Alothia Starkwood

2015-04-10T02:06:08Z

Alothia:

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<div align=justify><div style="padding: 10px 15px;">Alothia Starkwood is a miqo'te woman who has lived a long and fruitful life, but one peppered with drama and intrigue. She has been the owner of a small company, girlfriend to a number of different men, friend to many people, and woman who takes time to get to know people from all walks of life.

At 26 years of age, she acts much more mature in some aspects than one would think, but not without an ample amount of immaturity to make up for it. She enjoys a good dirty joke or story, enjoys making her friends get flustered because of awkward situations, and generally has a wild sense of humor.

Although she exudes a flirty and chatty demeanor, it often conceals a tumult of emotions hidden beneath the surface. Very few people know the her that lurks in the interior of that storm, and she is tentative about extending that trust to people. If you do manage to crack that surface, however, you will have her as a steadfast and loyal friend, one willing to stand up to almost anything to protect those she cares about.
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<div><font style="color:#8f827a;">■</font> '''Miqa'bobs'''. Particularly Tuna. It reminds her of home.</div>
<div><font style="color:#8f827a;">■</font> '''Ear Scratches'''. She's a sucker for them.</div>
<div><font style="color:#8f827a;">■</font> '''Bubble baths'''. Nothing more relaxing than a tub.</div>
<div><font style="color:#8f827a;">■</font> '''Quirky people'''. People who are interesting interest her.</div>
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<div><font style="color:#7e7b79;">■</font> '''Being Pushed Around'''. No one puts Aly in the corner.</div>
<div><font style="color:#7e7b79;">■</font> '''Intolerance'''. Aly has spent many years being kind to others and learning their stories before judging. She wishes the same of others.</div>
<div><font style="color:#7e7b79;">■</font> '''Conflict'''. While it is a necessary evil, she avoids it like the plague.</div>
<div><font style="color:#7e7b79;">■</font> '''Rain'''. It makes her tail poof and her hair become matted. No to this. Unless it's the sound. She likes the sound of rain.</div>
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<div><font style="color:#8f827a;">■</font> '''Being Alone'''. If anything scares the woman, it is this. A life of solitude.</div>
<div><font style="color:#8f827a;">■</font> '''Manipulation'''. In her past life, she was extremely manipulative, and she hates to think she'd become like that again.</div>
<div><font style="color:#8f827a;">■</font> '''Death'''. Watching people die is her least favorite thing in the world, and losing those close to her is her worst fear.</div>
<div><font style="color:#8f827a;">■</font> '''Cheating'''. She is very self conscious and is always scared that her significant others will stray.</div>
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<div><font style="color:#7e7b79;">■</font> '''Charisma'''. Alothia is charismatic and it enables her to approach people of all walks of life for conversation.</div>
<div><font style="color:#7e7b79;">■</font> '''Thaumaturgy'''. She's great at blowing stuff up.</div>
<div><font style="color:#7e7b79;">■</font> '''Handwriting'''. She was taught how to write at a young age, and she practices daily.</div>
<div><font style="color:#7e7b79;">■</font> '''Organization'''. Alothia is great at keeping people organized. Not so much for her desk though.</div>
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<div><font style="color:#8f827a;">■</font> '''Emotional'''. Alothia is often swayed by her emotions, whether good or bad..</div>
<div><font style="color:#8f827a;">■</font> '''Naive'''. Alothia takes most people at face value. She wants to believe in the best in everyone.</div>
<div><font style="color:#8f827a;">■</font> '''Clumsy'''. While she can be a strong magic user, she is not very deft as far as easy tasks, and can get even clumsier when flustered.</div>
<div><font style="color:#8f827a;">■</font> '''Weak'''. She is trained to use daggers in close quarters, but if it came to a match of physical strength, she would lose.</div>
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<div><font style="color:#7e7b79;">■</font> '''Gridania'''. Home of her youth.</div>
<div><font style="color:#7e7b79;">■</font> '''Thal's Respite'''. She often goes there for contemplation.</div>
<div><font style="color:#7e7b79;">■</font> '''Sanctum of the Twelve'''. Somewhat religious, this is where Alothia travels to center herself.</div>
<div><font style="color:#7e7b79;">■</font> '''Hawthorne Hut'''. Favorite place ever. Quiet, nice view, hot springs. What more could you ask for?</div>
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*'''Height:''' Tall for a Miqo'te

*'''Weight:''' Averageish, slight tummy, full in the bust and hips

*'''Body:''' Soft and quick, some muscle definition.

*'''Hair:''' Long and tied back on the sides, Pink with blue highlights

*'''Eyes:''' Lavender

*'''Skin:''' Pale, some say pale to the point of looking like death, although not to her face.

*'''Clothing: ''' Alothia prefers to wear comfortable clothing, but also clothing that shows off her assets. For a night out, she enjoys wearing her Coatee, but when working, Alothia wears Robes and other traditional Conjurer garb.
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<div align=justify><div style="padding: 7px 15px;">Alothia is a multi skilled woman, although not as skilled as some. Her first and foremost skills lie in the magical arts. While she knows how to use them in the conventional sense, her specialization is the weaving of elements to create varied spells. Akin to weaving, she is able to take smallest threads of elements and use them to create something new. Always thinking on her toes, this is what makes her a most formidable opponent.
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<div align=justify><div style="padding:10px 15px;">Alothia is a well trained thaumaturge, with extra abilities when dealing with fire magic. She was trained in it when she was very young, as she had an affinity for it, and her parents hired her a private tutor. During her more unpleasant years, Alothia's signature were buildings left smouldering. Now, it is her main magic of defense.</div></div>

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<div align=justify><div style="padding:10px 15px;">When Alothia grew a little older, she also sought training from the Conjurers of the Fane. She learned to commune with the elementals and was an adept healer. Incidents beyond her control ripped her healing abilities from her, although she is able to still control wind, air, and earth.</div></div>

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<div align=justify><div style="padding:10px 15px;">Alothia has some training with the lance, although not as much to be considered of any value. She took up this training when spending a lot of time with the Everwatch.</div></div>

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<div align=justify><div style="padding:10px 15px;">During Alothia's earlier years, she made a point of being able to defend herself in close quarters. She almost always has a dagger or two hidden on her person, ready to use at any moment.</div></div>

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<div align=justify><div style="padding:10px 15px;">What Alothia lacks in physical power she makes up for in stamina and speed. She is quick and able to maneuver out of most situations, even despite her clumsy tendencies.</div></div>
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'''NOTE''': ''Information presented here may be used as RP hooks within reasonable means. It is mostly presented as a point of reference for myself because I am hella forgetful.''</div></div>
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<div>Alothia grew up in the forest of the Eastern Shroud, near Hyrstmill. She came from a small family consisting of her father, mother and younger sister. Her childhood was a happy one, with the only problem being that her parents were always working and didn't have a ton of time to spend with her. Alothia saw what this did to her parents, this constant working, and decided that she didn't want to be a slave to work. It was about the same time that Alothia realized that she had a gift for getting people to like her and befriend her...she had become a manipulator. With these skills, she left home against the will of her parents at the age of 15. It was not a peaceful leaving, and things were said and done at the time that Alothia doesn't like to discuss.

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"My mother's name was Aughinae and my father's Emet. We lived in a small community not far away from Hyrstmill. My parents left the tribes, so I never knew what it was like growing up in that world. But, because my family wasn't a part of that group, they had to work extra hard to make it." She sighed at this point. "I remember being little and trying to get my parents' attention...but they were always working on something...I know it wasn't always like that, but that's what I remember most."
She shifted a little. "When I was 8, my sister Lini was born. She was cute...but she took what little time my parents had for me away. Over the next 7 turns, I grew more and more distant from my home, and started hanging out with kids from other families, and a lot of the kids I met when we took trips to the city to sell our goods." She played with the hem of her top. "I liked the freedom of the cities. I liked the people I met there. They liked me...I found I was...good...at getting people to do what I wanted."
She took the next part slow. "I ran away at 15. I remember screaming at my parents. I remember my mother crying...and then I left. And I never went back."
Her eyes glazed over, old feelings being dredged up, tears pooling at their corners. "I never got to apologize...when we came back from the skip, I went there to find them...but the house was gone. It was completely burned to the ground. There was nothing left..."

She wiped at the tears still left in her eyes and went on. "Life in the city was...very strange. I had made it a point to myself that I wouldn't become lost in work. So instead, I found no work at all. Instead, I let other people work for me. They did the dirty work. They got hurt. And I didn't care. I didn't really know any of them. They were merely faces that I could utilize to my end. It was a very hedonistic way of thinking, I know." She shrugged, the familiar feelings flooding her again. "I would take on jobs and send people out of them. Usually they were legitimate. Things like delivering a package...at least that's how it started. But I grew greedy. And my heart hardened. Why shouldn't I make more money? What was to stop me?" She shuddered. "I felt...powerful. People as my little pawns to use to my own end. I wasn't the one doing the work, so why should I care? Why would I care?"

She clenched her fists, "And so I began to take on more dangerous lines of work. Theiving. Roughing. Murder." She laughed callously, "But my hands are clean...for the most part. There were a few...tasks...I rather enjoyed." She opened her palm to show the familiar burning flame. "I was quite the firestarter~" She blew into her palm until the flame went out again, then closed her hand and her eyes.

“By the time I was 20, I had built quite a name for myself in the shadier circles. People came to me with jobs, and I took them all. My network of people was changing...I wasn't so sure what the people I was hiring were doing. Didn't care. I did befriend one girl...she was a young hyur thing. I suppose she reminded me of Lini. She wanted to please me so badly...so I sent her out on a job. I didn't think it would be a big deal. Go and steal a small thing..."

"When...when we found her...she was mutilated...she had been raped...they cut words into her flesh and left her there...they knew she was working for me and left her barely alive....they would have given her mercy had they killed her." She closed her eyes again. "It hit me then, the gravity of my actions. I left the city and wandered after that. I needed time to think..." She sobbed then, small squeaking noises escaping from her lips. "I was a horrible person..."

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The next few years of her life were not so good. She managed to do well for herself, but at the cost of others. Many people were used in order to keep Alothia afloat, including a young Miqo'te girl. She was one of Alothia's lackeys, and she was sent out to do a job...which ended up being much more than was bargained for. When the girl returned to Alothia; bruised, battered, and broken; Alothia finally saw firsthand the damage that she was doing to others. She stopped her illegal dealings, and managed to run into a childhood friend, Frosty Mouse, who managed to help her set up a small mercenary company.

The company thrived, growing from a small group of 2 or 3 workers, to a more extensive company. With the help of Zenge Eien, she named the company Corvus Cinis, after Zenge's old unit within the Garlean Army. While her company was thriving, she met one Mister Oskar Helvig, and they began a relationship. This relationship caused much dissension within the company as many of her employees did not like Oskar or the way that he seemingly manipulated Alothia.

About 4 moons into their relationship, Oskar felt that he needed a break, and he and Alothia parted ways. Lost in her loneliness, Alothia focused on her company, strengthening it's bonds and helping to bring new employees into the fold. She kindled a new relationship with colleague and friend, Zenge Eien with whom she feelt much more at ease. Their relationship was passionate and just what Alothia needed to bring her focus back to the company and what was important.

However, as the moons went on, Zenge grew more and more distant, spending much more time out on patrols for the Twin Adders. By the time the Calamity hit, Alothia and Zenge were completely separated. Zenge left, worried that his ties to the Garlean Empire would mean trouble for Alothia, and indeed they did. Constantly worried about being hunted down, Alothia fled deep into the Twelveswood to hide. She was not seen by the company nor any others for quite sometime. Yet the day that Dalmud fell, Alothia, determined to do her part, came out of hiding to help tend the wounds of those in the battle. While she did not see any of her companions there, she felt that she had at least done her part when it mattered most.
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'''Right Afterward'''
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Alothia appeared again in the middle of the Twelveswood completely bewildered and unsure of what had just happened. The next few weeks went by in a blur, Alothia searching the Twelveswood for people she knew. On her travels, she found Endricane, equally as bewildered. They made their way to Quarrymill, or what was left of it, to try to find Kass. Instead, they found a house burnt to the ground, and no one who could tell them what had happened. Afterward, they made their way to where Alothia had grown up, only to find a similar situation. In their mutual grief they comforted each other, and then parted ways. Alothia then traveled to the three city states.

First, Alothia traveled to Gridania, searching for word of her parents and sister. There, she signed back up with the Twin Adders, and checked in with the Stillglade Fane. While there, she helped for a few weeks with healing the sick. She also learned about the skip, and that five years had passed since the battle of Cartineau Flats. She was dumbstruck and did not leave her in room for several days. Finally, she decided to head to Ul'Dah to check on her properties.

When she traveled there, the first thing she did was go to the Corvus Cinis headquarters, but found the building silent. She asked local merchants if they knew who currently owned the place, but none of them could tell her anything about the man who seemed to be living there. She frequented the Mineral Concern and the merchant stalls trying to catch wind of anyone she knew, until finally she heard that other people like her had been heading to Limsa Lominsa to the Soliloquy tavern.

In the next few weeks, she made her way across Thanalan to La Noseca and eventually Limsa Lominsa. She managed to secure a room at the Mizzenmast and began traveling the city looking for familiar faces. She was pleased to see that Soliloquy was what everyone had said, a gathering ground for people like her. There she was reunited with Xenedra and Kass, and met quite a few other people.

The suns went on, and she met a young Hyur named Paradyme Capellago. They began seeing each other on an exclusive basis, and quickly progressed that relationship from dating to being engaged. Everything was fine until Para's brother, Joshua, came looking for him. Alothia, along with her friends Lainseworth and Vash, made a daring rescue attempt. They managed to get Para back, but at the loss of the evil man who had captured him. Eventually, this resentment took a toll on their relationship, and Para quickly broke off the engagement, and slept with another woman, causing a rift between the two of them that could not be repaired as far as a relationship was concerned.
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'''Love...quadrangles?'''
<spoiler>Following the breakup that Para thrust upon her, Alothia became a sad individual, spending much of her time alone and contemplating. Her friends, however, did not want her to be alone. Eric and Lily began spending more time with her in an attempt to cheer her. Feelings, however, soon developed between Eric and Alothia, but that wasn't the end of it. After a trip to Soliloquy and an excursion in Limsa Lominsa, Alothia soon started having similar feelings for Kanko Saou, a seemingly surly Miqo'te. To further complicate matters, after a surprise training session from her friend Mikael, she also found herself having feelings for him as well.

This was all a bit too much for the miqo'te woman, and after a week or two of being mired in the misery of indecision, Alothia decided that she needed to take a step back from all of them, and headed out to Coerthas. Kanko, however, followed her, and after a while, Alothia found that her heart had made her decision for her. This too, didn't come without complications. Deirdre Ta'ea, sometimes friend and sometimes foe, also had feelings for Kanko, which she kept hidden.

Once the pair returned from Coerthas, they attended the Seventh Annual Full Cold Moon Gala, with the rest of Corvus Cinis. The crowd was too much, however, and the majority of Corvus made their way to Camp Bronze Lake for some rest and relaxation. While there, Deirdre showed up, and threatened to kill Para for breaking his vow to Alothia, and ended up in a skirmish with Kanko as well. Alothia, seemingly defeated, stepped back and let them fight it out, with Deirdre fleeing at the end, and Alothia tending to Kanko's wounds.

A few suns later, Kanko approached Deirdre to confront her about the situation, and to retrieve the pendant she had stolen. When he returned, Alothia spoke with him of the conversation that he had had with Deirdre, which included Deirdre confessing her love for him. Alothia expected him to change his mind with his decision, but was instead surprised with his own confession of love. Having harbored the same feelings herself, she returned the sentiments, even if she was still a bit wary of the situation with Deirdre.
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'''I Just Can't Stomach It'''
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'''The Tale of Souyo Xander'''
((This summary is copied from the AST/CC forums, and was written by Eric Verus))
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- A Corvus upon itself - (9/15/13 - 9/21/13)

Corvus Cinis has been betrayed from within. The veteran Souyo Xander has betrayed his allies by succumbing to the influence of a darkened crystal that draws out the negative impulses in a person, in an attempt to gain power. The darkness within has pulled Souyo into a conquest to kill all Garleans, potentially purging, even those among Eorzean Citizenry, in retaliation to the travesties of the Garlean Military occupying parts of Eorzea. Lily Dawnsworn, Lainsworth Ravencraft, and Eric Verus met Souyo on the field of battle, and were soundly defeated by the powers both a crystal of darkness, and a crystal of light that Souyo once bore as a Paladin.

To make matters worse,Vash Ashford, the cheerful Miqo’te member of the Company, as well as the strange Seeress known as ‘K’oriah’ were also corrupted under the influence of the Dark Crystal and pulled to Souyo’s side. Displaying that any member could be potentially vulnerable the company Leaders Alothia Starkwood and Lily Dawnsworn called for a lockdown on communications on the Company’s Linkshell communications, in an effort to protect members from further attacks. Meanwhile, Eric Verus launched a silent inquiry, using his skills in the Arcane and his experience in his encounter with the Dark Crystal to help verify allies and put the leadership at better ease.

Unfortunately, not all were alerted to the goings on in process, and the Sorcerer Starwind Meladon was captured and held hostage, and Paradyme Capellago was shot by a Darksteel Arrow from Vash Ashford. Demands were made for Lily Dawnsworn, Eric Verus, and Alothia Starkwood to meet Souyo near the mountain ridge of Behemoth’s Dominion, in exchange for Starwind’s safe return. While left no other choice to comply, the trio were not content to simply walk into what they knew was a trap and each, individually and as a group formulated their own plans for confronting the corrupted Dragoon and his cohorts…

- The Battle of the Dominion - (9/22/13)

The two Trio’s met in Behemoth’s Dominion, where Souyo surrendered the unconscious Starwind as agreed, however, when Eric called reinforcements to gather the man, the Seeress K’oriah summoned a large Voidsent to attack the group, and thus a large battle began in earnest.

Lily moved to engage Souyo, while Eric and Alothia engaged the Voidsent and the remaining two opponents with surprises of their own. Eric decided that his loyalty to Corvus superseded the bounds of law, and brought with him a Garlean Gunblade, which he used to keep Vash’s arrows at bay, while displaying a tremendous amount of magical resistance to spells and curses alike. While Alothia performed like an elemental fiend unleashed, displaying a level of offensive power not yet seen from her previously.

Yet even as the Voidkin was bested with the might of Magic, and the Souyo and company began to feel pressure on all ends, the roaring cry of the Behemoth could be heard as it approached… it seemed that both companies would soon face the rampage of the great Beast of the Dominion.

Fortunately, reinforcements from Corvus Cinus by distress calls, arrived just in time to engage the hearty beast. Among the many brave heroes of note:

Tayn Zolin, whose quick wit and scouting lead the impromptu reinforcements to reach the Dominion just in time.

Lainsworth Ravenclaw, recently re-emerging with renewing Paladin powers , whom was able to rearm Lily at a critical moment with Giantsgall Sword dubbed ‘Justice’.

Mixie Trixie, able to show unique skills and powers to the Prismatic Crystal reacquired from Alothia on the field.

Rio van Rash, who appeared herself on the field to aid the wounded at Eric’s behest, even after smuggling him her hand-crafted gunblade.

Paradyme and Rhashi - who made sure in all the chaos Starwin Maleon and other wounded made it to safety from the battle, putting even their own lives at risk to save others.

- among many others, even allies not yet members of Corvus Cinius.

Meanwhile, as Lily began to drive Souyo back with skilled swordsmanship, some of which learned from Souyo’s own personal diaries. Alothia unleashed a powerful fireball inadvertently that would have scorched Eric along with Vash and K’oriah, though the Seeress mysteriously placed herself in more direct danger to push Eric to safety, much to his surprise.

However, the forces of the Darkened Crystal had one last card to play. Battered and burned, Vash Ashford detonated the cliffside, which had been secretly packed with explosives. This triggered a landslide that injured many member of Corvus Cinis, as well as pinning the Behemoth beneath the rubble. Alothia and Eric both were flung from the cliffs in the explosion, landing hard upon the snow below. Alothia collided with a rock and lost consciousness, with Eric’s previous wounds and surgery scars being strained to the point of re-opening on landing.

Souyo capitalized on the moment of weakness in the beast, and slammed his spear into the skull of the Behemoth,revealing his intention in the creatures dying wails. A Lightened Crystal, which he aimed to claim for his own, were it not for the pursuit of Lily who tossed Souyo’s old Paladin blade to knock it from his hands had sprung from the Behemoth’s life force. The Crystal Emitted a field of energy that prevented all others from interfering, and the two reengaged into their duel, fighting over who would claim this new source of power.

Vash and K’oriah began to make their escape from the Dominion, climbing up the cliffs of the craggy mountains, when they were met by the arrival of K’anko Tia, who had scaled the mountain by hand to single handedly ambush a flee-attempt from Corvus’s foes, in spite of discharging himself from the Company earlier. Tossing the Mage to the side, K’anko engaged Vash directly in combat, forcing the Seer to look onto the violence from afar.

Souyo fought with new Ferocity, meaning to claim the crystal for his own. However just as he was about to strike downwards from a powerful blow that would have dealt a grievous wound, Eric, having closed his wounds through sheer force of magical power and assistance from his Eos, unleashed a ruin spell that struck the man in mid-air, making the would be powerful strike into a battle-deciding blunder, giving Lily the opportunity to claim the Lightened Crystal for her own, and force the man to flee from the scene.

- Aftermath of the Battle -

Due to interference from the Fleeing Souyo, Kanko suffered severe wounds in his battle with Vash. However, he did not leave empty handed. The Miqo’te fighter managed to capture Vash, who fell unconscious to his wounds, and drag the youth from the Dominion to Corvus Cinus headquarters in Fallgourd Float, where the Remainder of the Company had gathered post battle.

In spite of wounds of their own, Mixie, Eric, and Sesseriku, a friend of the the Company, all went to tend the others over themselves. However, they were met by Deirdre Ta’ea, who, after questioning Eric’s intentions for the captured Vash Ashford, decided to take him herself for her own intentions. Too weak and weary from the fighting, Eric decided against engaging the Elezen woman, and commanded the Company to stand down and allow her to leave with the Miqo’te traitor - shortly before collapsing to exhaustion himself.

Sesseriku was finally given a pearl to the Company by Lily, in thanks for all his deeds - marking the first new recruitment to the Company since the betrayal, and a shift in the tides of the conflict.

- A moment’s Respite - (9/23/13 - ??/??/??)

The Pearl Souyo had in order to capitalize on communication was destroyed, his plan to acquire another crystal of power foiled, yet he was still at large, with many members of Corvus wounded or exhausted to collapse. The Company, however, won a small victory in earning the security of their communications once more and some semblance of normalcy could return. With Souyo having to face defeat at the loss of his own objective, there would be a moment’s pause in which he would have to reassess his tactics, and for the moment, a measure of peace would be enjoyed.

However, for those closest to the conflict, this time would be a matter of preparation, for they aimed to make the next confrontation with Souyo the last.

- A moment’s Respite - (9/23/13 - 9/25/13)

The Pearl Souyo had in order to capitalize on communication was destroyed, his plan to acquire another crystal of power foiled, yet he was still at large, with many members of Corvus wounded or exhausted to collapse. The Company, however, won a small victory in earning the security of their communications once more and some semblance of normalcy could return. With Souyo having to face defeat at the loss of his own objective, there would be a moment’s pause in which he would have to reassess his tactics, and for the moment, a measure of peace would be enjoyed.

However, for those closest to the conflict, this time would be a matter of preparation, for they aimed to make the next confrontation with Souyo the last.

Eric, who had suffered under his exhaustion, mysteriously recovered after a heavily fevered day of unconsciousness. Concerned for events, he retreated for some time of meditation, and was promptly chastised by Lily, who asked him not to make a habit of such sudden disappearances.

Meanwhile, the more stationary Alothia and K'anko resorted to a series of prank-letters, plaguing Lily and Eric with jokes regarding the pair. After a frustration-inspired bout of drinking, however the bonds of trust between Lily and Eric were strengthened as Lily confided her past to the Arcanist privately.

Vash Ashford was put to question by Deirdre, and it was found that separation from the corrupting power of the Darkened Crystal actually resulted in a form of madness, and during a Prisoner Transfer, he made an escape under circumstances Eric calls into question, but does not get an straight answer from K'anko. Conversation's spark once again about the safety of the Company as a whole, and it is agreed upon that Corvus Headquarters be temporarily moved to the Observatory in Coerthas Highlands for the protection of the company.

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'''Captured'''
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K'anko and Alothia were out near the Garlean outpost in the Black Shroud, when suddenly they were ambushed by a scouting party of Garleans. They were separated and taken into custody inside the Castrum. Inside, they were allowed to see each other only a few times, each undergoing their own trials.

Alothia's experiences inside the fortress left her battle scarred and jumpy. Physical abuse was not something she was used to, and coupled with the mental abuse of trying to get secrets out of them, she had a difficult time adjusting to life when they were finally rescued by members of Jutat De, Lily and Tayn.

In order to gain back some of her composure, K'anko and Alothia went on an extended hiatus from the company, taking time to settle things between themselves and the world around them.
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'''Welcome Home'''
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Upon returning to Jutat De, Alothia and K'anko once again became involved in the lives of the others they once knew. Now a member of the Dark Embers company, Eric called out to them to tell of new developments with his problem. Apparently the woman whom he had once loved was nothing short of an Ascian, and she had been using Eric to help incubate a new type of Voidsent. With the banishment of the crystal from his stomach, things had almost turned normal. However, there was a problem. The shards which Eric had frequently vomited up during his sickness called to the Void and the Ascian woman.
Searching for the remainder of the crystals, Eric and company recruited the help of Alothia and K'anko. They managed to track down disturbances in once peaceful places, and were worried that this would only spiral more out of control. Eric and Dark Embers managed to have a confrontation with the woman, and in the aftermath, returned to the place to study the residual Aetherial signatures.
Alothia studied the signatures and attempted to resonate with the frequencies she found. Unfortunately, this caused another problem. Alothia inadvertently touched the Void with which the Ascians were linked. After a few suns of being knocked out, Alothia woke to hear voices, voices she could not get rid of. They caused her to be riddled with self doubt and anger, and in an attempt to find her center again, she fled to the woods with K'anko once more, without so much as a word to the people she had left behind.
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'''The Beginning of the End'''
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The voices grew stronger and more persistent as their time in the Shroud went on. With only K'anko as her confidant, Alothia grew more and more paranoid of the man, finding that even his presence was leading to her troubles. In an attempt to save both him and herself, she sent him on his own way, ending the relationship that had once caused her so much comfort. Where he went, she does not know.
Alothia then returned to Gridania and sought the help of the one place she thought might be able to help, the Stillglade Fane. Conjurers of the guild studied her for some time, and in order to quiet the voices of the Void, they attempted to teach her simple meditation skills. For a few moons, Alothia stayed with them under their tutelage. Armed with some sort of defenses, Alothia decided that it was best to try to return home, and she made the trek back to Ul'dah to return to the company she once called home.
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'''Good Things Come to Those Who Wait'''
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<div align=center><div>Some of these rumors are untrue, speculation, or are greatly exaggerated. Please feel free to add your own rumors under the Player Character category!</div></div>

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<div style="padding:10px 25px; background: #EAB5C5; color:#62B1F6;font-size:14px;text-shadow: 1px 1px 1px #EAB5C5;"><b>◢ COMMON RUMORS - </b>''Easily overheard. Use these freely!''</div>
<div><font style="color:#b3aba6;">■</font> "I heard that she used to date Oskar...how did she manage to put up with him?" - '''<font style="font-variant:small-caps;font-size:14px;">Finicky Friend</font>'''.</div>
<div><font style="color:#b3aba6;">■</font> "Didn't she run that company...Corvus Cinis? I heard they needed a new front door every week." - '''<font style="font-variant:small-caps;font-size:14px;">Crotchety Carpenter</font>'''.</div>
<div><font style="color:#b3aba6;">■</font> "She sure knows how to control the elements. All of 'em too, from what I can tell." - '''<font style="font-variant:small-caps;font-size:14px;">Tawdry Thaumaturge</font>'''.</div>
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<div style="padding:10px 25px; background: #EAB5C5; color:#62B1F6;font-size:14px;text-shadow: 1px 1px 1px #EAB5C5;"><b>◢ UNCOMMON RUMORS -</b> ''A little more difficult to hear. Use sparingly or ask first!''</div>
<div><font style="color:#948d8a;">■</font> "She does all of her books herself...won't let anyone else touch her gil. I wonder why..." - '''<font style="font-variant:small-caps;font-size:14px;">Badgering Bookkeeper</font>'''.</div>
<div><font style="color:#948d8a;">■</font> "I hear she's quite good with Fire...used to be good at healing, too, from what I can tell. Hasn't seemed to try healing anyone for a while though. Strange...." - '''<font style="font-variant:small-caps;font-size:14px;">Busybody</font>'''.</div>
<div><font style="color:#948d8a;">■</font> "I've heard she lets her boyfriends abuse her. Poor thing, she really ought to stand up for herself!" - '''<font style="font-variant:small-caps;font-size:14px;">Busybody</font>'''.</div>
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<div style="padding:10px 25px; background: #EAB5C5; color:#62B1F6;font-size:14px;text-shadow: 1px 1px 1px #EAB5C5;"><b>◢ RARE RUMORS -</b> ''Very rarely overheard. Please ask before using!''</div>
<div><font style="color:#706b68;">■</font> "I've heard that if you're in the mood for a ''good time'', she knows a woman who does that sort of work. Rates are reasonable too." - '''<font style="font-variant:small-caps;font-size:14px;">Patron</font>'''.</div>
<div><font style="color:#706b68;">■</font> "Her past is kinda shady...I hear she's just nice to everyone to cover that up. - '''<font style="font-variant:small-caps;font-size:14px;">Shady Dealer</font>'''.</div>
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<div style="padding:10px 25px; background: #EAB5C5; color:#62B1F6;font-size:14px;text-shadow: 1px 1px 1px #EAB5C5;"><b>◢ PLAYER CHARACTER RUMORS -</b> ''Feel free to add rumors of your own!''</div>

<div><font style="color:#44413f;">■</font> ''"We are...like two sides to a coin. Yet I am honored to call her...friend."'' '''- <font style="font-variant:small-caps;font-size:14px;">[[Lily Dawnsworn]]</font>'''.</div>
<div><font style="color:#44413f;">■</font> ''"I will kill anyone who wishes her harm, that woman has saved my life and she does not realize it."'' '''- <font style="font-variant:small-caps;font-size:14px;">[[Deirdre Ta'ea]]</font>'''.</div>
<div><font style="color:#44413f;">■</font> ''"She is ... an above-average detective.... when she's got my help."'' '''- <font style="font-variant:small-caps;font-size:14px;">[[Rhu'to Brom]]</font>'''.</div>
<div><font style="color:#44413f;">■</font> ''"I've watched her kill to save the one's she loves. Anyone like that is a good ally to have in my book."'' '''- <font style="font-variant:small-caps;font-size:14px;">[[Vash Ashford]]</font>'''.</div>
<div><font style="color:#44413f;">■</font> ''"I'd hit that. Just saying."'' '''- <font style="font-variant:small-caps;font-size:14px;">[[Tayn Zolin]]</font>'''.</div>
<div><font style="color:#44413f;">■</font> ''"The Boss Lady's pretty smart, but she's got really terrible taste in men is all I'm sayin'."'' '''- <font style="font-variant:small-caps;font-size:14px;">[[Rio van Rosch]]</font>'''.</div>
<div><font style="color:#44413f;">■</font> ''"My heart; the light that banishes the fog and guides me home again."'' '''- <font style="font-variant:small-caps;font-size:14px;">[[Khale Embrise]]</font>'''.</div>
<div><font style="color:#44413f;">■</font> ''"A shrewd business woman, and a worthy mental sparing partner, be sure to double check your deals with this one."'' '''- <font style="font-variant:small-caps;font-size:14px;">[[Nako'li Chalahko]]</font>'''.</div>
<div><font style="color:#44413f;">■</font> ''"Too cute for her own good but with the heart of a ''lion'', I wouldn't want to be on the receiving end of her fury."'' '''- <font style="font-variant:small-caps;font-size:14px;">[[Lyse Crofte]]</font>'''.</div>

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<center><div><font style="color:#F02311;" size="2">♥</font> Romantic Attraction | <font style="color:#FA70BC;" size="2">♥</font> Platonic Love | <font style="color:#6B8E23;" size="2">✔</font> Positive | <font style="color:#C24640;" size="2">✖</font> Negative | <font style="color:#6b6e72;" size="2">●</font> Neutral </div><div><font style="font-size:13px;">'''<font style="font-variant:small-caps;font-weight:bold;font-size:12px;">note</font>''': Characters with whom Alothia has had little interaction with will be gradually cycled out. Also trying to be more active with her in RP after a long sort of hiatus so please forgive me if your name has slipped my mind! People who have left a lasting impression on Alothia will remain in the list, even if they're not currently playing/around.</font></div></center>

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: <div>'''<font style="font-variant:small-caps;">[[Khale Embrise]]</font>''' '''('''<font style="color:#F02311;" size="2">♥</font> ''')''' - '''Unexpected Connection.'''</div>
: <div>Alothia happened upon Khale in the Quicksand and, seeing the man alone, decided to approach him for conversation. In the time sense then, there hasn't been a day that they haven't spoken, and even if it is just for a few fleeting moments, they make a point of seeing each other. Surprised by the quickness with which their relationship progressed, they decided to just say screw it, and have recently become engaged.</div>
: <div>'''<font style="font-variant:small-caps;">[[Eric Verus]]</font>''' '''('''<font style="color:#FA70BC;" size="2">♥</font> ''')''' - '''Brother/Friend.'''</div>
: <div>Eric met Aly as a new recruit for Corvus Cinis right after the Calamity. They developed a budding romance, but Menphina had other plans for them. She has helped Eric overcome many things, as he has with her. Currently, they are still acquainted, but Aly wishes she got to see and speak with him more often.<.font></div>
: <div>'''<font style="font-variant:small-caps;">[[Tayn Zolin]]</font>''' '''(''' <font style="color:#6B8E23;" size="2">✔</font> ''')''' - '''Oh, Hot Dog.'''</div>
: <div>Tayn is currently the owner of Jutat De, and although Alothia plays along with his vague and joking exterior, she understands that underneath the surface lies a deep and critical man, though few get to see it. She enjoys spending time with him, even if half of the time is spent joking.</div>
: <div>'''<font style="font-variant:small-caps;">[[Lyse Crofte]]</font>''' '''(''' <font style="color:#6B8E23;" size="2">✔</font> ''')''' - '''Aetheric Disaster'''</div>
: <div>Alothia and Lyse met as a part of the Jutat De and have been on cordial terms. Alothia finds Lyse to be a blot of color on a dim landscape, and she hopes to befriend the woman in the future. She sees her relationship with Tayn as adorable, and tries to tease Tayn about it at every passing.</div>
: <div>'''<font style="font-variant:small-caps;">[[Kassandra Dawn]]</font>''' '''(''' <font style="color:#6B8E23;" size="2">✔</font> ''')''' - '''Kassabanana...'''</div>
: <div>Kass was one of Aly's first and closest friends in Eorzea. They went through much together before the Calamity, although they don't see each other as much as they used to. Aly's five year absence and subsequent disappearances have strained the relationship, although Alothia wishes to restore it someday.</div>
: <div>'''<font style="font-variant:small-caps;">[[Lily Dawnsworn]]</font>''' '''(''' <font style="color:#6B8E23;" size="2">✔</font> ''')''' - '''...''Serious Business'''''</div>
: <div>Lily is one of Aly's closest friends and confidantes, even though they are exact opposites. Lily is currently one of Aly's associates in Jutat De, a helpful moral compass when Aly loses her way, and a fun person to tease. </div>
: <div>'''<font style="font-variant:small-caps;">[[U'zhan Tia]]</font>''' '''('''<font style="color:#F02311;" size="2">♥</font> ''')''' - '''Friendly Fling.'''</div>
: <div> Aly and U'zhan met many moons ago in Soliloquy tavern, and they soon formed a fast friendship. Fast forward to Para's abandonment of their engagement, and the friendship became somewhat more. Nothing happened, however, until Alothia returned from her sojourn in the Shroud. Aly and U'zhan developed a casual fling, and even though they have affection for each other, they both realize that a serious relationship was not in the cards. Their fling lasted a few weeks, ending shortly before Aly began dating Khale.</div>
: <div>'''<font style="font-variant:small-caps;">[[Oskar Helvig]]</font>''' '''(''' <font style="color:#6b6e72;" size="2">●</font> ''')''' - '''First Love.'''</div>
: <div>Oskar was Alothia's first boyfriend in Eorzea. They dated for many moons back before the Calamity until drama with [[Deirdre Ta'ea]] ultimately caused them to split. Oskar disappeared into the caves of his forefathers, and is presumed dead.</div>
: <div>'''<font style="font-variant:small-caps;">[[Paradyme Capellago]]</font>''' '''(''' <font style="color:#6b6e72;" size="2">●</font> ''')''' - '''Ex Fiance.'''</div>
: <div>Alothia met Para one evening at the Soliloquy tavern, only to fall fast and hard into a relationship with the red-headed hyur. They quickly got engaged, only to have Para break the relationship with infidelity. They lost touch and never quite mended their relationship. She currently has no knowledge of his happenings.</div>
: <div>'''<font style="font-variant:small-caps;">[[Zenge Eien]]</font>''' '''(''' <font style="color:#6b6e72;" size="2">●</font> ''')''' - '''Garlean Persuasion'''</div>
: <div>Alothia and Zenge met at Corvus Cinis, developing a friendship that turned into romance after Oskar left the picture. Zenge's Garlean heritage never bothered Alothia, and they grew close despite the cultural differences. Unfortunately, the relationship grew strained, and ended completely once the Calamity passed. Alothia has not seen Zenge since a moon before the Calamity.</div>
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:: <div><font style="color:#585350;" size="2">■</font> '''Past Life'''. People who may have been involved in crime syndicates from back before the Calamity may have known Alothia</div>

: <div style="padding:0px 0px; font-size:16px;color:#74BBFB;text-shadow: 1px 1px 1px #dddddd;font-weight:bold;">'''Outside Links:'''</div>

:: <div><font style="color:#585350;" size="2">■</font> '''[http://menphinaskeeper.tumblr.com Menphina's Keeper]''' - A Tumblr blog. Alothia’s IC journal, as well as some inspirations pics and ask prompts.</div>
:: <div><font style="color:#585350;" size="2">■</font> '''[http://open.spotify.com/user/121309065/playlist/6rUwfYr4wQYqYodtmrtWIP Alothia's Playlist (spotify)]''' - WIP.</div>

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: * [http://tvtropes.org/pmwiki/pmwiki.php/Main/BadDreams Bad Dreams]
: * [http://tvtropes.org/pmwiki/pmwiki.php/Main/TheAtoner The Atoner]
: * [http://tvtropes.org/pmwiki/pmwiki.php/Main/BeneathTheMask Beneath the Mask]
: * [http://tvtropes.org/pmwiki/pmwiki.php/Main/PluckyGirl Plucky Girl]

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:: <div><font style="color:#585350;" size="2">■</font> Template adapted from [[Bancroft Gairn]], with edits by [[Xheja Rajhera]] / [[N'hadiya Khei]]. Further edited and adapted by [[User:Cuideag|Jajara Jara]] / [[User:Cuideag|Delial Grimsong]]. Even more edited by [[Alothia Starkwood]]</div>

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Alothia Starkwood

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Alothia:

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<div align=justify><div style="padding: 10px 15px;">Alothia Starkwood is a miqo'te woman who has lived a long and fruitful life, but one peppered with drama and intrigue. She has been the owner of a small company, girlfriend to a number of different men, friend to many people, and woman who takes time to get to know people from all walks of life.

At 26 years of age, she acts much more mature in some aspects than one would think, but not without an ample amount of immaturity to make up for it. She enjoys a good dirty joke or story, enjoys making her friends get flustered because of awkward situations, and generally has a wild sense of humor.

Although she exudes a flirty and chatty demeanor, it often conceals a tumult of emotions hidden beneath the surface. Very few people know the her that lurks in the interior of that storm, and she is tentative about extending that trust to people. If you do manage to crack that surface, however, you will have her as a steadfast and loyal friend, one willing to stand up to almost anything to protect those she cares about.
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<div><font style="color:#8f827a;">■</font> '''Miqa'bobs'''. Particularly Tuna. It reminds her of home.</div>
<div><font style="color:#8f827a;">■</font> '''Ear Scratches'''. She's a sucker for them.</div>
<div><font style="color:#8f827a;">■</font> '''Bubble baths'''. Nothing more relaxing than a tub.</div>
<div><font style="color:#8f827a;">■</font> '''Quirky people'''. People who are interesting interest her.</div>
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<div><font style="color:#7e7b79;">■</font> '''Being Pushed Around'''. No one puts Aly in the corner.</div>
<div><font style="color:#7e7b79;">■</font> '''Intolerance'''. Aly has spent many years being kind to others and learning their stories before judging. She wishes the same of others.</div>
<div><font style="color:#7e7b79;">■</font> '''Conflict'''. While it is a necessary evil, she avoids it like the plague.</div>
<div><font style="color:#7e7b79;">■</font> '''Rain'''. It makes her tail poof and her hair become matted. No to this. Unless it's the sound. She likes the sound of rain.</div>
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<div><font style="color:#8f827a;">■</font> '''Being Alone'''. If anything scares the woman, it is this. A life of solitude.</div>
<div><font style="color:#8f827a;">■</font> '''Manipulation'''. In her past life, she was extremely manipulative, and she hates to think she'd become like that again.</div>
<div><font style="color:#8f827a;">■</font> '''Death'''. Watching people die is her least favorite thing in the world, and losing those close to her is her worst fear.</div>
<div><font style="color:#8f827a;">■</font> '''Cheating'''. She is very self conscious and is always scared that her significant others will stray.</div>
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<div><font style="color:#7e7b79;">■</font> '''Charisma'''. Alothia is charismatic and it enables her to approach people of all walks of life for conversation.</div>
<div><font style="color:#7e7b79;">■</font> '''Thaumaturgy'''. She's great at blowing stuff up.</div>
<div><font style="color:#7e7b79;">■</font> '''Handwriting'''. She was taught how to write at a young age, and she practices daily.</div>
<div><font style="color:#7e7b79;">■</font> '''Organization'''. Alothia is great at keeping people organized. Not so much for her desk though.</div>
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<div><font style="color:#8f827a;">■</font> '''Emotional'''. Alothia is often swayed by her emotions, whether good or bad..</div>
<div><font style="color:#8f827a;">■</font> '''Naive'''. Alothia takes most people at face value. She wants to believe in the best in everyone.</div>
<div><font style="color:#8f827a;">■</font> '''Clumsy'''. While she can be a strong magic user, she is not very deft as far as easy tasks, and can get even clumsier when flustered.</div>
<div><font style="color:#8f827a;">■</font> '''Weak'''. She is trained to use daggers in close quarters, but if it came to a match of physical strength, she would lose.</div>
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<div><font style="color:#7e7b79;">■</font> '''Gridania'''. Home of her youth.</div>
<div><font style="color:#7e7b79;">■</font> '''Thal's Respite'''. She often goes there for contemplation.</div>
<div><font style="color:#7e7b79;">■</font> '''Sanctum of the Twelve'''. Somewhat religious, this is where Alothia travels to center herself.</div>
<div><font style="color:#7e7b79;">■</font> '''Hawthorne Hut'''. Favorite place ever. Quiet, nice view, hot springs. What more could you ask for?</div>
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*'''Height:''' Tall for a Miqo'te

*'''Weight:''' Averageish, slight tummy, full in the bust and hips

*'''Body:''' Soft and quick, some muscle definition.

*'''Hair:''' Long and tied back on the sides, Pink with blue highlights

*'''Eyes:''' Lavender

*'''Skin:''' Pale, some say pale to the point of looking like death, although not to her face.

*'''Clothing: ''' Alothia prefers to wear comfortable clothing, but also clothing that shows off her assets. For a night out, she enjoys wearing her Coatee, but when working, Alothia wears Robes and other traditional Conjurer garb.
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<div align=justify><div style="padding: 7px 15px;">Alothia is a multi skilled woman, although not as skilled as some. Her first and foremost skills lie in the magical arts. While she knows how to use them in the conventional sense, her specialization is the weaving of elements to create varied spells. Akin to weaving, she is able to take smallest threads of elements and use them to create something new. Always thinking on her toes, this is what makes her a most formidable opponent.
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<div align=justify><div style="padding:10px 15px;">Alothia is a well trained thaumaturge, with extra abilities when dealing with fire magic. She was trained in it when she was very young, as she had an affinity for it, and her parents hired her a private tutor. During her more unpleasant years, Alothia's signature were buildings left smouldering. Now, it is her main magic of defense.</div></div>

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<div align=justify><div style="padding:10px 15px;">When Alothia grew a little older, she also sought training from the Conjurers of the Fane. She learned to commune with the elementals and was an adept healer. Incidents beyond her control ripped her healing abilities from her, although she is able to still control wind, air, and earth.</div></div>

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<div align=justify><div style="padding:10px 15px;">Alothia has some training with the lance, although not as much to be considered of any value. She took up this training when spending a lot of time with the Everwatch.</div></div>

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<div align=justify><div style="padding:10px 15px;">During Alothia's earlier years, she made a point of being able to defend herself in close quarters. She almost always has a dagger or two hidden on her person, ready to use at any moment.</div></div>

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<div align=justify><div style="padding:10px 15px;">What Alothia lacks in physical power she makes up for in stamina and speed. She is quick and able to maneuver out of most situations, even despite her clumsy tendencies.</div></div>
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<div>Alothia grew up in the forest of the Eastern Shroud, near Hyrstmill. She came from a small family consisting of her father, mother and younger sister. Her childhood was a happy one, with the only problem being that her parents were always working and didn't have a ton of time to spend with her. Alothia saw what this did to her parents, this constant working, and decided that she didn't want to be a slave to work. It was about the same time that Alothia realized that she had a gift for getting people to like her and befriend her...she had become a manipulator. With these skills, she left home against the will of her parents at the age of 15. It was not a peaceful leaving, and things were said and done at the time that Alothia doesn't like to discuss.

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"My mother's name was Aughinae and my father's Emet. We lived in a small community not far away from Hyrstmill. My parents left the tribes, so I never knew what it was like growing up in that world. But, because my family wasn't a part of that group, they had to work extra hard to make it." She sighed at this point. "I remember being little and trying to get my parents' attention...but they were always working on something...I know it wasn't always like that, but that's what I remember most."
She shifted a little. "When I was 8, my sister Lini was born. She was cute...but she took what little time my parents had for me away. Over the next 7 turns, I grew more and more distant from my home, and started hanging out with kids from other families, and a lot of the kids I met when we took trips to the city to sell our goods." She played with the hem of her top. "I liked the freedom of the cities. I liked the people I met there. They liked me...I found I was...good...at getting people to do what I wanted."
She took the next part slow. "I ran away at 15. I remember screaming at my parents. I remember my mother crying...and then I left. And I never went back."
Her eyes glazed over, old feelings being dredged up, tears pooling at their corners. "I never got to apologize...when we came back from the skip, I went there to find them...but the house was gone. It was completely burned to the ground. There was nothing left..."

She wiped at the tears still left in her eyes and went on. "Life in the city was...very strange. I had made it a point to myself that I wouldn't become lost in work. So instead, I found no work at all. Instead, I let other people work for me. They did the dirty work. They got hurt. And I didn't care. I didn't really know any of them. They were merely faces that I could utilize to my end. It was a very hedonistic way of thinking, I know." She shrugged, the familiar feelings flooding her again. "I would take on jobs and send people out of them. Usually they were legitimate. Things like delivering a package...at least that's how it started. But I grew greedy. And my heart hardened. Why shouldn't I make more money? What was to stop me?" She shuddered. "I felt...powerful. People as my little pawns to use to my own end. I wasn't the one doing the work, so why should I care? Why would I care?"

She clenched her fists, "And so I began to take on more dangerous lines of work. Theiving. Roughing. Murder." She laughed callously, "But my hands are clean...for the most part. There were a few...tasks...I rather enjoyed." She opened her palm to show the familiar burning flame. "I was quite the firestarter~" She blew into her palm until the flame went out again, then closed her hand and her eyes.

“By the time I was 20, I had built quite a name for myself in the shadier circles. People came to me with jobs, and I took them all. My network of people was changing...I wasn't so sure what the people I was hiring were doing. Didn't care. I did befriend one girl...she was a young hyur thing. I suppose she reminded me of Lini. She wanted to please me so badly...so I sent her out on a job. I didn't think it would be a big deal. Go and steal a small thing..."

"When...when we found her...she was mutilated...she had been raped...they cut words into her flesh and left her there...they knew she was working for me and left her barely alive....they would have given her mercy had they killed her." She closed her eyes again. "It hit me then, the gravity of my actions. I left the city and wandered after that. I needed time to think..." She sobbed then, small squeaking noises escaping from her lips. "I was a horrible person..."

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The next few years of her life were not so good. She managed to do well for herself, but at the cost of others. Many people were used in order to keep Alothia afloat, including a young Miqo'te girl. She was one of Alothia's lackeys, and she was sent out to do a job...which ended up being much more than was bargained for. When the girl returned to Alothia; bruised, battered, and broken; Alothia finally saw firsthand the damage that she was doing to others. She stopped her illegal dealings, and managed to run into a childhood friend, Frosty Mouse, who managed to help her set up a small mercenary company.

The company thrived, growing from a small group of 2 or 3 workers, to a more extensive company. With the help of Zenge Eien, she named the company Corvus Cinis, after Zenge's old unit within the Garlean Army. While her company was thriving, she met one Mister Oskar Helvig, and they began a relationship. This relationship caused much dissension within the company as many of her employees did not like Oskar or the way that he seemingly manipulated Alothia.

About 4 moons into their relationship, Oskar felt that he needed a break, and he and Alothia parted ways. Lost in her loneliness, Alothia focused on her company, strengthening it's bonds and helping to bring new employees into the fold. She kindled a new relationship with colleague and friend, Zenge Eien with whom she feelt much more at ease. Their relationship was passionate and just what Alothia needed to bring her focus back to the company and what was important.

However, as the moons went on, Zenge grew more and more distant, spending much more time out on patrols for the Twin Adders. By the time the Calamity hit, Alothia and Zenge were completely separated. Zenge left, worried that his ties to the Garlean Empire would mean trouble for Alothia, and indeed they did. Constantly worried about being hunted down, Alothia fled deep into the Twelveswood to hide. She was not seen by the company nor any others for quite sometime. Yet the day that Dalmud fell, Alothia, determined to do her part, came out of hiding to help tend the wounds of those in the battle. While she did not see any of her companions there, she felt that she had at least done her part when it mattered most.
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'''Right Afterward'''
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Alothia appeared again in the middle of the Twelveswood completely bewildered and unsure of what had just happened. The next few weeks went by in a blur, Alothia searching the Twelveswood for people she knew. On her travels, she found Endricane, equally as bewildered. They made their way to Quarrymill, or what was left of it, to try to find Kass. Instead, they found a house burnt to the ground, and no one who could tell them what had happened. Afterward, they made their way to where Alothia had grown up, only to find a similar situation. In their mutual grief they comforted each other, and then parted ways. Alothia then traveled to the three city states.

First, Alothia traveled to Gridania, searching for word of her parents and sister. There, she signed back up with the Twin Adders, and checked in with the Stillglade Fane. While there, she helped for a few weeks with healing the sick. She also learned about the skip, and that five years had passed since the battle of Cartineau Flats. She was dumbstruck and did not leave her in room for several days. Finally, she decided to head to Ul'Dah to check on her properties.

When she traveled there, the first thing she did was go to the Corvus Cinis headquarters, but found the building silent. She asked local merchants if they knew who currently owned the place, but none of them could tell her anything about the man who seemed to be living there. She frequented the Mineral Concern and the merchant stalls trying to catch wind of anyone she knew, until finally she heard that other people like her had been heading to Limsa Lominsa to the Soliloquy tavern.

In the next few weeks, she made her way across Thanalan to La Noseca and eventually Limsa Lominsa. She managed to secure a room at the Mizzenmast and began traveling the city looking for familiar faces. She was pleased to see that Soliloquy was what everyone had said, a gathering ground for people like her. There she was reunited with Xenedra and Kass, and met quite a few other people.

The suns went on, and she met a young Hyur named Paradyme Capellago. They began seeing each other on an exclusive basis, and quickly progressed that relationship from dating to being engaged. Everything was fine until Para's brother, Joshua, came looking for him. Alothia, along with her friends Lainseworth and Vash, made a daring rescue attempt. They managed to get Para back, but at the loss of the evil man who had captured him. Eventually, this resentment took a toll on their relationship, and Para quickly broke off the engagement, and slept with another woman, causing a rift between the two of them that could not be repaired as far as a relationship was concerned.
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'''Love...quadrangles?'''
<spoiler>Following the breakup that Para thrust upon her, Alothia became a sad individual, spending much of her time alone and contemplating. Her friends, however, did not want her to be alone. Eric and Lily began spending more time with her in an attempt to cheer her. Feelings, however, soon developed between Eric and Alothia, but that wasn't the end of it. After a trip to Soliloquy and an excursion in Limsa Lominsa, Alothia soon started having similar feelings for Kanko Saou, a seemingly surly Miqo'te. To further complicate matters, after a surprise training session from her friend Mikael, she also found herself having feelings for him as well.

This was all a bit too much for the miqo'te woman, and after a week or two of being mired in the misery of indecision, Alothia decided that she needed to take a step back from all of them, and headed out to Coerthas. Kanko, however, followed her, and after a while, Alothia found that her heart had made her decision for her. This too, didn't come without complications. Deirdre Ta'ea, sometimes friend and sometimes foe, also had feelings for Kanko, which she kept hidden.

Once the pair returned from Coerthas, they attended the Seventh Annual Full Cold Moon Gala, with the rest of Corvus Cinis. The crowd was too much, however, and the majority of Corvus made their way to Camp Bronze Lake for some rest and relaxation. While there, Deirdre showed up, and threatened to kill Para for breaking his vow to Alothia, and ended up in a skirmish with Kanko as well. Alothia, seemingly defeated, stepped back and let them fight it out, with Deirdre fleeing at the end, and Alothia tending to Kanko's wounds.

A few suns later, Kanko approached Deirdre to confront her about the situation, and to retrieve the pendant she had stolen. When he returned, Alothia spoke with him of the conversation that he had had with Deirdre, which included Deirdre confessing her love for him. Alothia expected him to change his mind with his decision, but was instead surprised with his own confession of love. Having harbored the same feelings herself, she returned the sentiments, even if she was still a bit wary of the situation with Deirdre.
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'''I Just Can't Stomach It'''
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'''The Tale of Souyo Xander'''
((This summary is copied from the AST/CC forums, and was written by Eric Verus))
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- A Corvus upon itself - (9/15/13 - 9/21/13)

Corvus Cinis has been betrayed from within. The veteran Souyo Xander has betrayed his allies by succumbing to the influence of a darkened crystal that draws out the negative impulses in a person, in an attempt to gain power. The darkness within has pulled Souyo into a conquest to kill all Garleans, potentially purging, even those among Eorzean Citizenry, in retaliation to the travesties of the Garlean Military occupying parts of Eorzea. Lily Dawnsworn, Lainsworth Ravencraft, and Eric Verus met Souyo on the field of battle, and were soundly defeated by the powers both a crystal of darkness, and a crystal of light that Souyo once bore as a Paladin.

To make matters worse,Vash Ashford, the cheerful Miqo’te member of the Company, as well as the strange Seeress known as ‘K’oriah’ were also corrupted under the influence of the Dark Crystal and pulled to Souyo’s side. Displaying that any member could be potentially vulnerable the company Leaders Alothia Starkwood and Lily Dawnsworn called for a lockdown on communications on the Company’s Linkshell communications, in an effort to protect members from further attacks. Meanwhile, Eric Verus launched a silent inquiry, using his skills in the Arcane and his experience in his encounter with the Dark Crystal to help verify allies and put the leadership at better ease.

Unfortunately, not all were alerted to the goings on in process, and the Sorcerer Starwind Meladon was captured and held hostage, and Paradyme Capellago was shot by a Darksteel Arrow from Vash Ashford. Demands were made for Lily Dawnsworn, Eric Verus, and Alothia Starkwood to meet Souyo near the mountain ridge of Behemoth’s Dominion, in exchange for Starwind’s safe return. While left no other choice to comply, the trio were not content to simply walk into what they knew was a trap and each, individually and as a group formulated their own plans for confronting the corrupted Dragoon and his cohorts…

- The Battle of the Dominion - (9/22/13)

The two Trio’s met in Behemoth’s Dominion, where Souyo surrendered the unconscious Starwind as agreed, however, when Eric called reinforcements to gather the man, the Seeress K’oriah summoned a large Voidsent to attack the group, and thus a large battle began in earnest.

Lily moved to engage Souyo, while Eric and Alothia engaged the Voidsent and the remaining two opponents with surprises of their own. Eric decided that his loyalty to Corvus superseded the bounds of law, and brought with him a Garlean Gunblade, which he used to keep Vash’s arrows at bay, while displaying a tremendous amount of magical resistance to spells and curses alike. While Alothia performed like an elemental fiend unleashed, displaying a level of offensive power not yet seen from her previously.

Yet even as the Voidkin was bested with the might of Magic, and the Souyo and company began to feel pressure on all ends, the roaring cry of the Behemoth could be heard as it approached… it seemed that both companies would soon face the rampage of the great Beast of the Dominion.

Fortunately, reinforcements from Corvus Cinus by distress calls, arrived just in time to engage the hearty beast. Among the many brave heroes of note:

Tayn Zolin, whose quick wit and scouting lead the impromptu reinforcements to reach the Dominion just in time.

Lainsworth Ravenclaw, recently re-emerging with renewing Paladin powers , whom was able to rearm Lily at a critical moment with Giantsgall Sword dubbed ‘Justice’.

Mixie Trixie, able to show unique skills and powers to the Prismatic Crystal reacquired from Alothia on the field.

Rio van Rash, who appeared herself on the field to aid the wounded at Eric’s behest, even after smuggling him her hand-crafted gunblade.

Paradyme and Rhashi - who made sure in all the chaos Starwin Maleon and other wounded made it to safety from the battle, putting even their own lives at risk to save others.

- among many others, even allies not yet members of Corvus Cinius.

Meanwhile, as Lily began to drive Souyo back with skilled swordsmanship, some of which learned from Souyo’s own personal diaries. Alothia unleashed a powerful fireball inadvertently that would have scorched Eric along with Vash and K’oriah, though the Seeress mysteriously placed herself in more direct danger to push Eric to safety, much to his surprise.

However, the forces of the Darkened Crystal had one last card to play. Battered and burned, Vash Ashford detonated the cliffside, which had been secretly packed with explosives. This triggered a landslide that injured many member of Corvus Cinis, as well as pinning the Behemoth beneath the rubble. Alothia and Eric both were flung from the cliffs in the explosion, landing hard upon the snow below. Alothia collided with a rock and lost consciousness, with Eric’s previous wounds and surgery scars being strained to the point of re-opening on landing.

Souyo capitalized on the moment of weakness in the beast, and slammed his spear into the skull of the Behemoth,revealing his intention in the creatures dying wails. A Lightened Crystal, which he aimed to claim for his own, were it not for the pursuit of Lily who tossed Souyo’s old Paladin blade to knock it from his hands had sprung from the Behemoth’s life force. The Crystal Emitted a field of energy that prevented all others from interfering, and the two reengaged into their duel, fighting over who would claim this new source of power.

Vash and K’oriah began to make their escape from the Dominion, climbing up the cliffs of the craggy mountains, when they were met by the arrival of K’anko Tia, who had scaled the mountain by hand to single handedly ambush a flee-attempt from Corvus’s foes, in spite of discharging himself from the Company earlier. Tossing the Mage to the side, K’anko engaged Vash directly in combat, forcing the Seer to look onto the violence from afar.

Souyo fought with new Ferocity, meaning to claim the crystal for his own. However just as he was about to strike downwards from a powerful blow that would have dealt a grievous wound, Eric, having closed his wounds through sheer force of magical power and assistance from his Eos, unleashed a ruin spell that struck the man in mid-air, making the would be powerful strike into a battle-deciding blunder, giving Lily the opportunity to claim the Lightened Crystal for her own, and force the man to flee from the scene.

- Aftermath of the Battle -

Due to interference from the Fleeing Souyo, Kanko suffered severe wounds in his battle with Vash. However, he did not leave empty handed. The Miqo’te fighter managed to capture Vash, who fell unconscious to his wounds, and drag the youth from the Dominion to Corvus Cinus headquarters in Fallgourd Float, where the Remainder of the Company had gathered post battle.

In spite of wounds of their own, Mixie, Eric, and Sesseriku, a friend of the the Company, all went to tend the others over themselves. However, they were met by Deirdre Ta’ea, who, after questioning Eric’s intentions for the captured Vash Ashford, decided to take him herself for her own intentions. Too weak and weary from the fighting, Eric decided against engaging the Elezen woman, and commanded the Company to stand down and allow her to leave with the Miqo’te traitor - shortly before collapsing to exhaustion himself.

Sesseriku was finally given a pearl to the Company by Lily, in thanks for all his deeds - marking the first new recruitment to the Company since the betrayal, and a shift in the tides of the conflict.

- A moment’s Respite - (9/23/13 - ??/??/??)

The Pearl Souyo had in order to capitalize on communication was destroyed, his plan to acquire another crystal of power foiled, yet he was still at large, with many members of Corvus wounded or exhausted to collapse. The Company, however, won a small victory in earning the security of their communications once more and some semblance of normalcy could return. With Souyo having to face defeat at the loss of his own objective, there would be a moment’s pause in which he would have to reassess his tactics, and for the moment, a measure of peace would be enjoyed.

However, for those closest to the conflict, this time would be a matter of preparation, for they aimed to make the next confrontation with Souyo the last.

- A moment’s Respite - (9/23/13 - 9/25/13)

The Pearl Souyo had in order to capitalize on communication was destroyed, his plan to acquire another crystal of power foiled, yet he was still at large, with many members of Corvus wounded or exhausted to collapse. The Company, however, won a small victory in earning the security of their communications once more and some semblance of normalcy could return. With Souyo having to face defeat at the loss of his own objective, there would be a moment’s pause in which he would have to reassess his tactics, and for the moment, a measure of peace would be enjoyed.

However, for those closest to the conflict, this time would be a matter of preparation, for they aimed to make the next confrontation with Souyo the last.

Eric, who had suffered under his exhaustion, mysteriously recovered after a heavily fevered day of unconsciousness. Concerned for events, he retreated for some time of meditation, and was promptly chastised by Lily, who asked him not to make a habit of such sudden disappearances.

Meanwhile, the more stationary Alothia and K'anko resorted to a series of prank-letters, plaguing Lily and Eric with jokes regarding the pair. After a frustration-inspired bout of drinking, however the bonds of trust between Lily and Eric were strengthened as Lily confided her past to the Arcanist privately.

Vash Ashford was put to question by Deirdre, and it was found that separation from the corrupting power of the Darkened Crystal actually resulted in a form of madness, and during a Prisoner Transfer, he made an escape under circumstances Eric calls into question, but does not get an straight answer from K'anko. Conversation's spark once again about the safety of the Company as a whole, and it is agreed upon that Corvus Headquarters be temporarily moved to the Observatory in Coerthas Highlands for the protection of the company.

((The transcript ends here as at this point, K'anko and Alothia are captured by Garleans, and her knowledge of the situation after this point ceases))
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'''Captured'''
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K'anko and Alothia were out near the Garlean outpost in the Black Shroud, when suddenly they were ambushed by a scouting party of Garleans. They were separated and taken into custody inside the Castrum. Inside, they were allowed to see each other only a few times, each undergoing their own trials.

Alothia's experiences inside the fortress left her battle scarred and jumpy. Physical abuse was not something she was used to, and coupled with the mental abuse of trying to get secrets out of them, she had a difficult time adjusting to life when they were finally rescued by members of Jutat De, Lily and Tayn.

In order to gain back some of her composure, K'anko and Alothia went on an extended hiatus from the company, taking time to settle things between themselves and the world around them.
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'''Welcome Home'''
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Upon returning to Jutat De, Alothia and K'anko once again became involved in the lives of the others they once knew. Now a member of the Dark Embers company, Eric called out to them to tell of new developments with his problem. Apparently the woman whom he had once loved was nothing short of an Ascian, and she had been using Eric to help incubate a new type of Voidsent. With the banishment of the crystal from his stomach, things had almost turned normal. However, there was a problem. The shards which Eric had frequently vomited up during his sickness called to the Void and the Ascian woman.
Searching for the remainder of the crystals, Eric and company recruited the help of Alothia and K'anko. They managed to track down disturbances in once peaceful places, and were worried that this would only spiral more out of control. Eric and Dark Embers managed to have a confrontation with the woman, and in the aftermath, returned to the place to study the residual Aetherial signatures.
Alothia studied the signatures and attempted to resonate with the frequencies she found. Unfortunately, this caused another problem. Alothia inadvertently touched the Void with which the Ascians were linked. After a few suns of being knocked out, Alothia woke to hear voices, voices she could not get rid of. They caused her to be riddled with self doubt and anger, and in an attempt to find her center again, she fled to the woods with K'anko once more, without so much as a word to the people she had left behind.
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'''The Beginning of the End'''
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The voices grew stronger and more persistent as their time in the Shroud went on. With only K'anko as her confidant, Alothia grew more and more paranoid of the man, finding that even his presence was leading to her troubles. In an attempt to save both him and herself, she sent him on his own way, ending the relationship that had once caused her so much comfort. Where he went, she does not know.
Alothia then returned to Gridania and sought the help of the one place she thought might be able to help, the Stillglade Fane. Conjurers of the guild studied her for some time, and in order to quiet the voices of the Void, they attempted to teach her simple meditation skills. For a few moons, Alothia stayed with them under their tutelage. Armed with some sort of defenses, Alothia decided that it was best to try to return home, and she made the trek back to Ul'dah to return to the company she once called home.
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'''Good Things Come to Those Who Wait'''
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<div align=center><div>Some of these rumors are untrue, speculation, or are greatly exaggerated. Please feel free to add your own rumors under the Player Character category!</div></div>

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<div style="padding:10px 25px; background: #EAB5C5; color:#62B1F6;font-size:14px;text-shadow: 1px 1px 1px #EAB5C5;"><b>◢ COMMON RUMORS - </b>''Easily overheard. Use these freely!''</div>
<div><font style="color:#b3aba6;">■</font> "I heard that she used to date Oskar...how did she manage to put up with him?" - '''<font style="font-variant:small-caps;font-size:14px;">Finicky Friend</font>'''.</div>
<div><font style="color:#b3aba6;">■</font> "Didn't she run that company...Corvus Cinis? I heard they needed a new front door every week." - '''<font style="font-variant:small-caps;font-size:14px;">Crotchety Carpenter</font>'''.</div>
<div><font style="color:#b3aba6;">■</font> "She sure knows how to control the elements. All of 'em too, from what I can tell." - '''<font style="font-variant:small-caps;font-size:14px;">Tawdry Thaumaturge</font>'''.</div>
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<div style="padding:10px 25px; background: #EAB5C5; color:#62B1F6;font-size:14px;text-shadow: 1px 1px 1px #EAB5C5;"><b>◢ UNCOMMON RUMORS -</b> ''A little more difficult to hear. Use sparingly or ask first!''</div>
<div><font style="color:#948d8a;">■</font> "She does all of her books herself...won't let anyone else touch her gil. I wonder why..." - '''<font style="font-variant:small-caps;font-size:14px;">Badgering Bookkeeper</font>'''.</div>
<div><font style="color:#948d8a;">■</font> "I hear she's quite good with Fire...used to be good at healing, too, from what I can tell. Hasn't seemed to try healing anyone for a while though. Strange...." - '''<font style="font-variant:small-caps;font-size:14px;">Busybody</font>'''.</div>
<div><font style="color:#948d8a;">■</font> "I've heard she lets her boyfriends abuse her. Poor thing, she really ought to stand up for herself!" - '''<font style="font-variant:small-caps;font-size:14px;">Busybody</font>'''.</div>
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<div style="padding:10px 25px; background: #EAB5C5; color:#62B1F6;font-size:14px;text-shadow: 1px 1px 1px #EAB5C5;"><b>◢ RARE RUMORS -</b> ''Very rarely overheard. Please ask before using!''</div>
<div><font style="color:#706b68;">■</font> "I've heard that if you're in the mood for a ''good time'', she knows a woman who does that sort of work. Rates are reasonable too." - '''<font style="font-variant:small-caps;font-size:14px;">Patron</font>'''.</div>
<div><font style="color:#706b68;">■</font> "Her past is kinda shady...I hear she's just nice to everyone to cover that up. - '''<font style="font-variant:small-caps;font-size:14px;">Shady Dealer</font>'''.</div>
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<div style="padding:10px 25px; background: #EAB5C5; color:#62B1F6;font-size:14px;text-shadow: 1px 1px 1px #EAB5C5;"><b>◢ PLAYER CHARACTER RUMORS -</b> ''Feel free to add rumors of your own!''</div>

<div><font style="color:#44413f;">■</font> ''"We are...like two sides to a coin. Yet I am honored to call her...friend."'' '''- <font style="font-variant:small-caps;font-size:14px;">[[Lily Dawnsworn]]</font>'''.</div>
<div><font style="color:#44413f;">■</font> ''"I will kill anyone who wishes her harm, that woman has saved my life and she does not realize it."'' '''- <font style="font-variant:small-caps;font-size:14px;">[[Deirdre Ta'ea]]</font>'''.</div>
<div><font style="color:#44413f;">■</font> ''"She is ... an above-average detective.... when she's got my help."'' '''- <font style="font-variant:small-caps;font-size:14px;">[[Rhu'to Brom]]</font>'''.</div>
<div><font style="color:#44413f;">■</font> ''"I've watched her kill to save the one's she loves. Anyone like that is a good ally to have in my book."'' '''- <font style="font-variant:small-caps;font-size:14px;">[[Vash Ashford]]</font>'''.</div>
<div><font style="color:#44413f;">■</font> ''"I'd hit that. Just saying."'' '''- <font style="font-variant:small-caps;font-size:14px;">[[Tayn Zolin]]</font>'''.</div>
<div><font style="color:#44413f;">■</font> ''"The Boss Lady's pretty smart, but she's got really terrible taste in men is all I'm sayin'."'' '''- <font style="font-variant:small-caps;font-size:14px;">[[Rio van Rosch]]</font>'''.</div>
<div><font style="color:#44413f;">■</font> ''"My heart; the light that banishes the fog and guides me home again."'' '''- <font style="font-variant:small-caps;font-size:14px;">[[Khale Embrise]]</font>'''.</div>
<div><font style="color:#44413f;">■</font> ''"A shrewd business woman, and a worthy mental sparing partner, be sure to double check your deals with this one."'' '''- <font style="font-variant:small-caps;font-size:14px;">[[Nako'li Chalahko]]</font>'''.</div>
<div><font style="color:#44413f;">■</font> ''"Too cute for her own good but with the heart of a ''lion'', I wouldn't want to be on the receiving end of her fury."'' '''- <font style="font-variant:small-caps;font-size:14px;">[[Lyse Crofte]]</font>'''.</div>

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<center><div><font style="color:#F02311;" size="2">♥</font> Romantic Attraction | <font style="color:#FA70BC;" size="2">♥</font> Platonic Love | <font style="color:#6B8E23;" size="2">✔</font> Positive | <font style="color:#C24640;" size="2">✖</font> Negative | <font style="color:#6b6e72;" size="2">●</font> Neutral </div><div><font style="font-size:13px;">'''<font style="font-variant:small-caps;font-weight:bold;font-size:12px;">note</font>''': Characters with whom Alothia has had little interaction with will be gradually cycled out. Also trying to be more active with her in RP after a long sort of hiatus so please forgive me if your name has slipped my mind! People who have left a lasting impression on Alothia will remain in the list, even if they're not currently playing/around.</font></div></center>

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: <div>'''<font style="font-variant:small-caps;">[[Khale Embrise]]</font>''' '''('''<font style="color:#F02311;" size="2">♥</font> ''')''' - '''Unexpected Connection.'''</div>
: <div>Alothia happened upon Khale in the Quicksand and, seeing the man alone, decided to approach him for conversation. In the time sense then, there hasn't been a day that they haven't spoken, and even if it is just for a few fleeting moments, they make a point of seeing each other. Surprised by the quickness with which their relationship progressed, they decided to just say screw it, and have recently become engaged.</div>
: <div>'''<font style="font-variant:small-caps;">[[Eric Verus]]</font>''' '''('''<font style="color:#FA70BC;" size="2">♥</font> ''')''' - '''Brother/Friend.'''</div>
: <div>Eric met Aly as a new recruit for Corvus Cinis right after the Calamity. They developed a budding romance, but Menphina had other plans for them. She has helped Eric overcome many things, as he has with her. Currently, they are still acquainted, but Aly wishes she got to see and speak with him more often.<.font></div>
: <div>'''<font style="font-variant:small-caps;">[[Tayn Zolin]]</font>''' '''(''' <font style="color:#6B8E23;" size="2">✔</font> ''')''' - '''Oh, Hot Dog.'''</div>
: <div>Tayn is currently the owner of Jutat De, and although Alothia plays along with his vague and joking exterior, she understands that underneath the surface lies a deep and critical man, though few get to see it. She enjoys spending time with him, even if half of the time is spent joking.</div>
: <div>'''<font style="font-variant:small-caps;">[[Lyse Crofte]]</font>''' '''(''' <font style="color:#6B8E23;" size="2">✔</font> ''')''' - '''Aetheric Disaster'''</div>
: <div>Alothia and Lyse met as a part of the Jutat De and have been on cordial terms. Alothia finds Lyse to be a blot of color on a dim landscape, and she hopes to befriend the woman in the future. She sees her relationship with Tayn as adorable, and tries to tease Tayn about it at every passing.</div>
: <div>'''<font style="font-variant:small-caps;">[[Kassandra Dawn]]</font>''' '''(''' <font style="color:#6B8E23;" size="2">✔</font> ''')''' - '''Kassabanana...'''</div>
: <div>Kass was one of Aly's first and closest friends in Eorzea. They went through much together before the Calamity, although they don't see each other as much as they used to. Aly's five year absence and subsequent disappearances have strained the relationship, although Alothia wishes to restore it someday.</div>
: <div>'''<font style="font-variant:small-caps;">[[Lily Dawnsworn]]</font>''' '''(''' <font style="color:#6B8E23;" size="2">✔</font> ''')''' - '''...''Serious Business'''''</div>
: <div>Lily is one of Aly's closest friends and confidantes, even though they are exact opposites. Lily is currently one of Aly's associates in Jutat De, a helpful moral compass when Aly loses her way, and a fun person to tease. </div>
: <div>'''<font style="font-variant:small-caps;">[[U'zhan Tia]]</font>''' '''('''<font style="color:#F02311;" size="2">♥</font> ''')''' - '''Friendly Fling.'''</div>
: <div> Aly and U'zhan met many moons ago in Soliloquy tavern, and they soon formed a fast friendship. Fast forward to Para's abandonment of their engagement, and the friendship became somewhat more. Nothing happened, however, until Alothia returned from her sojourn in the Shroud. Aly and U'zhan developed a casual fling, and even though they have affection for each other, they both realize that a serious relationship was not in the cards. Their fling lasted a few weeks, ending shortly before Aly began dating Khale.</div>
: <div>'''<font style="font-variant:small-caps;">[[Oskar Helvig]]</font>''' '''(''' <font style="color:#6b6e72;" size="2">●</font> ''')''' - '''First Love.'''</div>
: <div>Oskar was Alothia's first boyfriend in Eorzea. They dated for many moons back before the Calamity until drama with [[Deirdre Ta'ea]] ultimately caused them to split. Oskar disappeared into the caves of his forefathers, and is presumed dead.</div>
: <div>'''<font style="font-variant:small-caps;">[[Paradyme Capellago]]</font>''' '''(''' <font style="color:#6b6e72;" size="2">●</font> ''')''' - '''Ex Fiance.'''</div>
: <div>Alothia met Para one evening at the Soliloquy tavern, only to fall fast and hard into a relationship with the red-headed hyur. They quickly got engaged, only to have Para break the relationship with infidelity. They lost touch and never quite mended their relationship. She currently has no knowledge of his happenings.</div>
: <div>'''<font style="font-variant:small-caps;">[[Zenge Eien]]</font>''' '''(''' <font style="color:#6b6e72;" size="2">●</font> ''')''' - '''Garlean Persuasion'''</div>
: <div>Alothia and Zenge met at Corvus Cinis, developing a friendship that turned into romance after Oskar left the picture. Zenge's Garlean heritage never bothered Alothia, and they grew close despite the cultural differences. Unfortunately, the relationship grew strained, and ended completely once the Calamity passed. Alothia has not seen Zenge since a moon before the Calamity.</div>
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<div style="padding:0px 0px; font-size:16px;color:#74BBFB;text-shadow: 1px 1px 1px #dddddd;font-weight:bold;">'''Potential Hooks'''</div>

:: <div><font style="color:#585350;" size="2">■</font> '''Past Life'''. People who may have been involved in crime syndicates from back before the Calamity may have known Alothia</div>

: <div style="padding:0px 0px; font-size:16px;color:#74BBFB;text-shadow: 1px 1px 1px #dddddd;font-weight:bold;">'''Outside Links:'''</div>

:: <div><font style="color:#585350;" size="2">■</font> '''[http://menphinaskeeper.tumblr.com Menphina's Keeper]''' - A Tumblr blog. Alothia’s IC journal, as well as some inspirations pics and ask prompts.</div>
:: <div><font style="color:#585350;" size="2">■</font> '''[http://open.spotify.com/user/121309065/playlist/6rUwfYr4wQYqYodtmrtWIP Alothia's Playlist (spotify)]''' - WIP.</div>

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: * [http://tvtropes.org/pmwiki/pmwiki.php/Main/BadDreams Bad Dreams]
: * [http://tvtropes.org/pmwiki/pmwiki.php/Main/TheAtoner The Atoner]
: * [http://tvtropes.org/pmwiki/pmwiki.php/Main/BeneathTheMask Beneath the Mask]
: * [http://tvtropes.org/pmwiki/pmwiki.php/Main/PluckyGirl Plucky Girl]

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:: <div><font style="color:#585350;" size="2">■</font> Template adapted from [[Bancroft Gairn]], with edits by [[Xheja Rajhera]] / [[N'hadiya Khei]]. Further edited and adapted by [[User:Cuideag|Jajara Jara]] / [[User:Cuideag|Delial Grimsong]]. Even more edited by [[Alothia Starkwood]]</div>

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[[Category:Player Character]]
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[[category:Miqo'te]][[category:Miqo'te Keeper of the Moon]]

2015-03-18T11:30:32Z

Alothia:

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<div align=justify><div style="padding: 10px 15px;">Alothia Starkwood is a miqo'te woman who has lived a long and fruitful life, but one peppered with drama and intrigue. She has been the owner of a small company, girlfriend to a number of different men, friend to many people, and woman who takes time to get to know people from all walks of life.

At 26 years of age, she acts much more mature in some aspects than one would think, but not without an ample amount of immaturity to make up for it. She enjoys a good dirty joke or story, enjoys making her friends get flustered because of awkward situations, and generally has a wild sense of humor.

Although she exudes a flirty and chatty demeanor, it often conceals a tumult of emotions hidden beneath the surface. Very few people know the her that lurks in the interior of that storm, and she is tentative about extending that trust to people. If you do manage to crack that surface, however, you will have her as a steadfast and loyal friend, one willing to stand up to almost anything to protect those she cares about.
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<div><font style="color:#8f827a;">■</font> '''Miqa'bobs'''. Particularly Tuna. It reminds her of home.</div>
<div><font style="color:#8f827a;">■</font> '''Ear Scratches'''. She's a sucker for them.</div>
<div><font style="color:#8f827a;">■</font> '''Bubble baths'''. Nothing more relaxing than a tub.</div>
<div><font style="color:#8f827a;">■</font> '''Quirky people'''. People who are interesting interest her.</div>
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<div><font style="color:#7e7b79;">■</font> '''Being Pushed Around'''. No one puts Aly in the corner.</div>
<div><font style="color:#7e7b79;">■</font> '''Intolerance'''. Aly has spent many years being kind to others and learning their stories before judging. She wishes the same of others.</div>
<div><font style="color:#7e7b79;">■</font> '''Conflict'''. While it is a necessary evil, she avoids it like the plague.</div>
<div><font style="color:#7e7b79;">■</font> '''Rain'''. It makes her tail poof and her hair become matted. No to this. Unless it's the sound. She likes the sound of rain.</div>
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<div><font style="color:#8f827a;">■</font> '''Being Alone'''. If anything scares the woman, it is this. A life of solitude.</div>
<div><font style="color:#8f827a;">■</font> '''Manipulation'''. In her past life, she was extremely manipulative, and she hates to think she'd become like that again.</div>
<div><font style="color:#8f827a;">■</font> '''Death'''. Watching people die is her least favorite thing in the world, and losing those close to her is her worst fear.</div>
<div><font style="color:#8f827a;">■</font> '''Cheating'''. She is very self conscious and is always scared that her significant others will stray.</div>
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<div><font style="color:#7e7b79;">■</font> '''Charisma'''. Alothia is charismatic and it enables her to approach people of all walks of life for conversation.</div>
<div><font style="color:#7e7b79;">■</font> '''Thaumaturgy'''. She's great at blowing stuff up.</div>
<div><font style="color:#7e7b79;">■</font> '''Handwriting'''. She was taught how to write at a young age, and she practices daily.</div>
<div><font style="color:#7e7b79;">■</font> '''Organization'''. Alothia is great at keeping people organized. Not so much for her desk though.</div>
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<div><font style="color:#8f827a;">■</font> '''Emotional'''. Alothia is often swayed by her emotions, whether good or bad..</div>
<div><font style="color:#8f827a;">■</font> '''Naive'''. Alothia takes most people at face value. She wants to believe in the best in everyone.</div>
<div><font style="color:#8f827a;">■</font> '''Clumsy'''. While she can be a strong magic user, she is not very deft as far as easy tasks, and can get even clumsier when flustered.</div>
<div><font style="color:#8f827a;">■</font> '''Weak'''. She is trained to use daggers in close quarters, but if it came to a match of physical strength, she would lose.</div>
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<div><font style="color:#7e7b79;">■</font> '''Gridania'''. Home of her youth.</div>
<div><font style="color:#7e7b79;">■</font> '''Thal's Respite'''. She often goes there for contemplation.</div>
<div><font style="color:#7e7b79;">■</font> '''Sanctum of the Twelve'''. Somewhat religious, this is where Alothia travels to center herself.</div>
<div><font style="color:#7e7b79;">■</font> '''Hawthorne Hut'''. Favorite place ever. Quiet, nice view, hot springs. What more could you ask for?</div>
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*'''Height:''' Tall for a Miqo'te

*'''Weight:''' Averageish, slight tummy, full in the bust and hips

*'''Body:''' Soft and quick, some muscle definition.

*'''Hair:''' Long and tied back on the sides, Pink with blue highlights

*'''Eyes:''' Lavender

*'''Skin:''' Pale, some say pale to the point of looking like death, although not to her face.

*'''Clothing: ''' Alothia prefers to wear comfortable clothing, but also clothing that shows off her assets. For a night out, she enjoys wearing her Coatee, but when working, Alothia wears Robes and other traditional Conjurer garb.
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<div align=justify><div style="padding: 7px 15px;">Alothia is a multi skilled woman, although not as skilled as some. Her first and foremost skills lie in the magical arts. While she knows how to use them in the conventional sense, her specialization is the weaving of elements to create varied spells. Akin to weaving, she is able to take smallest threads of elements and use them to create something new. Always thinking on her toes, this is what makes her a most formidable opponent.
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<div align=justify><div style="padding:10px 15px;">Alothia is a well trained thaumaturge, with extra abilities when dealing with fire magic. She was trained in it when she was very young, as she had an affinity for it, and her parents hired her a private tutor. During her more unpleasant years, Alothia's signature were buildings left smouldering. Now, it is her main magic of defense.</div></div>

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<div align=justify><div style="padding:10px 15px;">When Alothia grew a little older, she also sought training from the Conjurers of the Fane. She learned to commune with the elementals and was an adept healer. Incidents beyond her control ripped her healing abilities from her, although she is able to still control wind, air, and earth.</div></div>

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<div align=justify><div style="padding:10px 15px;">Alothia has some training with the lance, although not as much to be considered of any value. She took up this training when spending a lot of time with the Everwatch.</div></div>

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<div align=justify><div style="padding:10px 15px;">During Alothia's earlier years, she made a point of being able to defend herself in close quarters. She almost always has a dagger or two hidden on her person, ready to use at any moment.</div></div>

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<div align=justify><div style="padding:10px 15px;">What Alothia lacks in physical power she makes up for in stamina and speed. She is quick and able to maneuver out of most situations, even despite her clumsy tendencies.</div></div>
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<div>Alothia grew up in the forest of the Eastern Shroud, near Hyrstmill. She came from a small family consisting of her father, mother and younger sister. Her childhood was a happy one, with the only problem being that her parents were always working and didn't have a ton of time to spend with her. Alothia saw what this did to her parents, this constant working, and decided that she didn't want to be a slave to work. It was about the same time that Alothia realized that she had a gift for getting people to like her and befriend her...she had become a manipulator. With these skills, she left home against the will of her parents at the age of 15. It was not a peaceful leaving, and things were said and done at the time that Alothia doesn't like to discuss.

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"My mother's name was Aughinae and my father's Emet. We lived in a small community not far away from Hyrstmill. My parents didn't leave the tribes, their parents had left...so I never knew what it was like growing up in that world. But, because my family wasn't a part of that group, they had to work extra hard to make it." She sighed at this point. "I remember being little and trying to get my parents' attention...but they were always working on something...I know it wasn't always like that, but that's what I remember most."
She shifted a little. "When I was 8, my sister Lini was born. She was cute...but she took what little time my parents had for me away. Over the next 7 turns, I grew more and more distant from my home, and started hanging out with kids from other families, and a lot of the kids I met when we took trips to the city to sell our goods." She played with the hem of her top. "I liked the freedom of the cities. I liked the people I met there. They liked me...I found I was...good...at getting people to do what I wanted."
She took the next part slow. "I ran away at 15. I remember screaming at my parents. I remember my mother crying...and then I left. And I never went back."
Her eyes glazed over, old feelings being dredged up, tears pooling at their corners. "I never got to apologize...when we came back from the skip, I went there to find them...but the house was gone. It was completely burned to the ground. There was nothing left..."

She wiped at the tears still left in her eyes and went on. "Life in the city was...very strange. I had made it a point to myself that I wouldn't become lost in work. So instead, I found no work at all. Instead, I let other people work for me. They did the dirty work. They got hurt. And I didn't care. I didn't really know any of them. They were merely faces that I could utilize to my end. It was a very hedonistic way of thinking, I know." She shrugged, the familiar feelings flooding her again. "I would take on jobs and send people out of them. Usually they were legitimate. Things like delivering a package...at least that's how it started. But I grew greedy. And my heart hardened. Why shouldn't I make more money? What was to stop me?" She shuddered. "I felt...powerful. People as my little pawns to use to my own end. I wasn't the one doing the work, so why should I care? Why would I care?"

She clenched her fists, "And so I began to take on more dangerous lines of work. Theiving. Roughing. Murder." She laughed callously, "But my hands are clean...for the most part. There were a few...tasks...I rather enjoyed." She opened her palm to show the familiar burning flame. "I was quite the firestarter~" She blew into her palm until the flame went out again, then closed her hand and her eyes.

“By the time I was 20, I had built quite a name for myself in the shadier circles. People came to me with jobs, and I took them all. My network of people was changing...I wasn't so sure what the people I was hiring were doing. Didn't care. I did befriend one girl...she was a young hyur thing. I suppose she reminded me of Lini. She wanted to please me so badly...so I sent her out on a job. I didn't think it would be a big deal. Go and steal a small thing..."

"When...when we found her...she was mutilated...she had been raped...they cut words into her flesh and left her there...they knew she was working for me and left her barely alive....they would have given her mercy had they killed her." She closed her eyes again. "It hit me then, the gravity of my actions. I left the city and wandered after that. I needed time to think..." She sobbed then, small squeaking noises escaping from her lips. "I was a horrible person..."

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The next few years of her life were not so good. She managed to do well for herself, but at the cost of others. Many people were used in order to keep Alothia afloat, including a young Miqo'te girl. She was one of Alothia's lackeys, and she was sent out to do a job...which ended up being much more than was bargained for. When the girl returned to Alothia; bruised, battered, and broken; Alothia finally saw firsthand the damage that she was doing to others. She stopped her illegal dealings, and managed to run into a childhood friend, Frosty Mouse, who managed to help her set up a small mercenary company.

The company thrived, growing from a small group of 2 or 3 workers, to a more extensive company. With the help of Zenge Eien, she named the company Corvus Cinis, after Zenge's old unit within the Garlean Army. While her company was thriving, she met one Mister Oskar Helvig, and they began a relationship. This relationship caused much dissension within the company as many of her employees did not like Oskar or the way that he seemingly manipulated Alothia.

About 4 moons into their relationship, Oskar felt that he needed a break, and he and Alothia parted ways. Lost in her loneliness, Alothia focused on her company, strengthening it's bonds and helping to bring new employees into the fold. She kindled a new relationship with colleague and friend, Zenge Eien with whom she feelt much more at ease. Their relationship was passionate and just what Alothia needed to bring her focus back to the company and what was important.

However, as the moons went on, Zenge grew more and more distant, spending much more time out on patrols for the Twin Adders. By the time the Calamity hit, Alothia and Zenge were completely separated. Zenge left, worried that his ties to the Garlean Empire would mean trouble for Alothia, and indeed they did. Constantly worried about being hunted down, Alothia fled deep into the Twelveswood to hide. She was not seen by the company nor any others for quite sometime. Yet the day that Dalmud fell, Alothia, determined to do her part, came out of hiding to help tend the wounds of those in the battle. While she did not see any of her companions there, she felt that she had at least done her part when it mattered most.
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'''Right Afterward'''
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Alothia appeared again in the middle of the Twelveswood completely bewildered and unsure of what had just happened. The next few weeks went by in a blur, Alothia searching the Twelveswood for people she knew. On her travels, she found Endricane, equally as bewildered. They made their way to Quarrymill, or what was left of it, to try to find Kass. Instead, they found a house burnt to the ground, and no one who could tell them what had happened. Afterward, they made their way to where Alothia had grown up, only to find a similar situation. In their mutual grief they comforted each other, and then parted ways. Alothia then traveled to the three city states.

First, Alothia traveled to Gridania, searching for word of her parents and sister. There, she signed back up with the Twin Adders, and checked in with the Stillglade Fane. While there, she helped for a few weeks with healing the sick. She also learned about the skip, and that five years had passed since the battle of Cartineau Flats. She was dumbstruck and did not leave her in room for several days. Finally, she decided to head to Ul'Dah to check on her properties.

When she traveled there, the first thing she did was go to the Corvus Cinis headquarters, but found the building silent. She asked local merchants if they knew who currently owned the place, but none of them could tell her anything about the man who seemed to be living there. She frequented the Mineral Concern and the merchant stalls trying to catch wind of anyone she knew, until finally she heard that other people like her had been heading to Limsa Lominsa to the Soliloquy tavern.

In the next few weeks, she made her way across Thanalan to La Noseca and eventually Limsa Lominsa. She managed to secure a room at the Mizzenmast and began traveling the city looking for familiar faces. She was pleased to see that Soliloquy was what everyone had said, a gathering ground for people like her. There she was reunited with Xenedra and Kass, and met quite a few other people.

The suns went on, and she met a young Hyur named Paradyme Capellago. They began seeing each other on an exclusive basis, and quickly progressed that relationship from dating to being engaged. Everything was fine until Para's brother, Joshua, came looking for him. Alothia, along with her friends Lainseworth and Vash, made a daring rescue attempt. They managed to get Para back, but at the loss of the evil man who had captured him. Eventually, this resentment took a toll on their relationship, and Para quickly broke off the engagement, and slept with another woman, causing a rift between the two of them that could not be repaired as far as a relationship was concerned.
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'''Love...quadrangles?'''
<spoiler>Following the breakup that Para thrust upon her, Alothia became a sad individual, spending much of her time alone and contemplating. Her friends, however, did not want her to be alone. Eric and Lily began spending more time with her in an attempt to cheer her. Feelings, however, soon developed between Eric and Alothia, but that wasn't the end of it. After a trip to Soliloquy and an excursion in Limsa Lominsa, Alothia soon started having similar feelings for Kanko Saou, a seemingly surly Miqo'te. To further complicate matters, after a surprise training session from her friend Mikael, she also found herself having feelings for him as well.

This was all a bit too much for the miqo'te woman, and after a week or two of being mired in the misery of indecision, Alothia decided that she needed to take a step back from all of them, and headed out to Coerthas. Kanko, however, followed her, and after a while, Alothia found that her heart had made her decision for her. This too, didn't come without complications. Deirdre Ta'ea, sometimes friend and sometimes foe, also had feelings for Kanko, which she kept hidden.

Once the pair returned from Coerthas, they attended the Seventh Annual Full Cold Moon Gala, with the rest of Corvus Cinis. The crowd was too much, however, and the majority of Corvus made their way to Camp Bronze Lake for some rest and relaxation. While there, Deirdre showed up, and threatened to kill Para for breaking his vow to Alothia, and ended up in a skirmish with Kanko as well. Alothia, seemingly defeated, stepped back and let them fight it out, with Deirdre fleeing at the end, and Alothia tending to Kanko's wounds.

A few suns later, Kanko approached Deirdre to confront her about the situation, and to retrieve the pendant she had stolen. When he returned, Alothia spoke with him of the conversation that he had had with Deirdre, which included Deirdre confessing her love for him. Alothia expected him to change his mind with his decision, but was instead surprised with his own confession of love. Having harbored the same feelings herself, she returned the sentiments, even if she was still a bit wary of the situation with Deirdre.
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'''I Just Can't Stomach It'''
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'''The Tale of Souyo Xander'''
((This summary is copied from the AST/CC forums, and was written by Eric Verus))
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- A Corvus upon itself - (9/15/13 - 9/21/13)

Corvus Cinis has been betrayed from within. The veteran Souyo Xander has betrayed his allies by succumbing to the influence of a darkened crystal that draws out the negative impulses in a person, in an attempt to gain power. The darkness within has pulled Souyo into a conquest to kill all Garleans, potentially purging, even those among Eorzean Citizenry, in retaliation to the travesties of the Garlean Military occupying parts of Eorzea. Lily Dawnsworn, Lainsworth Ravencraft, and Eric Verus met Souyo on the field of battle, and were soundly defeated by the powers both a crystal of darkness, and a crystal of light that Souyo once bore as a Paladin.

To make matters worse,Vash Ashford, the cheerful Miqo’te member of the Company, as well as the strange Seeress known as ‘K’oriah’ were also corrupted under the influence of the Dark Crystal and pulled to Souyo’s side. Displaying that any member could be potentially vulnerable the company Leaders Alothia Starkwood and Lily Dawnsworn called for a lockdown on communications on the Company’s Linkshell communications, in an effort to protect members from further attacks. Meanwhile, Eric Verus launched a silent inquiry, using his skills in the Arcane and his experience in his encounter with the Dark Crystal to help verify allies and put the leadership at better ease.

Unfortunately, not all were alerted to the goings on in process, and the Sorcerer Starwind Meladon was captured and held hostage, and Paradyme Capellago was shot by a Darksteel Arrow from Vash Ashford. Demands were made for Lily Dawnsworn, Eric Verus, and Alothia Starkwood to meet Souyo near the mountain ridge of Behemoth’s Dominion, in exchange for Starwind’s safe return. While left no other choice to comply, the trio were not content to simply walk into what they knew was a trap and each, individually and as a group formulated their own plans for confronting the corrupted Dragoon and his cohorts…

- The Battle of the Dominion - (9/22/13)

The two Trio’s met in Behemoth’s Dominion, where Souyo surrendered the unconscious Starwind as agreed, however, when Eric called reinforcements to gather the man, the Seeress K’oriah summoned a large Voidsent to attack the group, and thus a large battle began in earnest.

Lily moved to engage Souyo, while Eric and Alothia engaged the Voidsent and the remaining two opponents with surprises of their own. Eric decided that his loyalty to Corvus superseded the bounds of law, and brought with him a Garlean Gunblade, which he used to keep Vash’s arrows at bay, while displaying a tremendous amount of magical resistance to spells and curses alike. While Alothia performed like an elemental fiend unleashed, displaying a level of offensive power not yet seen from her previously.

Yet even as the Voidkin was bested with the might of Magic, and the Souyo and company began to feel pressure on all ends, the roaring cry of the Behemoth could be heard as it approached… it seemed that both companies would soon face the rampage of the great Beast of the Dominion.

Fortunately, reinforcements from Corvus Cinus by distress calls, arrived just in time to engage the hearty beast. Among the many brave heroes of note:

Tayn Zolin, whose quick wit and scouting lead the impromptu reinforcements to reach the Dominion just in time.

Lainsworth Ravenclaw, recently re-emerging with renewing Paladin powers , whom was able to rearm Lily at a critical moment with Giantsgall Sword dubbed ‘Justice’.

Mixie Trixie, able to show unique skills and powers to the Prismatic Crystal reacquired from Alothia on the field.

Rio van Rash, who appeared herself on the field to aid the wounded at Eric’s behest, even after smuggling him her hand-crafted gunblade.

Paradyme and Rhashi - who made sure in all the chaos Starwin Maleon and other wounded made it to safety from the battle, putting even their own lives at risk to save others.

- among many others, even allies not yet members of Corvus Cinius.

Meanwhile, as Lily began to drive Souyo back with skilled swordsmanship, some of which learned from Souyo’s own personal diaries. Alothia unleashed a powerful fireball inadvertently that would have scorched Eric along with Vash and K’oriah, though the Seeress mysteriously placed herself in more direct danger to push Eric to safety, much to his surprise.

However, the forces of the Darkened Crystal had one last card to play. Battered and burned, Vash Ashford detonated the cliffside, which had been secretly packed with explosives. This triggered a landslide that injured many member of Corvus Cinis, as well as pinning the Behemoth beneath the rubble. Alothia and Eric both were flung from the cliffs in the explosion, landing hard upon the snow below. Alothia collided with a rock and lost consciousness, with Eric’s previous wounds and surgery scars being strained to the point of re-opening on landing.

Souyo capitalized on the moment of weakness in the beast, and slammed his spear into the skull of the Behemoth,revealing his intention in the creatures dying wails. A Lightened Crystal, which he aimed to claim for his own, were it not for the pursuit of Lily who tossed Souyo’s old Paladin blade to knock it from his hands had sprung from the Behemoth’s life force. The Crystal Emitted a field of energy that prevented all others from interfering, and the two reengaged into their duel, fighting over who would claim this new source of power.

Vash and K’oriah began to make their escape from the Dominion, climbing up the cliffs of the craggy mountains, when they were met by the arrival of K’anko Tia, who had scaled the mountain by hand to single handedly ambush a flee-attempt from Corvus’s foes, in spite of discharging himself from the Company earlier. Tossing the Mage to the side, K’anko engaged Vash directly in combat, forcing the Seer to look onto the violence from afar.

Souyo fought with new Ferocity, meaning to claim the crystal for his own. However just as he was about to strike downwards from a powerful blow that would have dealt a grievous wound, Eric, having closed his wounds through sheer force of magical power and assistance from his Eos, unleashed a ruin spell that struck the man in mid-air, making the would be powerful strike into a battle-deciding blunder, giving Lily the opportunity to claim the Lightened Crystal for her own, and force the man to flee from the scene.

- Aftermath of the Battle -

Due to interference from the Fleeing Souyo, Kanko suffered severe wounds in his battle with Vash. However, he did not leave empty handed. The Miqo’te fighter managed to capture Vash, who fell unconscious to his wounds, and drag the youth from the Dominion to Corvus Cinus headquarters in Fallgourd Float, where the Remainder of the Company had gathered post battle.

In spite of wounds of their own, Mixie, Eric, and Sesseriku, a friend of the the Company, all went to tend the others over themselves. However, they were met by Deirdre Ta’ea, who, after questioning Eric’s intentions for the captured Vash Ashford, decided to take him herself for her own intentions. Too weak and weary from the fighting, Eric decided against engaging the Elezen woman, and commanded the Company to stand down and allow her to leave with the Miqo’te traitor - shortly before collapsing to exhaustion himself.

Sesseriku was finally given a pearl to the Company by Lily, in thanks for all his deeds - marking the first new recruitment to the Company since the betrayal, and a shift in the tides of the conflict.

- A moment’s Respite - (9/23/13 - ??/??/??)

The Pearl Souyo had in order to capitalize on communication was destroyed, his plan to acquire another crystal of power foiled, yet he was still at large, with many members of Corvus wounded or exhausted to collapse. The Company, however, won a small victory in earning the security of their communications once more and some semblance of normalcy could return. With Souyo having to face defeat at the loss of his own objective, there would be a moment’s pause in which he would have to reassess his tactics, and for the moment, a measure of peace would be enjoyed.

However, for those closest to the conflict, this time would be a matter of preparation, for they aimed to make the next confrontation with Souyo the last.

- A moment’s Respite - (9/23/13 - 9/25/13)

The Pearl Souyo had in order to capitalize on communication was destroyed, his plan to acquire another crystal of power foiled, yet he was still at large, with many members of Corvus wounded or exhausted to collapse. The Company, however, won a small victory in earning the security of their communications once more and some semblance of normalcy could return. With Souyo having to face defeat at the loss of his own objective, there would be a moment’s pause in which he would have to reassess his tactics, and for the moment, a measure of peace would be enjoyed.

However, for those closest to the conflict, this time would be a matter of preparation, for they aimed to make the next confrontation with Souyo the last.

Eric, who had suffered under his exhaustion, mysteriously recovered after a heavily fevered day of unconsciousness. Concerned for events, he retreated for some time of meditation, and was promptly chastised by Lily, who asked him not to make a habit of such sudden disappearances.

Meanwhile, the more stationary Alothia and K'anko resorted to a series of prank-letters, plaguing Lily and Eric with jokes regarding the pair. After a frustration-inspired bout of drinking, however the bonds of trust between Lily and Eric were strengthened as Lily confided her past to the Arcanist privately.

Vash Ashford was put to question by Deirdre, and it was found that separation from the corrupting power of the Darkened Crystal actually resulted in a form of madness, and during a Prisoner Transfer, he made an escape under circumstances Eric calls into question, but does not get an straight answer from K'anko. Conversation's spark once again about the safety of the Company as a whole, and it is agreed upon that Corvus Headquarters be temporarily moved to the Observatory in Coerthas Highlands for the protection of the company.

((The transcript ends here as at this point, K'anko and Alothia are captured by Garleans, and her knowledge of the situation after this point ceases))
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'''Captured'''
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K'anko and Alothia were out near the Garlean outpost in the Black Shroud, when suddenly they were ambushed by a scouting party of Garleans. They were separated and taken into custody inside the Castrum. Inside, they were allowed to see each other only a few times, each undergoing their own trials.

Alothia's experiences inside the fortress left her battle scarred and jumpy. Physical abuse was not something she was used to, and coupled with the mental abuse of trying to get secrets out of them, she had a difficult time adjusting to life when they were finally rescued by members of Jutat De, Lily and Tayn.

In order to gain back some of her composure, K'anko and Alothia went on an extended hiatus from the company, taking time to settle things between themselves and the world around them.
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'''Welcome Home'''
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Upon returning to Jutat De, Alothia and K'anko once again became involved in the lives of the others they once knew. Now a member of the Dark Embers company, Eric called out to them to tell of new developments with his problem. Apparently the woman whom he had once loved was nothing short of an Ascian, and she had been using Eric to help incubate a new type of Voidsent. With the banishment of the crystal from his stomach, things had almost turned normal. However, there was a problem. The shards which Eric had frequently vomited up during his sickness called to the Void and the Ascian woman.
Searching for the remainder of the crystals, Eric and company recruited the help of Alothia and K'anko. They managed to track down disturbances in once peaceful places, and were worried that this would only spiral more out of control. Eric and Dark Embers managed to have a confrontation with the woman, and in the aftermath, returned to the place to study the residual Aetherial signatures.
Alothia studied the signatures and attempted to resonate with the frequencies she found. Unfortunately, this caused another problem. Alothia inadvertently touched the Void with which the Ascians were linked. After a few suns of being knocked out, Alothia woke to hear voices, voices she could not get rid of. They caused her to be riddled with self doubt and anger, and in an attempt to find her center again, she fled to the woods with K'anko once more, without so much as a word to the people she had left behind.
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'''The Beginning of the End'''
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The voices grew stronger and more persistent as their time in the Shroud went on. With only K'anko as her confidant, Alothia grew more and more paranoid of the man, finding that even his presence was leading to her troubles. In an attempt to save both him and herself, she sent him on his own way, ending the relationship that had once caused her so much comfort. Where he went, she does not know.
Alothia then returned to Gridania and sought the help of the one place she thought might be able to help, the Stillglade Fane. Conjurers of the guild studied her for some time, and in order to quiet the voices of the Void, they attempted to teach her simple meditation skills. For a few moons, Alothia stayed with them under their tutelage. Armed with some sort of defenses, Alothia decided that it was best to try to return home, and she made the trek back to Ul'dah to return to the company she once called home.
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'''Good Things Come to Those Who Wait'''
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<div align=center><div>Some of these rumors are untrue, speculation, or are greatly exaggerated. Please feel free to add your own rumors under the Player Character category!</div></div>

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<div style="padding:10px 25px; background: #EAB5C5; color:#62B1F6;font-size:14px;text-shadow: 1px 1px 1px #EAB5C5;"><b>◢ COMMON RUMORS - </b>''Easily overheard. Use these freely!''</div>
<div><font style="color:#b3aba6;">■</font> "I heard that she used to date Oskar...how did she manage to put up with him?" - '''<font style="font-variant:small-caps;font-size:14px;">Finicky Friend</font>'''.</div>
<div><font style="color:#b3aba6;">■</font> "Didn't she run that company...Corvus Cinis? I heard they needed a new front door every week." - '''<font style="font-variant:small-caps;font-size:14px;">Crotchety Carpenter</font>'''.</div>
<div><font style="color:#b3aba6;">■</font> "She sure knows how to control the elements. All of 'em too, from what I can tell." - '''<font style="font-variant:small-caps;font-size:14px;">Tawdry Thaumaturge</font>'''.</div>
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<div style="padding:10px 25px; background: #EAB5C5; color:#62B1F6;font-size:14px;text-shadow: 1px 1px 1px #EAB5C5;"><b>◢ UNCOMMON RUMORS -</b> ''A little more difficult to hear. Use sparingly or ask first!''</div>
<div><font style="color:#948d8a;">■</font> "She does all of her books herself...won't let anyone else touch her gil. I wonder why..." - '''<font style="font-variant:small-caps;font-size:14px;">Badgering Bookkeeper</font>'''.</div>
<div><font style="color:#948d8a;">■</font> "I hear she's quite good with Fire...used to be good at healing, too, from what I can tell. Hasn't seemed to try healing anyone for a while though. Strange...." - '''<font style="font-variant:small-caps;font-size:14px;">Busybody</font>'''.</div>
<div><font style="color:#948d8a;">■</font> "I've heard she lets her boyfriends abuse her. Poor thing, she really ought to stand up for herself!" - '''<font style="font-variant:small-caps;font-size:14px;">Busybody</font>'''.</div>
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<div style="padding:10px 25px; background: #EAB5C5; color:#62B1F6;font-size:14px;text-shadow: 1px 1px 1px #EAB5C5;"><b>◢ RARE RUMORS -</b> ''Very rarely overheard. Please ask before using!''</div>
<div><font style="color:#706b68;">■</font> "I've heard that if you're in the mood for a ''good time'', she knows a woman who does that sort of work. Rates are reasonable too." - '''<font style="font-variant:small-caps;font-size:14px;">Patron</font>'''.</div>
<div><font style="color:#706b68;">■</font> "Her past is kinda shady...I hear she's just nice to everyone to cover that up. - '''<font style="font-variant:small-caps;font-size:14px;">Shady Dealer</font>'''.</div>
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<div style="padding:10px 25px; background: #EAB5C5; color:#62B1F6;font-size:14px;text-shadow: 1px 1px 1px #EAB5C5;"><b>◢ PLAYER CHARACTER RUMORS -</b> ''Feel free to add rumors of your own!''</div>

<div><font style="color:#44413f;">■</font> ''"We are...like two sides to a coin. Yet I am honored to call her...friend."'' '''- <font style="font-variant:small-caps;font-size:14px;">[[Lily Dawnsworn]]</font>'''.</div>
<div><font style="color:#44413f;">■</font> ''"I will kill anyone who wishes her harm, that woman has saved my life and she does not realize it."'' '''- <font style="font-variant:small-caps;font-size:14px;">[[Deirdre Ta'ea]]</font>'''.</div>
<div><font style="color:#44413f;">■</font> ''"She is ... an above-average detective.... when she's got my help."'' '''- <font style="font-variant:small-caps;font-size:14px;">[[Rhu'to Brom]]</font>'''.</div>
<div><font style="color:#44413f;">■</font> ''"I've watched her kill to save the one's she loves. Anyone like that is a good ally to have in my book."'' '''- <font style="font-variant:small-caps;font-size:14px;">[[Vash Ashford]]</font>'''.</div>
<div><font style="color:#44413f;">■</font> ''"I'd hit that. Just saying."'' '''- <font style="font-variant:small-caps;font-size:14px;">[[Tayn Zolin]]</font>'''.</div>
<div><font style="color:#44413f;">■</font> ''"The Boss Lady's pretty smart, but she's got really terrible taste in men is all I'm sayin'."'' '''- <font style="font-variant:small-caps;font-size:14px;">[[Rio van Rosch]]</font>'''.</div>
<div><font style="color:#44413f;">■</font> ''"My heart; the light that banishes the fog and guides me home again."'' '''- <font style="font-variant:small-caps;font-size:14px;">[[Khale Embrise]]</font>'''.</div>
<div><font style="color:#44413f;">■</font> ''"A shrewd business woman, and a worthy mental sparing partner, be sure to double check your deals with this one."'' '''- <font style="font-variant:small-caps;font-size:14px;">[[Nako'li Chalahko]]</font>'''.</div>

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<center><div><font style="color:#F02311;" size="2">♥</font> Romantic Attraction | <font style="color:#FA70BC;" size="2">♥</font> Platonic Love | <font style="color:#6B8E23;" size="2">✔</font> Positive | <font style="color:#C24640;" size="2">✖</font> Negative | <font style="color:#6b6e72;" size="2">●</font> Neutral </div><div><font style="font-size:13px;">'''<font style="font-variant:small-caps;font-weight:bold;font-size:12px;">note</font>''': Characters with whom Alothia has had little interaction with will be gradually cycled out. Also trying to be more active with her in RP after a long sort of hiatus so please forgive me if your name has slipped my mind! People who have left a lasting impression on Alothia will remain in the list, even if they're not currently playing/around.</font></div></center>

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: <div>'''<font style="font-variant:small-caps;">[[Khale Embrise]]</font>''' '''('''<font style="color:#F02311;" size="2">♥</font> ''')''' - '''Unexpected Connection.'''</div>
: <div>Alothia happened upon Khale in the Quicksand and, seeing the man alone, decided to approach him for conversation. In the time sense then, there hasn't been a day that they haven't spoken, and even if it is just for a few fleeting moments, they make a point of seeing each other. Surprised by the quickness with which their relationship progressed, they decided to just say screw it, and have recently become engaged.</div>
: <div>'''<font style="font-variant:small-caps;">[[Eric Verus]]</font>''' '''('''<font style="color:#FA70BC;" size="2">♥</font> ''')''' - '''Brother/Friend.'''</div>
: <div>Eric met Aly as a new recruit for Corvus Cinis right after the Calamity. They developed a budding romance, but Menphina had other plans for them. She has helped Eric overcome many things, as he has with her. Currently, they are still acquainted, but Aly wishes she got to see and speak with him more often.<.font></div>
: <div>'''<font style="font-variant:small-caps;">[[Kassandra Dawn]]</font>''' '''(''' <font style="color:#6B8E23;" size="2">✔</font> ''')''' - '''Kassabanana...'''</div>
: <div>Kass was one of Aly's first and closest friends in Eorzea. They went through much together before the Calamity, although they don't see each other as much as they used to. Aly's five year absence and subsequent disappearances have strained the relationship, although Alothia wishes to restore it someday.</div>
: <div>'''<font style="font-variant:small-caps;">[[Lily Dawnsworn]]</font>''' '''(''' <font style="color:#6B8E23;" size="2">✔</font> ''')''' - '''...''Serious Business'''''</div>
: <div>Lily is one of Aly's closest friends and confidantes, even though they are exact opposites. Lily is currently one of Aly's associates in Jutat De, a helpful moral compass when Aly loses her way, and a fun person to tease. </div>
: <div>'''<font style="font-variant:small-caps;">[[U'zhan Tia]]</font>''' '''('''<font style="color:#F02311;" size="2">♥</font> ''')''' - '''Friendly Fling.'''</div>
: <div> Aly and U'zhan met many moons ago in Soliloquy tavern, and they soon formed a fast friendship. Fast forward to Para's abandonment of their engagement, and the friendship became somewhat more. Nothing happened, however, until Alothia returned from her sojourn in the Shroud. Aly and U'zhan developed a casual fling, and even though they have affection for each other, they both realize that a serious relationship was not in the cards. Their fling lasted a few weeks, ending shortly before Aly began dating Khale.</div>
: <div>'''<font style="font-variant:small-caps;">[[Oskar Helvig]]</font>''' '''(''' <font style="color:#6b6e72;" size="2">●</font> ''')''' - '''First Love.'''</div>
: <div>Oskar was Alothia's first boyfriend in Eorzea. They dated for many moons back before the Calamity until drama with [[Deirdre Ta'ea]] ultimately caused them to split. Oskar disappeared into the caves of his forefathers, and is presumed dead.</div>
: <div>'''<font style="font-variant:small-caps;">[[Paradyme Capellago]]</font>''' '''(''' <font style="color:#6b6e72;" size="2">●</font> ''')''' - '''Ex Fiance.'''</div>
: <div>Alothia met Para one evening at the Soliloquy tavern, only to fall fast and hard into a relationship with the red-headed hyur. They quickly got engaged, only to have Para break the relationship with infidelity. They lost touch and never quite mended their relationship. She currently has no knowledge of his happenings.</div>
: <div>'''<font style="font-variant:small-caps;">[[Zenge Eien]]</font>''' '''(''' <font style="color:#6b6e72;" size="2">●</font> ''')''' - '''Garlean Persuasion'''</div>
: <div>Alothia and Zenge met at Corvus Cinis, developing a friendship that turned into romance after Oskar left the picture. Zenge's Garlean heritage never bothered Alothia, and they grew close despite the cultural differences. Unfortunately, the relationship grew strained, and ended completely once the Calamity passed. Alothia has not seen Zenge since a moon before the Calamity.</div>
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:: <div><font style="color:#585350;" size="2">■</font> '''Past Life'''. People who may have been involved in crime syndicates from back before the Calamity may have known Alothia</div>

: <div style="padding:0px 0px; font-size:16px;color:#74BBFB;text-shadow: 1px 1px 1px #dddddd;font-weight:bold;">'''Outside Links:'''</div>

:: <div><font style="color:#585350;" size="2">■</font> '''[http://menphinaskeeper.tumblr.com Menphina's Keeper]''' - A Tumblr blog. Alothia’s IC journal, as well as some inspirations pics and ask prompts.</div>
:: <div><font style="color:#585350;" size="2">■</font> '''[http://open.spotify.com/user/121309065/playlist/6rUwfYr4wQYqYodtmrtWIP Alothia's Playlist (spotify)]''' - WIP.</div>

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: * [http://tvtropes.org/pmwiki/pmwiki.php/Main/BadDreams Bad Dreams]
: * [http://tvtropes.org/pmwiki/pmwiki.php/Main/TheAtoner The Atoner]
: * [http://tvtropes.org/pmwiki/pmwiki.php/Main/BeneathTheMask Beneath the Mask]
: * [http://tvtropes.org/pmwiki/pmwiki.php/Main/PluckyGirl Plucky Girl]

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:: <div><font style="color:#585350;" size="2">■</font> Template adapted from [[Bancroft Gairn]], with edits by [[Xheja Rajhera]] / [[N'hadiya Khei]]. Further edited and adapted by [[User:Cuideag|Jajara Jara]] / [[User:Cuideag|Delial Grimsong]]. Even more edited by [[Alothia Starkwood]]</div>

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[[Category:Player Character]]
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[[category:Miqo'te]][[category:Miqo'te Keeper of the Moon]]

K'ajia Ahadi

2015-03-15T23:57:43Z

Alothia:

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<div style="padding:10px 20px; font-size:20px;font-family:Georgia;text-shadow: 1px 1px 5px silver;letter-spacing:0.1em;"><center><font style="color:#706b68;">'''❝'''</font> <font style="color:#948d8a">''One can grow so cold while burning under the sun.''</font> <font style="color:#706b68;">'''❞'''</font></center></div></span></h3>
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<font style="padding:0px 5px; font-size:12px;color:#948d8a;font-family:Georgia;letter-spacing:0.2em;text-shadow: 1px 1px 1px silver">■</font> <font style="font-size:12px;color:#5F5F5F;font-family:Georgia;letter-spacing:0.2em;text-shadow: 1px 1px 1px silver">'''CURRENT ALIAS...'''</font> <font style="font-family:Georgia;"> K'ajia Ahadi. </font>

<font style="padding:0px 5px; font-size:12px;color:#948d8a;font-family:Georgia;letter-spacing:0.2em;text-shadow: 1px 1px 1px silver">■</font> <font style="font-size:12px;color:#5F5F5F;font-family:Georgia;letter-spacing:0.2em;text-shadow: 1px 1px 1px silver">'''RACE & CLAN...'''</font> <font style="font-family:Georgia;"> Miqo'te. Seeker of the Sun.</font>

<font style="padding:0px 5px; font-size:12px;color:#948d8a;font-family:Georgia;letter-spacing:0.2em;text-shadow: 1px 1px 1px silver">■</font> <font style="font-size:12px;color:#5F5F5F;font-family:Georgia;letter-spacing:0.2em;text-shadow: 1px 1px 1px silver">'''GENDER...'''</font> <font style="font-family:Georgia;"> Female.</font>

<font style="padding:0px 5px; font-size:12px;color:#948d8a;font-family:Georgia;letter-spacing:0.2em;text-shadow: 1px 1px 1px silver">■</font> <font style="font-size:12px;color:#5F5F5F;font-family:Georgia;letter-spacing:0.2em;text-shadow: 1px 1px 1px silver">'''AGE & NAMEDAY...'''</font> <font style="font-family:Georgia;">Twenty-eight. Born the 13<sup>th</sup> Sun of the 1<sup>st</sup> Astral Moon, 1549 6AE.</font>

<font style="padding:0px 5px; font-size:12px;color:#948d8a;font-family:Georgia;letter-spacing:0.2em;text-shadow: 1px 1px 1px silver">■</font> <font style="font-size:12px;color:#5F5F5F;font-family:Georgia;letter-spacing:0.2em;text-shadow: 1px 1px 1px silver">'''ORIENTATION...'''</font> <font style="font-family:Georgia;padding:0px 5px;">border-line Bisexual, [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kinsey_scale Kinsey Two]. Seemingly uneasy in matters of sexuality.</font>

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<font style="padding:0px 5px; font-size:12px;color:#948d8a;font-family:Georgia;letter-spacing:0.2em;text-shadow: 1px 1px 1px silver">■</font> <font style="font-size:12px;color:#5F5F5F;font-family:Georgia;letter-spacing:0.2em;text-shadow: 1px 1px 1px silver">'''TRIBE...'''</font> <font style="font-family:Georgia;"> One of the few Hipparion Tribes located in the Sagolii.</font>

<font style="padding:0px 5px; font-size:12px;color:#948d8a;font-family:Georgia;letter-spacing:0.2em;text-shadow: 1px 1px 1px silver">■</font> <font style="font-size:12px;color:#5F5F5F;font-family:Georgia;letter-spacing:0.2em;text-shadow: 1px 1px 1px silver">'''CURRENT RESIDENCE...'''</font> <font style="font-family:Georgia;">Ul'dah.</font>

<font style="padding:0px 5px; font-size:12px;color:#948d8a;font-family:Georgia;letter-spacing:0.2em;text-shadow: 1px 1px 1px silver">■</font> <font style="font-size:12px;color:#5F5F5F;font-family:Georgia;letter-spacing:0.2em;text-shadow: 1px 1px 1px silver">'''OCCUPATION...'''</font> <font style="font-family:Georgia;">Entrepreneur & Contractor.</font>

<font style="padding:0px 5px; font-size:12px;color:#948d8a;font-family:Georgia;letter-spacing:0.2em;text-shadow: 1px 1px 1px silver">■</font> <font style="font-size:12px;color:#5F5F5F;font-family:Georgia;letter-spacing:0.2em;text-shadow: 1px 1px 1px silver">'''PATRON DEITY...'''</font> <font style="font-family:Georgia;">Azeyma the Warden.</font>

<font style="padding:0px 5px; font-size:12px;color:#948d8a;font-family:Georgia;letter-spacing:0.2em;text-shadow: 1px 1px 1px silver">■</font> <font style="font-size:12px;color:#5F5F5F;font-family:Georgia;letter-spacing:0.2em;text-shadow: 1px 1px 1px silver">'''HEIGHT & WEIGHT...'''</font> <font style="font-family:Georgia;padding:0px 5px;">Stands at 4'11". Typically weighs between 90-100 ponze.</font>

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<div align=center><div style="font-size:13px; color:#585350;font-family:Georgia;">'''Note from K'ajias Player:'''This is still very much a WIP! I am editing section by section so if something seems like it doesn't belong in the profile or is filled with a temp. name change, know that it will be fully edited soon!♥</div></div>
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<div align=center><div style="padding:10px 0px; background: #44403d;font-size:16px;color:#ded5cf;font-family:Georgia;text-shadow: 1px 1px 2px black">'''P E R S O N A L I T Y'''</div></div>
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<div align=justified><div style="padding: 7px 4px;font-size:13px; color:#585350;font-family:Georgia;">'''Feisty. Irascible. Aloof.''' K'ajia has an hot-and-cold personality and is acutely aware of her small stature when compared to those around her-- deeply despising being under estimated. She is slightly dysfunctional when it comes to building relationships, tending to keep most individuals at arms-length, and only shows her more warm and rather stereotypical Keeper nature behind closed doors or confined to private conversations.</div></div>
<div align=justify><div style="padding: 7px 4px;font-size:13px; color:#585350;font-family:Georgia;">Although the small Miqo'te woman can seem so callous, she is truly kind person to those who manage to win her loyalty. She seeks to do good in the world, chiefly for the sake of herself and her people, but also simply for the sake of finding social belonging. <WIP></div></div>
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: <div style="font-family:Georgia"><font style="color:#8f827a;" size="3">■</font> '''Sotol'''. Sotol is a distilled spirit made from the Dasylirion wheeleri .</div>
: <div style="font-family:Georgia"><font style="color:#8f827a;" size="3">■</font>'''Gossip & Secrets'''. She loves knowing other peoples business. The more personal and detailed the better. This goes hand-in-hand with her hobby of people-watching.</div>
: <div style="font-family:Georgia"><font style="color:#8f827a;" size="3">■</font> '''Reading'''. Not only does she love to read about the Flora & Fauna of Eorzia, but she also genuinely enjoys Poetry and Romance novels.</div>

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: <div style="font-family:Georgia;"><font style="color:#7e7b79;" size="3">■</font> '''The Ul'dan Syndicate'''. When everything you've had is stolen from you, all you have left is REVENGE.</div>
: <div style="font-family:Georgia;"><font style="color:#7e7b79;" size="3">■</font> '''Losing'''. Competitive to a fault.</div>
: <div style="font-family:Georgia;"><font style="color:#7e7b79;" size="3">■</font> '''Snobs'''. She cannot stand people with their noses held-high in the air and refuses to hold her tongue around this type of individual-- swift to bring them right back down to Hydaelyn.</div>

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: <div style="font-family:Georgia;"><font style="color:#8f827a;" size="3">■</font> '''Revenge'''. Those who have set her life asunder will know her plight.</div>
: <div style="font-family:Georgia;"><font style="color:#8f827a;" size="3">■</font> '''Strength'''. Above all else, she wishes to find strength and improve herself above all else.</div>
: <div style="font-family:Georgia;"><font style="color:#8f827a;" size="3">■</font> '''Freedom'''. She not only seeks her personal freedom, but the freedom of others.</div>
: <div style="font-family:Georgia;"><font style="color:#8f827a;" size="3">■</font> '''Validation'''. She seeks to validate her own thoughts and emotions-- assuming this will help calm herself and aid in managing her emotions more effectively. All of which will help her first goal as well as others that are unlisted.</div>

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: <div style="font-family:Georgia;"><font style="color:#7e7b79;" size="3">■</font> '''Determination & Quick to learn'''. Once she sets her mind on a goal or ideal, she will not stop.</div>
: <div style="font-family:Georgia;"><font style="color:#7e7b79;" size="3">■</font> '''Martial Arts'''. Due to her upbringing, K'ajia is a skilled mixed martial artist.</div>
: <div style="font-family:Georgia;"><font style="color:#7e7b79;" size="3">■</font> '''Practical skills'''. She can hunt and is skilled in herbalism and traditional tribal cooking.</div>
: <div style="font-family:Georgia;"><font style="color:#7e7b79;" size="3">■</font> '''Visual and Musical Arts'''. She has tribal training in sword-dancing, something she doesn't disclose often, as well as playing the Sitar.</div>

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: <div style="font-family:Georgia;"><font style="color:#8f827a;" size="3">■</font> '''Selfish'''. K'ajia can be self-serving and often puts herself first before others.</div>
: <div style="font-family:Georgia;"><font style="color:#8f827a;" size="3">■</font> '''Emotional Alcoholism'''. If something frustrates her or bothers her and she can't fight it or fix it, she will quickly turn to drinking as an attempt at self therapy.</div>
: <div style="font-family:Georgia;"><font style="color:#8f827a;" size="3">■</font> '''Violent Adrenaline Seeker'''. K'ajia is a violent woman by nature and lives for the thrill. She has been known to get physical quickly with even her closest friends and is incredibly critical of male Seekers who attempt to flirt.</div>

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: <div style="font-family:Georgia;"><font style="color:#7e7b79;" size="3">■</font> '''Her Expressions'''. K'ajia's nose creases often when she grins and she often purses her lips when thinking or intrigued.</div>
: <div style="font-family:Georgia;"><font style="color:#7e7b79;" size="3">■</font> '''Alone in a crowd'''. She hates large gatherings of people where she is required to interact. On the other hand, tucking herself away in a corner to watch passers by is one of her favorite hobbies.</div>
: <div style="font-family:Georgia;"><font style="color:#7e7b79;" size="3">■</font> '''Touch'''. Unwarranted physical contact can make her quite uncomfortable, sometimes even instinctively violent or incredibly uneasy.</div>

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<div align=justify><div style="padding: 7px 10px;font-size:13px; color:#585350;font-family:Georgia;"> As a fully blooded Seeker woman, K'ajia possesses a coffee skin tone and thick, silky hair the color of Indian-ink. From her mother, she got a golden-colored gaze and plush lips. From her father, she received dark, framing brows, long lashes, and a slim nose. She is slender in physique with a slight athleticism built from her lifelong martial & dance training. High-waisted with narrow hips, she would be considered more lithe than anything-- although not lacking any feminine curve or appeal in the slightest.</div></div>

<div align=justify><div style="padding: 7px 4px;font-size:13px; color:#585350;font-family:Georgia;">She is most often seen in garments of Miqo'te/Ul'dan design, though she occasionally wears mixed culture fashions, or even melds the two together in an odd, exotic fusion. Common elements of dress include rich colors, brocades, beaded or jeweled collars and bracelet cuffs, bangles, bells, tassels, henna, headscarves, hip scarves, saris, sashes, harem pants, midriff blouses and jackets, and other ornate jewelry-- although all worn in a simplistic fashion and never gaudy.</div></div>
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<div align=justify><div style="padding: 7px 4px;font-size:13px; color:#585350;font-family:Georgia;">K'ajia was raised in Southern Thanalan within a deeply tribal Seeker clan amongst the sharp cliffs and unforgiving sands that her tribe has called their home for many generations. The small tribe is well known in the region for their martial prowess. The difficult environment and constant sabotage from not only the Amal'jaa, but also the Uldan Syndicate, persuaded the small Hipparion Tribe to strongly ally itself with their close neighbors, refugees of Little Ala Mhigo, and the U tribe located in the Sagolii. Thus, she was raised with extensive training in various martial skills, both for hunting and subsisting in an often barren and harsh arrid environment and for striking down her enemies without prejudice nor hesitation. While she doesn't typically appear to be a woman of great beastial strength, she is certainly more than capable of flooring a full-grown Roegadyn man twice her size. The laid-back Miqo'te woman holds an almost eerie sort of focus and drive, and she can be downright merciless when pushed.</div></div>

<div align=justify><div style="padding: 7px 4px;font-size:13px; color:#585350;font-family:Georgia;">In terms of combat style, K'ajia is more reliant upon her natural agility than any sort of brute strength or force. True to her race, she is sure-footed and precise, and an early lifetime spent in Broken Wate brought with it a sense of comfort and familiarity in uneven terrain and high-up vantage points. She prefers to fight at close range and, if she can help it, by taking her opponent unawares.</div></div>

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<div align=justify><div style="padding:5px 15px;font-family:Georgia;">Hand-to-hand combat is K'ajias most preferred style of combat and with equal or greater statured opponents. While she is proficient in both stealth and open-combat, she tends to favor the former because of its relative convenience, quietness, and practicality in hunting.</div></div>

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<div align=justify><div style="padding:5px 15px;font-family:Georgia;">More often than not, K'ajia keeps an ivory-handled hunting knife, crafted from Hipparion bone, tucked away securely on her person - in a boot, at her hip, or under her shirt. Other times she can be found with more than one-blade. Most of the time, she uses the small dagger for its intended use of hunting and gathering. However, it also serves as a last resort defense should she need it. The other pair of blades she possesses are only used when fighting more intelligent and formidable prey. Given her length of time and degree of familiarity with this type of weapon, she is very skilled in its use.</div></div>

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<div align=justify><div style="padding:5px 15px;font-family:Georgia;">K'ajia received training and experience in battle by conducting raids on Amal'jaa camps in the jagged terrain of Broken Water and the Sagolii. Likewise, she also participated in reconnaissance and refugee smuggling on occasion. Thus she developed a more stealth-oriented combat skill set, learning the best ways to hide, see without being seen, and hear without being heard.</div></div>

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<div align=justify><div style="padding:5px 15px;font-family:Georgia;">This skill developed from her more tribal origins and racial advantage. A keen sense of hearing and smell lend itself to being able to track down her quarry over an impressive distance. Aside from physical capabilities that allow this, she also possesses the requisite knowledge and sense of logic to make her quite efficient at this.</div></div>

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<div align=justify><div style="padding:5px 15px;font-family:Georgia;">K'ajias tolerance for pain grows every passing day. While she still experiences it physically, she is able to separate it and withdraw from the psychological sensation of pain to a certain extent. This defense mechanism allows her to keep going even when injured for longer than the average person. However, it also makes her far less aware of her limits, making it possible for her to unknowingly push herself ''too'' far into the realm of serious injury.</div></div>

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: <div style="font-family:Georgia;"><font style="color:#585350;" size="2">■</font> '''1549 6AE...''' K'ajia Ahadi is born to K'ahadi Nunh and K'sita Irwani in the isolated Hipparion tribe residing in the rugged sandstone and cliff-covered regions of Southern Thanalan.</div>

: <div style="font-family:Georgia;"><font style="color:#585350;" size="2">■</font> '''1554 6AE...''' K'ajia visits the inner-depths of the Red Labyrinth to pray at the Shrine of Nald-- a yearly tribal tradition in which all families go to pray for favorable trade and safe passage routes for that next year.</div>

: <div style="font-family:Georgia;"><font style="color:#585350;" size="2">■</font> '''1555 6AE...''' At six cycles-old, K'ajia lost her mother to the Amalj'aa while she was on her way to the Drake Tribe. This was the last time the Hipparion tribe would attempt trade with the Drake Tribe, seeing her rather horrific death as a sign that Nalds blessings for their long-term trade-relationship had run dry.</div>
: <div style="font-family:Georgia;"><font style="color:#585350;" size="2">■</font> '''1557 6AE...''' K'ajia turned eight cycles-old. At this age, the children of the tribe would be sent off to begin their training in the ways of hunting and survival. From age eight to fourteen her mentors and sire would instruct her in the essentials: martial arts, riding, herbalism and hunting. Meanwhile, the retired women of the tribe would make their worth known by teaching the youth in traditional arts: music, dance, and miscellaneous skills such as tapestry or cooking.</div>

: <div style="font-family:Georgia;"><font style="color:#585350;" size="2">■</font> '''1558 6AE...''' K'ajia was paired with her first Chocobo, Rajnish, who is her riding companion to this day.</div>

: <div style="font-family:Georgia;"><font style="color:#585350;" size="2">■</font> '''1559 6AE...''' K'ajia discovered her first childhood friend, K'raj, who was the only male-born Miqo'te of her age. The two had been fierce sparing partners and after nearly killing each other, K'raj immediately warmed and attached himself to her as a friend-- regardless of K'ajia's initial resentment of him. The Miqo'te boy quickly overcame her callous outer-shell with his over-abundant charm, kindness, and friendly enthusiasm. </div>

: <div style="font-family:Georgia;"><font style="color:#585350;" size="2">■</font> '''1563 6AE...''' At the age of fourteen-cycles, known as the age of adulthood for their tribe, K'ajia had proven herself not only a capable hunter, but also a sure-footed out-rider. While attempting to hunt a Rockskin Peiste she managed to cross paths with an Amalj'aa scout-- deterring the beast-man from his path long enough that he tired and, while he took a moments rest, she managed to loop around and cut the scouts neck-artery. She received markings around her eyes denoting her very keen sense of observation and cunning. She is now allowed to embark on scouting and raiding missions on Amalj'aa forces-- passing through Zanarak.</div>

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: <div style="font-family:Georgia;"><font style="color:#585350;" size="2">■</font> '''1566 6AE...''' After years of interference from outside forces, the small tribe had taken arms with the refugees against the Uldan Syndicate and the Amalj'aa. Only aiding in their fight with the Garlians through supporting the Refugees who managed to find shelter in Southern Thanalan. Over the course of three years of successful in-field experience, K'ajia is chosen for her skills to assume a new, important role to aid the refugees of Little Ala Mhigo-- the Hipparion tribes largest trade-partner-- smuggling supplies from Uldah to Little Ala Mhigo and assisting in the fight against the Uldan Syndicate.</div>

: <div style="font-family:Georgia;"><font style="color:#585350;" size="2">■</font> '''1567 6AE...''' A sudden sickness strikes the small Hipparion tribe. A supply of rye flour imported from Uldah was found to be tampered with, causing a sickness called Saint Allene's Flux. Not only did it kill off Sultana-loyal Brass Blades in Drybone, but also successfully killed one-third of the small Hipparion tribe as well as a few Ala Mhigan Refugees. One could only assume the Uldan Syndicate was to blame. The tribe is now without any Nhun or leader-- leaving behind a small group of young or retired women. K'ajia's loses both her Sire, K'ahadi, and childhood friend, K'raj. '''Drybone(Saint Allene's Fire Quest):''' "After eating bread made from rye flour kept in the camp's storage tents, one of the Drybone's Brass Blades came down with a severe case of Saint Allene's Fire, only to pass away several days later. Though the tainted flour only came from a single sack, Camp Drybone was loath to take any chances and proceeded to dispose of their entire flour supply, and all the items stored with it. To help see those Brass Blades still stricken with the sickness return to health, Quartermaster Mimina has placed an order for a shipment of curative potions with the Jolly Raptor. The trading company seeks alchemists trained in mixing medicines to assist in not only the production of the item, but also the delivery."</div>

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: <div style="font-family:Georgia;"><font style="color:#b3aba6;" size="2">■</font> "Rumor Here"'''-- Name'''.</div>

<div style="padding:10px 25px; background: #948d8a; color:#ded5cf;font-family:Georgia;font-size:12px;text-shadow: 1px 1px 1px black"><b>◢ Uncommon Rumors -</b> ''A little more difficult to hear. Use sparingly or ask first!''</div>
: <div style="font-family:Georgia;"><font style="color:#b3aba6;" size="2">■</font> "Rumor Here"'''-- Name'''.</div>

<div style="padding:10px 25px; background: #706b68; color:#ded5cf;font-family:Georgia;font-size:12px;text-shadow: 1px 1px 1px black"><b>◢ Rare Rumors -</b> ''Very rarely overheard. Please ask before using!''</div>
: <div style="font-family:Georgia;"><font style="color:#b3aba6;" size="2">■</font> "Rumor Here"'''-- Name'''.</div>

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: <div style="font-family:Georgia;"><font style="color:#44413f;" size="2">■</font> ''Feel free to add your own rumors here!''</div>
: <div style="font-family:Georgia;"><font style="color:#b3aba6;" size="2">■</font> "She's got a fetish for kicking guys in the jimmies. But other than that, she's a good friend to have. You just gotta get past her foot to see it."'''-- [[Alothia Starkwood]]'''.</div>
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: <center><div style="font-family:Georgia"><font style="color:#F02311;" size="2">♥</font> Romantic Attraction <font style="color:#6b6e72;" size="1">–</font> <font style="color:#000000;" size="2">♥</font> Sexual Attraction <font style="color:#6b6e72;" size="1">–</font> <font style="color:#FA70BC;" size="2">♥</font> Platonic Love <font style="color:#6b6e72;" size="1">–</font> <font style="color:#8f827a;" size="2">♥</font> Family <font style="color:#6b6e72;" size="1">–</font> <font style="color:#CD950C;" size="2">✔</font> Business <font style="color:#6b6e72;" size="1">–</font> <font style="color:#000000;" size="2">✖</font> Deceased <font style="color:#6b6e72;" size="1">–</font> <font style="color:#6B8E23;" size="2">●</font> Positive <font style="color:#6b6e72;" size="1">–</font> <font style="color:#C24640;" size="2">●</font> Negative <font style="color:#6b6e72;" size="1">–</font> <font style="color:#6b6e72;" size="2">●</font> Neutral <font style="color:#6b6e72;" size="1">–</font> <font style="color:#000000;" size="2">≈</font> Unsure</div></center>

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: <div align=justify><div style="padding: 2px 1px;font-size:13px; color:#585350;font-family:Georgia;">Template | Profile adapted from [[Bancroft Gairn]], with edits by [[Xheja Rajhera]] | [[N'hadiya Khei]] | [[K'ajia]]. Please do not copy current version.</div></div>

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:: <div style="font-family:Georgia;font-size:13px"><font style="color:#585350;" size="2">■</font> '''Do:''' Mature content and themes (violence, sexuality, drug / alcohol use, etc.) as logical in a plot-driven encounter. Coarse and excessive language. Temporary injury and incapacitation. Temporary captivity or imprisonment.</div>
:: <div style="font-family:Georgia;font-size:13px"><font style="color:#585350;" size="2">■</font> '''Ask:''' Long-term and/or permanent injury and disfigurement. Long-term captivity or imprisonment.</div>
:: <div style="font-family:Georgia;font-size:13px"><font style="color:#585350;" size="2">■</font> '''Don't:''' Permanent character death. Mature themes that are not related to plots or character development. (That means ''you'', creepy guys who send unwarranted ass-grabbing tells.)</div>

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<div align=justify><div style="padding: 10px 15px;">Alothia Starkwood is a miqo'te woman who has lived a long and fruitful life, but one peppered with drama and intrigue. She has been the owner of a small company, girlfriend to a number of different men, friend to many people, and woman who takes time to get to know people from all walks of life.

At 26 years of age, she acts much more mature in some aspects than one would think, but not without an ample amount of immaturity to make up for it. She enjoys a good dirty joke or story, enjoys making her friends get flustered because of awkward situations, and generally has a wild sense of humor.

Although she exudes a flirty and chatty demeanor, it often conceals a tumult of emotions hidden beneath the surface. Very few people know the her that lurks in the interior of that storm, and she is tentative about extending that trust to people. If you do manage to crack that surface, however, you will have her as a steadfast and loyal friend, one willing to stand up to almost anything to protect those she cares about.
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<div><font style="color:#8f827a;">■</font> '''Miqa'bobs'''. Particularly Tuna. It reminds her of home.</div>
<div><font style="color:#8f827a;">■</font> '''Ear Scratches'''. She's a sucker for them.</div>
<div><font style="color:#8f827a;">■</font> '''Bubble baths'''. Nothing more relaxing than a tub.</div>
<div><font style="color:#8f827a;">■</font> '''Quirky people'''. People who are interesting interest her.</div>
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<div><font style="color:#7e7b79;">■</font> '''Being Pushed Around'''. No one puts Aly in the corner.</div>
<div><font style="color:#7e7b79;">■</font> '''Intolerance'''. Aly has spent many years being kind to others and learning their stories before judging. She wishes the same of others.</div>
<div><font style="color:#7e7b79;">■</font> '''Conflict'''. While it is a necessary evil, she avoids it like the plague.</div>
<div><font style="color:#7e7b79;">■</font> '''Rain'''. It makes her tail poof and her hair become matted. No to this. Unless it's the sound. She likes the sound of rain.</div>
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<div><font style="color:#8f827a;">■</font> '''Being Alone'''. If anything scares the woman, it is this. A life of solitude.</div>
<div><font style="color:#8f827a;">■</font> '''Manipulation'''. In her past life, she was extremely manipulative, and she hates to think she'd become like that again.</div>
<div><font style="color:#8f827a;">■</font> '''Death'''. Watching people die is her least favorite thing in the world, and losing those close to her is her worst fear.</div>
<div><font style="color:#8f827a;">■</font> '''Cheating'''. She is very self conscious and is always scared that her significant others will stray.</div>
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<div><font style="color:#7e7b79;">■</font> '''Charisma'''. Alothia is charismatic and it enables her to approach people of all walks of life for conversation.</div>
<div><font style="color:#7e7b79;">■</font> '''Thaumaturgy'''. She's great at blowing stuff up.</div>
<div><font style="color:#7e7b79;">■</font> '''Handwriting'''. She was taught how to write at a young age, and she practices daily.</div>
<div><font style="color:#7e7b79;">■</font> '''Organization'''. Alothia is great at keeping people organized. Not so much for her desk though.</div>
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<div><font style="color:#8f827a;">■</font> '''Emotional'''. Alothia is often swayed by her emotions, whether good or bad..</div>
<div><font style="color:#8f827a;">■</font> '''Naive'''. Alothia takes most people at face value. She wants to believe in the best in everyone.</div>
<div><font style="color:#8f827a;">■</font> '''Clumsy'''. While she can be a strong magic user, she is not very deft as far as easy tasks, and can get even clumsier when flustered.</div>
<div><font style="color:#8f827a;">■</font> '''Weak'''. She is trained to use daggers in close quarters, but if it came to a match of physical strength, she would lose.</div>
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<div><font style="color:#7e7b79;">■</font> '''Gridania'''. Home of her youth.</div>
<div><font style="color:#7e7b79;">■</font> '''Thal's Respite'''. She often goes there for contemplation.</div>
<div><font style="color:#7e7b79;">■</font> '''Sanctum of the Twelve'''. Somewhat religious, this is where Alothia travels to center herself.</div>
<div><font style="color:#7e7b79;">■</font> '''Hawthorne Hut'''. Favorite place ever. Quiet, nice view, hot springs. What more could you ask for?</div>
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*'''Height:''' Tall for a Miqo'te

*'''Weight:''' Averageish, slight tummy, full in the bust and hips

*'''Body:''' Soft and quick, some muscle definition.

*'''Hair:''' Long and tied back on the sides, Pink with blue highlights

*'''Eyes:''' Lavender

*'''Skin:''' Pale, some say pale to the point of looking like death, although not to her face.

*'''Clothing: ''' Alothia prefers to wear comfortable clothing, but also clothing that shows off her assets. For a night out, she enjoys wearing her Coatee, but when working, Alothia wears Robes and other traditional Conjurer garb.
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<div align=justify><div style="padding: 7px 15px;">Alothia is a multi skilled woman, although not as skilled as some. Her first and foremost skills lie in the magical arts. While she knows how to use them in the conventional sense, her specialization is the weaving of elements to create varied spells. Akin to weaving, she is able to take smallest threads of elements and use them to create something new. Always thinking on her toes, this is what makes her a most formidable opponent.
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<div align=justify><div style="padding:10px 15px;">Alothia is a well trained thaumaturge, with extra abilities when dealing with fire magic. She was trained in it when she was very young, as she had an affinity for it, and her parents hired her a private tutor. During her more unpleasant years, Alothia's signature were buildings left smouldering. Now, it is her main magic of defense.</div></div>

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<div align=justify><div style="padding:10px 15px;">When Alothia grew a little older, she also sought training from the Conjurers of the Fane. She learned to commune with the elementals and was an adept healer. Incidents beyond her control ripped her healing abilities from her, although she is able to still control wind, air, and earth.</div></div>

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<div align=justify><div style="padding:10px 15px;">Alothia has some training with the lance, although not as much to be considered of any value. She took up this training when spending a lot of time with the Everwatch.</div></div>

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<div align=justify><div style="padding:10px 15px;">During Alothia's earlier years, she made a point of being able to defend herself in close quarters. She almost always has a dagger or two hidden on her person, ready to use at any moment.</div></div>

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<div align=justify><div style="padding:10px 15px;">What Alothia lacks in physical power she makes up for in stamina and speed. She is quick and able to maneuver out of most situations, even despite her clumsy tendencies.</div></div>
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'''NOTE''': ''Information presented here may be used as RP hooks within reasonable means. It is mostly presented as a point of reference for myself because I am hella forgetful.''</div></div>
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<div>Alothia grew up in the forest of the Eastern Shroud, near Hyrstmill. She came from a small family consisting of her father, mother and younger sister. Her childhood was a happy one, with the only problem being that her parents were always working and didn't have a ton of time to spend with her. Alothia saw what this did to her parents, this constant working, and decided that she didn't want to be a slave to work. It was about the same time that Alothia realized that she had a gift for getting people to like her and befriend her...she had become a manipulator. With these skills, she left home against the will of her parents at the age of 15. It was not a peaceful leaving, and things were said and done at the time that Alothia doesn't like to discuss.

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"My mother's name was Aughinae and my father's Emet. We lived in a small community not far away from Hyrstmill. My parents didn't leave the tribes, their parents had left...so I never knew what it was like growing up in that world. But, because my family wasn't a part of that group, they had to work extra hard to make it." She sighed at this point. "I remember being little and trying to get my parents' attention...but they were always working on something...I know it wasn't always like that, but that's what I remember most."
She shifted a little. "When I was 8, my sister Lini was born. She was cute...but she took what little time my parents had for me away. Over the next 7 turns, I grew more and more distant from my home, and started hanging out with kids from other families, and a lot of the kids I met when we took trips to the city to sell our goods." She played with the hem of her top. "I liked the freedom of the cities. I liked the people I met there. They liked me...I found I was...good...at getting people to do what I wanted."
She took the next part slow. "I ran away at 15. I remember screaming at my parents. I remember my mother crying...and then I left. And I never went back."
Her eyes glazed over, old feelings being dredged up, tears pooling at their corners. "I never got to apologize...when we came back from the skip, I went there to find them...but the house was gone. It was completely burned to the ground. There was nothing left..."

She wiped at the tears still left in her eyes and went on. "Life in the city was...very strange. I had made it a point to myself that I wouldn't become lost in work. So instead, I found no work at all. Instead, I let other people work for me. They did the dirty work. They got hurt. And I didn't care. I didn't really know any of them. They were merely faces that I could utilize to my end. It was a very hedonistic way of thinking, I know." She shrugged, the familiar feelings flooding her again. "I would take on jobs and send people out of them. Usually they were legitimate. Things like delivering a package...at least that's how it started. But I grew greedy. And my heart hardened. Why shouldn't I make more money? What was to stop me?" She shuddered. "I felt...powerful. People as my little pawns to use to my own end. I wasn't the one doing the work, so why should I care? Why would I care?"

She clenched her fists, "And so I began to take on more dangerous lines of work. Theiving. Roughing. Murder." She laughed callously, "But my hands are clean...for the most part. There were a few...tasks...I rather enjoyed." She opened her palm to show the familiar burning flame. "I was quite the firestarter~" She blew into her palm until the flame went out again, then closed her hand and her eyes.

“By the time I was 20, I had built quite a name for myself in the shadier circles. People came to me with jobs, and I took them all. My network of people was changing...I wasn't so sure what the people I was hiring were doing. Didn't care. I did befriend one girl...she was a young hyur thing. I suppose she reminded me of Lini. She wanted to please me so badly...so I sent her out on a job. I didn't think it would be a big deal. Go and steal a small thing..."

"When...when we found her...she was mutilated...she had been raped...they cut words into her flesh and left her there...they knew she was working for me and left her barely alive....they would have given her mercy had they killed her." She closed her eyes again. "It hit me then, the gravity of my actions. I left the city and wandered after that. I needed time to think..." She sobbed then, small squeaking noises escaping from her lips. "I was a horrible person..."

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The next few years of her life were not so good. She managed to do well for herself, but at the cost of others. Many people were used in order to keep Alothia afloat, including a young Miqo'te girl. She was one of Alothia's lackeys, and she was sent out to do a job...which ended up being much more than was bargained for. When the girl returned to Alothia; bruised, battered, and broken; Alothia finally saw firsthand the damage that she was doing to others. She stopped her illegal dealings, and managed to run into a childhood friend, Frosty Mouse, who managed to help her set up a small mercenary company.

The company thrived, growing from a small group of 2 or 3 workers, to a more extensive company. With the help of Zenge Eien, she named the company Corvus Cinis, after Zenge's old unit within the Garlean Army. While her company was thriving, she met one Mister Oskar Helvig, and they began a relationship. This relationship caused much dissension within the company as many of her employees did not like Oskar or the way that he seemingly manipulated Alothia.

About 4 moons into their relationship, Oskar felt that he needed a break, and he and Alothia parted ways. Lost in her loneliness, Alothia focused on her company, strengthening it's bonds and helping to bring new employees into the fold. She kindled a new relationship with colleague and friend, Zenge Eien with whom she feelt much more at ease. Their relationship was passionate and just what Alothia needed to bring her focus back to the company and what was important.

However, as the moons went on, Zenge grew more and more distant, spending much more time out on patrols for the Twin Adders. By the time the Calamity hit, Alothia and Zenge were completely separated. Zenge left, worried that his ties to the Garlean Empire would mean trouble for Alothia, and indeed they did. Constantly worried about being hunted down, Alothia fled deep into the Twelveswood to hide. She was not seen by the company nor any others for quite sometime. Yet the day that Dalmud fell, Alothia, determined to do her part, came out of hiding to help tend the wounds of those in the battle. While she did not see any of her companions there, she felt that she had at least done her part when it mattered most.
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'''Right Afterward'''
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Alothia appeared again in the middle of the Twelveswood completely bewildered and unsure of what had just happened. The next few weeks went by in a blur, Alothia searching the Twelveswood for people she knew. On her travels, she found Endricane, equally as bewildered. They made their way to Quarrymill, or what was left of it, to try to find Kass. Instead, they found a house burnt to the ground, and no one who could tell them what had happened. Afterward, they made their way to where Alothia had grown up, only to find a similar situation. In their mutual grief they comforted each other, and then parted ways. Alothia then traveled to the three city states.

First, Alothia traveled to Gridania, searching for word of her parents and sister. There, she signed back up with the Twin Adders, and checked in with the Stillglade Fane. While there, she helped for a few weeks with healing the sick. She also learned about the skip, and that five years had passed since the battle of Cartineau Flats. She was dumbstruck and did not leave her in room for several days. Finally, she decided to head to Ul'Dah to check on her properties.

When she traveled there, the first thing she did was go to the Corvus Cinis headquarters, but found the building silent. She asked local merchants if they knew who currently owned the place, but none of them could tell her anything about the man who seemed to be living there. She frequented the Mineral Concern and the merchant stalls trying to catch wind of anyone she knew, until finally she heard that other people like her had been heading to Limsa Lominsa to the Soliloquy tavern.

In the next few weeks, she made her way across Thanalan to La Noseca and eventually Limsa Lominsa. She managed to secure a room at the Mizzenmast and began traveling the city looking for familiar faces. She was pleased to see that Soliloquy was what everyone had said, a gathering ground for people like her. There she was reunited with Xenedra and Kass, and met quite a few other people.

The suns went on, and she met a young Hyur named Paradyme Capellago. They began seeing each other on an exclusive basis, and quickly progressed that relationship from dating to being engaged. Everything was fine until Para's brother, Joshua, came looking for him. Alothia, along with her friends Lainseworth and Vash, made a daring rescue attempt. They managed to get Para back, but at the loss of the evil man who had captured him. Eventually, this resentment took a toll on their relationship, and Para quickly broke off the engagement, and slept with another woman, causing a rift between the two of them that could not be repaired as far as a relationship was concerned.
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'''Love...quadrangles?'''
<spoiler>Following the breakup that Para thrust upon her, Alothia became a sad individual, spending much of her time alone and contemplating. Her friends, however, did not want her to be alone. Eric and Lily began spending more time with her in an attempt to cheer her. Feelings, however, soon developed between Eric and Alothia, but that wasn't the end of it. After a trip to Soliloquy and an excursion in Limsa Lominsa, Alothia soon started having similar feelings for Kanko Saou, a seemingly surly Miqo'te. To further complicate matters, after a surprise training session from her friend Mikael, she also found herself having feelings for him as well.

This was all a bit too much for the miqo'te woman, and after a week or two of being mired in the misery of indecision, Alothia decided that she needed to take a step back from all of them, and headed out to Coerthas. Kanko, however, followed her, and after a while, Alothia found that her heart had made her decision for her. This too, didn't come without complications. Deirdre Ta'ea, sometimes friend and sometimes foe, also had feelings for Kanko, which she kept hidden.

Once the pair returned from Coerthas, they attended the Seventh Annual Full Cold Moon Gala, with the rest of Corvus Cinis. The crowd was too much, however, and the majority of Corvus made their way to Camp Bronze Lake for some rest and relaxation. While there, Deirdre showed up, and threatened to kill Para for breaking his vow to Alothia, and ended up in a skirmish with Kanko as well. Alothia, seemingly defeated, stepped back and let them fight it out, with Deirdre fleeing at the end, and Alothia tending to Kanko's wounds.

A few suns later, Kanko approached Deirdre to confront her about the situation, and to retrieve the pendant she had stolen. When he returned, Alothia spoke with him of the conversation that he had had with Deirdre, which included Deirdre confessing her love for him. Alothia expected him to change his mind with his decision, but was instead surprised with his own confession of love. Having harbored the same feelings herself, she returned the sentiments, even if she was still a bit wary of the situation with Deirdre.
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'''I Just Can't Stomach It'''
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'''The Tale of Souyo Xander'''
((This summary is copied from the AST/CC forums, and was written by Eric Verus))
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- A Corvus upon itself - (9/15/13 - 9/21/13)

Corvus Cinis has been betrayed from within. The veteran Souyo Xander has betrayed his allies by succumbing to the influence of a darkened crystal that draws out the negative impulses in a person, in an attempt to gain power. The darkness within has pulled Souyo into a conquest to kill all Garleans, potentially purging, even those among Eorzean Citizenry, in retaliation to the travesties of the Garlean Military occupying parts of Eorzea. Lily Dawnsworn, Lainsworth Ravencraft, and Eric Verus met Souyo on the field of battle, and were soundly defeated by the powers both a crystal of darkness, and a crystal of light that Souyo once bore as a Paladin.

To make matters worse,Vash Ashford, the cheerful Miqo’te member of the Company, as well as the strange Seeress known as ‘K’oriah’ were also corrupted under the influence of the Dark Crystal and pulled to Souyo’s side. Displaying that any member could be potentially vulnerable the company Leaders Alothia Starkwood and Lily Dawnsworn called for a lockdown on communications on the Company’s Linkshell communications, in an effort to protect members from further attacks. Meanwhile, Eric Verus launched a silent inquiry, using his skills in the Arcane and his experience in his encounter with the Dark Crystal to help verify allies and put the leadership at better ease.

Unfortunately, not all were alerted to the goings on in process, and the Sorcerer Starwind Meladon was captured and held hostage, and Paradyme Capellago was shot by a Darksteel Arrow from Vash Ashford. Demands were made for Lily Dawnsworn, Eric Verus, and Alothia Starkwood to meet Souyo near the mountain ridge of Behemoth’s Dominion, in exchange for Starwind’s safe return. While left no other choice to comply, the trio were not content to simply walk into what they knew was a trap and each, individually and as a group formulated their own plans for confronting the corrupted Dragoon and his cohorts…

- The Battle of the Dominion - (9/22/13)

The two Trio’s met in Behemoth’s Dominion, where Souyo surrendered the unconscious Starwind as agreed, however, when Eric called reinforcements to gather the man, the Seeress K’oriah summoned a large Voidsent to attack the group, and thus a large battle began in earnest.

Lily moved to engage Souyo, while Eric and Alothia engaged the Voidsent and the remaining two opponents with surprises of their own. Eric decided that his loyalty to Corvus superseded the bounds of law, and brought with him a Garlean Gunblade, which he used to keep Vash’s arrows at bay, while displaying a tremendous amount of magical resistance to spells and curses alike. While Alothia performed like an elemental fiend unleashed, displaying a level of offensive power not yet seen from her previously.

Yet even as the Voidkin was bested with the might of Magic, and the Souyo and company began to feel pressure on all ends, the roaring cry of the Behemoth could be heard as it approached… it seemed that both companies would soon face the rampage of the great Beast of the Dominion.

Fortunately, reinforcements from Corvus Cinus by distress calls, arrived just in time to engage the hearty beast. Among the many brave heroes of note:

Tayn Zolin, whose quick wit and scouting lead the impromptu reinforcements to reach the Dominion just in time.

Lainsworth Ravenclaw, recently re-emerging with renewing Paladin powers , whom was able to rearm Lily at a critical moment with Giantsgall Sword dubbed ‘Justice’.

Mixie Trixie, able to show unique skills and powers to the Prismatic Crystal reacquired from Alothia on the field.

Rio van Rash, who appeared herself on the field to aid the wounded at Eric’s behest, even after smuggling him her hand-crafted gunblade.

Paradyme and Rhashi - who made sure in all the chaos Starwin Maleon and other wounded made it to safety from the battle, putting even their own lives at risk to save others.

- among many others, even allies not yet members of Corvus Cinius.

Meanwhile, as Lily began to drive Souyo back with skilled swordsmanship, some of which learned from Souyo’s own personal diaries. Alothia unleashed a powerful fireball inadvertently that would have scorched Eric along with Vash and K’oriah, though the Seeress mysteriously placed herself in more direct danger to push Eric to safety, much to his surprise.

However, the forces of the Darkened Crystal had one last card to play. Battered and burned, Vash Ashford detonated the cliffside, which had been secretly packed with explosives. This triggered a landslide that injured many member of Corvus Cinis, as well as pinning the Behemoth beneath the rubble. Alothia and Eric both were flung from the cliffs in the explosion, landing hard upon the snow below. Alothia collided with a rock and lost consciousness, with Eric’s previous wounds and surgery scars being strained to the point of re-opening on landing.

Souyo capitalized on the moment of weakness in the beast, and slammed his spear into the skull of the Behemoth,revealing his intention in the creatures dying wails. A Lightened Crystal, which he aimed to claim for his own, were it not for the pursuit of Lily who tossed Souyo’s old Paladin blade to knock it from his hands had sprung from the Behemoth’s life force. The Crystal Emitted a field of energy that prevented all others from interfering, and the two reengaged into their duel, fighting over who would claim this new source of power.

Vash and K’oriah began to make their escape from the Dominion, climbing up the cliffs of the craggy mountains, when they were met by the arrival of K’anko Tia, who had scaled the mountain by hand to single handedly ambush a flee-attempt from Corvus’s foes, in spite of discharging himself from the Company earlier. Tossing the Mage to the side, K’anko engaged Vash directly in combat, forcing the Seer to look onto the violence from afar.

Souyo fought with new Ferocity, meaning to claim the crystal for his own. However just as he was about to strike downwards from a powerful blow that would have dealt a grievous wound, Eric, having closed his wounds through sheer force of magical power and assistance from his Eos, unleashed a ruin spell that struck the man in mid-air, making the would be powerful strike into a battle-deciding blunder, giving Lily the opportunity to claim the Lightened Crystal for her own, and force the man to flee from the scene.

- Aftermath of the Battle -

Due to interference from the Fleeing Souyo, Kanko suffered severe wounds in his battle with Vash. However, he did not leave empty handed. The Miqo’te fighter managed to capture Vash, who fell unconscious to his wounds, and drag the youth from the Dominion to Corvus Cinus headquarters in Fallgourd Float, where the Remainder of the Company had gathered post battle.

In spite of wounds of their own, Mixie, Eric, and Sesseriku, a friend of the the Company, all went to tend the others over themselves. However, they were met by Deirdre Ta’ea, who, after questioning Eric’s intentions for the captured Vash Ashford, decided to take him herself for her own intentions. Too weak and weary from the fighting, Eric decided against engaging the Elezen woman, and commanded the Company to stand down and allow her to leave with the Miqo’te traitor - shortly before collapsing to exhaustion himself.

Sesseriku was finally given a pearl to the Company by Lily, in thanks for all his deeds - marking the first new recruitment to the Company since the betrayal, and a shift in the tides of the conflict.

- A moment’s Respite - (9/23/13 - ??/??/??)

The Pearl Souyo had in order to capitalize on communication was destroyed, his plan to acquire another crystal of power foiled, yet he was still at large, with many members of Corvus wounded or exhausted to collapse. The Company, however, won a small victory in earning the security of their communications once more and some semblance of normalcy could return. With Souyo having to face defeat at the loss of his own objective, there would be a moment’s pause in which he would have to reassess his tactics, and for the moment, a measure of peace would be enjoyed.

However, for those closest to the conflict, this time would be a matter of preparation, for they aimed to make the next confrontation with Souyo the last.

- A moment’s Respite - (9/23/13 - 9/25/13)

The Pearl Souyo had in order to capitalize on communication was destroyed, his plan to acquire another crystal of power foiled, yet he was still at large, with many members of Corvus wounded or exhausted to collapse. The Company, however, won a small victory in earning the security of their communications once more and some semblance of normalcy could return. With Souyo having to face defeat at the loss of his own objective, there would be a moment’s pause in which he would have to reassess his tactics, and for the moment, a measure of peace would be enjoyed.

However, for those closest to the conflict, this time would be a matter of preparation, for they aimed to make the next confrontation with Souyo the last.

Eric, who had suffered under his exhaustion, mysteriously recovered after a heavily fevered day of unconsciousness. Concerned for events, he retreated for some time of meditation, and was promptly chastised by Lily, who asked him not to make a habit of such sudden disappearances.

Meanwhile, the more stationary Alothia and K'anko resorted to a series of prank-letters, plaguing Lily and Eric with jokes regarding the pair. After a frustration-inspired bout of drinking, however the bonds of trust between Lily and Eric were strengthened as Lily confided her past to the Arcanist privately.

Vash Ashford was put to question by Deirdre, and it was found that separation from the corrupting power of the Darkened Crystal actually resulted in a form of madness, and during a Prisoner Transfer, he made an escape under circumstances Eric calls into question, but does not get an straight answer from K'anko. Conversation's spark once again about the safety of the Company as a whole, and it is agreed upon that Corvus Headquarters be temporarily moved to the Observatory in Coerthas Highlands for the protection of the company.

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'''Captured'''
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K'anko and Alothia were out near the Garlean outpost in the Black Shroud, when suddenly they were ambushed by a scouting party of Garleans. They were separated and taken into custody inside the Castrum. Inside, they were allowed to see each other only a few times, each undergoing their own trials.

Alothia's experiences inside the fortress left her battle scarred and jumpy. Physical abuse was not something she was used to, and coupled with the mental abuse of trying to get secrets out of them, she had a difficult time adjusting to life when they were finally rescued by members of Jutat De, Lily and Tayn.

In order to gain back some of her composure, K'anko and Alothia went on an extended hiatus from the company, taking time to settle things between themselves and the world around them.
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'''Welcome Home'''
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Upon returning to Jutat De, Alothia and K'anko once again became involved in the lives of the others they once knew. Now a member of the Dark Embers company, Eric called out to them to tell of new developments with his problem. Apparently the woman whom he had once loved was nothing short of an Ascian, and she had been using Eric to help incubate a new type of Voidsent. With the banishment of the crystal from his stomach, things had almost turned normal. However, there was a problem. The shards which Eric had frequently vomited up during his sickness called to the Void and the Ascian woman.
Searching for the remainder of the crystals, Eric and company recruited the help of Alothia and K'anko. They managed to track down disturbances in once peaceful places, and were worried that this would only spiral more out of control. Eric and Dark Embers managed to have a confrontation with the woman, and in the aftermath, returned to the place to study the residual Aetherial signatures.
Alothia studied the signatures and attempted to resonate with the frequencies she found. Unfortunately, this caused another problem. Alothia inadvertently touched the Void with which the Ascians were linked. After a few suns of being knocked out, Alothia woke to hear voices, voices she could not get rid of. They caused her to be riddled with self doubt and anger, and in an attempt to find her center again, she fled to the woods with K'anko once more, without so much as a word to the people she had left behind.
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'''The Beginning of the End'''
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The voices grew stronger and more persistent as their time in the Shroud went on. With only K'anko as her confidant, Alothia grew more and more paranoid of the man, finding that even his presence was leading to her troubles. In an attempt to save both him and herself, she sent him on his own way, ending the relationship that had once caused her so much comfort. Where he went, she does not know.
Alothia then returned to Gridania and sought the help of the one place she thought might be able to help, the Stillglade Fane. Conjurers of the guild studied her for some time, and in order to quiet the voices of the Void, they attempted to teach her simple meditation skills. For a few moons, Alothia stayed with them under their tutelage. Armed with some sort of defenses, Alothia decided that it was best to try to return home, and she made the trek back to Ul'dah to return to the company she once called home.
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'''Good Things Come to Those Who Wait'''
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<div align=center><div>Some of these rumors are untrue, speculation, or are greatly exaggerated. Please feel free to add your own rumors under the Player Character category!</div></div>

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<div style="padding:10px 25px; background: #EAB5C5; color:#62B1F6;font-size:14px;text-shadow: 1px 1px 1px #EAB5C5;"><b>◢ COMMON RUMORS - </b>''Easily overheard. Use these freely!''</div>
<div><font style="color:#b3aba6;">■</font> "I heard that she used to date Oskar...how did she manage to put up with him?" - '''<font style="font-variant:small-caps;font-size:14px;">Finicky Friend</font>'''.</div>
<div><font style="color:#b3aba6;">■</font> "Didn't she run that company...Corvus Cinis? I heard they needed a new front door every week." - '''<font style="font-variant:small-caps;font-size:14px;">Crotchety Carpenter</font>'''.</div>
<div><font style="color:#b3aba6;">■</font> "She sure knows how to control the elements. All of 'em too, from what I can tell." - '''<font style="font-variant:small-caps;font-size:14px;">Tawdry Thaumaturge</font>'''.</div>
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<div style="padding:10px 25px; background: #EAB5C5; color:#62B1F6;font-size:14px;text-shadow: 1px 1px 1px #EAB5C5;"><b>◢ UNCOMMON RUMORS -</b> ''A little more difficult to hear. Use sparingly or ask first!''</div>
<div><font style="color:#948d8a;">■</font> "She does all of her books herself...won't let anyone else touch her gil. I wonder why..." - '''<font style="font-variant:small-caps;font-size:14px;">Badgering Bookkeeper</font>'''.</div>
<div><font style="color:#948d8a;">■</font> "I hear she's quite good with Fire...used to be good at healing, too, from what I can tell. Hasn't seemed to try healing anyone for a while though. Strange...." - '''<font style="font-variant:small-caps;font-size:14px;">Busybody</font>'''.</div>
<div><font style="color:#948d8a;">■</font> "I've heard she lets her boyfriends abuse her. Poor thing, she really ought to stand up for herself!" - '''<font style="font-variant:small-caps;font-size:14px;">Busybody</font>'''.</div>
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<div style="padding:10px 25px; background: #EAB5C5; color:#62B1F6;font-size:14px;text-shadow: 1px 1px 1px #EAB5C5;"><b>◢ RARE RUMORS -</b> ''Very rarely overheard. Please ask before using!''</div>
<div><font style="color:#706b68;">■</font> "I've heard that if you're in the mood for a ''good time'', she knows a woman who does that sort of work. Rates are reasonable too." - '''<font style="font-variant:small-caps;font-size:14px;">Patron</font>'''.</div>
<div><font style="color:#706b68;">■</font> "Her past is kinda shady...I hear she's just nice to everyone to cover that up. - '''<font style="font-variant:small-caps;font-size:14px;">Shady Dealer</font>'''.</div>
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<div><font style="color:#44413f;">■</font> ''"We are...like two sides to a coin. Yet I am honored to call her...friend."'' '''- <font style="font-variant:small-caps;font-size:14px;">[[Lily Dawnsworn]]</font>'''.</div>
<div><font style="color:#44413f;">■</font> ''"I will kill anyone who wishes her harm, that woman has saved my life and she does not realize it."'' '''- <font style="font-variant:small-caps;font-size:14px;">[[Deirdre Ta'ea]]</font>'''.</div>
<div><font style="color:#44413f;">■</font> ''"She is ... an above-average detective.... when she's got my help."'' '''- <font style="font-variant:small-caps;font-size:14px;">[[Rhu'to Brom]]</font>'''.</div>
<div><font style="color:#44413f;">■</font> ''"I've watched her kill to save the one's she loves. Anyone like that is a good ally to have in my book."'' '''- <font style="font-variant:small-caps;font-size:14px;">[[Vash Ashford]]</font>'''.</div>
<div><font style="color:#44413f;">■</font> ''"I'd hit that. Just saying."'' '''- <font style="font-variant:small-caps;font-size:14px;">[[Tayn Zolin]]</font>'''.</div>
<div><font style="color:#44413f;">■</font> ''"The Boss Lady's pretty smart, but she's got really terrible taste in men is all I'm sayin'."'' '''- <font style="font-variant:small-caps;font-size:14px;">[[Rio van Rosch]]</font>'''.</div>
<div><font style="color:#44413f;">■</font> ''"My heart; the light that banishes the fog and guides me home again."'' '''- <font style="font-variant:small-caps;font-size:14px;">[[Khale Embrise]]</font>'''.</div>

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<center><div><font style="color:#F02311;" size="2">♥</font> Romantic Attraction | <font style="color:#FA70BC;" size="2">♥</font> Platonic Love | <font style="color:#6B8E23;" size="2">✔</font> Positive | <font style="color:#C24640;" size="2">✖</font> Negative | <font style="color:#6b6e72;" size="2">●</font> Neutral </div><div><font style="font-size:13px;">'''<font style="font-variant:small-caps;font-weight:bold;font-size:12px;">note</font>''': Characters with whom Alothia has had little interaction with will be gradually cycled out. Also trying to be more active with her in RP after a long sort of hiatus so please forgive me if your name has slipped my mind! People who have left a lasting impression on Alothia will remain in the list, even if they're not currently playing/around.</font></div></center>

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: <div>'''<font style="font-variant:small-caps;">[[Khale Embrise]]</font>''' '''('''<font style="color:#F02311;" size="2">♥</font> ''')''' - '''Unexpected Connection.'''</div>
: <div>Alothia happened upon Khale in the Quicksand and, seeing the man alone, decided to approach him for conversation. In the time sense then, there hasn't been a day that they haven't spoken, and even if it is just for a few fleeting moments, they make a point of seeing each other. Surprised by the quickness with which their relationship progressed, Aly and Khale are thoroughly smitten with each other..</div>
: <div>'''<font style="font-variant:small-caps;">[[Eric Verus]]</font>''' '''('''<font style="color:#FA70BC;" size="2">♥</font> ''')''' - '''Brother/Friend.'''</div>
: <div>Eric met Aly as a new recruit for Corvus Cinis right after the Calamity. They developed a budding romance, but Menphina had other plans for them. She has helped Eric overcome many things, as he has with her. Currently, they are still acquainted, but Aly wishes she got to see and speak with him more often.<.font></div>
: <div>'''<font style="font-variant:small-caps;">[[Kassandra Dawn]]</font>''' '''(''' <font style="color:#6B8E23;" size="2">✔</font> ''')''' - '''Kassabanana...'''</div>
: <div>Kass was one of Aly's first and closest friends in Eorzea. They went through much together before the Calamity, although they don't see each other as much as they used to. Aly's five year absence and subsequent disappearances have strained the relationship, although Alothia wishes to restore it someday.</div>
: <div>'''<font style="font-variant:small-caps;">[[Lily Dawnsworn]]</font>''' '''(''' <font style="color:#6B8E23;" size="2">✔</font> ''')''' - '''...''Serious Business'''''</div>
: <div>Lily is one of Aly's closest friends and confidantes, even though they are exact opposites. Lily is currently one of Aly's associates in Jutat De, a helpful moral compass when Aly loses her way, and a fun person to tease. </div>
: <div>'''<font style="font-variant:small-caps;">[[U'zhan Tia]]</font>''' '''('''<font style="color:#F02311;" size="2">♥</font> ''')''' - '''Friendly Fling.'''</div>
: <div> Aly and U'zhan met many moons ago in Soliloquy tavern, and they soon formed a fast friendship. Fast forward to Para's abandonment of their engagement, and the friendship became somewhat more. Nothing happened, however, until Alothia returned from her sojourn in the Shroud. Aly and U'zhan developed a casual fling, and even though they have affection for each other, they both realize that a serious relationship was not in the cards. Their fling lasted a few weeks, ending shortly before Aly began dating Khale.</div>
: <div>'''<font style="font-variant:small-caps;">[[Oskar Helvig]]</font>''' '''(''' <font style="color:#6b6e72;" size="2">●</font> ''')''' - '''First Love.'''</div>
: <div>Oskar was Alothia's first boyfriend in Eorzea. They dated for many moons back before the Calamity until drama with [[Deirdre Ta'ea]] ultimately caused them to split. Oskar disappeared into the caves of his forefathers, and is presumed dead.</div>
: <div>'''<font style="font-variant:small-caps;">[[Paradyme Capellago]]</font>''' '''(''' <font style="color:#6b6e72;" size="2">●</font> ''')''' - '''Ex Fiance.'''</div>
: <div>Alothia met Para one evening at the Soliloquy tavern, only to fall fast and hard into a relationship with the red-headed hyur. They quickly got engaged, only to have Para break the relationship with infidelity. They lost touch and never quite mended their relationship. She currently has no knowledge of his happenings.</div>
: <div>'''<font style="font-variant:small-caps;">[[Zenge Eien]]</font>''' '''(''' <font style="color:#6b6e72;" size="2">●</font> ''')''' - '''Garlean Persuasion'''</div>
: <div>Alothia and Zenge met at Corvus Cinis, developing a friendship that turned into romance after Oskar left the picture. Zenge's Garlean heritage never bothered Alothia, and they grew close despite the cultural differences. Unfortunately, the relationship grew strained, and ended completely once the Calamity passed. Alothia has not seen Zenge since a moon before the Calamity.</div>
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:: <div><font style="color:#585350;" size="2">■</font> '''Past Life'''. People who may have been involved in crime syndicates from back before the Calamity may have known Alothia</div>

: <div style="padding:0px 0px; font-size:16px;color:#74BBFB;text-shadow: 1px 1px 1px #dddddd;font-weight:bold;">'''Outside Links:'''</div>

:: <div><font style="color:#585350;" size="2">■</font> '''[http://menphinaskeeper.tumblr.com Menphina's Keeper]''' - A Tumblr blog. Alothia’s IC journal, as well as some inspirations pics and ask prompts.</div>
:: <div><font style="color:#585350;" size="2">■</font> '''[http://open.spotify.com/user/121309065/playlist/6rUwfYr4wQYqYodtmrtWIP Alothia's Playlist (spotify)]''' - WIP.</div>

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: * [http://tvtropes.org/pmwiki/pmwiki.php/Main/BadDreams Bad Dreams]
: * [http://tvtropes.org/pmwiki/pmwiki.php/Main/TheAtoner The Atoner]
: * [http://tvtropes.org/pmwiki/pmwiki.php/Main/BeneathTheMask Beneath the Mask]
: * [http://tvtropes.org/pmwiki/pmwiki.php/Main/PluckyGirl Plucky Girl]

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:: <div><font style="color:#585350;" size="2">■</font> Template adapted from [[Bancroft Gairn]], with edits by [[Xheja Rajhera]] / [[N'hadiya Khei]]. Further edited and adapted by [[User:Cuideag|Jajara Jara]] / [[User:Cuideag|Delial Grimsong]]. Even more edited by [[Alothia Starkwood]]</div>

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Jinh'a Ganaji

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==Basic Info==
'''Height:''' 5 fulms 11 ilms

'''Weight:''' 168 ponz

'''Orientation:''' Straight

'''Occupation:''' Thief, Summoner, Fledgling Craftsman, Hopeless Navigator

==History==
Jinh'a's love of the ocean is a product of his upbringing. His mother, Jinh Ganaji, and father, Lath'zi Notae, were free mariners of the open waters. With no nation to call their own, Jinh'a's parents lived and died by their own code. Some would call them pirates. Others might point to their occasional service and name them privateers. Whatever the case, they traded, stole, and killed their way through much of Eorzea. Jinh'a's hands are not entirely clean, either.

Jinh'a found himself alone and an adult by age 12. His father was killed fighting pirates which were thought to hail from Limsa Lominsa. His mother sought revenge on these pirates, but she was tragically lost at sea during her pursuit. Jinh'a had no where else to turn, and thus his new life began amongst the same people who caused the death of his parents.

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==Personality==
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Lyse Crofte

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''To the victor go the spoils, but what do the survivors get?''
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<div style="font-size:12px;color:#fff; letter-spacing:1px; font-family: georgia;">Described at times as 'creepy' and 'intimidating', Lyse prefers to think of herself as a quiet observer. She is fiercely loyal and though she has few real connections in the world since her time in Carteneau, those she does have she holds onto with both fists.
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She is no stranger to speaking her mind when necessary, and if asked for her opinion she will give it truly and honesty whether the person wants the full weight of her observations or not.
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Though she is loathe to kill for no reason, she won't hesitate to take a life if it seems necessary, refusing to spend hours poring over the ideas of absolute right and wrong in which killing is always bad or always good. To Lyse, there is right and wrong and while she realises that some of her choices will be always taken as the wrong choice -- and she accepts that they are likely very wrong -- if she feels passionately she will still carry them out.</div>
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A lot can be said about someone by the company they keep, and both through her time with the Flame Yataghans and just sitting around in the Hourglass or otherwise, Lyse has made some amazing connections to some lovely people. <br><br>
&hearts;[[Khyros Oroban]]: Lyse spent many years wandering alone and never letting other people crack through her shell, until a fated encounter with Khy in the Shroud one night. She learned she could smile, she could feel that low-down dirty unf feeling, and her heart still thrummed with emotion. He's like no one she's ever met before and she feels she owes a great deal to him, even if his modesty keeps him from accepting how much he might have actually done for her. Budding feelings are an odd thing for a woman who was completely ready to spend her life alone. Alas, some things are not meant to be, and you are better served being a true friend to someone you might have loved more deeply. Youth outweighs most things and Lyse isn't one to try and bring someone to a full halt before they are ready. <br>
&hearts;[[Augustine Frost]]: Augustine made the mistake of approaching Lyse in a drunken stupor one night and hadn't really expected for her to take to him, as far as she can tell. She didn't fall for his advances, but over the next little while did find she cared about him more than she cared to admit and, at one point, had considered actually taking him up on his offer for a date. Since then, he's found his true place with his heart and she couldn't be happier for him, and has instead taken up the role of the girl who throws rocks at him that he might have had romantic inclinations towards, but now just seems to care about; a feeling which is reciprocated. <br>
&hearts;[[Garrett Sancsaron]]: Garrett is family, and even Lyse cannot explain why she took so suddenly to the man, but he seems to appreciate the way that she treats him as both and an adult, bolstering his confidence and assuming he is full capable, which she truly believes. As much as she can, Lyse is determined to rebuild his confidence and allow him to be the man she knows he can be, all while protecting him as much as she would any of her other dear friends. <br>
&hearts;[[Tayn Zolin]]: If ever there were a man who was, in essence, the balancing force for Lyse's moods, it'd be Tayn. A man of stature and importance who knows when to let loose and when to buckle down and get serious; he's self sacrificing to a fault, much like Lyse, and willing to go the extra distance for friends and family; he's one of the best things to ever happen to her and they spend an incessant amount of time together.<br>
&hearts;[[Aerius Destroven]]: Quiet and pretty are the best ways to describe Aerius on any given day. Her association with him was sudden, but she seems to like him as much anyone would an associate that they see infrequently. Likely to trust him at her back in a fight, she sees something there between he and Lily and wishes to encourage that. <br>
&hearts;[[Lily Dawnsworn]]: Tough as nails and soft as feathers - it's a hard balance to hold for a woman of the cloth, but Lily does it with grace and dignity, a thing Lyse wishes she had more often. There's a strength in Lily that Lyse sees mirrored in her own self, and a softness that she shows infrequently which speaks to the dragoon on many levels. If you want a woman at your back in a fight, It's Lily. <br>
&diams;[[Garrett Slater]]: In her mind, Lyse often refers to Garrett as blondiebear, and took to him a bit more than he likely took to her because of his chivalry and compassion. Not one to be conned into doing something untoward just because of someone's feigned sob story, Lyse realised she was very fond of him when his resolve held true even though it was upsetting to him. He seems a man afraid of falling short of others expectations, but has met Lyse's and then some. <br>
&hearts;[[Trisselle Ganathain]]: Though a fairly new associate of Lyse's, she's fond of the current-Hyur, former-Elezen, and sees a doting, mothering compassion in her, as well as a deep respect for the people around her, regardless of their race, gender, or creed. Though Triss often sells herself short, Lyse sees in her a fire that would burn the world to cinder if her friends were at stake, and that is worth everything in the world to Lyse. <br>
<font color="red">&diams;</font>[[Kale Aideron]]: When Lyse transferred over to the Flame Yataghans, she had no idea what to expect, but found a sort of odd comradery with her company. Kale was one of the first she met, and is her commanding officer. Though she often wants to hit him with rocks or just hit him in general, she tends to maintain a professionalism around him that she doesn't when she's off-duty, as if being good at what she does was a source of pride; and Kale encourages that, for the most part.<br>
<font color="red">&diams;</font>[[Dweia Delacroix]]: The healer for the Flame Yataghans, offered over from the Adders in their time of need, as everyone else within the Yataghans seems more adept at creating chaos than healing it, Dweia is irreplaceable in Lyse's eyes. It isn't just because of the fact that the woman is their healer, but that she seems to have this deep desire to mother everyone and keep people safe, regardless of what it might cost her personally. Lyse's attentions and protection tends to fall for Dweia in combat situations unless she's told otherwise.<br>
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(Feel free to add your character, this is going to be ever growing and I'll add a symbol and description for you.)
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<td align="center" width="33%" height="60">- "Who th'fuck is the redhead sitting on the pot? Doesn' she know she'll break her damn neck. Nah, 'm no' gonna tell her m'self, fuck that."</td>
<td align="center" width="33%" height="60">- "She was out in Dragonhead once... saw her slip out of the gate and down into the valley near there and then she just seemed to lose it and cut a bloody path through that thing... I ran back home after that, some things a man avoids..."</td>
<td align="center" width="33%" height="60">- "I cannot condone some of Lyse's actions, nor can I approve of her vulgarity, but that does not mean she does not speak truth, or have conviction. Her Path is set, her will is strong, and beware to the one who stands in her way." ---[[Lily Dawnsworn]]</td>
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<td align="center" width="33%" height="60">- "I'm pretty sure she might be slow... y'know, mentally? She rarely says a word unless that one guy comes in, then she throws a rock at him, calls him a name, and goes back to sittin' like a statue."</td>
<td align="center" width="33%" height="60">- "Seems no stranger to battle... once saw her walking through the shroud with her face spattered in blood and a distant look on her face. Did I approach her? I'm standin' here, ain't I?! No!"</td>
<td align="center" width="33%" height="60">- "She could, with very little difficulty, render me to pieces with merely a look. Not that I would, but if we stood against one another, I would be far the wiser to surrender. I am the forest and she is the flame in which I will drown." ---[[Trisselle Ganathain]]</td>
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<td align="center" width="33%" height="60">- "All those scars... creepy as fuck."</td>
<td align="center" width="33%" height="60">- "I kind of want to ask her if she's ever spent any time down at the brothels... the price and all, I mean have you seen the clothes she sometimes wears? Lots of skin -- scarred and shit but... it's still... nah, I won't ask."</td>
<td align="center" width="33%" height="60">- "If she can manage to keep Tayn in check, she's got to be an amazing woman. Need to get to know her better once the time presents itself." --- [[Alothia Starkwood]]</td>
<td align="center" width="33%" height="60">- (ADD ONE, PLEASE?)</td>
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Music is important to me, so while I have a playlist for Lyse called [http://8tracks.com/aidorei/scarred "scarred"], I also have a deep need to explore at least a few of these songs and their reasoning for being a part of who she is.
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[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_tmxCRRmNhM "Made of Scars"] by Stone Sour was one of the first songs I ever chose. I had always wanted her to have this tapestry of scars across her body that told a story of all the stuff she'd been through. It was to draw into the story about her blackouts and losing entire companies worth of people and being the only survivor surrounded in bodies and blood. More than anything, it's a bit of a nod to the fact that she often is heard saying "Scars are just a reminder that something tried to kill you and failed." because most of hers really should have been lethal.
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[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yKOlBZJ7Izs "The Phoenix"] by Fall Out Boy addresses my love for fire and how I see Lyse's story moving towards something where she has this note of a Phoenix who won't go down and rises from near-death so often it becomes almost obnoxious. That being said? The theme of the song being about taking the world back and making it into a beautiful thing, and taking things into your OWN hands and helping the people around you become better. She strives to help the people who she sees a sort of flaming-passion in.
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[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LyA1GL1touw "Battle Born"] by Five Finger Death Punch is not only one of my favourite songs, but every time I listen to it I think of Lyse. For a while her entire existence was a perfect measure of being alone wrapped up in a need to do what she could to make sure others wouldn't have to. Protecting her world, as it were, had become her entire focus after her love had died in Carteneau, which might have even been caused by her. She died for a bit, but never lost that spark for life... but in the end, she is a fighter and she is battle born, so it seemed fitting.
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[http://lysecrofte.tumblr.com Lyse's Inspiration Tumblr] - The Inspiration blog I made for Lyse. Sometimes OOC, sometimes not safe for work, but always useful for me. View at your own risk.<br><br>
[http://dragoonsass.tumblr.com Lyse's IC writing] - I decided to take a page from some others and give her a sort of journal to write in. I'll likely be bad at updating. Don't metagame, please. There is likely little-to-no way someone could find the IC writings at all unless Lyse were to choose to share them.<br><br>
[http://imgur.com/a/SCrHZ Lyse's Commission Gallery] - Using my imgur to host her commissions and it will be updated as they come through - all information on who drew what can be found there with links to the deviantart or otherwise. <br><br>
[http://na.finalfantasyxiv.com/lodestone/character/6056518/ Lyse's Lodestone] - It might not be wholly useful or even all that interesting, but it's there if someone wanted it.
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It's a work in progress for now, so until this line is removed, it's not wholly definitive. <br><br>
[http://tvtropes.org/pmwiki/pmwiki.php/Main/DoesNotLikeMagic Does Not Like Magic] - This one is important, as anyone who has played with her will know. It's not that she doesn't see the practical use of magic in some cases, but tends to take a harder look at darker magics and people who throw it around like the answer to everything. As Lyse understands - and understands all too well - all magic comes with a price and people seem to think it's a band-aid to fix what they don't like about the world, so she tends to abhor its use. Healing, however, seems to get somewhat of a pass. <br><br>
[http://tvtropes.org/pmwiki/pmwiki.php/Main/LadyOfWar Lady of War] - Probably the most obvious of her tropes, while most people would throw her out as the Action Girl, the weird, sage-like advice that she doles out sometimes and the fact that her violence is relatively well-contained until it's necessary helps her fall under this trope. To be honest, she doesn't dress well but she's still a damn lady, I promise. <br><br>
[http://tvtropes.org/pmwiki/pmwiki.php/Main/FriendlessBackground Friendless Background] - Though Lyse did have a family, friends, and even a lover in her past, the last six years of her life I've played out as every connection she's had has ended bloody, so she tended to avoid being parts of groups or making friends or anything of the sort - so basically since Carteneau she's had a measure of this trope in her. <br><br>
[http://tvtropes.org/pmwiki/pmwiki.php/Main/RedHeadedHero Red Headed Hero] - Y'gotta have red hair, mang. I love a redhead so every game I play the first char tends to be a redhead - generally they share similar traits, but Lyse is probably the one who nears that heroine line in a traditional sense more than anyone. <br><br>
[http://tvtropes.org/pmwiki/pmwiki.php/Main/Tsundere Tsundere] - Augustine gets the brunt of this more than anyone, but Garrett has also seen some of it as well - while arguable in being entirely fitting, Lyse is very much Tsundereesque, in going from her moods of doting mothering to wanting to throttle someone and being very harsh and blunt about what she says. It's a thing. <br><br>
[http://tvtropes.org/pmwiki/pmwiki.php/Main/StaringDownCthulhu Staring Down Cthulhu] - I struggled with this one or another for a while, but in the end Lyse is the type to stare in the face of danger and refuse to back down. Not just because she's a hero - though if someone else is involved this multiplies tenfold - but because she's just too damn stubborn to give up on things. She'll stand her ground and face down anything. <br><br>
[http://tvtropes.org/pmwiki/pmwiki.php/Main/TomboyWithAGirlyStreak Tomboy with a Girly Streak] - The tomboy part would come to no surprise to those who have been around Lyse, as she favours fighting to dancing (though to her they share similarities), and would rather be given a weapon than flowers... she still does have a touch of a girly streak in her, liking some things that people would likely not expect of the pseudo Amazon.<br><br>

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Alothia Starkwood

2015-03-09T14:05:47Z

Alothia:

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<div align=justify><div style="padding: 10px 15px;">Alothia Starkwood is a miqo'te woman who has lived a long and fruitful life, but one peppered with drama and intrigue. She has been the owner of a small company, girlfriend to a number of different men, friend to many people, and woman who takes time to get to know people from all walks of life.

At 26 years of age, she acts much more mature in some aspects than one would think, but not without an ample amount of immaturity to make up for it. She enjoys a good dirty joke or story, enjoys making her friends get flustered because of awkward situations, and generally has a wild sense of humor.

Although she exudes a flirty and chatty demeanor, it often conceals a tumult of emotions hidden beneath the surface. Very few people know the her that lurks in the interior of that storm, and she is tentative about extending that trust to people. If you do manage to crack that surface, however, you will have her as a steadfast and loyal friend, one willing to stand up to almost anything to protect those she cares about.
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<div><font style="color:#8f827a;">■</font> '''Miqa'bobs'''. Particularly Tuna. It reminds her of home.</div>
<div><font style="color:#8f827a;">■</font> '''Ear Scratches'''. She's a sucker for them.</div>
<div><font style="color:#8f827a;">■</font> '''Bubble baths'''. Nothing more relaxing than a tub.</div>
<div><font style="color:#8f827a;">■</font> '''Quirky people'''. People who are interesting interest her.</div>
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<div><font style="color:#7e7b79;">■</font> '''Being Pushed Around'''. No one puts Aly in the corner.</div>
<div><font style="color:#7e7b79;">■</font> '''Intolerance'''. Aly has spent many years being kind to others and learning their stories before judging. She wishes the same of others.</div>
<div><font style="color:#7e7b79;">■</font> '''Conflict'''. While it is a necessary evil, she avoids it like the plague.</div>
<div><font style="color:#7e7b79;">■</font> '''Rain'''. It makes her tail poof and her hair become matted. No to this. Unless it's the sound. She likes the sound of rain.</div>
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<div><font style="color:#8f827a;">■</font> '''Being Alone'''. If anything scares the woman, it is this. A life of solitude.</div>
<div><font style="color:#8f827a;">■</font> '''Manipulation'''. In her past life, she was extremely manipulative, and she hates to think she'd become like that again.</div>
<div><font style="color:#8f827a;">■</font> '''Death'''. Watching people die is her least favorite thing in the world, and losing those close to her is her worst fear.</div>
<div><font style="color:#8f827a;">■</font> '''Cheating'''. She is very self conscious and is always scared that her significant others will stray.</div>
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<div><font style="color:#7e7b79;">■</font> '''Charisma'''. Alothia is charismatic and it enables her to approach people of all walks of life for conversation.</div>
<div><font style="color:#7e7b79;">■</font> '''Thaumaturgy'''. She's great at blowing stuff up.</div>
<div><font style="color:#7e7b79;">■</font> '''Handwriting'''. She was taught how to write at a young age, and she practices daily.</div>
<div><font style="color:#7e7b79;">■</font> '''Organization'''. Alothia is great at keeping people organized. Not so much for her desk though.</div>
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<div><font style="color:#8f827a;">■</font> '''Emotional'''. Alothia is often swayed by her emotions, whether good or bad..</div>
<div><font style="color:#8f827a;">■</font> '''Naive'''. Alothia takes most people at face value. She wants to believe in the best in everyone.</div>
<div><font style="color:#8f827a;">■</font> '''Clumsy'''. While she can be a strong magic user, she is not very deft as far as easy tasks, and can get even clumsier when flustered.</div>
<div><font style="color:#8f827a;">■</font> '''Weak'''. She is trained to use daggers in close quarters, but if it came to a match of physical strength, she would lose.</div>
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<div><font style="color:#7e7b79;">■</font> '''Gridania'''. Home of her youth.</div>
<div><font style="color:#7e7b79;">■</font> '''Thal's Respite'''. She often goes there for contemplation.</div>
<div><font style="color:#7e7b79;">■</font> '''Sanctum of the Twelve'''. Somewhat religious, this is where Alothia travels to center herself.</div>
<div><font style="color:#7e7b79;">■</font> '''Hawthorne Hut'''. Favorite place ever. Quiet, nice view, hot springs. What more could you ask for?</div>
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*'''Height:''' Tall for a Miqo'te

*'''Weight:''' Averageish, slight tummy, full in the bust and hips

*'''Body:''' Soft and quick, some muscle definition.

*'''Hair:''' Long and tied back on the sides, Pink with blue highlights

*'''Eyes:''' Lavender

*'''Skin:''' Pale, some say pale to the point of looking like death, although not to her face.

*'''Clothing: ''' Alothia prefers to wear comfortable clothing, but also clothing that shows off her assets. For a night out, she enjoys wearing her Coatee, but when working, Alothia wears Robes and other traditional Conjurer garb.
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<div align=justify><div style="padding: 7px 15px;">Alothia is a multi skilled woman, although not as skilled as some. Her first and foremost skills lie in the magical arts. While she knows how to use them in the conventional sense, her specialization is the weaving of elements to create varied spells. Akin to weaving, she is able to take smallest threads of elements and use them to create something new. Always thinking on her toes, this is what makes her a most formidable opponent.
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<div align=justify><div style="padding:10px 15px;">Alothia is a well trained thaumaturge, with extra abilities when dealing with fire magic. She was trained in it when she was very young, as she had an affinity for it, and her parents hired her a private tutor. During her more unpleasant years, Alothia's signature were buildings left smouldering. Now, it is her main magic of defense.</div></div>

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<div align=justify><div style="padding:10px 15px;">When Alothia grew a little older, she also sought training from the Conjurers of the Fane. She learned to commune with the elementals and was an adept healer. Incidents beyond her control ripped her healing abilities from her, although she is able to still control wind, air, and earth.</div></div>

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<div align=justify><div style="padding:10px 15px;">Alothia has some training with the lance, although not as much to be considered of any value. She took up this training when spending a lot of time with the Everwatch.</div></div>

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<div align=justify><div style="padding:10px 15px;">During Alothia's earlier years, she made a point of being able to defend herself in close quarters. She almost always has a dagger or two hidden on her person, ready to use at any moment.</div></div>

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<div align=justify><div style="padding:10px 15px;">What Alothia lacks in physical power she makes up for in stamina and speed. She is quick and able to maneuver out of most situations, even despite her clumsy tendencies.</div></div>
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'''NOTE''': ''Information presented here may be used as RP hooks within reasonable means. It is mostly presented as a point of reference for myself because I am hella forgetful.''</div></div>
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<div>Alothia grew up in the forest of the Eastern Shroud, near Hyrstmill. She came from a small family consisting of her father, mother and younger sister. Her childhood was a happy one, with the only problem being that her parents were always working and didn't have a ton of time to spend with her. Alothia saw what this did to her parents, this constant working, and decided that she didn't want to be a slave to work. It was about the same time that Alothia realized that she had a gift for getting people to like her and befriend her...she had become a manipulator. With these skills, she left home against the will of her parents at the age of 15. It was not a peaceful leaving, and things were said and done at the time that Alothia doesn't like to discuss.

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"My mother's name was Aughinae and my father's Emet. We lived in a small community not far away from Hyrstmill. My parents didn't leave the tribes, their parents had left...so I never knew what it was like growing up in that world. But, because my family wasn't a part of that group, they had to work extra hard to make it." She sighed at this point. "I remember being little and trying to get my parents' attention...but they were always working on something...I know it wasn't always like that, but that's what I remember most."
She shifted a little. "When I was 8, my sister Lini was born. She was cute...but she took what little time my parents had for me away. Over the next 7 turns, I grew more and more distant from my home, and started hanging out with kids from other families, and a lot of the kids I met when we took trips to the city to sell our goods." She played with the hem of her top. "I liked the freedom of the cities. I liked the people I met there. They liked me...I found I was...good...at getting people to do what I wanted."
She took the next part slow. "I ran away at 15. I remember screaming at my parents. I remember my mother crying...and then I left. And I never went back."
Her eyes glazed over, old feelings being dredged up, tears pooling at their corners. "I never got to apologize...when we came back from the skip, I went there to find them...but the house was gone. It was completely burned to the ground. There was nothing left..."

She wiped at the tears still left in her eyes and went on. "Life in the city was...very strange. I had made it a point to myself that I wouldn't become lost in work. So instead, I found no work at all. Instead, I let other people work for me. They did the dirty work. They got hurt. And I didn't care. I didn't really know any of them. They were merely faces that I could utilize to my end. It was a very hedonistic way of thinking, I know." She shrugged, the familiar feelings flooding her again. "I would take on jobs and send people out of them. Usually they were legitimate. Things like delivering a package...at least that's how it started. But I grew greedy. And my heart hardened. Why shouldn't I make more money? What was to stop me?" She shuddered. "I felt...powerful. People as my little pawns to use to my own end. I wasn't the one doing the work, so why should I care? Why would I care?"

She clenched her fists, "And so I began to take on more dangerous lines of work. Theiving. Roughing. Murder." She laughed callously, "But my hands are clean...for the most part. There were a few...tasks...I rather enjoyed." She opened her palm to show the familiar burning flame. "I was quite the firestarter~" She blew into her palm until the flame went out again, then closed her hand and her eyes.

“By the time I was 20, I had built quite a name for myself in the shadier circles. People came to me with jobs, and I took them all. My network of people was changing...I wasn't so sure what the people I was hiring were doing. Didn't care. I did befriend one girl...she was a young hyur thing. I suppose she reminded me of Lini. She wanted to please me so badly...so I sent her out on a job. I didn't think it would be a big deal. Go and steal a small thing..."

"When...when we found her...she was mutilated...she had been raped...they cut words into her flesh and left her there...they knew she was working for me and left her barely alive....they would have given her mercy had they killed her." She closed her eyes again. "It hit me then, the gravity of my actions. I left the city and wandered after that. I needed time to think..." She sobbed then, small squeaking noises escaping from her lips. "I was a horrible person..."

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The next few years of her life were not so good. She managed to do well for herself, but at the cost of others. Many people were used in order to keep Alothia afloat, including a young Miqo'te girl. She was one of Alothia's lackeys, and she was sent out to do a job...which ended up being much more than was bargained for. When the girl returned to Alothia; bruised, battered, and broken; Alothia finally saw firsthand the damage that she was doing to others. She stopped her illegal dealings, and managed to run into a childhood friend, Frosty Mouse, who managed to help her set up a small mercenary company.

The company thrived, growing from a small group of 2 or 3 workers, to a more extensive company. With the help of Zenge Eien, she named the company Corvus Cinis, after Zenge's old unit within the Garlean Army. While her company was thriving, she met one Mister Oskar Helvig, and they began a relationship. This relationship caused much dissension within the company as many of her employees did not like Oskar or the way that he seemingly manipulated Alothia.

About 4 moons into their relationship, Oskar felt that he needed a break, and he and Alothia parted ways. Lost in her loneliness, Alothia focused on her company, strengthening it's bonds and helping to bring new employees into the fold. She kindled a new relationship with colleague and friend, Zenge Eien with whom she feelt much more at ease. Their relationship was passionate and just what Alothia needed to bring her focus back to the company and what was important.

However, as the moons went on, Zenge grew more and more distant, spending much more time out on patrols for the Twin Adders. By the time the Calamity hit, Alothia and Zenge were completely separated. Zenge left, worried that his ties to the Garlean Empire would mean trouble for Alothia, and indeed they did. Constantly worried about being hunted down, Alothia fled deep into the Twelveswood to hide. She was not seen by the company nor any others for quite sometime. Yet the day that Dalmud fell, Alothia, determined to do her part, came out of hiding to help tend the wounds of those in the battle. While she did not see any of her companions there, she felt that she had at least done her part when it mattered most.
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'''Right Afterward'''
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Alothia appeared again in the middle of the Twelveswood completely bewildered and unsure of what had just happened. The next few weeks went by in a blur, Alothia searching the Twelveswood for people she knew. On her travels, she found Endricane, equally as bewildered. They made their way to Quarrymill, or what was left of it, to try to find Kass. Instead, they found a house burnt to the ground, and no one who could tell them what had happened. Afterward, they made their way to where Alothia had grown up, only to find a similar situation. In their mutual grief they comforted each other, and then parted ways. Alothia then traveled to the three city states.

First, Alothia traveled to Gridania, searching for word of her parents and sister. There, she signed back up with the Twin Adders, and checked in with the Stillglade Fane. While there, she helped for a few weeks with healing the sick. She also learned about the skip, and that five years had passed since the battle of Cartineau Flats. She was dumbstruck and did not leave her in room for several days. Finally, she decided to head to Ul'Dah to check on her properties.

When she traveled there, the first thing she did was go to the Corvus Cinis headquarters, but found the building silent. She asked local merchants if they knew who currently owned the place, but none of them could tell her anything about the man who seemed to be living there. She frequented the Mineral Concern and the merchant stalls trying to catch wind of anyone she knew, until finally she heard that other people like her had been heading to Limsa Lominsa to the Soliloquy tavern.

In the next few weeks, she made her way across Thanalan to La Noseca and eventually Limsa Lominsa. She managed to secure a room at the Mizzenmast and began traveling the city looking for familiar faces. She was pleased to see that Soliloquy was what everyone had said, a gathering ground for people like her. There she was reunited with Xenedra and Kass, and met quite a few other people.

The suns went on, and she met a young Hyur named Paradyme Capellago. They began seeing each other on an exclusive basis, and quickly progressed that relationship from dating to being engaged. Everything was fine until Para's brother, Joshua, came looking for him. Alothia, along with her friends Lainseworth and Vash, made a daring rescue attempt. They managed to get Para back, but at the loss of the evil man who had captured him. Eventually, this resentment took a toll on their relationship, and Para quickly broke off the engagement, and slept with another woman, causing a rift between the two of them that could not be repaired as far as a relationship was concerned.
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'''Love...quadrangles?'''
<spoiler>Following the breakup that Para thrust upon her, Alothia became a sad individual, spending much of her time alone and contemplating. Her friends, however, did not want her to be alone. Eric and Lily began spending more time with her in an attempt to cheer her. Feelings, however, soon developed between Eric and Alothia, but that wasn't the end of it. After a trip to Soliloquy and an excursion in Limsa Lominsa, Alothia soon started having similar feelings for Kanko Saou, a seemingly surly Miqo'te. To further complicate matters, after a surprise training session from her friend Mikael, she also found herself having feelings for him as well.

This was all a bit too much for the miqo'te woman, and after a week or two of being mired in the misery of indecision, Alothia decided that she needed to take a step back from all of them, and headed out to Coerthas. Kanko, however, followed her, and after a while, Alothia found that her heart had made her decision for her. This too, didn't come without complications. Deirdre Ta'ea, sometimes friend and sometimes foe, also had feelings for Kanko, which she kept hidden.

Once the pair returned from Coerthas, they attended the Seventh Annual Full Cold Moon Gala, with the rest of Corvus Cinis. The crowd was too much, however, and the majority of Corvus made their way to Camp Bronze Lake for some rest and relaxation. While there, Deirdre showed up, and threatened to kill Para for breaking his vow to Alothia, and ended up in a skirmish with Kanko as well. Alothia, seemingly defeated, stepped back and let them fight it out, with Deirdre fleeing at the end, and Alothia tending to Kanko's wounds.

A few suns later, Kanko approached Deirdre to confront her about the situation, and to retrieve the pendant she had stolen. When he returned, Alothia spoke with him of the conversation that he had had with Deirdre, which included Deirdre confessing her love for him. Alothia expected him to change his mind with his decision, but was instead surprised with his own confession of love. Having harbored the same feelings herself, she returned the sentiments, even if she was still a bit wary of the situation with Deirdre.
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'''I Just Can't Stomach It'''
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'''The Tale of Souyo Xander'''
((This summary is copied from the AST/CC forums, and was written by Eric Verus))
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- A Corvus upon itself - (9/15/13 - 9/21/13)

Corvus Cinis has been betrayed from within. The veteran Souyo Xander has betrayed his allies by succumbing to the influence of a darkened crystal that draws out the negative impulses in a person, in an attempt to gain power. The darkness within has pulled Souyo into a conquest to kill all Garleans, potentially purging, even those among Eorzean Citizenry, in retaliation to the travesties of the Garlean Military occupying parts of Eorzea. Lily Dawnsworn, Lainsworth Ravencraft, and Eric Verus met Souyo on the field of battle, and were soundly defeated by the powers both a crystal of darkness, and a crystal of light that Souyo once bore as a Paladin.

To make matters worse,Vash Ashford, the cheerful Miqo’te member of the Company, as well as the strange Seeress known as ‘K’oriah’ were also corrupted under the influence of the Dark Crystal and pulled to Souyo’s side. Displaying that any member could be potentially vulnerable the company Leaders Alothia Starkwood and Lily Dawnsworn called for a lockdown on communications on the Company’s Linkshell communications, in an effort to protect members from further attacks. Meanwhile, Eric Verus launched a silent inquiry, using his skills in the Arcane and his experience in his encounter with the Dark Crystal to help verify allies and put the leadership at better ease.

Unfortunately, not all were alerted to the goings on in process, and the Sorcerer Starwind Meladon was captured and held hostage, and Paradyme Capellago was shot by a Darksteel Arrow from Vash Ashford. Demands were made for Lily Dawnsworn, Eric Verus, and Alothia Starkwood to meet Souyo near the mountain ridge of Behemoth’s Dominion, in exchange for Starwind’s safe return. While left no other choice to comply, the trio were not content to simply walk into what they knew was a trap and each, individually and as a group formulated their own plans for confronting the corrupted Dragoon and his cohorts…

- The Battle of the Dominion - (9/22/13)

The two Trio’s met in Behemoth’s Dominion, where Souyo surrendered the unconscious Starwind as agreed, however, when Eric called reinforcements to gather the man, the Seeress K’oriah summoned a large Voidsent to attack the group, and thus a large battle began in earnest.

Lily moved to engage Souyo, while Eric and Alothia engaged the Voidsent and the remaining two opponents with surprises of their own. Eric decided that his loyalty to Corvus superseded the bounds of law, and brought with him a Garlean Gunblade, which he used to keep Vash’s arrows at bay, while displaying a tremendous amount of magical resistance to spells and curses alike. While Alothia performed like an elemental fiend unleashed, displaying a level of offensive power not yet seen from her previously.

Yet even as the Voidkin was bested with the might of Magic, and the Souyo and company began to feel pressure on all ends, the roaring cry of the Behemoth could be heard as it approached… it seemed that both companies would soon face the rampage of the great Beast of the Dominion.

Fortunately, reinforcements from Corvus Cinus by distress calls, arrived just in time to engage the hearty beast. Among the many brave heroes of note:

Tayn Zolin, whose quick wit and scouting lead the impromptu reinforcements to reach the Dominion just in time.

Lainsworth Ravenclaw, recently re-emerging with renewing Paladin powers , whom was able to rearm Lily at a critical moment with Giantsgall Sword dubbed ‘Justice’.

Mixie Trixie, able to show unique skills and powers to the Prismatic Crystal reacquired from Alothia on the field.

Rio van Rash, who appeared herself on the field to aid the wounded at Eric’s behest, even after smuggling him her hand-crafted gunblade.

Paradyme and Rhashi - who made sure in all the chaos Starwin Maleon and other wounded made it to safety from the battle, putting even their own lives at risk to save others.

- among many others, even allies not yet members of Corvus Cinius.

Meanwhile, as Lily began to drive Souyo back with skilled swordsmanship, some of which learned from Souyo’s own personal diaries. Alothia unleashed a powerful fireball inadvertently that would have scorched Eric along with Vash and K’oriah, though the Seeress mysteriously placed herself in more direct danger to push Eric to safety, much to his surprise.

However, the forces of the Darkened Crystal had one last card to play. Battered and burned, Vash Ashford detonated the cliffside, which had been secretly packed with explosives. This triggered a landslide that injured many member of Corvus Cinis, as well as pinning the Behemoth beneath the rubble. Alothia and Eric both were flung from the cliffs in the explosion, landing hard upon the snow below. Alothia collided with a rock and lost consciousness, with Eric’s previous wounds and surgery scars being strained to the point of re-opening on landing.

Souyo capitalized on the moment of weakness in the beast, and slammed his spear into the skull of the Behemoth,revealing his intention in the creatures dying wails. A Lightened Crystal, which he aimed to claim for his own, were it not for the pursuit of Lily who tossed Souyo’s old Paladin blade to knock it from his hands had sprung from the Behemoth’s life force. The Crystal Emitted a field of energy that prevented all others from interfering, and the two reengaged into their duel, fighting over who would claim this new source of power.

Vash and K’oriah began to make their escape from the Dominion, climbing up the cliffs of the craggy mountains, when they were met by the arrival of K’anko Tia, who had scaled the mountain by hand to single handedly ambush a flee-attempt from Corvus’s foes, in spite of discharging himself from the Company earlier. Tossing the Mage to the side, K’anko engaged Vash directly in combat, forcing the Seer to look onto the violence from afar.

Souyo fought with new Ferocity, meaning to claim the crystal for his own. However just as he was about to strike downwards from a powerful blow that would have dealt a grievous wound, Eric, having closed his wounds through sheer force of magical power and assistance from his Eos, unleashed a ruin spell that struck the man in mid-air, making the would be powerful strike into a battle-deciding blunder, giving Lily the opportunity to claim the Lightened Crystal for her own, and force the man to flee from the scene.

- Aftermath of the Battle -

Due to interference from the Fleeing Souyo, Kanko suffered severe wounds in his battle with Vash. However, he did not leave empty handed. The Miqo’te fighter managed to capture Vash, who fell unconscious to his wounds, and drag the youth from the Dominion to Corvus Cinus headquarters in Fallgourd Float, where the Remainder of the Company had gathered post battle.

In spite of wounds of their own, Mixie, Eric, and Sesseriku, a friend of the the Company, all went to tend the others over themselves. However, they were met by Deirdre Ta’ea, who, after questioning Eric’s intentions for the captured Vash Ashford, decided to take him herself for her own intentions. Too weak and weary from the fighting, Eric decided against engaging the Elezen woman, and commanded the Company to stand down and allow her to leave with the Miqo’te traitor - shortly before collapsing to exhaustion himself.

Sesseriku was finally given a pearl to the Company by Lily, in thanks for all his deeds - marking the first new recruitment to the Company since the betrayal, and a shift in the tides of the conflict.

- A moment’s Respite - (9/23/13 - ??/??/??)

The Pearl Souyo had in order to capitalize on communication was destroyed, his plan to acquire another crystal of power foiled, yet he was still at large, with many members of Corvus wounded or exhausted to collapse. The Company, however, won a small victory in earning the security of their communications once more and some semblance of normalcy could return. With Souyo having to face defeat at the loss of his own objective, there would be a moment’s pause in which he would have to reassess his tactics, and for the moment, a measure of peace would be enjoyed.

However, for those closest to the conflict, this time would be a matter of preparation, for they aimed to make the next confrontation with Souyo the last.

- A moment’s Respite - (9/23/13 - 9/25/13)

The Pearl Souyo had in order to capitalize on communication was destroyed, his plan to acquire another crystal of power foiled, yet he was still at large, with many members of Corvus wounded or exhausted to collapse. The Company, however, won a small victory in earning the security of their communications once more and some semblance of normalcy could return. With Souyo having to face defeat at the loss of his own objective, there would be a moment’s pause in which he would have to reassess his tactics, and for the moment, a measure of peace would be enjoyed.

However, for those closest to the conflict, this time would be a matter of preparation, for they aimed to make the next confrontation with Souyo the last.

Eric, who had suffered under his exhaustion, mysteriously recovered after a heavily fevered day of unconsciousness. Concerned for events, he retreated for some time of meditation, and was promptly chastised by Lily, who asked him not to make a habit of such sudden disappearances.

Meanwhile, the more stationary Alothia and K'anko resorted to a series of prank-letters, plaguing Lily and Eric with jokes regarding the pair. After a frustration-inspired bout of drinking, however the bonds of trust between Lily and Eric were strengthened as Lily confided her past to the Arcanist privately.

Vash Ashford was put to question by Deirdre, and it was found that separation from the corrupting power of the Darkened Crystal actually resulted in a form of madness, and during a Prisoner Transfer, he made an escape under circumstances Eric calls into question, but does not get an straight answer from K'anko. Conversation's spark once again about the safety of the Company as a whole, and it is agreed upon that Corvus Headquarters be temporarily moved to the Observatory in Coerthas Highlands for the protection of the company.

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'''Captured'''
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K'anko and Alothia were out near the Garlean outpost in the Black Shroud, when suddenly they were ambushed by a scouting party of Garleans. They were separated and taken into custody inside the Castrum. Inside, they were allowed to see each other only a few times, each undergoing their own trials.

Alothia's experiences inside the fortress left her battle scarred and jumpy. Physical abuse was not something she was used to, and coupled with the mental abuse of trying to get secrets out of them, she had a difficult time adjusting to life when they were finally rescued by members of Jutat De, Lily and Tayn.

In order to gain back some of her composure, K'anko and Alothia went on an extended hiatus from the company, taking time to settle things between themselves and the world around them.
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'''Welcome Home'''
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Upon returning to Jutat De, Alothia and K'anko once again became involved in the lives of the others they once knew. Now a member of the Dark Embers company, Eric called out to them to tell of new developments with his problem. Apparently the woman whom he had once loved was nothing short of an Ascian, and she had been using Eric to help incubate a new type of Voidsent. With the banishment of the crystal from his stomach, things had almost turned normal. However, there was a problem. The shards which Eric had frequently vomited up during his sickness called to the Void and the Ascian woman.
Searching for the remainder of the crystals, Eric and company recruited the help of Alothia and K'anko. They managed to track down disturbances in once peaceful places, and were worried that this would only spiral more out of control. Eric and Dark Embers managed to have a confrontation with the woman, and in the aftermath, returned to the place to study the residual Aetherial signatures.
Alothia studied the signatures and attempted to resonate with the frequencies she found. Unfortunately, this caused another problem. Alothia inadvertently touched the Void with which the Ascians were linked. After a few suns of being knocked out, Alothia woke to hear voices, voices she could not get rid of. They caused her to be riddled with self doubt and anger, and in an attempt to find her center again, she fled to the woods with K'anko once more, without so much as a word to the people she had left behind.
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'''The Beginning of the End'''
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The voices grew stronger and more persistent as their time in the Shroud went on. With only K'anko as her confidant, Alothia grew more and more paranoid of the man, finding that even his presence was leading to her troubles. In an attempt to save both him and herself, she sent him on his own way, ending the relationship that had once caused her so much comfort. Where he went, she does not know.
Alothia then returned to Gridania and sought the help of the one place she thought might be able to help, the Stillglade Fane. Conjurers of the guild studied her for some time, and in order to quiet the voices of the Void, they attempted to teach her simple meditation skills. For a few moons, Alothia stayed with them under their tutelage. Armed with some sort of defenses, Alothia decided that it was best to try to return home, and she made the trek back to Ul'dah to return to the company she once called home.
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'''Good Things Come to Those Who Wait'''
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<div style="padding:10px 25px; background: #EAB5C5; color:#62B1F6;font-size:14px;text-shadow: 1px 1px 1px #EAB5C5;"><b>◢ COMMON RUMORS - </b>''Easily overheard. Use these freely!''</div>
<div><font style="color:#b3aba6;">■</font> "I heard that she used to date Oskar...how did she manage to put up with him?" - '''<font style="font-variant:small-caps;font-size:14px;">Finicky Friend</font>'''.</div>
<div><font style="color:#b3aba6;">■</font> "Didn't she run that company...Corvus Cinis? I heard they needed a new front door every week." - '''<font style="font-variant:small-caps;font-size:14px;">Crotchety Carpenter</font>'''.</div>
<div><font style="color:#b3aba6;">■</font> "She sure knows how to control the elements. All of 'em too, from what I can tell." - '''<font style="font-variant:small-caps;font-size:14px;">Tawdry Thaumaturge</font>'''.</div>
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<div style="padding:10px 25px; background: #EAB5C5; color:#62B1F6;font-size:14px;text-shadow: 1px 1px 1px #EAB5C5;"><b>◢ UNCOMMON RUMORS -</b> ''A little more difficult to hear. Use sparingly or ask first!''</div>
<div><font style="color:#948d8a;">■</font> "She does all of her books herself...won't let anyone else touch her gil. I wonder why..." - '''<font style="font-variant:small-caps;font-size:14px;">Badgering Bookkeeper</font>'''.</div>
<div><font style="color:#948d8a;">■</font> "I hear she's quite good with Fire...used to be good at healing, too, from what I can tell. Hasn't seemed to try healing anyone for a while though. Strange...." - '''<font style="font-variant:small-caps;font-size:14px;">Busybody</font>'''.</div>
<div><font style="color:#948d8a;">■</font> "I've heard she lets her boyfriends abuse her. Poor thing, she really ought to stand up for herself!" - '''<font style="font-variant:small-caps;font-size:14px;">Busybody</font>'''.</div>
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<div style="padding:10px 25px; background: #EAB5C5; color:#62B1F6;font-size:14px;text-shadow: 1px 1px 1px #EAB5C5;"><b>◢ RARE RUMORS -</b> ''Very rarely overheard. Please ask before using!''</div>
<div><font style="color:#706b68;">■</font> "I've heard that if you're in the mood for a ''good time'', she knows a woman who does that sort of work. Rates are reasonable too." - '''<font style="font-variant:small-caps;font-size:14px;">Patron</font>'''.</div>
<div><font style="color:#706b68;">■</font> "Her past is kinda shady...I hear she's just nice to everyone to cover that up. - '''<font style="font-variant:small-caps;font-size:14px;">Shady Dealer</font>'''.</div>
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<div><font style="color:#44413f;">■</font> ''"We are...like two sides to a coin. Yet I am honored to call her...friend."'' '''- <font style="font-variant:small-caps;font-size:14px;">[[Lily Dawnsworn]]</font>'''.</div>
<div><font style="color:#44413f;">■</font> ''"I will kill anyone who wishes her harm, that woman has saved my life and she does not realize it."'' '''- <font style="font-variant:small-caps;font-size:14px;">[[Deirdre Ta'ea]]</font>'''.</div>
<div><font style="color:#44413f;">■</font> ''"She is ... an above-average detective.... when she's got my help."'' '''- <font style="font-variant:small-caps;font-size:14px;">[[Rhu'to Brom]]</font>'''.</div>
<div><font style="color:#44413f;">■</font> ''"I've watched her kill to save the one's she loves. Anyone like that is a good ally to have in my book."'' '''- <font style="font-variant:small-caps;font-size:14px;">[[Vash Ashford]]</font>'''.</div>
<div><font style="color:#44413f;">■</font> ''"I'd hit that. Just saying."'' '''- <font style="font-variant:small-caps;font-size:14px;">[[Tayn Zolin]]</font>'''.</div>
<div><font style="color:#44413f;">■</font> ''"The Boss Lady's pretty smart, but she's got really terrible taste in men is all I'm sayin'."'' '''- <font style="font-variant:small-caps;font-size:14px;">[[Rio van Rosch]]</font>'''.</div>
<div><font style="color:#44413f;">■</font> ''"My heart; the light that banishes the fog and guides me home again."'' '''- <font style="font-variant:small-caps;font-size:14px;">[[Khale Embrise]]</font>'''.</div>

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<center><div><font style="color:#F02311;" size="2">♥</font> Romantic Attraction | <font style="color:#FA70BC;" size="2">♥</font> Platonic Love | <font style="color:#6B8E23;" size="2">✔</font> Positive | <font style="color:#C24640;" size="2">✖</font> Negative | <font style="color:#6b6e72;" size="2">●</font> Neutral </div><div><font style="font-size:13px;">'''<font style="font-variant:small-caps;font-weight:bold;font-size:12px;">note</font>''': Characters with whom Alothia has had little interaction with will be gradually cycled out. Also trying to be more active with her in RP after a long sort of hiatus so please forgive me if your name has slipped my mind! People who have left a lasting impression on Alothia will remain in the list, even if they're not currently playing/around.</font></div></center>

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: <div>'''<font style="font-variant:small-caps;">[[Khale Embrise]]</font>''' '''('''<font style="color:#F02311;" size="2">♥</font> ''')''' - '''Unexpected Connection.'''</div>
: <div>Alothia happened upon Khale in the Quicksand and, seeing the man alone, decided to approach him for conversation. In the time sense then, there hasn't been a day that they haven't spoken, and even if it is just for a few fleeting moments, they make a point of seeing each other. Surprised by the quickness with which their relationship progressed, Aly and Khale are thoroughly smitten with each other..</div>
: <div>'''<font style="font-variant:small-caps;">[[Eric Verus]]</font>''' '''('''<font style="color:#FA70BC;" size="2">♥</font> ''')''' - '''Brother/Friend.'''</div>
: <div>Eric met Aly as a new recruit for Corvus Cinis right after the Calamity. They developed a budding romance, but Menphina had other plans for them. She has helped Eric overcome many things, as he has with her. Currently, they are still acquainted, but Aly wishes she got to see and speak with him more often.<.font></div>
: <div>'''<font style="font-variant:small-caps;">[[Kassandra Dawn]]</font>''' '''(''' <font style="color:#6B8E23;" size="2">✔</font> ''')''' - '''Kassabanana...'''</div>
: <div>Kass was one of Aly's first and closest friends in Eorzea. They went through much together before the Calamity, although they don't see each other as much as they used to. Aly's five year absence and subsequent disappearances have strained the relationship, although Alothia wishes to restore it someday.</div>
: <div>'''<font style="font-variant:small-caps;">[[Lily Dawnsworn]]</font>''' '''(''' <font style="color:#6B8E23;" size="2">✔</font> ''')''' - '''...''Serious Business'''''</div>
: <div>Lily is one of Aly's closest friends and confidantes, even though they are exact opposites. Lily is currently one of Aly's associates in Jutat De, a helpful moral compass when Aly loses her way, and a fun person to tease. </div>
: <div>'''<font style="font-variant:small-caps;">[[U'zhan Tia]]</font>''' '''('''<font style="color:#F02311;" size="2">♥</font> ''')''' - '''Friendly Fling.'''</div>
: <div> Aly and U'zhan met many moons ago in Soliloquy tavern, and they soon formed a fast friendship. Fast forward to Para's abandonment of their engagement, and the friendship became somewhat more. Nothing happened, however, until Alothia returned from her sojourn in the Shroud. Aly and U'zhan developed a casual fling, and even though they have affection for each other, they both realize that a serious relationship was not in the cards. Their fling lasted a few weeks, ending shortly before Aly began dating Khale.</div>
: <div>'''<font style="font-variant:small-caps;">[[Oskar Helvig]]</font>''' '''(''' <font style="color:#6b6e72;" size="2">●</font> ''')''' - '''First Love.'''</div>
: <div>Oskar was Alothia's first boyfriend in Eorzea. They dated for many moons back before the Calamity until drama with [[Deirdre Ta'ea]] ultimately caused them to split. Oskar disappeared into the caves of his forefathers, and is presumed dead.</div>
: <div>'''<font style="font-variant:small-caps;">[[Paradyme Capellago]]</font>''' '''(''' <font style="color:#6b6e72;" size="2">●</font> ''')''' - '''Ex Fiance.'''</div>
: <div>Alothia met Para one evening at the Soliloquy tavern, only to fall fast and hard into a relationship with the red-headed hyur. They quickly got engaged, only to have Para break the relationship with infidelity. They lost touch and never quite mended their relationship. She currently has no knowledge of his happenings.</div>
: <div>'''<font style="font-variant:small-caps;">[[Zenge Eien]]</font>''' '''(''' <font style="color:#6b6e72;" size="2">●</font> ''')''' - '''Garlean Persuasion'''</div>
: <div>Alothia and Zenge met at Corvus Cinis, developing a friendship that turned into romance after Oskar left the picture. Zenge's Garlean heritage never bothered Alothia, and they grew close despite the cultural differences. Unfortunately, the relationship grew strained, and ended completely once the Calamity passed. Alothia has not seen Zenge since a moon before the Calamity.</div>
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<div style="padding:0px 0px; font-size:16px;color:#74BBFB;text-shadow: 1px 1px 1px #dddddd;font-weight:bold;">'''Potential Hooks'''</div>

:: <div><font style="color:#585350;" size="2">■</font> '''Past Life'''. People who may have been involved in crime syndicates from back before the Calamity may have known Alothia</div>

: <div style="padding:0px 0px; font-size:16px;color:#74BBFB;text-shadow: 1px 1px 1px #dddddd;font-weight:bold;">'''Outside Links:'''</div>

:: <div><font style="color:#585350;" size="2">■</font> '''[http://menphinaskeeper.tumblr.com Menphina's Keeper]''' - A Tumblr blog. Alothia’s IC journal, as well as some inspirations pics and ask prompts.</div>
:: <div><font style="color:#585350;" size="2">■</font> '''[http://open.spotify.com/user/121309065/playlist/6rUwfYr4wQYqYodtmrtWIP Alothia's Playlist (spotify)]''' - WIP.</div>

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: * [http://tvtropes.org/pmwiki/pmwiki.php/Main/BadDreams Bad Dreams]
: * [http://tvtropes.org/pmwiki/pmwiki.php/Main/TheAtoner The Atoner]
: * [http://tvtropes.org/pmwiki/pmwiki.php/Main/BeneathTheMask Beneath the Mask]
: * [http://tvtropes.org/pmwiki/pmwiki.php/Main/PluckyGirl Plucky Girl]

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: <div style="padding:0px 0px; font-size:16px;color:#74BBFB;text-shadow: 1px 1px 1px #dddddd;font-weight:bold;">'''Misc Info:'''</div>

:: <div><font style="color:#585350;" size="2">■</font> Template adapted from [[Bancroft Gairn]], with edits by [[Xheja Rajhera]] / [[N'hadiya Khei]]. Further edited and adapted by [[User:Cuideag|Jajara Jara]] / [[User:Cuideag|Delial Grimsong]]. Even more edited by [[Alothia Starkwood]]</div>

[[Category:Player Character]]
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[[category:Miqo'te]][[category:Miqo'te Keeper of the Moon]]

Alothia Starkwood

2015-03-02T14:42:48Z

Alothia:

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<div align=left><div style="float:left;font-size:16px;width:52%;padding: 5px 0px;font-variant:small-caps;"><div>female</div><div>miqo’te</div><div>keeper</div><div>gridania</div><div>26 (31)</div><div>28th sun, 6th as, 1546</div><div>nophica</div><div>Jutat De</div></div></div>
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<div align=justify><div style="padding: 10px 15px;">Alothia Starkwood is a miqo'te woman who has lived a long and fruitful life, but one peppered with drama and intrigue. She has been the owner of a small company, girlfriend to a number of different men, friend to many people, and woman who takes time to get to know people from all walks of life.

At 26 years of age, she acts much more mature in some aspects than one would think, but not without an ample amount of immaturity to make up for it. She enjoys a good dirty joke or story, enjoys making her friends get flustered because of awkward situations, and generally has a wild sense of humor.

Although she exudes a flirty and chatty demeanor, it often conceals a tumult of emotions hidden beneath the surface. Very few people know the her that lurks in the interior of that storm, and she is tentative about extending that trust to people. If you do manage to crack that surface, however, you will have her as a steadfast and loyal friend, one willing to stand up to almost anything to protect those she cares about.
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<div><font style="color:#8f827a;">■</font> '''Miqa'bobs'''. Particularly Tuna. It reminds her of home.</div>
<div><font style="color:#8f827a;">■</font> '''Ear Scratches'''. She's a sucker for them.</div>
<div><font style="color:#8f827a;">■</font> '''Bubble baths'''. Nothing more relaxing than a tub.</div>
<div><font style="color:#8f827a;">■</font> '''Quirky people'''. People who are interesting interest her.</div>
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<div><font style="color:#7e7b79;">■</font> '''Being Pushed Around'''. No one puts Aly in the corner.</div>
<div><font style="color:#7e7b79;">■</font> '''Intolerance'''. Aly has spent many years being kind to others and learning their stories before judging. She wishes the same of others.</div>
<div><font style="color:#7e7b79;">■</font> '''Conflict'''. While it is a necessary evil, she avoids it like the plague.</div>
<div><font style="color:#7e7b79;">■</font> '''Rain'''. It makes her tail poof and her hair become matted. No to this. Unless it's the sound. She likes the sound of rain.</div>
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<div><font style="color:#8f827a;">■</font> '''Being Alone'''. If anything scares the woman, it is this. A life of solitude.</div>
<div><font style="color:#8f827a;">■</font> '''Manipulation'''. In her past life, she was extremely manipulative, and she hates to think she'd become like that again.</div>
<div><font style="color:#8f827a;">■</font> '''Death'''. Watching people die is her least favorite thing in the world, and losing those close to her is her worst fear.</div>
<div><font style="color:#8f827a;">■</font> '''Cheating'''. She is very self conscious and is always scared that her significant others will stray.</div>
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<div><font style="color:#7e7b79;">■</font> '''Charisma'''. Alothia is charismatic and it enables her to approach people of all walks of life for conversation.</div>
<div><font style="color:#7e7b79;">■</font> '''Thaumaturgy'''. She's great at blowing stuff up.</div>
<div><font style="color:#7e7b79;">■</font> '''Handwriting'''. She was taught how to write at a young age, and she practices daily.</div>
<div><font style="color:#7e7b79;">■</font> '''Organization'''. Alothia is great at keeping people organized. Not so much for her desk though.</div>
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<div><font style="color:#8f827a;">■</font> '''Emotional'''. Alothia is often swayed by her emotions, whether good or bad..</div>
<div><font style="color:#8f827a;">■</font> '''Naive'''. Alothia takes most people at face value. She wants to believe in the best in everyone.</div>
<div><font style="color:#8f827a;">■</font> '''Clumsy'''. While she can be a strong magic user, she is not very deft as far as easy tasks, and can get even clumsier when flustered.</div>
<div><font style="color:#8f827a;">■</font> '''Weak'''. She is trained to use daggers in close quarters, but if it came to a match of physical strength, she would lose.</div>
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<div><font style="color:#7e7b79;">■</font> '''Gridania'''. Home of her youth.</div>
<div><font style="color:#7e7b79;">■</font> '''Thal's Respite'''. She often goes there for contemplation.</div>
<div><font style="color:#7e7b79;">■</font> '''Sanctum of the Twelve'''. Somewhat religious, this is where Alothia travels to center herself.</div>
<div><font style="color:#7e7b79;">■</font> '''Hawthorne Hut'''. Favorite place ever. Quiet, nice view, hot springs. What more could you ask for?</div>
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*'''Height:''' Tall for a Miqo'te

*'''Weight:''' Averageish, slight tummy, full in the bust and hips

*'''Body:''' Soft and quick, some muscle definition.

*'''Hair:''' Long and tied back on the sides, Pink with blue highlights

*'''Eyes:''' Lavender

*'''Skin:''' Pale, some say pale to the point of looking like death, although not to her face.

*'''Clothing: ''' Alothia prefers to wear comfortable clothing, but also clothing that shows off her assets. For a night out, she enjoys wearing her Coatee, but when working, Alothia wears Robes and other traditional Conjurer garb.
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<div align=justify><div style="padding: 7px 15px;">Alothia is a multi skilled woman, although not as skilled as some. Her first and foremost skills lie in the magical arts. While she knows how to use them in the conventional sense, her specialization is the weaving of elements to create varied spells. Akin to weaving, she is able to take smallest threads of elements and use them to create something new. Always thinking on her toes, this is what makes her a most formidable opponent.
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<div align=justify><div style="padding:10px 15px;">Alothia is a well trained thaumaturge, with extra abilities when dealing with fire magic. She was trained in it when she was very young, as she had an affinity for it, and her parents hired her a private tutor. During her more unpleasant years, Alothia's signature were buildings left smouldering. Now, it is her main magic of defense.</div></div>

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<div align=justify><div style="padding:10px 15px;">When Alothia grew a little older, she also sought training from the Conjurers of the Fane. She learned to commune with the elementals and was an adept healer. Incidents beyond her control ripped her healing abilities from her, although she is able to still control wind, air, and earth.</div></div>

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<div align=justify><div style="padding:10px 15px;">Alothia has some training with the lance, although not as much to be considered of any value. She took up this training when spending a lot of time with the Everwatch.</div></div>

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<div align=justify><div style="padding:10px 15px;">During Alothia's earlier years, she made a point of being able to defend herself in close quarters. She almost always has a dagger or two hidden on her person, ready to use at any moment.</div></div>

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<div align=justify><div style="padding:10px 15px;">What Alothia lacks in physical power she makes up for in stamina and speed. She is quick and able to maneuver out of most situations, even despite her clumsy tendencies.</div></div>
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'''NOTE''': ''Information presented here may be used as RP hooks within reasonable means. It is mostly presented as a point of reference for myself because I am hella forgetful.''</div></div>
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<div>Alothia grew up in the forest of the Eastern Shroud, near Hyrstmill. She came from a small family consisting of her father, mother and younger sister. Her childhood was a happy one, with the only problem being that her parents were always working and didn't have a ton of time to spend with her. Alothia saw what this did to her parents, this constant working, and decided that she didn't want to be a slave to work. It was about the same time that Alothia realized that she had a gift for getting people to like her and befriend her...she had become a manipulator. With these skills, she left home against the will of her parents at the age of 15. It was not a peaceful leaving, and things were said and done at the time that Alothia doesn't like to discuss.

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"My mother's name was Aughinae and my father's Emet. We lived in a small community not far away from Hyrstmill. My parents didn't leave the tribes, their parents had left...so I never knew what it was like growing up in that world. But, because my family wasn't a part of that group, they had to work extra hard to make it." She sighed at this point. "I remember being little and trying to get my parents' attention...but they were always working on something...I know it wasn't always like that, but that's what I remember most."
She shifted a little. "When I was 8, my sister Lini was born. She was cute...but she took what little time my parents had for me away. Over the next 7 turns, I grew more and more distant from my home, and started hanging out with kids from other families, and a lot of the kids I met when we took trips to the city to sell our goods." She played with the hem of her top. "I liked the freedom of the cities. I liked the people I met there. They liked me...I found I was...good...at getting people to do what I wanted."
She took the next part slow. "I ran away at 15. I remember screaming at my parents. I remember my mother crying...and then I left. And I never went back."
Her eyes glazed over, old feelings being dredged up, tears pooling at their corners. "I never got to apologize...when we came back from the skip, I went there to find them...but the house was gone. It was completely burned to the ground. There was nothing left..."

She wiped at the tears still left in her eyes and went on. "Life in the city was...very strange. I had made it a point to myself that I wouldn't become lost in work. So instead, I found no work at all. Instead, I let other people work for me. They did the dirty work. They got hurt. And I didn't care. I didn't really know any of them. They were merely faces that I could utilize to my end. It was a very hedonistic way of thinking, I know." She shrugged, the familiar feelings flooding her again. "I would take on jobs and send people out of them. Usually they were legitimate. Things like delivering a package...at least that's how it started. But I grew greedy. And my heart hardened. Why shouldn't I make more money? What was to stop me?" She shuddered. "I felt...powerful. People as my little pawns to use to my own end. I wasn't the one doing the work, so why should I care? Why would I care?"

She clenched her fists, "And so I began to take on more dangerous lines of work. Theiving. Roughing. Murder." She laughed callously, "But my hands are clean...for the most part. There were a few...tasks...I rather enjoyed." She opened her palm to show the familiar burning flame. "I was quite the firestarter~" She blew into her palm until the flame went out again, then closed her hand and her eyes.

“By the time I was 20, I had built quite a name for myself in the shadier circles. People came to me with jobs, and I took them all. My network of people was changing...I wasn't so sure what the people I was hiring were doing. Didn't care. I did befriend one girl...she was a young hyur thing. I suppose she reminded me of Lini. She wanted to please me so badly...so I sent her out on a job. I didn't think it would be a big deal. Go and steal a small thing..."

"When...when we found her...she was mutilated...she had been raped...they cut words into her flesh and left her there...they knew she was working for me and left her barely alive....they would have given her mercy had they killed her." She closed her eyes again. "It hit me then, the gravity of my actions. I left the city and wandered after that. I needed time to think..." She sobbed then, small squeaking noises escaping from her lips. "I was a horrible person..."

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The next few years of her life were not so good. She managed to do well for herself, but at the cost of others. Many people were used in order to keep Alothia afloat, including a young Miqo'te girl. She was one of Alothia's lackeys, and she was sent out to do a job...which ended up being much more than was bargained for. When the girl returned to Alothia; bruised, battered, and broken; Alothia finally saw firsthand the damage that she was doing to others. She stopped her illegal dealings, and managed to run into a childhood friend, Frosty Mouse, who managed to help her set up a small mercenary company.

The company thrived, growing from a small group of 2 or 3 workers, to a more extensive company. With the help of Zenge Eien, she named the company Corvus Cinis, after Zenge's old unit within the Garlean Army. While her company was thriving, she met one Mister Oskar Helvig, and they began a relationship. This relationship caused much dissension within the company as many of her employees did not like Oskar or the way that he seemingly manipulated Alothia.

About 4 moons into their relationship, Oskar felt that he needed a break, and he and Alothia parted ways. Lost in her loneliness, Alothia focused on her company, strengthening it's bonds and helping to bring new employees into the fold. She kindled a new relationship with colleague and friend, Zenge Eien with whom she feelt much more at ease. Their relationship was passionate and just what Alothia needed to bring her focus back to the company and what was important.

However, as the moons went on, Zenge grew more and more distant, spending much more time out on patrols for the Twin Adders. By the time the Calamity hit, Alothia and Zenge were completely separated. Zenge left, worried that his ties to the Garlean Empire would mean trouble for Alothia, and indeed they did. Constantly worried about being hunted down, Alothia fled deep into the Twelveswood to hide. She was not seen by the company nor any others for quite sometime. Yet the day that Dalmud fell, Alothia, determined to do her part, came out of hiding to help tend the wounds of those in the battle. While she did not see any of her companions there, she felt that she had at least done her part when it mattered most.
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'''Right Afterward'''

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Alothia appeared again in the middle of the Twelveswood completely bewildered and unsure of what had just happened. The next few weeks went by in a blur, Alothia searching the Twelveswood for people she knew. On her travels, she found Endricane, equally as bewildered. They made their way to Quarrymill, or what was left of it, to try to find Kass. Instead, they found a house burnt to the ground, and no one who could tell them what had happened. Afterward, they made their way to where Alothia had grown up, only to find a similar situation. In their mutual grief they comforted each other, and then parted ways. Alothia then traveled to the three city states.

First, Alothia traveled to Gridania, searching for word of her parents and sister. There, she signed back up with the Twin Adders, and checked in with the Stillglade Fane. While there, she helped for a few weeks with healing the sick. She also learned about the skip, and that five years had passed since the battle of Cartineau Flats. She was dumbstruck and did not leave her in room for several days. Finally, she decided to head to Ul'Dah to check on her properties.

When she traveled there, the first thing she did was go to the Corvus Cinis headquarters, but found the building silent. She asked local merchants if they knew who currently owned the place, but none of them could tell her anything about the man who seemed to be living there. She frequented the Mineral Concern and the merchant stalls trying to catch wind of anyone she knew, until finally she heard that other people like her had been heading to Limsa Lominsa to the Soliloquy tavern.

In the next few weeks, she made her way across Thanalan to La Noseca and eventually Limsa Lominsa. She managed to secure a room at the Mizzenmast and began traveling the city looking for familiar faces. She was pleased to see that Soliloquy was what everyone had said, a gathering ground for people like her. There she was reunited with Xenedra and Kass, and met quite a few other people.

The suns went on, and she met a young Hyur named Paradyme Capellago. They began seeing each other on an exclusive basis, and quickly progressed that relationship from dating to being engaged. Everything was fine until Para's brother, Joshua, came looking for him. Alothia, along with her friends Lainseworth and Vash, made a daring rescue attempt. They managed to get Para back, but at the loss of the evil man who had captured him. Eventually, this resentment took a toll on their relationship, and Para quickly broke off the engagement, and slept with another woman, causing a rift between the two of them that could not be repaired as far as a relationship was concerned.
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'''Love...quadrangles?'''

<spoiler>Following the breakup that Para thrust upon her, Alothia became a sad individual, spending much of her time alone and contemplating. Her friends, however, did not want her to be alone. Eric and Lily began spending more time with her in an attempt to cheer her. Feelings, however, soon developed between Eric and Alothia, but that wasn't the end of it. After a trip to Soliloquy and an excursion in Limsa Lominsa, Alothia soon started having similar feelings for Kanko Saou, a seemingly surly Miqo'te. To further complicate matters, after a surprise training session from her friend Mikael, she also found herself having feelings for him as well.

This was all a bit too much for the miqo'te woman, and after a week or two of being mired in the misery of indecision, Alothia decided that she needed to take a step back from all of them, and headed out to Coerthas. Kanko, however, followed her, and after a while, Alothia found that her heart had made her decision for her. This too, didn't come without complications. Deirdre Ta'ea, sometimes friend and sometimes foe, also had feelings for Kanko, which she kept hidden.

Once the pair returned from Coerthas, they attended the Seventh Annual Full Cold Moon Gala, with the rest of Corvus Cinis. The crowd was too much, however, and the majority of Corvus made their way to Camp Bronze Lake for some rest and relaxation. While there, Deirdre showed up, and threatened to kill Para for breaking his vow to Alothia, and ended up in a skirmish with Kanko as well. Alothia, seemingly defeated, stepped back and let them fight it out, with Deirdre fleeing at the end, and Alothia tending to Kanko's wounds.

A few suns later, Kanko approached Deirdre to confront her about the situation, and to retrieve the pendant she had stolen. When he returned, Alothia spoke with him of the conversation that he had had with Deirdre, which included Deirdre confessing her love for him. Alothia expected him to change his mind with his decision, but was instead surprised with his own confession of love. Having harbored the same feelings herself, she returned the sentiments, even if she was still a bit wary of the situation with Deirdre.
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'''I Just Can't Stomach It'''

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'''The Tale of Souyo Xander'''

((This summary is copied from the AST/CC forums, and was written by Eric Verus))

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- A Corvus upon itself - (9/15/13 - 9/21/13)

Corvus Cinis has been betrayed from within. The veteran Souyo Xander has betrayed his allies by succumbing to the influence of a darkened crystal that draws out the negative impulses in a person, in an attempt to gain power. The darkness within has pulled Souyo into a conquest to kill all Garleans, potentially purging, even those among Eorzean Citizenry, in retaliation to the travesties of the Garlean Military occupying parts of Eorzea. Lily Dawnsworn, Lainsworth Ravencraft, and Eric Verus met Souyo on the field of battle, and were soundly defeated by the powers both a crystal of darkness, and a crystal of light that Souyo once bore as a Paladin.

To make matters worse,Vash Ashford, the cheerful Miqo’te member of the Company, as well as the strange Seeress known as ‘K’oriah’ were also corrupted under the influence of the Dark Crystal and pulled to Souyo’s side. Displaying that any member could be potentially vulnerable the company Leaders Alothia Starkwood and Lily Dawnsworn called for a lockdown on communications on the Company’s Linkshell communications, in an effort to protect members from further attacks. Meanwhile, Eric Verus launched a silent inquiry, using his skills in the Arcane and his experience in his encounter with the Dark Crystal to help verify allies and put the leadership at better ease.

Unfortunately, not all were alerted to the goings on in process, and the Sorcerer Starwind Meladon was captured and held hostage, and Paradyme Capellago was shot by a Darksteel Arrow from Vash Ashford. Demands were made for Lily Dawnsworn, Eric Verus, and Alothia Starkwood to meet Souyo near the mountain ridge of Behemoth’s Dominion, in exchange for Starwind’s safe return. While left no other choice to comply, the trio were not content to simply walk into what they knew was a trap and each, individually and as a group formulated their own plans for confronting the corrupted Dragoon and his cohorts…

- The Battle of the Dominion - (9/22/13)

The two Trio’s met in Behemoth’s Dominion, where Souyo surrendered the unconscious Starwind as agreed, however, when Eric called reinforcements to gather the man, the Seeress K’oriah summoned a large Voidsent to attack the group, and thus a large battle began in earnest.

Lily moved to engage Souyo, while Eric and Alothia engaged the Voidsent and the remaining two opponents with surprises of their own. Eric decided that his loyalty to Corvus superseded the bounds of law, and brought with him a Garlean Gunblade, which he used to keep Vash’s arrows at bay, while displaying a tremendous amount of magical resistance to spells and curses alike. While Alothia performed like an elemental fiend unleashed, displaying a level of offensive power not yet seen from her previously.

Yet even as the Voidkin was bested with the might of Magic, and the Souyo and company began to feel pressure on all ends, the roaring cry of the Behemoth could be heard as it approached… it seemed that both companies would soon face the rampage of the great Beast of the Dominion.

Fortunately, reinforcements from Corvus Cinus by distress calls, arrived just in time to engage the hearty beast. Among the many brave heroes of note:

Tayn Zolin, whose quick wit and scouting lead the impromptu reinforcements to reach the Dominion just in time.

Lainsworth Ravenclaw, recently re-emerging with renewing Paladin powers , whom was able to rearm Lily at a critical moment with Giantsgall Sword dubbed ‘Justice’.

Mixie Trixie, able to show unique skills and powers to the Prismatic Crystal reacquired from Alothia on the field.

Rio van Rash, who appeared herself on the field to aid the wounded at Eric’s behest, even after smuggling him her hand-crafted gunblade.

Paradyme and Rhashi - who made sure in all the chaos Starwin Maleon and other wounded made it to safety from the battle, putting even their own lives at risk to save others.

- among many others, even allies not yet members of Corvus Cinius.

Meanwhile, as Lily began to drive Souyo back with skilled swordsmanship, some of which learned from Souyo’s own personal diaries. Alothia unleashed a powerful fireball inadvertently that would have scorched Eric along with Vash and K’oriah, though the Seeress mysteriously placed herself in more direct danger to push Eric to safety, much to his surprise.

However, the forces of the Darkened Crystal had one last card to play. Battered and burned, Vash Ashford detonated the cliffside, which had been secretly packed with explosives. This triggered a landslide that injured many member of Corvus Cinis, as well as pinning the Behemoth beneath the rubble. Alothia and Eric both were flung from the cliffs in the explosion, landing hard upon the snow below. Alothia collided with a rock and lost consciousness, with Eric’s previous wounds and surgery scars being strained to the point of re-opening on landing.

Souyo capitalized on the moment of weakness in the beast, and slammed his spear into the skull of the Behemoth,revealing his intention in the creatures dying wails. A Lightened Crystal, which he aimed to claim for his own, were it not for the pursuit of Lily who tossed Souyo’s old Paladin blade to knock it from his hands had sprung from the Behemoth’s life force. The Crystal Emitted a field of energy that prevented all others from interfering, and the two reengaged into their duel, fighting over who would claim this new source of power.

Vash and K’oriah began to make their escape from the Dominion, climbing up the cliffs of the craggy mountains, when they were met by the arrival of K’anko Tia, who had scaled the mountain by hand to single handedly ambush a flee-attempt from Corvus’s foes, in spite of discharging himself from the Company earlier. Tossing the Mage to the side, K’anko engaged Vash directly in combat, forcing the Seer to look onto the violence from afar.

Souyo fought with new Ferocity, meaning to claim the crystal for his own. However just as he was about to strike downwards from a powerful blow that would have dealt a grievous wound, Eric, having closed his wounds through sheer force of magical power and assistance from his Eos, unleashed a ruin spell that struck the man in mid-air, making the would be powerful strike into a battle-deciding blunder, giving Lily the opportunity to claim the Lightened Crystal for her own, and force the man to flee from the scene.

- Aftermath of the Battle -

Due to interference from the Fleeing Souyo, Kanko suffered severe wounds in his battle with Vash. However, he did not leave empty handed. The Miqo’te fighter managed to capture Vash, who fell unconscious to his wounds, and drag the youth from the Dominion to Corvus Cinus headquarters in Fallgourd Float, where the Remainder of the Company had gathered post battle.

In spite of wounds of their own, Mixie, Eric, and Sesseriku, a friend of the the Company, all went to tend the others over themselves. However, they were met by Deirdre Ta’ea, who, after questioning Eric’s intentions for the captured Vash Ashford, decided to take him herself for her own intentions. Too weak and weary from the fighting, Eric decided against engaging the Elezen woman, and commanded the Company to stand down and allow her to leave with the Miqo’te traitor - shortly before collapsing to exhaustion himself.

Sesseriku was finally given a pearl to the Company by Lily, in thanks for all his deeds - marking the first new recruitment to the Company since the betrayal, and a shift in the tides of the conflict.

- A moment’s Respite - (9/23/13 - ??/??/??)

The Pearl Souyo had in order to capitalize on communication was destroyed, his plan to acquire another crystal of power foiled, yet he was still at large, with many members of Corvus wounded or exhausted to collapse. The Company, however, won a small victory in earning the security of their communications once more and some semblance of normalcy could return. With Souyo having to face defeat at the loss of his own objective, there would be a moment’s pause in which he would have to reassess his tactics, and for the moment, a measure of peace would be enjoyed.

However, for those closest to the conflict, this time would be a matter of preparation, for they aimed to make the next confrontation with Souyo the last.

- A moment’s Respite - (9/23/13 - 9/25/13)

The Pearl Souyo had in order to capitalize on communication was destroyed, his plan to acquire another crystal of power foiled, yet he was still at large, with many members of Corvus wounded or exhausted to collapse. The Company, however, won a small victory in earning the security of their communications once more and some semblance of normalcy could return. With Souyo having to face defeat at the loss of his own objective, there would be a moment’s pause in which he would have to reassess his tactics, and for the moment, a measure of peace would be enjoyed.

However, for those closest to the conflict, this time would be a matter of preparation, for they aimed to make the next confrontation with Souyo the last.

Eric, who had suffered under his exhaustion, mysteriously recovered after a heavily fevered day of unconsciousness. Concerned for events, he retreated for some time of meditation, and was promptly chastised by Lily, who asked him not to make a habit of such sudden disappearances.

Meanwhile, the more stationary Alothia and K'anko resorted to a series of prank-letters, plaguing Lily and Eric with jokes regarding the pair. After a frustration-inspired bout of drinking, however the bonds of trust between Lily and Eric were strengthened as Lily confided her past to the Arcanist privately.

Vash Ashford was put to question by Deirdre, and it was found that separation from the corrupting power of the Darkened Crystal actually resulted in a form of madness, and during a Prisoner Transfer, he made an escape under circumstances Eric calls into question, but does not get an straight answer from K'anko. Conversation's spark once again about the safety of the Company as a whole, and it is agreed upon that Corvus Headquarters be temporarily moved to the Observatory in Corthas Highlands for the protection of the company.

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'''Captured'''

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'''Time Together'''

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<div align=center><div>Some of these rumors are untrue, speculation, or are greatly exaggerated. Please feel free to add your own rumors under the Player Character category!</div></div>

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<div><font style="color:#b3aba6;">■</font> "I heard that she used to date Oskar...how did she manage to put up with him?" - '''<font style="font-variant:small-caps;font-size:14px;">Finicky Friend</font>'''.</div>
<div><font style="color:#b3aba6;">■</font> "Didn't she run that company...Corvus Cinis? I heard they needed a new front door every week." - '''<font style="font-variant:small-caps;font-size:14px;">Crotchety Carpenter</font>'''.</div>
<div><font style="color:#b3aba6;">■</font> "She sure knows how to control the elements. All of 'em too, from what I can tell." - '''<font style="font-variant:small-caps;font-size:14px;">Tawdry Thaumaturge</font>'''.</div>
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<div style="padding:10px 25px; background: #EAB5C5; color:#62B1F6;font-size:14px;text-shadow: 1px 1px 1px #EAB5C5;"><b>◢ UNCOMMON RUMORS -</b> ''A little more difficult to hear. Use sparingly or ask first!''</div>
<div><font style="color:#948d8a;">■</font> "She does all of her books herself...won't let anyone else touch her gil. I wonder why..." - '''<font style="font-variant:small-caps;font-size:14px;">Badgering Bookkeeper</font>'''.</div>
<div><font style="color:#948d8a;">■</font> "I hear she's quite good with Fire...used to be good at healing, too, from what I can tell. Hasn't seemed to try healing anyone for a while though. Strange...." - '''<font style="font-variant:small-caps;font-size:14px;">Busybody</font>'''.</div>
<div><font style="color:#948d8a;">■</font> "I've heard she lets her boyfriends abuse her. Poor thing, she really ought to stand up for herself!" - '''<font style="font-variant:small-caps;font-size:14px;">Busybody</font>'''.</div>
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<div style="padding:10px 25px; background: #EAB5C5; color:#62B1F6;font-size:14px;text-shadow: 1px 1px 1px #EAB5C5;"><b>◢ RARE RUMORS -</b> ''Very rarely overheard. Please ask before using!''</div>
<div><font style="color:#706b68;">■</font> "I've heard that if you're in the mood for a ''good time'', she knows a woman who does that sort of work. Rates are reasonable too." - '''<font style="font-variant:small-caps;font-size:14px;">Patron</font>'''.</div>
<div><font style="color:#706b68;">■</font> "Her past is kinda shady...I hear she's just nice to everyone to cover that up. - '''<font style="font-variant:small-caps;font-size:14px;">Shady Dealer</font>'''.</div>
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<div style="padding:10px 25px; background: #EAB5C5; color:#62B1F6;font-size:14px;text-shadow: 1px 1px 1px #EAB5C5;"><b>◢ PLAYER CHARACTER RUMORS -</b> ''Feel free to add rumors of your own!''</div>

<div><font style="color:#44413f;">■</font> ''"We are...like two sides to a coin. Yet I am honored to call her...friend."'' '''- <font style="font-variant:small-caps;font-size:14px;">[[Lily Dawnsworn]]</font>'''.</div>
<div><font style="color:#44413f;">■</font> ''"I will kill anyone who wishes her harm, that woman has saved my life and she does not realize it."'' '''- <font style="font-variant:small-caps;font-size:14px;">[[Deirdre Ta'ea]]</font>'''.</div>
<div><font style="color:#44413f;">■</font> ''"She is ... an above-average detective.... when she's got my help."'' '''- <font style="font-variant:small-caps;font-size:14px;">[[Rhu'to Brom]]</font>'''.</div>
<div><font style="color:#44413f;">■</font> ''"I've watched her kill to save the one's she loves. Anyone like that is a good ally to have in my book."'' '''- <font style="font-variant:small-caps;font-size:14px;">[[Vash Ashford]]</font>'''.</div>
<div><font style="color:#44413f;">■</font> ''"I'd hit that. Just saying."'' '''- <font style="font-variant:small-caps;font-size:14px;">[[Tayn Zolin]]</font>'''.</div>
<div><font style="color:#44413f;">■</font> ''"The Boss Lady's pretty smart, but she's got really terrible taste in men is all I'm sayin'."'' '''- <font style="font-variant:small-caps;font-size:14px;">[[Rio van Rosch]]</font>'''.</div>

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<center><div><font style="color:#F02311;" size="2">♥</font> Romantic Attraction | <font style="color:#FA70BC;" size="2">♥</font> Platonic Love | <font style="color:#6B8E23;" size="2">✔</font> Positive | <font style="color:#C24640;" size="2">✖</font> Negative | <font style="color:#6b6e72;" size="2">●</font> Neutral </div><div><font style="font-size:13px;">'''<font style="font-variant:small-caps;font-weight:bold;font-size:12px;">note</font>''': Characters with whom Alothia has had little interaction with will be gradually cycled out. Also trying to be more active with her in RP after a long sort of hiatus so please forgive me if your name has slipped my mind! People who have left a lasting impression on Alothia will remain in the list, even if they're not currently playing/around.</font></div></center>

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: <div>'''<font style="font-variant:small-caps;">[[Khale Embrise]]</font>''' '''('''<font style="color:#F02311;" size="2">♥</font> ''')''' - '''Unexpected Connection.'''</div>
: <div>Alothia happened upon Khale in the Quicksand and, seeing the man alone, decided to approach him for conversation. In the time sense then, there hasn't been a day that they haven't spoken, and even if it is just for a few fleeting moments, they make a point of seeing each other. Surprised by the quickness with which their relationship progressed, Aly and Khale are thoroughly smitten with each other..</div>
: <div>'''<font style="font-variant:small-caps;">[[Eric Verus]]</font>''' '''('''<font style="color:#FA70BC;" size="2">♥</font> ''')''' - '''Brother/Friend.'''</div>
: <div>Eric met Aly as a new recruit for Corvus Cinis right after the Calamity. They developed a budding romance, but Menphina had other plans for them. She has helped Eric overcome many things, as he has with her. Currently, they are still acquainted, but Aly wishes she got to see and speak with him more often.<.font></div>
: <div>'''<font style="font-variant:small-caps;">[[Kassandra Dawn]]</font>''' '''(''' <font style="color:#6B8E23;" size="2">✔</font> ''')''' - '''Kassabanana...'''</div>
: <div>Kass was one of Aly's first and closest friends in Eorzea. They went through much together before the Calamity, although they don't see each other as much as they used to. Aly's five year absence and subsequent disappearances have strained the relationship, although Alothia wishes to restore it someday.</div>
: <div>'''<font style="font-variant:small-caps;">[[Lily Dawnsworn]]</font>''' '''(''' <font style="color:#6B8E23;" size="2">✔</font> ''')''' - '''...''Serious Business'''''</div>
: <div>Lily is one of Aly's closest friends and confidantes, even though they are exact opposites. Lily is currently one of Aly's associates in Jutat De, a helpful moral compass when Aly loses her way, and a fun person to tease. </div>
: <div>'''<font style="font-variant:small-caps;">[[U'zhan Tia]]</font>''' '''('''<font style="color:#F02311;" size="2">♥</font> ''')''' - '''Friendly Fling.'''</div>
: <div> Aly and U'zhan met many moons ago in Soliloquy tavern, and they soon formed a fast friendship. Fast forward to Para's abandonment of their engagement, and the friendship became somewhat more. Nothing happened, however, until Alothia returned from her sojourn in the Shroud. Aly and U'zhan developed a casual fling, and even though they have affection for each other, they both realize that a serious relationship was not in the cards. Their fling lasted a few weeks, ending shortly before Aly began dating Khale.</div>
: <div>'''<font style="font-variant:small-caps;">[[Oskar Helvig]]</font>''' '''(''' <font style="color:#6b6e72;" size="2">●</font> ''')''' - '''First Love.'''</div>
: <div>Oskar was Alothia's first boyfriend in Eorzea. They dated for many moons back before the Calamity until drama with [[Deirdre Ta'ea]] ultimately caused them to split. Oskar disappeared into the caves of his forefathers, and is presumed dead.</div>
: <div>'''<font style="font-variant:small-caps;">[[Paradyme Capellago]]</font>''' '''(''' <font style="color:#6b6e72;" size="2">●</font> ''')''' - '''Ex Fiance.'''</div>
: <div>Alothia met Para one evening at the Soliloquy tavern, only to fall fast and hard into a relationship with the red-headed hyur. They quickly got engaged, only to have Para break the relationship with infidelity. They lost touch and never quite mended their relationship. She currently has no knowledge of his happenings.</div>
: <div>'''<font style="font-variant:small-caps;">[[Zenge Eien]]</font>''' '''(''' <font style="color:#6b6e72;" size="2">●</font> ''')''' - '''Garlean Persuasion'''</div>
: <div>Alothia and Zenge met at Corvus Cinis, developing a friendship that turned into romance after Oskar left the picture. Zenge's Garlean heritage never bothered Alothia, and they grew close despite the cultural differences. Unfortunately, the relationship grew strained, and ended completely once the Calamity passed. Alothia has not seen Zenge since a moon before the Calamity.</div>
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<div style="padding:0px 0px; font-size:16px;color:#74BBFB;text-shadow: 1px 1px 1px #dddddd;font-weight:bold;">'''Potential Hooks'''</div>

:: <div><font style="color:#585350;" size="2">■</font> '''Past Life'''. People who may have been involved in crime syndicates from back before the Calamity may have known Alothia</div>

: <div style="padding:0px 0px; font-size:16px;color:#74BBFB;text-shadow: 1px 1px 1px #dddddd;font-weight:bold;">'''Outside Links:'''</div>

:: <div><font style="color:#585350;" size="2">■</font> '''[http://menphinaskeeper.tumblr.com Menphina's Keeper]''' - A Tumblr blog. Alothia’s IC journal, as well as some inspirations pics and ask prompts.</div>
:: <div><font style="color:#585350;" size="2">■</font> '''[http://open.spotify.com/user/121309065/playlist/6rUwfYr4wQYqYodtmrtWIP Alothia's Playlist (spotify)]''' - WIP.</div>

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: * [http://tvtropes.org/pmwiki/pmwiki.php/Main/BadDreams Bad Dreams]
: * [http://tvtropes.org/pmwiki/pmwiki.php/Main/TheAtoner The Atoner]
: * [http://tvtropes.org/pmwiki/pmwiki.php/Main/BeneathTheMask Beneath the Mask]
: * [http://tvtropes.org/pmwiki/pmwiki.php/Main/PluckyGirl Plucky Girl]

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: <div style="padding:0px 0px; font-size:16px;color:#74BBFB;text-shadow: 1px 1px 1px #dddddd;font-weight:bold;">'''Misc Info:'''</div>

:: <div><font style="color:#585350;" size="2">■</font> Template adapted from [[Bancroft Gairn]], with edits by [[Xheja Rajhera]] / [[N'hadiya Khei]]. Further edited and adapted by [[User:Cuideag|Jajara Jara]] / [[User:Cuideag|Delial Grimsong]]. Even more edited by [[Alothia Starkwood]]</div>

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