Opera

Personal Info

A member of the exploration organization Free School, Miss Opera is prim and proper, rarely seen smiling. She possesses exceptional combat skills and extensive experience.
She maintains an avid interest in all manner of strange tales and legends, which has kept her actively exploring various regions of the Abyss.
However, those who know her understand that what she truly seeks isn't the stories themselves, but rather the hidden truths about the Abyss that lie beneath.
To that end, she's even been known to disregard danger, venturing alone into perilous areas at risk of her own life.

Chronicles

Ah, Miss Opera? I've teamed up with her a few times.
She's competent. Meticulous, too. Always refines our plans before missions, which saved our skins more than once.
But... well, she's hard to get close to. Polite when you chat, sure, but it's not something you'd expect between friends. More like... social courtesy?
Yeah, exactly! That stiff, small talk you'd make with strangers at banquets.
— An Explorer

My little sister worked herself to the bone growing up to master commerce.
She wanted to catch up to me, so she could contribute to the family business. Yet in the end, they still chose me...
She thought we never saw her efforts. It broke her heart for years.
But of course, we noticed. The trade world demands more than skill; it's a web of connections and calculated smiles.
Perhaps she's found her true calling now. Hehe, to chase dreams freely... Isn't that what most can only envy?
— Sister Who Wishes to Remain Anonymous

Opera's diligence puts most to shame. Without her, Free School would've missed volumes of Abyss intel.
Such meticulousness stems from her relentless self-discipline, but that is precisely what makes her unapproachable.
Yet here's the truth: she listens. Don't overthink her replies; speak your mind plainly. If she truly disliked you, all you would get was silence.
— ??? from Free School

Record

These secret-hunting experiences have granted Miss Opera tremendous practical knowledge. Before every major operation, team members consult her to review their plans.
Whenever she identifies potential risks, she gives them careful thought before raising questions with her proposed modifications attached. Thanks to her, the team has avoided numerous disasters.
However, as Miss Opera's talent for advisement became apparent, certain members began essentially outsourcing all their planning work to her. And rather than telling them off, Miss Opera actually accepted all of it!
Is this really the same woman known for being difficult and unapproachable?
Moreover, after spending more time with the team, while Miss Opera maintains her characteristic mannerisms, she's clearly become more talkative.
She particularly enjoys sharing her insights when discussions turn to Abyss rumors or commercial matters.
Perhaps she was never unfriendly. Just someone who struggles to express her thoughts openly and finds it difficult to interact with those she doesn't know well.

Anecdote

Miss Opera maintains meticulous personal schedules. Every night before sleep, she carefully plans the next day's activities.
Once set, these plans are executed with military precision. Not a single minute is wasted.
Even when delayed by rumor investigation, or when unexpected commissions and emergencies arise,
She swiftly handles them before catching up on all scheduled tasks and never rests until everything is dealt with.

"With no downtime, are you really holding up, Miss Opera?"
Team members grew worried that her extreme self-discipline might backfire and damage her well-being.
Opera appreciated everyone's concern while explaining her reasons:

"Father was strict with my sister and me since childhood. Time means money and a good merchant will always get what they pay for. So, any activities besides training are unnegotiable."
"So from that time onward, we learned how to make plans that maximize efficiency while studying everything about commerce."
"Well... in the end they only chose my sister..."
"Yet this very rejection gave me freedom to choose my own path."
"When I decided to become an Explorer, I was already older than most beginners. To catch up, I had no time to spare."
"After all these years, this rhythm has become second nature. Without a plan, I would be lost..."

"Now then, no more chatting. Time for today's training. Thank you again for your concern."
"Miss Opera, let me join you! Having a sparring partner boosts your efficiency, so the training can finish sooner!"
"Count me in! After training, tell us more stories about a well-off life!"