Warrior time! I was planning to make this my Endwalker glam, because I was planning to play it primarily as a Warrior, but then I succumbed to the allure of Big Confiteor and kept playing Paladin as usual. :P Ah well. I still enjoy any excuse I can to wear this top.
Head: Republican Hoplomachus's Headgear (Charcoal Grey)
Body: Voeburtite Jacket of Fending
Hands: Republican Hoplomachus's Manicae (Charcoal Grey)
Legs: Deepshadow Breeches of Fending
Feet: Gaganaskin Leg Guards of Fending (Wine Red)
Weapon: High Allagan Battleaxe
I just wanted to say that the way you do text on your graphics is so creative and pleasing, and has always inspired me, and pushed me to experiment and step outside my comfort zones with text as well 💚
AHHH, thank you so much?? Typography is that one skill that I'm always trying to perfect and honestly tend to feel like I am lacking in - so affirmation to the opposite always makes me really happy. 😭 I love experimenting with what it can do and so many of my projects have honestly be happy little accidents!
Name: Ahru Hiraeth
Nicknames: Not a lot of nicknames actually, occasionally "Ru"
Age: Early-Mid Thirties
Nameday: 21st Sun of the 4th Astral Moon
Race: Seeker/Keeper
Gender: Female
Orientation: Bisexual / Biromantic
Profession: Adventurer, Warrior of Light
— P H Y S I C A L A S P E C T S
Hair: Naturally blond, light corruption left it bleached white.
Eyes: Blue with a gold ring around the pupils
Skin: Pale with warm undertones, tans easily
Tattoos/scars: No tattoos, but many superficial scars and several less. A thin scar on the side of her face from sahagins when she was child. An 'overlapped' scar from Zenos and Elidibus across the chest. Lichtenberg scars along her left arm, old burns down her right leg, hip-to-knee.
— F A M I L Y
Parents: Both living. Ahnia Hiraeth, mir'amna ('mother') of the Hiraeth. X'rehn Tia, ex-Garlean assassin.
Siblings: Nia'to Hiraeth (twin brother), Fianah Hiraeth (younger half-sister)
Grandparents: Amazingly I haven't thought about them too much.
In-laws and Other: X'rhun Tia (uncle), X'yehnia Rehl (cousin), X'vehl Tia (cousin, retainer)
Pets: Arrow (chocobo), Grani (…Grani), Caesar (wolf 'pup'), Mochi (fat cat - King of the Rising Stones), Ardbert (black hayate - lives with Ryne and Gaia now), Baby (baby opo opo - not a pet this is her son)
— S K I L L S
Abilities: BRD/RDM main, MNK is always one broken weapon away from showing you why it's a bad idea to disarm her. Omniclasses p much everything but is worst at SMN/SCH. Her music weaves aether in such a way that it enhances her magical abilities, so even when utilizing her healing or destructive magics, she often weaves her bardwork into it.
Hobbies: Traveling, making music, journaling, reading (in the past study of the Void has been her speciality and passion - but she's always had a soft spot for epics, romances, and such), knitting, cooking.
— T R A I T S
Most Positive Trait: She's got way more love to give than you might expect, she just sometimes has a hard time showing it. Open-minded/flexible, she's not often put-off or caught off guard and is very accepting (at times forgiving, to a fault).
Most Negative Trait: Still getting over the trauma of 'people who get close to me tend to suffer terribly', which leads her to distancing herself. Really prone to wanderlust and violence (as in, loves a good fight). Good luck slowing her down and good luck getting her out of it if you got her in 'fight mode'.
— L I K E S
Colors: Red and Black (omg she's a gamer)
Smells: Campfire smoke, cloves, leather, amber/incense, rarer but often enough the frosty fresh air of colder climes.
Textures: Broken-in leather, furs (silky, soft and the more coarse), the smooth and sharp edges of a crystal.
Drinks: Water, tea (specifically mulled tea), wine, ale. Partial to mint lassi's.
— O T H E R D E T A I L S
Smokes: Very occasional, with growing rarety.
Drinks: Historically was your pretty average social drinker, swore off the stuff for a long period after being drugged multiple times, but more recently has started enjoying the occasional drink - her tolerance has dropped significantly to fun/humorous effect.
Drugs: No; somnus in particular is a touchy subject.
Mount Issuance: Arrow (chocobo) was a gift from Thancred welcoming her to the Scions. Grani was a gift from Emet-Selch, and is her primary mount esp. in places where Arrow can't go.
Been Arrested: Amazingly not.
Tagged by: @ardberts, @gatheredfates, @sealrock, @myreia, @shroudkeeper - thank you all so much!!! I might honestly do more and use the tags as an excuse 😌
Tagging: @twelveswood, @thewitchofelpis, @eorzeanflowers, @thefrostflower, @allyennah, @mrlarkstin, @koijikido, @ubejamjar, @ungrateful-cyborg - and anyone else! (if you've already done it or don't want to ignore me <3<3<3)
Fill out 3 or more symbolic associations for each category!
(Lovely art by @calico-heart )
✧EMOTIONS/FEELINGS✧
hopeful - The world can be a better place. He knows it can.
curious - There's so much to see and learn.
lonely - He doesn't have to be alone forever, does he?
determined - to survive, to thrive, to grow
brave - fear won't stop him
✧COLORS✧
green - growth, spring coming, hope, home
blue - cool water, healing magic, rain
white - kiss of winter, the bright moon, the touch of frost
brown - the giving earth, the ancient trees, the steady feel of his bow
red - boldness, a fox, survival, blood on the ground
✧SCENTS✧
wood - beloved bow, steady staff, the safety of home
iron - blade, blood, a blacksmith's hammer, rebuilding
leather - the creak of armour, the feel of a saddle under him
wool - his sheep, home, the comfort of warmth around him
patchouli - the forest, the rain, the comfort of a familiar person
✧OBJECTS✧
bow - a steady, comforting weight in his hand, a connection to the father he never knew
cloak - his mother's. A reminder that he was once loved and that she's with him still
stave - he is both a shepherd and a wanderer. He'll keep those with him as safe as he can.
satchel - it has what he needs. It is security no matter what happens.
journal - memories kept safe, special moments preserved
✧BODY LANGUAGE✧
restless hands - nervous, but hopeful, afraid to mess things up
tilted head - a lack of understanding, but a craving to know
bitten lip - so many things to say but unsure of the words
furrowed brow - he's trying very hard to figure this out
gentle touch - he's there and he wants to help if he can
✧AESTHETICS✧
forest - beautiful, but dangerous, full of green growing things but also predators
unicorn - delicate and beautiful, pure and fierce, unlikely defender
briar rose - a wild flower, beautiful but there are thorns, tougher than first appearances
bare feet - humble, giving, connected with the earth
red hair -hidden fire, strong spirit, willful and a bit of temper
lamb - innocence, sacrifice, gentleness, forgiveness
Tagged by: @calico-heart - thank you! <3
Tagging: @shadesofblades @midnightmagicks @aidoneus-forgeron @starsworn @vythanis @soulshards-ffxiv @prettygayway @naejlas-axe @scholarlostintime @cantspelldragoonwithoutgoon @miqomischief @thefrostflower @ythealleycat @spotofmummery @ainyan @actualanxiousswampwitch @fluffyscholar and anyone else that wants to do it! <3
You are soft but you are not quiet. Bright and loud and excited about life, you are likely the first to ask to pet someone's dog. You have always had a large group of acquaintances but struggle to maintain close relationships, always afraid they will leave, taking some of you with them. Those that have met you, could never forget you if they tried. You wear your heart on your sleeve and while you will never apologize for it, sometimes wish you could grow some thorns. Despite your unequivocal beauty, you are humble and kind, never demanding, always willing to shed your petals to keep others warm. Don't forget to take care of yourself love, don't be afraid to let someone stay and grow alongside them, instead of for them
-Take Quiz Here!-
Tagged by: @spotofmummery
Tagging: @e-dragoons, @scholarlostintime, @meow-meow-hours, @airis-ray, , @reikatsukihana, @pinxli, @thefrostflower, @the-unending-journey, @yloiseconeillants, @starrysnowdrop, @sasslett, @umbralaether, @thebrassbat, @ainyan, @unbloomingmoonflower, @ooc-miqojak, elf-simp, @your-cutest-side-effect, @observationcoffee, @mmorpg-escapism, @bunsandstuff, @humblemooncat, @paintedscales,@wyrmwinds and whomever.
((Want to be tagged for silliness, like this post.))
Last song I listened to: Always Remember Us This Way — Noelle Johnson. It's a cover but I like this version better
Favorite color: Orange? Emerald green? I feel like I give a different answer every time someone asks me x)
Currently Watching: Nothing, but I intend to rewatch the movie The Town soon
Sweet/savoury/spicy: All three at once if possible! Savoury, otherwise.
Relationship status: Taken
Last thing you googled: "Crystarium FFXIV". I couldn't remember the name of the Ocular
Current obsession: Aïcha's secondary ship. It's doomed, it's toxic af, it's fun to think about and it hit me like a truck when I expected it the least.
Tagged by @lilbittymonster & @wpip-raham (Thank you both!)
Tagging @loldragoon-ffxiv @driftward @ainyan @emahriel @snotsloth @thefrostflower @feathersage @paintedscales @sunnythanalan (feel free to ignore if you don't want to do it)
BOLD genres your character reads. Italicize genres your character occasionally peruses.
art | biography | business | chick lit | children’s | classics | comics | contemporary | cookbooks | crime | fantasy | fiction | gay and lesbian | graphic novels | historical fiction | history | horror | humor and comedy | memoir | music | mystery | nonfiction | paranormal | philosophy | poetry | psychology | religion | romance | science | science fiction | self help | suspense | spirituality | sports | thriller | travel | young adult | warfare
Tagged By: @tsunael (thank youuuuuuu! ❤) Tagging: @thefreelanceangel , @thefrostflower , @impossible-rat-babies , @khaiens and if you want to steal it feel free!!!
tagged by: @wpip-raham ! Some of these are darker than what Francel would typically fall into, though I suspect some of these things can be pinned on some characters around him. But I always love deliberating over things like this. Sorry it took so long for me to actually do this.
Tagging: @avampyone, @houserosaire, @thefrostflower, @iron-sparrow, @humblemooncat, @mrlarkstin, @cadrenebula, @anotherelezen,
I probably missed some folks, but honestly anyone seeing this can tag me and I will devour. I also just threw some tags out there, hope you do not mind!
Tagged by the lovely @archaiclumina! We all knew I was going to do my og bad bitch, the love of my life. (It also gave me an excuse to use this picture I took for a drabble I never finished).
Then Let Me Be Evil
You never wanted to hurt anyone, but the world never gave you a choice. You did the best you could with what you had, but every innocent mistake you made was held against you when it counted, every crossroads led you down the wrong path no matter which way you went. No matter what you did, the odds were stacked against you. It wasn't fair, and you are sick and tired of being told what a monster you are for things out of your control. Well, fine. They want a monster? YOU'LL GIVE THEM A MONSTER!
Okay, DAMN, you don't need to read my character for filth. I will say I think the only thing El would fundamentally disagree on is the initial 'you never wanted to hurt anyone', only because she's conditioned herself to believe violence is an amicable answer, but I also think that in itself is a cover and the result of trauma after trauma that Ishgard inflicts.
When you're told that you're an outsider no matter what — no matter the money, the power, the prestige, the honour! — it's little wonder one might spit in their faces. When you see the hypocrisy and you're told it's not your place to question it... no wonder you turn a little evil.
I think she's allowed. I think she should kill men for fun. I give her permission.
Tagging: @riftdancing (I stare into your eyes. Blink.), @atupda, @sharlayanscion, @hares-and-hounds, @ubejamjar
@thewitchofelpis, @this-is-ris, @thefreelanceangel (I know you have ocs), @thefrostflower (same with you), @oh-yeah-no (for either Odette or Prudence!)
@sugarsagecat, @theboundlesslight, @valdiis, @zylphiacrowley, @halikyon and you!
PEPPER JUST TOLD ME I DIDN'T PUT THE QUIZ IN, IT'S HERE.
If you'd like a chance of being tagged, you can like my permanent interaction call here!
I was tagged by @wondrouswendy
ARE YOU NAMED AFTER ANYONE?
My username is what I came up with when I was trying to create a character in SWTOR. I originally wanted a character named Zane after Zane Grey, one of my favorite authors, but it was taken. So I had to get creative and I've kept it ever since. I think the name Zath is pretty cool and feels like it represents me well. Unfortunately it's taken in most places so I added Ranger to the front of it encompassing several types of Rangers. From an FBC ranger, the rangers of the wild west , to rangers in Tolkien's fantasy. A protector. One who makes their own way. The title seems to suit me.
WHEN WAS THE LAST TIME YOU CRIED?
I can't recall.
DO YOU HAVE KIDS?
Negative.
WHAT SPORTS DO YOU PLAY/HAVE YOU PLAYED?
Everything. From baseball, basketball, volleyball, golf, chess. Name a sport and I've probably played it. Big into sports growing up. I was always playing something no matter the season.
DO YOU USE SARCASM?
Indeed.
WHAT IS THE FIRST THING YOU NOTICE ABOUT PEOPLE?
If they like Zachariah Trench or not.
WHAT'S YOUR EYE COLOUR?
Green.
SCARY MOVIES OR HAPPY ENDINGS?
Happy Endings. Give me the creepy Cthulhu horrors and uphill battles along the way but let them ride off into the sunset and be happy together.
ANY TALENTS?
I have a very vivid imagination. My friends call it "Zath's endless pool of ideas".
WHERE WERE YOU BORN?
Earth.
WHAT ARE YOUR HOBBIES?
Daydreaming, gaming, writing, reading, video editing, podficcing. Just recently I started drawing. Sharing the good word about my favorite characters.
DO YOU HAVE ANY PETS?
Yes a wonderful [REDACTED] named [REDACTED].
HOW TALL ARE YOU?
Enough.
FAVOURITE SUBJECT?
History. It always fascinated me back when I was in school. Even now when I learn little tidbits here and there.
DREAM JOB?
Honestly, I wish I could be a writer, but I have no talent. I have imagination in spades though. Such is my curse.
I'll tag @thefrostflower and @sparkchemy if you would like to participate.
tagged by: @ardberts - thank you so so much! :D
tagging: @thefreelanceangel, @anneapocalypse, @otherworldseekers, @zylphiacrowley, @thefrostflower - (and as someone who writes but doesn't post a lot of it, anyone else who writes but doesn't post a lot of it)
(excerpt from post-Myths of the Realm bench chat with Deryk so some vague spoilers for Myths)
“Tell me, though…” Ahru tilted her head, eyes narrowing. A smirk tugged at her lips as she scooted a touch closer and surreptitiously lowered her voice. “Did you really never do anything? No teeny-tiny interventions?”
She had her suspicions, after all, and now that she had the chance to confirm them? How couldn’t she at least give a little prod?
The smirk on Deryk’s face was subtle, and the shrug he gave equally so. “Who’s to say?” His gaze slid away from hers, towards the horizon. “It’s not as if anyone can know what way the winds will blow next, after all. Even the so-called Gods.”
Her delight outweighed this playful secretiveness, and she gave a sharp, triumphant: “Hah!” The baby jumped in surprise, watching her with wide eyes as her tail swished eagerly. “It was you that time with the kobolds then!”
He closed his eyes and tilted his head in a shrug, repeating: “Who can say?”
“You! You can say!” She laughed some more, overcome with a joy and confidence that she had been right. That time she’d been chased by a horde of kobolds -ages ago now- it had been his guiding winds that led her to safety.
His next words, however, caught her off-guard.
“Your song about the kobolds- What was it, ‘choking on boulders’? was quite inspired.”
All at once she half-snorted, half-choked on air, nearly sent reeling and wheezing. She barely remembered that, and now she was mortified to discover that he did.
Both of her hands scrabbled at her burning face, pressing to her temples. She had some vague recollection of a jaunty little tune she’d jokingly, sardonically crafted on-the-spot, inspired by the circumstances.
She may have suggested ‘giant boulders’ as a euphemism for Titan’s balls. Groaning, she rubbed furiously at her red face. Deryk just laughed.
“It was a little rough around the edges, but your talents have come far.”
“Let’s stop talking about this.”
“If you wish,” he said with an all-too-amused chuckle.
“Was there anything less embarrassing you did?”
“Less embarrassing for you, you mean?” The twinkle in his eye was gently teasing, and yet she couldn’t bring herself to balk at it - not at all, not even in a half-hearted sense. To see him smile and laugh -to see him here, alive- made her heart sing. And gods it felt good to laugh, even at her own expense.
You don't shy away from expressing yourself. Your emotions can be unpredictable, but you try not to stifle them. You're passionate to a fault. You are fiercely loyal and won't hesitate to defend and protect the people and things you care about, but you can be impatient at times - with yourself and with others. Sometimes you turn to "easier" emotions like anger when you don't know how to handle things like guilt, grief, or helplessness