*Piece I've had sitting as a WIP in my folder for nearly two years now. Knew it was going to be a challenge when I started, but came together easier now that I'm used to taking on bigger artwork.

The Helix twins were raised by their father's brotherhood of mercenaries after he did not survive an assignment and their paramour mother gave them up. They grew up protected and Kalen took pride in being expected to fill the shoes of his father; for Kalmia, the mercenary life was what she wanted despite male assertions.

They found a surrogate in Rema Merloci, currently a wandering swordswoman training under those skilled with a blade. She joined the band for a time after proving herself and taught Kalmia what she knew of swordplay. Even joining her on her travels for a year, the twins grew into their comical rivalry, but took heed to Rema's instruction and those she learned from. Eventually they parted ways and the twins rejoined the mercenary brigade to one day jointly take charge of it.

Earning somewhat of a reputation in Rayne and notoriety in their home country of Neufraust, the Helixes relocated to Isalme, to which they claimed was for a fresh start while everyone knew it was to be closer to their role-model.