana together into one. For a time she felt lost from him, and for a time he returned to her though their reunion was short lived. Having told him that she was to be his First Officer upon the transference of the Wallace, the two grew further apart. She used the term Imzadi in reference to Horne Makra, as he was the first to accept who she was and took her in full body and spirit.
Their relationship has since simmered down, with both individuals moving on with their lives, but he will always hold a special place in her heart for her first actual love.
Jalek Trollin
Relationship encounter in 2381
The relationship with Jalek is more or less a bond based on trust, understanding and friendship. It started with Alana wanting to help Jalek in understanding his gifts of empathy. In their discovery and longing for acceptance in many avenues of life, the two had one night together. Alana was confused and still riddled with heartache after the departure of Horne Makra and Jalek had his issues to deal with as well. They were there for each other for that one night. Jalek and Alana still remain friends, but nothing more than that.
Daydan Taboo
Relationship encounter in 2381
The two have a love/hate relationship that feeds off of rivalry in scientific studies. Although Alana has never pursued Daydan romantically, their heated bouts often resembled a type of Betazoid flirting. Despite her reservations, Alana respects Daydan and, even if she denies it, is attracted to him.
Halla Culemerwin
Relationship lasting 2381-Present
Alana met this mysterious, handsome Trill during a trip to Betazed in 2381. They shared hearty conversations, dinner and walk under the blanket of stars. It was revealed later in the year, during a trip to Trill where she participated in her best friend’s Zhian'tara, that the man was the slightly older twin brother of Idril Mar. After getting past the initial shock and coincidence, Halla and Alana gave in to their mutual attraction.
He is the father of Alana's child, Keiran, which was the product of that spur of the moment tryst. Halla, known as a notorious playboy, was an instrumental figure and mainstay for her and the child. This changed Alana’s preconceived notions of men, which slowly turned her opinions around (see Psychological Profile for more information).
The pair moved in together, creating a married-type life after working out their relationship's kinks. It was a somewhat hard road for them at first, but, over time, they grew on each other. A daughter would follow years later, proving the relationship more than an affair but love for both. A commitment ceremony will be held on the Estates of the 13th House. Even though no date has been set, she is serious enough to carry his surname.