Red Wind
Overview
Real Name: Unknown
Red Wind is a Battalion Commander within the:
Hell Hosts
and one of the faction’s most respected frontline leaders.
Unlike many high-ranking officers, Red Wind has no memory of her life before joining the Hell Hosts.
She remembers only waking in a field hospital during a war, identified as a civilian caught in the middle of a conflict. With no known family, no records, and nowhere to return to, she eventually chose to remain with the soldiers who rescued her.
Over time, Red Wind rose through the ranks through sheer determination, natural leadership, and exceptional combat ability.
Despite her accomplishments, she continues to search for the truth of who she once was.
Appearance
Red Wind stands approximately:
5’7”
with a lean, athletic build.
Notable Features
- Dark red hair
- Single white streak in her hair
- Freckles
- Small scar across her nose
- Heterochromia
- Left Eye: Grey
- Right Eye: Pale Blue
- Burn mark on her left hand
The burn mark on her hand is rarely seen, as Red Wind almost always wears gloves.
Armor
Red Wind wears practical combat armor designed for frontline warfare rather than status or ceremony.
Her armor features:
- Reinforced tactical plating
- Heavy combat systems
- Command-grade communications
- Long black combat cape
Unlike the armor worn by:
Predator
or
Azure Gale
Red Wind’s armor feels functional rather than symbolic.
Many soldiers describe it as:
“The armor of someone who expects to fight beside you.”
Off-Duty Appearance
When alone or among trusted friends, Red Wind commonly wears:
- Black leggings
- Oversized dark grey hoodie
- Low-cut socks
- Large round reading glasses
In public civilian settings she typically wears:
- Dark red turtleneck
- Black cargo trousers
- Combat boots
- Soft gloves
Her hair is usually tied back in either a loose ponytail or messy bun.
Personality
Red Wind is:
- Quiet
- Thoughtful
- Compassionate
- Socially awkward
- Deeply loyal
Although she can confidently command thousands of soldiers in battle, she struggles in social situations and often feels uncomfortable being the center of attention.
She frequently worries that she is saying the wrong thing and often rehearses conversations in advance.
Emotional State
Despite being surrounded by people who care about her, Red Wind often feels like an outsider.
Part of this stems from her memory loss.
While everyone else possesses:
- childhood memories
- family histories
- personal identities
Red Wind possesses none.
She fears becoming isolated from others and worries that one day she may truly have nowhere she belongs.
Flaws
- Overthinks social situations
- Struggles to open up emotionally
- Places unrealistic expectations on herself
- Fears disappointing others
- Carries unresolved anxiety regarding her past
Memory Loss
Red Wind remembers absolutely nothing from before the day she awoke in a Hell Host field hospital.
No:
- Name
- Family
- Homeworld
- History
- Memories
Nothing.
Multiple investigations have failed to uncover her origins.
To this day, her true identity remains unknown.
Interestingly, Red Wind has refused to permanently rename herself.
She believes her real name still exists somewhere.
Until she discovers it, she continues using:
Red Wind
as both a title and identity.
Names
Red
Used by friends and fellow soldiers.
Captain
Commonly used by soldiers under her command.
Ash
Used by close friends.
The name refers not to destruction, but survival.
A reminder that even after everything she lost, something remained.
Starling
A deeply personal nickname used only by those she trusts most.
Very few people know it.
Combat Style
Red Wind specializes in:
- Frontline leadership
- Close-quarters combat
- Shock assaults
- Rapid battlefield adaptation
Unlike many commanders, she regularly fights alongside her troops.
Weapons
A12 Heavy Shotgun
Red Wind’s primary weapon.
A devastating close-range firearm favored for its reliability and stopping power.
Extending Combat Blade
A specialized weapon capable of shifting from combat knife to full-length sword.
This versatility allows Red Wind to adapt quickly between different combat situations.
Relationships
Destiny
Red Wind’s closest friend.
The two share an unusually strong bond due to their similar experiences with loss and identity.
Where Destiny struggles with losing herself through Ascension, Red Wind struggles with never knowing who she was to begin with.
The two understand each other in ways few others can.
Notably, Destiny chose:
18th December
as Red Wind’s birthday.
Although Red Wind appreciates the gesture, she secretly dreads the day each year due to the attention it brings.
Predator
Predator was one of the first people to recognize Red Wind’s potential.
Over the years he developed a protective attitude toward her, often treating her almost like a daughter.
Their relationship carries an unusual undertone.
Red Wind occasionally suspects Predator knows more about her past than he admits.
If he does, he has never revealed it.
Ranger
Although not especially close, Red Wind and Ranger maintain strong mutual respect.
Their personalities differ greatly, but they work well together when required.
Azure Gale
Red Wind rarely interacts with Azure Gale directly.
The two operate in very different social circles and possess almost opposite personalities.
Despite this, mutual respect exists between them.
Hobbies & Interests
Reading
One of Red Wind’s greatest passions.
She particularly enjoys:
- Adventure stories
- Travel journals
- Historical accounts
- Poetry
Stargazing
A favorite nighttime activity.
She often wonders if the stars might hold answers about her forgotten past.
Sketching
Red Wind carries a small notebook where she sketches:
- Landscapes
- Cities
- Battlefields
- Places that feel strangely familiar
She hopes one day something might trigger a memory.
Long Walks
Especially during:
- Rain
- Cold weather
- Quiet evenings
Habits
- Constantly adjusts her gloves when nervous
- Subconsciously identifies exits in every room
- Holds drinks long after they become cold
- Rehearses conversations before entering rooms
- Carries extra bandages, batteries, and water for others
Likes
- Rain
- Cold weather
- Small gatherings
- Jazz music
- Hot chocolate
- Feeling useful
- Helping people
- Quiet nights
Dislikes
- Being the center of attention
- Crowded events
- Letting others down
- Feeling isolated
- Being asked if she is okay
When asked that question, she often freezes because she genuinely does not know how to answer.
Fears
Being Forgotten
Red Wind’s greatest fear.
Having already lost her own past, she fears one day disappearing from the memories of others as well.
Isolation
She desperately wants connection, even if she struggles to maintain it.
The idea of becoming truly alone terrifies her.
Favorite Drinks
Tea
Her preferred choice during storms and rainy days.
Coffee
Consumed primarily when exhausted.
Usually black.
Hot Chocolate
Her favorite drink.
She refuses to admit this publicly.
Reputation
Within Hell Hosts
Red Wind is respected as:
- Dependable
- Compassionate
- Courageous
- Highly capable
Many soldiers trust her because she treats them like people rather than numbers.
Outside Hell Hosts
Enemy forces know Red Wind as a dangerous battlefield commander capable of turning hopeless situations into victories.
Few know the person behind the armor.
Trivia
- Red Wind was the first character ever created within the Hell Host Universe.
- She does not know her real birthday.
- Destiny chose 18th December as her official birthday.
- She owns several sketchbooks filled with locations she hopes to remember.
- She gets teased relentlessly for how large her reading glasses are.
- She secretly loves hot chocolate.
Quotes
“I remember waking up in war. Everything else is just wind.”
“Maybe my past matters. Maybe it doesn’t. Either way, I still have tomorrow.”
“The wind doesn’t carry memories. Only ashes.”