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 Arlia Kreiston
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| Gender | Female |
| Race | Hyur |
| Clan | Highlander |
| Citizenship | Gridanian |
| Age | 26 |
| Marital Status | Single |
| Occupation | Frontierswoman / Rover |
| Height/Weight | 6'2" / ~185 lbs |
| Orientation | Bi-sexual |
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Arlia Kreiston
Born on the 12th Sun of the 2nd Umbral Moon (April 11th). Arlia is originally from Red Rooster Stead, La Noscea, with ancestral roots linked to Ala Mhigo. Throughout her life thus far, the thrills and curious dangers of adventure have been her calling -- and she has been obliged to follow such a path ever since she started. So long as mead, friends, opportunity, and whatever intrigues cross her travels ahead, she'll be the happiest damned woman in Eorzea. She is a barbarian by nature and proves her worth through example. Given the chance and time, she could also prove herself as a natural leader. Eorzea needs heroes! And she aims to be one of them. For glory!
★ This layout was borrowed from Bancroft Gairn!!
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Basic Info
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Appearance & Personality
- Arlia is olived skinned. Green eyes, shaded by dark circles around them, indicating sleepless nights occurring several times throughout her life. Topped with thick, dark, and naturally wavy hair. She's tall; standing at 6'2. Lean built; athletic in structure. Overall clad in tattoos from neck to toes, symbols of mystique and elegance. Arlia is a firm sample of a barbaric Highlander woman, with little to no Midlander traits. Typically, she tends to wear her favored frontier attires that consist pelts and leathers, whether she's out and about or at her residence. Though, it isn't uncommon of her resorting to more casual clothing. Additionally, she also wears a torc neckpiece along with three raven feathers that are clipped within her hair, just hanging off behind her left ear. She also commonly dons facial warpaint and outright refuses to wear any kind posh make-up.
- Arlia is charismatic when she must be. Highly free-spirited, somewhat short-tempered, open-minded, hearty and generally welcoming towards just about anyone unless given reason to be hostile/defensive. She values fellowship and family alike. But despite her sociable knacks, she tends to come off as a lone-wolf traveler and keeps few close friends.
Biography
- From the Belly and Into the Realm
- Arlia was born in La Noscea, to a Highlander father and a Midlander mother and eventually had a younger sister named Admiah. Today, by appearance, one could easily take note that Arlia takes after most of her father's genes--and what's best, is those genes include the blood her Ala Mhigan ancestors!
- Life was relatively simple in her early years. If she wasn't occupied in tending to fields or her mother's wine brewing, Arlia's free time was spent learning from her father in both skill and behavior, while in times of rest and relaxation she would listen to his many stories about Black Shroud. As a result, she became much like her father, which could be narrowed down to one simple description: 'Barbaric by nature!'
- During her adolescence, a sort of primitive style of athleticism became more and more applied to her life. Constant movement, picking up heavy objects to carry or throw from time to time and living off the land. It was a lifestyle she easily integrated into, and she would have it no other way. To compliment this trait, she also came to discover a natural talent for archery. One she will surely carry in the days to come...
- The Calamity's Aftermath...
- Arlia and her sister, who were barely out of their adolescence at this time, found themselves alone and grief-struck over the tragic events that had taken place. This included the loss of both parents, childhood friends, and some parents of said friends. Like anyone, they mourned, gave their last respects, and had to live on for their parents' sake.
- In the days to come, the two would try to re-stabilize their life by seeking refuge and work in Limsa Lominsa. While Admiah was able to land a profession in courier affairs, Arlia's interests took a different turn. She thought back to her father's life stories about Black Shroud before coming to Vylbrand. As revelation struck her, she knew she wanted to travel there to see it all. But at the cost of leaving her younger sister...
- It was a choice not easily made. One that'd first call for preparation and assurance that Admiah's well-being would be in check... One those matters were handled. She'd take her first steps on travelling beyond the only lands she knew.
- Along the Dusty Trails of Thanalan and Into the Forests of Black Shroud...
- During the young wayfarer's trek, intrigue seemed to follow one way or another. A memorable point was her encounter with Piney, a black chocobo she would meet along the roads of Thanalan. Whether or not he was a wandering chocobo or one that ran away from his stable, she knew not. Each time she attempted to bring him to a porter, Piney resisted. If she tried to lure him, he was smart enough to see through her facade. If she tried to point Piney out to a porter, he knew when and where to hide--ultimately making her look a fool. But as Arlia gave up and decided to be on her way, Piney followed. He found her interesting... And she to him. The two seemed to have a natural bond from that point, as Arlia claimed him. And they've been one another's best friend ever since.
- Happily, Arlia and Piney ventured together.
- First Steps into Gridania, the Wayfarer Begins Anew...
- In the beginning, it wasn't easy. She was a young woman in unfamiliar lands. The first few weeks were spent adjusting to Gridania; familiarizing with the city and its surrounding areas. Soon enough, she would come to meet a highlander man, Sebastian Gunnar. A grizzled Twins Adder soldier and survivalist instructor. Through plead and persuasion, Arlia managed to earn the man's mentorship on Gridanian lifestyle as well as his teachings on survivalism; living off and knowing the environments of Eorzea. Five years have passed since Arlia saw her sister in the flesh. During that course of time, they merely kept in touch with one another via letter. During that time, much of her time was spent in Black Shroud, accommodating the people of Gridania one way or another and learning from Sebastian's various lessons and advice. Nowadays, Arlia has taken free reign of her life. A life she typically lives in simplicity (for the most part!).
- Current Life in Eorzea...
- Arlia's life remains as is. She ventures, drinks the finest mead, tests both might and wit, and generally seeks out new fellows from time to time.
- So far? It's enough to know some people in Eorzea are starting to recognize her. She still has Piney. And she still has her little sister.
- All that's left is to see what the coming days will offer, both good and bad!
Miscellaneous
Just some simple tidbits I think would be appropriate for her! If you've got someone who has interacted with Arlia, do feel free to add one. ◢ Common Rumors (Easily overheard)
◢ Moderate Rumors (Moderately difficult to overhear)
◢ Rare Rumors (Very difficult or rarely overheard)
◢ PC Rumors (Rumors from the character's of other players)
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Gallery
What a torc looks like
Not an exact detail of Arlia's tattoos (because I suck at drawing), but an idea of what they look like: Celtic woad tattoos
Footnotes
- Mary Elizabeth McGlynn is my voice reference for Arlia! Tough, dignified, and suiting for a barbarian Highlander woman with charisma!
- Songs: (Instrumental) Norrath OST
- (Metal) Tulsadoom - Barbarian Beer Attack
- (Metal) Eluveitie - Call of the Mountain
- (Instrumental) Dead Can Dance - Song of the Stars
- Additional References:
