Lio Desmond
 Lio Desmond
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 A dragon can never be tamed, only appeased. | |
| Gender | Male |
| Race | Elezen |
| Clan | Wildwood |
| Citizenship | Ul'dah |
| Age | Unknown |
| Nameday | 15th Sun of the 4th Astral Moon |
| Guardian | Rhalgr, the Destroyer |
| Orientation | Pansexual |
“Dragons who opposed the war remember a time of peaceful coexistence.
Many of them went into hiding, and not in a traditional sense.
Some of them are walking among us, posing as civilians.”
C H A R A C T E R : .
General
Lio is part of a growing network of heretics and supporters of the peace treaty between Eorzeans and Dragonkind. In order to aid Ishgardian descendants who suffer from racial dysphoria, Lio serves as a courier for the safe transportation, delivery, and redistribution of dragon blood. As a result of his efforts, many heretics have been able to experience transformation via. dragon’s blood for ceremonial, recreational, and spiritual purposes.
Company Occupation
Although he is listed as a Free Company leader, five people presently rank above him. His job entails recruiting, supervising, and helping company members who are in need of assistance. It's hard work, but it pays well enough to keep up with his spending habits.
Personality
Outside of the estate, Lio rarely stays in one spot for long. His aloof personality prevents strangers from getting too close. His plucky, mischievous demeanor shines brightest when he’s in the company of people he trusts, and he has no trouble being confident and jokingly flirtatious around familiar faces. While he’s well-versed in gentlemanly posing and proper etiquette, he’s most comfortable in a casual environment where he’s free to do as he pleases.
Rumors
Lio has recently been spotted connecting with several organizations known for providing safe passage and shelter for dragons and heretics. This is a cause he’s passionate about backing, and he does everything in his power to support the movement. It’s against company policy for «NOX» employees to involve themselves in political matters, but this hasn’t stopped him from covertly fighting for what he believes in.
History
On the 15th Sun of the 4th Astral Moon, a small male elezen boy appeared within an EQUINOX laboratory cell. The cell had contained a captured dragonet, but the dragonet was missing. Workers found the boy disoriented, and clueless as to how he got there. The floor manager eventually wrote the incident off as a bizarre prank staged by an intern. A miqo'te scientist in charge of the containment cell took the boy in, naming him Lionel R. Desmond, and raising him as his own son. Roughly eighty years have passed, and to this day Lio still has no recollection of where he originally came from other than the general location of where he was found as a dragonet. Small pieces of scattered memories occasionally present themselves in dreams, but piecing them together has been futile.
B O D Y Height 6'10.2" Weight Unknown Build Toned Skin Tone Tanned Scars None F A C I A L . F E A T U R E S Hair Black + Cerulean Highlights Eyes Ice Blue
D R A G O N . F O R M : .
Shadovaskr
When word had spread about a peace treaty between dragons and men, Lio felt more at ease with letting the people of Ishgard witness his ability to transform. Unfortunately, he was all too eager to trust in the wrong crowd, and was attacked by a small team of dragoons in Coerthas the following week. He managed to escape relatively unscathed, but since that incident, he’s been reluctant to shape shift in the presence of anyone who may still harbor ill will toward Dragonkind. The truth has also caused serious issues with past love interests; those who’ve lost family members in the Dragonsong War.
This is Lio’s canon true form, exhibiting his coloration and markings. For size-comparison, he is no larger than the Midgardsormr mount. Riding him is never recommended due to his impulsive nature and foolhardy aerial stunts.
The dragons of Churning Mists have gifted him the name Shadovaskr. Adventurers may sometimes get a glimpse of him rocketing through the clouds, reaching accelerations most dragons would deem reckless. Practicing high-speed maneuvers is typically Lio’s first priority whenever he gets the opportunity to transform. His other dragon-related activities include skimming over lakes, hovering against high winds, chasing cloudfish, and lazing in the sun.
Combat Abilities
- ₪ Divebomb
- ₪ Frost Breath
- ₪ Snow Drift
- ₪ Cauterize
- ₪ Tempest Wing
- ₪ Quick Landing
Additional Notes
The Churning Mists, his preferred area of exploration while in dragon form, serves as a safe haven. He feels he has purpose there, particularly in aiding the gradual transition of dragons and men working alongside one another. He’ll occasionally help people with their duties, and escort anyone who may be lost, stranded, or in danger. Allowing enthusiastic children to pet him, and honorable adventurers to casually converse with him has proven beneficial to strengthening those bonds. Lio’s close call with the ambush in Coerthas has motivated him to train dragonets in high speed maneuvers, fit for dodging oncoming projectiles, nets, and jump attacks from dragoons. Whenever he has time to spare, he offers classes to dragon riders interested in competitive or recreational flying.
OOC . I N F O R M A T I O N : .
Lio is currently in disguise and is not inclined to reveal the truth about his true form to anyone other than those who've find out through RP. The information provided above is not to be used ICly without prior consent. No metagaming, please. ♥
| Free Company : EQUINOX «NOX» | |
| Server | Balmung |
| RP Style | Casual - Serious |
| Contacts | NA |
| Website | noxiv.co |
| Timezone(s) | MST |
| Location | USA |
