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Gaethan Charlemend

2017-06-12T17:05:31Z

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{{Infobox-character
| name = Gaethan Charlemend
| image = Gaethan Charlemend.png
| imagewidth = 250
| gender = Male
| citizenship = Ul'dah
| race = Elezen
| clan = Wildwood
| stat_1 = Nameday
| stat_1_value = 18th Sun of the 4th Umbral Moon
| stat_2 = Age
| stat_2_value = 27
| stat_3 = Orientation
| stat_3_value = Straight
| stat_4 = Guardian
| stat_4_value = Nymeia, The Spinner
| stat_5 = Alias
| stat_5_value = Gae (Guy)
| stat_6 = Marital Status
| stat_6_value = Single
}}

'''Short Background'''

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===<div style="padding:0px 15px;border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px; border-color:#808080; border-radius:10px; background: #DCDCDC;font-size:14px;">Interests</div>===
:<table style="position:center;width:75%;"><tr><td style="vertical-align: top;font-size:10pt;font-family:Helvetica;width:33%;"><h4><div style="padding:0px 35px;border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px; border-color:#808080; border-radius:10px;background: #87A96B;font-size:14px;"><center>Likes</center></div></h4>
* Reading, music, and theater.
* A good adventure.
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* Cock and arrogant people.
* Unyielding stubbornness.
* Being touched without asking when he barely knows someone.
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'''Foods:''' Most seafood and poultry dishes.<br />
'''Drinks:''' Tea most types favorite is Green and Jasmine.<br />
'''Colors:''' Any shade of Blue.
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:* No surprise but seeking new and wondrous adventures.
:* Writing poetry.
:* Singing.

===<div style="padding:0px 15px; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px; border-color:#808080; border-radius:10px;background: #DCDCDC;font-size:14px;">Appearance</div>===
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'''Hair/Fur:''' Dark Silver<br />
'''Skin:''' <br />
'''Eyes:''' Yellow<br />
'''Height:''' 6'11"<br />
'''Weight:''' 190lbs<br />
'''Build:''' Athletic
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===<div style="padding:0px 15px; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px; border-color:#808080; border-radius:10px;background: #DCDCDC;font-size:14px;">Personality</div>===
* <h4>Alignment</h4> Chaotic to Lawful Good
* <h4>Motivation</h4> Wishes to carry out his family legacy and make a name for himself.
* <h4>Disposition</h4> A happy gentleman. He is courteous and kind to those whom he deems worthy of such. To his enemies and antagonizes that have upset him, he is cold and ruthless.
* <h4>Outlook</h4> "Every good adventure starts with a step in a direction, bad or good."
* <h4>Positive personality traits</h4> Adaptable, Direct, Exciting, Free thinking, Gentlemanly, Friendly, Heroic, Strong.
* <h4>Negative personality traits</h4> Naive at times, .
* <h4>Miscellaneous quirks</h4> Is very formal unless told to be otherwise.

===<div style="padding:0px 15px;border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px; border-color:#808080; border-radius:10px; background: #DCDCDC;font-size:14px;">Biography</div>===
:♦'''Years 1-5''':

Gaethan born into the family Charlemend as the first and only son he was expected to do great things. The earliest years of Gaethan’s life were him being taken care of by his parents but not waited on hand and foot like other nobles. His parents wanted to drive home the point that manners were important to their family. These years were peaceful for the young Elezen.

:♦'''Years 6-10''':

As a slightly older child Gaethan became a mischievous brat who didn’t know his place. While his parents did love him they still were right there to discipline him at every turn. He played pranks on the guards of his families, picked fights with those bigger than him and challenged the authority of those around him. His father, Gaerus noticed this behavior a bit more than his mother, Aurora. This often got him into vast troubles with his parents and the punishments were severe. Severe enough that over time Gaethan realized what was happening and began to calm himself and only went to fight when he knew he would win. Gaethan lead the busy life on an heir to his house everyday he would study and train. Each day he would study a new subject and train a different skill in the skills recognized by his family.

Gaethan would get chances to visit those less fortunate in The Brume with his mother and father as they traveled there to assist those in need of the assistance. They would pass out food and provisions to women and children. Their work was an attempt to quell the divide between the classes and show unity between all. The other nobles didn’t see it as such and with that also disproved of the future heir and his actions.

Gaethan’s training on the days he trained would be in three categories, steel, spell, and script. For his parents saw potential in the way he viewed the world in a poetic sense they set aside time for him to scribe his mind to parchment. His mother often found his works so beautiful that she would hide them and keep them hidden in a collection for when he knew what he really wanted to do with them. Gaethan’s lessons in the art of wielding steel came from his father as the two would match blades frequently as well as go over posture and strategy and surrounding. Gaerus would also teach him that the three things that held power but should be wisely weld were steel, spell and script for these things can alter the course of the realm if used appropriately.

Aurora taught her son in the use of spells both in conjuring and in thaumaturgy. She showed her son the ways to cure ones aliments as well as inflict the pain of the elements on those he could be deemed his foes. Training with her exhausted him mentally, whilst training with his father exhausted him physically. All of this was to raise his resilience and strength. Thought another art of fighting would catch Gaethan’s eyes as he grew older.

:♦'''Years 12-17''':

Gaethan’s teenager years were eventful in ways that one wouldn’t think. Gaethan had revolted against the stance of Ishgard and their stance of seeing the people of Eorzea as a whole. He didn’t agree with the beliefs of how they should be killing their own. This all lead him to get into many fights amongst peers and those above him. Most arguments remained verbal, but a few became trial by combat. It was during one of these trial by combats that Gaethan didn’t pick up steel, nor used a single spell. Instead Gaethan fought his accuser with his body showing off a new skill he had picked up. Many in the court watching deemed this action dishonorable to his family. Gaerus wasn’t pleased with Gaethan’s new stance, but took the time to hear his son out.

Gaethan explained to his father that those who fight with their hands and some who fight with knives employ dirty tactics and fight dishonorably. He continued to say that having knowledge of the way ad knowing how exactly these people fight could save his life in the future. Gaerus upon hearing this accepted his son’s decision and allowed him to continue to hone these skills. There was a condition however, Gaethan was sworn to never use these skills in front of Ishgard’s court ever again. Though in that regard it was too late, Gaethan had caught the eyes of the other noble houses and any move he made would be a target on the back of him and his family. So what became of his rebellious behavior? Well Gaethan put himself into classes for etiquette on his own accord. He never wanted to get into fights with others to begin with over petty squabbles with things that could be talked over. During his time of taking etiquette classes Gaethan became more of a gentleman as time passed. It would take years though to remove his temper and that would only be removed once Gaethan’s eyes saw the world for what it truly was.

:♦'''Years 17-27''':

Upon reaching adulthood Gaethan believed that it was time to leave the nest of Ishgard. However to begin this journey Gaethan would have to sign something away while outside of Ishgard and Eorzea, his life. Gaethan would not permitted coin nor status. The other house instigated this in hopes that the young man would die for turning his back on Ishgard. Gaethan however saw this as a challenge and more than accepted. With this Gaethan set out from home and left to see Hydaelyn in its glory and atrocities.

He sought to learn more of the outside world and help understand the plight of the world as a whole. Gaethan’s travels would take him all over, one such place he did end up was outside of Limsa Lominsa where he was taken under the wings of the Dutiful Sisters of the Eldeweiss for a short time. His training with his knives progressed further than what he had learned on his own and while they were in a way underhanded he saw the honor in their group as a band of people stopping crimes in the seas surrounding them. From there Gaethan decided to leave Eorzea and caught a vessel setting out to the shores of Othard, specifically Doma. It was there that Gaethan’s true travels began.

Doma was the worst of his travels at the start. For the immediate moment he set foot in Doma he challenged the Garlean Empire and soon after made wanted for his crimes against them. He would've died to if not for the aid of a Doman ninja. This man saved him from an impossible situation. However Gaethan never learned the man’s name even on numerous attempts to. The Master as Gaethan referred to him, taught him mystic arts after seeing an affinity for it within. That was not all he taught Gaethan balance in his temper. The Master would work closely with him in the wilderness away from civilization teaching him inner peace and control over the raging flame within. Gaethan enjoyed his new skills in the ways that it helped him survive, but beyond that he longed for the chance to pick up his old blade and book. Gaethan during all of his travels had grown a bit homesick.

Gaethan under his assumed identity would spend time writing and selling his works of poetry to those who appreciated art. He also decided to learn the various styles of poetic form in Othard. His penname he sold under Shinpi. His poems while scarce were picked up by many. Years passed and he traveled more of Othard learning new things and his adventures would continue. For a small time Gaethan also travelled through Ilsabard wreaking more havoc in and out of the shadows against the Garlean Empire.

On the mark of his tenth year away from Ishgard Gaethan returned to Eorzea more specifically Thanalan where he was found passed out and dying in the desert by one Juno Iskandi. Juno took him and thus was the start of his time with the Free Company ‘The Eorzea Defense Force.’ With that Juno has been reintroducing Gaethan sort of to the land of Eorzea. That and using him as someone to grab things off high shelves.

:♦'''The Now''':

Since his return Gaethan has laid pretty low. He has met a few people here and there like Narani Kha, Katsu Toko, Deahfel Pharasma, and Synerva Devereux. The final one who recognized him from Ishgard. Gaethan has met her twice and despite her possibly being a murderer or someone who is wanted, Gaethan has chosen to stick it out thinking maybe they could be friends.

===<div style="padding:0px 15px; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px; border-color:#808080; border-radius:10px;background: #DCDCDC;font-size:14px;">Relationships</div>===
<center><div style="display:inline-block;padding:0px 15px; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px; border-color:#808080; border-radius:10px;background: #F5F5F5;font-size:14px;"><font style="color:#F02311;" size="3">♥</font> Romantic Interest, <font style="color:#1F75FE;" size="3">♥</font> Sexual Interest, <font style="color:#FA70BC;" size="3">♥</font> Platonic Love, <font style="color:#9EC60B;" size="3">♦</font> Good Standing, <font style="color:#696969;" size="3">●</font> Neutral Standing, <font style="color:#C24640;" size="3">↓</font> Poor Standing</div></center>

: <h4><div style="padding:0px 15px; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px; border-color:#808080; border-radius:10px;background: #FFF0F5;font-size:14px;">Romantic Interest</div></h4>
:: <font style="color:#F02311;" size="3">♥</font>

: <h4><div style="padding:0px 15px; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px; border-color:#808080; border-radius:10px;background: #F8F8FF;font-size:14px;">Platonic Love</div></h4>
:: <font style="color:#FA70BC;" size="3">♥</font>

: <h4><div style="padding:0px 15px; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px; border-color:#808080; border-radius:10px;background: #F0FFF0;font-size:14px;">Good Standing</div></h4>
:: <font style="color:#9EC60B;" size="3">♦</font> Narani Kha

:: <font style="color:#9EC60B;" size="3">♦</font> Deahfel Pharasma

:: <font style="color:#9EC60B;" size="3">♦</font> Synerva Devereux

: <h4><div style="padding:0px 15px; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px; border-color:#808080; border-radius:10px;background: #F5F5F5;font-size:14px;">Neutral Standing</div></h4>
:: <font style="color:#696969;" size="3">●</font>

:: <font style="color:#696969;" size="3">●</font>

: <h4><div style="padding:0px 15px; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px; border-color:#808080; border-radius:10px;background: #FFFAFA;font-size:14px;">Poor Standing</div></h4>
:: <font style="color:#C24640;" size="3">↓</font> None, yet.

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: <font style="color:#D83018;" size="3">■</font> "That tall Elezen with silver hair? Yeah I have seen him around Ul'Dah before...Said he comes from one of the noble houses, but he didn't strike me as such. Quite driven that one...I wouldn't want to get in his way." - ''[[Deahfel Pharasma]]''
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===<div style="padding:0px 35px; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px; border-color:#808080; border-radius:10px;background: #DCDCDC;font-size:14px;">Footnotes</div>===
: This page uses the [[Easily Read Template]], created by [[Khita Atropah]] and inspired by [[Bancroft Gairn]].

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File:Gaethan Charlemend.png

2017-06-12T17:04:57Z

FreelanceWizard: Gaethan Charlemend

[[Gaethan Charlemend]]

L'yhta Mahre

2017-04-15T19:12:11Z

FreelanceWizard: /* Characteristics */ Minor updates (still more to come...)

{{Infobox-character
| name = L'yhta Mahre
| image = Lyhta-tiergan.jpg
| imagewidth = 350
| caption = L'yhta, envisioned by '''Tiergan'''
| title = Stupendiferous Magnifijestic Mage
| gender = Female
| citizenship = Limsa Lominsa
| race = Miqo'te
| clan = Seekers of the Sun
| server = Balmung
| stat_1 = Age
| stat_1_value = 24
| stat_2 = Height
| stat_2_value = Tall (5 fulms, 5 ilms)
| stat_3 = Weight
| stat_3_value = Thin, somewhat muscular (120-130 ponz)
| stat_4 = Profession
| stat_4_value = "Lady Sorceress"
| stat_5 = Patron Deity
| stat_5_value = The Mothercrystal (so she claims)
}}
'''L'yhta Mahre''' (LEE-tah MAH-ray), formally known as '''Yhta of the Vipers, sired by L'mahre Nunh''' and commonly as '''Lyta''' (lie-TUH), is a miqo'te Seeker of the Sun who nominally lives in Limsa Lominsa. She was once the Voice of [http://www.themysterium.org Mysterium], but is now just one of its Masters. Her formal address in the Ivory Tower is Wizard Yhta Mahre, Master of Mysterium, Thaumaturge, Conjurer, Arcanist, Astromancer; by Aether illuminated, Beacon of Hope.

==Appearance==
L'yhta is a tall (approximately 5' 5") miqo'te female with dark skin and long dark purple hair that she keeps tied back out of her face. She has bright, almost iridescent heliotrope eyes with the usual slits of her clan. Her tail is quite long for a Seeker of the Sun and, like her ears, often expressive. Her build is thin and gangly; she's not particularly shapely, though she has lately put on a bit of wiry muscle. Her face has the markings inherent to some of the Seekers of the Sun -- three on each side in an tiger stripe pattern. L'yhta's voice is an untrained [[Wikipedia:Mezzo-soprano#Dramatic|dramatic mezzo-soprano]], fairly low for someone her size. She doesn't exhibit much of an accent, if any, when she speaks, except perhaps when she's particularly inebriated.

As of late, L'yhta's begun dying her hair and tail regularly, as well as changing her hair style seemingly at a whim. This began after she took a "sabbatical" to Greencliff around the time of the Starlight Celebration in the 5th year of the Seventh Umbral Era; exactly why that prompted her to take such a whimsical, impulsive approach to her hair has yet to be disclosed.

==History==
[[Image:L'yhta Mahre by Emadra.JPG|300px|left|thumb|L'yhta, envisioned by '''Emadra''']]
In western La Noscea resides the small fishing village of Greencliff, named for its high cliffs and its relatively dense, yet small, nearby forest. The village was originally home to a small population of Sea Wolves, but they found themselves outnumbered by an influx of Seekers of the Sun approximately 95 years ago when L'sharhl Nunh established the area as hunting grounds for the Viper tribe and assumed the title of nunh there. As the miqo'te made their homes in the area and largely shifted to an agricultural and aquacultural lifestyle, the Roegadyn population slowly decreased, eventually leaving the village almost entirely to the newcomers. It was into this settled branch of the Vipers that L'yhta was born, the fifth child of L'arhi Xahlo and L'mahre Nunh.

L'yhta's early life was unremarkable; she had no especially outstanding characteristics other than a quick wit and a keen mind -- neither of which were particularly impressive, much less useful, in a village used to eking out a living through fishing and the occasional felling of lumber to fuel [[Limsa Lominsa]]'s demand for ships. As far as the other miqo'te of Greencliff were concerned, what was remarkable about L'yhta was exactly how unremarkable she was. The tall girl proved to be passable with an axe, vaguely competent with the spear, moderately capable of catching fish, and not especially attractive, either. This surprised those who expected great things of the children of L'mahre Nunh and L'arhi Xahlo. L'mahre was considered by most to be one of the branch's greater nunh; his physical strength and virility were highly praised. L'arhi, for her part, had borne seven children, an impressive number by any standards. The only son she bore him, L'rhilo Tia, was held as a pure example of miqo'te excellence. With gleaming golden hair, dashing features, lightning reflexes, and sparkling silver and gold heterochromic eyes, he was already beginning to turn the heads of the women of the tribe and sparking rumours that he'd prove to be the next nunh. L'yhta's sisters were equally fine specimens: tall, beautiful, and possessed of a nearly regal grace. By contrast, the lanky, average L'yhta was quite a disappointment. Nevertheless, L'arhi remained supportive, hoping that her fifth child would find ''something'' at which she'd be more than just minimally competent, even if that were simply bearing children to the nunh. For her part, the often isolated L'yhta spent a great deal of time staring out into the stars and across the sea and wondering if her destiny were always to be so painfully mundane.

Then, the Calamity changed everything. Bahamut's fire scourged the land, and amidst the chaos, L'mahre Nunh was struck by a shower of superheated shards of rock. While he survived, he lost a leg and an arm in the attack. Unwilling to see someone else lay his father low, L'rhilo Tia challenged him for the position of nunh. The fight was short; it took mere moments for the son to defeat the father. The tribe looked on as L'rhilo, hovering over the fallen nunh, exchanged brief whispered words with him -- then tore out his throat. To this day, no one knows exactly what L'mahre said to L'rhilo; some suggest the father asked his son to end his suffering, while others whisper that the once nunh begged for mercy and L'rhilo killed him anyway. Regardless of the truth, L'rhilo Tia became L'rhilo Nunh that day, and he celebrated the victory that night with some of the most beautiful women of the tribe.

It wasn't long after he ascended to the position of nunh that L'rhilo came to L'yhta to ask her to his bed. While it wasn't unexpected that he'd attempt to carry on the impressive lineage of his mother and father, what surprised everyone (especially L'yhta) was when he passed over her elder sisters in favor of a lanky 16 year old. L'yhta doesn't discuss what exactly he said to her, other than that he made it abundantly clear that he expected her to do her duty to the tribe and bear his children. What the whole tribe knows is what happened next: when the sun rose the next day, L'yhta was gone.

To this day, L'yhta isn't entirely sure what prompted her to flee her fate. She would like to believe it was her wanderlust and curiosity pulling her away from a fettered life, but it was more likely due to the arrogant, lascivious, and forceful insistence of someone she'd previously trusted and saw as a friend. Rather than acquiesce, L'yhta collected some food, a spare set of clothes, and some small carved shells and pearls given to her by her mother, then headed south towards the only landmark she knew: a large lighthouse. It was there that she was able to trade the pearls for gil, then use the gil to travel to Limsa Lominsa to start a new life.

L'yhta was naturally overwhelmed by Limsa Lominsa when she first arrived. What struck her most of all was the way the miqo'te there acted. They were overly cheerful, extremely outgoing, and entirely willing to use their bodies to their advantage (and sometimes profit). Unwilling to take up any of the "trades" that were not so gently suggested to her by the city's more salty inhabitants, L'yhta instead wandered the city, using the last of her gil to secure lodging while she tried to figure out her next step. It was during one of these walks that she quite literally ran into Robert Fletcher, an antiquated hyur with piercing green eyes and an explosion of white hair bursting from his head. Little did she know that this man was a powerful Thaumaturge and also the Voice of the Wizards' Choir; she also wasn't aware that he'd been watching her, intrigued by a Seeker of the Sun without a purpose but a gift for the arcane. Robert took her in and introduced her to the three disciplines of magic, and was pleased to see her quickly learn to command her own Aether as well as to call upon that of the land. For her part, L'yhta was both shocked and ecstatic that she'd finally found something that she wouldn't make a fool of herself at -- something where her skill would live up to the name of her father. As part of her training, Robert introduced her to the rituals of the Choir and inducted her as his apprentice.

For the next four years, L'yhta lived with Robert, who she viewed as a quirky grandfather, and trained under him and the five other superannuated Chairs of the Choir. She came to love her strange new family of aging spellcasters, and they, while they could be annoyed by her youthful enthusiasm, cared for her as an adpoted child. Sadly, this life wouldn't last for long. In year 5 of the seventh umbral era, the Choir was requested by the Foreign Levy to help defend the city against a Sahagin assault. Ultimately, the Maelstrom won the battle, but at a terrible cost -- all of the Choir's members were struck down save L'yhta, who Robert insisted stay behind the lines. When she rushed to her mentor's side, his last words stuck in her memory: ''"Sing with a new Choir, young Voice."''

Since she's continued her training within the various magical guilds of Eorzea, L'yhta has discovered that she possesses the Echo. She theorizes this might be why she has such a faculty for channeling Aether, though more importantly, she's ''quite sure'' this means that she has a great destiny she needs to fulfill.

==Personality==
[[Image:Lyhta-levecard.jpg|200px|left|A guildleve card for L'yhta, by '''Nahue''']]
L'yhta is typical of many Seekers of the Sun in that she can be impulsive and tends to speak her mind; like her brethren, she shows her emotions readily, which often makes her seem more flighty and impulsive than she actually is. She's somewhat naïve, tending to believe that people are usually good, that evil is always apparent and obvious, and that everyone wants to hear and see truth spoken to power. It helps that she has a sharp wit and a constant enthusiasm, though this latter trait sometimes grates on others' nerves. At times, she can be self-centered, petulant, and altogether childish, especially when her naivete about the world is challenged, when something stands between her and her goals, when she makes what she perceives to be a mistake, or when she feels like she's lost control of a situation. When her friends are threatened -- or when she ''perceives'' that they're being threatened or have been wronged by the forces of "Evil and Awful" -- she can be stubbornly dismissive and brutally violent and tends not to react well if asked to stay her hand, turning her ire on those same friends instead. In general, L'yhta is quite open about her feelings; if she likes you, you'll know it, and if she doesn't like you or is angry with you, she'll make ''sure'' you know that. Subtlety and deception aren't typically part of her repertoire.

L'yhta is also known to put on a bit of a haughty air when discussions of race come up. To L'yhta, miqo'te who fall into the "cute, sexy cat" stereotype -- "domesticated kittens," as she calls them -- are denigrating their whole race and contributing to the hypersexualization of miqo'te women. She also holds the other races with a degree of contempt for supporting this behavior by employing miqo'te as dancers and prostitutes. However, L'yhta also holds no love for tribal miqo'te, who she feels are limiting themselves and their race in addition to participating in what she now considers a barbaric system of mating. Her time in Limsa Lominsa has given her a strong desire for freedom and a respect for the dual virtues of self-sufficiency and teamwork, and the incompatibility of these with tribal miqo'te culture is part of why she holds it in such contempt.

Generally, L'yhta is fairly reserved in large social gatherings where she doesn't know most of the people there. She tends to keep to herself, away from the crowd. If approached, she's her usual gregarious, talkative self, but she doesn't seek out interactions (unless she happens to notice something that captures her eye, such as a Nymian relic or new spell). In bars in and around Limsa Lominsa, this tends to cause a fair number of rumours about "t'at mage drownin' 'er sorrows at th' end of th' bar." As she doesn't particularly enjoy "people-watching," she typically shies away from particularly raucous taverns unless brought there by someone she knows or they're one of her usual haunts (such as the Missing Member).

Like a young college student, L'yhta believes she's figured the world out thanks to her newfound knowledge and experience, and this has driven her to arrogantly make rash, ill-advised decisions. In general, though, L'yhta's motivated to help others and make the world a better place, even if lately she's taken on a rather significant anti-authoritarian streak. In D&D terms, her alignment is '''Chaotic Good'''. In Palladium terms, she's closest to '''Unprincipled''' these days (though she has some disturbingly '''Aberrant''' behaviors).

==Affiliations and Known Associates==
L'yhta is a citizen of Limsa Lominsa and a member of the Foreign Levy of the Maelstrom; technically speaking, she holds the rank of Second Storm Lieutenant, though both she and the Maelstrom largely consider that honorary, and she certainly wouldn't use it except, perhaps, to pull rank on an intransigent supply officer or hapless private in a moment of great need. Additionally, as part of the cooperative exchange program established by the three Grand Companies, she often acts as a consultant on matters of magic for the Immortal Flames and the Twin Adder. Finally, L'yhta is the Councilor of Wind of [http://www.themysterium.org Mysterium], an order of mages based out of Limsa Lominsa.

===Present associates===
In particular, L'yhta is known to have significant connections with (in no particular order, save that NPCs are last):

* [[Clalaris Sil Laris]] -- A lalafellin conjurer and, it's rumoured, white mage of Gridania who was once one of her closest friends. The two have drifted apart recently, though L'yhta is largely loathe to discuss why.
* [[Eamont Desormaux]] -- This elezen conjurer is essentially L'yhta's surrogate father, though some believe their relationship is rather more than platonic.
* [[Seth Honeybrew]] -- Seth is, quite shockingly, the only person from whom L'yhta will accept casual racism towards miqo'te. Exactly why she's willing to laugh off from Seth what from others would usually get a verbal barrage isn't clear, but it is clear she considers him a good friend.
* [[Sazhi'to Bajhiri]] -- L'yhta feels a particular kinship to Sazhi'to (who she often just calls "Sazhi"), as both of them are, in her mind, refugees from tribal malfeasance. As for his sister, Mholi... L'yhta would be fine pushing her off a cliff.
* [[Rosamund Cartwright]] -- A rich daughter of Limsa Lominsa, Roz is one of L'yhta best friends.
* [[Paran Hywel]] -- Paran and L'yhta have largely patched up their past issues, and have gone back to being friends. Lately, L'yhta has been offering him relationship advice and, perhaps, coming to some rather key realizations about herself in the process.
* [[Camille Everardi]] -- L'yhta enjoys Camille's company and her keen intellect and ability to plan. She feels Camille is wise beyond her years.
* [[K'hane Tariq]] -- Since she was released from the influence of a powerful voidsent, K'hane's returned to "normal," though L'yhta wishes she'd show more of her confidence. "There's got to be a middle ground, right?"
* [[Kellach Woods]] -- L'yhta met Kellach at a beach party when he was still an employee of XI:7. She likes both his enthusiasm and humbleness, not to mention the joy he brings Eamont.
* [[Karaki Crystalis]] -- After a rocky start, L'yhta's found that she and this miqo'te from the East have a lot in common. She considers him a friend and hopes to be able to "correct" his less personable qualities.
* [[Cliodhna Eoghan]] -- Cliodhna and L'yhta have crossed paths a few times, and they've a friendship forged on a mutual love of fun and helping others. Their friendship has deepened as they've spent more time together and seen more of each other's darker secrets.
* [[Sasari Sari]] -- L'yhta gets along well with Sasari, or so she believes, and is quite interested in figuring out how to help her in better controlling her magicks.
* [[Sasani Sani]] -- Perhaps surprisingly, L'yhta can in fact tell Sasari and Sasani apart. She thinks Sasani is particularly sweet.
* [[Kerin Misteyes]] -- While still on somewhat formal terms with this conjurer of the Fane, L'yhta considers Kerin a good friend... usually. Their relationship is often strained by a vacillating level of trust, driven by Kerin's fear of L'yhta's potential and L'yhta's concern over Kerin's beliefs.
* [[Kurenai Nagi]] -- L'yhta's has a long past with Kurenai that's ranged from distant friend, to adopted sister, to lost obsession, to, now, girlfriend. The au ra is perhaps her closest confidant and partner, and one L'yhta often feels unworthy to have.
* [[Anzu Sakata]] -- Sakata no Anzu and L'yhta grew to become friends through a series of long and somewhat awkward conversations. L'yhta sees her as another surrogate sister, albeit one who needs her advice more than who can give it.
* [[Myradin Aurelia]] -- Even though she knows her birth name is Mitsune, L'yhta continues to refer to her as Myradin, and considers this auri priestess to be one of her closest confidants -- when she's around, at any rate.
* [[Elrick Ashwynn]] -- L'yhta helped settle an argument for this adventurer, and the two have since entered into a relationship. His wisdom, care, and surprising depths have drawn her closer to him.
* [[C'eleni Meztli]] -- Eleni has quickly grown to be one of L'yhta's closest friends, by way of her persistent smile and infectious optimism. In her, L'yhta sees a kindred spirit.
* [[X'myra Bhen]] -- One of the cats in Marcy and the Cats and owner of the Cat's Meow in Ul'dah, L'yhta has grown particularly close to Myra by way of their shared experiences and beliefs. While some of the bard's sharp edges can vex her from time to time, L'yhta considers them close friends.
* [[Terilia Moui]] -- Teri's sheltered life has led L'yhta to take her under her wing as an adopted younger sister.
* [[Anafenza Tetheros]] -- The adopted xaela sister of Llaine, L'yhta often enjoys Ana's company and uniquely blunt perspective on the world.
* [[Savo Kesslivang]] -- Kurenai's other love. After seeing the two of them interact, and as her own relationship with Kurenai has progressed, L'yhta has gone from darkly jealous to accepting of their connection. She does wish Savo would bathe once in a while, though.
* Cieranaux Aramont -- Robert Fletcher's apprentice prior to L'yhta, Cieranaux has nothing but disrespect for her and typically lobs idle insults and cliché attacks in her direction -- a way to show his distaste for her while reminding her that she's, to him, nothing more than a trifle that doesn't warrant a more serious effort. After nearly murdering him and being pulled back from the brink by two of her friends, she's decided to just dismiss him as not worth her trouble.
* Volkido Tekido -- Robert Fletcher's personal assistant, this lalafell is the majordomo of the Ivory Tower and also acts as L'yhta's personal assistant. As much as he complains about being put upon by these "wizards with their heads in the clouds," and the "foolish girl" that he's "stuck with," Volkido cares deeply for her and the other wizards.
* L'ehli Tia -- When L'yhta last went to Greencliff, this tia -- one of her nephews by her eldest sister -- followed her back. Volkido has set him up with an apartment using L'yhta's funds so he can remain in the city; he's currently training at the Coral Tower to join the Yellowjackets.

===Past associates===
L'yhta has drifted away from these individuals (in no particular order, save NPCs come last):

* [[Nathalanee Reinhart]] -- Nathalanee was once L'yhta's girlfriend, but the two appear to have broken up after Nathalanee went on an extended mission for the Twin Adders. L'yhta still speaks very fondly of the miqo'te, though, and stridently defends her against those who may speak ill of her.
* [[Racilian Lyenum]] -- "Raci," who was once a member of the Ivory Tower, is one of her friends and can always bring a smile to her face.
* [[Gus Pumpkinweed]] -- Gus was once one of L'yhta's apprentices, and the two of them got along quite well (perhaps due to the fact that they both have a strong drive towards excellence). She's ecstatic to hear that he's now opened a business of his own.
* [[Kevaraan Annorek]] -- This troubled miqo'te lancer was one of L'yhta's close friends before the Seventh Astral Era. She presumes him dead at this point, though she hopes he's just found a place where he can work through his issues.
* [[R'kyala Mahji]] -- Since the two of them met through Camille, they've gotten along smashingly, perhaps because they both act like chocobos hopped up on X-Ethers.
* [[Deitrych Brownlowe]] -- This bounty hunter is viewed by most in the Tower as somewhere between weird and extremely creepy, but L'yhta finds him to be largely misunderstood and quirkily charming. The two have interacted much less after certain revelations regarding his interactions with Clalaris.
* [[Fio Arasgain]] -- This chef at the Bismarck and skilled warrior is someone L'yhta respects, as he's a fellow refugee from the tribal life. She feels they have a lot in common and could become closer friends.
* [[Aidan Hayward]] -- L'yhta met Aidan through a random leve and, despite a rocky start, the two of them had a rather torrid relationship. The two have broken up under what appears to be rather unpleasant circumstances.
* [[Llaine Tetheros]] -- Llaine and L'yhta built a relationship and ultimately a marriage by way of a long-term friendship, but for reasons L'yhta refuses to disclose other than "a big fight," the two have parted ways, with Llaine having had Eamont release her from her oath to the Tower. L'yhta still claims to love Llaine, but her discussion of the relationship and its end seems to be tinged with a great deal of bitterness.
* [[Braxis Wynterwulf]] -- L'yhta isn't quite sure what to make of Ser Braxis, other than that he seems honorable and that he and Llaine often seem a lot closer than she and Llaine do (or did). Jealousy and passive aggression have given way to a deep-seated guilt over how she's treated him in the past.
* [[Zagi'zi Kumai]] -- Despite claims that he's lost his arrogance and found a new appreciation for others, L'yhta still despises this "insufferable arse," and can't conceive of why people she knows enjoy spending time with him. She believes they have more in common than either of them would ever admit, and that perceived kinship is why she doesn't actively work against him.
* Solaxia -- L'yhta's agreed to, along with Clalaris, train this excitable sylph in the ways of magic. While Solaxia would much rather learn Thaumaturgy from Stompy One (as she calls L'yhta), L'yhta's pushed the sylph to learn Conjury from Moogle One (aka Clalaris) first.
* Lydia Burroughs -- This alleged defector from the Garleans was complicit in a dire crime committed against one of L'yhta's best friends. L'yhta told Nathalanee she wanted her to decide how to handle the captive, and so Lydia was turned over to the Twin Adder for debriefing despite L'yhta's misgivings. While she hopes the hyur can make good on the second chance she's been given, L'yhta is keeping a close eye on her and won't hesitate to try to put an end to this experiment if it goes even the least bit awry.

==Characteristics==
[[Image:L'yhtaMahreFlat.jpg|right|thumb|300px|L'yhta, envisioned by [http://mitchfoust.deviantart.com Mitch Foust]]]
* '''Nicknames''': Lyta (to most non-miqo'te), Yhta (to very close friends only)
* '''Age''': Early 20s
** '''Nameday''': 12th sun of the 3rd Astral Moon, 1555 of 6th Astral Era
* '''Gender''': Female
** '''Sexuality''': Bisexual polyamorous, though largely preferring men
** '''Marital Status''': In a stable polyamorous arrangement (she'd say "in a relationship")
* '''Alignment''': Chaotic Good/Unprincipled
* '''Height''': 5 fulms, 5 ilms
* '''Weight''': Generally around 120 to 130 ponz
* '''Body''': Thin, lanky, but with a wiry musculature
* '''Hair''': Varies, but naturally, long, straight, and violet
* '''Eyes''': Iridescent heliotrope
* '''Skin''': Mocha, with chocolate facial markings
* '''Clothing''': For combat, L'yhta wears subtly armored robes with woven symbols in aetherically conductive wire, in the styles of middle Mhach and late Allag. Short skirts or leggings and ankle boots give her improved mobility, along with ring guards and fingerless gloves. In casual situations, she tends to wear sleeveless or Doman-style tops and long, flowing skirts or leather pants, with a preference for sandals or bare feet. Her choice of clothing in public is as fluid as her mood, though unless she has no alternative, she never wears armor heavier than a breastplate or chain-backed robes and heavy leather boots. In private, she usually wears leggings and a bandeau top, light and minimal smallclothes, or most often, nothing at all.

===Likes===
* Music and dancing
* Battle and violence (though she'd only confess to "battles to protect people")
* Jellied fruits -- or any fruit, really
* Conversation, especially about magic, philosophy, and religion
* Proving how great she is
* Being surprised by someone's knowledge and talents
* Being teased (though she'd ''never'' admit that)
* Confident people who don't take themselves or life too seriously

===Dislikes===
* Probing questions about her tribal past or ''especially'' about her sexuality
* Being corrected, even when she's clearly screwed up
* Miqo'te females who fit the "cute" or "sexy" stereotype, as well as those who support tribal culture
* People who deny her "clearly obvious brilliance"
* The nobility and anyone else who seek to impose their will on others
* Arrogant people, especially those who claim noble blood or divine right
* "Fanatic cultists:" Ishgardians, Garleans, and sometimes Gridanians (depending on how much they use "the will of the Elementals" to justify their actions)

[[Image:Lyhta mahre sanguinefenrir.png|right|thumb|300px|L'yhta envisioned by '''sanguineFenrir''']]
===Areas of Expertise===
* '''Martial''': Thaumaturgy, Arcanima, Conjury; Thaumaturgy is her strongest Discipline, followed by Arcanima, then Conjury.
** L'yhta has a strong amateur's skill in one-handed swordplay, but rarely uses it in the field except to advance her research or if she has no other options.
* '''Crafting''': Engraving, magitek modification
** She has some experience in alchemy and goldsmithing, but is a rough beginner except where they're necessary for her research. She knows enough tailoring to patch her own clothes. Mostly, she relies on others to keep her non-magical equipment and clothes in good shape.
* '''Other''': Magic theory, literacy, area knowledge, vocal performance, dancing, being insufferably upbeat
** L'yhta's particular area of expertise in magic theory is what she calls "esotery" -- archaic and often "odd" practices of magic that don't neatly fit into the three Eorzean Disciplines. This includes melding the different Disciplines together to produce novel effects. She also has a passing familiarity with astrology, astromancy, and a variety of other practices of magic.

===Strengths===
* '''Magically adept''': L'yhta has a considerable natural talent for weaving Aether and practices all three Disciplines of Magic.
* '''Driven''': When she's set her mind to something, it's very difficult to dissuade her.
* '''Witty''': L'yhta can be pretty quick with a quip or a joke about a situation, even in the midst of a pitched battle.
* '''Active''': If nothing else, L'yhta is a constant dynamo of energy. She does have an "off switch," so to speak, but most of the time, she's always in motion.
* '''Sidethinker''': When she does actually deign to plan, she's good at coming up with unexpected alternative solutions to problems.
* '''High alcohol tolerance''': As a result of growing up with small beers and her training with the Wizards' Choir (some of which involved heavy drinking and the consumption of "recreational" herbs and potions), L'yhta has a shockingly high alcohol tolerance, especially for someone her size. It's said she's drunk even salty Roegadyn sailors under the table, though not without having to be carried out of the tavern afterwards.
* '''Optimistic''': Everything's going to be great, Eorzea's heading to a greater tomorrow, and there's no way we can make the same mistakes of the past -- or so L'yhta believes. Going hand in hand with her naivete, she's boundlessly optimistic and typically views the bright side of any situation.

===Weaknesses===
* '''Physically inept''': While she has improved her physical skills, L'yhta is still far more powerful magickally; she'll never win a sword duel, for instance.
* '''Naive''': L'yhta believes that people are essentially good, that evil is always obvious, and that Good will always triumph over Evil in the end. More subtle and devious forms of wickedness can slip right under her nose, and as a result she's not the best judge of character.
* '''Imperceptive''': It could be her overconfidence blinding her, a consequence of her stubbornness when her mind is on another task, or merely a natural trait, but L'yhta is notably poor at noticing things that are out of the ordinary unless she's explicitly looking for them. As a Seeker of the Sun, her night vision is also fairly poor (which is one reason she likes staves that glow, besides how "stylish" they are). Her lack of perception often even extends to picking up on social cues.
* '''Stubborn''': Going hand in hand with being driven, once she's chosen a course of action -- for good or ill -- she rarely changes her mind unless the situation changes such that she has no other option. If she, for instance, decides someone is evil, it's very difficult to convince her otherwise. Precious few people can get her to second-guess her decisions, particularly in the heat of the moment.
* '''Overconfident''': At present, nothing in the world can convince "Limsa Lominsa's most spectaculofabulous sorcerer" that she's not, in fact, "Utterly Excellent" and "Destined for Great Things." This overconfidence more often than not leads her to take unnecessary, completely foolish risks. One of the most common demonstrations of this is her casually dismissive attitude towards both danger and her enemies. Some suspect that this overconfidence is really just overcompensation for her...
* '''Self-image issues''': As a result of her upbringing, L'yhta feels that magic is the only thing she's actually any good at, and that she has very few other positive qualities. This is usually extremely well-hidden behind her veil of overconfidence, but it comes out from time to time in pointedly negative comments she makes about herself, perseveration on others' off-handed comments about her, and dramatic changes in behavior or clothing based on the observations of others. For instance, a simple "isn't that outfit a little tight for you?" from an acquaintance can get her to run away to change clothes into something dramatically different, even if she were just proudly showing the outfit off.
* '''Lack of planning''': L'yhta rarely plans her actions in advance, preferring instead a "Geronimo!" approach of leaping before she looks. The term "poor impulse control" fits her, and when she feels she has to plan (or is forced to do so), she tends to get fidgety and impatient.

==Other Notes==
[[Image:LyhtaMahreNobootsFinalJPeg-Eckzein.jpg|right|thumb|300px|L'yhta dancing, envisioned by '''Eckzein''']]
[[Image:Lyhta-aria.jpg|right|thumb|300px|L'yhta being smug, envisioned by '''A'ria''']]
[[Image:ChibiMaker-Lyhta.jpg|right|thumb|200px|Chibi L'yhta-chan?!?]]
===Naming===
L'yhta usually uses a slightly simplified version of her name, "Lyta," among non-miqo'te primarily because she dislikes them butchering its actual pronunciation and spelling. It's easier and less obnoxious, in her mind, to just use a name that matches how people would typically read her name anyway. As such, she often uses the alias on legal documents in the city-states to simplify transactions. Among other miqo'te, however, she uses and prefers her real name. In close company, she, like many Seekers of the Sun, is known to drop her tribe letter and call herself Yhta (EE-tah).

===Religion===
L'yhta venerates the Twelve, but doesn't worship them, nor does she recognize any of them as her patron deity. If anything, she views Hydaelyn itself as her patron based on recent events. She feels that the circumstances of her life are proof of two things: one, she's been chosen for a Great Destiny by the Mothercrystal, and two, Nymeia has chosen to bless her, perhaps for this reason. Perhaps surprisingly, L'yhta isn't egotistical or outspoken about either of these beliefs or religion in general. In fact, she's typically awkward in such discussions, approaching them extremely tentatively (especially with regards to the Echo, which she views as both a blessing and a curse that makes her "weird").

===Quirks===
L'yhta adores jellied and candied fruits, and is rarely without a pouch of them. She also tends to introduce herself using made-up adjectives, usually created by forcefully merging two words, to describe her "greatness;" for instance, she's been known to refer to herself as "stupendiferous," "brilliantastic," and "magnifijestic." She'll often apply this sort of puffery to her friends, particularly when introducing them or cheering on their successes.

===Equipment===
L'yhta has acquired through her travels a fairly significant collection of artifacts that can channel and focus Aether, ranging from Nymian books to Allagan rods, from Belah'dian swords to Amdapori staves. Most of her robes and other clothes are commissioned bespoke, then enchanted by her; she spends considerable gil on "looking stylish," as she puts it. She especially likes modern recreations of ancient designs, such as Nymian outfits. However, she does have a relatively small collection of acquired clothing, including some highly magicked smallclothes that she came across in an Ishgardian fortress that'd been overrun by Voidsent.

In addition to this equipment, L'yhta has a wide variety of stolen and modified magitek (including a Reaper she's painted a garish metallic yellow) that she uses along with specialized spells of her own design to either deflect attacks or imbue her weapons -- specifically, a magitek sword -- with magical force. The net effect is that she can become quite difficult to hurt, but her lack of expertise and physical ability leave her relatively inept at actually landing any blows. When she's "cheating" in this way, she can't channel Aether for more direct spells. Despite her best efforts (and probably for the good of Eorzea generally), she remains unable to call forth and precisely control enough Aether to do so, and the effects of the magitek on the local Aetheric flows would make attempts to do so rather unsafe, to put it mildly.

===Rumours===
The following rumours can be heard about L'yhta, predominantly in Limsa Lominsa. (Please feel free to add your character's thoughts here as well.)

====Common rumours====
* "Remember that wizard, Robert Wotshisname? The one with the white hair? Yeah, he was ''totally'' making his bed with that Seeker girl, ifyaknowwhatImean."
* "Nah, she was just leading him on to get his inheritance once he was returned to the sea."
* "I heard she's been working with the Maelstrom as some kind of 'consulting mage' after she stopped some huge fishback ritual."
* "I never seen someone who weren't a kid, drunk, or a whore hug people as much as she does. An' she's no child, so whaddya think that says about her?"

====Uncommon rumours====
* "Remember what I said about her killing her family? She went back to finish the job! Why else's she got black hair now?"
* "Oh, I heard that she actually killed that old man she was bedding! She hit him with a spell while he was fighting on the front lines."
* "I used ta say she had no magical power, b-but... listen, bub, I-I saw her ''vaporize'' a ship's mast at full sail! Snap, boom, it was just ''gone''!"
* "I saw her bring an injured hyur to Fallgourd Float... then hire an adventurer to shoot the poor woman if she tried to leave! What kind of horrible creature would do such a thing?"
* "Shh! Keep it down! I heard she pushed someone off th' side of the city when he talked bad about her an' Seekers, then set 'im on fire on th' way down!"

====Rare rumours====
* "L'yhta's family is looking for her, and they're worried sick that she's going to fall in with a bad crowd or get killed."
* "She travels between here, Gridania, and Ul'dah a lot -- I bet she's a secret assassin working for some rich noble."
* "That green-haired miqo'te she's been hanging around? They're lovers, I heard. Yeah -- and that older elezen she's around, too, and those two lalafell with the staves. Typical miqo'te, bedding anything with a heartbeat..."

====What PCs are saying====

* "L'yhta? She is a tad excitable, yes, but then she tends to find exciting things. It all balances out, really, and it makes for interesting stories to tell." --[[Sazhi'to Bajhiri]]
* "A female who shares my distaste for the tribes. Fancies herself a sorcerer, too. She'll definitely be a good resource if she's half as learned as she claims to be." -- [[Fio Arasgain]]
* "A very good friend. Always good for a hug! And for exploring dangerous ruins with reckless disregard for our own well-being." - [[Kellach Woods]]
* "Oh- L'yhta! The sorcerer, hm? Hells, I really meant to speak with her again- she inspired me to try and take up more of the magical arts than I thought ''plausible'' before. I am still ''quite'' interested to see how she managed to meld Arcanima and Thaumaturgey, and those experiments ''did'' sound intriguing. ... I wonder if she remembers me; how time gets away up here. . ." -- [[Xavarian Mystrife]]
* "L'yhta's adorable. She's got a neat way of talking and some of the stuff's over my head but I can tell she's got a good heart! Plus she's a lot like me in some ways. More than the Miqo'te thing, and she doesn't have the glowy hair, but still..." -- [[Karaki Crystalis]]
* "L'yhta is my closest friend, my sister, and my most trusted confidant. There are not words to describe what she means to me, but suffice it to say that I would give everything for her sake. Whether it be delving into dangerous ruins, facing down hordes of enemies, or unlocking the mysteries of this world, I know I can count on her, and she on me." - [[Llaine Tetheros]]
* "Oh! L'yhta is a great teacher and a best friend, and gives amazing hugs! Those three things together make an unmatched winning combo, and I know no one better than her to wield it!" - [[C'eleni Meztli]]

===Known Haunts===
You might have run into or otherwise know L'yhta from:

* Mornings at the Bismarck in Limsa Lominsa, where she's usually there just after dawn for tea and fruit.
* All three magical guilds, which she regularly frequents and almost always with a journal in hand.
* The shores of La Noscea (particularly near Mist), where she's known to go swimming on a somewhat regular basis.
* Raids on Garlean encampments and Castrums, both formal and informal.

==References==
[[Image:Lyhta_Mahre_Face_2.png|thumb|300px|right|''"Time to be Big Damn Heroes!"'']]
* [http://ffxiv-roleplayers.com/showthread.php?tid=2688&pid=36966#pid36966 100 Questions About L'yhta]
* [http://ffxiv-roleplayers.com/showthread.php?tid=1999&pid=39718#pid39718 Character references (for art)]
* [http://ffxiv-roleplayers.com/showthread.php?tid=3266&pid=40557#pid40557 RP connections wanted for L'yhta]
* [http://ffxiv-roleplayers.com/showthread.php?tid=3039 You might know L'yhta from...]
* [http://ffxiv-roleplayers.com/showthread.php?tid=3227 What L'yhta eats]
* [http://ffxiv-roleplayers.com/showthread.php?tid=3144 Where L'yhta sleeps]

===OOC Inspirations===
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L'yhta is inspired by [[Wikipedia:Eleventh Doctor|Matt Smith's Eleventh Doctor]] -- particularly her "devil may care" attitude and wild overconfidence -- as well as [[wikipedia:Lina Inverse|Lina Inverse]]. Apparently, she also shares a fair number of characteristics with [[Wikipedia:Leslie Knope|Leslie Knope]] (in her loyalty and need to control situations) and [[Wikipedia:Scott Pilgrim|Scott Pilgrim]] (particularly in how self-absorbed she can be). Her casual disregard for danger and general expectation that everything will inevitably turn out in her favor is disturbingly similar to that of [[Wikipedia:Sterling Archer|Sterling Archer]].
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L'yhta Mahre

2017-04-15T19:07:05Z

FreelanceWizard: /* Affiliations and Known Associates */ Updates (with more to come)

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| name = L'yhta Mahre
| image = Lyhta-tiergan.jpg
| imagewidth = 350
| caption = L'yhta, envisioned by '''Tiergan'''
| title = Stupendiferous Magnifijestic Mage
| gender = Female
| citizenship = Limsa Lominsa
| race = Miqo'te
| clan = Seekers of the Sun
| server = Balmung
| stat_1 = Age
| stat_1_value = 24
| stat_2 = Height
| stat_2_value = Tall (5 fulms, 5 ilms)
| stat_3 = Weight
| stat_3_value = Thin, somewhat muscular (120-130 ponz)
| stat_4 = Profession
| stat_4_value = "Lady Sorceress"
| stat_5 = Patron Deity
| stat_5_value = The Mothercrystal (so she claims)
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'''L'yhta Mahre''' (LEE-tah MAH-ray), formally known as '''Yhta of the Vipers, sired by L'mahre Nunh''' and commonly as '''Lyta''' (lie-TUH), is a miqo'te Seeker of the Sun who nominally lives in Limsa Lominsa. She was once the Voice of [http://www.themysterium.org Mysterium], but is now just one of its Masters. Her formal address in the Ivory Tower is Wizard Yhta Mahre, Master of Mysterium, Thaumaturge, Conjurer, Arcanist, Astromancer; by Aether illuminated, Beacon of Hope.

==Appearance==
L'yhta is a tall (approximately 5' 5") miqo'te female with dark skin and long dark purple hair that she keeps tied back out of her face. She has bright, almost iridescent heliotrope eyes with the usual slits of her clan. Her tail is quite long for a Seeker of the Sun and, like her ears, often expressive. Her build is thin and gangly; she's not particularly shapely, though she has lately put on a bit of wiry muscle. Her face has the markings inherent to some of the Seekers of the Sun -- three on each side in an tiger stripe pattern. L'yhta's voice is an untrained [[Wikipedia:Mezzo-soprano#Dramatic|dramatic mezzo-soprano]], fairly low for someone her size. She doesn't exhibit much of an accent, if any, when she speaks, except perhaps when she's particularly inebriated.

As of late, L'yhta's begun dying her hair and tail regularly, as well as changing her hair style seemingly at a whim. This began after she took a "sabbatical" to Greencliff around the time of the Starlight Celebration in the 5th year of the Seventh Umbral Era; exactly why that prompted her to take such a whimsical, impulsive approach to her hair has yet to be disclosed.

==History==
[[Image:L'yhta Mahre by Emadra.JPG|300px|left|thumb|L'yhta, envisioned by '''Emadra''']]
In western La Noscea resides the small fishing village of Greencliff, named for its high cliffs and its relatively dense, yet small, nearby forest. The village was originally home to a small population of Sea Wolves, but they found themselves outnumbered by an influx of Seekers of the Sun approximately 95 years ago when L'sharhl Nunh established the area as hunting grounds for the Viper tribe and assumed the title of nunh there. As the miqo'te made their homes in the area and largely shifted to an agricultural and aquacultural lifestyle, the Roegadyn population slowly decreased, eventually leaving the village almost entirely to the newcomers. It was into this settled branch of the Vipers that L'yhta was born, the fifth child of L'arhi Xahlo and L'mahre Nunh.

L'yhta's early life was unremarkable; she had no especially outstanding characteristics other than a quick wit and a keen mind -- neither of which were particularly impressive, much less useful, in a village used to eking out a living through fishing and the occasional felling of lumber to fuel [[Limsa Lominsa]]'s demand for ships. As far as the other miqo'te of Greencliff were concerned, what was remarkable about L'yhta was exactly how unremarkable she was. The tall girl proved to be passable with an axe, vaguely competent with the spear, moderately capable of catching fish, and not especially attractive, either. This surprised those who expected great things of the children of L'mahre Nunh and L'arhi Xahlo. L'mahre was considered by most to be one of the branch's greater nunh; his physical strength and virility were highly praised. L'arhi, for her part, had borne seven children, an impressive number by any standards. The only son she bore him, L'rhilo Tia, was held as a pure example of miqo'te excellence. With gleaming golden hair, dashing features, lightning reflexes, and sparkling silver and gold heterochromic eyes, he was already beginning to turn the heads of the women of the tribe and sparking rumours that he'd prove to be the next nunh. L'yhta's sisters were equally fine specimens: tall, beautiful, and possessed of a nearly regal grace. By contrast, the lanky, average L'yhta was quite a disappointment. Nevertheless, L'arhi remained supportive, hoping that her fifth child would find ''something'' at which she'd be more than just minimally competent, even if that were simply bearing children to the nunh. For her part, the often isolated L'yhta spent a great deal of time staring out into the stars and across the sea and wondering if her destiny were always to be so painfully mundane.

Then, the Calamity changed everything. Bahamut's fire scourged the land, and amidst the chaos, L'mahre Nunh was struck by a shower of superheated shards of rock. While he survived, he lost a leg and an arm in the attack. Unwilling to see someone else lay his father low, L'rhilo Tia challenged him for the position of nunh. The fight was short; it took mere moments for the son to defeat the father. The tribe looked on as L'rhilo, hovering over the fallen nunh, exchanged brief whispered words with him -- then tore out his throat. To this day, no one knows exactly what L'mahre said to L'rhilo; some suggest the father asked his son to end his suffering, while others whisper that the once nunh begged for mercy and L'rhilo killed him anyway. Regardless of the truth, L'rhilo Tia became L'rhilo Nunh that day, and he celebrated the victory that night with some of the most beautiful women of the tribe.

It wasn't long after he ascended to the position of nunh that L'rhilo came to L'yhta to ask her to his bed. While it wasn't unexpected that he'd attempt to carry on the impressive lineage of his mother and father, what surprised everyone (especially L'yhta) was when he passed over her elder sisters in favor of a lanky 16 year old. L'yhta doesn't discuss what exactly he said to her, other than that he made it abundantly clear that he expected her to do her duty to the tribe and bear his children. What the whole tribe knows is what happened next: when the sun rose the next day, L'yhta was gone.

To this day, L'yhta isn't entirely sure what prompted her to flee her fate. She would like to believe it was her wanderlust and curiosity pulling her away from a fettered life, but it was more likely due to the arrogant, lascivious, and forceful insistence of someone she'd previously trusted and saw as a friend. Rather than acquiesce, L'yhta collected some food, a spare set of clothes, and some small carved shells and pearls given to her by her mother, then headed south towards the only landmark she knew: a large lighthouse. It was there that she was able to trade the pearls for gil, then use the gil to travel to Limsa Lominsa to start a new life.

L'yhta was naturally overwhelmed by Limsa Lominsa when she first arrived. What struck her most of all was the way the miqo'te there acted. They were overly cheerful, extremely outgoing, and entirely willing to use their bodies to their advantage (and sometimes profit). Unwilling to take up any of the "trades" that were not so gently suggested to her by the city's more salty inhabitants, L'yhta instead wandered the city, using the last of her gil to secure lodging while she tried to figure out her next step. It was during one of these walks that she quite literally ran into Robert Fletcher, an antiquated hyur with piercing green eyes and an explosion of white hair bursting from his head. Little did she know that this man was a powerful Thaumaturge and also the Voice of the Wizards' Choir; she also wasn't aware that he'd been watching her, intrigued by a Seeker of the Sun without a purpose but a gift for the arcane. Robert took her in and introduced her to the three disciplines of magic, and was pleased to see her quickly learn to command her own Aether as well as to call upon that of the land. For her part, L'yhta was both shocked and ecstatic that she'd finally found something that she wouldn't make a fool of herself at -- something where her skill would live up to the name of her father. As part of her training, Robert introduced her to the rituals of the Choir and inducted her as his apprentice.

For the next four years, L'yhta lived with Robert, who she viewed as a quirky grandfather, and trained under him and the five other superannuated Chairs of the Choir. She came to love her strange new family of aging spellcasters, and they, while they could be annoyed by her youthful enthusiasm, cared for her as an adpoted child. Sadly, this life wouldn't last for long. In year 5 of the seventh umbral era, the Choir was requested by the Foreign Levy to help defend the city against a Sahagin assault. Ultimately, the Maelstrom won the battle, but at a terrible cost -- all of the Choir's members were struck down save L'yhta, who Robert insisted stay behind the lines. When she rushed to her mentor's side, his last words stuck in her memory: ''"Sing with a new Choir, young Voice."''

Since she's continued her training within the various magical guilds of Eorzea, L'yhta has discovered that she possesses the Echo. She theorizes this might be why she has such a faculty for channeling Aether, though more importantly, she's ''quite sure'' this means that she has a great destiny she needs to fulfill.

==Personality==
[[Image:Lyhta-levecard.jpg|200px|left|A guildleve card for L'yhta, by '''Nahue''']]
L'yhta is typical of many Seekers of the Sun in that she can be impulsive and tends to speak her mind; like her brethren, she shows her emotions readily, which often makes her seem more flighty and impulsive than she actually is. She's somewhat naïve, tending to believe that people are usually good, that evil is always apparent and obvious, and that everyone wants to hear and see truth spoken to power. It helps that she has a sharp wit and a constant enthusiasm, though this latter trait sometimes grates on others' nerves. At times, she can be self-centered, petulant, and altogether childish, especially when her naivete about the world is challenged, when something stands between her and her goals, when she makes what she perceives to be a mistake, or when she feels like she's lost control of a situation. When her friends are threatened -- or when she ''perceives'' that they're being threatened or have been wronged by the forces of "Evil and Awful" -- she can be stubbornly dismissive and brutally violent and tends not to react well if asked to stay her hand, turning her ire on those same friends instead. In general, L'yhta is quite open about her feelings; if she likes you, you'll know it, and if she doesn't like you or is angry with you, she'll make ''sure'' you know that. Subtlety and deception aren't typically part of her repertoire.

L'yhta is also known to put on a bit of a haughty air when discussions of race come up. To L'yhta, miqo'te who fall into the "cute, sexy cat" stereotype -- "domesticated kittens," as she calls them -- are denigrating their whole race and contributing to the hypersexualization of miqo'te women. She also holds the other races with a degree of contempt for supporting this behavior by employing miqo'te as dancers and prostitutes. However, L'yhta also holds no love for tribal miqo'te, who she feels are limiting themselves and their race in addition to participating in what she now considers a barbaric system of mating. Her time in Limsa Lominsa has given her a strong desire for freedom and a respect for the dual virtues of self-sufficiency and teamwork, and the incompatibility of these with tribal miqo'te culture is part of why she holds it in such contempt.

Generally, L'yhta is fairly reserved in large social gatherings where she doesn't know most of the people there. She tends to keep to herself, away from the crowd. If approached, she's her usual gregarious, talkative self, but she doesn't seek out interactions (unless she happens to notice something that captures her eye, such as a Nymian relic or new spell). In bars in and around Limsa Lominsa, this tends to cause a fair number of rumours about "t'at mage drownin' 'er sorrows at th' end of th' bar." As she doesn't particularly enjoy "people-watching," she typically shies away from particularly raucous taverns unless brought there by someone she knows or they're one of her usual haunts (such as the Missing Member).

Like a young college student, L'yhta believes she's figured the world out thanks to her newfound knowledge and experience, and this has driven her to arrogantly make rash, ill-advised decisions. In general, though, L'yhta's motivated to help others and make the world a better place, even if lately she's taken on a rather significant anti-authoritarian streak. In D&D terms, her alignment is '''Chaotic Good'''. In Palladium terms, she's closest to '''Unprincipled''' these days (though she has some disturbingly '''Aberrant''' behaviors).

==Affiliations and Known Associates==
L'yhta is a citizen of Limsa Lominsa and a member of the Foreign Levy of the Maelstrom; technically speaking, she holds the rank of Second Storm Lieutenant, though both she and the Maelstrom largely consider that honorary, and she certainly wouldn't use it except, perhaps, to pull rank on an intransigent supply officer or hapless private in a moment of great need. Additionally, as part of the cooperative exchange program established by the three Grand Companies, she often acts as a consultant on matters of magic for the Immortal Flames and the Twin Adder. Finally, L'yhta is the Councilor of Wind of [http://www.themysterium.org Mysterium], an order of mages based out of Limsa Lominsa.

===Present associates===
In particular, L'yhta is known to have significant connections with (in no particular order, save that NPCs are last):

* [[Clalaris Sil Laris]] -- A lalafellin conjurer and, it's rumoured, white mage of Gridania who was once one of her closest friends. The two have drifted apart recently, though L'yhta is largely loathe to discuss why.
* [[Eamont Desormaux]] -- This elezen conjurer is essentially L'yhta's surrogate father, though some believe their relationship is rather more than platonic.
* [[Seth Honeybrew]] -- Seth is, quite shockingly, the only person from whom L'yhta will accept casual racism towards miqo'te. Exactly why she's willing to laugh off from Seth what from others would usually get a verbal barrage isn't clear, but it is clear she considers him a good friend.
* [[Sazhi'to Bajhiri]] -- L'yhta feels a particular kinship to Sazhi'to (who she often just calls "Sazhi"), as both of them are, in her mind, refugees from tribal malfeasance. As for his sister, Mholi... L'yhta would be fine pushing her off a cliff.
* [[Rosamund Cartwright]] -- A rich daughter of Limsa Lominsa, Roz is one of L'yhta best friends.
* [[Paran Hywel]] -- Paran and L'yhta have largely patched up their past issues, and have gone back to being friends. Lately, L'yhta has been offering him relationship advice and, perhaps, coming to some rather key realizations about herself in the process.
* [[Camille Everardi]] -- L'yhta enjoys Camille's company and her keen intellect and ability to plan. She feels Camille is wise beyond her years.
* [[K'hane Tariq]] -- Since she was released from the influence of a powerful voidsent, K'hane's returned to "normal," though L'yhta wishes she'd show more of her confidence. "There's got to be a middle ground, right?"
* [[Kellach Woods]] -- L'yhta met Kellach at a beach party when he was still an employee of XI:7. She likes both his enthusiasm and humbleness, not to mention the joy he brings Eamont.
* [[Karaki Crystalis]] -- After a rocky start, L'yhta's found that she and this miqo'te from the East have a lot in common. She considers him a friend and hopes to be able to "correct" his less personable qualities.
* [[Cliodhna Eoghan]] -- Cliodhna and L'yhta have crossed paths a few times, and they've a friendship forged on a mutual love of fun and helping others. Their friendship has deepened as they've spent more time together and seen more of each other's darker secrets.
* [[Sasari Sari]] -- L'yhta gets along well with Sasari, or so she believes, and is quite interested in figuring out how to help her in better controlling her magicks.
* [[Sasani Sani]] -- Perhaps surprisingly, L'yhta can in fact tell Sasari and Sasani apart. She thinks Sasani is particularly sweet.
* [[Kerin Misteyes]] -- While still on somewhat formal terms with this conjurer of the Fane, L'yhta considers Kerin a good friend... usually. Their relationship is often strained by a vacillating level of trust, driven by Kerin's fear of L'yhta's potential and L'yhta's concern over Kerin's beliefs.
* [[Kurenai Nagi]] -- L'yhta's has a long past with Kurenai that's ranged from distant friend, to adopted sister, to lost obsession, to, now, girlfriend. The au ra is perhaps her closest confidant and partner, and one L'yhta often feels unworthy to have.
* [[Anzu Sakata]] -- Sakata no Anzu and L'yhta grew to become friends through a series of long and somewhat awkward conversations. L'yhta sees her as another surrogate sister, albeit one who needs her advice more than who can give it.
* [[Myradin Aurelia]] -- Even though she knows her birth name is Mitsune, L'yhta continues to refer to her as Myradin, and considers this auri priestess to be one of her closest confidants -- when she's around, at any rate.
* [[Elrick Ashwynn]] -- L'yhta helped settle an argument for this adventurer, and the two have since entered into a relationship. His wisdom, care, and surprising depths have drawn her closer to him.
* [[C'eleni Meztli]] -- Eleni has quickly grown to be one of L'yhta's closest friends, by way of her persistent smile and infectious optimism. In her, L'yhta sees a kindred spirit.
* [[X'myra Bhen]] -- One of the cats in Marcy and the Cats and owner of the Cat's Meow in Ul'dah, L'yhta has grown particularly close to Myra by way of their shared experiences and beliefs. While some of the bard's sharp edges can vex her from time to time, L'yhta considers them close friends.
* [[Terilia Moui]] -- Teri's sheltered life has led L'yhta to take her under her wing as an adopted younger sister.
* [[Anafenza Tetheros]] -- The adopted xaela sister of Llaine, L'yhta often enjoys Ana's company and uniquely blunt perspective on the world.
* [[Savo Kesslivang]] -- Kurenai's other love. After seeing the two of them interact, and as her own relationship with Kurenai has progressed, L'yhta has gone from darkly jealous to accepting of their connection. She does wish Savo would bathe once in a while, though.
* Cieranaux Aramont -- Robert Fletcher's apprentice prior to L'yhta, Cieranaux has nothing but disrespect for her and typically lobs idle insults and cliché attacks in her direction -- a way to show his distaste for her while reminding her that she's, to him, nothing more than a trifle that doesn't warrant a more serious effort. After nearly murdering him and being pulled back from the brink by two of her friends, she's decided to just dismiss him as not worth her trouble.
* Volkido Tekido -- Robert Fletcher's personal assistant, this lalafell is the majordomo of the Ivory Tower and also acts as L'yhta's personal assistant. As much as he complains about being put upon by these "wizards with their heads in the clouds," and the "foolish girl" that he's "stuck with," Volkido cares deeply for her and the other wizards.
* L'ehli Tia -- When L'yhta last went to Greencliff, this tia -- one of her nephews by her eldest sister -- followed her back. Volkido has set him up with an apartment using L'yhta's funds so he can remain in the city; he's currently training at the Coral Tower to join the Yellowjackets.

===Past associates===
L'yhta has drifted away from these individuals (in no particular order, save NPCs come last):

* [[Nathalanee Reinhart]] -- Nathalanee was once L'yhta's girlfriend, but the two appear to have broken up after Nathalanee went on an extended mission for the Twin Adders. L'yhta still speaks very fondly of the miqo'te, though, and stridently defends her against those who may speak ill of her.
* [[Racilian Lyenum]] -- "Raci," who was once a member of the Ivory Tower, is one of her friends and can always bring a smile to her face.
* [[Gus Pumpkinweed]] -- Gus was once one of L'yhta's apprentices, and the two of them got along quite well (perhaps due to the fact that they both have a strong drive towards excellence). She's ecstatic to hear that he's now opened a business of his own.
* [[Kevaraan Annorek]] -- This troubled miqo'te lancer was one of L'yhta's close friends before the Seventh Astral Era. She presumes him dead at this point, though she hopes he's just found a place where he can work through his issues.
* [[R'kyala Mahji]] -- Since the two of them met through Camille, they've gotten along smashingly, perhaps because they both act like chocobos hopped up on X-Ethers.
* [[Deitrych Brownlowe]] -- This bounty hunter is viewed by most in the Tower as somewhere between weird and extremely creepy, but L'yhta finds him to be largely misunderstood and quirkily charming. The two have interacted much less after certain revelations regarding his interactions with Clalaris.
* [[Fio Arasgain]] -- This chef at the Bismarck and skilled warrior is someone L'yhta respects, as he's a fellow refugee from the tribal life. She feels they have a lot in common and could become closer friends.
* [[Aidan Hayward]] -- L'yhta met Aidan through a random leve and, despite a rocky start, the two of them had a rather torrid relationship. The two have broken up under what appears to be rather unpleasant circumstances.
* [[Llaine Tetheros]] -- Llaine and L'yhta built a relationship and ultimately a marriage by way of a long-term friendship, but for reasons L'yhta refuses to disclose other than "a big fight," the two have parted ways, with Llaine having had Eamont release her from her oath to the Tower. L'yhta still claims to love Llaine, but her discussion of the relationship and its end seems to be tinged with a great deal of bitterness.
* [[Braxis Wynterwulf]] -- L'yhta isn't quite sure what to make of Ser Braxis, other than that he seems honorable and that he and Llaine often seem a lot closer than she and Llaine do (or did). Jealousy and passive aggression have given way to a deep-seated guilt over how she's treated him in the past.
* [[Zagi'zi Kumai]] -- Despite claims that he's lost his arrogance and found a new appreciation for others, L'yhta still despises this "insufferable arse," and can't conceive of why people she knows enjoy spending time with him. She believes they have more in common than either of them would ever admit, and that perceived kinship is why she doesn't actively work against him.
* Solaxia -- L'yhta's agreed to, along with Clalaris, train this excitable sylph in the ways of magic. While Solaxia would much rather learn Thaumaturgy from Stompy One (as she calls L'yhta), L'yhta's pushed the sylph to learn Conjury from Moogle One (aka Clalaris) first.
* Lydia Burroughs -- This alleged defector from the Garleans was complicit in a dire crime committed against one of L'yhta's best friends. L'yhta told Nathalanee she wanted her to decide how to handle the captive, and so Lydia was turned over to the Twin Adder for debriefing despite L'yhta's misgivings. While she hopes the hyur can make good on the second chance she's been given, L'yhta is keeping a close eye on her and won't hesitate to try to put an end to this experiment if it goes even the least bit awry.

==Characteristics==
[[Image:L'yhtaMahreFlat.jpg|right|thumb|300px|L'yhta, envisioned by [http://mitchfoust.deviantart.com Mitch Foust]]]
* '''Nicknames''': Lyta (to most non-miqo'te), Yhta (to very close friends only)
* '''Age''': 24
** '''Nameday''': 12th sun of the 3rd Astral Moon, 1555 of 6th Astral Era
* '''Gender''': Female
** '''Sexuality''': Bisexual, though largely preferring men
** '''Marital Status''': In a relationship
* '''Alignment''': Chaotic Good/Unprincipled
* '''Height''': 5 fulms, 5 ilms
* '''Weight''': Generally around 120 to 130 ponz
* '''Body''': Thin, lanky, but with a wiry musculature
* '''Hair''': Varies, but naturally, long, straight, and violet
* '''Eyes''': Iridescent heliotrope
* '''Skin''': Mocha, with chocolate facial markings
* '''Clothing''': In public, she tends to robes, pants or leggings, high boots, and ring guards or fingerless gloves. As of late, she's also been wearing fairly "daring" outfits involving short skirts and light, sleeveless tops. Her choice of clothing in public is as fluid as her mood, though unless she has no alternative, she never wears armor heavier than a breastplate or chain-backed robes and heavy leather boots. In private, she usually wears leggings and a bandeau top, light and minimal smallclothes, or nothing at all.

===Likes===
* Music and dancing
* Battle and violence (though she'd only confess to "battles to protect people")
* Jellied fruits -- or any fruit, really
* Conversation, especially about magic, philosophy, and religion
* Proving how great she is
* Being surprised by someone's knowledge and talents
* Being teased (though she'd ''never'' admit that)
* Confident people who don't take themselves or life too seriously

===Dislikes===
* Probing questions about her tribal past or ''especially'' about her sexuality
* Being corrected, even when she's clearly screwed up
* Miqo'te females who fit the "cute" or "sexy" stereotype, as well as those who support tribal culture
* People who deny her "clearly obvious brilliance"
* The nobility and anyone else who seek to impose their will on others
* Arrogant people, especially those who claim noble blood or divine right
* "Fanatic cultists:" Ishgardians, Garleans, and sometimes Gridanians (depending on how much they use "the will of the Elementals" to justify their actions)

[[Image:Lyhta mahre sanguinefenrir.png|right|thumb|300px|L'yhta envisioned by '''sanguineFenrir''']]
===Areas of Expertise===
* '''Martial''': Thaumaturgy, Arcanima, Conjury; Thaumaturgy is her strongest Discipline, followed by Arcanima, then Conjury.
** L'yhta has a strong amateur's skill in one-handed swordplay, but rarely uses it in the field except to advance her research or if she has no other options.
* '''Crafting''': Engraving, magitek modification
** She has some experience in alchemy and goldsmithing, but is a rough beginner except where they're necessary for her research. She knows enough tailoring to patch her own clothes. Mostly, she relies on others to keep her non-magical equipment and clothes in good shape.
* '''Other''': Magic theory, literacy, area knowledge, vocal performance, dancing, being insufferably upbeat
** L'yhta's particular area of expertise in magic theory is what she calls "esotery" -- archaic and often "odd" practices of magic that don't neatly fit into the three Eorzean Disciplines. This includes melding the different Disciplines together to produce novel effects. She also has a passing familiarity with astrology, astromancy, and a variety of other practices of magic.

===Strengths===
* '''Magically adept''': L'yhta has a considerable natural talent for weaving Aether and practices all three Disciplines of Magic (though she's not ''nearly'' as great as she thinks she is).
* '''Driven''': When she's set her mind to something, it's very difficult to dissuade her.
* '''Witty''': L'yhta can be pretty quick with a quip or a joke about a situation, even in the midst of a pitched battle.
* '''Active''': If nothing else, L'yhta is a constant dynamo of energy. She does have an "off switch," so to speak, but most of the time, she's always in motion.
* '''Sidethinker''': When she does actually deign to plan, she's good at coming up with unexpected alternative solutions to problems.
* '''High alcohol tolerance''': As a result of growing up with small beers and her training with the Wizards' Choir (some of which involved heavy drinking and the consumption of "recreational" herbs and potions), L'yhta has a shockingly high alcohol tolerance, especially for someone her size. It's said she's drunk even salty Roegadyn sailors under the table, though not without having to be carried out of the tavern afterwards.
* '''Optimistic''': Everything's going to be great, Eorzea's heading to a greater tomorrow, and there's no way we can make the same mistakes of the past -- or so L'yhta believes. Going hand in hand with her naivete, she's boundlessly optimistic and typically views the bright side of any situation.

===Weaknesses===
* '''Physically inept''': While she has improved her physical skills, L'yhta is still far more powerful magickally; she'll never win a sword duel, for instance.
* '''Naive''': L'yhta believes that people are essentially good, that evil is always obvious, and that Good will always triumph over Evil in the end. More subtle and devious forms of wickedness can slip right under her nose, and as a result she's not the best judge of character.
* '''Imperceptive''': It could be her overconfidence blinding her, a consequence of her stubbornness when her mind is on another task, or merely a natural trait, but L'yhta is notably poor at noticing things that are out of the ordinary unless she's explicitly looking for them. As a Seeker of the Sun, her night vision is also fairly poor (which is one reason she likes staves that glow, besides how "stylish" they are). Her lack of perception often even extends to picking up on social cues.
* '''Stubborn''': Going hand in hand with being driven, once she's chosen a course of action -- for good or ill -- she rarely changes her mind unless the situation changes such that she has no other option. If she, for instance, decides someone is evil, it's very difficult to convince her otherwise. Precious few people can get her to second-guess her decisions, particularly in the heat of the moment.
* '''Overconfident''': At present, nothing in the world can convince "Limsa Lominsa's most spectaculofabulous sorcerer" that she's not, in fact, "Utterly Excellent" and "Destined for Great Things." This overconfidence more often than not leads her to take unnecessary, completely foolish risks. One of the most common demonstrations of this is her casually dismissive attitude towards both danger and her enemies. Some suspect that this overconfidence is really just overcompensation for her...
* '''Self-image issues''': As a result of her upbringing, L'yhta feels that magic is the only thing she's actually any good at, and that she has very few other positive qualities. This is usually extremely well-hidden behind her veil of overconfidence, but it comes out from time to time in pointedly negative comments she makes about herself, perseveration on others' off-handed comments about her, and dramatic changes in behavior or clothing based on the observations of others. For instance, a simple "isn't that outfit a little tight for you?" from an acquaintance can get her to run away to change clothes into something dramatically different, even if she were just proudly showing the outfit off.
* '''Lack of planning''': L'yhta rarely plans her actions in advance, preferring instead a "Geronimo!" approach of leaping before she looks. The term "poor impulse control" fits her, and when she feels she has to plan (or is forced to do so), she tends to get fidgety and impatient.

==Other Notes==
[[Image:LyhtaMahreNobootsFinalJPeg-Eckzein.jpg|right|thumb|300px|L'yhta dancing, envisioned by '''Eckzein''']]
[[Image:Lyhta-aria.jpg|right|thumb|300px|L'yhta being smug, envisioned by '''A'ria''']]
[[Image:ChibiMaker-Lyhta.jpg|right|thumb|200px|Chibi L'yhta-chan?!?]]
===Naming===
L'yhta usually uses a slightly simplified version of her name, "Lyta," among non-miqo'te primarily because she dislikes them butchering its actual pronunciation and spelling. It's easier and less obnoxious, in her mind, to just use a name that matches how people would typically read her name anyway. As such, she often uses the alias on legal documents in the city-states to simplify transactions. Among other miqo'te, however, she uses and prefers her real name. In close company, she, like many Seekers of the Sun, is known to drop her tribe letter and call herself Yhta (EE-tah).

===Religion===
L'yhta venerates the Twelve, but doesn't worship them, nor does she recognize any of them as her patron deity. If anything, she views Hydaelyn itself as her patron based on recent events. She feels that the circumstances of her life are proof of two things: one, she's been chosen for a Great Destiny by the Mothercrystal, and two, Nymeia has chosen to bless her, perhaps for this reason. Perhaps surprisingly, L'yhta isn't egotistical or outspoken about either of these beliefs or religion in general. In fact, she's typically awkward in such discussions, approaching them extremely tentatively (especially with regards to the Echo, which she views as both a blessing and a curse that makes her "weird").

===Quirks===
L'yhta adores jellied and candied fruits, and is rarely without a pouch of them. She also tends to introduce herself using made-up adjectives, usually created by forcefully merging two words, to describe her "greatness;" for instance, she's been known to refer to herself as "stupendiferous," "brilliantastic," and "magnifijestic." She'll often apply this sort of puffery to her friends, particularly when introducing them or cheering on their successes.

===Equipment===
L'yhta has acquired through her travels a fairly significant collection of artifacts that can channel and focus Aether, ranging from Nymian books to Allagan rods, from Belah'dian swords to Amdapori staves. Most of her robes and other clothes are commissioned bespoke, then enchanted by her; she spends considerable gil on "looking stylish," as she puts it. She especially likes modern recreations of ancient designs, such as Nymian outfits. However, she does have a relatively small collection of acquired clothing, including some highly magicked smallclothes that she came across in an Ishgardian fortress that'd been overrun by Voidsent.

In addition to this equipment, L'yhta has a wide variety of stolen and modified magitek (including a Reaper she's painted a garish metallic yellow) that she uses along with specialized spells of her own design to either deflect attacks or imbue her weapons -- specifically, a magitek sword -- with magical force. The net effect is that she can become quite difficult to hurt, but her lack of expertise and physical ability leave her relatively inept at actually landing any blows. When she's "cheating" in this way, she can't channel Aether for more direct spells. Despite her best efforts (and probably for the good of Eorzea generally), she remains unable to call forth and precisely control enough Aether to do so, and the effects of the magitek on the local Aetheric flows would make attempts to do so rather unsafe, to put it mildly.

===Rumours===
The following rumours can be heard about L'yhta, predominantly in Limsa Lominsa. (Please feel free to add your character's thoughts here as well.)

====Common rumours====
* "Remember that wizard, Robert Wotshisname? The one with the white hair? Yeah, he was ''totally'' making his bed with that Seeker girl, ifyaknowwhatImean."
* "Nah, she was just leading him on to get his inheritance once he was returned to the sea."
* "I heard she's been working with the Maelstrom as some kind of 'consulting mage' after she stopped some huge fishback ritual."
* "I never seen someone who weren't a kid, drunk, or a whore hug people as much as she does. An' she's no child, so whaddya think that says about her?"

====Uncommon rumours====
* "Remember what I said about her killing her family? She went back to finish the job! Why else's she got black hair now?"
* "Oh, I heard that she actually killed that old man she was bedding! She hit him with a spell while he was fighting on the front lines."
* "I used ta say she had no magical power, b-but... listen, bub, I-I saw her ''vaporize'' a ship's mast at full sail! Snap, boom, it was just ''gone''!"
* "I saw her bring an injured hyur to Fallgourd Float... then hire an adventurer to shoot the poor woman if she tried to leave! What kind of horrible creature would do such a thing?"
* "Shh! Keep it down! I heard she pushed someone off th' side of the city when he talked bad about her an' Seekers, then set 'im on fire on th' way down!"

====Rare rumours====
* "L'yhta's family is looking for her, and they're worried sick that she's going to fall in with a bad crowd or get killed."
* "She travels between here, Gridania, and Ul'dah a lot -- I bet she's a secret assassin working for some rich noble."
* "That green-haired miqo'te she's been hanging around? They're lovers, I heard. Yeah -- and that older elezen she's around, too, and those two lalafell with the staves. Typical miqo'te, bedding anything with a heartbeat..."

====What PCs are saying====

* "L'yhta? She is a tad excitable, yes, but then she tends to find exciting things. It all balances out, really, and it makes for interesting stories to tell." --[[Sazhi'to Bajhiri]]
* "A female who shares my distaste for the tribes. Fancies herself a sorcerer, too. She'll definitely be a good resource if she's half as learned as she claims to be." -- [[Fio Arasgain]]
* "A very good friend. Always good for a hug! And for exploring dangerous ruins with reckless disregard for our own well-being." - [[Kellach Woods]]
* "Oh- L'yhta! The sorcerer, hm? Hells, I really meant to speak with her again- she inspired me to try and take up more of the magical arts than I thought ''plausible'' before. I am still ''quite'' interested to see how she managed to meld Arcanima and Thaumaturgey, and those experiments ''did'' sound intriguing. ... I wonder if she remembers me; how time gets away up here. . ." -- [[Xavarian Mystrife]]
* "L'yhta's adorable. She's got a neat way of talking and some of the stuff's over my head but I can tell she's got a good heart! Plus she's a lot like me in some ways. More than the Miqo'te thing, and she doesn't have the glowy hair, but still..." -- [[Karaki Crystalis]]
* "L'yhta is my closest friend, my sister, and my most trusted confidant. There are not words to describe what she means to me, but suffice it to say that I would give everything for her sake. Whether it be delving into dangerous ruins, facing down hordes of enemies, or unlocking the mysteries of this world, I know I can count on her, and she on me." - [[Llaine Tetheros]]
* "Oh! L'yhta is a great teacher and a best friend, and gives amazing hugs! Those three things together make an unmatched winning combo, and I know no one better than her to wield it!" - [[C'eleni Meztli]]

===Known Haunts===
You might have run into or otherwise know L'yhta from:

* Mornings at the Bismarck in Limsa Lominsa, where she's usually there just after dawn for tea and fruit.
* All three magical guilds, which she regularly frequents and almost always with a journal in hand.
* The shores of La Noscea (particularly near Mist), where she's known to go swimming on a somewhat regular basis.
* Raids on Garlean encampments and Castrums, both formal and informal.

==References==
[[Image:Lyhta_Mahre_Face_2.png|thumb|300px|right|''"Time to be Big Damn Heroes!"'']]
* [http://ffxiv-roleplayers.com/showthread.php?tid=2688&pid=36966#pid36966 100 Questions About L'yhta]
* [http://ffxiv-roleplayers.com/showthread.php?tid=1999&pid=39718#pid39718 Character references (for art)]
* [http://ffxiv-roleplayers.com/showthread.php?tid=3266&pid=40557#pid40557 RP connections wanted for L'yhta]
* [http://ffxiv-roleplayers.com/showthread.php?tid=3039 You might know L'yhta from...]
* [http://ffxiv-roleplayers.com/showthread.php?tid=3227 What L'yhta eats]
* [http://ffxiv-roleplayers.com/showthread.php?tid=3144 Where L'yhta sleeps]

===OOC Inspirations===
<section begin=featured-blurb />
L'yhta is inspired by [[Wikipedia:Eleventh Doctor|Matt Smith's Eleventh Doctor]] -- particularly her "devil may care" attitude and wild overconfidence -- as well as [[wikipedia:Lina Inverse|Lina Inverse]]. Apparently, she also shares a fair number of characteristics with [[Wikipedia:Leslie Knope|Leslie Knope]] (in her loyalty and need to control situations) and [[Wikipedia:Scott Pilgrim|Scott Pilgrim]] (particularly in how self-absorbed she can be). Her casual disregard for danger and general expectation that everything will inevitably turn out in her favor is disturbingly similar to that of [[Wikipedia:Sterling Archer|Sterling Archer]].
<section end=featured-blurb />

L'yhta Mahre

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| name = L'yhta Mahre
| image = Lyhta-tiergan.jpg
| imagewidth = 350
| caption = L'yhta, envisioned by '''Tiergan'''
| title = Stupendiferous Magnifijestic Mage
| gender = Female
| citizenship = Limsa Lominsa
| race = Miqo'te
| clan = Seekers of the Sun
| server = Balmung
| stat_1 = Age
| stat_1_value = 24
| stat_2 = Height
| stat_2_value = Tall (5 fulms, 5 ilms)
| stat_3 = Weight
| stat_3_value = Thin, somewhat muscular (120-130 ponz)
| stat_4 = Profession
| stat_4_value = "Lady Sorceress"
| stat_5 = Patron Deity
| stat_5_value = The Mothercrystal (so she claims)
}}
'''L'yhta Mahre''' (LEE-tah MAH-ray), formally known as '''Yhta of the Vipers, sired by L'mahre Nunh''' and commonly as '''Lyta''' (lie-TUH), is a miqo'te Seeker of the Sun who nominally lives in Limsa Lominsa. She was once the Voice of [http://www.themysterium.org Mysterium], but is now just one of its Masters. Her formal address in the Ivory Tower is Wizard Yhta Mahre, Master of Mysterium, Thaumaturge, Conjurer, Arcanist, Astromancer; by Aether illuminated, Beacon of Hope.

==Appearance==
L'yhta is a tall (approximately 5' 5") miqo'te female with dark skin and long dark purple hair that she keeps tied back out of her face. She has bright, almost iridescent heliotrope eyes with the usual slits of her clan. Her tail is quite long for a Seeker of the Sun and, like her ears, often expressive. Her build is thin and gangly; she's not particularly shapely, though she has lately put on a bit of wiry muscle. Her face has the markings inherent to some of the Seekers of the Sun -- three on each side in an tiger stripe pattern. L'yhta's voice is an untrained [[Wikipedia:Mezzo-soprano#Dramatic|dramatic mezzo-soprano]], fairly low for someone her size. She doesn't exhibit much of an accent, if any, when she speaks, except perhaps when she's particularly inebriated.

As of late, L'yhta's begun dying her hair and tail regularly, as well as changing her hair style seemingly at a whim. This began after she took a "sabbatical" to Greencliff around the time of the Starlight Celebration in the 5th year of the Seventh Umbral Era; exactly why that prompted her to take such a whimsical, impulsive approach to her hair has yet to be disclosed.

==History==
[[Image:L'yhta Mahre by Emadra.JPG|300px|left|thumb|L'yhta, envisioned by '''Emadra''']]
In western La Noscea resides the small fishing village of Greencliff, named for its high cliffs and its relatively dense, yet small, nearby forest. The village was originally home to a small population of Sea Wolves, but they found themselves outnumbered by an influx of Seekers of the Sun approximately 95 years ago when L'sharhl Nunh established the area as hunting grounds for the Viper tribe and assumed the title of nunh there. As the miqo'te made their homes in the area and largely shifted to an agricultural and aquacultural lifestyle, the Roegadyn population slowly decreased, eventually leaving the village almost entirely to the newcomers. It was into this settled branch of the Vipers that L'yhta was born, the fifth child of L'arhi Xahlo and L'mahre Nunh.

L'yhta's early life was unremarkable; she had no especially outstanding characteristics other than a quick wit and a keen mind -- neither of which were particularly impressive, much less useful, in a village used to eking out a living through fishing and the occasional felling of lumber to fuel [[Limsa Lominsa]]'s demand for ships. As far as the other miqo'te of Greencliff were concerned, what was remarkable about L'yhta was exactly how unremarkable she was. The tall girl proved to be passable with an axe, vaguely competent with the spear, moderately capable of catching fish, and not especially attractive, either. This surprised those who expected great things of the children of L'mahre Nunh and L'arhi Xahlo. L'mahre was considered by most to be one of the branch's greater nunh; his physical strength and virility were highly praised. L'arhi, for her part, had borne seven children, an impressive number by any standards. The only son she bore him, L'rhilo Tia, was held as a pure example of miqo'te excellence. With gleaming golden hair, dashing features, lightning reflexes, and sparkling silver and gold heterochromic eyes, he was already beginning to turn the heads of the women of the tribe and sparking rumours that he'd prove to be the next nunh. L'yhta's sisters were equally fine specimens: tall, beautiful, and possessed of a nearly regal grace. By contrast, the lanky, average L'yhta was quite a disappointment. Nevertheless, L'arhi remained supportive, hoping that her fifth child would find ''something'' at which she'd be more than just minimally competent, even if that were simply bearing children to the nunh. For her part, the often isolated L'yhta spent a great deal of time staring out into the stars and across the sea and wondering if her destiny were always to be so painfully mundane.

Then, the Calamity changed everything. Bahamut's fire scourged the land, and amidst the chaos, L'mahre Nunh was struck by a shower of superheated shards of rock. While he survived, he lost a leg and an arm in the attack. Unwilling to see someone else lay his father low, L'rhilo Tia challenged him for the position of nunh. The fight was short; it took mere moments for the son to defeat the father. The tribe looked on as L'rhilo, hovering over the fallen nunh, exchanged brief whispered words with him -- then tore out his throat. To this day, no one knows exactly what L'mahre said to L'rhilo; some suggest the father asked his son to end his suffering, while others whisper that the once nunh begged for mercy and L'rhilo killed him anyway. Regardless of the truth, L'rhilo Tia became L'rhilo Nunh that day, and he celebrated the victory that night with some of the most beautiful women of the tribe.

It wasn't long after he ascended to the position of nunh that L'rhilo came to L'yhta to ask her to his bed. While it wasn't unexpected that he'd attempt to carry on the impressive lineage of his mother and father, what surprised everyone (especially L'yhta) was when he passed over her elder sisters in favor of a lanky 16 year old. L'yhta doesn't discuss what exactly he said to her, other than that he made it abundantly clear that he expected her to do her duty to the tribe and bear his children. What the whole tribe knows is what happened next: when the sun rose the next day, L'yhta was gone.

To this day, L'yhta isn't entirely sure what prompted her to flee her fate. She would like to believe it was her wanderlust and curiosity pulling her away from a fettered life, but it was more likely due to the arrogant, lascivious, and forceful insistence of someone she'd previously trusted and saw as a friend. Rather than acquiesce, L'yhta collected some food, a spare set of clothes, and some small carved shells and pearls given to her by her mother, then headed south towards the only landmark she knew: a large lighthouse. It was there that she was able to trade the pearls for gil, then use the gil to travel to Limsa Lominsa to start a new life.

L'yhta was naturally overwhelmed by Limsa Lominsa when she first arrived. What struck her most of all was the way the miqo'te there acted. They were overly cheerful, extremely outgoing, and entirely willing to use their bodies to their advantage (and sometimes profit). Unwilling to take up any of the "trades" that were not so gently suggested to her by the city's more salty inhabitants, L'yhta instead wandered the city, using the last of her gil to secure lodging while she tried to figure out her next step. It was during one of these walks that she quite literally ran into Robert Fletcher, an antiquated hyur with piercing green eyes and an explosion of white hair bursting from his head. Little did she know that this man was a powerful Thaumaturge and also the Voice of the Wizards' Choir; she also wasn't aware that he'd been watching her, intrigued by a Seeker of the Sun without a purpose but a gift for the arcane. Robert took her in and introduced her to the three disciplines of magic, and was pleased to see her quickly learn to command her own Aether as well as to call upon that of the land. For her part, L'yhta was both shocked and ecstatic that she'd finally found something that she wouldn't make a fool of herself at -- something where her skill would live up to the name of her father. As part of her training, Robert introduced her to the rituals of the Choir and inducted her as his apprentice.

For the next four years, L'yhta lived with Robert, who she viewed as a quirky grandfather, and trained under him and the five other superannuated Chairs of the Choir. She came to love her strange new family of aging spellcasters, and they, while they could be annoyed by her youthful enthusiasm, cared for her as an adpoted child. Sadly, this life wouldn't last for long. In year 5 of the seventh umbral era, the Choir was requested by the Foreign Levy to help defend the city against a Sahagin assault. Ultimately, the Maelstrom won the battle, but at a terrible cost -- all of the Choir's members were struck down save L'yhta, who Robert insisted stay behind the lines. When she rushed to her mentor's side, his last words stuck in her memory: ''"Sing with a new Choir, young Voice."''

Since she's continued her training within the various magical guilds of Eorzea, L'yhta has discovered that she possesses the Echo. She theorizes this might be why she has such a faculty for channeling Aether, though more importantly, she's ''quite sure'' this means that she has a great destiny she needs to fulfill.

==Personality==
[[Image:Lyhta-levecard.jpg|200px|left|A guildleve card for L'yhta, by '''Nahue''']]
L'yhta is typical of many Seekers of the Sun in that she can be impulsive and tends to speak her mind; like her brethren, she shows her emotions readily, which often makes her seem more flighty and impulsive than she actually is. She's somewhat naïve, tending to believe that people are usually good, that evil is always apparent and obvious, and that everyone wants to hear and see truth spoken to power. It helps that she has a sharp wit and a constant enthusiasm, though this latter trait sometimes grates on others' nerves. At times, she can be self-centered, petulant, and altogether childish, especially when her naivete about the world is challenged, when something stands between her and her goals, when she makes what she perceives to be a mistake, or when she feels like she's lost control of a situation. When her friends are threatened -- or when she ''perceives'' that they're being threatened or have been wronged by the forces of "Evil and Awful" -- she can be stubbornly dismissive and brutally violent and tends not to react well if asked to stay her hand, turning her ire on those same friends instead. In general, L'yhta is quite open about her feelings; if she likes you, you'll know it, and if she doesn't like you or is angry with you, she'll make ''sure'' you know that. Subtlety and deception aren't typically part of her repertoire.

L'yhta is also known to put on a bit of a haughty air when discussions of race come up. To L'yhta, miqo'te who fall into the "cute, sexy cat" stereotype -- "domesticated kittens," as she calls them -- are denigrating their whole race and contributing to the hypersexualization of miqo'te women. She also holds the other races with a degree of contempt for supporting this behavior by employing miqo'te as dancers and prostitutes. However, L'yhta also holds no love for tribal miqo'te, who she feels are limiting themselves and their race in addition to participating in what she now considers a barbaric system of mating. Her time in Limsa Lominsa has given her a strong desire for freedom and a respect for the dual virtues of self-sufficiency and teamwork, and the incompatibility of these with tribal miqo'te culture is part of why she holds it in such contempt.

Generally, L'yhta is fairly reserved in large social gatherings where she doesn't know most of the people there. She tends to keep to herself, away from the crowd. If approached, she's her usual gregarious, talkative self, but she doesn't seek out interactions (unless she happens to notice something that captures her eye, such as a Nymian relic or new spell). In bars in and around Limsa Lominsa, this tends to cause a fair number of rumours about "t'at mage drownin' 'er sorrows at th' end of th' bar." As she doesn't particularly enjoy "people-watching," she typically shies away from particularly raucous taverns unless brought there by someone she knows or they're one of her usual haunts (such as the Missing Member).

Like a young college student, L'yhta believes she's figured the world out thanks to her newfound knowledge and experience, and this has driven her to arrogantly make rash, ill-advised decisions. In general, though, L'yhta's motivated to help others and make the world a better place, even if lately she's taken on a rather significant anti-authoritarian streak. In D&D terms, her alignment is '''Chaotic Good'''. In Palladium terms, she's closest to '''Unprincipled''' these days (though she has some disturbingly '''Aberrant''' behaviors).

==Affiliations and Known Associates==
L'yhta is a citizen of Limsa Lominsa and a member of the Foreign Levy of the Maelstrom; technically speaking, she holds the rank of Second Storm Lieutenant, though both she and the Maelstrom largely consider that honorary, and she certainly wouldn't use it except, perhaps, to pull rank on an intransigent supply officer or hapless private in a moment of great need. Additionally, as part of the cooperative exchange program established by the three Grand Companies, she often acts as a consultant on matters of magic for the Immortal Flames and the Twin Adder. Finally, L'yhta is a Master of [http://www.themysterium.org Mysterium], an order of mages based out of Limsa Lominsa.

In particular, L'yhta has been known to have significant connections with (in no particular order, save that NPCs are last):

* [[Clalaris Sil Laris]] -- A lalafellin conjurer and, it's rumoured, white mage of Gridania is one of her closest friends. L'yhta feels she can talk to her about anything, which has led to more than a few awkward conversations.
* [[Nathalanee Reinhart]] -- Nathalanee was once L'yhta's girlfriend, but the two appear to have broken up after Nathalanee went on an extended mission for the Twin Adders. L'yhta still speaks very fondly of the miqo'te, though, and stridently defends her against those who may speak ill of her.
* [[Eamont Desormaux]] -- This elezen conjurer is essentially L'yhta's surrogate father, though some believe their relationship is rather more than platonic.
* [[Seth Honeybrew]] -- Seth is, quite shockingly, the only person from whom L'yhta will accept casual racism towards miqo'te. Exactly why she's willing to laugh off from Seth what from others would usually get a verbal barrage isn't clear, but it is clear she considers him a good friend.
* [[Sazhi'to Bajhiri]] -- L'yhta feels a particular kinship to Sazhi'to (who she often just calls "Sazhi"), as both of them are, in her mind, refugees from tribal malfeasance. As for his sister, Mholi... L'yhta would be fine pushing her off a cliff.
* [[Rosamund Cartwright]] -- A rich daughter of Limsa Lominsa, Roz is one of L'yhta best friends.
* [[Racilian Lyenum]] -- "Raci," who was once a member of the Ivory Tower, is one of her friends and can always bring a smile to her face.
* [[Gus Pumpkinweed]] -- Gus was once one of L'yhta's apprentices, and the two of them got along quite well (perhaps due to the fact that they both have a strong drive towards excellence). She's ecstatic to hear that he's now opened a business of his own.
* [[Kevaraan Annorek]] -- This troubled miqo'te lancer was one of L'yhta's close friends before the Seventh Astral Era. She presumes him dead at this point, though she hopes he's just found a place where he can work through his issues.
* [[R'kyala Mahji]] -- Since the two of them met through Camille, they've gotten along smashingly, perhaps because they both act like chocobos hopped up on X-Ethers.
* [[Paran Hywel]] -- Paran and L'yhta have largely patched up their past issues, and have gone back to being friends. Lately, L'yhta has been offering him relationship advice and, perhaps, coming to some rather key realizations about herself in the process.
* [[Camille Everardi]] -- L'yhta enjoys Camille's company and her keen intellect and ability to plan. She feels Camille is wise beyond her years.
* [[K'hane Tariq]] -- Since she was released from the influence of a powerful voidsent, K'hane's returned to "normal," though L'yhta wishes she'd show more of her confidence. "There's got to be a middle ground, right?"
* [[Deitrych Brownlowe]] -- This bounty hunter is viewed by most in the Tower as somewhere between weird and extremely creepy, but L'yhta finds him to be largely misunderstood and quirkily charming. The two have interacted much less after certain revelations regarding his interactions with Clalaris.
* [[Kellach Woods]] -- L'yhta met Kellach at a beach party when he was still an employee of XI:7. She likes both his enthusiasm and humbleness, and she'd like to show him more magic as she feels he has a strong talent for the art.
* [[Fio Arasgain]] -- This chef at the Bismarck and skilled warrior is someone L'yhta respects, as he's a fellow refugee from the tribal life. She feels they have a lot in common and could become closer friends.
* [[Karaki Crystalis]] -- After a rocky start, L'yhta's found that she and this miqo'te from the East have a lot in common. She considers him a friend and hopes to be able to "correct" his less personable qualities.
* [[Cliodhna Eoghan]] -- Cliodhna and L'yhta have crossed paths a few times, and they've a friendship forged on a mutual love of fun and helping others. Their friendship has deepened as they've spent more time together and seen more of each other's darker secrets.
* [[Sasari Sari]] -- L'yhta gets along well with Sasari, or so she believes, and is quite interested in figuring out how to help her in better controlling her magicks.
* [[Sasani Sani]] -- Perhaps surprisingly, L'yhta can in fact tell Sasari and Sasani apart. She thinks Sasani is particularly sweet.
* [[Kerin Misteyes]] -- While still on somewhat formal terms with this conjurer of the Fane, L'yhta considers Kerin a friend... usually. Their relationship is strained by a vacillating level of trust, driven by Kerin's fear of L'yhta's potential and L'yhta's concern over Kerin's beliefs.
* [[Zagi'zi Kumai]] -- Despite claims that he's lost his arrogance and found a new appreciation for others, L'yhta still despises this "insufferable arse," and can't conceive of why people she knows enjoy spending time with him. She believes they have more in common than either of them would ever admit, and that perceived kinship is why she doesn't actively work against him.
* [[Kurenai Nagi]] -- The relationship between this au ra and L'yhta has, of late, become rather complicated, growing from a sisterly love to something quite different. L'yhta has sworn to give her own life to save Kurenai's, should it come to it.
* [[Aidan Hayward]] -- L'yhta met Aidan through a random leve and, despite a rocky start, the two of them had a rather torrid relationship. The two have broken up under what appears to be rather unpleasant circumstances.
* [[Llaine Tetheros]] -- Llaine and L'yhta built a relationship and ultimately a marriage by way of a long-term friendship, but for reasons L'yhta refuses to disclose other than "a big fight," the two have parted ways, with Llaine having had Eamont release her from her oath to the Tower. L'yhta still claims to love Llaine, but her discussion of the relationship and its end seems to be tinged with a great deal of bitterness.
* [[Anzu Sakata]] -- Sakata Anzu and L'yhta grew to become friends through a series of long and somewhat awkward conversations. L'yhta sees her as another surrogate sister, albeit one who needs her advice more than who can give it.
* [[Braxis Wynterwulf]] -- L'yhta isn't quite sure what to make of Ser Braxis, other than that he seems honorable and that he and Llaine often seem a lot closer than she and Llaine do (or did). She's often rather jealous of him.
* [[Myradin Aurelia]] -- Even though she knows her birth name is Mitsune, L'yhta continues to refer to her as Myradin, and considers this auri priestess to be one of her closest confidants -- when she's around, at any rate.
* [[Elrick Ashwynn]] -- L'yhta helped settle an argument for this adventurer, and the two have since entered into a relationship. His wisdom, care, and surprising depths have drawn her closer to him.
* [[C'eleni Meztli]] -- Eleni has quickly grown to be one of L'yhta's closest friends, by way of her persistent smile and infectious optimism. In her, L'yhta sees a kindred spirit.
* Cieranaux Aramont -- Robert Fletcher's apprentice prior to L'yhta, Cieranaux has nothing but disrespect for her and typically lobs idle insults and cliché attacks in her direction -- a way to show his distaste for her while reminding her that she's, to him, nothing more than a trifle that doesn't warrant a more serious effort. After nearly murdering him and being pulled back from the brink by two of her friends, she's decided to just dismiss him as not worth her trouble.
* Volkido Tekido -- Robert Fletcher's personal assistant, this lalafell is the majordomo of the Ivory Tower and also acts as L'yhta's personal assistant. As much as he complains about being put upon by these "wizards with their heads in the clouds," and the "foolish girl" that he's "stuck with," Volkido cares deeply for her and the other wizards.
* L'ehli Tia -- When L'yhta last went to Greencliff, this tia -- one of her nephews by her eldest sister -- followed her back. Volkido has set him up with an apartment using L'yhta's funds so he can remain in the city; he's currently training at the Coral Tower to join the Yellowjackets.
* Solaxia -- L'yhta's agreed to, along with Clalaris, train this excitable sylph in the ways of magic. While Solaxia would much rather learn Thaumaturgy from Stompy One (as she calls L'yhta), L'yhta's pushed the sylph to learn Conjury from Moogle One (aka Clalaris) first.
* Lydia Burroughs -- This alleged defector from the Garleans was complicit in a dire crime committed against one of L'yhta's best friends. L'yhta told Nathalanee she wanted her to decide how to handle the captive, and so Lydia was turned over to the Twin Adder for debriefing despite L'yhta's misgivings. While she hopes the hyur can make good on the second chance she's been given, L'yhta is keeping a close eye on her and won't hesitate to try to put an end to this experiment if it goes even the least bit awry.

==Characteristics==
[[Image:L'yhtaMahreFlat.jpg|right|thumb|300px|L'yhta, envisioned by [http://mitchfoust.deviantart.com Mitch Foust]]]
* '''Nicknames''': Lyta (to most non-miqo'te), Yhta (to very close friends only)
* '''Age''': 24
** '''Nameday''': 12th sun of the 3rd Astral Moon, 1555 of 6th Astral Era
* '''Gender''': Female
** '''Sexuality''': Bisexual, though largely preferring men
** '''Marital Status''': In a relationship
* '''Alignment''': Chaotic Good/Unprincipled
* '''Height''': 5 fulms, 5 ilms
* '''Weight''': Generally around 120 to 130 ponz
* '''Body''': Thin, lanky, but with a wiry musculature
* '''Hair''': Varies, but naturally, long, straight, and violet
* '''Eyes''': Iridescent heliotrope
* '''Skin''': Mocha, with chocolate facial markings
* '''Clothing''': In public, she tends to robes, pants or leggings, high boots, and ring guards or fingerless gloves. As of late, she's also been wearing fairly "daring" outfits involving short skirts and light, sleeveless tops. Her choice of clothing in public is as fluid as her mood, though unless she has no alternative, she never wears armor heavier than a breastplate or chain-backed robes and heavy leather boots. In private, she usually wears leggings and a bandeau top, light and minimal smallclothes, or nothing at all.

===Likes===
* Music and dancing
* Battle and violence (though she'd only confess to "battles to protect people")
* Jellied fruits -- or any fruit, really
* Conversation, especially about magic, philosophy, and religion
* Proving how great she is
* Being surprised by someone's knowledge and talents
* Being teased (though she'd ''never'' admit that)
* Confident people who don't take themselves or life too seriously

===Dislikes===
* Probing questions about her tribal past or ''especially'' about her sexuality
* Being corrected, even when she's clearly screwed up
* Miqo'te females who fit the "cute" or "sexy" stereotype, as well as those who support tribal culture
* People who deny her "clearly obvious brilliance"
* The nobility and anyone else who seek to impose their will on others
* Arrogant people, especially those who claim noble blood or divine right
* "Fanatic cultists:" Ishgardians, Garleans, and sometimes Gridanians (depending on how much they use "the will of the Elementals" to justify their actions)

[[Image:Lyhta mahre sanguinefenrir.png|right|thumb|300px|L'yhta envisioned by '''sanguineFenrir''']]
===Areas of Expertise===
* '''Martial''': Thaumaturgy, Arcanima, Conjury; Thaumaturgy is her strongest Discipline, followed by Arcanima, then Conjury.
** L'yhta has a strong amateur's skill in one-handed swordplay, but rarely uses it in the field except to advance her research or if she has no other options.
* '''Crafting''': Engraving, magitek modification
** She has some experience in alchemy and goldsmithing, but is a rough beginner except where they're necessary for her research. She knows enough tailoring to patch her own clothes. Mostly, she relies on others to keep her non-magical equipment and clothes in good shape.
* '''Other''': Magic theory, literacy, area knowledge, vocal performance, dancing, being insufferably upbeat
** L'yhta's particular area of expertise in magic theory is what she calls "esotery" -- archaic and often "odd" practices of magic that don't neatly fit into the three Eorzean Disciplines. This includes melding the different Disciplines together to produce novel effects. She also has a passing familiarity with astrology, astromancy, and a variety of other practices of magic.

===Strengths===
* '''Magically adept''': L'yhta has a considerable natural talent for weaving Aether and practices all three Disciplines of Magic (though she's not ''nearly'' as great as she thinks she is).
* '''Driven''': When she's set her mind to something, it's very difficult to dissuade her.
* '''Witty''': L'yhta can be pretty quick with a quip or a joke about a situation, even in the midst of a pitched battle.
* '''Active''': If nothing else, L'yhta is a constant dynamo of energy. She does have an "off switch," so to speak, but most of the time, she's always in motion.
* '''Sidethinker''': When she does actually deign to plan, she's good at coming up with unexpected alternative solutions to problems.
* '''High alcohol tolerance''': As a result of growing up with small beers and her training with the Wizards' Choir (some of which involved heavy drinking and the consumption of "recreational" herbs and potions), L'yhta has a shockingly high alcohol tolerance, especially for someone her size. It's said she's drunk even salty Roegadyn sailors under the table, though not without having to be carried out of the tavern afterwards.
* '''Optimistic''': Everything's going to be great, Eorzea's heading to a greater tomorrow, and there's no way we can make the same mistakes of the past -- or so L'yhta believes. Going hand in hand with her naivete, she's boundlessly optimistic and typically views the bright side of any situation.

===Weaknesses===
* '''Physically inept''': While she has improved her physical skills, L'yhta is still far more powerful magickally; she'll never win a sword duel, for instance.
* '''Naive''': L'yhta believes that people are essentially good, that evil is always obvious, and that Good will always triumph over Evil in the end. More subtle and devious forms of wickedness can slip right under her nose, and as a result she's not the best judge of character.
* '''Imperceptive''': It could be her overconfidence blinding her, a consequence of her stubbornness when her mind is on another task, or merely a natural trait, but L'yhta is notably poor at noticing things that are out of the ordinary unless she's explicitly looking for them. As a Seeker of the Sun, her night vision is also fairly poor (which is one reason she likes staves that glow, besides how "stylish" they are). Her lack of perception often even extends to picking up on social cues.
* '''Stubborn''': Going hand in hand with being driven, once she's chosen a course of action -- for good or ill -- she rarely changes her mind unless the situation changes such that she has no other option. If she, for instance, decides someone is evil, it's very difficult to convince her otherwise. Precious few people can get her to second-guess her decisions, particularly in the heat of the moment.
* '''Overconfident''': At present, nothing in the world can convince "Limsa Lominsa's most spectaculofabulous sorcerer" that she's not, in fact, "Utterly Excellent" and "Destined for Great Things." This overconfidence more often than not leads her to take unnecessary, completely foolish risks. One of the most common demonstrations of this is her casually dismissive attitude towards both danger and her enemies. Some suspect that this overconfidence is really just overcompensation for her...
* '''Self-image issues''': As a result of her upbringing, L'yhta feels that magic is the only thing she's actually any good at, and that she has very few other positive qualities. This is usually extremely well-hidden behind her veil of overconfidence, but it comes out from time to time in pointedly negative comments she makes about herself, perseveration on others' off-handed comments about her, and dramatic changes in behavior or clothing based on the observations of others. For instance, a simple "isn't that outfit a little tight for you?" from an acquaintance can get her to run away to change clothes into something dramatically different, even if she were just proudly showing the outfit off.
* '''Lack of planning''': L'yhta rarely plans her actions in advance, preferring instead a "Geronimo!" approach of leaping before she looks. The term "poor impulse control" fits her, and when she feels she has to plan (or is forced to do so), she tends to get fidgety and impatient.

==Other Notes==
[[Image:LyhtaMahreNobootsFinalJPeg-Eckzein.jpg|right|thumb|300px|L'yhta dancing, envisioned by '''Eckzein''']]
[[Image:Lyhta-aria.jpg|right|thumb|300px|L'yhta being smug, envisioned by '''A'ria''']]
[[Image:ChibiMaker-Lyhta.jpg|right|thumb|200px|Chibi L'yhta-chan?!?]]
===Naming===
L'yhta usually uses a slightly simplified version of her name, "Lyta," among non-miqo'te primarily because she dislikes them butchering its actual pronunciation and spelling. It's easier and less obnoxious, in her mind, to just use a name that matches how people would typically read her name anyway. As such, she often uses the alias on legal documents in the city-states to simplify transactions. Among other miqo'te, however, she uses and prefers her real name. In close company, she, like many Seekers of the Sun, is known to drop her tribe letter and call herself Yhta (EE-tah).

===Religion===
L'yhta venerates the Twelve, but doesn't worship them, nor does she recognize any of them as her patron deity. If anything, she views Hydaelyn itself as her patron based on recent events. She feels that the circumstances of her life are proof of two things: one, she's been chosen for a Great Destiny by the Mothercrystal, and two, Nymeia has chosen to bless her, perhaps for this reason. Perhaps surprisingly, L'yhta isn't egotistical or outspoken about either of these beliefs or religion in general. In fact, she's typically awkward in such discussions, approaching them extremely tentatively (especially with regards to the Echo, which she views as both a blessing and a curse that makes her "weird").

===Quirks===
L'yhta adores jellied and candied fruits, and is rarely without a pouch of them. She also tends to introduce herself using made-up adjectives, usually created by forcefully merging two words, to describe her "greatness;" for instance, she's been known to refer to herself as "stupendiferous," "brilliantastic," and "magnifijestic." She'll often apply this sort of puffery to her friends, particularly when introducing them or cheering on their successes.

===Equipment===
L'yhta has acquired through her travels a fairly significant collection of artifacts that can channel and focus Aether, ranging from Nymian books to Allagan rods, from Belah'dian swords to Amdapori staves. Most of her robes and other clothes are commissioned bespoke, then enchanted by her; she spends considerable gil on "looking stylish," as she puts it. She especially likes modern recreations of ancient designs, such as Nymian outfits. However, she does have a relatively small collection of acquired clothing, including some highly magicked smallclothes that she came across in an Ishgardian fortress that'd been overrun by Voidsent.

In addition to this equipment, L'yhta has a wide variety of stolen and modified magitek (including a Reaper she's painted a garish metallic yellow) that she uses along with specialized spells of her own design to either deflect attacks or imbue her weapons -- specifically, a magitek sword -- with magical force. The net effect is that she can become quite difficult to hurt, but her lack of expertise and physical ability leave her relatively inept at actually landing any blows. When she's "cheating" in this way, she can't channel Aether for more direct spells. Despite her best efforts (and probably for the good of Eorzea generally), she remains unable to call forth and precisely control enough Aether to do so, and the effects of the magitek on the local Aetheric flows would make attempts to do so rather unsafe, to put it mildly.

===Rumours===
The following rumours can be heard about L'yhta, predominantly in Limsa Lominsa. (Please feel free to add your character's thoughts here as well.)

====Common rumours====
* "Remember that wizard, Robert Wotshisname? The one with the white hair? Yeah, he was ''totally'' making his bed with that Seeker girl, ifyaknowwhatImean."
* "Nah, she was just leading him on to get his inheritance once he was returned to the sea."
* "I heard she's been working with the Maelstrom as some kind of 'consulting mage' after she stopped some huge fishback ritual."
* "I never seen someone who weren't a kid, drunk, or a whore hug people as much as she does. An' she's no child, so whaddya think that says about her?"

====Uncommon rumours====
* "Remember what I said about her killing her family? She went back to finish the job! Why else's she got black hair now?"
* "Oh, I heard that she actually killed that old man she was bedding! She hit him with a spell while he was fighting on the front lines."
* "I used ta say she had no magical power, b-but... listen, bub, I-I saw her ''vaporize'' a ship's mast at full sail! Snap, boom, it was just ''gone''!"
* "I saw her bring an injured hyur to Fallgourd Float... then hire an adventurer to shoot the poor woman if she tried to leave! What kind of horrible creature would do such a thing?"
* "Shh! Keep it down! I heard she pushed someone off th' side of the city when he talked bad about her an' Seekers, then set 'im on fire on th' way down!"

====Rare rumours====
* "L'yhta's family is looking for her, and they're worried sick that she's going to fall in with a bad crowd or get killed."
* "She travels between here, Gridania, and Ul'dah a lot -- I bet she's a secret assassin working for some rich noble."
* "That green-haired miqo'te she's been hanging around? They're lovers, I heard. Yeah -- and that older elezen she's around, too, and those two lalafell with the staves. Typical miqo'te, bedding anything with a heartbeat..."

====What PCs are saying====

* "L'yhta? She is a tad excitable, yes, but then she tends to find exciting things. It all balances out, really, and it makes for interesting stories to tell." --[[Sazhi'to Bajhiri]]
* "A female who shares my distaste for the tribes. Fancies herself a sorcerer, too. She'll definitely be a good resource if she's half as learned as she claims to be." -- [[Fio Arasgain]]
* "A very good friend. Always good for a hug! And for exploring dangerous ruins with reckless disregard for our own well-being." - [[Kellach Woods]]
* "Oh- L'yhta! The sorcerer, hm? Hells, I really meant to speak with her again- she inspired me to try and take up more of the magical arts than I thought ''plausible'' before. I am still ''quite'' interested to see how she managed to meld Arcanima and Thaumaturgey, and those experiments ''did'' sound intriguing. ... I wonder if she remembers me; how time gets away up here. . ." -- [[Xavarian Mystrife]]
* "L'yhta's adorable. She's got a neat way of talking and some of the stuff's over my head but I can tell she's got a good heart! Plus she's a lot like me in some ways. More than the Miqo'te thing, and she doesn't have the glowy hair, but still..." -- [[Karaki Crystalis]]
* "L'yhta is my closest friend, my sister, and my most trusted confidant. There are not words to describe what she means to me, but suffice it to say that I would give everything for her sake. Whether it be delving into dangerous ruins, facing down hordes of enemies, or unlocking the mysteries of this world, I know I can count on her, and she on me." - [[Llaine Tetheros]]
* "Oh! L'yhta is a great teacher and a best friend, and gives amazing hugs! Those three things together make an unmatched winning combo, and I know no one better than her to wield it!" - [[C'eleni Meztli]]

===Known Haunts===
You might have run into or otherwise know L'yhta from:

* Mornings at the Bismarck in Limsa Lominsa, where she's usually there just after dawn for tea and fruit.
* All three magical guilds, which she regularly frequents and almost always with a journal in hand.
* The shores of La Noscea (particularly near Mist), where she's known to go swimming on a somewhat regular basis.
* Raids on Garlean encampments and Castrums, both formal and informal.

==References==
[[Image:Lyhta_Mahre_Face_2.png|thumb|300px|right|''"Time to be Big Damn Heroes!"'']]
* [http://ffxiv-roleplayers.com/showthread.php?tid=2688&pid=36966#pid36966 100 Questions About L'yhta]
* [http://ffxiv-roleplayers.com/showthread.php?tid=1999&pid=39718#pid39718 Character references (for art)]
* [http://ffxiv-roleplayers.com/showthread.php?tid=3266&pid=40557#pid40557 RP connections wanted for L'yhta]
* [http://ffxiv-roleplayers.com/showthread.php?tid=3039 You might know L'yhta from...]
* [http://ffxiv-roleplayers.com/showthread.php?tid=3227 What L'yhta eats]
* [http://ffxiv-roleplayers.com/showthread.php?tid=3144 Where L'yhta sleeps]

===OOC Inspirations===
<section begin=featured-blurb />
L'yhta is inspired by [[Wikipedia:Eleventh Doctor|Matt Smith's Eleventh Doctor]] -- particularly her "devil may care" attitude and wild overconfidence -- as well as [[wikipedia:Lina Inverse|Lina Inverse]]. Apparently, she also shares a fair number of characteristics with [[Wikipedia:Leslie Knope|Leslie Knope]] (in her loyalty and need to control situations) and [[Wikipedia:Scott Pilgrim|Scott Pilgrim]] (particularly in how self-absorbed she can be). Her casual disregard for danger and general expectation that everything will inevitably turn out in her favor is disturbingly similar to that of [[Wikipedia:Sterling Archer|Sterling Archer]].
<section end=featured-blurb />

L'yhta Mahre

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| image = Lyhta-tiergan.jpg
| imagewidth = 350
| caption = L'yhta, envisioned by '''Tiergan'''
| title = Stupendiferous Magnifijestic Mage
| gender = Female
| citizenship = Limsa Lominsa
| race = Miqo'te
| clan = Seekers of the Sun
| server = Balmung
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| stat_2 = Height
| stat_2_value = Tall (5 fulms, 5 ilms)
| stat_3 = Weight
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| stat_5 = Patron Deity
| stat_5_value = The Mothercrystal (so she claims)
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'''L'yhta Mahre''' (LEE-tah MAH-ray), formally known as '''Yhta of the Vipers, sired by L'mahre Nunh''' and commonly as '''Lyta''' (lie-TUH), is a miqo'te Seeker of the Sun who nominally lives in Limsa Lominsa. She was once the Voice of [http://www.themysterium.org Mysterium], but is now just one of its Masters. Her formal address in the Ivory Tower is Wizard Yhta Mahre, Master of Mysterium, Thaumaturge, Conjurer, Arcanist, Astromancer; by Aether illuminated, Beacon of Hope.

==Appearance==
L'yhta is a tall (approximately 5' 5") miqo'te female with dark skin and long dark purple hair that she keeps tied back out of her face. She has bright, almost iridescent heliotrope eyes with the usual slits of her clan. Her tail is quite long for a Seeker of the Sun and, like her ears, often expressive. Her build is thin and gangly; she's not particularly shapely, though she has lately put on a bit of wiry muscle. Her face has the markings inherent to some of the Seekers of the Sun -- three on each side in an tiger stripe pattern. L'yhta's voice is an untrained [[Wikipedia:Mezzo-soprano#Dramatic|dramatic mezzo-soprano]], fairly low for someone her size. She doesn't exhibit much of an accent, if any, when she speaks, except perhaps when she's particularly inebriated.

As of late, L'yhta's begun dying her hair and tail regularly, as well as changing her hair style seemingly at a whim. This began after she took a "sabbatical" to Greencliff around the time of the Starlight Celebration in the 5th year of the Seventh Umbral Era; exactly why that prompted her to take such a whimsical, impulsive approach to her hair has yet to be disclosed.

==History==
[[Image:L'yhta Mahre by Emadra.JPG|300px|left|thumb|L'yhta, envisioned by '''Emadra''']]
In western La Noscea resides the small fishing village of Greencliff, named for its high cliffs and its relatively dense, yet small, nearby forest. The village was originally home to a small population of Sea Wolves, but they found themselves outnumbered by an influx of Seekers of the Sun approximately 95 years ago when L'sharhl Nunh established the area as hunting grounds for the Viper tribe and assumed the title of nunh there. As the miqo'te made their homes in the area and largely shifted to an agricultural and aquacultural lifestyle, the Roegadyn population slowly decreased, eventually leaving the village almost entirely to the newcomers. It was into this settled branch of the Vipers that L'yhta was born, the fifth child of L'arhi Xahlo and L'mahre Nunh.

L'yhta's early life was unremarkable; she had no especially outstanding characteristics other than a quick wit and a keen mind -- neither of which were particularly impressive, much less useful, in a village used to eking out a living through fishing and the occasional felling of lumber to fuel [[Limsa Lominsa]]'s demand for ships. As far as the other miqo'te of Greencliff were concerned, what was remarkable about L'yhta was exactly how unremarkable she was. The tall girl proved to be passable with an axe, vaguely competent with the spear, moderately capable of catching fish, and not especially attractive, either. This surprised those who expected great things of the children of L'mahre Nunh and L'arhi Xahlo. L'mahre was considered by most to be one of the branch's greater nunh; his physical strength and virility were highly praised. L'arhi, for her part, had borne seven children, an impressive number by any standards. The only son she bore him, L'rhilo Tia, was held as a pure example of miqo'te excellence. With gleaming golden hair, dashing features, lightning reflexes, and sparkling silver and gold heterochromic eyes, he was already beginning to turn the heads of the women of the tribe and sparking rumours that he'd prove to be the next nunh. L'yhta's sisters were equally fine specimens: tall, beautiful, and possessed of a nearly regal grace. By contrast, the lanky, average L'yhta was quite a disappointment. Nevertheless, L'arhi remained supportive, hoping that her fifth child would find ''something'' at which she'd be more than just minimally competent, even if that were simply bearing children to the nunh. For her part, the often isolated L'yhta spent a great deal of time staring out into the stars and across the sea and wondering if her destiny were always to be so painfully mundane.

Then, the Calamity changed everything. Bahamut's fire scourged the land, and amidst the chaos, L'mahre Nunh was struck by a shower of superheated shards of rock. While he survived, he lost a leg and an arm in the attack. Unwilling to see someone else lay his father low, L'rhilo Tia challenged him for the position of nunh. The fight was short; it took mere moments for the son to defeat the father. The tribe looked on as L'rhilo, hovering over the fallen nunh, exchanged brief whispered words with him -- then tore out his throat. To this day, no one knows exactly what L'mahre said to L'rhilo; some suggest the father asked his son to end his suffering, while others whisper that the once nunh begged for mercy and L'rhilo killed him anyway. Regardless of the truth, L'rhilo Tia became L'rhilo Nunh that day, and he celebrated the victory that night with some of the most beautiful women of the tribe.

It wasn't long after he ascended to the position of nunh that L'rhilo came to L'yhta to ask her to his bed. While it wasn't unexpected that he'd attempt to carry on the impressive lineage of his mother and father, what surprised everyone (especially L'yhta) was when he passed over her elder sisters in favor of a lanky 16 year old. L'yhta doesn't discuss what exactly he said to her, other than that he made it abundantly clear that he expected her to do her duty to the tribe and bear his children. What the whole tribe knows is what happened next: when the sun rose the next day, L'yhta was gone.

To this day, L'yhta isn't entirely sure what prompted her to flee her fate. She would like to believe it was her wanderlust and curiosity pulling her away from a fettered life, but it was more likely due to the arrogant, lascivious, and forceful insistence of someone she'd previously trusted and saw as a friend. Rather than acquiesce, L'yhta collected some food, a spare set of clothes, and some small carved shells and pearls given to her by her mother, then headed south towards the only landmark she knew: a large lighthouse. It was there that she was able to trade the pearls for gil, then use the gil to travel to Limsa Lominsa to start a new life.

L'yhta was naturally overwhelmed by Limsa Lominsa when she first arrived. What struck her most of all was the way the miqo'te there acted. They were overly cheerful, extremely outgoing, and entirely willing to use their bodies to their advantage (and sometimes profit). Unwilling to take up any of the "trades" that were not so gently suggested to her by the city's more salty inhabitants, L'yhta instead wandered the city, using the last of her gil to secure lodging while she tried to figure out her next step. It was during one of these walks that she quite literally ran into Robert Fletcher, an antiquated hyur with piercing green eyes and an explosion of white hair bursting from his head. Little did she know that this man was a powerful Thaumaturge and also the Voice of the Wizards' Choir; she also wasn't aware that he'd been watching her, intrigued by a Seeker of the Sun without a purpose but a gift for the arcane. Robert took her in and introduced her to the three disciplines of magic, and was pleased to see her quickly learn to command her own Aether as well as to call upon that of the land. For her part, L'yhta was both shocked and ecstatic that she'd finally found something that she wouldn't make a fool of herself at -- something where her skill would live up to the name of her father. As part of her training, Robert introduced her to the rituals of the Choir and inducted her as his apprentice.

For the next four years, L'yhta lived with Robert, who she viewed as a quirky grandfather, and trained under him and the five other superannuated Chairs of the Choir. She came to love her strange new family of aging spellcasters, and they, while they could be annoyed by her youthful enthusiasm, cared for her as an adpoted child. Sadly, this life wouldn't last for long. In year 5 of the seventh umbral era, the Choir was requested by the Foreign Levy to help defend the city against a Sahagin assault. Ultimately, the Maelstrom won the battle, but at a terrible cost -- all of the Choir's members were struck down save L'yhta, who Robert insisted stay behind the lines. When she rushed to her mentor's side, his last words stuck in her memory: ''"Sing with a new Choir, young Voice."''

Since she's continued her training within the various magical guilds of Eorzea, L'yhta has discovered that she possesses the Echo. She theorizes this might be why she has such a faculty for channeling Aether, though more importantly, she's ''quite sure'' this means that she has a great destiny she needs to fulfill.

==Personality==
[[Image:Lyhta-levecard.jpg|200px|left|A guildleve card for L'yhta, by '''Nahue''']]
L'yhta is typical of many Seekers of the Sun in that she can be impulsive and tends to speak her mind; like her brethren, she shows her emotions readily, which often makes her seem more flighty and impulsive than she actually is. She's somewhat naïve, tending to believe that people are usually good, that evil is always apparent and obvious, and that everyone wants to hear and see truth spoken to power. It helps that she has a sharp wit and a constant enthusiasm, though this latter trait sometimes grates on others' nerves. At times, she can be self-centered, petulant, and altogether childish, especially when her naivete about the world is challenged, when something stands between her and her goals, when she makes what she perceives to be a mistake, or when she feels like she's lost control of a situation. When her friends are threatened -- or when she ''perceives'' that they're being threatened or have been wronged by the forces of "Evil and Awful" -- she can be stubbornly dismissive and brutally violent and tends not to react well if asked to stay her hand, turning her ire on those same friends instead. In general, L'yhta is quite open about her feelings; if she likes you, you'll know it, and if she doesn't like you or is angry with you, she'll make ''sure'' you know that. Subtlety and deception aren't typically part of her repertoire.

L'yhta is also known to put on a bit of a haughty air when discussions of race come up. To L'yhta, miqo'te who fall into the "cute, sexy cat" stereotype -- "domesticated kittens," as she calls them -- are denigrating their whole race and contributing to the hypersexualization of miqo'te women. She also holds the other races with a degree of contempt for supporting this behavior by employing miqo'te as dancers and prostitutes. However, L'yhta also holds no love for tribal miqo'te, who she feels are limiting themselves and their race in addition to participating in what she now considers a barbaric system of mating. Her time in Limsa Lominsa has given her a strong desire for freedom and a respect for the dual virtues of self-sufficiency and teamwork, and the incompatibility of these with tribal miqo'te culture is part of why she holds it in such contempt.

Generally, L'yhta is fairly reserved in large social gatherings where she doesn't know most of the people there. She tends to keep to herself, away from the crowd. If approached, she's her usual gregarious, talkative self, but she doesn't seek out interactions (unless she happens to notice something that captures her eye, such as a Nymian relic or new spell). In bars in and around Limsa Lominsa, this tends to cause a fair number of rumours about "t'at mage drownin' 'er sorrows at th' end of th' bar." As she doesn't particularly enjoy "people-watching," she typically shies away from particularly raucous taverns unless brought there by someone she knows or they're one of her usual haunts (such as the Missing Member).

Like a young college student, L'yhta believes she's figured the world out thanks to her newfound knowledge and experience, and this has driven her to arrogantly make rash, ill-advised decisions. In general, though, L'yhta's motivated to help others and make the world a better place, even if lately she's taken on a rather significant anti-authoritarian streak. In D&D terms, her alignment is '''Chaotic Good'''. In Palladium terms, she's closest to '''Unprincipled''' these days (though she has some disturbingly '''Aberrant''' behaviors).

==Affiliations and Known Associates==
L'yhta is a citizen of Limsa Lominsa and a member of the Foreign Levy of the Maelstrom; technically speaking, she holds the rank of Second Storm Lieutenant, though both she and the Maelstrom largely consider that honorary, and she certainly wouldn't use it except, perhaps, to pull rank on an intransigent supply officer or hapless private in a moment of great need. Additionally, as part of the cooperative exchange program established by the three Grand Companies, she often acts as a consultant on matters of magic for the Immortal Flames and the Twin Adder. Finally, L'yhta is a Master of [http://www.themysterium.org Mysterium], an order of mages based out of Limsa Lominsa.

In particular, L'yhta has been known to have significant connections with (in no particular order, save that NPCs are last):

* [[Clalaris Sil Laris]] -- A lalafellin conjurer and, it's rumoured, white mage of Gridania is one of her closest friends. L'yhta feels she can talk to her about anything, which has led to more than a few awkward conversations.
* [[Nathalanee Reinhart]] -- Nathalanee was once L'yhta's girlfriend, but the two appear to have broken up after Nathalanee went on an extended mission for the Twin Adders. L'yhta still speaks very fondly of the miqo'te, though, and stridently defends her against those who may speak ill of her.
* [[Eamont Desormaux]] -- This elezen conjurer is essentially L'yhta's surrogate father, though some believe their relationship is rather more than platonic.
* [[Seth Honeybrew]] -- Seth is, quite shockingly, the only person from whom L'yhta will accept casual racism towards miqo'te. Exactly why she's willing to laugh off from Seth what from others would usually get a verbal barrage isn't clear, but it is clear she considers him a good friend.
* [[Sazhi'to Bajhiri]] -- L'yhta feels a particular kinship to Sazhi'to (who she often just calls "Sazhi"), as both of them are, in her mind, refugees from tribal malfeasance. As for his sister, Mholi... L'yhta would be fine pushing her off a cliff.
* [[Rosamund Cartwright]] -- A rich daughter of Limsa Lominsa, Roz is one of L'yhta best friends.
* [[Racilian Lyenum]] -- "Raci," who was once a member of the Ivory Tower, is one of her friends and can always bring a smile to her face.
* [[Gus Pumpkinweed]] -- Gus was once one of L'yhta's apprentices, and the two of them got along quite well (perhaps due to the fact that they both have a strong drive towards excellence). She's ecstatic to hear that he's now opened a business of his own.
* [[Kevaraan Annorek]] -- This troubled miqo'te lancer was one of L'yhta's close friends before the Seventh Astral Era. She presumes him dead at this point, though she hopes he's just found a place where he can work through his issues.
* [[R'kyala Mahji]] -- Since the two of them met through Camille, they've gotten along smashingly, perhaps because they both act like chocobos hopped up on X-Ethers.
* [[Paran Hywel]] -- Paran and L'yhta have largely patched up their past issues, and have gone back to being friends. Lately, L'yhta has been offering him relationship advice and, perhaps, coming to some rather key realizations about herself in the process.
* [[Camille Everardi]] -- L'yhta enjoys Camille's company and her keen intellect and ability to plan. She feels Camille is wise beyond her years.
* [[K'hane Tariq]] -- Since she was released from the influence of a powerful voidsent, K'hane's returned to "normal," though L'yhta wishes she'd show more of her confidence. "There's got to be a middle ground, right?"
* [[Deitrych Brownlowe]] -- This bounty hunter is viewed by most in the Tower as somewhere between weird and extremely creepy, but L'yhta finds him to be largely misunderstood and quirkily charming. The two have interacted much less after certain revelations regarding his interactions with Clalaris.
* [[Kellach Woods]] -- L'yhta met Kellach at a beach party when he was still an employee of XI:7. She likes both his enthusiasm and humbleness, and she'd like to show him more magic as she feels he has a strong talent for the art.
* [[Fio Arasgain]] -- This chef at the Bismarck and skilled warrior is someone L'yhta respects, as he's a fellow refugee from the tribal life. She feels they have a lot in common and could become closer friends.
* [[Karaki Crystalis]] -- After a rocky start, L'yhta's found that she and this miqo'te from the East have a lot in common. She considers him a friend and hopes to be able to "correct" his less personable qualities.
* [[Cliodhna Eoghan]] -- Cliodhna and L'yhta have crossed paths a few times, and they've a friendship forged on a mutual love of fun and helping others. Their friendship has deepened as they've spent more time together and seen more of each other's darker secrets.
* [[Sasari Sari]] -- L'yhta gets along well with Sasari, or so she believes, and is quite interested in figuring out how to help her in better controlling her magicks.
* [[Sasani Sani]] -- Perhaps surprisingly, L'yhta can in fact tell Sasari and Sasani apart. She thinks Sasani is particularly sweet.
* [[Kerin Misteyes]] -- While still on somewhat formal terms with this conjurer of the Fane, L'yhta considers Kerin a friend... usually. Their relationship is strained by a vacillating level of trust, driven by Kerin's fear of L'yhta's potential and L'yhta's concern over Kerin's beliefs.
* [[Zagi'zi Kumai]] -- Despite claims that he's lost his arrogance and found a new appreciation for others, L'yhta still despises this "insufferable arse," and can't conceive of why people she knows enjoy spending time with him. She believes they have more in common than either of them would ever admit, and that perceived kinship is why she doesn't actively work against him.
* [[Kurenai Nagi]] -- The relationship between this au ra and L'yhta has, of late, become rather complicated, growing from a sisterly love to something quite different. L'yhta has sworn to give her own life to save Kurenai's, should it come to it.
* [[Aidan Hayward]] -- L'yhta met Aidan through a random leve and, despite a rocky start, the two of them had a rather torrid relationship. The two have broken up under what appears to be rather unpleasant circumstances.
* [[Llaine Tetheros]] -- Llaine and L'yhta built a relationship and ultimately a marriage by way of a long-term friendship, but for reasons L'yhta refuses to disclose other than "a big fight," the two have parted ways, with Llaine having had Eamont release her from her oath to the Tower. L'yhta still claims to love Llaine, but her discussion of the relationship and its end seems to be tinged with a great deal of bitterness.
* [[Anzu Sakata]] -- Sakata Anzu and L'yhta grew to become friends through a series of long and somewhat awkward conversations. L'yhta sees her as another surrogate sister, albeit one who needs her advice more than who can give it.
* [[Braxis Wynterwulf]] -- L'yhta isn't quite sure what to make of Ser Braxis, other than that he seems honorable and that he and Llaine often seem a lot closer than she and Llaine do (or did). She's often rather jealous of him.
* [[Myradin Aurelia]] -- Even though she knows her birth name is Mitsune, L'yhta continues to refer to her as Myradin, and considers this auri priestess to be one of her closest confidants -- when she's around, at any rate.
* [[Elrick Ashwynn]] -- L'yhta helped settle an argument for this adventurer, and the two have since entered into a relationship. His wisdom, care, and surprising depths have drawn her closer to him.
* [[C'eleni Meztli]] -- Eleni has quickly grown to be one of L'yhta's closest friends, by way of her persistent smile and infectious optimism. In her, L'yhta sees a kindred spirit.
* Cieranaux Aramont -- Robert Fletcher's apprentice prior to L'yhta, Cieranaux has nothing but disrespect for her and typically lobs idle insults and cliché attacks in her direction -- a way to show his distaste for her while reminding her that she's, to him, nothing more than a trifle that doesn't warrant a more serious effort. After nearly murdering him and being pulled back from the brink by two of her friends, she's decided to just dismiss him as not worth her trouble.
* Volkido Tekido -- Robert Fletcher's personal assistant, this lalafell is the majordomo of the Ivory Tower and also acts as L'yhta's personal assistant. As much as he complains about being put upon by these "wizards with their heads in the clouds," and the "foolish girl" that he's "stuck with," Volkido cares deeply for her and the other wizards.
* L'ehli Tia -- When L'yhta last went to Greencliff, this tia -- one of her nephews by her eldest sister -- followed her back. Volkido has set him up with an apartment using L'yhta's funds so he can remain in the city; he's currently training at the Coral Tower to join the Yellowjackets.
* Solaxia -- L'yhta's agreed to, along with Clalaris, train this excitable sylph in the ways of magic. While Solaxia would much rather learn Thaumaturgy from Stompy One (as she calls L'yhta), L'yhta's pushed the sylph to learn Conjury from Moogle One (aka Clalaris) first.
* Lydia Burroughs -- This alleged defector from the Garleans was complicit in a dire crime committed against one of L'yhta's best friends. L'yhta told Nathalanee she wanted her to decide how to handle the captive, and so Lydia was turned over to the Twin Adder for debriefing despite L'yhta's misgivings. While she hopes the hyur can make good on the second chance she's been given, L'yhta is keeping a close eye on her and won't hesitate to try to put an end to this experiment if it goes even the least bit awry.

==Characteristics==
[[Image:L'yhtaMahreFlat.jpg|right|thumb|300px|L'yhta, envisioned by [http://mitchfoust.deviantart.com Mitch Foust]]]
* '''Nicknames''': Lyta (to most non-miqo'te), Yhta (to very close friends only)
* '''Age''': 24
** '''Nameday''': 12th sun of the 3rd Astral Moon, 1555 of 6th Astral Era
* '''Gender''': Female
** '''Sexuality''': Bisexual, though largely preferring men
** '''Marital Status''': Single, once again
* '''Alignment''': Chaotic Good/Unprincipled
* '''Height''': 5 fulms, 5 ilms
* '''Weight''': Generally around 120 to 130 ponz
* '''Body''': Thin, lanky, but with a wiry musculature
* '''Hair''': Varies, but naturally, long, straight, and violet
* '''Eyes''': Iridescent heliotrope
* '''Skin''': Mocha, with chocolate facial markings
* '''Clothing''': In public, she tends to robes, pants or leggings, high boots, and ring guards or fingerless gloves. As of late, she's also been wearing fairly "daring" outfits involving short skirts and light, sleeveless tops. Her choice of clothing in public is as fluid as her mood, though unless she has no alternative, she never wears armor heavier than a breastplate or chain-backed robes and heavy leather boots. In private, she usually wears leggings and a bandeau top, light and minimal smallclothes, or nothing at all.

===Likes===
* Music and dancing
* Battle and violence (though she'd only confess to "battles to protect people")
* Jellied fruits -- or any fruit, really
* Conversation, especially about magic, philosophy, and religion
* Proving how great she is
* Being surprised by someone's knowledge and talents
* Being teased (though she'd ''never'' admit that)
* Confident people who don't take themselves or life too seriously

===Dislikes===
* Probing questions about her tribal past or ''especially'' about her sexuality
* Being corrected, even when she's clearly screwed up
* Miqo'te females who fit the "cute" or "sexy" stereotype, as well as those who support tribal culture
* People who deny her "clearly obvious brilliance"
* The nobility and anyone else who seek to impose their will on others
* Arrogant people, especially those who claim noble blood or divine right
* "Fanatic cultists:" Ishgardians, Garleans, and sometimes Gridanians (depending on how much they use "the will of the Elementals" to justify their actions)

[[Image:Lyhta mahre sanguinefenrir.png|right|thumb|300px|L'yhta envisioned by '''sanguineFenrir''']]
===Areas of Expertise===
* '''Martial''': Thaumaturgy, Arcanima, Conjury; Thaumaturgy is her strongest Discipline, followed by Arcanima, then Conjury.
** L'yhta has a strong amateur's skill in one-handed swordplay, but rarely uses it in the field except to advance her research or if she has no other options.
* '''Crafting''': Engraving, magitek modification
** She has some experience in alchemy and goldsmithing, but is a rough beginner except where they're necessary for her research. She knows enough tailoring to patch her own clothes. Mostly, she relies on others to keep her non-magical equipment and clothes in good shape.
* '''Other''': Magic theory, literacy, area knowledge, vocal performance, dancing, being insufferably upbeat
** L'yhta's particular area of expertise in magic theory is what she calls "esotery" -- archaic and often "odd" practices of magic that don't neatly fit into the three Eorzean Disciplines. This includes melding the different Disciplines together to produce novel effects. She also has a passing familiarity with astrology, astromancy, and a variety of other practices of magic.

===Strengths===
* '''Magically adept''': L'yhta has a considerable natural talent for weaving Aether and practices all three Disciplines of Magic (though she's not ''nearly'' as great as she thinks she is).
* '''Driven''': When she's set her mind to something, it's very difficult to dissuade her.
* '''Witty''': L'yhta can be pretty quick with a quip or a joke about a situation, even in the midst of a pitched battle.
* '''Active''': If nothing else, L'yhta is a constant dynamo of energy. She does have an "off switch," so to speak, but most of the time, she's always in motion.
* '''Sidethinker''': When she does actually deign to plan, she's good at coming up with unexpected alternative solutions to problems.
* '''High alcohol tolerance''': As a result of growing up with small beers and her training with the Wizards' Choir (some of which involved heavy drinking and the consumption of "recreational" herbs and potions), L'yhta has a shockingly high alcohol tolerance, especially for someone her size. It's said she's drunk even salty Roegadyn sailors under the table, though not without having to be carried out of the tavern afterwards.
* '''Optimistic''': Everything's going to be great, Eorzea's heading to a greater tomorrow, and there's no way we can make the same mistakes of the past -- or so L'yhta believes. Going hand in hand with her naivete, she's boundlessly optimistic and typically views the bright side of any situation.

===Weaknesses===
* '''Physically inept''': While she has improved her physical skills, L'yhta is still far more powerful magickally; she'll never win a sword duel, for instance.
* '''Naive''': L'yhta believes that people are essentially good, that evil is always obvious, and that Good will always triumph over Evil in the end. More subtle and devious forms of wickedness can slip right under her nose, and as a result she's not the best judge of character.
* '''Imperceptive''': It could be her overconfidence blinding her, a consequence of her stubbornness when her mind is on another task, or merely a natural trait, but L'yhta is notably poor at noticing things that are out of the ordinary unless she's explicitly looking for them. As a Seeker of the Sun, her night vision is also fairly poor (which is one reason she likes staves that glow, besides how "stylish" they are). Her lack of perception often even extends to picking up on social cues.
* '''Stubborn''': Going hand in hand with being driven, once she's chosen a course of action -- for good or ill -- she rarely changes her mind unless the situation changes such that she has no other option. If she, for instance, decides someone is evil, it's very difficult to convince her otherwise. Precious few people can get her to second-guess her decisions, particularly in the heat of the moment.
* '''Overconfident''': At present, nothing in the world can convince "Limsa Lominsa's most spectaculofabulous sorcerer" that she's not, in fact, "Utterly Excellent" and "Destined for Great Things." This overconfidence more often than not leads her to take unnecessary, completely foolish risks. One of the most common demonstrations of this is her casually dismissive attitude towards both danger and her enemies. Some suspect that this overconfidence is really just overcompensation for her...
* '''Self-image issues''': As a result of her upbringing, L'yhta feels that magic is the only thing she's actually any good at, and that she has very few other positive qualities. This is usually extremely well-hidden behind her veil of overconfidence, but it comes out from time to time in pointedly negative comments she makes about herself, perseveration on others' off-handed comments about her, and dramatic changes in behavior or clothing based on the observations of others. For instance, a simple "isn't that outfit a little tight for you?" from an acquaintance can get her to run away to change clothes into something dramatically different, even if she were just proudly showing the outfit off.
* '''Lack of planning''': L'yhta rarely plans her actions in advance, preferring instead a "Geronimo!" approach of leaping before she looks. The term "poor impulse control" fits her, and when she feels she has to plan (or is forced to do so), she tends to get fidgety and impatient.

==Other Notes==
[[Image:LyhtaMahreNobootsFinalJPeg-Eckzein.jpg|right|thumb|300px|L'yhta dancing, envisioned by '''Eckzein''']]
[[Image:Lyhta-aria.jpg|right|thumb|300px|L'yhta being smug, envisioned by '''A'ria''']]
[[Image:ChibiMaker-Lyhta.jpg|right|thumb|200px|Chibi L'yhta-chan?!?]]
===Naming===
L'yhta usually uses a slightly simplified version of her name, "Lyta," among non-miqo'te primarily because she dislikes them butchering its actual pronunciation and spelling. It's easier and less obnoxious, in her mind, to just use a name that matches how people would typically read her name anyway. As such, she often uses the alias on legal documents in the city-states to simplify transactions. Among other miqo'te, however, she uses and prefers her real name. In close company, she, like many Seekers of the Sun, is known to drop her tribe letter and call herself Yhta (EE-tah).

===Religion===
L'yhta venerates the Twelve, but doesn't worship them, nor does she recognize any of them as her patron deity. If anything, she views Hydaelyn itself as her patron based on recent events. She feels that the circumstances of her life are proof of two things: one, she's been chosen for a Great Destiny by the Mothercrystal, and two, Nymeia has chosen to bless her, perhaps for this reason. Perhaps surprisingly, L'yhta isn't egotistical or outspoken about either of these beliefs or religion in general. In fact, she's typically awkward in such discussions, approaching them extremely tentatively (especially with regards to the Echo, which she views as both a blessing and a curse that makes her "weird").

===Quirks===
L'yhta adores jellied and candied fruits, and is rarely without a pouch of them. She also tends to introduce herself using made-up adjectives, usually created by forcefully merging two words, to describe her "greatness;" for instance, she's been known to refer to herself as "stupendiferous," "brilliantastic," and "magnifijestic." She'll often apply this sort of puffery to her friends, particularly when introducing them or cheering on their successes.

===Equipment===
L'yhta has acquired through her travels a fairly significant collection of artifacts that can channel and focus Aether, ranging from Nymian books to Allagan rods, from Belah'dian swords to Amdapori staves. Most of her robes and other clothes are commissioned bespoke, then enchanted by her; she spends considerable gil on "looking stylish," as she puts it. She especially likes modern recreations of ancient designs, such as Nymian outfits. However, she does have a relatively small collection of acquired clothing, including some highly magicked smallclothes that she came across in an Ishgardian fortress that'd been overrun by Voidsent.

In addition to this equipment, L'yhta has a wide variety of stolen and modified magitek (including a Reaper she's painted a garish metallic yellow) that she uses along with specialized spells of her own design to either deflect attacks or imbue her weapons -- specifically, a magitek sword -- with magical force. The net effect is that she can become quite difficult to hurt, but her lack of expertise and physical ability leave her relatively inept at actually landing any blows. When she's "cheating" in this way, she can't channel Aether for more direct spells. Despite her best efforts (and probably for the good of Eorzea generally), she remains unable to call forth and precisely control enough Aether to do so, and the effects of the magitek on the local Aetheric flows would make attempts to do so rather unsafe, to put it mildly.

===Rumours===
The following rumours can be heard about L'yhta, predominantly in Limsa Lominsa. (Please feel free to add your character's thoughts here as well.)

====Common rumours====
* "Remember that wizard, Robert Wotshisname? The one with the white hair? Yeah, he was ''totally'' making his bed with that Seeker girl, ifyaknowwhatImean."
* "Nah, she was just leading him on to get his inheritance once he was returned to the sea."
* "I heard she's been working with the Maelstrom as some kind of 'consulting mage' after she stopped some huge fishback ritual."
* "I never seen someone who weren't a kid, drunk, or a whore hug people as much as she does. An' she's no child, so whaddya think that says about her?"

====Uncommon rumours====
* "Remember what I said about her killing her family? She went back to finish the job! Why else's she got black hair now?"
* "Oh, I heard that she actually killed that old man she was bedding! She hit him with a spell while he was fighting on the front lines."
* "I used ta say she had no magical power, b-but... listen, bub, I-I saw her ''vaporize'' a ship's mast at full sail! Snap, boom, it was just ''gone''!"
* "I saw her bring an injured hyur to Fallgourd Float... then hire an adventurer to shoot the poor woman if she tried to leave! What kind of horrible creature would do such a thing?"
* "Shh! Keep it down! I heard she pushed someone off th' side of the city when he talked bad about her an' Seekers, then set 'im on fire on th' way down!"

====Rare rumours====
* "L'yhta's family is looking for her, and they're worried sick that she's going to fall in with a bad crowd or get killed."
* "She travels between here, Gridania, and Ul'dah a lot -- I bet she's a secret assassin working for some rich noble."
* "That green-haired miqo'te she's been hanging around? They're lovers, I heard. Yeah -- and that older elezen she's around, too, and those two lalafell with the staves. Typical miqo'te, bedding anything with a heartbeat..."

====What PCs are saying====

* "L'yhta? She is a tad excitable, yes, but then she tends to find exciting things. It all balances out, really, and it makes for interesting stories to tell." --[[Sazhi'to Bajhiri]]
* "A female who shares my distaste for the tribes. Fancies herself a sorcerer, too. She'll definitely be a good resource if she's half as learned as she claims to be." -- [[Fio Arasgain]]
* "A very good friend. Always good for a hug! And for exploring dangerous ruins with reckless disregard for our own well-being." - [[Kellach Woods]]
* "Oh- L'yhta! The sorcerer, hm? Hells, I really meant to speak with her again- she inspired me to try and take up more of the magical arts than I thought ''plausible'' before. I am still ''quite'' interested to see how she managed to meld Arcanima and Thaumaturgey, and those experiments ''did'' sound intriguing. ... I wonder if she remembers me; how time gets away up here. . ." -- [[Xavarian Mystrife]]
* "L'yhta's adorable. She's got a neat way of talking and some of the stuff's over my head but I can tell she's got a good heart! Plus she's a lot like me in some ways. More than the Miqo'te thing, and she doesn't have the glowy hair, but still..." -- [[Karaki Crystalis]]
* "L'yhta is my closest friend, my sister, and my most trusted confidant. There are not words to describe what she means to me, but suffice it to say that I would give everything for her sake. Whether it be delving into dangerous ruins, facing down hordes of enemies, or unlocking the mysteries of this world, I know I can count on her, and she on me." - [[Llaine Tetheros]]
* "Oh! L'yhta is a great teacher and a best friend, and gives amazing hugs! Those three things together make an unmatched winning combo, and I know no one better than her to wield it!" - [[C'eleni Meztli]]

===Known Haunts===
You might have run into or otherwise know L'yhta from:

* Mornings at the Bismarck in Limsa Lominsa, where she's usually there just after dawn for tea and fruit.
* All three magical guilds, which she regularly frequents and almost always with a journal in hand.
* The shores of La Noscea (particularly near Mist), where she's known to go swimming on a somewhat regular basis.
* Raids on Garlean encampments and Castrums, both formal and informal.

==References==
[[Image:Lyhta_Mahre_Face_2.png|thumb|300px|right|''"Time to be Big Damn Heroes!"'']]
* [http://ffxiv-roleplayers.com/showthread.php?tid=2688&pid=36966#pid36966 100 Questions About L'yhta]
* [http://ffxiv-roleplayers.com/showthread.php?tid=1999&pid=39718#pid39718 Character references (for art)]
* [http://ffxiv-roleplayers.com/showthread.php?tid=3266&pid=40557#pid40557 RP connections wanted for L'yhta]
* [http://ffxiv-roleplayers.com/showthread.php?tid=3039 You might know L'yhta from...]
* [http://ffxiv-roleplayers.com/showthread.php?tid=3227 What L'yhta eats]
* [http://ffxiv-roleplayers.com/showthread.php?tid=3144 Where L'yhta sleeps]

===OOC Inspirations===
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L'yhta is inspired by [[Wikipedia:Eleventh Doctor|Matt Smith's Eleventh Doctor]] -- particularly her "devil may care" attitude and wild overconfidence -- as well as [[wikipedia:Lina Inverse|Lina Inverse]]. Apparently, she also shares a fair number of characteristics with [[Wikipedia:Leslie Knope|Leslie Knope]] (in her loyalty and need to control situations) and [[Wikipedia:Scott Pilgrim|Scott Pilgrim]] (particularly in how self-absorbed she can be). Her casual disregard for danger and general expectation that everything will inevitably turn out in her favor is disturbingly similar to that of [[Wikipedia:Sterling Archer|Sterling Archer]].
<section end=featured-blurb />

L'yhta Mahre

2017-02-04T06:00:03Z

FreelanceWizard: /* Affiliations and Known Associates */ +1, some updates

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| name = L'yhta Mahre
| image = Lyhta-tiergan.jpg
| imagewidth = 350
| caption = L'yhta, envisioned by '''Tiergan'''
| title = Stupendiferous Magnifijestic Mage
| gender = Female
| citizenship = Limsa Lominsa
| race = Miqo'te
| clan = Seekers of the Sun
| server = Balmung
| stat_1 = Age
| stat_1_value = 24
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'''L'yhta Mahre''' (LEE-tah MAH-ray), formally known as '''Yhta of the Vipers, sired by L'mahre Nunh''' and commonly as '''Lyta''' (lie-TUH), is a miqo'te Seeker of the Sun who nominally lives in Limsa Lominsa. She was once the Voice of [http://www.themysterium.org Mysterium], but is now just one of its Masters. Her formal address in the Ivory Tower is Wizard Yhta Mahre, Master of Mysterium, Thaumaturge, Conjurer, Arcanist, Astromancer; by Aether illuminated, Beacon of Hope.

==Appearance==
L'yhta is a tall (approximately 5' 5") miqo'te female with dark skin and long dark purple hair that she keeps tied back out of her face. She has bright, almost iridescent heliotrope eyes with the usual slits of her clan. Her tail is quite long for a Seeker of the Sun and, like her ears, often expressive. Her build is thin and gangly; she's not particularly shapely, though she has lately put on a bit of wiry muscle. Her face has the markings inherent to some of the Seekers of the Sun -- three on each side in an tiger stripe pattern. L'yhta's voice is an untrained [[Wikipedia:Mezzo-soprano#Dramatic|dramatic mezzo-soprano]], fairly low for someone her size. She doesn't exhibit much of an accent, if any, when she speaks, except perhaps when she's particularly inebriated.

As of late, L'yhta's begun dying her hair and tail regularly, as well as changing her hair style seemingly at a whim. This began after she took a "sabbatical" to Greencliff around the time of the Starlight Celebration in the 5th year of the Seventh Umbral Era; exactly why that prompted her to take such a whimsical, impulsive approach to her hair has yet to be disclosed.

==History==
[[Image:L'yhta Mahre by Emadra.JPG|300px|left|thumb|L'yhta, envisioned by '''Emadra''']]
In western La Noscea resides the small fishing village of Greencliff, named for its high cliffs and its relatively dense, yet small, nearby forest. The village was originally home to a small population of Sea Wolves, but they found themselves outnumbered by an influx of Seekers of the Sun approximately 95 years ago when L'sharhl Nunh established the area as hunting grounds for the Viper tribe and assumed the title of nunh there. As the miqo'te made their homes in the area and largely shifted to an agricultural and aquacultural lifestyle, the Roegadyn population slowly decreased, eventually leaving the village almost entirely to the newcomers. It was into this settled branch of the Vipers that L'yhta was born, the fifth child of L'arhi Xahlo and L'mahre Nunh.

L'yhta's early life was unremarkable; she had no especially outstanding characteristics other than a quick wit and a keen mind -- neither of which were particularly impressive, much less useful, in a village used to eking out a living through fishing and the occasional felling of lumber to fuel [[Limsa Lominsa]]'s demand for ships. As far as the other miqo'te of Greencliff were concerned, what was remarkable about L'yhta was exactly how unremarkable she was. The tall girl proved to be passable with an axe, vaguely competent with the spear, moderately capable of catching fish, and not especially attractive, either. This surprised those who expected great things of the children of L'mahre Nunh and L'arhi Xahlo. L'mahre was considered by most to be one of the branch's greater nunh; his physical strength and virility were highly praised. L'arhi, for her part, had borne seven children, an impressive number by any standards. The only son she bore him, L'rhilo Tia, was held as a pure example of miqo'te excellence. With gleaming golden hair, dashing features, lightning reflexes, and sparkling silver and gold heterochromic eyes, he was already beginning to turn the heads of the women of the tribe and sparking rumours that he'd prove to be the next nunh. L'yhta's sisters were equally fine specimens: tall, beautiful, and possessed of a nearly regal grace. By contrast, the lanky, average L'yhta was quite a disappointment. Nevertheless, L'arhi remained supportive, hoping that her fifth child would find ''something'' at which she'd be more than just minimally competent, even if that were simply bearing children to the nunh. For her part, the often isolated L'yhta spent a great deal of time staring out into the stars and across the sea and wondering if her destiny were always to be so painfully mundane.

Then, the Calamity changed everything. Bahamut's fire scourged the land, and amidst the chaos, L'mahre Nunh was struck by a shower of superheated shards of rock. While he survived, he lost a leg and an arm in the attack. Unwilling to see someone else lay his father low, L'rhilo Tia challenged him for the position of nunh. The fight was short; it took mere moments for the son to defeat the father. The tribe looked on as L'rhilo, hovering over the fallen nunh, exchanged brief whispered words with him -- then tore out his throat. To this day, no one knows exactly what L'mahre said to L'rhilo; some suggest the father asked his son to end his suffering, while others whisper that the once nunh begged for mercy and L'rhilo killed him anyway. Regardless of the truth, L'rhilo Tia became L'rhilo Nunh that day, and he celebrated the victory that night with some of the most beautiful women of the tribe.

It wasn't long after he ascended to the position of nunh that L'rhilo came to L'yhta to ask her to his bed. While it wasn't unexpected that he'd attempt to carry on the impressive lineage of his mother and father, what surprised everyone (especially L'yhta) was when he passed over her elder sisters in favor of a lanky 16 year old. L'yhta doesn't discuss what exactly he said to her, other than that he made it abundantly clear that he expected her to do her duty to the tribe and bear his children. What the whole tribe knows is what happened next: when the sun rose the next day, L'yhta was gone.

To this day, L'yhta isn't entirely sure what prompted her to flee her fate. She would like to believe it was her wanderlust and curiosity pulling her away from a fettered life, but it was more likely due to the arrogant, lascivious, and forceful insistence of someone she'd previously trusted and saw as a friend. Rather than acquiesce, L'yhta collected some food, a spare set of clothes, and some small carved shells and pearls given to her by her mother, then headed south towards the only landmark she knew: a large lighthouse. It was there that she was able to trade the pearls for gil, then use the gil to travel to Limsa Lominsa to start a new life.

L'yhta was naturally overwhelmed by Limsa Lominsa when she first arrived. What struck her most of all was the way the miqo'te there acted. They were overly cheerful, extremely outgoing, and entirely willing to use their bodies to their advantage (and sometimes profit). Unwilling to take up any of the "trades" that were not so gently suggested to her by the city's more salty inhabitants, L'yhta instead wandered the city, using the last of her gil to secure lodging while she tried to figure out her next step. It was during one of these walks that she quite literally ran into Robert Fletcher, an antiquated hyur with piercing green eyes and an explosion of white hair bursting from his head. Little did she know that this man was a powerful Thaumaturge and also the Voice of the Wizards' Choir; she also wasn't aware that he'd been watching her, intrigued by a Seeker of the Sun without a purpose but a gift for the arcane. Robert took her in and introduced her to the three disciplines of magic, and was pleased to see her quickly learn to command her own Aether as well as to call upon that of the land. For her part, L'yhta was both shocked and ecstatic that she'd finally found something that she wouldn't make a fool of herself at -- something where her skill would live up to the name of her father. As part of her training, Robert introduced her to the rituals of the Choir and inducted her as his apprentice.

For the next four years, L'yhta lived with Robert, who she viewed as a quirky grandfather, and trained under him and the five other superannuated Chairs of the Choir. She came to love her strange new family of aging spellcasters, and they, while they could be annoyed by her youthful enthusiasm, cared for her as an adpoted child. Sadly, this life wouldn't last for long. In year 5 of the seventh umbral era, the Choir was requested by the Foreign Levy to help defend the city against a Sahagin assault. Ultimately, the Maelstrom won the battle, but at a terrible cost -- all of the Choir's members were struck down save L'yhta, who Robert insisted stay behind the lines. When she rushed to her mentor's side, his last words stuck in her memory: ''"Sing with a new Choir, young Voice."''

Since she's continued her training within the various magical guilds of Eorzea, L'yhta has discovered that she possesses the Echo. She theorizes this might be why she has such a faculty for channeling Aether, though more importantly, she's ''quite sure'' this means that she has a great destiny she needs to fulfill.

==Personality==
[[Image:Lyhta-levecard.jpg|200px|left|A guildleve card for L'yhta, by '''Nahue''']]
L'yhta is typical of many Seekers of the Sun in that she can be impulsive and tends to speak her mind; like her brethren, she shows her emotions readily, which often makes her seem more flighty and impulsive than she actually is. She's somewhat naïve, tending to believe that people are usually good, that evil is always apparent and obvious, and that everyone wants to hear and see truth spoken to power. It helps that she has a sharp wit and a constant enthusiasm, though this latter trait sometimes grates on others' nerves. At times, she can be self-centered, petulant, and altogether childish, especially when her naivete about the world is challenged, when something stands between her and her goals, when she makes what she perceives to be a mistake, or when she feels like she's lost control of a situation. When her friends are threatened -- or when she ''perceives'' that they're being threatened or have been wronged by the forces of "Evil and Awful" -- she can be stubbornly dismissive and brutally violent and tends not to react well if asked to stay her hand, turning her ire on those same friends instead. In general, L'yhta is quite open about her feelings; if she likes you, you'll know it, and if she doesn't like you or is angry with you, she'll make ''sure'' you know that. Subtlety and deception aren't typically part of her repertoire.

L'yhta is also known to put on a bit of a haughty air when discussions of race come up. To L'yhta, miqo'te who fall into the "cute, sexy cat" stereotype -- "domesticated kittens," as she calls them -- are denigrating their whole race and contributing to the hypersexualization of miqo'te women. She also holds the other races with a degree of contempt for supporting this behavior by employing miqo'te as dancers and prostitutes. However, L'yhta also holds no love for tribal miqo'te, who she feels are limiting themselves and their race in addition to participating in what she now considers a barbaric system of mating. Her time in Limsa Lominsa has given her a strong desire for freedom and a respect for the dual virtues of self-sufficiency and teamwork, and the incompatibility of these with tribal miqo'te culture is part of why she holds it in such contempt.

Generally, L'yhta is fairly reserved in large social gatherings where she doesn't know most of the people there. She tends to keep to herself, away from the crowd. If approached, she's her usual gregarious, talkative self, but she doesn't seek out interactions (unless she happens to notice something that captures her eye, such as a Nymian relic or new spell). In bars in and around Limsa Lominsa, this tends to cause a fair number of rumours about "t'at mage drownin' 'er sorrows at th' end of th' bar." As she doesn't particularly enjoy "people-watching," she typically shies away from particularly raucous taverns unless brought there by someone she knows or they're one of her usual haunts (such as the Missing Member).

Like a young college student, L'yhta believes she's figured the world out thanks to her newfound knowledge and experience, and this has driven her to arrogantly make rash, ill-advised decisions. In general, though, L'yhta's motivated to help others and make the world a better place, even if lately she's taken on a rather significant anti-authoritarian streak. In D&D terms, her alignment is '''Chaotic Good'''. In Palladium terms, she's closest to '''Unprincipled''' these days (though she has some disturbingly '''Aberrant''' behaviors).

==Affiliations and Known Associates==
L'yhta is a citizen of Limsa Lominsa and a member of the Foreign Levy of the Maelstrom; technically speaking, she holds the rank of Second Storm Lieutenant, though both she and the Maelstrom largely consider that honorary, and she certainly wouldn't use it except, perhaps, to pull rank on an intransigent supply officer or hapless private in a moment of great need. Additionally, as part of the cooperative exchange program established by the three Grand Companies, she often acts as a consultant on matters of magic for the Immortal Flames and the Twin Adder. Finally, L'yhta is a Master of [http://www.themysterium.org Mysterium], an order of mages based out of Limsa Lominsa.

In particular, L'yhta has been known to have significant connections with (in no particular order, save that NPCs are last):

* [[Clalaris Sil Laris]] -- A lalafellin conjurer and, it's rumoured, white mage of Gridania is one of her closest friends. L'yhta feels she can talk to her about anything, which has led to more than a few awkward conversations.
* [[Nathalanee Reinhart]] -- Nathalanee was once L'yhta's girlfriend, but the two appear to have broken up after Nathalanee went on an extended mission for the Twin Adders. L'yhta still speaks very fondly of the miqo'te, though, and stridently defends her against those who may speak ill of her.
* [[Eamont Desormaux]] -- This elezen conjurer is essentially L'yhta's surrogate father, though some believe their relationship is rather more than platonic.
* [[Seth Honeybrew]] -- Seth is, quite shockingly, the only person from whom L'yhta will accept casual racism towards miqo'te. Exactly why she's willing to laugh off from Seth what from others would usually get a verbal barrage isn't clear, but it is clear she considers him a good friend.
* [[Sazhi'to Bajhiri]] -- L'yhta feels a particular kinship to Sazhi'to (who she often just calls "Sazhi"), as both of them are, in her mind, refugees from tribal malfeasance. As for his sister, Mholi... L'yhta would be fine pushing her off a cliff.
* [[Rosamund Cartwright]] -- A rich daughter of Limsa Lominsa, Roz is one of L'yhta best friends.
* [[Racilian Lyenum]] -- "Raci," who was once a member of the Ivory Tower, is one of her friends and can always bring a smile to her face.
* [[Gus Pumpkinweed]] -- Gus was once one of L'yhta's apprentices, and the two of them got along quite well (perhaps due to the fact that they both have a strong drive towards excellence). She's ecstatic to hear that he's now opened a business of his own.
* [[Kevaraan Annorek]] -- This troubled miqo'te lancer was one of L'yhta's close friends before the Seventh Astral Era. She presumes him dead at this point, though she hopes he's just found a place where he can work through his issues.
* [[R'kyala Mahji]] -- Since the two of them met through Camille, they've gotten along smashingly, perhaps because they both act like chocobos hopped up on X-Ethers.
* [[Paran Hywel]] -- Paran and L'yhta have largely patched up their past issues, and have gone back to being friends. Lately, L'yhta has been offering him relationship advice and, perhaps, coming to some rather key realizations about herself in the process.
* [[Camille Everardi]] -- L'yhta enjoys Camille's company and her keen intellect and ability to plan. She feels Camille is wise beyond her years.
* [[K'hane Tariq]] -- Since she was released from the influence of a powerful voidsent, K'hane's returned to "normal," though L'yhta wishes she'd show more of her confidence. "There's got to be a middle ground, right?"
* [[Deitrych Brownlowe]] -- This bounty hunter is viewed by most in the Tower as somewhere between weird and extremely creepy, but L'yhta finds him to be largely misunderstood and quirkily charming. The two have interacted much less after certain revelations regarding his interactions with Clalaris.
* [[Kellach Woods]] -- L'yhta met Kellach at a beach party when he was still an employee of XI:7. She likes both his enthusiasm and humbleness, and she'd like to show him more magic as she feels he has a strong talent for the art.
* [[Fio Arasgain]] -- This chef at the Bismarck and skilled warrior is someone L'yhta respects, as he's a fellow refugee from the tribal life. She feels they have a lot in common and could become closer friends.
* [[Karaki Crystalis]] -- After a rocky start, L'yhta's found that she and this miqo'te from the East have a lot in common. She considers him a friend and hopes to be able to "correct" his less personable qualities.
* [[Cliodhna Eoghan]] -- Cliodhna and L'yhta have crossed paths a few times, and they've a friendship forged on a mutual love of fun and helping others. Their friendship has deepened as they've spent more time together and seen more of each other's darker secrets.
* [[Sasari Sari]] -- L'yhta gets along well with Sasari, or so she believes, and is quite interested in figuring out how to help her in better controlling her magicks.
* [[Sasani Sani]] -- Perhaps surprisingly, L'yhta can in fact tell Sasari and Sasani apart. She thinks Sasani is particularly sweet.
* [[Kerin Misteyes]] -- While still on somewhat formal terms with this conjurer of the Fane, L'yhta considers Kerin a friend... usually. Their relationship is strained by a vacillating level of trust, driven by Kerin's fear of L'yhta's potential and L'yhta's concern over Kerin's beliefs.
* [[Zagi'zi Kumai]] -- Despite claims that he's lost his arrogance and found a new appreciation for others, L'yhta still despises this "insufferable arse," and can't conceive of why people she knows enjoy spending time with him. She believes they have more in common than either of them would ever admit, and that perceived kinship is why she doesn't actively work against him.
* [[Kurenai Nagi]] -- The relationship between this au ra and L'yhta has, of late, become rather complicated, growing from a sisterly love to something quite different. L'yhta is intrigued, if not obsessed, with the young woman, and has sworn to give her own life to save Kurenai's, should it come to it.
* [[Aidan Hayward]] -- L'yhta met Aidan through a random leve and, despite a rocky start, the two of them had a rather torrid relationship. The two have broken up under what appears to be rather unpleasant circumstances.
* [[Llaine Tetheros]] -- Llaine and L'yhta built a relationship and ultimately a marriage by way of a long-term friendship, but for reasons L'yhta refuses to disclose other than "a big fight," the two have parted ways, with Llaine having had Eamont release her from her oath to the Tower. L'yhta still claims to love Llaine, but her discussion of the relationship and its end seems to be tinged with a great deal of bitterness.
* [[Anzu Sakata]] -- Sakata Anzu and L'yhta grew to become friends through a series of long and somewhat awkward conversations. L'yhta sees her as another surrogate sister, albeit one who needs her advice more than who can give it.
* [[Braxis Wynterwulf]] -- L'yhta isn't quite sure what to make of Ser Braxis, other than that he seems honorable and that he and Llaine often seem a lot closer than she and Llaine do (or did). She's often rather jealous of him.
* [[Myradin Aurelia]] -- Even though she knows her birth name is Mitsune, L'yhta continues to refer to her as Myradin, and considers this auri priestess to be one of her closest confidants -- when she's around, at any rate.
* [[Elrick Ashwynn]] -- L'yhta helped settle an argument for this adventurer, and the two have since become close friends (and, some say, more).
* Cieranaux Aramont -- Robert Fletcher's apprentice prior to L'yhta, Cieranaux has nothing but disrespect for her and typically lobs idle insults and cliché attacks in her direction -- a way to show his distaste for her while reminding her that she's, to him, nothing more than a trifle that doesn't warrant a more serious effort. After nearly murdering him and being pulled back from the brink by two of her friends, she's decided to just dismiss him as not worth her trouble.
* Volkido Tekido -- Robert Fletcher's personal assistant, this lalafell is the majordomo of the Ivory Tower and also acts as L'yhta's personal assistant. As much as he complains about being put upon by these "wizards with their heads in the clouds," and the "foolish girl" that he's "stuck with," Volkido cares deeply for her and the other wizards.
* L'ehli Tia -- When L'yhta last went to Greencliff, this tia -- one of her nephews by her eldest sister -- followed her back. Volkido has set him up with an apartment using L'yhta's funds so he can remain in the city; he's currently training at the Coral Tower to join the Yellowjackets.
* Solaxia -- L'yhta's agreed to, along with Clalaris, train this excitable sylph in the ways of magic. While Solaxia would much rather learn Thaumaturgy from Stompy One (as she calls L'yhta), L'yhta's pushed the sylph to learn Conjury from Moogle One (aka Clalaris) first.
* Lydia Burroughs -- This alleged defector from the Garleans was complicit in a dire crime committed against one of L'yhta's best friends. L'yhta told Nathalanee she wanted her to decide how to handle the captive, and so Lydia was turned over to the Twin Adder for debriefing despite L'yhta's misgivings. While she hopes the hyur can make good on the second chance she's been given, L'yhta is keeping a close eye on her and won't hesitate to try to put an end to this experiment if it goes even the least bit awry.

==Characteristics==
[[Image:L'yhtaMahreFlat.jpg|right|thumb|300px|L'yhta, envisioned by [http://mitchfoust.deviantart.com Mitch Foust]]]
* '''Nicknames''': Lyta (to most non-miqo'te), Yhta (to very close friends only)
* '''Age''': 24
** '''Nameday''': 12th sun of the 3rd Astral Moon, 1555 of 6th Astral Era
* '''Gender''': Female
** '''Sexuality''': Bisexual, though largely preferring men
** '''Marital Status''': Single, once again
* '''Alignment''': Chaotic Good/Unprincipled
* '''Height''': 5 fulms, 5 ilms
* '''Weight''': Generally around 120 to 130 ponz
* '''Body''': Thin, lanky, but with a wiry musculature
* '''Hair''': Varies, but naturally, long, straight, and violet
* '''Eyes''': Iridescent heliotrope
* '''Skin''': Mocha, with chocolate facial markings
* '''Clothing''': In public, she tends to robes, pants or leggings, high boots, and ring guards or fingerless gloves. As of late, she's also been wearing fairly "daring" outfits involving short skirts and light, sleeveless tops. Her choice of clothing in public is as fluid as her mood, though unless she has no alternative, she never wears armor heavier than a breastplate or chain-backed robes and heavy leather boots. In private, she usually wears leggings and a bandeau top, light and minimal smallclothes, or nothing at all.

===Likes===
* Music and dancing
* Battle and violence (though she'd only confess to "battles to protect people")
* Jellied fruits -- or any fruit, really
* Conversation, especially about magic, philosophy, and religion
* Proving how great she is
* Being surprised by someone's knowledge and talents
* Being teased (though she'd ''never'' admit that)
* Confident people who don't take themselves or life too seriously

===Dislikes===
* Probing questions about her tribal past or ''especially'' about her sexuality
* Being corrected, even when she's clearly screwed up
* Miqo'te females who fit the "cute" or "sexy" stereotype, as well as those who support tribal culture
* People who deny her "clearly obvious brilliance"
* The nobility and anyone else who seek to impose their will on others
* Arrogant people, especially those who claim noble blood or divine right
* "Fanatic cultists:" Ishgardians, Garleans, and sometimes Gridanians (depending on how much they use "the will of the Elementals" to justify their actions)

[[Image:Lyhta mahre sanguinefenrir.png|right|thumb|300px|L'yhta envisioned by '''sanguineFenrir''']]
===Areas of Expertise===
* '''Martial''': Thaumaturgy, Arcanima, Conjury; Thaumaturgy is her strongest Discipline, followed by Arcanima, then Conjury.
** L'yhta has a strong amateur's skill in one-handed swordplay, but rarely uses it in the field except to advance her research or if she has no other options.
* '''Crafting''': Engraving, magitek modification
** She has some experience in alchemy and goldsmithing, but is a rough beginner except where they're necessary for her research. She knows enough tailoring to patch her own clothes. Mostly, she relies on others to keep her non-magical equipment and clothes in good shape.
* '''Other''': Magic theory, literacy, area knowledge, vocal performance, dancing, being insufferably upbeat
** L'yhta's particular area of expertise in magic theory is what she calls "esotery" -- archaic and often "odd" practices of magic that don't neatly fit into the three Eorzean Disciplines. This includes melding the different Disciplines together to produce novel effects. She also has a passing familiarity with astrology, astromancy, and a variety of other practices of magic.

===Strengths===
* '''Magically adept''': L'yhta has a considerable natural talent for weaving Aether and practices all three Disciplines of Magic (though she's not ''nearly'' as great as she thinks she is).
* '''Driven''': When she's set her mind to something, it's very difficult to dissuade her.
* '''Witty''': L'yhta can be pretty quick with a quip or a joke about a situation, even in the midst of a pitched battle.
* '''Active''': If nothing else, L'yhta is a constant dynamo of energy. She does have an "off switch," so to speak, but most of the time, she's always in motion.
* '''Sidethinker''': When she does actually deign to plan, she's good at coming up with unexpected alternative solutions to problems.
* '''High alcohol tolerance''': As a result of growing up with small beers and her training with the Wizards' Choir (some of which involved heavy drinking and the consumption of "recreational" herbs and potions), L'yhta has a shockingly high alcohol tolerance, especially for someone her size. It's said she's drunk even salty Roegadyn sailors under the table, though not without having to be carried out of the tavern afterwards.
* '''Optimistic''': Everything's going to be great, Eorzea's heading to a greater tomorrow, and there's no way we can make the same mistakes of the past -- or so L'yhta believes. Going hand in hand with her naivete, she's boundlessly optimistic and typically views the bright side of any situation.

===Weaknesses===
* '''Physically inept''': While she has improved her physical skills, L'yhta is still far more powerful magickally; she'll never win a sword duel, for instance.
* '''Naive''': L'yhta believes that people are essentially good, that evil is always obvious, and that Good will always triumph over Evil in the end. More subtle and devious forms of wickedness can slip right under her nose, and as a result she's not the best judge of character.
* '''Imperceptive''': It could be her overconfidence blinding her, a consequence of her stubbornness when her mind is on another task, or merely a natural trait, but L'yhta is notably poor at noticing things that are out of the ordinary unless she's explicitly looking for them. As a Seeker of the Sun, her night vision is also fairly poor (which is one reason she likes staves that glow, besides how "stylish" they are). Her lack of perception often even extends to picking up on social cues.
* '''Stubborn''': Going hand in hand with being driven, once she's chosen a course of action -- for good or ill -- she rarely changes her mind unless the situation changes such that she has no other option. If she, for instance, decides someone is evil, it's very difficult to convince her otherwise. Precious few people can get her to second-guess her decisions, particularly in the heat of the moment.
* '''Overconfident''': At present, nothing in the world can convince "Limsa Lominsa's most spectaculofabulous sorcerer" that she's not, in fact, "Utterly Excellent" and "Destined for Great Things." This overconfidence more often than not leads her to take unnecessary, completely foolish risks. One of the most common demonstrations of this is her casually dismissive attitude towards both danger and her enemies. Some suspect that this overconfidence is really just overcompensation for her...
* '''Self-image issues''': As a result of her upbringing, L'yhta feels that magic is the only thing she's actually any good at, and that she has very few other positive qualities. This is usually extremely well-hidden behind her veil of overconfidence, but it comes out from time to time in pointedly negative comments she makes about herself, perseveration on others' off-handed comments about her, and dramatic changes in behavior or clothing based on the observations of others. For instance, a simple "isn't that outfit a little tight for you?" from an acquaintance can get her to run away to change clothes into something dramatically different, even if she were just proudly showing the outfit off.
* '''Lack of planning''': L'yhta rarely plans her actions in advance, preferring instead a "Geronimo!" approach of leaping before she looks. The term "poor impulse control" fits her, and when she feels she has to plan (or is forced to do so), she tends to get fidgety and impatient.

==Other Notes==
[[Image:LyhtaMahreNobootsFinalJPeg-Eckzein.jpg|right|thumb|300px|L'yhta dancing, envisioned by '''Eckzein''']]
[[Image:Lyhta-aria.jpg|right|thumb|300px|L'yhta being smug, envisioned by '''A'ria''']]
[[Image:ChibiMaker-Lyhta.jpg|right|thumb|200px|Chibi L'yhta-chan?!?]]
===Naming===
L'yhta usually uses a slightly simplified version of her name, "Lyta," among non-miqo'te primarily because she dislikes them butchering its actual pronunciation and spelling. It's easier and less obnoxious, in her mind, to just use a name that matches how people would typically read her name anyway. As such, she often uses the alias on legal documents in the city-states to simplify transactions. Among other miqo'te, however, she uses and prefers her real name. In close company, she, like many Seekers of the Sun, is known to drop her tribe letter and call herself Yhta (EE-tah).

===Religion===
L'yhta venerates the Twelve, but doesn't worship them, nor does she recognize any of them as her patron deity. If anything, she views Hydaelyn itself as her patron based on recent events. She feels that the circumstances of her life are proof of two things: one, she's been chosen for a Great Destiny by the Mothercrystal, and two, Nymeia has chosen to bless her, perhaps for this reason. Perhaps surprisingly, L'yhta isn't egotistical or outspoken about either of these beliefs or religion in general. In fact, she's typically awkward in such discussions, approaching them extremely tentatively (especially with regards to the Echo, which she views as both a blessing and a curse that makes her "weird").

===Quirks===
L'yhta adores jellied and candied fruits, and is rarely without a pouch of them. She also tends to introduce herself using made-up adjectives, usually created by forcefully merging two words, to describe her "greatness;" for instance, she's been known to refer to herself as "stupendiferous," "brilliantastic," and "magnifijestic." She'll often apply this sort of puffery to her friends, particularly when introducing them or cheering on their successes.

===Equipment===
L'yhta has acquired through her travels a fairly significant collection of artifacts that can channel and focus Aether, ranging from Nymian books to Allagan rods, from Belah'dian swords to Amdapori staves. Most of her robes and other clothes are commissioned bespoke, then enchanted by her; she spends considerable gil on "looking stylish," as she puts it. She especially likes modern recreations of ancient designs, such as Nymian outfits. However, she does have a relatively small collection of acquired clothing, including some highly magicked smallclothes that she came across in an Ishgardian fortress that'd been overrun by Voidsent.

In addition to this equipment, L'yhta has a wide variety of stolen and modified magitek (including a Reaper she's painted a garish metallic yellow) that she uses along with specialized spells of her own design to either deflect attacks or imbue her weapons -- specifically, a magitek sword -- with magical force. The net effect is that she can become quite difficult to hurt, but her lack of expertise and physical ability leave her relatively inept at actually landing any blows. When she's "cheating" in this way, she can't channel Aether for more direct spells. Despite her best efforts (and probably for the good of Eorzea generally), she remains unable to call forth and precisely control enough Aether to do so, and the effects of the magitek on the local Aetheric flows would make attempts to do so rather unsafe, to put it mildly.

===Rumours===
The following rumours can be heard about L'yhta, predominantly in Limsa Lominsa. (Please feel free to add your character's thoughts here as well.)

====Common rumours====
* "Remember that wizard, Robert Wotshisname? The one with the white hair? Yeah, he was ''totally'' making his bed with that Seeker girl, ifyaknowwhatImean."
* "Nah, she was just leading him on to get his inheritance once he was returned to the sea."
* "I heard she's been working with the Maelstrom as some kind of 'consulting mage' after she stopped some huge fishback ritual."
* "I never seen someone who weren't a kid, drunk, or a whore hug people as much as she does. An' she's no child, so whaddya think that says about her?"

====Uncommon rumours====
* "Remember what I said about her killing her family? She went back to finish the job! Why else's she got black hair now?"
* "Oh, I heard that she actually killed that old man she was bedding! She hit him with a spell while he was fighting on the front lines."
* "I used ta say she had no magical power, b-but... listen, bub, I-I saw her ''vaporize'' a ship's mast at full sail! Snap, boom, it was just ''gone''!"
* "I saw her bring an injured hyur to Fallgourd Float... then hire an adventurer to shoot the poor woman if she tried to leave! What kind of horrible creature would do such a thing?"
* "Shh! Keep it down! I heard she pushed someone off th' side of the city when he talked bad about her an' Seekers, then set 'im on fire on th' way down!"

====Rare rumours====
* "L'yhta's family is looking for her, and they're worried sick that she's going to fall in with a bad crowd or get killed."
* "She travels between here, Gridania, and Ul'dah a lot -- I bet she's a secret assassin working for some rich noble."
* "That green-haired miqo'te she's been hanging around? They're lovers, I heard. Yeah -- and that older elezen she's around, too, and those two lalafell with the staves. Typical miqo'te, bedding anything with a heartbeat..."

====What PCs are saying====

* "L'yhta? She is a tad excitable, yes, but then she tends to find exciting things. It all balances out, really, and it makes for interesting stories to tell." --[[Sazhi'to Bajhiri]]
* "A female who shares my distaste for the tribes. Fancies herself a sorcerer, too. She'll definitely be a good resource if she's half as learned as she claims to be." -- [[Fio Arasgain]]
* "A very good friend. Always good for a hug! And for exploring dangerous ruins with reckless disregard for our own well-being." - [[Kellach Woods]]
* "Oh- L'yhta! The sorcerer, hm? Hells, I really meant to speak with her again- she inspired me to try and take up more of the magical arts than I thought ''plausible'' before. I am still ''quite'' interested to see how she managed to meld Arcanima and Thaumaturgey, and those experiments ''did'' sound intriguing. ... I wonder if she remembers me; how time gets away up here. . ." -- [[Xavarian Mystrife]]
* "L'yhta's adorable. She's got a neat way of talking and some of the stuff's over my head but I can tell she's got a good heart! Plus she's a lot like me in some ways. More than the Miqo'te thing, and she doesn't have the glowy hair, but still..." -- [[Karaki Crystalis]]
* "L'yhta is my closest friend, my sister, and my most trusted confidant. There are not words to describe what she means to me, but suffice it to say that I would give everything for her sake. Whether it be delving into dangerous ruins, facing down hordes of enemies, or unlocking the mysteries of this world, I know I can count on her, and she on me." - [[Llaine Tetheros]]
* "Oh! L'yhta is a great teacher and a best friend, and gives amazing hugs! Those three things together make an unmatched winning combo, and I know no one better than her to wield it!" - [[C'eleni Meztli]]

===Known Haunts===
You might have run into or otherwise know L'yhta from:

* Mornings at the Bismarck in Limsa Lominsa, where she's usually there just after dawn for tea and fruit.
* All three magical guilds, which she regularly frequents and almost always with a journal in hand.
* The shores of La Noscea (particularly near Mist), where she's known to go swimming on a somewhat regular basis.
* Raids on Garlean encampments and Castrums, both formal and informal.

==References==
[[Image:Lyhta_Mahre_Face_2.png|thumb|300px|right|''"Time to be Big Damn Heroes!"'']]
* [http://ffxiv-roleplayers.com/showthread.php?tid=2688&pid=36966#pid36966 100 Questions About L'yhta]
* [http://ffxiv-roleplayers.com/showthread.php?tid=1999&pid=39718#pid39718 Character references (for art)]
* [http://ffxiv-roleplayers.com/showthread.php?tid=3266&pid=40557#pid40557 RP connections wanted for L'yhta]
* [http://ffxiv-roleplayers.com/showthread.php?tid=3039 You might know L'yhta from...]
* [http://ffxiv-roleplayers.com/showthread.php?tid=3227 What L'yhta eats]
* [http://ffxiv-roleplayers.com/showthread.php?tid=3144 Where L'yhta sleeps]

===OOC Inspirations===
<section begin=featured-blurb />
L'yhta is inspired by [[Wikipedia:Eleventh Doctor|Matt Smith's Eleventh Doctor]] -- particularly her "devil may care" attitude and wild overconfidence -- as well as [[wikipedia:Lina Inverse|Lina Inverse]]. Apparently, she also shares a fair number of characteristics with [[Wikipedia:Leslie Knope|Leslie Knope]] (in her loyalty and need to control situations) and [[Wikipedia:Scott Pilgrim|Scott Pilgrim]] (particularly in how self-absorbed she can be). Her casual disregard for danger and general expectation that everything will inevitably turn out in her favor is disturbingly similar to that of [[Wikipedia:Sterling Archer|Sterling Archer]].
<section end=featured-blurb />

L'yhta Mahre

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| image = Lyhta-tiergan.jpg
| imagewidth = 350
| caption = L'yhta, envisioned by '''Tiergan'''
| title = Stupendiferous Magnifijestic Mage
| gender = Female
| citizenship = Limsa Lominsa
| race = Miqo'te
| clan = Seekers of the Sun
| server = Balmung
| stat_1 = Age
| stat_1_value = 24
| stat_2 = Height
| stat_2_value = Tall (5 fulms, 5 ilms)
| stat_3 = Weight
| stat_3_value = Thin, somewhat muscular (120-130 ponz)
| stat_4 = Profession
| stat_4_value = "Lady Sorceress"
| stat_5 = Patron Deity
| stat_5_value = The Mothercrystal (so she claims)
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'''L'yhta Mahre''' (LEE-tah MAH-ray), formally known as '''Yhta of the Vipers, sired by L'mahre Nunh''' and commonly as '''Lyta''' (lie-TUH), is a miqo'te Seeker of the Sun who nominally lives in Limsa Lominsa. She was once the Voice of [http://www.themysterium.org Mysterium], but is now just one of its Masters. Her formal address in the Ivory Tower is Wizard Yhta Mahre, Master of Mysterium, Thaumaturge, Conjurer, Arcanist, Astromancer; by Aether illuminated, Beacon of Hope.

==Appearance==
L'yhta is a tall (approximately 5' 5") miqo'te female with dark skin and long dark purple hair that she keeps tied back out of her face. She has bright, almost iridescent heliotrope eyes with the usual slits of her clan. Her tail is quite long for a Seeker of the Sun and, like her ears, often expressive. Her build is thin and gangly; she's not particularly shapely, though she has lately put on a bit of wiry muscle. Her face has the markings inherent to some of the Seekers of the Sun -- three on each side in an tiger stripe pattern. L'yhta's voice is an untrained [[Wikipedia:Mezzo-soprano#Dramatic|dramatic mezzo-soprano]], fairly low for someone her size. She doesn't exhibit much of an accent, if any, when she speaks, except perhaps when she's particularly inebriated.

As of late, L'yhta's begun dying her hair and tail regularly, as well as changing her hair style seemingly at a whim. This began after she took a "sabbatical" to Greencliff around the time of the Starlight Celebration in the 5th year of the Seventh Umbral Era; exactly why that prompted her to take such a whimsical, impulsive approach to her hair has yet to be disclosed.

==History==
[[Image:L'yhta Mahre by Emadra.JPG|300px|left|thumb|L'yhta, envisioned by '''Emadra''']]
In western La Noscea resides the small fishing village of Greencliff, named for its high cliffs and its relatively dense, yet small, nearby forest. The village was originally home to a small population of Sea Wolves, but they found themselves outnumbered by an influx of Seekers of the Sun approximately 95 years ago when L'sharhl Nunh established the area as hunting grounds for the Viper tribe and assumed the title of nunh there. As the miqo'te made their homes in the area and largely shifted to an agricultural and aquacultural lifestyle, the Roegadyn population slowly decreased, eventually leaving the village almost entirely to the newcomers. It was into this settled branch of the Vipers that L'yhta was born, the fifth child of L'arhi Xahlo and L'mahre Nunh.

L'yhta's early life was unremarkable; she had no especially outstanding characteristics other than a quick wit and a keen mind -- neither of which were particularly impressive, much less useful, in a village used to eking out a living through fishing and the occasional felling of lumber to fuel [[Limsa Lominsa]]'s demand for ships. As far as the other miqo'te of Greencliff were concerned, what was remarkable about L'yhta was exactly how unremarkable she was. The tall girl proved to be passable with an axe, vaguely competent with the spear, moderately capable of catching fish, and not especially attractive, either. This surprised those who expected great things of the children of L'mahre Nunh and L'arhi Xahlo. L'mahre was considered by most to be one of the branch's greater nunh; his physical strength and virility were highly praised. L'arhi, for her part, had borne seven children, an impressive number by any standards. The only son she bore him, L'rhilo Tia, was held as a pure example of miqo'te excellence. With gleaming golden hair, dashing features, lightning reflexes, and sparkling silver and gold heterochromic eyes, he was already beginning to turn the heads of the women of the tribe and sparking rumours that he'd prove to be the next nunh. L'yhta's sisters were equally fine specimens: tall, beautiful, and possessed of a nearly regal grace. By contrast, the lanky, average L'yhta was quite a disappointment. Nevertheless, L'arhi remained supportive, hoping that her fifth child would find ''something'' at which she'd be more than just minimally competent, even if that were simply bearing children to the nunh. For her part, the often isolated L'yhta spent a great deal of time staring out into the stars and across the sea and wondering if her destiny were always to be so painfully mundane.

Then, the Calamity changed everything. Bahamut's fire scourged the land, and amidst the chaos, L'mahre Nunh was struck by a shower of superheated shards of rock. While he survived, he lost a leg and an arm in the attack. Unwilling to see someone else lay his father low, L'rhilo Tia challenged him for the position of nunh. The fight was short; it took mere moments for the son to defeat the father. The tribe looked on as L'rhilo, hovering over the fallen nunh, exchanged brief whispered words with him -- then tore out his throat. To this day, no one knows exactly what L'mahre said to L'rhilo; some suggest the father asked his son to end his suffering, while others whisper that the once nunh begged for mercy and L'rhilo killed him anyway. Regardless of the truth, L'rhilo Tia became L'rhilo Nunh that day, and he celebrated the victory that night with some of the most beautiful women of the tribe.

It wasn't long after he ascended to the position of nunh that L'rhilo came to L'yhta to ask her to his bed. While it wasn't unexpected that he'd attempt to carry on the impressive lineage of his mother and father, what surprised everyone (especially L'yhta) was when he passed over her elder sisters in favor of a lanky 16 year old. L'yhta doesn't discuss what exactly he said to her, other than that he made it abundantly clear that he expected her to do her duty to the tribe and bear his children. What the whole tribe knows is what happened next: when the sun rose the next day, L'yhta was gone.

To this day, L'yhta isn't entirely sure what prompted her to flee her fate. She would like to believe it was her wanderlust and curiosity pulling her away from a fettered life, but it was more likely due to the arrogant, lascivious, and forceful insistence of someone she'd previously trusted and saw as a friend. Rather than acquiesce, L'yhta collected some food, a spare set of clothes, and some small carved shells and pearls given to her by her mother, then headed south towards the only landmark she knew: a large lighthouse. It was there that she was able to trade the pearls for gil, then use the gil to travel to Limsa Lominsa to start a new life.

L'yhta was naturally overwhelmed by Limsa Lominsa when she first arrived. What struck her most of all was the way the miqo'te there acted. They were overly cheerful, extremely outgoing, and entirely willing to use their bodies to their advantage (and sometimes profit). Unwilling to take up any of the "trades" that were not so gently suggested to her by the city's more salty inhabitants, L'yhta instead wandered the city, using the last of her gil to secure lodging while she tried to figure out her next step. It was during one of these walks that she quite literally ran into Robert Fletcher, an antiquated hyur with piercing green eyes and an explosion of white hair bursting from his head. Little did she know that this man was a powerful Thaumaturge and also the Voice of the Wizards' Choir; she also wasn't aware that he'd been watching her, intrigued by a Seeker of the Sun without a purpose but a gift for the arcane. Robert took her in and introduced her to the three disciplines of magic, and was pleased to see her quickly learn to command her own Aether as well as to call upon that of the land. For her part, L'yhta was both shocked and ecstatic that she'd finally found something that she wouldn't make a fool of herself at -- something where her skill would live up to the name of her father. As part of her training, Robert introduced her to the rituals of the Choir and inducted her as his apprentice.

For the next four years, L'yhta lived with Robert, who she viewed as a quirky grandfather, and trained under him and the five other superannuated Chairs of the Choir. She came to love her strange new family of aging spellcasters, and they, while they could be annoyed by her youthful enthusiasm, cared for her as an adpoted child. Sadly, this life wouldn't last for long. In year 5 of the seventh umbral era, the Choir was requested by the Foreign Levy to help defend the city against a Sahagin assault. Ultimately, the Maelstrom won the battle, but at a terrible cost -- all of the Choir's members were struck down save L'yhta, who Robert insisted stay behind the lines. When she rushed to her mentor's side, his last words stuck in her memory: ''"Sing with a new Choir, young Voice."''

Since she's continued her training within the various magical guilds of Eorzea, L'yhta has discovered that she possesses the Echo. She theorizes this might be why she has such a faculty for channeling Aether, though more importantly, she's ''quite sure'' this means that she has a great destiny she needs to fulfill.

==Personality==
[[Image:Lyhta-levecard.jpg|200px|left|A guildleve card for L'yhta, by '''Nahue''']]
L'yhta is typical of many Seekers of the Sun in that she can be impulsive and tends to speak her mind; like her brethren, she shows her emotions readily, which often makes her seem more flighty and impulsive than she actually is. She's somewhat naïve, tending to believe that people are usually good, that evil is always apparent and obvious, and that everyone wants to hear and see truth spoken to power. It helps that she has a sharp wit and a constant enthusiasm, though this latter trait sometimes grates on others' nerves. At times, she can be self-centered, petulant, and altogether childish, especially when her naivete about the world is challenged, when something stands between her and her goals, when she makes what she perceives to be a mistake, or when she feels like she's lost control of a situation. When her friends are threatened -- or when she ''perceives'' that they're being threatened or have been wronged by the forces of "Evil and Awful" -- she can be stubbornly dismissive and brutally violent and tends not to react well if asked to stay her hand, turning her ire on those same friends instead. In general, L'yhta is quite open about her feelings; if she likes you, you'll know it, and if she doesn't like you or is angry with you, she'll make ''sure'' you know that. Subtlety and deception aren't typically part of her repertoire.

L'yhta is also known to put on a bit of a haughty air when discussions of race come up. To L'yhta, miqo'te who fall into the "cute, sexy cat" stereotype -- "domesticated kittens," as she calls them -- are denigrating their whole race and contributing to the hypersexualization of miqo'te women. She also holds the other races with a degree of contempt for supporting this behavior by employing miqo'te as dancers and prostitutes. However, L'yhta also holds no love for tribal miqo'te, who she feels are limiting themselves and their race in addition to participating in what she now considers a barbaric system of mating. Her time in Limsa Lominsa has given her a strong desire for freedom and a respect for the dual virtues of self-sufficiency and teamwork, and the incompatibility of these with tribal miqo'te culture is part of why she holds it in such contempt.

Generally, L'yhta is fairly reserved in large social gatherings where she doesn't know most of the people there. She tends to keep to herself, away from the crowd. If approached, she's her usual gregarious, talkative self, but she doesn't seek out interactions (unless she happens to notice something that captures her eye, such as a Nymian relic or new spell). In bars in and around Limsa Lominsa, this tends to cause a fair number of rumours about "t'at mage drownin' 'er sorrows at th' end of th' bar." As she doesn't particularly enjoy "people-watching," she typically shies away from particularly raucous taverns unless brought there by someone she knows or they're one of her usual haunts (such as the Missing Member).

Like a young college student, L'yhta believes she's figured the world out thanks to her newfound knowledge and experience, and this has driven her to arrogantly make rash, ill-advised decisions. In general, though, L'yhta's motivated to help others and make the world a better place, even if lately she's taken on a rather significant anti-authoritarian streak. In D&D terms, her alignment is '''Chaotic Good'''. In Palladium terms, she's closest to '''Unprincipled''' these days (though she has some disturbingly '''Aberrant''' behaviors).

==Affiliations and Known Associates==
L'yhta is a citizen of Limsa Lominsa and a member of the Foreign Levy of the Maelstrom; technically speaking, she holds the rank of Second Storm Lieutenant, though both she and the Maelstrom largely consider that honorary, and she certainly wouldn't use it except, perhaps, to pull rank on an intransigent supply officer or hapless private in a moment of great need. Additionally, as part of the cooperative exchange program established by the three Grand Companies, she often acts as a consultant on matters of magic for the Immortal Flames and the Twin Adder. Finally, L'yhta is a Master of [http://www.themysterium.org Mysterium], an order of mages based out of Limsa Lominsa.

In particular, L'yhta has been known to have significant connections with (in no particular order, save that NPCs are last):

* [[Clalaris Sil Laris]] -- A lalafellin conjurer and, it's rumoured, white mage of Gridania is one of her closest friends. L'yhta feels she can talk to her about anything, which has led to more than a few awkward conversations.
* [[Nathalanee Reinhart]] -- Nathalanee was once L'yhta's girlfriend, but the two appear to have broken up after Nathalanee went on an extended mission for the Twin Adders. L'yhta still speaks very fondly of the miqo'te, though, and stridently defends her against those who may speak ill of her.
* [[Eamont Desormaux]] -- This elezen conjurer is essentially L'yhta's surrogate father, though some believe their relationship is rather more than platonic.
* [[Seth Honeybrew]] -- Seth is, quite shockingly, the only person from whom L'yhta will accept casual racism towards miqo'te. Exactly why she's willing to laugh off from Seth what from others would usually get a verbal barrage isn't clear, but it is clear she considers him a good friend.
* [[Sazhi'to Bajhiri]] -- L'yhta feels a particular kinship to Sazhi'to (who she often just calls "Sazhi"), as both of them are, in her mind, refugees from tribal malfeasance. As for his sister, Mholi... L'yhta would be fine pushing her off a cliff.
* [[Rosamund Cartwright]] -- A rich daughter of Limsa Lominsa, Roz is one of L'yhta best friends.
* [[Racilian Lyenum]] -- "Raci," who was once a member of the Ivory Tower, is one of her friends and can always bring a smile to her face.
* [[Gus Pumpkinweed]] -- Gus was once one of L'yhta's apprentices, and the two of them got along quite well (perhaps due to the fact that they both have a strong drive towards excellence). She's ecstatic to hear that he's now opened a business of his own.
* [[Kevaraan Annorek]] -- This troubled miqo'te lancer was one of L'yhta's close friends before the Seventh Astral Era. She presumes him dead at this point, though she hopes he's just found a place where he can work through his issues.
* [[R'kyala Mahji]] -- Since the two of them met through Camille, they've gotten along smashingly, perhaps because they both act like chocobos hopped up on X-Ethers.
* [[Paran Hywel]] -- Paran and L'yhta have largely patched up their past issues, and have gone back to being friends. Lately, L'yhta has been offering him relationship advice and, perhaps, coming to some rather key realizations about herself in the process.
* [[Camille Everardi]] -- L'yhta enjoys Camille's company and her keen intellect and ability to plan. She feels Camille is wise beyond her years.
* [[K'hane Tariq]] -- Since she was released from the influence of a powerful voidsent, K'hane's returned to "normal," though L'yhta wishes she'd show more of her confidence. "There's got to be a middle ground, right?"
* [[Deitrych Brownlowe]] -- This bounty hunter is viewed by most in the Tower as somewhere between weird and extremely creepy, but L'yhta finds him to be largely misunderstood and quirkily charming. The two have interacted much less after certain revelations regarding his interactions with Clalaris.
* [[Kellach Woods]] -- L'yhta met Kellach at a beach party when he was still an employee of XI:7. She likes both his enthusiasm and humbleness, and she'd like to show him more magic as she feels he has a strong talent for the art.
* [[Fio Arasgain]] -- This chef at the Bismarck and skilled warrior is someone L'yhta respects, as he's a fellow refugee from the tribal life. She feels they have a lot in common and could become closer friends.
* [[Karaki Crystalis]] -- After a rocky start, L'yhta's found that she and this miqo'te from the East have a lot in common. She considers him a friend and hopes to be able to "correct" his less personable qualities.
* [[Cliodhna Eoghan]] -- Cliodhna and L'yhta have crossed paths a few times, and they've a friendship forged on a mutual love of fun and helping others.
* [[Sasari Sari]] -- L'yhta gets along well with Sasari, or so she believes, and is quite interested in figuring out how to help her in better controlling her magicks.
* [[Sasani Sani]] -- Perhaps surprisingly, L'yhta can in fact tell Sasari and Sasani apart. She thinks Sasani is particularly sweet.
* [[Kerin Misteyes]] -- While still on somewhat formal terms with this conjurer of the Fane, L'yhta considers Kerin a friend.
* [[Zagi'zi Kumai]] -- Despite claims that he's lost his arrogance and found a new appreciation for others, L'yhta still despises this "insufferable arse," and can't conceive of why people she knows enjoy spending time with him. She believes they have more in common than either of them would ever admit, and that perceived kinship is why she doesn't actively work against him.
* [[Kurenai Nagi]] -- L'yhta's adopted this young au ra as a surrogate little sister and has gone to great lengths to protect her and aid her with both navigating Eorzean society and her unique aetheric "problem." Despite Kurenai having left the Tower, L'yhta does try to check in on her from time to time.
* [[Aidan Hayward]] -- L'yhta met Aidan through a random leve and, despite a rocky start, the two of them had a rather torrid relationship. The two have broken up under what appears to be rather unpleasant circumstances.
* [[Llaine Tetheros]] -- Llaine and L'yhta built a relationship and ultimately a marriage by way of a long-term friendship, but for reasons L'yhta refuses to disclose other than "a big fight," the two have parted ways, with Llaine having had Eamont release her from her oath to the Tower. L'yhta still claims to love Llaine, but her discussion of the relationship and its end seems to be tinged with a great deal of bitterness.
* [[Anzu Sakata]] -- Sakata Anzu and L'yhta grew to become friends through a series of long and somewhat awkward conversations. L'yhta sees her as another surrogate sister, albeit one who needs her advice more than who can give it.
* [[Braxis Wynterwulf]] -- L'yhta isn't quite sure what to make of Ser Braxis, other than that he seems honorable and that he and Llaine often seem a lot closer than she and Llaine do (or did). She's often rather jealous of him.
* [[Myradin Aurelia]] -- Even though she knows her birth name is Mitsune, L'yhta continues to refer to her as Myradin, and considers this auri priestess to be one of her closest confidants -- when she's around, at any rate.
* Cieranaux Aramont -- Robert Fletcher's apprentice prior to L'yhta, Cieranaux has nothing but disrespect for her and typically lobs idle insults and cliché attacks in her direction -- a way to show his distaste for her while reminding her that she's, to him, nothing more than a trifle that doesn't warrant a more serious effort. After nearly murdering him and being pulled back from the brink by two of her friends, she's decided to just dismiss him as not worth her trouble.
* Volkido Tekido -- Robert Fletcher's personal assistant, this lalafell is the majordomo of the Ivory Tower and also acts as L'yhta's personal assistant. As much as he complains about being put upon by these "wizards with their heads in the clouds," and the "foolish girl" that he's "stuck with," Volkido cares deeply for her and the other wizards.
* L'ehli Tia -- When L'yhta last went to Greencliff, this tia -- one of her nephews by her eldest sister -- followed her back. Volkido has set him up with an apartment using L'yhta's funds so he can remain in the city; he's currently training at the Coral Tower to join the Yellowjackets.
* Solaxia -- L'yhta's agreed to, along with Clalaris, train this excitable sylph in the ways of magic. While Solaxia would much rather learn Thaumaturgy from Stompy One (as she calls L'yhta), L'yhta's pushed the sylph to learn Conjury from Moogle One (aka Clalaris) first.
* Lydia Burroughs -- This alleged defector from the Garleans was complicit in a dire crime committed against one of L'yhta's best friends. L'yhta told Nathalanee she wanted her to decide how to handle the captive, and so Lydia was turned over to the Twin Adder for debriefing despite L'yhta's misgivings. While she hopes the hyur can make good on the second chance she's been given, L'yhta is keeping a close eye on her and won't hesitate to try to put an end to this experiment if it goes even the least bit awry.

==Characteristics==
[[Image:L'yhtaMahreFlat.jpg|right|thumb|300px|L'yhta, envisioned by [http://mitchfoust.deviantart.com Mitch Foust]]]
* '''Nicknames''': Lyta (to most non-miqo'te), Yhta (to very close friends only)
* '''Age''': 24
** '''Nameday''': 12th sun of the 3rd Astral Moon, 1555 of 6th Astral Era
* '''Gender''': Female
** '''Sexuality''': Bisexual, though largely preferring men
** '''Marital Status''': Single, once again
* '''Alignment''': Chaotic Good/Unprincipled
* '''Height''': 5 fulms, 5 ilms
* '''Weight''': Generally around 120 to 130 ponz
* '''Body''': Thin, lanky, but with a wiry musculature
* '''Hair''': Varies, but naturally, long, straight, and violet
* '''Eyes''': Iridescent heliotrope
* '''Skin''': Mocha, with chocolate facial markings
* '''Clothing''': In public, she tends to robes, pants or leggings, high boots, and ring guards or fingerless gloves. As of late, she's also been wearing fairly "daring" outfits involving short skirts and light, sleeveless tops. Her choice of clothing in public is as fluid as her mood, though unless she has no alternative, she never wears armor heavier than a breastplate or chain-backed robes and heavy leather boots. In private, she usually wears leggings and a bandeau top, light and minimal smallclothes, or nothing at all.

===Likes===
* Music and dancing
* Battle and violence (though she'd only confess to "battles to protect people")
* Jellied fruits -- or any fruit, really
* Conversation, especially about magic, philosophy, and religion
* Proving how great she is
* Being surprised by someone's knowledge and talents
* Being teased (though she'd ''never'' admit that)
* Confident people who don't take themselves or life too seriously

===Dislikes===
* Probing questions about her tribal past or ''especially'' about her sexuality
* Being corrected, even when she's clearly screwed up
* Miqo'te females who fit the "cute" or "sexy" stereotype, as well as those who support tribal culture
* People who deny her "clearly obvious brilliance"
* The nobility and anyone else who seek to impose their will on others
* Arrogant people, especially those who claim noble blood or divine right
* "Fanatic cultists:" Ishgardians, Garleans, and sometimes Gridanians (depending on how much they use "the will of the Elementals" to justify their actions)

[[Image:Lyhta mahre sanguinefenrir.png|right|thumb|300px|L'yhta envisioned by '''sanguineFenrir''']]
===Areas of Expertise===
* '''Martial''': Thaumaturgy, Arcanima, Conjury; Thaumaturgy is her strongest Discipline, followed by Arcanima, then Conjury.
** L'yhta has a strong amateur's skill in one-handed swordplay, but rarely uses it in the field except to advance her research or if she has no other options.
* '''Crafting''': Engraving, magitek modification
** She has some experience in alchemy and goldsmithing, but is a rough beginner except where they're necessary for her research. She knows enough tailoring to patch her own clothes. Mostly, she relies on others to keep her non-magical equipment and clothes in good shape.
* '''Other''': Magic theory, literacy, area knowledge, vocal performance, dancing, being insufferably upbeat
** L'yhta's particular area of expertise in magic theory is what she calls "esotery" -- archaic and often "odd" practices of magic that don't neatly fit into the three Eorzean Disciplines. This includes melding the different Disciplines together to produce novel effects. She also has a passing familiarity with astrology, astromancy, and a variety of other practices of magic.

===Strengths===
* '''Magically adept''': L'yhta has a considerable natural talent for weaving Aether and practices all three Disciplines of Magic (though she's not ''nearly'' as great as she thinks she is).
* '''Driven''': When she's set her mind to something, it's very difficult to dissuade her.
* '''Witty''': L'yhta can be pretty quick with a quip or a joke about a situation, even in the midst of a pitched battle.
* '''Active''': If nothing else, L'yhta is a constant dynamo of energy. She does have an "off switch," so to speak, but most of the time, she's always in motion.
* '''Sidethinker''': When she does actually deign to plan, she's good at coming up with unexpected alternative solutions to problems.
* '''High alcohol tolerance''': As a result of growing up with small beers and her training with the Wizards' Choir (some of which involved heavy drinking and the consumption of "recreational" herbs and potions), L'yhta has a shockingly high alcohol tolerance, especially for someone her size. It's said she's drunk even salty Roegadyn sailors under the table, though not without having to be carried out of the tavern afterwards.
* '''Optimistic''': Everything's going to be great, Eorzea's heading to a greater tomorrow, and there's no way we can make the same mistakes of the past -- or so L'yhta believes. Going hand in hand with her naivete, she's boundlessly optimistic and typically views the bright side of any situation.

===Weaknesses===
* '''Physically inept''': While she has improved her physical skills, L'yhta is still far more powerful magickally; she'll never win a sword duel, for instance.
* '''Naive''': L'yhta believes that people are essentially good, that evil is always obvious, and that Good will always triumph over Evil in the end. More subtle and devious forms of wickedness can slip right under her nose, and as a result she's not the best judge of character.
* '''Imperceptive''': It could be her overconfidence blinding her, a consequence of her stubbornness when her mind is on another task, or merely a natural trait, but L'yhta is notably poor at noticing things that are out of the ordinary unless she's explicitly looking for them. As a Seeker of the Sun, her night vision is also fairly poor (which is one reason she likes staves that glow, besides how "stylish" they are). Her lack of perception often even extends to picking up on social cues.
* '''Stubborn''': Going hand in hand with being driven, once she's chosen a course of action -- for good or ill -- she rarely changes her mind unless the situation changes such that she has no other option. If she, for instance, decides someone is evil, it's very difficult to convince her otherwise. Precious few people can get her to second-guess her decisions, particularly in the heat of the moment.
* '''Overconfident''': At present, nothing in the world can convince "Limsa Lominsa's most spectaculofabulous sorcerer" that she's not, in fact, "Utterly Excellent" and "Destined for Great Things." This overconfidence more often than not leads her to take unnecessary, completely foolish risks. One of the most common demonstrations of this is her casually dismissive attitude towards both danger and her enemies. Some suspect that this overconfidence is really just overcompensation for her...
* '''Self-image issues''': As a result of her upbringing, L'yhta feels that magic is the only thing she's actually any good at, and that she has very few other positive qualities. This is usually extremely well-hidden behind her veil of overconfidence, but it comes out from time to time in pointedly negative comments she makes about herself, perseveration on others' off-handed comments about her, and dramatic changes in behavior or clothing based on the observations of others. For instance, a simple "isn't that outfit a little tight for you?" from an acquaintance can get her to run away to change clothes into something dramatically different, even if she were just proudly showing the outfit off.
* '''Lack of planning''': L'yhta rarely plans her actions in advance, preferring instead a "Geronimo!" approach of leaping before she looks. The term "poor impulse control" fits her, and when she feels she has to plan (or is forced to do so), she tends to get fidgety and impatient.

==Other Notes==
[[Image:LyhtaMahreNobootsFinalJPeg-Eckzein.jpg|right|thumb|300px|L'yhta dancing, envisioned by '''Eckzein''']]
[[Image:Lyhta-aria.jpg|right|thumb|300px|L'yhta being smug, envisioned by '''A'ria''']]
[[Image:ChibiMaker-Lyhta.jpg|right|thumb|200px|Chibi L'yhta-chan?!?]]
===Naming===
L'yhta usually uses a slightly simplified version of her name, "Lyta," among non-miqo'te primarily because she dislikes them butchering its actual pronunciation and spelling. It's easier and less obnoxious, in her mind, to just use a name that matches how people would typically read her name anyway. As such, she often uses the alias on legal documents in the city-states to simplify transactions. Among other miqo'te, however, she uses and prefers her real name. In close company, she, like many Seekers of the Sun, is known to drop her tribe letter and call herself Yhta (EE-tah).

===Religion===
L'yhta venerates the Twelve, but doesn't worship them, nor does she recognize any of them as her patron deity. If anything, she views Hydaelyn itself as her patron based on recent events. She feels that the circumstances of her life are proof of two things: one, she's been chosen for a Great Destiny by the Mothercrystal, and two, Nymeia has chosen to bless her, perhaps for this reason. Perhaps surprisingly, L'yhta isn't egotistical or outspoken about either of these beliefs or religion in general. In fact, she's typically awkward in such discussions, approaching them extremely tentatively (especially with regards to the Echo, which she views as both a blessing and a curse that makes her "weird").

===Quirks===
L'yhta adores jellied and candied fruits, and is rarely without a pouch of them. She also tends to introduce herself using made-up adjectives, usually created by forcefully merging two words, to describe her "greatness;" for instance, she's been known to refer to herself as "stupendiferous," "brilliantastic," and "magnifijestic." She'll often apply this sort of puffery to her friends, particularly when introducing them or cheering on their successes.

===Equipment===
L'yhta has acquired through her travels a fairly significant collection of artifacts that can channel and focus Aether, ranging from Nymian books to Allagan rods, from Belah'dian swords to Amdapori staves. Most of her robes and other clothes are commissioned bespoke, then enchanted by her; she spends considerable gil on "looking stylish," as she puts it. She especially likes modern recreations of ancient designs, such as Nymian outfits. However, she does have a relatively small collection of acquired clothing, including some highly magicked smallclothes that she came across in an Ishgardian fortress that'd been overrun by Voidsent.

In addition to this equipment, L'yhta has a wide variety of stolen and modified magitek (including a Reaper she's painted a garish metallic yellow) that she uses along with specialized spells of her own design to either deflect attacks or imbue her weapons -- specifically, a magitek sword -- with magical force. The net effect is that she can become quite difficult to hurt, but her lack of expertise and physical ability leave her relatively inept at actually landing any blows. When she's "cheating" in this way, she can't channel Aether for more direct spells. Despite her best efforts (and probably for the good of Eorzea generally), she remains unable to call forth and precisely control enough Aether to do so, and the effects of the magitek on the local Aetheric flows would make attempts to do so rather unsafe, to put it mildly.

===Rumours===
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====Common rumours====
* "Remember that wizard, Robert Wotshisname? The one with the white hair? Yeah, he was ''totally'' making his bed with that Seeker girl, ifyaknowwhatImean."
* "Nah, she was just leading him on to get his inheritance once he was returned to the sea."
* "I heard she's been working with the Maelstrom as some kind of 'consulting mage' after she stopped some huge fishback ritual."
* "I never seen someone who weren't a kid, drunk, or a whore hug people as much as she does. An' she's no child, so whaddya think that says about her?"

====Uncommon rumours====
* "Remember what I said about her killing her family? She went back to finish the job! Why else's she got black hair now?"
* "Oh, I heard that she actually killed that old man she was bedding! She hit him with a spell while he was fighting on the front lines."
* "I used ta say she had no magical power, b-but... listen, bub, I-I saw her ''vaporize'' a ship's mast at full sail! Snap, boom, it was just ''gone''!"
* "I saw her bring an injured hyur to Fallgourd Float... then hire an adventurer to shoot the poor woman if she tried to leave! What kind of horrible creature would do such a thing?"
* "Shh! Keep it down! I heard she pushed someone off th' side of the city when he talked bad about her an' Seekers, then set 'im on fire on th' way down!"

====Rare rumours====
* "L'yhta's family is looking for her, and they're worried sick that she's going to fall in with a bad crowd or get killed."
* "She travels between here, Gridania, and Ul'dah a lot -- I bet she's a secret assassin working for some rich noble."
* "That green-haired miqo'te she's been hanging around? They're lovers, I heard. Yeah -- and that older elezen she's around, too, and those two lalafell with the staves. Typical miqo'te, bedding anything with a heartbeat..."

====What PCs are saying====

* "L'yhta? She is a tad excitable, yes, but then she tends to find exciting things. It all balances out, really, and it makes for interesting stories to tell." --[[Sazhi'to Bajhiri]]
* "A female who shares my distaste for the tribes. Fancies herself a sorcerer, too. She'll definitely be a good resource if she's half as learned as she claims to be." -- [[Fio Arasgain]]
* "A very good friend. Always good for a hug! And for exploring dangerous ruins with reckless disregard for our own well-being." - [[Kellach Woods]]
* "Oh- L'yhta! The sorcerer, hm? Hells, I really meant to speak with her again- she inspired me to try and take up more of the magical arts than I thought ''plausible'' before. I am still ''quite'' interested to see how she managed to meld Arcanima and Thaumaturgey, and those experiments ''did'' sound intriguing. ... I wonder if she remembers me; how time gets away up here. . ." -- [[Xavarian Mystrife]]
* "L'yhta's adorable. She's got a neat way of talking and some of the stuff's over my head but I can tell she's got a good heart! Plus she's a lot like me in some ways. More than the Miqo'te thing, and she doesn't have the glowy hair, but still..." -- [[Karaki Crystalis]]
* "L'yhta is my closest friend, my sister, and my most trusted confidant. There are not words to describe what she means to me, but suffice it to say that I would give everything for her sake. Whether it be delving into dangerous ruins, facing down hordes of enemies, or unlocking the mysteries of this world, I know I can count on her, and she on me." - [[Llaine Tetheros]]

===Known Haunts===
You might have run into or otherwise know L'yhta from:

* Mornings at the Bismarck in Limsa Lominsa, where she's usually there just after dawn for tea and fruit.
* All three magical guilds, which she regularly frequents and almost always with a journal in hand.
* The shores of La Noscea (particularly near Mist), where she's known to go swimming on a somewhat regular basis.
* Raids on Garlean encampments and Castrums, both formal and informal.

==References==
[[Image:Lyhta_Mahre_Face_2.png|thumb|300px|right|''"Time to be Big Damn Heroes!"'']]
* [http://ffxiv-roleplayers.com/showthread.php?tid=2688&pid=36966#pid36966 100 Questions About L'yhta]
* [http://ffxiv-roleplayers.com/showthread.php?tid=1999&pid=39718#pid39718 Character references (for art)]
* [http://ffxiv-roleplayers.com/showthread.php?tid=3266&pid=40557#pid40557 RP connections wanted for L'yhta]
* [http://ffxiv-roleplayers.com/showthread.php?tid=3039 You might know L'yhta from...]
* [http://ffxiv-roleplayers.com/showthread.php?tid=3227 What L'yhta eats]
* [http://ffxiv-roleplayers.com/showthread.php?tid=3144 Where L'yhta sleeps]

===OOC Inspirations===
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L'yhta is inspired by [[Wikipedia:Eleventh Doctor|Matt Smith's Eleventh Doctor]] -- particularly her "devil may care" attitude and wild overconfidence -- as well as [[wikipedia:Lina Inverse|Lina Inverse]]. Apparently, she also shares a fair number of characteristics with [[Wikipedia:Leslie Knope|Leslie Knope]] (in her loyalty and need to control situations) and [[Wikipedia:Scott Pilgrim|Scott Pilgrim]] (particularly in how self-absorbed she can be). Her casual disregard for danger and general expectation that everything will inevitably turn out in her favor is disturbingly similar to that of [[Wikipedia:Sterling Archer|Sterling Archer]].
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| valign="center" style="text-align:center; padding: 2px 5px; font-weight: bold; color:{{{font|#000000}}}" | Preferred Role:
| valign="center" style="text-align:center; padding: 2px 5px 2px 0;font-weight: bold; border: 2px solid {{{bg3|#000000}}}; Border-bottom: 0; border-top: 0; color:{{{font|#000000}}}" | {{{role|Unknown}}}
|-
|- style="background: {{{bg2|#FFFFFF}}}; border: 2px solid {{{border|#000000}}}"
| valign="center" style="text-align:center; padding: 2px 5px; font-weight: bold; color:{{{font|#000000}}}" | Server:
| valign="center" style="text-align:center; padding: 2px 5px 2px 0;font-weight: bold; border: 2px solid {{{bg3|#000000}}}; Border-bottom: 0; border-top: 0; color:{{{font|#000000}}}" | {{{server|Unknown}}}
|-
|-
| colspan="10" style="text-align:center; font-size: 125%; background: {{{titlebg1|#cccccc}}}; color: {{{bg1txtclr|#000000}}}; padding: 5px 0; border: 2px solid {{{border|#000000}}};" | '''Status'''
|-
|- style="background: {{{bg2|#cccccc}}}; border: 2px solid {{{border|#000000}}}; Border-bottom: 0; border-top: 0"
| valign="center" style="text-align:center; padding: 2px 5px; font-weight: bold; color:{{{font|#000000}}};" | Alignment:
| valign="center" style="text-align:center; padding: 2px 5px 2px 0;font-weight: bold; border: 2px solid {{{bg3|#000000}}}; Border-bottom: 0; border-top: 0; color:{{{font|#000000}}};" | {{{alignment|Unknown}}}
|-
|- style="background: {{{bg2|#FFFFFF}}}; border: 2px solid {{{border|#000000}}}"
| valign="center" style="text-align:center; padding: 2px 5px; font-weight: bold; color:{{{font|#000000}}};" | Reputation:
| valign="center" style="text-align:center; padding: 2px 5px 2px 0;font-weight: bold; border: 2px solid {{{bg3|#000000}}}; Border-bottom: 0; border-top: 0; color:{{{font|#000000}}};" | {{{rep|Unknown}}}
|-
|- style="background: {{{bg2|#cccccc}}}; border: 2px solid {{{border|#000000}}}"
| valign="center" style="text-align:center; padding: 2px 5px; font-weight: bold; color:{{{font|#000000}}};" | Occupation:
| valign="center" style="text-align:center; padding: 2px 5px 2px 0;font-weight: bold; border: 2px solid {{{bg3|#000000}}}; Border-bottom: 0; border-top: 0; color:{{{font|#000000}}};" | {{{occupation|Unknown}}}
|-
|- style="background: {{{bg2|#FFFFFF}}}; border: 2px solid {{{border|#000000}}}"
| valign="center" style="text-align:center; padding: 2px 5px; font-weight: bold; color:{{{font|#000000}}};" | Education:
| valign="center" style="text-align:center; padding: 2px 5px 2px 0;font-weight: bold; border: 2px solid {{{bg3|#000000}}}; Border-bottom: 0; border-top: 0; color:{{{font|#000000}}};" | {{{education|Unknown}}}
|-
|- style="background: {{{bg2|#cccccc}}}; border: 2px solid {{{border|#000000}}}; Border-bottom: 0"
| valign="center" style="text-align:center; padding: 2px 5px; font-weight: bold; color:{{{font|#000000}}};" | Marital Status:
| valign="center" style="text-align:center; padding: 2px 5px 2px 0;font-weight: bold; border: 2px solid {{{bg3|#000000}}}; Border-bottom: 0; border-top: 0; color:{{{font|#000000}}};" | {{{marital|Unknown}}}
|-
|- style="background: {{{bg2|#FFFFFF}}}; border: 2px solid {{{border|#000000}}}; Border-bottom: 0"
| valign="center" style="text-align:center; padding: 2px 5px; font-weight: bold; color:{{{font|#000000}}};" | Sexuality:
| valign="center" style="text-align:center; padding: 2px 5px 2px 0;font-weight: bold; border: 2px solid {{{bg3|#000000}}}; Border-bottom: 0; border-top: 0; color:{{{font|#000000}}};" | {{{sexuality|Unknown}}}
|-
|- style="background: {{{bg2|#cccccc}}}; border: 2px solid {{{border|#000000}}}"
| valign="center" style="text-align:center; padding: 2px 5px; font-weight: bold; color:{{{font|#000000}}};" | Guardian:
| valign="center" style="text-align:center; padding: 2px 5px 2px 0;font-weight: bold; border: 2px solid {{{bg3|#000000}}}; Border-bottom: 0; border-top: 0; color:{{{font|#000000}}};" | {{{guardian|Unknown}}}
|-
|-
| colspan="10" style="text-align:center; font-size: 100%; background: {{{titlebg1|#cccccc}}}; color: {{{bg1txtclr|#000000}}}; padding: 5px 0; border: 2px solid {{{border|#000000}}};" | '''Free Company'''
|-
| colspan="10" style="text-align:center; font-size: 90%; color:{{{font|#000000}}};; background: {{{bg2|#FFFFFF}}} 5px; font-weight: bold; border: 2px solid {{{border|#000000}}};" | {{{fc|Unknown}}}
|-
|-
| colspan="10" style="text-align:center; font-size: 100%; background: {{{titlebg1|#cccccc}}}; color: {{{bg1txtclr|#000000}}}; padding: 5px 0; border: 2px solid {{{border|#000000}}};" | '''Items Carried'''
|-
| colspan="10" style="text-align:center; font-size: 90%; color:{{{font|#000000}}};; background: {{{bg2|#FFFFFF}}} 5px; font-weight: bold; border: 2px solid {{{border|#000000}}}; Border-bottom: 1;" | {{{items|Unknown}}}
|-
|-
| colspan="10" style="text-align:center; font-size: 125%; background: {{{titlebg1|#cccccc}}}; color: {{{bg1txtclr|#000000}}}; padding: 5px 0; border: 2px solid {{{border|#000000}}};" | '''Characteristics'''
|-
|- style="background: {{{bg2|#FFFFFF}}}; border: 2px solid {{{border|#000000}}}"
| valign="center" style="text-align:center; padding: 5px; font-weight: bold; color:{{{font|#000000}}};" | Race:
| valign="center" style="text-align:center; padding: 2px 5px 2px 0;font-weight: bold; border: 2px solid {{{bg3|#000000}}}; Border-bottom: 0; border-top: 0; color:{{{font|#000000}}};" | {{{race|Unknown}}}
|-
|- style="background: {{{bg2|#FFFFFF}}}; border: 2px solid {{{border|#000000}}}; Border-bottom: 0; border-top: 0"
| valign="center" style="text-align:center; padding: 5px; font-weight: bold; color:{{{font|#000000}}};" | Clan:
| valign="center" style="text-align:center; padding: 2px 5px 2px 0;font-weight: bold; border: 2px solid {{{bg3|#000000}}}; Border-bottom: 0; border-top: 0; color:{{{font|#000000}}};" | {{{clan|Unknown}}}
|-
|- style="background: {{{bg2|#FFFFFF}}}; border: 2px solid {{{border|#000000}}}"
| valign="center" style="text-align:center; padding: 2px 5px; font-weight: bold; color:{{{font|#000000}}};" | Age:
| valign="center" style="text-align:center; padding: 2px 5px 2px 0;font-weight: bold; border: 2px solid {{{bg3|#000000}}}; Border-bottom: 0; border-top: 0; color:{{{font|#000000}}};" | {{{age|Unknown}}}
|-
|- style="background: {{{bg2|#FFFFFF}}}; border: 2px solid {{{border|#000000}}}; Border-bottom: 0; border-top: 0"
| valign="center" style="text-align:center; padding: 2px 5px; font-weight: bold; color:{{{font|#000000}}};" | Height:
| valign="center" style="text-align:center; padding: 2px 5px 2px 0;font-weight: bold; border: 2px solid {{{bg3|#000000}}}; Border-bottom: 0; border-top: 0; color:{{{font|#000000}}};" | {{{height|Unknown}}}
|-
|- style="background: {{{bg2|#FFFFFF}}}; border: 2px solid {{{border|#000000}}}"
| valign="center" style="text-align:center; padding: 5px; font-weight: bold; color:{{{font|#000000}}};" | Weight:
| valign="center" style="text-align:center; padding: 2px 5px 2px 0;font-weight: bold; border: 2px solid {{{bg3|#000000}}}; Border-bottom: 0; border-top: 0; color:{{{font|#000000}}};" | {{{weight|Unknown}}}
|-
|- style="background: {{{bg2|#FFFFFF}}}; border: 2px solid {{{border|#000000}}}; Border-bottom: 0; border-top: 0"
| valign="center" style="text-align:center; padding: 5px; font-weight: bold; color:{{{font|#000000}}};" | Eyes:
| valign="center" style="text-align:center; padding: 2px 5px 2px 0;font-weight: bold; border: 2px solid {{{bg3|#000000}}}; Border-bottom: 0; border-top: 0; color:{{{font|#000000}}};" | {{{eyes|Unknown}}}
|-
|- style="background: {{{bg2|#FFFFFF}}}; border: 2px solid {{{border|#000000}}}"
| valign="center" style="text-align:center; padding: 2px 5px; font-weight: bold; color:{{{font|#000000}}};" | Hair:
| valign="center" style="text-align:center; padding: 2px 5px 2px 0;font-weight: bold; border: 2px solid {{{bg3|#000000}}}; Border-bottom: 0; border-top: 0; color:{{{font|#000000}}};" | {{{hair|Unknown}}}
|-
|- style="background: {{{bg2|#FFFFFF}}}; border: 2px solid {{{border|#000000}}}; Border-bottom: 0; border-top: 0"
| valign="center" style="text-align:center; padding: 2px 5px; font-weight: bold; color:{{{font|#000000}}};" | Complexion:
| valign="center" style="text-align:center; padding: 2px 5px 2px 0;font-weight: bold; border: 2px solid {{{bg3|#000000}}}; Border-bottom: 0; border-top: 0; color:{{{font|#000000}}};" | {{{complexion|Unknown}}}
|-
|- style="background: {{{bg2|#FFFFFF}}}; border: 2px solid {{{border|#000000}}}"
| valign="center" style="text-align:center; padding: 2px 5px; font-weight: bold; color:{{{font|#000000}}};" | Physical Build:
| valign="center" style="text-align:center; padding: 2px 5px 2px 0;font-weight: bold; border: 2px solid {{{bg3|#000000}}}; Border-bottom: 0; border-top: 0; color:{{{font|#000000}}};" | {{{build|Unknown}}}
|-
|- style="background: {{{bg2|#FFFFFF}}}; border: 2px solid {{{border|#000000}}}; Border-bottom: 1"
| valign="center" style="text-align:center; padding: 2px 5px; font-weight: bold; color:{{{font|#000000}}};" | Notable Features:
| valign="center" style="text-align:center; padding: 2px 5px 2px 0;font-weight: bold; border: 2px solid {{{bg3|#000000}}}; Border-bottom: 1; border-top: 0; color:{{{font|#000000}}};" | {{{features|Unknown}}}
|-
|-
{| style=" background: {{{bg2|#FFFFFF}}}; color:#000; width:100%; font-size: 90%; border-collapse: collapse; border:2px solid {{{border|#000000}}}; "
|-
| colspan="10" style="text-align:center; font-size: 125%; background: {{{titlebg2|#cccccc}}}; color: {{{bg1txtclr|#000000}}}; padding: 5px 0; border: 2px solid {{{border|#000000}}}; " | '''Attributes'''
|-
|  
|-
|  

! style="line-height: 20px; text-align:left; font-size: 80%; color:{{{font|#000000}}};" width=40; |  Strength
! style="text-align:center; color:{{{font|#000000}}};" | {{LanStats{{{strength|1}}}}}
|  
! style="line-height: 20px; text-align:left; font-size: 80%; color:{{{font|#000000}}};" width=40 |  P.Defense
! style="text-align:center; color:{{{font|#000000}}};" | {{LanStats{{{pdef|1}}}}}
|  
|-
|  
! style="line-height: 20px; text-align:left; font-size: 80%; color:{{{font|#000000}}};" |  Dexterity
! style="text-align:center; color:{{{font|#000000}}};" | {{LanStats{{{dex|1}}}}}
|  
! style="line-height: 20px; text-align:left; font-size: 80%; color:{{{font|#000000}}};" |  M.Defense
! style="text-align:center; color:{{{font|#000000}}};" | {{LanStats{{{mdef|1}}}}}
|  
|-
|  
! style="line-height: 20px; text-align:left; font-size: 80%; color:{{{font|#000000}}};" |  Martial Prowess
! style="text-align:center; color:{{{font|#000000}}};" | {{LanStats{{{prowess|1}}}}}
|  
! style="line-height: 20px; text-align:left; font-size: 80%; color:{{{font|#000000}}};" |  Intelligence
! style="text-align:center; color:{{{font|#000000}}};" | {{LanStats{{{intelligence|1}}}}}
|  
|-
|  
! style="line-height: 20px; text-align:left; font-size: 80%; color:{{{font|#000000}}};" |  Magic Affinity
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|  
! style="line-height: 20px; text-align:left; font-size: 80%; color:{{{font|#000000}}};" |  Luck
! style="text-align:center; color:{{{font|#000000}}};" | {{LanStats{{{luck|1}}}}}
!  
|  
|-
|  
|}
|}
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| lalafell_dunesfolk_block = [[Category:Dunesfolk Lalafell]][[Category:Lalafell]]
| lalafell_default_block = [[Category:Lalafell]]
| miqote_seekers_block = [[Category:Miqo'te Seeker of the Sun]][[Category:Miqo'te]]
| miqote_keepers_block = [[Category:Miqo'te Keeper of the Moon]][[Category:Miqo'te]]
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| roegadyn_seawolf_block = [[Category:Roegadyn Sea Wolf]][[Category:Roegadyn]]
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}}{{Server-switch
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| famfrit_block = [[Category:Famfrit]]
| gilgamesh_block = [[Category:Gilgamesh]]
| hyperion_block = [[Category:Hyperion]]
| jenova_block = [[Category:Jenova]]
| moogle_block = [[Category:Moogle]]
| siren_block = [[Category:Siren]]
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<noinclude>

='''''<div style="color:#FFFFFF; background-color: #3A5871">Tutorial</div>''''' =

Coming soon.

='''''<div style="color:#FFFFFF; background-color: #3A5871">News</div>''''' =

4/6/2015
Updated code to allow usage of custom colors on the infobox.
<pre><nowiki>New Code Options</nowiki>
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</pre>
=='''''<div style="color:#FFFFFF; background-color: #3A5871">Final thoughts.</div>'''''==
While I don't mind if people use this infobox, being credited ([[L'aenoh Tia]]) would be really appreciated. :)

===General Data===

<pre>
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</noinclude>

Alyx Quintessence

2017-01-14T01:55:40Z

FreelanceWizard: +cat

<div style="display: none;">
<section begin=featured-blurb />
[[File:Quint rollo.png|250px|left]]
Alyx Quintessence is a Soulkin in an Au Ra shell, Helping any and all she can with her vast knowledge and archive of books. Created as 'doll #401' under the witch named Xyla Quintessence, Alyx was the result of reviving the witch's dead daughter.
Now freed from the crazed witch, Alyx lives her life with her sibilings Igni, Forta, Gaia and Wait, her future husband Keiichi and Rollo the kitten.
<section end=featured-blurb />
</div>

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| border = #000000
| citizenship = None
| name = Alyx Quintessence
| title = Doll #401
| image = Xylaportrait.png
| imagewidth =
| caption = "I am Alyx Quintessence, daughter of Xyla Quintessence...and despite my mother's Actions...I am thankful for her love. "
| main_job = None
| role = Support
| server = Balmung
| gender = Female
| race = Au Ra (?)
| age = Appears 24 (Half a year made)
| eyes = Void Black with Purple Umbral Rings
| hair = Black
| build = Frail
| race = Au Ra (Originally Elezen)
| clan = Xaela (Originally Duskwight)
| fc = NC
| guardian = Unknown
| sexuality = Bi
| occupation = Helpful Soulkin
| education = From creation
| alignment = Neutral Good
| rep = Shy, timid girl.
| items = Six Elemental Crystals and books
| notable features = Sensitive Horns
| strength = 1
| pdef = 1
| dex = 1
| mdef = 10
| prowess = 3
| luck = 7
| magic = 10
| intelligence = 10
}}

===<div style="padding:10px 15px; background: #F2F2F2;font-size:14px;color:#000000;">Basic Info</div>===
<table style="position:center;" width="75%">
<tr>
:
As the 401st doll among those made for Xyla to command, this one was considered weak and as such was fused with Au Ra DNA to keep her intact. To Xyla, this doll IS her daughter named Alyx, reborn.
[[File:Alyxandxyla.png|thumbnail|center]]
[[File:Quintsmall.png|thumbnail|center]]
[[File:Quint rollo.png|thumbnail|center]]
[[File:Halloween quint.png|thumbnail|center]]

[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=khyiGtVh4PA Theme]

<td style="vertical-align: top;font-size:9pt;font-family:Helvetica;"><h3>
<div style="padding:10px 35px;background: #FE2EC8;font-size:14px;color:#5F5F5F;"><center>''LIKES''</center></div></h3>
: <font style="color:#FE2EC8;" size="3">■</font> Reading
: <font style="color:#FE2EC8;" size="3">■</font> Learning
: <font style="color:#FE2EC8;" size="3">■</font> Helping

<td style="vertical-align: top;font-size:9pt;font-family:Helvetica;"><h3><span class="mw-headline">
<div style="padding:10px 35px; background: #000000;font-size:14px;color:#5F5F5F;"><center>''DISLIKES''</center></div></span></h3>

: <font style="color:#000000;" size="3">■</font> Xyla Prime
: <font style="color:#000000;" size="3">■</font> Varthamith
: <font style="color:#000000;" size="3">■</font> What she is
: <font style="color:#000000;" size="3">■</font> Accusation
: <font style="color:#000000;" size="3">■</font> Not feeling Mortal enough

<td style="vertical-align: top;font-size:9pt;font-family:Helvetica;"><h3><span class="mw-headline">
<div style="padding:10px 35px; background: #CACFA5;font-size:14px;color:#5F5F5F;"><center>''HOBBIES''</center></div></span></h3>

: <font style="color:#CACFA5;" size="3">■</font> Reading
: <font style="color:#CACFA5;" size="3">■</font> Research
: <font style="color:#CACFA5;" size="3">■</font> Solving Puzzles

</tr></table>

===<div style="padding:10px 15px; background: #F2F2F2;font-size:14px;color:#5F5F5F;">Appearance & Personality</div>===
: Alyx wears glasses on her face to help her read better. Her attire and outfits range but the signature red and black dress is the most common. A special Necklace hangs around her neck that contains a simple blue Materia gem that holds something more to it...

: While she may come off as neutral and Monotone, Xyla has slowly developed a personality akin to a curious and very careful type. Wanting to make sure nothing goes wrong and wishes to belong. But at times she overthinks and due to a lack of some emotions she might miss a few things.

===<div style="padding:10px 15px; background: #F2F2F2;font-size:14px;color:#5F5F5F;">Biography</div>===

After reading a journal, the history of this character is now exposed...

=====<div style="padding:0px 30px; font-size:14px;color:#5F5F5F;">Before Creation</div>=====
As recent information came to light, it was Quint's creator that started the mess. She lost Varthamith from those who were hunting them down and some time after...she had a child bore out of love.

Named Alyx.

As she was born, Alyx was far too weak and frail. She didn't take nutrients in and despite Xyla's best attempts, She ended up succumbing to death. Yet in her last hour, Xyla preserved her soul in a dormant Sprite Core. Vowing to create and give Alyx her second chance..

Even if she had to outsource through other means.

====<div style="padding:0px 30px; font-size:14px;color:#5F5F5F;">After Creation</div>====

Created as the four hundred and first Doll, This Xyla was suppose to be an Eelzen but a complication arose with her weak spirit. Forcing the real Xyla to make an Au Ra shell instead since the scales and structure was more durable. Xyla only changed Quint's memories to give her a better chance at life when the void was taking hold of her. Yet it was Varthamith who abused the memory alteration to his own choices. Thus making him and Xyla look like the bad guys.

Months would pass and her first ever job was contracted by another Xyla under Varthamith's order. Poison some wine meant for a group close to Arala Makeo. She was reluctant as she hardly knew the woman despite sharing some memories like the rest. She eventually caved and did the deed...only failing since they found out before they could drink it.

After some time, Xyla slowly started to rebel after talking with a few people. As Lilith promised to help Xyla, she followed the word of Robert Colt and decided to finally join him. Her ties with Varthamith have been cut off since then and is now on her own. Living at the company house and promised to use her abilities when needed.

Now with the Augmentations attuned and the key to his tower figured out, she waits for Arala's word to assault. For when this all ends, she sees no other reason to keep living.

Sure enough their first encounter with her creator was just an example as her augmentations were taken and used to fuel her new dolls that she called 'Artificial Primals" when in turn they were just Elemental Constructs. After the Water Construct was defeated, the Water Augmentation was retrieved but it was depleted. Xyla desperately seeks a way to refuel and use this in time to open the gate to Varthamith's tower.

Once the augment of water was finally empowered, she created two new Augmentations to fill the missing elements. Ice and Lightning. While the Lightning Augmentation was helped by Leih'a, there came a moment when the Fire Augmentation Doll was spotted. Despite their best efforts to slay and end it before it got worse, the Augmentation didn't back down and instead sought to burn them. Without any choice, Xyla and the others had to shove the doll into the waterway in order to stop it for a time. The search sadly had to be put on halt after Cobalon, her odd carbuncle became frozen in fright after entering the water. For the time, the Fire Augmentation was left to roam...but it soon returned and after a successful group took it down, it gained it's second wind and nearly took Quint had it not been for one extra man and his Chocobo.

Cobalon believed there were more behind this than just Xyla and Varthamith...

From there, she headed to Limsa to find the Wind Augmentation that P'rita had been tracking for weeks, only to have it chained down and weakened upon combat. Before the last blow was made, the Elemental form of the Wind Augmented Doll spoke to them. Prompting Quint to feel an emotion she never felt...

A painful one.

She conversed with a few friends and made the choice to talk to the Earth Augmentation Doll before Arala can fight it. To try and convince it to join her. In the end they had to fight it but managed to save something inside.

With all Augmentations in hand she is ready to open the way...
Many of Xyla and Varthamith's minions slowed their progress but soon enough they would find themselves just about to face him. Yet something does not sit right with Quint.

Why have they ignored harming her and Arala? Hopefully answers will come soon before it's too late. And yet it slowly came to her...Xyla needed them. It was more evidence during their last battle as Arala was the Augmentation letting her be immune to damage while she was taken into the Void form. Thankfully because of her artificial nature, Quint couldn't be fully consumed. With one shred of hope, she would alter and force Xyla's body from within to not respond to allow the others to strike her down. Freeing them. In Xyla's last moment, she told Quint and the others about the Blue Tomestone that Quint had. As if suggesting it was something she needed...and that was it.

Quint on that day cried her non-existent heart out for the first time. Crying for the mother she wished had not indulged on Void energy.

Conflicted with the outcome of this fight and the questions unanswered, she asked to be left alone for a while...
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=== Current ===
Quint spent time in Azys with her new Zu companion, Piyo. she thought about the conflict and her choices. What she could do and why. The words Arala mentioned about how Xyla wanted Quint to forget her stung her.

"Mother made me forget...so I could be happy?" she thought.

She pondered and remembered the journal that Xyla had. How she was devastated that Varthamtih was killed before her but her sanity was slowly descending. It was clear now to her more than ever. Xyla wanted her to be happy out of all the dolls. For that, all the good Xyla had left was given to Quint so that she would be her true child.

As time continued on, Quint would find a student named Xanadu who would be her 'heir' to her spellwork and understanding the Aetherial arts. She has much hope for her.

She had much to think about but many times the topic of marriage popped in her mind. She decided after the Grindstone, she would ask Keiichi to marry her and perform the ceremony...but when her chance came, she couldn't do it and instead left the silver proposal ring she made herself in his hands and ran off. Only after Keiichi caught up to Quint did she explain herself. Keiichi was not one to ignore and happily said yes. This was the first time Quint felt true joy.

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===Finding the Truth===
With much aid from her friends and companions, Quint had much to experience...but still she had unanswered questions. The word 'Soulkin' shed more light on it. Yet her apprentice named Xanadu noticed the odd aetherial shape of Xyla around Quint lately.

For answers, they returned to the tower of Varthamith, now named Quintessence Tower for answers. And nothing. Even searching Xyla's personal quarters give nothing. But there was one name she remembered...

Alyx.

She stayed in the tower for weeks until Quint had a lead. The old home in the Shroud. A small cave hidden in the bends of Snakemolt that use to be her home.

All that was left was a journal...protected by deals of various magic. She had to contact Stein in order to aid her...

And all of it became clear.

She was originally a Duskwight, hence the dark coloration unlike the other or dolls. The daughter of Xyla and named Alyx. Quint on that day felt so much.

Anger, pain, happiness, not, sorrow and despair. All at once.

Whether or not Xyla was a monster...she did what she could to give Alyx a second chance at life.

Perhaps someday...Quint will be able to have her heart working again.

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: Combat is the last thing Alyx wishes to do, but in her situation she uses her crystals to further her skills and even fuses elements to make whole new spells

She has six Augmentation Crystals intended to be her source of spell casting. Each one powered by their element.While she can cast most spells, the Aura Spells are a unique trait. With the recent introduction of a modified Star Globe, Alyx is now more flexible in her spellcasting.

: Fire Augmentation - Defensive Aura Spell: Fire Barrier. - Offensive Aura Spell: Ignit Weapon.

: Water Augmemtation - Defensive Aura Spell: Water Shell. - Offensive Aura Spell: Reflective lens.

: Earth Augmentation - Defensive Aura Spell: Earthen Scales. - Offensive Aura Spell: Earthen Strength.

: Wind Augmentation - Defensive Aura Spell: Reflective Winds. - Offensive Aura Spell: Backdraft.

: Lightning Augmentation - Defensive Aura Spell: Arcing Lightning. - Offensive Aura Spell: Aftershock.

: Ice Augmentation - Defensive Aura Spell: Crystalized Ice. - Offensive Aura Spell: Chilling Mists

===<div style="padding:10px 35px; background: #F2F2F2;font-size:14px;color:#5F5F5F;">Abilities</div>===

'''Future Sight:''' Using four of her Augmentation stones, Quint is capable of opening a portal to see into the future for others to see. However the most she can open it is up to five minutes and it cannot predict incidents past six months in advance, Nor is it possible to see into the past for other choices. These visions are purely speculative and never one hundred percent right. They are more what if's to the choices. She is unable to see these visions as she must maintain the portal instead. Only those who stick their body part inside can see into the future for themselves and not others.

Another quirk deals with other people. In some cases, the people are black silhouettes while rarely will a real person show up in them. The conditions to meet such a feat have to rely on the person's relation and how well known they are to one another.

'''Medicinal Food:''' Quint is a horrible cook. She can't really cook meals to save her life...except for food that are remedies for illness and other ailments people suffer from. The odd quirk of her to make wonderful medicinal food over normal food is put into question with her sense of taste. One of her main goals is to make a fabled curry that Cobalon spoke of. Said to cure many and if any illnesses within a host while tasting heavenly to boot.

'''Siphoning and Transferring Aether:''' A process taught by Cobalon. The ability to transfer Aether from one source to another requires a lot of concentration and one wrong move can be fatal to the person attempting or the host in question. Especially if done on living organisms. The Siphoning process is about extracting a certain attuned aether to an element of it's type. From the six elements, Aether can be individually plucked and gathered in one's hand. This usually requires a 'totem' for living organisms since there is no good method to take aether away without harming the subject.

The two acts can be compared to how a weaver mends and makes robes.

'''Aether Repair:''' Like a real doll, Quint's body can be damage and severed anywhere below the head and still live...however in the event she does lose a limb or take heavy damage, an abundance of Aether is required to mend what is lost. Her body is of a normal flesh consistency but her interior work is akin to the system of blood veins on mortal. In place of that, it's aether. From there, absorbing aether from where her wound is will slowly repair that spot. The bigger and more potent the damage, the more she may need. If her body was destroyed completely but her head remained, it would take upwards of three days to make a new body out of just Aether alone. Thus it's best to have all her parts together to hasten her recovery if possible.

===<div style="padding:10px 15px; background: #F2F2F2;font-size:14px;color:#5F5F5F;">Strengths and Weaknesses</div>===
: Alyx excels in magic much like her creator to an unthinkable level. With many spell combinations, she has the means to cast magic of all schools...

: Because of this, Her body is weak and frail and at times can show signs of use and tear from casting too many spells. While she is powerful, she can eventually break or kill herself from using the augmentations for too long or too often.

: With the introduction of a heavily modified Star Globe, Alyx's limitation of spellcasting has decreased. She no longer needs to replenish herself through Aether infused in her horns. Her new source of spellcasting is the weapon and though it has it's own limits, it no longer taps into Alyx's already dim Aether presence.

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<div style="padding:10px 35px; background: #F2F2F2;font-size:14px;color:#5F5F5F;"><center>''RUMORS''</center></div></span></h3>
''Some of these rumors are untrue or are greatly exaggerated. Please feel free to add your own rumors under PC!''
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<div style="padding:10px 25px; background: #F2F2F2;">◢ Common Rumors (Easily overheard)</div></b>
: <font style="color:#90AB76;" size="3">■</font> "She is a witch!"
: <font style="color:#90AB76;" size="3">■</font> "Those crystals do no look safe."
: <font style="color:#90AB76;" size="3">■</font> "What kind of Au Ra eats stale bread without flinching?"

<b><div style="padding:10px 25px; background: #F2F2F2;">◢ Moderate Rumors (Moderately difficult to overhear)</div></b>
: <font style="color:#F37E1D;" size="3">■</font> "Quint is her name? Seems cute. Could learn to smile."
: <font style="color:#F37E1D;" size="3">■</font> "That girl is so weird...She acts like a newborn at times."

<b><div style="padding:10px 25px; background: #F2F2F2;">◢ Rare Rumors (Very difficult or rarely overheard)</div></b>
: <font style="color:#D83018;" size="3">■</font> "Did you not see her just mend a man's open wound in a few seconds?! Witchcraft!"

<b><div style="padding:10px 25px; background: #F2F2F2;">◢ PC Rumors (Rumors from the characters of other players)</div></b>
: <font style="color:#aac5b4;" size="3">■</font> "She's just misunderstood, I think. Odd. But deep inside, I think she could be really sweet." '''~[[Rihxo Matoi]]
: <font style="color:#aac5b4;" size="3">■</font> "Big sister is brave and strong! I couldn't ask for a better sister!" '''~[[Gaia Quintessence]]
: <font style="color:#aac5b4;" size="3">■</font> "Quint? Yeah she is cool though I want her to smile." '''~[[Igni Quintessence]]
: <font style="color:#aac5b4;" size="3">■</font> "If it wasn't for her...We would never be here. I owe my Big Sister my life." '''~[[Forta Quintessence]]
: <font style="color:#aac5b4;" size="3">■</font> "I do adore Quint. A wonderful sister. It is weird she looks at my breasts from time to time but she is beautiful in her own way." '''~[[Wati Quintessence]]
: <font style="color:#aac5b4;" size="3">■</font> "A tad soft spoken at times, however I can tell she has a good heart in her. She makes for enjoyable company." '''~[[Kukuna Kuna]]
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<div style="padding:10px 35px; background: #F2F2F2;font-size:14px;color:#5F5F5F;"><center>''RELATIONS''</center></div></span></h3>
: <center><font style="color:#54b5eb;" size="3">♥</font> Family    <font style="color:#F02311;" size="3">♥</font> Romantic Interest    <font style="color:#FFCC33;" size="3">●</font> Neutral Standing    <font style="color:#9EC60B;" size="3">●</font> Good Standing     <font style="color:#C24640;" size="3">●</font> Poor Standing</center>

: <font style="color:#F02311;" size="3">♥</font> [[Keiichi Jejeichi]]- An Au Ra looking man with a Lalafell Name. He seems kind of awkward at times but means well and is apparently from a Caravan.

: <font style="color:#54b5eb;" size="3">♥</font> [[Gaia Quintessence]] - A mortal Au Ra saved by Stein and given new life away from Xyla's touches. One of the younger sisters of Quint, Gaia is a cheery and optimistic girl with lot of hope and a strong will. Her old doll number was 405. Has a fond attachment to Stein as a father.

: <font style="color:#54b5eb;" size="3">♥</font> [[Forta Quintessence]] - A sister of Alyx saved by Stein. (Doll 404)

: <font style="color:#54b5eb;" size="3">♥</font> [[Igni Quintessence]] - A sister of Alyx saved by Stein. (Doll 403)

: <font style="color:#54b5eb;" size="3">♥</font> [[Wati Quintessence]] - A sister of Alyx saved by Stein. (Doll 402)

: <font style="color:#54b5eb;" size="3">♥</font> [[Stein Vespyn]]- An Elezen who seemed to take an interest in Quint and what she is. Recently she had been trying to call him 'Father'

: <font style="color:#54b5eb;" size="3">♥</font> [[The Real Xyla]]- with new information, Xyla indeed loved her daughter enough to give her a second chance at life. Even if she became Xyla Prime. For that, Alyx only keeps the good of Xyla inside her as who she truly was. Also apparently...Xyla was at first a Duskwright.

: <font style="color:#9EC60B;" size="3">●</font> [[Kukuna Kuna]] - A lalafel Mage whom over the time of the incident has gotten Alyx's interest. While to say that she may or may not learn anything is up for the future, but Quint almost sees a little of herself in Kuna.

: <font style="color:#9EC60B;" size="3">●</font> [[Edward Lazipu]]- A summoned Carbuncle that can speak thanks to her involvement. It is revealed that he was once called Edward and was not always a Carbuncle. A witch cursed his body before the Green Death could claim him. He currently seeks a way to return to his normal form. While he speaks with a proper and nature dialect, he is known to be quite the pervert at times. Xyla does keep him in line though.

: <font style="color:#9EC60B;" size="3">●</font> [[Arala Makeo]]- A woman her creator eagerly seeks on her side, but after much struggle, she has accepted Alyx as an ally. She is thankful for the chance to prove herself.

: <font style="color:#9EC60B;" size="3">●</font> [[P'rita Kali]]- A Doman ninja who has kept watch over Alyx to make sure she did nothing to be a threat.

: <font style="color:#9EC60B;" size="3">●</font> [[Chiyo Hoshi]]- A Miqo'te who got wrapped up into the mess. Shows signs of actual care towards her.

: <font style="color:#C24640;" size="3">●</font> [[Varthamith Von Netowa]]- An Elezen lich who was nothing more than a pawn to Xyla Prime.

: <font style="color:#696969;" size="3">●</font> [[Xyla Prime]]- The creator of Doll 401. She was the reason all the trouble started but when it came to her and Quint, Xyla left all she use to be with Quint and hopefully have her carry on her good legacy and forget the past. She is dead now, but even her past actions still echo within Quint. For Quint knows that without Xyla, she would never of had life...that she was her true child in the end and one she was happy to realize even when it all ended.8

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===<div style="padding:10px 35px; background: #F2F2F2;font-size:14px;color:#5F5F5F;">Footnotes</div>===

''"The future before us is never set in stone. What choices we make can and will alter the path we head on. There are an infinite amount of possible outcomes, and yet even the simplest actions can completely alter your world. And while I can see into the future briefly...I cannot confirm nor deny if and when that vision is and can be true. For the future CAN be changed, WILL be changed and MUST be changed." - Quint''

All credit goes to [[Bancroft_Gairn|Bancroft Gairn]] for the templete!

[[File:Cobalon.png|thumbnail|Xyla with Cobalon]]
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[[Category:Balmung]]

Rivette Moks

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'''<big>Rivette Moks</big>'''

{{Infobox-character
| name = Rivette Moks
| image = Rivette.png
| server = Balmung
| gender = Female
| citizenship = Ul'dah
| race = Au Ra
| clan = Xaela
| stat_1 = Age
| stat_1_value = 29
| stat_3 = Occupation
| stat_3_value = Hunter, sellsword
| stat_4 = Height/Weight
| stat_4_value = 6 Ft 0 In
| stat_5 = Home
| stat_5_value = Varies. Moves around alot.
}}

Rivette really didn't ideally want to do much, but be lazy when she had the chance. But well. As her parents had left her and her sister when they were young. Rivette being the older sister of Nineveh. Had to well.. Figure something out, so she started learning how to hunt. And fight. To naturally take care of herself, and her sister. Which raised her up to be the towering Xaela that she is today. Scarred by battle. And ready to take on anything, or anyone. Her will un-wavering even in the face of countless foes.

===<div style="padding:10px 15px; background: #606060;font-size:14px;color:#000000;">Basic Info</div>===
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: A patient and well mannered lady. Learned it from all the other races around Eorzea in her time present.

: Mostly decides to spend her time either.. Talking with other people openly, She is not so shy. Or out hunting, in which, sometimes she may even be spotted carrying around some fur from a previous hunt, that she could sell for a few extra gil. Her hunting skills are rather. Excelling due to her combat experience, although, her hunts do not always concern monsters. Sometimes just animals that give meat and fur, as she's a survivalist.

: But with her hunting skills being well exercised, that would not quite be her only like of work. Rivette also works, as a part time sell-sword. But, one with standards to say the least, she would refuse to take on dirty jobs or anything that'd even slightly lower her honour, she although she herself, may not fight with complete honour and value traditional fighting. As she is self-taught so her fighting style is far from refined in its own glory, Rivette would fight fair, if the fight calls for it.

: Having been raised rough around her edges, due to her sister Nineveh robbing people when they were younger, to survive naturally.. As it was just the two of them. She had to well. Fight to protect Nineveh in circumstances.

: Rivette's journey to Eorzea was a rather strange one, because. She never actually came into contact with civilisation for the first few months of being present. Due her injuries sustained before leaving the Othard. Which left her incapable in doing such. She would of thrived on the land, hunting and making camps, from place to place.. Avoiding people in general.. One would not know why she would. But perhaps due to struggles on leaving Othard. Made her not want to be around people.

: Her armour would represent her fearsome fighting style. It'd have spikes pointing out of her shoulders, and in various parts in the armor, it'd almost be representing that of a dragon-warrior. A fearsome look it'd give. Being hit by any part of the armor itself could deal some damage, let alone her axe also, which would not look the same as the armour.. But it'd look more royal, somewhat. But the bladed edge of it would not be a joke in how dangerous it could be. The weight of it too.

===<div style="padding:10px 15px; background: #606060;font-size:14px;color:#000000;">Appearance & Personality</div>===
Rivette is a tall Xaela, build mostly on muscle and brute force, but. That would not justify her in total. Her personality would be light and out-going. And she is rather well mannered. For a warrior like herself, it'd be odd to see such a combination, one would expect more serious attitude from herself. But she detests the thought. Having a sister to take care of made her always keep happy. And polite to people around her. She's rarely ever shy. If she wishes to talk to someone, then she will just walk up and do so. Not fearing how people may think of her, or how rude they might even be to her. Even if they are rude to her, she'd likely be just as rude back, perhaps even childish. As she's still young, she's not one yet to easily give it up and turn into a boring old Xaela.

Those who have already met her, have told them she is nice, and mannered. But also can be rather humorous. Given the conversation at hand, and she'd like to think the same herself. At least to some extent where she doesn't sit on top of her own ego. Which she rarely has. She keeps an eye out for her friends and family over herself. Her actions tend to show that she isn't one to think just for herself.

: <font style="color:#000000;" size="3">■</font> Alignment - [http://easydamus.com/chaoticgood.html Chaotic Good]

===<div style="padding:10px 15px; background: #606060;font-size:14px;color:#000000;">Biography</div>===

====<div style="padding:0px 20px; font-size:14px;color:#000000;">Early Childhood</div>====
<spoiler>Rivette and her sister were left mostly to there own devices from a young age, even though there farther and mother were present for part of there childhood years, they hardly looked after them. Rivette's sister would of picked up bad habits of stealing.. When growing up. Rivette being the older sister of the two. She usually had to deal with it anyone who tried to pick on or have a go at Riv's younger sister, would have to deal with Riv herself. Making the two a bad combination for trouble.. Her little sister ending up making fights happen over stolen things or by being picked on in general by other children. Whilst Rivette put the problems to end herself by force. Which is how she first learnt how to fight to begin with.</spoiler>

====<div style="padding:0px 20px; font-size:14px;color:#000000;">Teenage Years</div>====
<spoiler>In growing up on bad habits, Rivette got stronger and stronger in muscle, just so that nobody would try to harm her sister that she had gotten rather close to. Her sister still stuck to her bad habits.But Rivette grew more.. Matured. Telling her it isn't right to do. And rightfully so. Even thought it fell of deaf ears.. As stealing got more and more dangerous, with weaponry being carried around in the little encampment they were in, it dawned on Rivette that the risk is not worth the reward.There parents had already left them by this point, ditching them to there own devices completely now, as the two were left completely alone to fend for themselve,s only making the struggle for them harder. Which is part of the reason why Rivette grew up to be so muscular to begin with. She had to learn how to hunt, and kill. Self-training herself the most part.</spoiler>

====<div style="padding:0px 20px; font-size:14px;color:#000000;">Escape from Othard</div>====
<spoiler>Garleans had attacked the encampment they were at. In the middle of the night, leaving flames roaring, and scream filling the air. Blood bathing the very floor that one would walk on. Riv herself infuriated at the fact.. But she had a job to do none the less.. To get her sister to safety, and the civilians who couldn't fight, to take them away from camp to the shore which was very close by. She lead them onward to the sure trudging through the bloodied soil, coughing and choking on the very air they'd breath.. As it was clouded in smoke leaving them with a bitter taste. Most of the fighters from her encampment, laid dead. Until long all the screaming was gone.She got all of the remaining survivors to the boat. To set sail, naturally to get them out of here. But Riv herself.. Could not just leave like that.Already suffering minor cuts and close scraps from escaping combat mutiple times on her way. Watching the ship and her sister, sail away on that boat.

She'd have a moment's silence, to recollect herself. Before she'd hear the roaring flames in the distance. Before she'd run back toward the encampment. Not even being armed, only in casual leather clothing.. Nothing more. Upon returning to her camp. She saw, what she wished she hadn't seen at all.. Body parts.. And bodies thrown across the floor. Blood pooling up on the land as it'd reflect the moonlight from it. Before hearing a scream. Of a woman. Which she quickly charged over, without a second to lose.But upon arriving at the place of hearing the scream. She'd just see, a woman laying on the floor, with two crying children nearby.. And garlean armed soldiers with bloodied swords raised to the children, as they huddled in close...

Rivette would not stand idle any longer. As she'd of shoved herself infront of the blades, with her back turned. To block the attack. With her back as a meat shield. As the garlean soldiers, would have cut. Straight across her back, vertically twice. And deeply. Making an X mark across her back. Bloodied.. Making her fall down onto her knee's but.. Not broken. Not yet. She had to buy more time. As she'd of told the children to run naturally. Before returning to get onto her feet. To buy two children.. Time to escape. Her will not letting her to run away. Nor bow down. As she would of went on a blood lusted rage. Murdering the two Garleans, with a broken in half sword found on the floor. The garleans bodies were not even.. Recoverable in the state they were in.. Before she'd of limped away before more came. To the shore, finding the children she saved in the process.

They would of rested on the beach. Riv's injuries only getting worse. The blood would not stop flowing, and if it didn't then she'd die within the hour. So they set up a fire, burnt metal.. And she had to count on the children. To burn the cuts on her back. Shut.. Which they did. To stop the bleeding. Making Rivette's back.. As it is today.. Having a huge X shaped scar across her back. going from shoulders down to the bottom of her ribs. Burnt shut. Although it wouldn't be a bad looking scar. It'd actually look.. Well. Attracting? One might say.

The garleans who attacked them previously, caught up on the smoke trail left by the fire, making them flee down the shore. Where they found a make-shift raft, probably used by a fisherman in the tribe. Which her and the children borded it.. Sailing off quickly on a make-shift raft, which wasn't quite stable.. Deeper on into the oceans, few hours into there voyage.. They'd encounter a storm. Destroying the raft.. And separating them all. Rivette would of blacked out, from blood loss at this point, until she'd of been swept up to shore luckily by the waves.. But her body in such a mess. That she was placed in a coma for two months. One man found her on the shore, and took her to safety. Where he tended to her wounds, and kept her fed and such things whilst in the coma.. Before awaking.. And she was there. In Eorzea.</spoiler>

: Layout is a slightly modified version taken from [[Lsael Elswer]]
: '''Theme Song''': [Demon hunter - Last one alive]

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RPC Library:Special thanks

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The RPC would like to give special thanks to the following people, whose generous [https://www.patreon.com/freelancewizard pledges of financial support] help keep the RPC going.
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FreelanceWizard:

L'yhta Mahre

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FreelanceWizard: /* Affiliations and Known Associates */ Adding a few more.

{{Infobox-character
| name = L'yhta Mahre
| image = Lyhta-tiergan.jpg
| imagewidth = 350
| caption = L'yhta, envisioned by '''Tiergan'''
| title = Stupendiferous Magnifijestic Mage
| gender = Female
| citizenship = Limsa Lominsa
| race = Miqo'te
| clan = Seekers of the Sun
| server = Balmung
| stat_1 = Age
| stat_1_value = 24
| stat_2 = Height
| stat_2_value = Tall (5 fulms, 5 ilms)
| stat_3 = Weight
| stat_3_value = Thin, somewhat muscular (120-130 ponz)
| stat_4 = Profession
| stat_4_value = "Lady Sorceress"
| stat_5 = Patron Deity
| stat_5_value = The Mothercrystal (so she claims)
}}
'''L'yhta Mahre''' (LEE-tah MAH-ray), formally known as '''Yhta of the Vipers, sired by L'mahre Nunh''' and commonly as '''Lyta''' (lie-TUH), is a miqo'te Seeker of the Sun who nominally lives in Limsa Lominsa. She was once the Voice of [http://www.themysterium.org Mysterium], but is now just one of its Masters. Her formal address in the Ivory Tower is Wizard Yhta Mahre, Master of Mysterium, Thaumaturge, Conjurer, Arcanist, Astromancer; by Aether illuminated, Beacon of Hope.

==Appearance==
L'yhta is a tall (approximately 5' 5") miqo'te female with dark skin and long dark purple hair that she keeps tied back out of her face. She has bright, almost iridescent heliotrope eyes with the usual slits of her clan. Her tail is quite long for a Seeker of the Sun and, like her ears, often expressive. Her build is thin and gangly; she's not particularly shapely, though she has lately put on a bit of wiry muscle. Her face has the markings inherent to some of the Seekers of the Sun -- three on each side in an tiger stripe pattern. L'yhta's voice is an untrained [[Wikipedia:Mezzo-soprano#Dramatic|dramatic mezzo-soprano]], fairly low for someone her size. She doesn't exhibit much of an accent, if any, when she speaks, except perhaps when she's particularly inebriated.

As of late, L'yhta's begun dying her hair and tail regularly, as well as changing her hair style seemingly at a whim. This began after she took a "sabbatical" to Greencliff around the time of the Starlight Celebration in the 5th year of the Seventh Umbral Era; exactly why that prompted her to take such a whimsical, impulsive approach to her hair has yet to be disclosed.

==History==
[[Image:L'yhta Mahre by Emadra.JPG|300px|left|thumb|L'yhta, envisioned by '''Emadra''']]
In western La Noscea resides the small fishing village of Greencliff, named for its high cliffs and its relatively dense, yet small, nearby forest. The village was originally home to a small population of Sea Wolves, but they found themselves outnumbered by an influx of Seekers of the Sun approximately 95 years ago when L'sharhl Nunh established the area as hunting grounds for the Viper tribe and assumed the title of nunh there. As the miqo'te made their homes in the area and largely shifted to an agricultural and aquacultural lifestyle, the Roegadyn population slowly decreased, eventually leaving the village almost entirely to the newcomers. It was into this settled branch of the Vipers that L'yhta was born, the fifth child of L'arhi Xahlo and L'mahre Nunh.

L'yhta's early life was unremarkable; she had no especially outstanding characteristics other than a quick wit and a keen mind -- neither of which were particularly impressive, much less useful, in a village used to eking out a living through fishing and the occasional felling of lumber to fuel [[Limsa Lominsa]]'s demand for ships. As far as the other miqo'te of Greencliff were concerned, what was remarkable about L'yhta was exactly how unremarkable she was. The tall girl proved to be passable with an axe, vaguely competent with the spear, moderately capable of catching fish, and not especially attractive, either. This surprised those who expected great things of the children of L'mahre Nunh and L'arhi Xahlo. L'mahre was considered by most to be one of the branch's greater nunh; his physical strength and virility were highly praised. L'arhi, for her part, had borne seven children, an impressive number by any standards. The only son she bore him, L'rhilo Tia, was held as a pure example of miqo'te excellence. With gleaming golden hair, dashing features, lightning reflexes, and sparkling silver and gold heterochromic eyes, he was already beginning to turn the heads of the women of the tribe and sparking rumours that he'd prove to be the next nunh. L'yhta's sisters were equally fine specimens: tall, beautiful, and possessed of a nearly regal grace. By contrast, the lanky, average L'yhta was quite a disappointment. Nevertheless, L'arhi remained supportive, hoping that her fifth child would find ''something'' at which she'd be more than just minimally competent, even if that were simply bearing children to the nunh. For her part, the often isolated L'yhta spent a great deal of time staring out into the stars and across the sea and wondering if her destiny were always to be so painfully mundane.

Then, the Calamity changed everything. Bahamut's fire scourged the land, and amidst the chaos, L'mahre Nunh was struck by a shower of superheated shards of rock. While he survived, he lost a leg and an arm in the attack. Unwilling to see someone else lay his father low, L'rhilo Tia challenged him for the position of nunh. The fight was short; it took mere moments for the son to defeat the father. The tribe looked on as L'rhilo, hovering over the fallen nunh, exchanged brief whispered words with him -- then tore out his throat. To this day, no one knows exactly what L'mahre said to L'rhilo; some suggest the father asked his son to end his suffering, while others whisper that the once nunh begged for mercy and L'rhilo killed him anyway. Regardless of the truth, L'rhilo Tia became L'rhilo Nunh that day, and he celebrated the victory that night with some of the most beautiful women of the tribe.

It wasn't long after he ascended to the position of nunh that L'rhilo came to L'yhta to ask her to his bed. While it wasn't unexpected that he'd attempt to carry on the impressive lineage of his mother and father, what surprised everyone (especially L'yhta) was when he passed over her elder sisters in favor of a lanky 16 year old. L'yhta doesn't discuss what exactly he said to her, other than that he made it abundantly clear that he expected her to do her duty to the tribe and bear his children. What the whole tribe knows is what happened next: when the sun rose the next day, L'yhta was gone.

To this day, L'yhta isn't entirely sure what prompted her to flee her fate. She would like to believe it was her wanderlust and curiosity pulling her away from a fettered life, but it was more likely due to the arrogant, lascivious, and forceful insistence of someone she'd previously trusted and saw as a friend. Rather than acquiesce, L'yhta collected some food, a spare set of clothes, and some small carved shells and pearls given to her by her mother, then headed south towards the only landmark she knew: a large lighthouse. It was there that she was able to trade the pearls for gil, then use the gil to travel to Limsa Lominsa to start a new life.

L'yhta was naturally overwhelmed by Limsa Lominsa when she first arrived. What struck her most of all was the way the miqo'te there acted. They were overly cheerful, extremely outgoing, and entirely willing to use their bodies to their advantage (and sometimes profit). Unwilling to take up any of the "trades" that were not so gently suggested to her by the city's more salty inhabitants, L'yhta instead wandered the city, using the last of her gil to secure lodging while she tried to figure out her next step. It was during one of these walks that she quite literally ran into Robert Fletcher, an antiquated hyur with piercing green eyes and an explosion of white hair bursting from his head. Little did she know that this man was a powerful Thaumaturge and also the Voice of the Wizards' Choir; she also wasn't aware that he'd been watching her, intrigued by a Seeker of the Sun without a purpose but a gift for the arcane. Robert took her in and introduced her to the three disciplines of magic, and was pleased to see her quickly learn to command her own Aether as well as to call upon that of the land. For her part, L'yhta was both shocked and ecstatic that she'd finally found something that she wouldn't make a fool of herself at -- something where her skill would live up to the name of her father. As part of her training, Robert introduced her to the rituals of the Choir and inducted her as his apprentice.

For the next four years, L'yhta lived with Robert, who she viewed as a quirky grandfather, and trained under him and the five other superannuated Chairs of the Choir. She came to love her strange new family of aging spellcasters, and they, while they could be annoyed by her youthful enthusiasm, cared for her as an adpoted child. Sadly, this life wouldn't last for long. In year 5 of the seventh umbral era, the Choir was requested by the Foreign Levy to help defend the city against a Sahagin assault. Ultimately, the Maelstrom won the battle, but at a terrible cost -- all of the Choir's members were struck down save L'yhta, who Robert insisted stay behind the lines. When she rushed to her mentor's side, his last words stuck in her memory: ''"Sing with a new Choir, young Voice."''

Since she's continued her training within the various magical guilds of Eorzea, L'yhta has discovered that she possesses the Echo. She theorizes this might be why she has such a faculty for channeling Aether, though more importantly, she's ''quite sure'' this means that she has a great destiny she needs to fulfill.

==Personality==
[[Image:Lyhta-levecard.jpg|200px|left|A guildleve card for L'yhta, by '''Nahue''']]
L'yhta is typical of many Seekers of the Sun in that she can be impulsive and tends to speak her mind; like her brethren, she shows her emotions readily, which often makes her seem more flighty and impulsive than she actually is. She's somewhat naïve, tending to believe that people are usually good, that evil is always apparent and obvious, and that everyone wants to hear and see truth spoken to power. It helps that she has a sharp wit and a constant enthusiasm, though this latter trait sometimes grates on others' nerves. At times, she can be self-centered, petulant, and altogether childish, especially when her naivete about the world is challenged, when something stands between her and her goals, when she makes what she perceives to be a mistake, or when she feels like she's lost control of a situation. When her friends are threatened -- or when she ''perceives'' that they're being threatened or have been wronged by the forces of "Evil and Awful" -- she can be stubbornly dismissive and brutally violent and tends not to react well if asked to stay her hand, turning her ire on those same friends instead. In general, L'yhta is quite open about her feelings; if she likes you, you'll know it, and if she doesn't like you or is angry with you, she'll make ''sure'' you know that. Subtlety and deception aren't typically part of her repertoire.

L'yhta is also known to put on a bit of a haughty air when discussions of race come up. To L'yhta, miqo'te who fall into the "cute, sexy cat" stereotype -- "domesticated kittens," as she calls them -- are denigrating their whole race and contributing to the hypersexualization of miqo'te women. She also holds the other races with a degree of contempt for supporting this behavior by employing miqo'te as dancers and prostitutes. However, L'yhta also holds no love for tribal miqo'te, who she feels are limiting themselves and their race in addition to participating in what she now considers a barbaric system of mating. Her time in Limsa Lominsa has given her a strong desire for freedom and a respect for the dual virtues of self-sufficiency and teamwork, and the incompatibility of these with tribal miqo'te culture is part of why she holds it in such contempt.

Generally, L'yhta is fairly reserved in large social gatherings where she doesn't know most of the people there. She tends to keep to herself, away from the crowd. If approached, she's her usual gregarious, talkative self, but she doesn't seek out interactions (unless she happens to notice something that captures her eye, such as a Nymian relic or new spell). In bars in and around Limsa Lominsa, this tends to cause a fair number of rumours about "t'at mage drownin' 'er sorrows at th' end of th' bar." As she doesn't particularly enjoy "people-watching," she typically shies away from particularly raucous taverns unless brought there by someone she knows or they're one of her usual haunts (such as the Missing Member).

Like a young college student, L'yhta believes she's figured the world out thanks to her newfound knowledge and experience, and this has driven her to arrogantly make rash, ill-advised decisions. In general, though, L'yhta's motivated to help others and make the world a better place, even if lately she's taken on a rather significant anti-authoritarian streak. In D&D terms, her alignment is '''Chaotic Good'''. In Palladium terms, she's closest to '''Unprincipled''' these days (though she has some disturbingly '''Aberrant''' behaviors).

==Affiliations and Known Associates==
L'yhta is a citizen of Limsa Lominsa and a member of the Foreign Levy of the Maelstrom; technically speaking, she holds the rank of Second Storm Lieutenant, though both she and the Maelstrom largely consider that honorary, and she certainly wouldn't use it except, perhaps, to pull rank on an intransigent supply officer or hapless private in a moment of great need. Additionally, as part of the cooperative exchange program established by the three Grand Companies, she often acts as a consultant on matters of magic for the Immortal Flames and the Twin Adder. Finally, L'yhta is a Master of [http://www.themysterium.org Mysterium], an order of mages based out of Limsa Lominsa.

In particular, L'yhta has been known to have significant connections with (in no particular order, save that NPCs are last):

* [[Clalaris Sil Laris]] -- A lalafellin conjurer and, it's rumoured, white mage of Gridania is one of her closest friends. L'yhta feels she can talk to her about anything, which has led to more than a few awkward conversations.
* [[Nathalanee Reinhart]] -- Nathalanee was once L'yhta's girlfriend, but the two appear to have broken up after Nathalanee went on an extended mission for the Twin Adders. L'yhta still speaks very fondly of the miqo'te, though, and stridently defends her against those who may speak ill of her.
* [[Eamont Desormaux]] -- This elezen conjurer is essentially L'yhta's surrogate father, though some believe their relationship is rather more than platonic.
* [[Seth Honeybrew]] -- Seth is, quite shockingly, the only person from whom L'yhta will accept casual racism towards miqo'te. Exactly why she's willing to laugh off from Seth what from others would usually get a verbal barrage isn't clear, but it is clear she considers him a good friend.
* [[Sazhi'to Bajhiri]] -- L'yhta feels a particular kinship to Sazhi'to (who she often just calls "Sazhi"), as both of them are, in her mind, refugees from tribal malfeasance. As for his sister, Mholi... L'yhta would be fine pushing her off a cliff.
* [[Rosamund Cartwright]] -- A rich daughter of Limsa Lominsa, Roz is one of L'yhta best friends.
* [[Racilian Lyenum]] -- "Raci," who was once a member of the Ivory Tower, is one of her friends and can always bring a smile to her face.
* [[Gus Pumpkinweed]] -- Gus was once one of L'yhta's apprentices, and the two of them got along quite well (perhaps due to the fact that they both have a strong drive towards excellence). She's ecstatic to hear that he's now opened a business of his own.
* [[Kevaraan Annorek]] -- This troubled miqo'te lancer was one of L'yhta's close friends before the Seventh Astral Era. She presumes him dead at this point, though she hopes he's just found a place where he can work through his issues.
* [[R'kyala Mahji]] -- Since the two of them met through Camille, they've gotten along smashingly, perhaps because they both act like chocobos hopped up on X-Ethers.
* [[Paran Hywel]] -- Paran and L'yhta have largely patched up their past issues, and have gone back to being friends. Lately, L'yhta has been offering him relationship advice and, perhaps, coming to some rather key realizations about herself in the process.
* [[Camille Everardi]] -- L'yhta enjoys Camille's company and her keen intellect and ability to plan. She feels Camille is wise beyond her years.
* [[K'hane Tariq]] -- Since she was released from the influence of a powerful voidsent, K'hane's returned to "normal," though L'yhta wishes she'd show more of her confidence. "There's got to be a middle ground, right?"
* [[Deitrych Brownlowe]] -- This bounty hunter is viewed by most in the Tower as somewhere between weird and extremely creepy, but L'yhta finds him to be largely misunderstood and quirkily charming. The two have interacted much less after certain revelations regarding his interactions with Clalaris.
* [[Kellach Woods]] -- L'yhta met Kellach at a beach party when he was still an employee of XI:7. She likes both his enthusiasm and humbleness, and she'd like to show him more magic as she feels he has a strong talent for the art.
* [[Fio Arasgain]] -- This chef at the Bismarck and skilled warrior is someone L'yhta respects, as he's a fellow refugee from the tribal life. She feels they have a lot in common and could become closer friends.
* [[Karaki Crystalis]] -- After a rocky start, L'yhta's found that she and this miqo'te from the East have a lot in common. She considers him a friend and hopes to be able to "correct" his less personable qualities.
* [[Cliodhna Eoghan]] -- Cliodhna and L'yhta have crossed paths a few times, and they've a friendship forged on a mutual love of fun and helping others.
* [[Sasari Sari]] -- L'yhta gets along well with Sasari, or so she believes, and is quite interested in figuring out how to help her in better controlling her magicks.
* [[Sasani Sani]] -- Perhaps surprisingly, L'yhta can in fact tell Sasari and Sasani apart. She thinks Sasani is particularly sweet.
* [[Kerin Misteyes]] -- While still on somewhat formal terms with this conjurer of the Fane, L'yhta considers Kerin a friend.
* [[Zagi'zi Kumai]] -- Despite claims that he's lost his arrogance and found a new appreciation for others, L'yhta still despises this "insufferable arse," and can't conceive of why people she knows enjoy spending time with him. She believes they have more in common than either of them would ever admit, and that perceived kinship is why she doesn't actively work against him.
* [[Kurenai Nagi]] -- L'yhta's adopted this young au ra as a surrogate little sister and has gone to great lengths to protect her and aid her with both navigating Eorzean society and her unique aetheric "problem." Despite Kurenai having left the Tower, L'yhta does try to check in on her from time to time.
* [[Aidan Hayward]] -- L'yhta met Aidan through a random leve and, despite a rocky start, the two of them had a rather torrid relationship. The two have broken up under what appears to be rather unpleasant circumstances.
* [[Llaine Tetheros]] -- Llaine and L'yhta built a relationship and ultimately a marriage by way of a long-term friendship, but for reasons L'yhta refuses to disclose other than "a big fight," the two have parted ways, with Llaine having had Eamont release her from her oath to the Tower. L'yhta still claims to love Llaine, but her discussion of the relationship and its end seems to be tinged with a great deal of bitterness.
* [[Anzu Sakata]] -- Sakata Anzu and L'yhta grew to become friends through a series of long and somewhat awkward conversations. L'yhta sees her as another surrogate sister, albeit one who needs her advice more than who can give it.
* [[Braxis Wynterwulf]] -- L'yhta isn't quite sure what to make of Ser Braxis, other than that he seems honorable and that he and Llaine often seem a lot closer than she and Llaine do (or did). She's often rather jealous of him.
* [[Myradin Aurelia]] -- Even though she knows her birth name is Mitsune, L'yhta continues to refer to her as Myradin, and considers this auri priestess to be one of her closest confidants -- when she's around, at any rate.
* Cieranaux Aramont -- Robert Fletcher's apprentice prior to L'yhta, Cieranaux has nothing but disrespect for her and typically lobs idle insults and cliché attacks in her direction -- a way to show his distaste for her while reminding her that she's, to him, nothing more than a trifle that doesn't warrant a more serious effort. After nearly murdering him and being pulled back from the brink by two of her friends, she's decided to just dismiss him as not worth her trouble.
* Volkido Tekido -- Robert Fletcher's personal assistant, this lalafell is the majordomo of the Ivory Tower and also acts as L'yhta's personal assistant. As much as he complains about being put upon by these "wizards with their heads in the clouds," and the "foolish girl" that he's "stuck with," Volkido cares deeply for her and the other wizards.
* L'ehli Tia -- When L'yhta last went to Greencliff, this tia -- one of her nephews by her eldest sister -- followed her back. Volkido has set him up with an apartment using L'yhta's funds so he can remain in the city; he's currently training at the Coral Tower to join the Yellowjackets.
* Solaxia -- L'yhta's agreed to, along with Clalaris, train this excitable sylph in the ways of magic. While Solaxia would much rather learn Thaumaturgy from Stompy One (as she calls L'yhta), L'yhta's pushed the sylph to learn Conjury from Moogle One (aka Clalaris) first.
* Lydia Burroughs -- This alleged defector from the Garleans was complicit in a dire crime committed against one of L'yhta's best friends. L'yhta told Nathalanee she wanted her to decide how to handle the captive, and so Lydia was turned over to the Twin Adder for debriefing despite L'yhta's misgivings. While she hopes the hyur can make good on the second chance she's been given, L'yhta is keeping a close eye on her and won't hesitate to try to put an end to this experiment if it goes even the least bit awry.

==Characteristics==
[[Image:L'yhtaMahreFlat.jpg|right|thumb|300px|L'yhta, envisioned by [http://mitchfoust.deviantart.com Mitch Foust]]]
* '''Nicknames''': Lyta (to most non-miqo'te), Yhta (to very close friends only)
* '''Age''': 24
** '''Nameday''': 12th sun of the 3rd Astral Moon, 1555 of 6th Astral Era
* '''Gender''': Female
** '''Sexuality''': Bisexual, though largely preferring men
** '''Marital Status''': Single, once again
* '''Alignment''': Chaotic Good/Unprincipled
* '''Height''': 5 fulms, 5 ilms
* '''Weight''': Generally around 120 to 130 ponz
* '''Body''': Thin, lanky, but with a wiry musculature
* '''Hair''': Varies, but naturally, long, straight, and violet
* '''Eyes''': Iridescent heliotrope
* '''Skin''': Mocha, with chocolate facial markings
* '''Clothing''': In public, she tends to robes, pants or leggings, high boots, and ring guards or fingerless gloves. As of late, she's also been wearing fairly "daring" outfits involving short skirts and light, sleeveless tops. Her choice of clothing in public is as fluid as her mood, though unless she has no alternative, she never wears armor heavier than a breastplate or chain-backed robes and heavy leather boots. In private, she usually wears leggings and a bandeau top, light and minimal smallclothes, or nothing at all.

===Likes===
* Music and dancing
* Battle and violence (though she'd only confess to "battles to protect people")
* Jellied fruits -- or any fruit, really
* Conversation, especially about magic, philosophy, and religion
* Proving how great she is
* Being surprised by someone's knowledge and talents
* Being teased (though she'd ''never'' admit that)
* Confident people who don't take themselves or life too seriously

===Dislikes===
* Probing questions about her tribal past or ''especially'' about her sexuality
* Being corrected, even when she's clearly screwed up
* Miqo'te females who fit the "cute" or "sexy" stereotype, as well as those who support tribal culture
* People who deny her "clearly obvious brilliance"
* The nobility and anyone else who seek to impose their will on others
* Arrogant people, especially those who claim noble blood or divine right
* "Fanatic cultists:" Ishgardians, Garleans, and sometimes Gridanians (depending on how much they use "the will of the Elementals" to justify their actions)

[[Image:Lyhta mahre sanguinefenrir.png|right|thumb|300px|L'yhta envisioned by '''sanguineFenrir''']]
===Areas of Expertise===
* '''Martial''': Thaumaturgy, Arcanima, Conjury, Sharlayan Astromancy; Thaumaturgy is her strongest Discipline, followed by Arcanima, then Conjury and Astromancy.
** L'yhta has a strong amateur's skill in one-handed swordplay, but rarely uses it in the field except to advance her research or if she has no other options.
* '''Crafting''': Engraving, magitek modification
** She has some experience in alchemy and goldsmithing, but is a rough beginner except where they're necessary for her research. She knows enough tailoring to patch her own clothes. Mostly, she relies on others to keep her non-magical equipment and clothes in good shape.
* '''Other''': Magic theory, literacy, area knowledge, vocal performance, dancing, being insufferably upbeat
** L'yhta's particular area of expertise in magic theory is what she calls "esotery" -- archaic and often "odd" practices of magic that don't neatly fit into the three Disciplines. This includes melding the different Disciplines together to produce novel effects.

===Strengths===
* '''Magically adept''': L'yhta has a considerable natural talent for weaving Aether and practices all three Disciplines of Magic (though she's not ''nearly'' as great as she thinks she is).
* '''Driven''': When she's set her mind to something, it's very difficult to dissuade her.
* '''Witty''': L'yhta can be pretty quick with a quip or a joke about a situation, even in the midst of a pitched battle.
* '''Active''': If nothing else, L'yhta is a constant dynamo of energy. She does have an "off switch," so to speak, but most of the time, she's always in motion.
* '''Sidethinker''': When she does actually deign to plan, she's good at coming up with unexpected alternative solutions to problems.
* '''High alcohol tolerance''': As a result of growing up with small beers and her training with the Wizards' Choir (some of which involved heavy drinking and the consumption of "recreational" herbs and potions), L'yhta has a shockingly high alcohol tolerance, especially for someone her size. It's said she's drunk even salty Roegadyn sailors under the table, though not without having to be carried out of the tavern afterwards.
* '''Optimistic''': Everything's going to be great, Eorzea's heading to a greater tomorrow, and there's no way we can make the same mistakes of the past -- or so L'yhta believes. Going hand in hand with her naivete, she's boundlessly optimistic and typically views the bright side of any situation.

===Weaknesses===
* '''Physically inept''': While she has improved her physical skills, L'yhta is still far more powerful magickally; she'll never win a sword duel, for instance.
* '''Naive''': L'yhta believes that people are essentially good, that evil is always obvious, and that Good will always triumph over Evil in the end. More subtle and devious forms of wickedness can slip right under her nose, and as a result she's not the best judge of character.
* '''Imperceptive''': It could be her overconfidence blinding her, a consequence of her stubbornness when her mind is on another task, or merely a natural trait, but L'yhta is notably poor at noticing things that are out of the ordinary unless she's explicitly looking for them. As a Seeker of the Sun, her night vision is also fairly poor (which is one reason she likes staves that glow, besides how "stylish" they are). Her lack of perception often even extends to picking up on social cues.
* '''Stubborn''': Going hand in hand with being driven, once she's chosen a course of action -- for good or ill -- she rarely changes her mind unless the situation changes such that she has no other option. If she, for instance, decides someone is evil, it's very difficult to convince her otherwise. Precious few people can get her to second-guess her decisions, particularly in the heat of the moment.
* '''Overconfident''': At present, nothing in the world can convince "Limsa Lominsa's most spectaculofabulous sorcerer" that she's not, in fact, "Utterly Excellent" and "Destined for Great Things." This overconfidence more often than not leads her to take unnecessary, completely foolish risks. One of the most common demonstrations of this is her casually dismissive attitude towards both danger and her enemies. Some suspect that this overconfidence is really just overcompensation for her...
* '''Self-image issues''': As a result of her upbringing, L'yhta feels that magic is the only thing she's actually any good at, and that she has very few other positive qualities. This is usually extremely well-hidden behind her veil of overconfidence, but it comes out from time to time in pointedly negative comments she makes about herself, perseveration on others' off-handed comments about her, and dramatic changes in behavior or clothing based on the observations of others. For instance, a simple "isn't that outfit a little tight for you?" from an acquaintance can get her to run away to change clothes into something dramatically different, even if she were just proudly showing the outfit off.
* '''Lack of planning''': L'yhta rarely plans her actions in advance, preferring instead a "Geronimo!" approach of leaping before she looks. The term "poor impulse control" fits her, and when she feels she has to plan (or is forced to do so), she tends to get fidgety and impatient.

==Other Notes==
[[Image:LyhtaMahreNobootsFinalJPeg-Eckzein.jpg|right|thumb|300px|L'yhta dancing, envisioned by '''Eckzein''']]
[[Image:Lyhta-aria.jpg|right|thumb|300px|L'yhta being smug, envisioned by '''A'ria''']]
[[Image:ChibiMaker-Lyhta.jpg|right|thumb|200px|Chibi L'yhta-chan?!?]]
===Naming===
L'yhta usually uses a slightly simplified version of her name, "Lyta," among non-miqo'te primarily because she dislikes them butchering its actual pronunciation and spelling. It's easier and less obnoxious, in her mind, to just use a name that matches how people would typically read her name anyway. As such, she often uses the alias on legal documents in the city-states to simplify transactions. Among other miqo'te, however, she uses and prefers her real name. In close company, she, like many Seekers of the Sun, is known to drop her tribe letter and call herself Yhta (EE-tah).

===Religion===
L'yhta venerates the Twelve, but doesn't worship them, nor does she recognize any of them as her patron deity. If anything, she views Hydaelyn itself as her patron based on recent events. She feels that the circumstances of her life are proof of two things: one, she's been chosen for a Great Destiny by the Mothercrystal, and two, Nymeia has chosen to bless her, perhaps for this reason. Perhaps surprisingly, L'yhta isn't egotistical or outspoken about either of these beliefs or religion in general. In fact, she's typically awkward in such discussions, approaching them extremely tentatively (especially with regards to the Echo, which she views as both a blessing and a curse that makes her "weird").

===Quirks===
L'yhta adores jellied and candied fruits, and is rarely without a pouch of them. She also tends to introduce herself using made-up adjectives, usually created by forcefully merging two words, to describe her "greatness;" for instance, she's been known to refer to herself as "stupendiferous," "brilliantastic," and "magnifijestic." She'll often apply this sort of puffery to her friends, particularly when introducing them or cheering on their successes.

===Equipment===
L'yhta has acquired through her travels a fairly significant collection of artifacts that can channel and focus Aether, ranging from Nymian books to Allagan rods, from Belah'dian swords to Amdapori staves. Most of her robes and other clothes are commissioned bespoke, then enchanted by her; she spends considerable gil on "looking stylish," as she puts it. She especially likes modern recreations of ancient designs, such as Nymian outfits. However, she does have a relatively small collection of acquired clothing, including some highly magicked smallclothes that she came across in an Ishgardian fortress that'd been overrun by Voidsent.

In addition to this equipment, L'yhta has a wide variety of stolen and modified magitek (including a Reaper she's painted a garish metallic yellow) that she uses along with specialized spells of her own design to either deflect attacks or imbue her weapons -- specifically, a magitek sword -- with magical force. The net effect is that she can become quite difficult to hurt, but her lack of expertise and physical ability leave her relatively inept at actually landing any blows. When she's "cheating" in this way, she can't channel Aether for more direct spells. Despite her best efforts (and probably for the good of Eorzea generally), she remains unable to call forth and precisely control enough Aether to do so, and the effects of the magitek on the local Aetheric flows would make attempts to do so rather unsafe, to put it mildly.

===Rumours===
The following rumours can be heard about L'yhta, predominantly in Limsa Lominsa. (Please feel free to add your character's thoughts here as well.)

====Common rumours====
* "Remember that wizard, Robert Wotshisname? The one with the white hair? Yeah, he was ''totally'' making his bed with that Seeker girl, ifyaknowwhatImean."
* "Nah, she was just leading him on to get his inheritance once he was returned to the sea."
* "I heard she's been working with the Maelstrom as some kind of 'consulting mage' after she stopped some huge fishback ritual."
* "I never seen someone who weren't a kid, drunk, or a whore hug people as much as she does. An' she's no child, so whaddya think that says about her?"

====Uncommon rumours====
* "Remember what I said about her killing her family? She went back to finish the job! Why else's she got black hair now?"
* "Oh, I heard that she actually killed that old man she was bedding! She hit him with a spell while he was fighting on the front lines."
* "I used ta say she had no magical power, b-but... listen, bub, I-I saw her ''vaporize'' a ship's mast at full sail! Snap, boom, it was just ''gone''!"
* "I saw her bring an injured hyur to Fallgourd Float... then hire an adventurer to shoot the poor woman if she tried to leave! What kind of horrible creature would do such a thing?"
* "Shh! Keep it down! I heard she pushed someone off th' side of the city when he talked bad about her an' Seekers, then set 'im on fire on th' way down!"

====Rare rumours====
* "L'yhta's family is looking for her, and they're worried sick that she's going to fall in with a bad crowd or get killed."
* "She travels between here, Gridania, and Ul'dah a lot -- I bet she's a secret assassin working for some rich noble."
* "That green-haired miqo'te she's been hanging around? They're lovers, I heard. Yeah -- and that older elezen she's around, too, and those two lalafell with the staves. Typical miqo'te, bedding anything with a heartbeat..."

====What PCs are saying====

* "L'yhta? She is a tad excitable, yes, but then she tends to find exciting things. It all balances out, really, and it makes for interesting stories to tell." --[[Sazhi'to Bajhiri]]
* "A female who shares my distaste for the tribes. Fancies herself a sorcerer, too. She'll definitely be a good resource if she's half as learned as she claims to be." -- [[Fio Arasgain]]
* "A very good friend. Always good for a hug! And for exploring dangerous ruins with reckless disregard for our own well-being." - [[Kellach Woods]]
* "Oh- L'yhta! The sorcerer, hm? Hells, I really meant to speak with her again- she inspired me to try and take up more of the magical arts than I thought ''plausible'' before. I am still ''quite'' interested to see how she managed to meld Arcanima and Thaumaturgey, and those experiments ''did'' sound intriguing. ... I wonder if she remembers me; how time gets away up here. . ." -- [[Xavarian Mystrife]]
* "L'yhta's adorable. She's got a neat way of talking and some of the stuff's over my head but I can tell she's got a good heart! Plus she's a lot like me in some ways. More than the Miqo'te thing, and she doesn't have the glowy hair, but still..." -- [[Karaki Crystalis]]
* "L'yhta is my closest friend, my sister, and my most trusted confidant. There are not words to describe what she means to me, but suffice it to say that I would give everything for her sake. Whether it be delving into dangerous ruins, facing down hordes of enemies, or unlocking the mysteries of this world, I know I can count on her, and she on me." - [[Llaine Tetheros]]

===Known Haunts===
You might have run into or otherwise know L'yhta from:

* Mornings at the Bismarck in Limsa Lominsa, where she's usually there just after dawn for tea and fruit.
* All three magical guilds, which she regularly frequents and almost always with a journal in hand.
* The shores of La Noscea (particularly near Mist), where she's known to go swimming on a somewhat regular basis.
* Raids on Garlean encampments and Castrums, both formal and informal.

==References==
[[Image:Lyhta_Mahre_Face_2.png|thumb|300px|right|''"Time to be Big Damn Heroes!"'']]
* [http://ffxiv-roleplayers.com/showthread.php?tid=2688&pid=36966#pid36966 100 Questions About L'yhta]
* [http://ffxiv-roleplayers.com/showthread.php?tid=1999&pid=39718#pid39718 Character references (for art)]
* [http://ffxiv-roleplayers.com/showthread.php?tid=3266&pid=40557#pid40557 RP connections wanted for L'yhta]
* [http://ffxiv-roleplayers.com/showthread.php?tid=3039 You might know L'yhta from...]
* [http://ffxiv-roleplayers.com/showthread.php?tid=3227 What L'yhta eats]
* [http://ffxiv-roleplayers.com/showthread.php?tid=3144 Where L'yhta sleeps]

===OOC Inspirations===
<section begin=featured-blurb />
L'yhta is inspired by [[Wikipedia:Eleventh Doctor|Matt Smith's Eleventh Doctor]] -- particularly her "devil may care" attitude and wild overconfidence -- as well as [[wikipedia:Lina Inverse|Lina Inverse]]. Apparently, she also shares a fair number of characteristics with [[Wikipedia:Leslie Knope|Leslie Knope]] (in her loyalty and need to control situations) and [[Wikipedia:Scott Pilgrim|Scott Pilgrim]] (particularly in how self-absorbed she can be). Her casual disregard for danger and general expectation that everything will inevitably turn out in her favor is disturbingly similar to that of [[Wikipedia:Sterling Archer|Sterling Archer]].
<section end=featured-blurb />

L'yhta Mahre

2016-12-27T02:15:12Z

FreelanceWizard: /* Affiliations and Known Associates */

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| image = Lyhta-tiergan.jpg
| imagewidth = 350
| caption = L'yhta, envisioned by '''Tiergan'''
| title = Stupendiferous Magnifijestic Mage
| gender = Female
| citizenship = Limsa Lominsa
| race = Miqo'te
| clan = Seekers of the Sun
| server = Balmung
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| stat_1_value = 24
| stat_2 = Height
| stat_2_value = Tall (5 fulms, 5 ilms)
| stat_3 = Weight
| stat_3_value = Thin, somewhat muscular (120-130 ponz)
| stat_4 = Profession
| stat_4_value = "Lady Sorceress"
| stat_5 = Patron Deity
| stat_5_value = The Mothercrystal (so she claims)
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'''L'yhta Mahre''' (LEE-tah MAH-ray), formally known as '''Yhta of the Vipers, sired by L'mahre Nunh''' and commonly as '''Lyta''' (lie-TUH), is a miqo'te Seeker of the Sun who nominally lives in Limsa Lominsa. She was once the Voice of [http://www.themysterium.org Mysterium], but is now just one of its Masters. Her formal address in the Ivory Tower is Wizard Yhta Mahre, Master of Mysterium, Thaumaturge, Conjurer, Arcanist, Astromancer; by Aether illuminated, Beacon of Hope.

==Appearance==
L'yhta is a tall (approximately 5' 5") miqo'te female with dark skin and long dark purple hair that she keeps tied back out of her face. She has bright, almost iridescent heliotrope eyes with the usual slits of her clan. Her tail is quite long for a Seeker of the Sun and, like her ears, often expressive. Her build is thin and gangly; she's not particularly shapely, though she has lately put on a bit of wiry muscle. Her face has the markings inherent to some of the Seekers of the Sun -- three on each side in an tiger stripe pattern. L'yhta's voice is an untrained [[Wikipedia:Mezzo-soprano#Dramatic|dramatic mezzo-soprano]], fairly low for someone her size. She doesn't exhibit much of an accent, if any, when she speaks, except perhaps when she's particularly inebriated.

As of late, L'yhta's begun dying her hair and tail regularly, as well as changing her hair style seemingly at a whim. This began after she took a "sabbatical" to Greencliff around the time of the Starlight Celebration in the 5th year of the Seventh Umbral Era; exactly why that prompted her to take such a whimsical, impulsive approach to her hair has yet to be disclosed.

==History==
[[Image:L'yhta Mahre by Emadra.JPG|300px|left|thumb|L'yhta, envisioned by '''Emadra''']]
In western La Noscea resides the small fishing village of Greencliff, named for its high cliffs and its relatively dense, yet small, nearby forest. The village was originally home to a small population of Sea Wolves, but they found themselves outnumbered by an influx of Seekers of the Sun approximately 95 years ago when L'sharhl Nunh established the area as hunting grounds for the Viper tribe and assumed the title of nunh there. As the miqo'te made their homes in the area and largely shifted to an agricultural and aquacultural lifestyle, the Roegadyn population slowly decreased, eventually leaving the village almost entirely to the newcomers. It was into this settled branch of the Vipers that L'yhta was born, the fifth child of L'arhi Xahlo and L'mahre Nunh.

L'yhta's early life was unremarkable; she had no especially outstanding characteristics other than a quick wit and a keen mind -- neither of which were particularly impressive, much less useful, in a village used to eking out a living through fishing and the occasional felling of lumber to fuel [[Limsa Lominsa]]'s demand for ships. As far as the other miqo'te of Greencliff were concerned, what was remarkable about L'yhta was exactly how unremarkable she was. The tall girl proved to be passable with an axe, vaguely competent with the spear, moderately capable of catching fish, and not especially attractive, either. This surprised those who expected great things of the children of L'mahre Nunh and L'arhi Xahlo. L'mahre was considered by most to be one of the branch's greater nunh; his physical strength and virility were highly praised. L'arhi, for her part, had borne seven children, an impressive number by any standards. The only son she bore him, L'rhilo Tia, was held as a pure example of miqo'te excellence. With gleaming golden hair, dashing features, lightning reflexes, and sparkling silver and gold heterochromic eyes, he was already beginning to turn the heads of the women of the tribe and sparking rumours that he'd prove to be the next nunh. L'yhta's sisters were equally fine specimens: tall, beautiful, and possessed of a nearly regal grace. By contrast, the lanky, average L'yhta was quite a disappointment. Nevertheless, L'arhi remained supportive, hoping that her fifth child would find ''something'' at which she'd be more than just minimally competent, even if that were simply bearing children to the nunh. For her part, the often isolated L'yhta spent a great deal of time staring out into the stars and across the sea and wondering if her destiny were always to be so painfully mundane.

Then, the Calamity changed everything. Bahamut's fire scourged the land, and amidst the chaos, L'mahre Nunh was struck by a shower of superheated shards of rock. While he survived, he lost a leg and an arm in the attack. Unwilling to see someone else lay his father low, L'rhilo Tia challenged him for the position of nunh. The fight was short; it took mere moments for the son to defeat the father. The tribe looked on as L'rhilo, hovering over the fallen nunh, exchanged brief whispered words with him -- then tore out his throat. To this day, no one knows exactly what L'mahre said to L'rhilo; some suggest the father asked his son to end his suffering, while others whisper that the once nunh begged for mercy and L'rhilo killed him anyway. Regardless of the truth, L'rhilo Tia became L'rhilo Nunh that day, and he celebrated the victory that night with some of the most beautiful women of the tribe.

It wasn't long after he ascended to the position of nunh that L'rhilo came to L'yhta to ask her to his bed. While it wasn't unexpected that he'd attempt to carry on the impressive lineage of his mother and father, what surprised everyone (especially L'yhta) was when he passed over her elder sisters in favor of a lanky 16 year old. L'yhta doesn't discuss what exactly he said to her, other than that he made it abundantly clear that he expected her to do her duty to the tribe and bear his children. What the whole tribe knows is what happened next: when the sun rose the next day, L'yhta was gone.

To this day, L'yhta isn't entirely sure what prompted her to flee her fate. She would like to believe it was her wanderlust and curiosity pulling her away from a fettered life, but it was more likely due to the arrogant, lascivious, and forceful insistence of someone she'd previously trusted and saw as a friend. Rather than acquiesce, L'yhta collected some food, a spare set of clothes, and some small carved shells and pearls given to her by her mother, then headed south towards the only landmark she knew: a large lighthouse. It was there that she was able to trade the pearls for gil, then use the gil to travel to Limsa Lominsa to start a new life.

L'yhta was naturally overwhelmed by Limsa Lominsa when she first arrived. What struck her most of all was the way the miqo'te there acted. They were overly cheerful, extremely outgoing, and entirely willing to use their bodies to their advantage (and sometimes profit). Unwilling to take up any of the "trades" that were not so gently suggested to her by the city's more salty inhabitants, L'yhta instead wandered the city, using the last of her gil to secure lodging while she tried to figure out her next step. It was during one of these walks that she quite literally ran into Robert Fletcher, an antiquated hyur with piercing green eyes and an explosion of white hair bursting from his head. Little did she know that this man was a powerful Thaumaturge and also the Voice of the Wizards' Choir; she also wasn't aware that he'd been watching her, intrigued by a Seeker of the Sun without a purpose but a gift for the arcane. Robert took her in and introduced her to the three disciplines of magic, and was pleased to see her quickly learn to command her own Aether as well as to call upon that of the land. For her part, L'yhta was both shocked and ecstatic that she'd finally found something that she wouldn't make a fool of herself at -- something where her skill would live up to the name of her father. As part of her training, Robert introduced her to the rituals of the Choir and inducted her as his apprentice.

For the next four years, L'yhta lived with Robert, who she viewed as a quirky grandfather, and trained under him and the five other superannuated Chairs of the Choir. She came to love her strange new family of aging spellcasters, and they, while they could be annoyed by her youthful enthusiasm, cared for her as an adpoted child. Sadly, this life wouldn't last for long. In year 5 of the seventh umbral era, the Choir was requested by the Foreign Levy to help defend the city against a Sahagin assault. Ultimately, the Maelstrom won the battle, but at a terrible cost -- all of the Choir's members were struck down save L'yhta, who Robert insisted stay behind the lines. When she rushed to her mentor's side, his last words stuck in her memory: ''"Sing with a new Choir, young Voice."''

Since she's continued her training within the various magical guilds of Eorzea, L'yhta has discovered that she possesses the Echo. She theorizes this might be why she has such a faculty for channeling Aether, though more importantly, she's ''quite sure'' this means that she has a great destiny she needs to fulfill.

==Personality==
[[Image:Lyhta-levecard.jpg|200px|left|A guildleve card for L'yhta, by '''Nahue''']]
L'yhta is typical of many Seekers of the Sun in that she can be impulsive and tends to speak her mind; like her brethren, she shows her emotions readily, which often makes her seem more flighty and impulsive than she actually is. She's somewhat naïve, tending to believe that people are usually good, that evil is always apparent and obvious, and that everyone wants to hear and see truth spoken to power. It helps that she has a sharp wit and a constant enthusiasm, though this latter trait sometimes grates on others' nerves. At times, she can be self-centered, petulant, and altogether childish, especially when her naivete about the world is challenged, when something stands between her and her goals, when she makes what she perceives to be a mistake, or when she feels like she's lost control of a situation. When her friends are threatened -- or when she ''perceives'' that they're being threatened or have been wronged by the forces of "Evil and Awful" -- she can be stubbornly dismissive and brutally violent and tends not to react well if asked to stay her hand, turning her ire on those same friends instead. In general, L'yhta is quite open about her feelings; if she likes you, you'll know it, and if she doesn't like you or is angry with you, she'll make ''sure'' you know that. Subtlety and deception aren't typically part of her repertoire.

L'yhta is also known to put on a bit of a haughty air when discussions of race come up. To L'yhta, miqo'te who fall into the "cute, sexy cat" stereotype -- "domesticated kittens," as she calls them -- are denigrating their whole race and contributing to the hypersexualization of miqo'te women. She also holds the other races with a degree of contempt for supporting this behavior by employing miqo'te as dancers and prostitutes. However, L'yhta also holds no love for tribal miqo'te, who she feels are limiting themselves and their race in addition to participating in what she now considers a barbaric system of mating. Her time in Limsa Lominsa has given her a strong desire for freedom and a respect for the dual virtues of self-sufficiency and teamwork, and the incompatibility of these with tribal miqo'te culture is part of why she holds it in such contempt.

Generally, L'yhta is fairly reserved in large social gatherings where she doesn't know most of the people there. She tends to keep to herself, away from the crowd. If approached, she's her usual gregarious, talkative self, but she doesn't seek out interactions (unless she happens to notice something that captures her eye, such as a Nymian relic or new spell). In bars in and around Limsa Lominsa, this tends to cause a fair number of rumours about "t'at mage drownin' 'er sorrows at th' end of th' bar." As she doesn't particularly enjoy "people-watching," she typically shies away from particularly raucous taverns unless brought there by someone she knows or they're one of her usual haunts (such as the Missing Member).

Like a young college student, L'yhta believes she's figured the world out thanks to her newfound knowledge and experience, and this has driven her to arrogantly make rash, ill-advised decisions. In general, though, L'yhta's motivated to help others and make the world a better place, even if lately she's taken on a rather significant anti-authoritarian streak. In D&D terms, her alignment is '''Chaotic Good'''. In Palladium terms, she's closest to '''Unprincipled''' these days (though she has some disturbingly '''Aberrant''' behaviors).

==Affiliations and Known Associates==
L'yhta is a citizen of Limsa Lominsa and a member of the Foreign Levy of the Maelstrom; technically speaking, she holds the rank of Second Storm Lieutenant, though both she and the Maelstrom largely consider that honorary, and she certainly wouldn't use it except, perhaps, to pull rank on an intransigent supply officer or hapless private in a moment of great need. Additionally, as part of the cooperative exchange program established by the three Grand Companies, she often acts as a consultant on matters of magic for the Immortal Flames and the Twin Adder. Finally, L'yhta is a Master of [http://mysterium.realitywerks.com Mysterium], an order of mages based out of Limsa Lominsa.

In particular, L'yhta has been known to have significant connections with (in no particular order, save that NPCs are last):

* [[Clalaris Sil Laris]] -- A lalafellin conjurer and, it's rumoured, white mage of Gridania is one of her closest friends. L'yhta feels she can talk to her about anything, which has led to more than a few awkward conversations.
* [[Nathalanee Reinhart]] -- Nathalanee was once L'yhta's girlfriend, but the two appear to have broken up after Nathalanee went on an extended mission for the Twin Adders. L'yhta still speaks very fondly of the miqo'te, though, and stridently defends her against those who may speak ill of her.
* [[Eamont Desormaux]] -- This elezen conjurer is essentially L'yhta's surrogate father, though some believe their relationship is rather more than platonic.
* [[Seth Honeybrew]] -- Seth is, quite shockingly, the only person from whom L'yhta will accept casual racism towards miqo'te. Exactly why she's willing to laugh off from Seth what from others would usually get a verbal barrage isn't clear, but it is clear she considers him a good friend.
* [[Sazhi'to Bajhiri]] -- L'yhta feels a particular kinship to Sazhi'to (who she often just calls "Sazhi"), as both of them are, in her mind, refugees from tribal malfeasance. As for his sister, Mholi... L'yhta would be fine pushing her off a cliff.
* [[Rosamund Cartwright]] -- A rich daughter of Limsa Lominsa, Roz is one of L'yhta best friends.
* [[Racilian Lyenum]] -- "Raci," who was once a member of the Ivory Tower, is one of her friends and can always bring a smile to her face.
* [[Gus Pumpkinweed]] -- Gus was once one of L'yhta's apprentices, and the two of them got along quite well (perhaps due to the fact that they both have a strong drive towards excellence). She's ecstatic to hear that he's now opened a business of his own.
* [[Kevaraan Annorek]] -- This troubled miqo'te lancer was one of L'yhta's close friends before the Seventh Astral Era. She presumes him dead at this point, though she hopes he's just found a place where he can work through his issues.
* [[R'kyala Mahji]] -- Since the two of them met through Camille, they've gotten along smashingly, perhaps because they both act like chocobos hopped up on X-Ethers.
* [[Paran Hywel]] -- Paran and L'yhta have largely patched up their past issues, and have gone back to being friends. Lately, L'yhta has been offering him relationship advice and, perhaps, coming to some rather key realizations about herself in the process.
* [[Camille Everardi]] -- L'yhta enjoys Camille's company and her keen intellect and ability to plan. She feels Camille is wise beyond her years.
* [[K'hane Tariq]] -- Since she was released from the influence of a powerful voidsent, K'hane's returned to "normal," though L'yhta wishes she'd show more of her confidence. "There's got to be a middle ground, right?"
* [[Deitrych Brownlowe]] -- This bounty hunter is viewed by most in the Tower as somewhere between weird and extremely creepy, but L'yhta finds him to be largely misunderstood and quirkily charming. The two have interacted much less after certain revelations regarding his interactions with Clalaris.
* [[Kellach Woods]] -- L'yhta met Kellach at a beach party when he was still an employee of XI:7. She likes both his enthusiasm and humbleness, and she'd like to show him more magic as she feels he has a strong talent for the art.
* [[Fio Arasgain]] -- This chef at the Bismarck and skilled warrior is someone L'yhta respects, as he's a fellow refugee from the tribal life. She feels they have a lot in common and could become closer friends.
* [[Karaki Crystalis]] -- After a rocky start, L'yhta's found that she and this miqo'te from the East have a lot in common. She considers him a friend and hopes to be able to "correct" his less personable qualities.
* [[Cliodhna Eoghan]] -- Cliodhna and L'yhta have crossed paths a few times, and they've a friendship forged on a mutual love of fun and helping others.
* [[Sasari Sari]] -- L'yhta gets along well with Sasari, or so she believes, and is quite interested in figuring out how to help her in better controlling her magicks.
* [[Sasani Sani]] -- Perhaps surprisingly, L'yhta can in fact tell Sasari and Sasani apart. She thinks Sasani is particularly sweet.
* [[Kerin Misteyes]] -- While still on somewhat formal terms with this conjurer of the Fane, L'yhta considers Kerin a friend.
* [[Zagi'zi Kumai]] -- Despite claims that he's lost his arrogance and found a new appreciation for others, L'yhta still despises this "insufferable arse," and can't conceive of why people she knows enjoy spending time with him. She believes they have more in common than either of them would ever admit, and that perceived kinship is why she doesn't actively work against him.
* [[Kurenai Nagi]] -- L'yhta's adopted this young au ra as a surrogate little sister and has gone to great lengths to protect her and aid her with both navigating Eorzean society and her unique aetheric "problem." Despite Kurenai having left the Tower, L'yhta does try to check in on her from time to time.
* [[Aidan Hayward]] -- L'yhta met Aidan through a random leve and, despite a rocky start, the two of them had a rather torrid relationship. The two have broken up under what appears to be rather unpleasant circumstances.
* [[Llaine Tetheros]] -- Llaine and L'yhta built a relationship and ultimately a marriage by way of a long-term friendship, but for reasons L'yhta refuses to disclose other than "a big fight," the two have parted ways, with Llaine having had Eamont release her from her oath to the Tower. L'yhta still claims to love Llaine, but her discussion of the relationship and its end seems to be tinged with a great deal of bitterness.
* [[Anzu Sakata]] -- Sakata Anzu and L'yhta grew to become friends through a series of long and somewhat awkward conversations. L'yhta sees her as another surrogate sister, albeit one who needs her advice more than who can give it.
* Cieranaux Aramont -- Robert Fletcher's apprentice prior to L'yhta, Cieranaux has nothing but disrespect for her and typically lobs idle insults and cliché attacks in her direction -- a way to show his distaste for her while reminding her that she's, to him, nothing more than a trifle that doesn't warrant a more serious effort. After nearly murdering him and being pulled back from the brink by two of her friends, she's decided to just dismiss him as not worth her trouble.
* Volkido Tekido -- Robert Fletcher's personal assistant, this lalafell is the majordomo of the Ivory Tower and also acts as L'yhta's personal assistant. As much as he complains about being put upon by these "wizards with their heads in the clouds," and the "foolish girl" that he's "stuck with," Volkido cares deeply for her and the other wizards.
* L'ehli Tia -- When L'yhta last went to Greencliff, this tia -- one of her nephews by her eldest sister -- followed her back. Volkido has set him up with an apartment using L'yhta's funds so he can remain in the city; he's currently training at the Coral Tower to join the Yellowjackets.
* Solaxia -- L'yhta's agreed to, along with Clalaris, train this excitable sylph in the ways of magic. While Solaxia would much rather learn Thaumaturgy from Stompy One (as she calls L'yhta), L'yhta's pushed the sylph to learn Conjury from Moogle One (aka Clalaris) first.
* Lydia Burroughs -- This alleged defector from the Garleans was complicit in a dire crime committed against one of L'yhta's best friends. L'yhta told Nathalanee she wanted her to decide how to handle the captive, and so Lydia was turned over to the Twin Adder for debriefing despite L'yhta's misgivings. While she hopes the hyur can make good on the second chance she's been given, L'yhta is keeping a close eye on her and won't hesitate to try to put an end to this experiment if it goes even the least bit awry.

==Characteristics==
[[Image:L'yhtaMahreFlat.jpg|right|thumb|300px|L'yhta, envisioned by [http://mitchfoust.deviantart.com Mitch Foust]]]
* '''Nicknames''': Lyta (to most non-miqo'te), Yhta (to very close friends only)
* '''Age''': 24
** '''Nameday''': 12th sun of the 3rd Astral Moon, 1555 of 6th Astral Era
* '''Gender''': Female
** '''Sexuality''': Bisexual, though largely preferring men
** '''Marital Status''': Single, once again
* '''Alignment''': Chaotic Good/Unprincipled
* '''Height''': 5 fulms, 5 ilms
* '''Weight''': Generally around 120 to 130 ponz
* '''Body''': Thin, lanky, but with a wiry musculature
* '''Hair''': Varies, but naturally, long, straight, and violet
* '''Eyes''': Iridescent heliotrope
* '''Skin''': Mocha, with chocolate facial markings
* '''Clothing''': In public, she tends to robes, pants or leggings, high boots, and ring guards or fingerless gloves. As of late, she's also been wearing fairly "daring" outfits involving short skirts and light, sleeveless tops. Her choice of clothing in public is as fluid as her mood, though unless she has no alternative, she never wears armor heavier than a breastplate or chain-backed robes and heavy leather boots. In private, she usually wears leggings and a bandeau top, light and minimal smallclothes, or nothing at all.

===Likes===
* Music and dancing
* Battle and violence (though she'd only confess to "battles to protect people")
* Jellied fruits -- or any fruit, really
* Conversation, especially about magic, philosophy, and religion
* Proving how great she is
* Being surprised by someone's knowledge and talents
* Being teased (though she'd ''never'' admit that)
* Confident people who don't take themselves or life too seriously

===Dislikes===
* Probing questions about her tribal past or ''especially'' about her sexuality
* Being corrected, even when she's clearly screwed up
* Miqo'te females who fit the "cute" or "sexy" stereotype, as well as those who support tribal culture
* People who deny her "clearly obvious brilliance"
* The nobility and anyone else who seek to impose their will on others
* Arrogant people, especially those who claim noble blood or divine right
* "Fanatic cultists:" Ishgardians, Garleans, and sometimes Gridanians (depending on how much they use "the will of the Elementals" to justify their actions)

[[Image:Lyhta mahre sanguinefenrir.png|right|thumb|300px|L'yhta envisioned by '''sanguineFenrir''']]
===Areas of Expertise===
* '''Martial''': Thaumaturgy, Arcanima, Conjury, Sharlayan Astromancy; Thaumaturgy is her strongest Discipline, followed by Arcanima, then Conjury and Astromancy.
** L'yhta has a strong amateur's skill in one-handed swordplay, but rarely uses it in the field except to advance her research or if she has no other options.
* '''Crafting''': Engraving, magitek modification
** She has some experience in alchemy and goldsmithing, but is a rough beginner except where they're necessary for her research. She knows enough tailoring to patch her own clothes. Mostly, she relies on others to keep her non-magical equipment and clothes in good shape.
* '''Other''': Magic theory, literacy, area knowledge, vocal performance, dancing, being insufferably upbeat
** L'yhta's particular area of expertise in magic theory is what she calls "esotery" -- archaic and often "odd" practices of magic that don't neatly fit into the three Disciplines. This includes melding the different Disciplines together to produce novel effects.

===Strengths===
* '''Magically adept''': L'yhta has a considerable natural talent for weaving Aether and practices all three Disciplines of Magic (though she's not ''nearly'' as great as she thinks she is).
* '''Driven''': When she's set her mind to something, it's very difficult to dissuade her.
* '''Witty''': L'yhta can be pretty quick with a quip or a joke about a situation, even in the midst of a pitched battle.
* '''Active''': If nothing else, L'yhta is a constant dynamo of energy. She does have an "off switch," so to speak, but most of the time, she's always in motion.
* '''Sidethinker''': When she does actually deign to plan, she's good at coming up with unexpected alternative solutions to problems.
* '''High alcohol tolerance''': As a result of growing up with small beers and her training with the Wizards' Choir (some of which involved heavy drinking and the consumption of "recreational" herbs and potions), L'yhta has a shockingly high alcohol tolerance, especially for someone her size. It's said she's drunk even salty Roegadyn sailors under the table, though not without having to be carried out of the tavern afterwards.
* '''Optimistic''': Everything's going to be great, Eorzea's heading to a greater tomorrow, and there's no way we can make the same mistakes of the past -- or so L'yhta believes. Going hand in hand with her naivete, she's boundlessly optimistic and typically views the bright side of any situation.

===Weaknesses===
* '''Physically inept''': While she has improved her physical skills, L'yhta is still far more powerful magickally; she'll never win a sword duel, for instance.
* '''Naive''': L'yhta believes that people are essentially good, that evil is always obvious, and that Good will always triumph over Evil in the end. More subtle and devious forms of wickedness can slip right under her nose, and as a result she's not the best judge of character.
* '''Imperceptive''': It could be her overconfidence blinding her, a consequence of her stubbornness when her mind is on another task, or merely a natural trait, but L'yhta is notably poor at noticing things that are out of the ordinary unless she's explicitly looking for them. As a Seeker of the Sun, her night vision is also fairly poor (which is one reason she likes staves that glow, besides how "stylish" they are). Her lack of perception often even extends to picking up on social cues.
* '''Stubborn''': Going hand in hand with being driven, once she's chosen a course of action -- for good or ill -- she rarely changes her mind unless the situation changes such that she has no other option. If she, for instance, decides someone is evil, it's very difficult to convince her otherwise. Precious few people can get her to second-guess her decisions, particularly in the heat of the moment.
* '''Overconfident''': At present, nothing in the world can convince "Limsa Lominsa's most spectaculofabulous sorcerer" that she's not, in fact, "Utterly Excellent" and "Destined for Great Things." This overconfidence more often than not leads her to take unnecessary, completely foolish risks. One of the most common demonstrations of this is her casually dismissive attitude towards both danger and her enemies. Some suspect that this overconfidence is really just overcompensation for her...
* '''Self-image issues''': As a result of her upbringing, L'yhta feels that magic is the only thing she's actually any good at, and that she has very few other positive qualities. This is usually extremely well-hidden behind her veil of overconfidence, but it comes out from time to time in pointedly negative comments she makes about herself, perseveration on others' off-handed comments about her, and dramatic changes in behavior or clothing based on the observations of others. For instance, a simple "isn't that outfit a little tight for you?" from an acquaintance can get her to run away to change clothes into something dramatically different, even if she were just proudly showing the outfit off.
* '''Lack of planning''': L'yhta rarely plans her actions in advance, preferring instead a "Geronimo!" approach of leaping before she looks. The term "poor impulse control" fits her, and when she feels she has to plan (or is forced to do so), she tends to get fidgety and impatient.

==Other Notes==
[[Image:LyhtaMahreNobootsFinalJPeg-Eckzein.jpg|right|thumb|300px|L'yhta dancing, envisioned by '''Eckzein''']]
[[Image:Lyhta-aria.jpg|right|thumb|300px|L'yhta being smug, envisioned by '''A'ria''']]
[[Image:ChibiMaker-Lyhta.jpg|right|thumb|200px|Chibi L'yhta-chan?!?]]
===Naming===
L'yhta usually uses a slightly simplified version of her name, "Lyta," among non-miqo'te primarily because she dislikes them butchering its actual pronunciation and spelling. It's easier and less obnoxious, in her mind, to just use a name that matches how people would typically read her name anyway. As such, she often uses the alias on legal documents in the city-states to simplify transactions. Among other miqo'te, however, she uses and prefers her real name. In close company, she, like many Seekers of the Sun, is known to drop her tribe letter and call herself Yhta (EE-tah).

===Religion===
L'yhta venerates the Twelve, but doesn't worship them, nor does she recognize any of them as her patron deity. If anything, she views Hydaelyn itself as her patron based on recent events. She feels that the circumstances of her life are proof of two things: one, she's been chosen for a Great Destiny by the Mothercrystal, and two, Nymeia has chosen to bless her, perhaps for this reason. Perhaps surprisingly, L'yhta isn't egotistical or outspoken about either of these beliefs or religion in general. In fact, she's typically awkward in such discussions, approaching them extremely tentatively (especially with regards to the Echo, which she views as both a blessing and a curse that makes her "weird").

===Quirks===
L'yhta adores jellied and candied fruits, and is rarely without a pouch of them. She also tends to introduce herself using made-up adjectives, usually created by forcefully merging two words, to describe her "greatness;" for instance, she's been known to refer to herself as "stupendiferous," "brilliantastic," and "magnifijestic." She'll often apply this sort of puffery to her friends, particularly when introducing them or cheering on their successes.

===Equipment===
L'yhta has acquired through her travels a fairly significant collection of artifacts that can channel and focus Aether, ranging from Nymian books to Allagan rods, from Belah'dian swords to Amdapori staves. Most of her robes and other clothes are commissioned bespoke, then enchanted by her; she spends considerable gil on "looking stylish," as she puts it. She especially likes modern recreations of ancient designs, such as Nymian outfits. However, she does have a relatively small collection of acquired clothing, including some highly magicked smallclothes that she came across in an Ishgardian fortress that'd been overrun by Voidsent.

In addition to this equipment, L'yhta has a wide variety of stolen and modified magitek (including a Reaper she's painted a garish metallic yellow) that she uses along with specialized spells of her own design to either deflect attacks or imbue her weapons -- specifically, a magitek sword -- with magical force. The net effect is that she can become quite difficult to hurt, but her lack of expertise and physical ability leave her relatively inept at actually landing any blows. When she's "cheating" in this way, she can't channel Aether for more direct spells. Despite her best efforts (and probably for the good of Eorzea generally), she remains unable to call forth and precisely control enough Aether to do so, and the effects of the magitek on the local Aetheric flows would make attempts to do so rather unsafe, to put it mildly.

===Rumours===
The following rumours can be heard about L'yhta, predominantly in Limsa Lominsa. (Please feel free to add your character's thoughts here as well.)

====Common rumours====
* "Remember that wizard, Robert Wotshisname? The one with the white hair? Yeah, he was ''totally'' making his bed with that Seeker girl, ifyaknowwhatImean."
* "Nah, she was just leading him on to get his inheritance once he was returned to the sea."
* "I heard she's been working with the Maelstrom as some kind of 'consulting mage' after she stopped some huge fishback ritual."
* "I never seen someone who weren't a kid, drunk, or a whore hug people as much as she does. An' she's no child, so whaddya think that says about her?"

====Uncommon rumours====
* "Remember what I said about her killing her family? She went back to finish the job! Why else's she got black hair now?"
* "Oh, I heard that she actually killed that old man she was bedding! She hit him with a spell while he was fighting on the front lines."
* "I used ta say she had no magical power, b-but... listen, bub, I-I saw her ''vaporize'' a ship's mast at full sail! Snap, boom, it was just ''gone''!"
* "I saw her bring an injured hyur to Fallgourd Float... then hire an adventurer to shoot the poor woman if she tried to leave! What kind of horrible creature would do such a thing?"
* "Shh! Keep it down! I heard she pushed someone off th' side of the city when he talked bad about her an' Seekers, then set 'im on fire on th' way down!"

====Rare rumours====
* "L'yhta's family is looking for her, and they're worried sick that she's going to fall in with a bad crowd or get killed."
* "She travels between here, Gridania, and Ul'dah a lot -- I bet she's a secret assassin working for some rich noble."
* "That green-haired miqo'te she's been hanging around? They're lovers, I heard. Yeah -- and that older elezen she's around, too, and those two lalafell with the staves. Typical miqo'te, bedding anything with a heartbeat..."

====What PCs are saying====

* "L'yhta? She is a tad excitable, yes, but then she tends to find exciting things. It all balances out, really, and it makes for interesting stories to tell." --[[Sazhi'to Bajhiri]]
* "A female who shares my distaste for the tribes. Fancies herself a sorcerer, too. She'll definitely be a good resource if she's half as learned as she claims to be." -- [[Fio Arasgain]]
* "A very good friend. Always good for a hug! And for exploring dangerous ruins with reckless disregard for our own well-being." - [[Kellach Woods]]
* "Oh- L'yhta! The sorcerer, hm? Hells, I really meant to speak with her again- she inspired me to try and take up more of the magical arts than I thought ''plausible'' before. I am still ''quite'' interested to see how she managed to meld Arcanima and Thaumaturgey, and those experiments ''did'' sound intriguing. ... I wonder if she remembers me; how time gets away up here. . ." -- [[Xavarian Mystrife]]
* "L'yhta's adorable. She's got a neat way of talking and some of the stuff's over my head but I can tell she's got a good heart! Plus she's a lot like me in some ways. More than the Miqo'te thing, and she doesn't have the glowy hair, but still..." -- [[Karaki Crystalis]]
* "L'yhta is my closest friend, my sister, and my most trusted confidant. There are not words to describe what she means to me, but suffice it to say that I would give everything for her sake. Whether it be delving into dangerous ruins, facing down hordes of enemies, or unlocking the mysteries of this world, I know I can count on her, and she on me." - [[Llaine Tetheros]]

===Known Haunts===
You might have run into or otherwise know L'yhta from:

* Mornings at the Bismarck in Limsa Lominsa, where she's usually there just after dawn for tea and fruit.
* All three magical guilds, which she regularly frequents and almost always with a journal in hand.
* The shores of La Noscea (particularly near Mist), where she's known to go swimming on a somewhat regular basis.
* Raids on Garlean encampments and Castrums, both formal and informal.

==References==
[[Image:Lyhta_Mahre_Face_2.png|thumb|300px|right|''"Time to be Big Damn Heroes!"'']]
* [http://ffxiv-roleplayers.com/showthread.php?tid=2688&pid=36966#pid36966 100 Questions About L'yhta]
* [http://ffxiv-roleplayers.com/showthread.php?tid=1999&pid=39718#pid39718 Character references (for art)]
* [http://ffxiv-roleplayers.com/showthread.php?tid=3266&pid=40557#pid40557 RP connections wanted for L'yhta]
* [http://ffxiv-roleplayers.com/showthread.php?tid=3039 You might know L'yhta from...]
* [http://ffxiv-roleplayers.com/showthread.php?tid=3227 What L'yhta eats]
* [http://ffxiv-roleplayers.com/showthread.php?tid=3144 Where L'yhta sleeps]

===OOC Inspirations===
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L'yhta is inspired by [[Wikipedia:Eleventh Doctor|Matt Smith's Eleventh Doctor]] -- particularly her "devil may care" attitude and wild overconfidence -- as well as [[wikipedia:Lina Inverse|Lina Inverse]]. Apparently, she also shares a fair number of characteristics with [[Wikipedia:Leslie Knope|Leslie Knope]] (in her loyalty and need to control situations) and [[Wikipedia:Scott Pilgrim|Scott Pilgrim]] (particularly in how self-absorbed she can be). Her casual disregard for danger and general expectation that everything will inevitably turn out in her favor is disturbingly similar to that of [[Wikipedia:Sterling Archer|Sterling Archer]].
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L'yhta Mahre

2016-12-27T02:13:43Z

FreelanceWizard: Updates!

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| name = L'yhta Mahre
| image = Lyhta-tiergan.jpg
| imagewidth = 350
| caption = L'yhta, envisioned by '''Tiergan'''
| title = Stupendiferous Magnifijestic Mage
| gender = Female
| citizenship = Limsa Lominsa
| race = Miqo'te
| clan = Seekers of the Sun
| server = Balmung
| stat_1 = Age
| stat_1_value = 24
| stat_2 = Height
| stat_2_value = Tall (5 fulms, 5 ilms)
| stat_3 = Weight
| stat_3_value = Thin, somewhat muscular (120-130 ponz)
| stat_4 = Profession
| stat_4_value = "Lady Sorceress"
| stat_5 = Patron Deity
| stat_5_value = The Mothercrystal (so she claims)
}}
'''L'yhta Mahre''' (LEE-tah MAH-ray), formally known as '''Yhta of the Vipers, sired by L'mahre Nunh''' and commonly as '''Lyta''' (lie-TUH), is a miqo'te Seeker of the Sun who nominally lives in Limsa Lominsa. She was once the Voice of [http://www.themysterium.org Mysterium], but is now just one of its Masters. Her formal address in the Ivory Tower is Wizard Yhta Mahre, Master of Mysterium, Thaumaturge, Conjurer, Arcanist, Astromancer; by Aether illuminated, Beacon of Hope.

==Appearance==
L'yhta is a tall (approximately 5' 5") miqo'te female with dark skin and long dark purple hair that she keeps tied back out of her face. She has bright, almost iridescent heliotrope eyes with the usual slits of her clan. Her tail is quite long for a Seeker of the Sun and, like her ears, often expressive. Her build is thin and gangly; she's not particularly shapely, though she has lately put on a bit of wiry muscle. Her face has the markings inherent to some of the Seekers of the Sun -- three on each side in an tiger stripe pattern. L'yhta's voice is an untrained [[Wikipedia:Mezzo-soprano#Dramatic|dramatic mezzo-soprano]], fairly low for someone her size. She doesn't exhibit much of an accent, if any, when she speaks, except perhaps when she's particularly inebriated.

As of late, L'yhta's begun dying her hair and tail regularly, as well as changing her hair style seemingly at a whim. This began after she took a "sabbatical" to Greencliff around the time of the Starlight Celebration in the 5th year of the Seventh Umbral Era; exactly why that prompted her to take such a whimsical, impulsive approach to her hair has yet to be disclosed.

==History==
[[Image:L'yhta Mahre by Emadra.JPG|300px|left|thumb|L'yhta, envisioned by '''Emadra''']]
In western La Noscea resides the small fishing village of Greencliff, named for its high cliffs and its relatively dense, yet small, nearby forest. The village was originally home to a small population of Sea Wolves, but they found themselves outnumbered by an influx of Seekers of the Sun approximately 95 years ago when L'sharhl Nunh established the area as hunting grounds for the Viper tribe and assumed the title of nunh there. As the miqo'te made their homes in the area and largely shifted to an agricultural and aquacultural lifestyle, the Roegadyn population slowly decreased, eventually leaving the village almost entirely to the newcomers. It was into this settled branch of the Vipers that L'yhta was born, the fifth child of L'arhi Xahlo and L'mahre Nunh.

L'yhta's early life was unremarkable; she had no especially outstanding characteristics other than a quick wit and a keen mind -- neither of which were particularly impressive, much less useful, in a village used to eking out a living through fishing and the occasional felling of lumber to fuel [[Limsa Lominsa]]'s demand for ships. As far as the other miqo'te of Greencliff were concerned, what was remarkable about L'yhta was exactly how unremarkable she was. The tall girl proved to be passable with an axe, vaguely competent with the spear, moderately capable of catching fish, and not especially attractive, either. This surprised those who expected great things of the children of L'mahre Nunh and L'arhi Xahlo. L'mahre was considered by most to be one of the branch's greater nunh; his physical strength and virility were highly praised. L'arhi, for her part, had borne seven children, an impressive number by any standards. The only son she bore him, L'rhilo Tia, was held as a pure example of miqo'te excellence. With gleaming golden hair, dashing features, lightning reflexes, and sparkling silver and gold heterochromic eyes, he was already beginning to turn the heads of the women of the tribe and sparking rumours that he'd prove to be the next nunh. L'yhta's sisters were equally fine specimens: tall, beautiful, and possessed of a nearly regal grace. By contrast, the lanky, average L'yhta was quite a disappointment. Nevertheless, L'arhi remained supportive, hoping that her fifth child would find ''something'' at which she'd be more than just minimally competent, even if that were simply bearing children to the nunh. For her part, the often isolated L'yhta spent a great deal of time staring out into the stars and across the sea and wondering if her destiny were always to be so painfully mundane.

Then, the Calamity changed everything. Bahamut's fire scourged the land, and amidst the chaos, L'mahre Nunh was struck by a shower of superheated shards of rock. While he survived, he lost a leg and an arm in the attack. Unwilling to see someone else lay his father low, L'rhilo Tia challenged him for the position of nunh. The fight was short; it took mere moments for the son to defeat the father. The tribe looked on as L'rhilo, hovering over the fallen nunh, exchanged brief whispered words with him -- then tore out his throat. To this day, no one knows exactly what L'mahre said to L'rhilo; some suggest the father asked his son to end his suffering, while others whisper that the once nunh begged for mercy and L'rhilo killed him anyway. Regardless of the truth, L'rhilo Tia became L'rhilo Nunh that day, and he celebrated the victory that night with some of the most beautiful women of the tribe.

It wasn't long after he ascended to the position of nunh that L'rhilo came to L'yhta to ask her to his bed. While it wasn't unexpected that he'd attempt to carry on the impressive lineage of his mother and father, what surprised everyone (especially L'yhta) was when he passed over her elder sisters in favor of a lanky 16 year old. L'yhta doesn't discuss what exactly he said to her, other than that he made it abundantly clear that he expected her to do her duty to the tribe and bear his children. What the whole tribe knows is what happened next: when the sun rose the next day, L'yhta was gone.

To this day, L'yhta isn't entirely sure what prompted her to flee her fate. She would like to believe it was her wanderlust and curiosity pulling her away from a fettered life, but it was more likely due to the arrogant, lascivious, and forceful insistence of someone she'd previously trusted and saw as a friend. Rather than acquiesce, L'yhta collected some food, a spare set of clothes, and some small carved shells and pearls given to her by her mother, then headed south towards the only landmark she knew: a large lighthouse. It was there that she was able to trade the pearls for gil, then use the gil to travel to Limsa Lominsa to start a new life.

L'yhta was naturally overwhelmed by Limsa Lominsa when she first arrived. What struck her most of all was the way the miqo'te there acted. They were overly cheerful, extremely outgoing, and entirely willing to use their bodies to their advantage (and sometimes profit). Unwilling to take up any of the "trades" that were not so gently suggested to her by the city's more salty inhabitants, L'yhta instead wandered the city, using the last of her gil to secure lodging while she tried to figure out her next step. It was during one of these walks that she quite literally ran into Robert Fletcher, an antiquated hyur with piercing green eyes and an explosion of white hair bursting from his head. Little did she know that this man was a powerful Thaumaturge and also the Voice of the Wizards' Choir; she also wasn't aware that he'd been watching her, intrigued by a Seeker of the Sun without a purpose but a gift for the arcane. Robert took her in and introduced her to the three disciplines of magic, and was pleased to see her quickly learn to command her own Aether as well as to call upon that of the land. For her part, L'yhta was both shocked and ecstatic that she'd finally found something that she wouldn't make a fool of herself at -- something where her skill would live up to the name of her father. As part of her training, Robert introduced her to the rituals of the Choir and inducted her as his apprentice.

For the next four years, L'yhta lived with Robert, who she viewed as a quirky grandfather, and trained under him and the five other superannuated Chairs of the Choir. She came to love her strange new family of aging spellcasters, and they, while they could be annoyed by her youthful enthusiasm, cared for her as an adpoted child. Sadly, this life wouldn't last for long. In year 5 of the seventh umbral era, the Choir was requested by the Foreign Levy to help defend the city against a Sahagin assault. Ultimately, the Maelstrom won the battle, but at a terrible cost -- all of the Choir's members were struck down save L'yhta, who Robert insisted stay behind the lines. When she rushed to her mentor's side, his last words stuck in her memory: ''"Sing with a new Choir, young Voice."''

Since she's continued her training within the various magical guilds of Eorzea, L'yhta has discovered that she possesses the Echo. She theorizes this might be why she has such a faculty for channeling Aether, though more importantly, she's ''quite sure'' this means that she has a great destiny she needs to fulfill.

==Personality==
[[Image:Lyhta-levecard.jpg|200px|left|A guildleve card for L'yhta, by '''Nahue''']]
L'yhta is typical of many Seekers of the Sun in that she can be impulsive and tends to speak her mind; like her brethren, she shows her emotions readily, which often makes her seem more flighty and impulsive than she actually is. She's somewhat naïve, tending to believe that people are usually good, that evil is always apparent and obvious, and that everyone wants to hear and see truth spoken to power. It helps that she has a sharp wit and a constant enthusiasm, though this latter trait sometimes grates on others' nerves. At times, she can be self-centered, petulant, and altogether childish, especially when her naivete about the world is challenged, when something stands between her and her goals, when she makes what she perceives to be a mistake, or when she feels like she's lost control of a situation. When her friends are threatened -- or when she ''perceives'' that they're being threatened or have been wronged by the forces of "Evil and Awful" -- she can be stubbornly dismissive and brutally violent and tends not to react well if asked to stay her hand, turning her ire on those same friends instead. In general, L'yhta is quite open about her feelings; if she likes you, you'll know it, and if she doesn't like you or is angry with you, she'll make ''sure'' you know that. Subtlety and deception aren't typically part of her repertoire.

L'yhta is also known to put on a bit of a haughty air when discussions of race come up. To L'yhta, miqo'te who fall into the "cute, sexy cat" stereotype -- "domesticated kittens," as she calls them -- are denigrating their whole race and contributing to the hypersexualization of miqo'te women. She also holds the other races with a degree of contempt for supporting this behavior by employing miqo'te as dancers and prostitutes. However, L'yhta also holds no love for tribal miqo'te, who she feels are limiting themselves and their race in addition to participating in what she now considers a barbaric system of mating. Her time in Limsa Lominsa has given her a strong desire for freedom and a respect for the dual virtues of self-sufficiency and teamwork, and the incompatibility of these with tribal miqo'te culture is part of why she holds it in such contempt.

Generally, L'yhta is fairly reserved in large social gatherings where she doesn't know most of the people there. She tends to keep to herself, away from the crowd. If approached, she's her usual gregarious, talkative self, but she doesn't seek out interactions (unless she happens to notice something that captures her eye, such as a Nymian relic or new spell). In bars in and around Limsa Lominsa, this tends to cause a fair number of rumours about "t'at mage drownin' 'er sorrows at th' end of th' bar." As she doesn't particularly enjoy "people-watching," she typically shies away from particularly raucous taverns unless brought there by someone she knows or they're one of her usual haunts (such as the Missing Member).

Like a young college student, L'yhta believes she's figured the world out thanks to her newfound knowledge and experience, and this has driven her to arrogantly make rash, ill-advised decisions. In general, though, L'yhta's motivated to help others and make the world a better place, even if lately she's taken on a rather significant anti-authoritarian streak. In D&D terms, her alignment is '''Chaotic Good'''. In Palladium terms, she's closest to '''Unprincipled''' these days (though she has some disturbingly '''Aberrant''' behaviors).

==Affiliations and Known Associates==
L'yhta is a citizen of Limsa Lominsa and a member of the Foreign Levy of the Maelstrom; technically speaking, she holds the rank of Second Storm Lieutenant, though both she and the Maelstrom largely consider that honorary, and she certainly wouldn't use it except, perhaps, to pull rank on an intransigent supply officer or hapless private in a moment of great need. Additionally, as part of the cooperative exchange program established by the three Grand Companies, she often acts as a consultant on matters of magic for the Immortal Flames and the Twin Adder. Finally, L'yhta is a Master of [http://mysterium.realitywerks.com Mysterium], an order of mages based out of Limsa Lominsa.

In particular, L'yhta has been known to have significant connections with (in no particular order, save that NPCs are last):

* [[Clalaris Sil Laris]] -- A lalafellin conjurer and, it's rumoured, white mage of Gridania is one of her closest friends. L'yhta feels she can talk to her about anything, which has led to more than a few awkward conversations.
* [[Nathalanee Reinhart]] -- Nathalanee was once L'yhta's girlfriend, but the two appear to have broken up after Nathalanee went on an extended mission for the Twin Adders. L'yhta still speaks very fondly of the miqo'te, though, and stridently defends her against those who may speak ill of her.
* [[Eamont Desormaux]] -- This elezen conjurer is essentially L'yhta's surrogate father, though some believe their relationship is rather more than platonic.
* [[Seth Honeybrew]] -- Seth is, quite shockingly, the only person from whom L'yhta will accept casual racism towards miqo'te. Exactly why she's willing to laugh off from Seth what from others would usually get a verbal barrage isn't clear, but it is clear she considers him a good friend.
* [[Sazhi'to Bajhiri]] -- L'yhta feels a particular kinship to Sazhi'to (who she often just calls "Sazhi"), as both of them are, in her mind, refugees from tribal malfeasance. As for his sister, Mholi... L'yhta would be fine pushing her off a cliff.
* [[Rosamund Cartwright]] -- A rich daughter of Limsa Lominsa, Roz is one of L'yhta best friends.
* [[Racilian Lyenum]] -- "Raci," who was once a member of the Ivory Tower, is one of her friends and can always bring a smile to her face.
* [[Gus Pumpkinweed]] -- Gus was once one of L'yhta's apprentices, and the two of them got along quite well (perhaps due to the fact that they both have a strong drive towards excellence). She's ecstatic to hear that he's now opened a business of his own.
* [[Kevaraan Annorek]] -- This troubled miqo'te lancer was one of L'yhta's close friends before the Seventh Astral Era. She presumes him dead at this point, though she hopes he's just found a place where he can work through his issues.
* [[R'kyala Mahji]] -- Since the two of them met through Camille, they've gotten along smashingly, perhaps because they both act like chocobos hopped up on X-Ethers.
* [[Paran Hywel]] -- A distance has formed between L'yhta and Paran since certain events involving a voidsent. While she's pleasantly surprised at his new interest in magic theory, she remains wary of the instability she saw in him.
* [[Camille Everardi]] -- L'yhta enjoys Camille's company and her keen intellect and ability to plan. She feels Camille is wise beyond her years.
* [[K'hane Tariq]] -- Since she was released from the influence of a powerful voidsent, K'hane's returned to "normal," though L'yhta wishes she'd show more of her confidence. "There's got to be a middle ground, right?"
* [[Deitrych Brownlowe]] -- This bounty hunter is viewed by most in the Tower as somewhere between weird and extremely creepy, but L'yhta finds him to be largely misunderstood and quirkily charming. The two have interacted much less after certain revelations regarding his interactions with Clalaris.
* [[Kellach Woods]] -- L'yhta met Kellach at a beach party when he was still an employee of XI:7. She likes both his enthusiasm and humbleness, and she'd like to show him more magic as she feels he has a strong talent for the art.
* [[Fio Arasgain]] -- This chef at the Bismarck and skilled warrior is someone L'yhta respects, as he's a fellow refugee from the tribal life. She feels they have a lot in common and could become closer friends.
* [[Karaki Crystalis]] -- After a rocky start, L'yhta's found that she and this miqo'te from the East have a lot in common. She considers him a friend and hopes to be able to "correct" his less personable qualities.
* [[Cliodhna Eoghan]] -- Cliodhna and L'yhta have crossed paths a few times, and they've a friendship forged on a mutual love of fun and helping others.
* [[Sasari Sari]] -- L'yhta gets along well with Sasari, or so she believes, and is quite interested in figuring out how to help her in better controlling her magicks.
* [[Sasani Sani]] -- Perhaps surprisingly, L'yhta can in fact tell Sasari and Sasani apart. She thinks Sasani is particularly sweet.
* [[Kerin Misteyes]] -- While still on somewhat formal terms with this conjurer of the Fane, L'yhta considers Kerin a friend.
* [[Zagi'zi Kumai]] -- Despite claims that he's lost his arrogance and found a new appreciation for others, L'yhta still despises this "insufferable arse," and can't conceive of why people she knows enjoy spending time with him. She believes they have more in common than either of them would ever admit, and that perceived kinship is why she doesn't actively work against him.
* [[Kurenai Nagi]] -- L'yhta's adopted this young au ra as a surrogate little sister and has gone to great lengths to protect her and aid her with both navigating Eorzean society and her unique aetheric "problem." Despite Kurenai having left the Tower, L'yhta does try to check in on her from time to time.
* [[Aidan Hayward]] -- L'yhta met Aidan through a random leve and, despite a rocky start, the two of them had a rather torrid relationship. The two have broken up under what appears to be rather unpleasant circumstances.
* [[Llaine Tetheros]] -- Llaine and L'yhta built a relationship and ultimately a marriage by way of a long-term friendship, but for reasons L'yhta refuses to disclose other than "a big fight," the two have parted ways, with Llaine having had Eamont release her from her oath to the Tower. L'yhta still claims to love Llaine, but her discussion of the relationship and its end seems to be tinged with a great deal of bitterness.
* [[Anzu Sakata]] -- Sakata Anzu and L'yhta grew to become friends through a series of long and somewhat awkward conversations. L'yhta sees her as another surrogate sister, albeit one who needs her advice more than who can give it.
* Cieranaux Aramont -- Robert Fletcher's apprentice prior to L'yhta, Cieranaux has nothing but disrespect for her and typically lobs idle insults and cliché attacks in her direction -- a way to show his distaste for her while reminding her that she's, to him, nothing more than a trifle that doesn't warrant a more serious effort. After nearly murdering him and being pulled back from the brink by two of her friends, she's decided to just dismiss him as not worth her trouble.
* Volkido Tekido -- Robert Fletcher's personal assistant, this lalafell is the majordomo of the Ivory Tower and also acts as L'yhta's personal assistant. As much as he complains about being put upon by these "wizards with their heads in the clouds," and the "foolish girl" that he's "stuck with," Volkido cares deeply for her and the other wizards.
* L'ehli Tia -- When L'yhta last went to Greencliff, this tia -- one of her nephews by her eldest sister -- followed her back. Volkido has set him up with an apartment using L'yhta's funds so he can remain in the city; he's currently training at the Coral Tower to join the Yellowjackets.
* Solaxia -- L'yhta's agreed to, along with Clalaris, train this excitable sylph in the ways of magic. While Solaxia would much rather learn Thaumaturgy from Stompy One (as she calls L'yhta), L'yhta's pushed the sylph to learn Conjury from Moogle One (aka Clalaris) first.
* Lydia Burroughs -- This alleged defector from the Garleans was complicit in a dire crime committed against one of L'yhta's best friends. L'yhta told Nathalanee she wanted her to decide how to handle the captive, and so Lydia was turned over to the Twin Adder for debriefing despite L'yhta's misgivings. While she hopes the hyur can make good on the second chance she's been given, L'yhta is keeping a close eye on her and won't hesitate to try to put an end to this experiment if it goes even the least bit awry.

==Characteristics==
[[Image:L'yhtaMahreFlat.jpg|right|thumb|300px|L'yhta, envisioned by [http://mitchfoust.deviantart.com Mitch Foust]]]
* '''Nicknames''': Lyta (to most non-miqo'te), Yhta (to very close friends only)
* '''Age''': 24
** '''Nameday''': 12th sun of the 3rd Astral Moon, 1555 of 6th Astral Era
* '''Gender''': Female
** '''Sexuality''': Bisexual, though largely preferring men
** '''Marital Status''': Single, once again
* '''Alignment''': Chaotic Good/Unprincipled
* '''Height''': 5 fulms, 5 ilms
* '''Weight''': Generally around 120 to 130 ponz
* '''Body''': Thin, lanky, but with a wiry musculature
* '''Hair''': Varies, but naturally, long, straight, and violet
* '''Eyes''': Iridescent heliotrope
* '''Skin''': Mocha, with chocolate facial markings
* '''Clothing''': In public, she tends to robes, pants or leggings, high boots, and ring guards or fingerless gloves. As of late, she's also been wearing fairly "daring" outfits involving short skirts and light, sleeveless tops. Her choice of clothing in public is as fluid as her mood, though unless she has no alternative, she never wears armor heavier than a breastplate or chain-backed robes and heavy leather boots. In private, she usually wears leggings and a bandeau top, light and minimal smallclothes, or nothing at all.

===Likes===
* Music and dancing
* Battle and violence (though she'd only confess to "battles to protect people")
* Jellied fruits -- or any fruit, really
* Conversation, especially about magic, philosophy, and religion
* Proving how great she is
* Being surprised by someone's knowledge and talents
* Being teased (though she'd ''never'' admit that)
* Confident people who don't take themselves or life too seriously

===Dislikes===
* Probing questions about her tribal past or ''especially'' about her sexuality
* Being corrected, even when she's clearly screwed up
* Miqo'te females who fit the "cute" or "sexy" stereotype, as well as those who support tribal culture
* People who deny her "clearly obvious brilliance"
* The nobility and anyone else who seek to impose their will on others
* Arrogant people, especially those who claim noble blood or divine right
* "Fanatic cultists:" Ishgardians, Garleans, and sometimes Gridanians (depending on how much they use "the will of the Elementals" to justify their actions)

[[Image:Lyhta mahre sanguinefenrir.png|right|thumb|300px|L'yhta envisioned by '''sanguineFenrir''']]
===Areas of Expertise===
* '''Martial''': Thaumaturgy, Arcanima, Conjury, Sharlayan Astromancy; Thaumaturgy is her strongest Discipline, followed by Arcanima, then Conjury and Astromancy.
** L'yhta has a strong amateur's skill in one-handed swordplay, but rarely uses it in the field except to advance her research or if she has no other options.
* '''Crafting''': Engraving, magitek modification
** She has some experience in alchemy and goldsmithing, but is a rough beginner except where they're necessary for her research. She knows enough tailoring to patch her own clothes. Mostly, she relies on others to keep her non-magical equipment and clothes in good shape.
* '''Other''': Magic theory, literacy, area knowledge, vocal performance, dancing, being insufferably upbeat
** L'yhta's particular area of expertise in magic theory is what she calls "esotery" -- archaic and often "odd" practices of magic that don't neatly fit into the three Disciplines. This includes melding the different Disciplines together to produce novel effects.

===Strengths===
* '''Magically adept''': L'yhta has a considerable natural talent for weaving Aether and practices all three Disciplines of Magic (though she's not ''nearly'' as great as she thinks she is).
* '''Driven''': When she's set her mind to something, it's very difficult to dissuade her.
* '''Witty''': L'yhta can be pretty quick with a quip or a joke about a situation, even in the midst of a pitched battle.
* '''Active''': If nothing else, L'yhta is a constant dynamo of energy. She does have an "off switch," so to speak, but most of the time, she's always in motion.
* '''Sidethinker''': When she does actually deign to plan, she's good at coming up with unexpected alternative solutions to problems.
* '''High alcohol tolerance''': As a result of growing up with small beers and her training with the Wizards' Choir (some of which involved heavy drinking and the consumption of "recreational" herbs and potions), L'yhta has a shockingly high alcohol tolerance, especially for someone her size. It's said she's drunk even salty Roegadyn sailors under the table, though not without having to be carried out of the tavern afterwards.
* '''Optimistic''': Everything's going to be great, Eorzea's heading to a greater tomorrow, and there's no way we can make the same mistakes of the past -- or so L'yhta believes. Going hand in hand with her naivete, she's boundlessly optimistic and typically views the bright side of any situation.

===Weaknesses===
* '''Physically inept''': While she has improved her physical skills, L'yhta is still far more powerful magickally; she'll never win a sword duel, for instance.
* '''Naive''': L'yhta believes that people are essentially good, that evil is always obvious, and that Good will always triumph over Evil in the end. More subtle and devious forms of wickedness can slip right under her nose, and as a result she's not the best judge of character.
* '''Imperceptive''': It could be her overconfidence blinding her, a consequence of her stubbornness when her mind is on another task, or merely a natural trait, but L'yhta is notably poor at noticing things that are out of the ordinary unless she's explicitly looking for them. As a Seeker of the Sun, her night vision is also fairly poor (which is one reason she likes staves that glow, besides how "stylish" they are). Her lack of perception often even extends to picking up on social cues.
* '''Stubborn''': Going hand in hand with being driven, once she's chosen a course of action -- for good or ill -- she rarely changes her mind unless the situation changes such that she has no other option. If she, for instance, decides someone is evil, it's very difficult to convince her otherwise. Precious few people can get her to second-guess her decisions, particularly in the heat of the moment.
* '''Overconfident''': At present, nothing in the world can convince "Limsa Lominsa's most spectaculofabulous sorcerer" that she's not, in fact, "Utterly Excellent" and "Destined for Great Things." This overconfidence more often than not leads her to take unnecessary, completely foolish risks. One of the most common demonstrations of this is her casually dismissive attitude towards both danger and her enemies. Some suspect that this overconfidence is really just overcompensation for her...
* '''Self-image issues''': As a result of her upbringing, L'yhta feels that magic is the only thing she's actually any good at, and that she has very few other positive qualities. This is usually extremely well-hidden behind her veil of overconfidence, but it comes out from time to time in pointedly negative comments she makes about herself, perseveration on others' off-handed comments about her, and dramatic changes in behavior or clothing based on the observations of others. For instance, a simple "isn't that outfit a little tight for you?" from an acquaintance can get her to run away to change clothes into something dramatically different, even if she were just proudly showing the outfit off.
* '''Lack of planning''': L'yhta rarely plans her actions in advance, preferring instead a "Geronimo!" approach of leaping before she looks. The term "poor impulse control" fits her, and when she feels she has to plan (or is forced to do so), she tends to get fidgety and impatient.

==Other Notes==
[[Image:LyhtaMahreNobootsFinalJPeg-Eckzein.jpg|right|thumb|300px|L'yhta dancing, envisioned by '''Eckzein''']]
[[Image:Lyhta-aria.jpg|right|thumb|300px|L'yhta being smug, envisioned by '''A'ria''']]
[[Image:ChibiMaker-Lyhta.jpg|right|thumb|200px|Chibi L'yhta-chan?!?]]
===Naming===
L'yhta usually uses a slightly simplified version of her name, "Lyta," among non-miqo'te primarily because she dislikes them butchering its actual pronunciation and spelling. It's easier and less obnoxious, in her mind, to just use a name that matches how people would typically read her name anyway. As such, she often uses the alias on legal documents in the city-states to simplify transactions. Among other miqo'te, however, she uses and prefers her real name. In close company, she, like many Seekers of the Sun, is known to drop her tribe letter and call herself Yhta (EE-tah).

===Religion===
L'yhta venerates the Twelve, but doesn't worship them, nor does she recognize any of them as her patron deity. If anything, she views Hydaelyn itself as her patron based on recent events. She feels that the circumstances of her life are proof of two things: one, she's been chosen for a Great Destiny by the Mothercrystal, and two, Nymeia has chosen to bless her, perhaps for this reason. Perhaps surprisingly, L'yhta isn't egotistical or outspoken about either of these beliefs or religion in general. In fact, she's typically awkward in such discussions, approaching them extremely tentatively (especially with regards to the Echo, which she views as both a blessing and a curse that makes her "weird").

===Quirks===
L'yhta adores jellied and candied fruits, and is rarely without a pouch of them. She also tends to introduce herself using made-up adjectives, usually created by forcefully merging two words, to describe her "greatness;" for instance, she's been known to refer to herself as "stupendiferous," "brilliantastic," and "magnifijestic." She'll often apply this sort of puffery to her friends, particularly when introducing them or cheering on their successes.

===Equipment===
L'yhta has acquired through her travels a fairly significant collection of artifacts that can channel and focus Aether, ranging from Nymian books to Allagan rods, from Belah'dian swords to Amdapori staves. Most of her robes and other clothes are commissioned bespoke, then enchanted by her; she spends considerable gil on "looking stylish," as she puts it. She especially likes modern recreations of ancient designs, such as Nymian outfits. However, she does have a relatively small collection of acquired clothing, including some highly magicked smallclothes that she came across in an Ishgardian fortress that'd been overrun by Voidsent.

In addition to this equipment, L'yhta has a wide variety of stolen and modified magitek (including a Reaper she's painted a garish metallic yellow) that she uses along with specialized spells of her own design to either deflect attacks or imbue her weapons -- specifically, a magitek sword -- with magical force. The net effect is that she can become quite difficult to hurt, but her lack of expertise and physical ability leave her relatively inept at actually landing any blows. When she's "cheating" in this way, she can't channel Aether for more direct spells. Despite her best efforts (and probably for the good of Eorzea generally), she remains unable to call forth and precisely control enough Aether to do so, and the effects of the magitek on the local Aetheric flows would make attempts to do so rather unsafe, to put it mildly.

===Rumours===
The following rumours can be heard about L'yhta, predominantly in Limsa Lominsa. (Please feel free to add your character's thoughts here as well.)

====Common rumours====
* "Remember that wizard, Robert Wotshisname? The one with the white hair? Yeah, he was ''totally'' making his bed with that Seeker girl, ifyaknowwhatImean."
* "Nah, she was just leading him on to get his inheritance once he was returned to the sea."
* "I heard she's been working with the Maelstrom as some kind of 'consulting mage' after she stopped some huge fishback ritual."
* "I never seen someone who weren't a kid, drunk, or a whore hug people as much as she does. An' she's no child, so whaddya think that says about her?"

====Uncommon rumours====
* "Remember what I said about her killing her family? She went back to finish the job! Why else's she got black hair now?"
* "Oh, I heard that she actually killed that old man she was bedding! She hit him with a spell while he was fighting on the front lines."
* "I used ta say she had no magical power, b-but... listen, bub, I-I saw her ''vaporize'' a ship's mast at full sail! Snap, boom, it was just ''gone''!"
* "I saw her bring an injured hyur to Fallgourd Float... then hire an adventurer to shoot the poor woman if she tried to leave! What kind of horrible creature would do such a thing?"
* "Shh! Keep it down! I heard she pushed someone off th' side of the city when he talked bad about her an' Seekers, then set 'im on fire on th' way down!"

====Rare rumours====
* "L'yhta's family is looking for her, and they're worried sick that she's going to fall in with a bad crowd or get killed."
* "She travels between here, Gridania, and Ul'dah a lot -- I bet she's a secret assassin working for some rich noble."
* "That green-haired miqo'te she's been hanging around? They're lovers, I heard. Yeah -- and that older elezen she's around, too, and those two lalafell with the staves. Typical miqo'te, bedding anything with a heartbeat..."

====What PCs are saying====

* "L'yhta? She is a tad excitable, yes, but then she tends to find exciting things. It all balances out, really, and it makes for interesting stories to tell." --[[Sazhi'to Bajhiri]]
* "A female who shares my distaste for the tribes. Fancies herself a sorcerer, too. She'll definitely be a good resource if she's half as learned as she claims to be." -- [[Fio Arasgain]]
* "A very good friend. Always good for a hug! And for exploring dangerous ruins with reckless disregard for our own well-being." - [[Kellach Woods]]
* "Oh- L'yhta! The sorcerer, hm? Hells, I really meant to speak with her again- she inspired me to try and take up more of the magical arts than I thought ''plausible'' before. I am still ''quite'' interested to see how she managed to meld Arcanima and Thaumaturgey, and those experiments ''did'' sound intriguing. ... I wonder if she remembers me; how time gets away up here. . ." -- [[Xavarian Mystrife]]
* "L'yhta's adorable. She's got a neat way of talking and some of the stuff's over my head but I can tell she's got a good heart! Plus she's a lot like me in some ways. More than the Miqo'te thing, and she doesn't have the glowy hair, but still..." -- [[Karaki Crystalis]]
* "L'yhta is my closest friend, my sister, and my most trusted confidant. There are not words to describe what she means to me, but suffice it to say that I would give everything for her sake. Whether it be delving into dangerous ruins, facing down hordes of enemies, or unlocking the mysteries of this world, I know I can count on her, and she on me." - [[Llaine Tetheros]]

===Known Haunts===
You might have run into or otherwise know L'yhta from:

* Mornings at the Bismarck in Limsa Lominsa, where she's usually there just after dawn for tea and fruit.
* All three magical guilds, which she regularly frequents and almost always with a journal in hand.
* The shores of La Noscea (particularly near Mist), where she's known to go swimming on a somewhat regular basis.
* Raids on Garlean encampments and Castrums, both formal and informal.

==References==
[[Image:Lyhta_Mahre_Face_2.png|thumb|300px|right|''"Time to be Big Damn Heroes!"'']]
* [http://ffxiv-roleplayers.com/showthread.php?tid=2688&pid=36966#pid36966 100 Questions About L'yhta]
* [http://ffxiv-roleplayers.com/showthread.php?tid=1999&pid=39718#pid39718 Character references (for art)]
* [http://ffxiv-roleplayers.com/showthread.php?tid=3266&pid=40557#pid40557 RP connections wanted for L'yhta]
* [http://ffxiv-roleplayers.com/showthread.php?tid=3039 You might know L'yhta from...]
* [http://ffxiv-roleplayers.com/showthread.php?tid=3227 What L'yhta eats]
* [http://ffxiv-roleplayers.com/showthread.php?tid=3144 Where L'yhta sleeps]

===OOC Inspirations===
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L'yhta is inspired by [[Wikipedia:Eleventh Doctor|Matt Smith's Eleventh Doctor]] -- particularly her "devil may care" attitude and wild overconfidence -- as well as [[wikipedia:Lina Inverse|Lina Inverse]]. Apparently, she also shares a fair number of characteristics with [[Wikipedia:Leslie Knope|Leslie Knope]] (in her loyalty and need to control situations) and [[Wikipedia:Scott Pilgrim|Scott Pilgrim]] (particularly in how self-absorbed she can be). Her casual disregard for danger and general expectation that everything will inevitably turn out in her favor is disturbingly similar to that of [[Wikipedia:Sterling Archer|Sterling Archer]].
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Lilithium Altair

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Born Lilithium Amal'thea Altair to Reiko and Andromeda Altair, Lili spent her earlier years of life traveling with her parents until they settled with their botany research in La Noscea. Not far from them was a small family who had just relocated from Ala Mhigo with children that were Lili's age. One of these children was Ghislan Nightwing who later became Lili's first husband. The years following brought much happiness and sorrow between joining companies, disbanding from them, starting one of her own, and then retiring. Lili has lost two husbands and a daughter while still having two daughters and four sons by either adoption, blood, or marriage. These days she can be found in the Mists.
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<div style="font-family:tahoma;font-weight:bold;font-size: 14px;letter-spacing:0.2em;padding-left:10px;background-color:#78ac6f;color:white;padding-bottom:0.1em;padding-top:0.1em;border-radius:0px;"><center>'''Other Statistiss'''</center></div></span></h3>
<br>
<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:0.0em;text-shadow: 1px 1px 1px silver">'''Nationality...'''</font> <font style="font-family:Georgia;"> <br />
Limsa Lominsa</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:0.0em;text-shadow: 1px 1px 1px silver">'''Tribe...'''</font> <font style="font-family:Georgia;"> <br />
Midlander (Doman/Eorzean)</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:0.0em;text-shadow: 1px 1px 1px silver">'''Current Residence...'''</font> <font style="font-family:Georgia;"> The Mists, Lavender Beds</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:0.0em;text-shadow: 1px 1px 1px silver">'''Occupation...'''</font> <font style="font-family:Georgia;"> <br />
Retired</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:0.0em;text-shadow: 1px 1px 1px silver">'''Patron Deity...'''</font> <font style="font-family:Georgia;"> Menphina (some reverence given to Azeyma)</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:0.0em;text-shadow: 1px 1px 1px silver">'''Alignment...'''</font> <font style="font-family:Georgia;"> <br />
Chaotic Good</font>
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=Personality=
<center><div style="font-family:tahoma;font-weight:bold;font-size: 14px;letter-spacing:0.2em;padding-left:10px;background-color:#78ac6f;color:white;padding-bottom:0.1em;padding-top:0.1em;border-radius:0px;">Personality</div></center>
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: <font style="padding:0px 5px; font-size:12px;color:#8f827a;font-family:Georgia;letter-spacing:0.2em;text-shadow: 1px 1px 1px silver">■</font> Maternal
: <font style="padding:0px 5px; font-size:12px;color:#8f827a;font-family:Georgia;letter-spacing:0.2em;text-shadow: 1px 1px 1px silver">■</font> Kind</font>
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: <font style="padding:0px 5px; font-size:12px;color:#8f827a;font-family:Georgia;letter-spacing:0.2em;text-shadow: 1px 1px 1px silver">■</font> Sassy
: <font style="padding:0px 5px; font-size:12px;color:#8f827a;font-family:Georgia;letter-spacing:0.2em;text-shadow: 1px 1px 1px silver">■</font> Resilient</font>
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: <font style="padding:0px 5px; font-size:12px;color:#8f827a;font-family:Georgia;letter-spacing:0.2em;text-shadow: 1px 1px 1px silver">■</font> Loving
: <font style="padding:0px 5px; font-size:12px;color:#8f827a;font-family:Georgia;letter-spacing:0.2em;text-shadow: 1px 1px 1px silver">■</font> Sensual</font>
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: <font style="padding:0px 5px; font-size:12px;color:#8f827a;font-family:Georgia;letter-spacing:0.2em;text-shadow: 1px 1px 1px silver">■</font> Practical
: <font style="padding:0px 5px; font-size:12px;color:#8f827a;font-family:Georgia;letter-spacing:0.2em;text-shadow: 1px 1px 1px silver">■</font> Strong willed</font>
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<div style="font-family:tahoma;font-weight:bold;font-size: 14px;letter-spacing:0.2em;padding-left:10px;background-color:#a9d8a6;color:white;padding-bottom:0.1em;padding-top:0.1em;border-radius:0px;"><center>'''Likes'''</center></div></h3>

: <div style="font-family:Georgia"><font style="color:#8f827a;" size="3">■</font> '''Loves''' her family, a good book, petrichor.</div>
: <div style="font-family:Georgia"><font style="color:#8f827a;" size="3">■</font> '''Adores''' a good spar, cozy spots with fireplaces and blankets, lazy days spent in bed.</div>
: <div style="font-family:Georgia"><font style="color:#8f827a;" size="3">■</font> '''Likes''' swimming, social drinking, sailing.</div>
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<div style="font-family:tahoma;font-weight:bold;font-size: 14px;letter-spacing:0.2em;padding-left:10px;background-color:#77c171;color:white;padding-bottom:0.1em;padding-top:0.1em;border-radius:0px;"><center>'''Dislikes'''</center></div></span></h3>

: <div style="font-family:Georgia"><font style="color:#8f827a;" size="3">■</font> '''Despises''' most denizens of the Void, </div>
: <div style="font-family:Georgia"><font style="color:#8f827a;" size="3">■</font> '''Hates''' Text, text, text.</div>
: <div style="font-family:Georgia"><font style="color:#8f827a;" size="3">■</font> '''Dislikes''' Text, text, text.</div>

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<div style="font-family:tahoma;font-weight:bold;font-size: 14px;letter-spacing:0.2em;padding-left:10px;background-color:#a9d8a6;color:white;padding-bottom:0.1em;padding-top:0.1em;border-radius:0px;"><center>'''Quirks'''</center></div></span></h3>

: <div style="font-family:Georgia"><font style="color:#8f827a;" size="3">■</font> '''Text'''. Text, text, text.</div>
: <div style="font-family:Georgia"><font style="color:#8f827a;" size="3">■</font> '''Text'''. Text, text, text.</div>
: <div style="font-family:Georgia"><font style="color:#8f827a;" size="3">■</font> '''Text'''. Text, text, text.</div>

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=Appearance=
<center><div style="font-family:tahoma;font-weight:bold;font-size: 14px;letter-spacing:0.2em;padding-left:10px;background-color:#78ac6f;color:white;padding-bottom:0.1em;padding-top:0.1em;border-radius:0px;">Appearance</div></center>

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[[File:Liliwikipic1.jpg|center]]
Text, text, text, text, text, text, text, text, text, text, text, text, text, text, text, text, text, text, text, text, text, text, text, text, text, text, text, text, text, text, text, text, text, text, text, text, text, text, text, text, text, text, text, text, text, text, text, text, text, text, text, text, text, text, text, text, text, text, text, text, text, text, text, text, text, text, text, text, text, text, text, text, text, text, text, text, text, text, text, text, text.
[[File:Liliwikipic2.jpg|center]]
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=Relationships=
<center><div style="font-family:tahoma;font-weight:bold;font-size: 14px;letter-spacing:0.2em;padding-left:10px;background-color:#78ac6f;color:white;padding-bottom:0.1em;padding-top:0.1em;border-radius:0px;">Relationships</div></center>
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:<font style="color:#b72a78;" size="3"> ♥</font> <sub><b>In A Relationship:</b> Name is romantically involved with this character.</sub>
:<font style="color:#FA70BC;" size="3"> ♥</font> <sub><b>Romantic Attraction:</b> Name is romantically interested in this character.</sub>
:<font style="color:#ffaedb" size="3"> ♥</font> <sub><b>Sexual Attraction</b> Name is physically interested in this character.</sub>
:<font style="color:#391313" size="3"> ♥</font> <sub><b>Former Relationship</b> Name used to be involved with this character before being separated by differences or death.</sub>

: <font style="color:#54b5eb;" size="3"> ♥</font> <sub><b>Platonic Love/Family:</b> Name considers this person family.</sub>
: <font style="color:#54b5eb;" size="3"> ♦</font> <sub><b>Friend:</b> Name considers this person her friend.</sub>
: <font style="color:#93d2f6;" size="3"> ♦</font> <sub><b>Friendly Acquaintance:</b> Name considers this person mostly friendly, or as an ally.</sub>

: <font style="color:#93d2f6;" size="3"> ●</font> <sub><b>Good Standing:</b> Name has no specific feelings about this character, however they left a good impression.</sub>
: <font style="color:#c6c6c6;" size="3"> ●</font> <sub><b>Neutral:</b> Name has no specific feelings about this character.</sub>
: <font style="color:#8a8a8a;" size="3"> ●</font> <sub><b>Bad Standing:</b> Name has no specific feelings about this character, however they left a bad impression.</sub>

: <font style="color:#8a8a8a;" size="3"> ♠</font> <sub><b>Dislike:</b> Name doesn't consider this person a friend, and will talk if needed, but try to avoid them.</sub>
: <font style="color:#575757;" size="3"> ♠</font> <sub><b>Hate:</b> Name consider this person an annoyance, and will try to avoid them. Conflict can happen.</sub>
: <font style="color:#000000;" size="3"> ♠</font> <sub><b>Fear:</b> Name is terrified by this character, and will try to avoid them at all cost.</sub>
: <font style="color:#630000;" size="3"> ♠</font> <sub><b>Rivalry:</b> Name consider this person a rival, and will try to initiate conflict every time she gets to meet them.</sub>

: <font style="color:#dba133;" size="3"> ♥</font> <sub><b>Family Member:</b> This character is related by blood to Name.</sub>
: <font style="color:#dba133;" size="3"> ✔</font> <sub><b>Business:</b> This character is either an Name's employer, employee, or coworker.</sub>
: <font style="color:#dba133;" size="3"> ✖</font> <sub><b>Deceased:</b> This character has passed away.</sub>
: <font style="color:#dba133;" size="3"> <b>?</b></font> <sub><b>Hidden Feelings/Unknown:</b> This character has one of all the color keys above, but Name isn't fully aware of it yet.</sub>
: <font style="color:#dba133;" size="3"> <b>❣</b></font> <sub><b>Unaware:</b> Name doesn't know the true whereabouts of this character.</sub>
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<td style="vertical-align: top;width:50%;padding-right:10px; font-size:9pt;font-family:Helvetica;"><h3><span class="mw-headline">
<center><div style="font-family:tahoma;font-weight:bold;font-size: 14px;letter-spacing:0.2em;padding-left:10px;background-color:#a9d8a6;color:white;padding-bottom:0.1em;padding-top:0.1em;border-radius:0px;">NPC</div></center></span></h3>
<div style="padding:10px 25px; background: #79ae6b; color:#ffffff;font-family:Georgia;font-size:12px;text-shadow: 1px 1px 1px black"><b><center>Family, Marriage, and Relationships</center></b></div>
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! <div align="left"><div style="font-family:Georgia;"><font style="color:#000000;" size="2"> '''Amoré Silverlark'''</font> '''('''<font style="color:#dba133;" size="3">✖</font>''')''' - '''Father of the Twins'''</div></div>
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| <div style="font-size:11px; font-family:Georgia">Amore was a close friend of Ghislan's when he worked as a mercenary for a small band of ruffians who did good work despite many have questionable histories. Amore was a fair featured man from a place not in Eorzea though he would never divulge exactly where he was from. Though he had desires of starting a family, he did not favor the company of women.

One night, after the group and some outside affiliates (including spouses of members) got very drunk, Amore coaxed Lili into a rough and tumble that led to her getting pregnant. Though Ghislan was absolutely furious that Amore took advantage of his wife, he eventually forgave the man. Not long afterwards, Amore died from the mysterious illness that had been plaguing him and Ghislan simply raised his daughters (Sara and Dei) as his own.</div>
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! <div align="left"><div style="font-family:Georgia;"><font style="color:#000000;" size="2"> '''Andromeda Altair'''</font> '''('''<font style="color:#dba133;" size="3">✖</font><font style="color:#dba133;" size="3">♥</font>''')''' - '''Mother'''</div></div>
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| <div style="font-size:11px; font-family:Georgia">A loving, funny botanist from a family of famous herbalists. Her whole life was dedicated to her family and her work up until her death. Lili inherited her personality as well as her love for working with herbs.</div>
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! <div align="left"><div style="font-family:Georgia;"><font style="color:#000000;" size="2"> '''Deisarameda Silverlark'''</font> '''('''<font style="color:#dba133;" size="3">✖</font><font style="color:#dba133;" size="3">♥</font>''')''' - '''Eldest Daughter, Eldest Silverlark'''</div></div>
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| <div style="font-size:11px; font-family:Georgia">Dei is the oldest Silverlark twin with Sara being the youngest. Unlike Sara who is soft spoken and shy, Dei has always had a much more fiery nature with a temper to match. Despite an inherited illness, Dei has always tried to push the boundaries of her physical capacities. Even when that means getting dangerously close to endangering her own existence.

At one point, Dei struck out on her own. Saying little about her whereabouts and coming around the family less and less. One evening out of no where, her body was found nailed to the door of [[Orrian Servais]], a former employee of Lili's who Dei had enlisted for aide about her condition. It took many long moons to find out what happened to her and who murdered her. Her murderer, a distant relative of her and Sara's, was then tried and executed for crimes against not only Dei but the whole Silverlark family line.</div>
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! <div align="left"><div style="font-family:Georgia;"><font style="color:#000000;" size="2"> '''Elonwea and Mikh'a Rinannis'''</font> '''('''<font style="color:#dba133;" size="3">♥</font>''')''' '''(''' NPCS ''')''' - '''The Tiny Tots'''</div></div>
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| <div style="font-size:11px; font-family:Georgia">Elonwea Rinannis is the infant (going on toddler) daughter of Lilithium and Locke. She is the only one to carry on the Rinannis family legacy given the 'death' of her father and the corruption of her uncle. With her bouncing blonde curls and her wide grins and smiles, Ellie is a very happy-go-lucky baby.

Mikh'a was a Keeper of the Moon who was abandoned on the steps of a orphanage. No one knows who he belongs too, so they gave him a somewhat common Keeper name before Lili came across him. He's a very curious and affectionate cub who is usually accompanied by Ollie, a magitek bit that was once Locke's mammet before being transferred into his new body.</div>
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! <div align="left"><div style="font-family:Georgia;"><font style="color:#000000;" size="2"> '''Ghislan Nightwing'''</font> '''('''<font style="color:#dba133;" size="3">✖</font><font style="color:#dba133;" size="3"><b>?</b></font><font style="color:#391313" size="3">♥</font>''')''' - '''First Husband, First Love'''</div></div>
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| <div style="font-size:11px; font-family:Georgia">When Lilithium's family settled down near the shores of Limsa Lominsa, they were greeted by another family from Ala Mhigo who lived nearby. One of their children was Ghislan, who soon became Lili's closest friend and childhood sweetheart. He is the father of Khavan and took in Sarameda and Deisarameda as his own. Shortly after the twins were born, Ghislan was facing against some rogue Garlean combatants and went missing. After a time, he was presumed dead.

Years later, Lilithium was helping an old associate named [[Sitting Ox]] find a new body for himself while his own began to weaken and wither due to the Void. They used the body of a condemned prisoner, not realizing until it was too late who it really was: Ghislan. With his and Ox's mind fused, it took quite a while before their bodies could be separated again. Though Ghislan was sincere in his efforts to bring Lili back into his life, too many years had passed and Lili was already falling in love with the man who later became her second husband, [[Locke Rinannis]]. Her feelings on Ghislan have always been murky and a chapter of her life she prefers to stay in the past.</div>
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{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable" width="100%" border="0"
! <div align="left"><div style="font-family:Georgia;"><font style="color:#000000;" size="2"> '''Khavan Nightwing'''</font> '''('''<font style="color:#dba133;" size="3"> ♥</font><font style="color:#dba133;" size="3">♥</font>''')''' '''(''' NPC ''')''' - '''Eldest Son, Blood of the Mountain'''</div></div>
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| <div style="font-size:11px; font-family:Georgia">Khavan looks like Ghislan in nearly every way save for his facial features, which show more of his midlander heritage. Fiercely protective of his family, Khavan is otherwise rather laid back and collected with a cheeky sense of humor. He married a friend of his from his teen years, a male elezen named Luxore.

With the recent death of his stepfather, Khavan's protectiveness has been in overdrive. Both warding off his mother's suitors and grumbling about Sara's new companion, [[Asher]].</div>
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! <div align="left"><div style="font-family:Georgia;"><font style="color:#000000;" size="2"> '''Luxore Nightwing'''</font> '''('''<font style="color:#54b5eb;" size="3">♥</font>''')''' '''(''' NPC ''')''' - '''The Enigmatic Elezen'''</div></div>
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| <div style="font-size:11px; font-family:Georgia">The duskwright is Lili's son-in-law, bonded to her eldest son Khavan. He's rather quiet with a dry, sarcastic sense of humor and accompanying wit. Khavan saved him from being executed for a crime he did not commit and in return Luxore pledged himself to Khavan. A few moons later, however, Khavan proposed and they were married a summer later.

Luxore tries not to show it, but he secretly enjoys spending time with the younger members of the household. Spire, the pet goobbue sproutling, has an odd fixation for the elezen.</div>
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{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable" width="100%" border="0"
! <div align="left"><div style="font-family:Georgia;"><font style="color:#000000;" size="2"> '''Reiko Altair'''</font> '''('''<font style="color:#dba133;" size="3">✖</font><font style="color:#dba133;" size="3">♥</font>''')''' - '''Father'''</div></div>
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| <div style="font-size:11px; font-family:Georgia">Lili's father was a private man. He came from Doma into Eorzea without a clear reason why, only that when he met Andromeda it made him decide to stay. A few summers later they were married and had Lili. He was very overprotective of both Lili and her adopted sister. While he helped Andromeda with her botany work, he mostly acted as her protector on her various treks out into woods and fields to collect samples. His weapon of choice? A metal staff.</div>
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! <div align="left"><div style="font-family:Georgia;"><font style="color:#000000;" size="2"> '''Rhasha Altair'''</font> '''('''<font style="color:#54b5eb;" size="3">♥</font>''')''' '''(''' NPC ''')''' - '''Adopted Sister'''</div></div>
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| <div style="font-size:11px; font-family:Georgia">Rhasha was found as an infant, abandoned on a cargo ship that the Altairs were on while heading back to Limsa Lominsa. No one claimed the infant, so the Altairs raised her as their own.

Rhasha later left home when Lili gave birth to the twins, which happened to be right after the abrupt death of both of their parents in a fire. It wasn't until many years later that Rhasha made herself known to Lili again, guilt having kept her away since she had been the one to accidentally start the fire. Lili forgave her for it and they keep in sporadic contact with each other.</div>
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{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable" width="100%" border="0"
! <div align="left"><div style="font-family:Georgia;"><font style="color:#000000;" size="2"> '''The Nightwings'''</font> '''('''<font style="color:#54b5eb;" size="3">♥</font>''')''' '''(''' NPC ''')''' - '''Ghislan's Family'''</div></div>
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| <div style="font-size:11px; font-family:Georgia">Ghislan and his family came to Eorzea from Ala Mhigo less than a decade before the Garleans took over. They moved to La Noscea and lived a short ways from Lili and her family. A large family full of cousins, uncles, and aunts, many eventually left La Noscea and either joined the Resistance or tried to make a living in Ul'dah.</div>
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{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable" width="100%" border="0"
! <div align="left"><div style="font-family:Georgia;"><font style="color:#000000;" size="2"> '''The Rinannis' '''</font> '''('''<font style="color:#dba133;" size="3">✖</font><font style="color:#54b5eb;" size="3">♥</font>''')''' - '''Locke's Family'''</div></div>
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| <div style="font-size:11px; font-family:Georgia">Lili only knows about her in-laws from the stories Locke would tell her about his hometown. While she never met them, she wishes she had.</div>
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<div style="padding:10px 25px; background: #79ae6b; color:#ffffff;font-family:Georgia;font-size:12px;text-shadow: 1px 1px 1px black"><b><center>Pets</center></b></div>

<td style="vertical-align: top;width:50%;padding-right:10px; font-size:9pt;font-family:Helvetica;"><h3><span class="mw-headline">
<center><div style="font-family:tahoma;font-weight:bold;font-size: 14px;letter-spacing:0.2em;padding-left:10px;background-color:#a9d8a6;color:white;padding-bottom:0.1em;padding-top:0.1em;border-radius:0px;">PC</div></center></span></h3>
<div style="padding:10px 25px; background: #79ae6b; color:#ffffff;font-family:Georgia;font-size:12px;text-shadow: 1px 1px 1px black"><b><center>Family, Marriage, and Relationships</center></b></div>

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! <div align="left"><div style="font-family:Georgia;"><font style="color:#000000;" size="2"> '''[[Adokenai Altair]]'''</font> '''('''<font style="color:#54b5eb;" size="3">♥</font>''')''' - '''Child of the Quicksand'''</div></div>
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| <div style="font-size:11px; font-family:Georgia">Text, text, text, text.</div>
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! <div align="left"><div style="font-family:Georgia;"><font style="color:#000000;" size="2"> '''[[C'kayah Tia]]'''</font> '''('''<font style="color:#391313" size="3">♥</font>''')''' - '''Princeling of Crime'''</div></div>
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| <div style="font-size:11px; font-family:Georgia">Text, text, text, text.</div>
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{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable" width="100%" border="0"
! <div align="left"><div style="font-family:Georgia;"><font style="color:#000000;" size="2"> '''[[Darturu Torlan]]'''</font> '''('''<font style="color:#391313" size="3">♥</font>''')''' - '''Title Given By Character Goes Here'''</div></div>
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{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable" width="100%" border="0"
! <div align="left"><div style="font-family:Georgia;"><font style="color:#000000;" size="2"> '''[[Kyren Yun]]'''</font> '''('''<font style="color:#b72a78;" size="3">♥</font><font style="color:#dba133;" size="3"><b>?</b></font>''')''' - '''The Caretaker'''</div></div>
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{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable" width="100%" border="0"
! <div align="left"><div style="font-family:Georgia;"><font style="color:#000000;" size="2"> '''[[Locke Rinannis]]'''</font> '''('''<font style="color:#dba133;" size="3">✖</font><font style="color:#391313" size="3">♥</font>''')''' - '''The Mammet Knight'''</div></div>
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{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable" width="100%" border="0"
! <div align="left"><div style="font-family:Georgia;"><font style="color:#000000;" size="2"> '''[[Romimo Romi]]'''</font> '''('''<font style="color:#54b5eb;" size="3">♥</font>''')''' - '''Rinannis Family Protector'''</div></div>
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{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable" width="100%" border="0"
! <div align="left"><div style="font-family:Georgia;"><font style="color:#000000;" size="2"> '''[[Sarameda Silverlark]]'''</font> '''('''<font style="color:#dba133;" size="3">♥</font>''')''' - '''Title Given By Character Goes Here'''</div></div>
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{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable" width="100%" border="0"
! <div align="left"><div style="font-family:Georgia;"><font style="color:#000000;" size="2"> '''[[Togy Brandmakt]]'''</font> '''('''<font style="color:#391313" size="3">♥</font>''')''' - '''Lady Jancis'''</div></div>
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<div style="padding:10px 25px; background: #79ae6b; color:#ffffff;font-family:Georgia;font-size:12px;text-shadow: 1px 1px 1px black"><b><center>Friends and Allies</center></b></div>

{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable" width="100%" border="0"
! <div align="left"><div style="font-family:Georgia;"><font style="color:#000000;" size="2"> '''[[Chachanji Gegenji]]'''</font> '''(''' Relationship Icons Go Here ''')''' - '''ChaCha!'''</div></div>
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{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable" width="100%" border="0"
! <div align="left"><div style="font-family:Georgia;"><font style="color:#000000;" size="2"> '''[[J'inarah Marad]]'''</font> '''(''' Status Icons Go Here ''')''' - '''Lady of the Jackals' '''</div></div>
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{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable" width="100%" border="0"
! <div align="left"><div style="font-family:Georgia;"><font style="color:#000000;" size="2"> '''[[Judge Jredthys]]'''</font> '''(''' Status Icons Go Here ''')''' - '''The Kind Judge'''</div></div>
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{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable" width="100%" border="0"
! <div align="left"><div style="font-family:Georgia;"><font style="color:#000000;" size="2"> '''[[L'kenthi Rarahn]]'''</font> '''(''' Status Icons Go Here ''')''' - '''Lady Jancis'''</div></div>
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{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable" width="100%" border="0"
! <div align="left"><div style="font-family:Georgia;"><font style="color:#000000;" size="2"> '''[[Ruinfeild Oakshield]]'''</font> '''(''' Status Icons Go Here ''')''' - '''Title Given By Character Goes Here'''</div></div>
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| <div style="font-size:11px; font-family:Georgia">Text, text, text, text.</div>
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{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable" width="100%" border="0"
! <div align="left"><div style="font-family:Georgia;"><font style="color:#000000;" size="2"> '''[[Sitting Ox]]'''</font> '''(''' Status Icons Go Here ''')''' - ''' 'Ox' '''</div></div>
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{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable" width="100%" border="0"
! <div align="left"><div style="font-family:Georgia;"><font style="color:#000000;" size="2"> '''[[V'lanya Mei]]'''</font> '''(''' Status Icons Go Here ''')''' - '''Keeper of the Void'''</div></div>
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{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable" width="100%" border="0"
! <div align="left"><div style="font-family:Georgia;"><font style="color:#000000;" size="2"> '''[[Thrandis Dale]]'''</font> '''(''' Status Icons Go Here ''')''' - '''Title Given By Character Goes Here'''</div></div>
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<div style="padding:10px 25px; background: #79ae6b; color:#ffffff;font-family:Georgia;font-size:12px;text-shadow: 1px 1px 1px black"><b><center>Former Employees and Work Contacts</center></b></div>

{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable" width="100%" border="0"
! <div align="left"><div style="font-family:Georgia;"><font style="color:#000000;" size="2"> '''[[An'zero Tia]]'''</font> '''(''' Status Icons Go Here ''')''' - '''Lady Jancis'''</div></div>
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{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable" width="100%" border="0"
! <div align="left"><div style="font-family:Georgia;"><font style="color:#000000;" size="2"> '''[[Azeiox Venmortis]]'''</font> '''(''' Status Icons Go Here ''')''' - '''Lady Jancis'''</div></div>
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{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable" width="100%" border="0"
! <div align="left"><div style="font-family:Georgia;"><font style="color:#000000;" size="2"> '''[[Basim'a Jinkjahl]]'''</font> '''(''' Status Icons Go Here ''')''' - '''Title Given By Character Goes Here'''</div></div>
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{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable" width="100%" border="0"
! <div align="left"><div style="font-family:Georgia;"><font style="color:#000000;" size="2"> '''[[Casandra Lachance]]'''</font> '''(''' Status Icons Go Here ''')''' - '''Lady Jancis'''</div></div>
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{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable" width="100%" border="0"
! <div align="left"><div style="font-family:Georgia;"><font style="color:#000000;" size="2"> '''[[Chika Ito]]'''</font> '''(''' Status Icons Go Here ''')''' - '''test'''</div></div>
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{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable" width="100%" border="0"
! <div align="left"><div style="font-family:Georgia;"><font style="color:#000000;" size="2"> '''[[Chokho Viqqoh]]'''</font> '''(''' Status Icons Go Here ''')''' - '''Title Given By Character Goes Here'''</div></div>
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{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable" width="100%" border="0"
! <div align="left"><div style="font-family:Georgia;"><font style="color:#000000;" size="2"> '''[[Cyrus Chambers]]'''</font> '''(''' Status Icons Go Here ''')''' - '''Title Given By Character Goes Here'''</div></div>
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{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable" width="100%" border="0"
! <div align="left"><div style="font-family:Georgia;"><font style="color:#000000;" size="2"> '''[[Cotota Qestir]]'''</font> '''(''' Status Icons Go Here ''')''' - '''Title Given By Character Goes Here'''</div></div>
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{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable" width="100%" border="0"
! <div align="left"><div style="font-family:Georgia;"><font style="color:#000000;" size="2"> '''[[Ennara Calian]]'''</font> '''(''' Status Icons Go Here ''')''' - '''Title Given By Character Goes Here'''</div></div>
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{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable" width="100%" border="0"
! <div align="left"><div style="font-family:Georgia;"><font style="color:#000000;" size="2"> '''[[Isranne Valreux]]'''</font> '''(''' Status Icons Go Here ''')''' - '''Title Given By Character Goes Here'''</div></div>
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{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable" width="100%" border="0"
! <div align="left"><div style="font-family:Georgia;"><font style="color:#000000;" size="2"> '''[[Kagewoe Erasus]]'''</font> '''(''' Status Icons Go Here ''')''' - '''Title Given By Character Goes Here'''</div></div>
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{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable" width="100%" border="0"
! <div align="left"><div style="font-family:Georgia;"><font style="color:#000000;" size="2"> '''[[Kal Numara]]'''</font> '''(''' Status Icons Go Here ''')''' - '''Lady Jancis'''</div></div>
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{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable" width="100%" border="0"
! <div align="left"><div style="font-family:Georgia;"><font style="color:#000000;" size="2"> '''[[Katiti Kati]]'''</font> '''(''' Status Icons Go Here ''')''' - '''Title Given By Character Goes Here'''</div></div>
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{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable" width="100%" border="0"
! <div align="left"><div style="font-family:Georgia;"><font style="color:#000000;" size="2"> '''[[Kolhi'to Embhre]]'''</font> '''(''' Status Icons Go Here ''')''' - '''Test'''</div></div>
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{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable" width="100%" border="0"
! <div align="left"><div style="font-family:Georgia;"><font style="color:#000000;" size="2"> '''[[Leon Dyce]]'''</font> '''(''' Status Icons Go Here ''')''' - '''Lady Jancis'''</div></div>
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{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable" width="100%" border="0"
! <div align="left"><div style="font-family:Georgia;"><font style="color:#000000;" size="2"> '''[[Leon Maxwell]]'''</font> '''(''' Status Icons Go Here ''')''' - '''Lady Jancis'''</div></div>
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{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable" width="100%" border="0"
! <div align="left"><div style="font-family:Georgia;"><font style="color:#000000;" size="2"> '''[[Ludivine Goultard]]'''</font> '''(''' Status Icons Go Here ''')''' - '''Lady Jancis'''</div></div>
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{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable" width="100%" border="0"
! <div align="left"><div style="font-family:Georgia;"><font style="color:#000000;" size="2"> '''[[Meloida D'janz]]'''</font> '''(''' Status Icons Go Here ''')''' - '''Lady Jancis'''</div></div>
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{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable" width="100%" border="0"
! <div align="left"><div style="font-family:Georgia;"><font style="color:#000000;" size="2"> '''[[Mouse Wytchwood]]'''</font> '''(''' Status Icons Go Here ''')''' - '''Lady Jancis'''</div></div>
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| <div style="font-size:11px; font-family:Georgia">Text, text, text, text.</div>
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{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable" width="100%" border="0"
! <div align="left"><div style="font-family:Georgia;"><font style="color:#000000;" size="2"> '''[[Nanapo Napo]]'''</font> '''(''' Status Icons Go Here ''')''' - '''Title Given By Character Goes Here'''</div></div>
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{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable" width="100%" border="0"
! <div align="left"><div style="font-family:Georgia;"><font style="color:#000000;" size="2"> '''[[Orrian Servais]]'''</font> '''(''' Status Icons Go Here ''')''' - '''Title Given By Character Goes Here'''</div></div>
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{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable" width="100%" border="0"
! <div align="left"><div style="font-family:Georgia;"><font style="color:#000000;" size="2"> '''[[Simi Jinkjahl]]'''</font> '''(''' Relationship Icons Go Here ''')''' - '''Curator, Mama Simi'''</div></div>
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{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable" width="100%" border="0"
! <div align="left"><div style="font-family:Georgia;"><font style="color:#000000;" size="2"> '''[[Toff Vaughn]]'''</font> '''(''' Status Icons Go Here ''')''' - '''Lady Jancis'''</div></div>
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{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable" width="100%" border="0"
! <div align="left"><div style="font-family:Georgia;"><font style="color:#000000;" size="2"> '''[[Vasque Desmarais]]'''</font> '''(''' Status Icons Go Here ''')''' - '''Title Given By Character Goes Here'''</div></div>
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{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable" width="100%" border="0"
! <div align="left"><div style="font-family:Georgia;"><font style="color:#000000;" size="2"> '''[[Xelra Jinkjahl]]'''</font> '''(''' Status Icons Go Here ''')''' - '''Title Given By Character Goes Here'''</div></div>
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{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable" width="100%" border="0"
! <div align="left"><div style="font-family:Georgia;"><font style="color:#000000;" size="2"> '''[[Yuki Kurenai]]'''</font> '''(''' Status Icons Go Here ''')''' - '''Title Given By Character Goes Here'''</div></div>
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<div style="padding:10px 25px; background: #79ae6b; color:#ffffff;font-family:Georgia;font-size:12px;text-shadow: 1px 1px 1px black"><b><center>Acquaintances</center></b></div>

{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable" width="100%" border="0"
! <div align="left"><div style="font-family:Georgia;"><font style="color:#000000;" size="2"> '''[[Coatleque Crofte]]'''</font> '''(''' Status Icons Go Here ''')''' - '''Lady Jancis'''</div></div>
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{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable" width="100%" border="0"
! <div align="left"><div style="font-family:Georgia;"><font style="color:#000000;" size="2"> '''[[Gus Pumpkinweed]]'''</font> '''(''' Status Icons Go Here ''')''' - '''Lady Jancis'''</div></div>
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{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable" width="100%" border="0"
! <div align="left"><div style="font-family:Georgia;"><font style="color:#000000;" size="2"> '''[[Jancis Milburga]]'''</font> '''(''' Status Icons Go Here ''')''' - '''Lady Jancis'''</div></div>
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{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable" width="100%" border="0"
! <div align="left"><div style="font-family:Georgia;"><font style="color:#000000;" size="2"> '''[[Kale Aideron]]'''</font> '''(''' Status Icons Go Here ''')''' - '''Lady Jancis'''</div></div>
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{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable" width="100%" border="0"
! <div align="left"><div style="font-family:Georgia;"><font style="color:#000000;" size="2"> '''[[Kanaria Melkire]]'''</font> '''(''' Status Icons Go Here ''')''' - '''Title Given By Character Goes Here'''</div></div>
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{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable" width="100%" border="0"
! <div align="left"><div style="font-family:Georgia;"><font style="color:#000000;" size="2"> '''[[Kiht Jakkya]]'''</font> '''(''' Status Icons Go Here ''')''' - '''Lady Jancis'''</div></div>
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{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable" width="100%" border="0"
! <div align="left"><div style="font-family:Georgia;"><font style="color:#000000;" size="2"> '''[[Madoc Parnell]]'''</font> '''(''' Status Icons Go Here ''')''' - '''Title Given By Character Goes Here'''</div></div>
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{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable" width="100%" border="0"
! <div align="left"><div style="font-family:Georgia;"><font style="color:#000000;" size="2"> '''[[Osric Melkire]]'''</font> '''(''' Status Icons Go Here ''')''' - '''Title Given By Character Goes Here'''</div></div>
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{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable" width="100%" border="0"
! <div align="left"><div style="font-family:Georgia;"><font style="color:#000000;" size="2"> '''[[U'zhan Ashblood]]'''</font> '''(''' Status Icons Go Here ''')''' - '''Title Given By Character Goes Here'''</div></div>
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{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable" width="100%" border="0"
! <div align="left"><div style="font-family:Georgia;"><font style="color:#000000;" size="2"> '''[[Virara Wakuwa]]'''</font> '''(''' Status Icons Go Here ''')''' - '''Title Given By Character Goes Here'''</div></div>
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<div style="padding:10px 25px; background: #79ae6b; color:#ffffff;font-family:Georgia;font-size:12px;text-shadow: 1px 1px 1px black"><b><center>Enemies and Sources of Dislike</center></b></div>

{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable" width="100%" border="0"
! <div align="left"><div style="font-family:Georgia;"><font style="color:#000000;" size="2"> '''[[Atreus del Alumet]]'''</font> '''(''' Status Icons Go Here ''')''' - '''Title Given By Character Goes Here'''</div></div>
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{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable" width="100%" border="0"
! <div align="left"><div style="font-family:Georgia;"><font style="color:#000000;" size="2"> '''[[T'shina Vashka]]'''</font> '''(''' Status Icons Go Here ''')''' - '''Title Given By Character Goes Here'''</div></div>
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{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable" width="100%" border="0"
! <div align="left"><div style="font-family:Georgia;"><font style="color:#000000;" size="2"> '''[[Zaiaku Kurai]]'''</font> '''(''' Status Icons Go Here ''')''' - '''That Bastard'''</div></div>
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</tr></table>
=Rumors=
<center><div style="font-family:tahoma;font-weight:bold;font-size: 14px;letter-spacing:0.2em;padding-left:10px;background-color:#78ac6f;color:white;padding-bottom:0.1em;padding-top:0.1em;border-radius:0px;">Rumors</div></center>
<div align=center><div style="padding: 7px 4px;font-size:11px; color:#585350;font-family:Georgia;">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>
<table style="position:center;" width="100%">
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<td style="vertical-align: top;width:50%;padding-right:10px; font-size:9pt;font-family:Helvetica;"><h3><span class="mw-headline">
<center><div style="font-family:tahoma;font-weight:bold;font-size: 14px;letter-spacing:0.2em;padding-left:10px;background-color:#a9d8a6;color:white;padding-bottom:0.1em;padding-top:0.1em;border-radius:0px;">NPC</div></center></span></h3>
<div align=center><div style="font-family:Georgia; color:#ffffff">.</div></div>

<div style="padding:10px 25px; background: #79ae6b; color:#ffffff;font-family:Georgia;font-size:12px;text-shadow: 1px 1px 1px black"><b>◢ Common Rumors - </b>''Easily overheard. Use these freely!''</div>

: <div style="font-family:Georgia;"><font style="color:#b3aba6;" size="2">■</font> "Text, text, text, text."</div>
: <div style="font-family:Georgia;"><font style="color:#b3aba6;" size="2">■</font> "Text, text, text, text."</div>

<div style="padding:10px 25px; background: #6ba45b; color:#ffffff;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:#948d8a;" size="2">■</font> "Text, text, text, text."</div>
: <div style="font-family:Georgia;"><font style="color:#948d8a;" size="2">■</font> "Text, text, text, text."</div>

<div style="padding:10px 25px; background: #609451; color:#ffffff;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:#706b68;" size="2">■</font> "Text, text, text, text."</div>
: <div style="font-family:Georgia;"><font style="color:#706b68;" size="2">■</font> “Text, text, text, text.”</div>

<td style="vertical-align: top;width:50%;padding-right:10px; font-size:9pt;font-family:Helvetica;"><h3><span class="mw-headline">
<center><div style="font-family:tahoma;font-weight:bold;font-size: 14px;letter-spacing:0.2em;padding-left:10px;background-color:#a9d8a6;color:white;padding-bottom:0.1em;padding-top:0.1em;border-radius:0px;">PC</div></center></span></h3>
<div align=center><div style="font-family:Georgia; color:#ffffff">.</div></div>
<div style="padding:10px 25px; background: #609451; color:#ffffff;font-family:Georgia;font-size:12px;text-shadow: 1px 1px 1px black"><b>◢ Player Character Rumors -</b> ''Feel free to add rumors of your own!''</div>

: <div style="font-family:Georgia;"><font style="color:#706b68;" size="2">■</font> "Rumor Goes Here" [[Name Goes Here]]</div>

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= Stories =

<div align=center><div style="font-family:tahoma;font-weight:bold;font-size: 14px;letter-spacing:0.2em;padding-left:10px;background-color:#78ac6f;color:white;padding-bottom:0.1em;padding-top:0.1em;border-radius:0px;">Stories</div></div>
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<div align=left><div style="font-family:Georgia;font-size:11px;">Text, text, text, text.</div></div>
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<td style="vertical-align: top;width:33%;padding-right:10px; font-size:12px; color:#585350;font-family:Georgia;">
: ''[Link goes here. Name for link goes here.]''
:: <small>Context: Text, text, text, text.</small>

: ''[Link goes here. Name for link goes here.]''
:: <small>Context: Text, text, text, text.</small>

: ''[Link goes here. Name for link goes here.]''
:: <small>Context: Text, text, text, text.</small>

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<td style="vertical-align: top;width:33%;padding-right:10px; font-size:12px; color:#585350;font-family:Georgia;">

: ''[Link goes here. Name for link goes here.]''
:: <small>Context: Text, text, text, text.</small>

: ''[Link goes here. Name for link goes here.]''
:: <small>Context: Text, text, text, text.</small>

: ''[Link goes here. Name for link goes here.]''
:: <small>Context: Text, text, text, text.</small>

</td>
<td style="vertical-align: top;width:33%;padding-right:10px; font-size:12px; color:#585350;font-family:Georgia;">

: ''[Link goes here. Name for link goes here.]''
:: <small>Context: Text, text, text, text.</small>

: ''[Link goes here. Name for link goes here.]''
:: <small>Context: Text, text, text, text.</small>

: ''[Link goes here. Name for link goes here.]''
:: <small>Context: Text, text, text, text.</small>

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</tr>
</table>

=Music=
<div align=center><div style="font-family:tahoma;font-weight:bold;font-size: 14px;letter-spacing:0.2em;padding-left:10px;background-color:#78ac6f;color:white;padding-bottom:0.1em;padding-top:0.1em;border-radius:0px;">Music</div></div>
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<div align=left><div style="font-family:Georgia;font-size:11px;">Various musical pieces describing points in Lili's life, her children, her lost loves, and her journey.</div></div>
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<td style="vertical-align: top;width:33%;padding-right:10px; font-size:12px; color:#585350;font-family:Georgia;">

{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable" width="100%" border="0" style="vertical-align: middle; text-align: left;"
! <div style="font-size:12px" text-align: "left">[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dsWDUvuF0Xc Wish That You Were Here] - Florence+The Machine</div>
|-
| <div style="font-size:11px; font-family:Arial">
: <center>'''Being a widow not once, but twice.'''</center>

: ''And now I'm reaching out with every note I sing''
: ''And I hope it gets to you on some pacific wind''
: ''Wraps itself around you and whispers in your ear''
: ''Tells you that I miss you and I wish that you were here...''</div>
|}

{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable" width="100%" border="0" style="vertical-align: middle; text-align: left;"
! <div style="font-size:12px" text-align: "left">[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nYGnB28fdDo A Mother's Prayer] - Celine Dion</div>
|-
| <div style="font-size:11px; font-family:Arial">
: <center>'''For the daughter she lost, the daughter she gained, and the daughter she wishes to save.'''</center>

: ''Every mother's prayer''
: ''Every child knows''
: ''Lead her to a place''
: ''Guide her with your grace''
: ''To a place where she'll be safe...''</div>
|}

{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable" width="100%" border="0" style="vertical-align: middle; text-align: left;"
! <div style="font-size:12px" text-align: "left">[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S7yZSsngT_c You'll Be In My Heart] - Piano Cover</div>
|-
| <div style="font-size:11px; font-family:Arial">
: <center>'''An instrumental piece for all those she's lost.'''</center>

</div>
|}

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<td style="vertical-align: top;width:33%;padding-right:10px; font-size:12px; color:#585350;font-family:Georgia;">

{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable" width="100%" border="0" style="vertical-align: middle; text-align: left;"
! <div style="font-size:12px" text-align: "left">[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8MPD5Z2u-pY The Sound of Silence] - Disturbed</div>
|-
| <div style="font-size:11px; font-family:Arial">
: <center>'''The experience Lili had in Ishgard that changed her life and the life of her family forever.'''</center>

: ''And the people bowed and prayed''
: ''To the neon God they made''
: ''And the sign flashed out its warning''
: ''And the words that it was forming...''</div>
|}

{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable" width="100%" border="0" style="vertical-align: middle; text-align: left;"
! <div style="font-size:12px" text-align: "left">[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M7uM-scjyLw Touch the Sky] - Julie Fowlis</div>
|-
| <div style="font-size:11px; font-family:Arial">
: <center>'''A childhood, happy and blessed with love.'''</center>

: ''I will ride, I will fly''
: ''Chase the wind and touch the sky''
: ''I will fly''
: ''Chase the wind and touch the sky...''</div>
|}

{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable" width="100%" border="0" style="vertical-align: middle; text-align: left;"
! <div style="font-size:12px" text-align: "left">[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_6o8Sji6E9Q Boats and Birds] - Gregory and the Hawk</div>
|-
| <div style="font-size:11px; font-family:Arial">
: <center>'''A lullaby often sang to her children.'''</center>

: ''If you'll be my star''
: ''I'll be your sky''
: ''You can hide underneath me and come out at night''
: ''When I turn jet black''
: ''And you show off your light''
: ''I live to let you shine...''</div>
|}

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<td style="vertical-align: top;width:33%;padding-right:10px; font-size:12px; color:#585350;font-family:Georgia;">

{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable" width="100%" border="0" style="vertical-align: middle; text-align: left;"
! <div style="font-size:12px" text-align: "left">[https://youtu.be/dc1XyDsZuDU?t=52s Hide and Seek] - Namie Amuro</div>
|-
| <div style="font-size:11px; font-family:Arial">
: <center>'''A song that helps capture some of the energy when Lili fights.'''</center>
</div>
|}

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=OOC=
<div align=center><div style="font-family:tahoma;font-weight:bold;font-size: 14px;letter-spacing:0.2em;padding-left:10px;background-color:#78ac6f;color:white;padding-bottom:0.1em;padding-top:0.1em;border-radius:0px;">OOC</div></div>
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<div style="font-family:tahoma;font-weight:bold;font-size: 14px;letter-spacing:0.2em;padding-left:10px;background-color:#a9d8a6;color:white;padding-bottom:0.1em;padding-top:0.1em;border-radius:0px;"><center>'''OOC INFORMATION'''</center></div></h3>
<div align=justify><div style="padding:0px 10px; font-size:16px;color:#84ae87;font-family:Georgia;text-shadow: 1px 1px 1px silver;">'''Personal RP Limits'''</div></div>
<div align=justify><div style="padding:5px 15px;font-family:Georgia;">'' '' </div></div>
:<div align=justify><div style="padding:5px 15px;font-family:Georgia;">■ '''''I will play''' ''mature content and themes (violence, sexuality, drug / alcohol use) as long as they're logical in a plot-driven encounter. Coarse and excessive language. Temporary injury and incapacitation. Temporary imprisonment. Most walk-up encounters.'' </div></div>
:<div align=justify><div style="padding:5px 15px;font-family:Georgia;">■ '''''Ask about''' long-term and/or permanent injury and disfigurement. Long-term captivity or imprisonment.''</div></div>
:<div align=justify><div style="padding:5px 15px;font-family:Georgia;">■ '''''I won't play''' permanent character death or rape plots.''</div></div>

<div align=justify><div style="padding:0px 10px; font-size:16px;color:#84ae87;font-family:Georgia;text-shadow: 1px 1px 1px silver;">'''Disclaimer'''</div></div>
:<div align=justify><div style="padding:5px 15px;font-family:Georgia;">■ ''If an aspect of RP makes you uncomfortable in a scene we're playing, please send me a /tell, letting me know. Communication is very important, more important than potentially keeping immersion.''</div></div>

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<div style="font-family:tahoma;font-weight:bold;font-size: 14px;letter-spacing:0.2em;padding-left:10px;background-color:#a9d8a6;color:white;padding-bottom:0.1em;padding-top:0.1em;border-radius:0px;"><center>'''CHARACTER TIDBITS'''</center></div></span></h3>
<div align=justify><div style="padding:0px 10px; font-size:16px;color:#84ae87;font-family:Georgia;text-shadow: 1px 1px 1px silver;">'''Links Out'''</div></div>
<div align=justify><div style="padding:5px 15px;font-family:Georgia;">''Links that lead off the wiki, but are technically relevant to the character.''</div></div>
:<div align=justify><div style="padding:5px 15px;font-family:Georgia;">■ ''Text, text, text, text.''</div></div>
:<div align=justify><div style="padding:5px 15px;font-family:Georgia;">■ ''Text, text, text, text.''</div></div>

<div align=justify><div style="padding:0px 10px; font-size:16px;color:#84ae87;font-family:Georgia;text-shadow: 1px 1px 1px silver;">'''Potential Plot Hooks'''</div></div>
<div align=justify><div style="padding:5px 15px;font-family:Georgia;">'' ''</div></div>
:<div align=justify><div style="padding:5px 15px;font-family:Georgia;">■ ''Text, text, text, text.''</div></div>
:<div align=justify><div style="padding:5px 15px;font-family:Georgia;">■ ''Text, text, text, text.''</div></div>
:<div align=justify><div style="padding:5px 15px;font-family:Georgia;">■ ''Text, text, text, text.''</div></div>

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=Credit=
<div align=center><div style="font-family:tahoma;font-weight:bold;font-size: 14px;letter-spacing:0.2em;padding-left:10px;background-color:#78ac6f;color:white;padding-bottom:0.1em;padding-top:0.1em;border-radius:0px;">Credit</div></div>
Thank you all for letting me use/alter your codes. If it weren't for you my wiki would not look how it does.

::■ Template was created by [[Bancroft Gairn]].
::■ Adapted by [[Xheja Rajhera]].
::■ Backround and headers [[Atreus del Alumet]].
::■ Tabs by [[Unnamed Mercenary]].
::■ Expanded bits and relationship color keys by [[Lucaell Tareth'eian]].
::■ Music and OOC notes by [[Glioca Sargonnai]].
::■ Mashing everything together like a mad scientist [[D'lyhhia Lhuil]].
::■ Recoloring done by [[Lilithium Rinannis Altair]].

<b>Please remember to credit everyone when using this wiki. Thank you.</b>
<headertabs /><br>
<div style="background:#79af72;valign:left;border-radius:0px;padding:10px 0px;">
<div align=center><div style="font-size:12px;letter-spacing:0.75em;color:#f0f5ef;font-family:Georgia;text-shadow: 1px 1px 5px silver">And you'll be in my heart...</div></div>
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[[Category:Player Character]]

RPC Library:Special thanks

2016-10-20T00:49:37Z

FreelanceWizard: Adding a new patron! Thank you!

The RPC would like to give special thanks to the following people, whose generous [https://www.patreon.com/freelancewizard pledges of financial support] help keep the RPC going.
<center>
{| class="sortable wikitable center" style="width:50%"
|+ Special thanks
|-
! RPC username
! Character
|-
| C'kayah Polaali
|
|-
| Aya
| [[Aya Foxheart]]
|-
| allgivenover
| [[Kurenai Nagi]]
|-
| ☆Flynt Reddard☆
| [[Flynt Reddard]]
|-
| Gegenji
| [[Chachanji Gegenji]]
|-
| Ilwe'ran
| [[Ilwe'ran Hlaiwa]]
|-
| Menelwen
|
|-
| Sastra
|
|-
| Unnamed Mercenary
| [[Unnamed Mercenary]]
|-
| Star Lin
|
|-
| Warren Castille
| [[Warren Castille]]
|-
| Nako'li Chalahko
| [[Nako'li Chalahko]]
|-
| Bryn
| [[Brynhilde Wulf]]
|-
| Natalie Mcbeef
| [[Evangeline Primrose]]
|-
| Abelia Kir Armiger
| [[Abagail Graves]]
|-
| SessionZero
|
|-
| Black Hat
|
|-
| Manasas Reed
|
|-
| Barnabaix Haurtfelle
| [[Barnabaix Haurtfelle]]
|-
| ArmachiA
|
|-
| Apl_Juice
|
|-
| Domri Blackblade
|
|-
| Aldotsk
|
|-
| Gharen
|
|-
| Kestrael
|
|-
| DoomsdayClock
| [[Lho'a Garanjy]]
|-
| Trigonxv
|
|-
| Reiner Dorn
|
|-
| Dante Abigor
|
|-
| Nicholas Graveshire
|
|-
| Capheira
| [[Odette Saoirse]]
|-
| Lady Krist
| [[Okhi Lyehga]]
|-
| Roen
| [[Roen Deneith]]
|-
| Lililove
| [[Lilithium Rinannis Altair]]
|-
|}
</center>

[[Category:Administrative]]

RPC Library:Special thanks

2016-10-05T11:58:42Z

FreelanceWizard: change per user request

The RPC would like to give special thanks to the following people, whose generous [https://www.patreon.com/freelancewizard pledges of financial support] help keep the RPC going.
<center>
{| class="sortable wikitable center" style="width:50%"
|+ Special thanks
|-
! RPC username
! Character
|-
| C'kayah Polaali
|
|-
| Aya
| [[Aya Foxheart]]
|-
| allgivenover
| [[Kurenai Nagi]]
|-
| ☆Flynt Reddard☆
| [[Flynt Reddard]]
|-
| Gegenji
| [[Chachanji Gegenji]]
|-
| Ilwe'ran
| [[Ilwe'ran Hlaiwa]]
|-
| Menelwen
|
|-
| Sastra
|
|-
| Unnamed Mercenary
| [[Unnamed Mercenary]]
|-
| Star Lin
|
|-
| Warren Castille
| [[Warren Castille]]
|-
| Nako'li Chalahko
| [[Nako'li Chalahko]]
|-
| Bryn
| [[Brynhilde Wulf]]
|-
| Natalie Mcbeef
| [[Evangeline Primrose]]
|-
| Abelia Kir Armiger
| [[Abagail Graves]]
|-
| SessionZero
|
|-
| Black Hat
|
|-
| Manasas Reed
|
|-
| Barnabaix Haurtfelle
| [[Barnabaix Haurtfelle]]
|-
| ArmachiA
|
|-
| Apl_Juice
|
|-
| Domri Blackblade
|
|-
| Aldotsk
|
|-
| Gharen
|
|-
| Kestrael
|
|-
| DoomsdayClock
| [[Lho'a Garanjy]]
|-
| Trigonxv
|
|-
| Reiner Dorn
|
|-
| Dante Abigor
|
|-
| Nicholas Graveshire
|
|-
| Capheira
| [[Odette Saoirse]]
|-
| Lady Krist
| [[Okhi Lyehga]]
|-
| Roen
| [[Roen Deneith]]
|-
|}
</center>

[[Category:Administrative]]

File:EamontSepia.jpg

2016-04-25T00:56:44Z

FreelanceWizard: Eamont Desormaux in sepia.

Eamont Desormaux in sepia.

Sami Molkoh

2016-04-05T12:36:46Z

FreelanceWizard: Removed protection from "Sami Molkoh": user request

{{Infobox-character
| name = Sami Molkoh
| image = Ffxiv 02282016 152656.png
| caption =
| title =
| gender = Female
| citizenship = Camp Drybone
| race = Miqo'te
| clan = Keeper of the Moon
| stat_1 = Age
| stat_1_value = 23
| stat_4 = Profession
| stat_4_value = Unofficial researcher
| stat_6 = Server
| stat_6_value = Balmung
}}

==Appearance==
Sami is a young Miqo'te with lightly tanned skin, silvery-blue eyes, and russet hair that has been outlined with a fiery orange. She has markings that frame the sides of her face, and often wears very light make-up (which is much more a product of boredom than an attempt to show herself off).
She can be seen in several different outfits depending on where she is, but most often wears a white top paired with black leather jeans and boots. She is also always seen with a green scarf accentuated with a smooth green jewel, no matter the temperature; even if she's wearing a jacket, you can be sure that it's underneath, safe and sound.
==History==
<center>'''<big>Past</big>'''</center><br />

Sami - whose real name is S'amie Malkoh - had a relatively straightforward past until she reached the age of ten, at which point she met the travelling scholars Aya Numi and Agian. Unfamiliar with the land, the silver-haired woman asked Sami's aid in navigating it, and the two grew relatively close over the course of the following year. <br />

At the point of Aya's departure, Sami begged to come along, and Aya agreed to give her a trial, much to Agian's annoyance. Thus began the travels of the three across the land of Eorzea, where Sami was more than happy to help Aya in her studies, despite not knowing the full extent of just what she was researching. Aya helped Sami to train in the art of conjury, which the young Miqo'te found a love for very quickly. Impressed by the young Miqo'te's aptitude for the art, Aya gifted Sami with a silky green scarf that had been accentuated by a smooth green jewel. This scarf seemed to greatly help Sami's skills, so she wore it with pride in their travels. <br />

They picked up another Miqo'te not long after (by the name of W'khael Tia), who Sami immediately became good friends with. Despite being from another clan, Khael and Sami had a surprising amount in common, especially when it came to training, learning, and mercilessly pestering Agian. The four - three, with the begrudging Agian - became a rather close-knit group over the next few years... or so Sami thought. <br />

Just barely prior to the Calamity, Sami felt a disturbance in the surrounding nature, and followed it to where she witnessed something that she has never revealed to another soul. Newly terrified, the 18-year-old Miqo'te ran, and hid in the vastness of the Thanalan desert, doing her best to avoid being found by the Amal'jaa, the animals, and most importantly, her own 'friends'. As she ran, though, she very soon became aware of something looming in the sky: Dalamud, as it made its fateful fall. <br />

Dazed, confused, and injured, Sami made no attempts to find her group in the following days, assuming them all to be dead. She instead holed up in a cavern, using conjury to heal her wounds slowly and as well as she could. Thanks to the power of the scarf that Aya had once given her - the only thing about the young woman that Sami now trusted - she was able to heal herself completely, with perhaps only a few small scars to show for her troubles. <br />

After healing her own wounds, Sami very quickly realized that she couldn't live in the cave alone for much longer, especially with such little available food and water. Wandering out every night, she eventually found her way back to Camp Drybone, where she came across somebody who she had found a friend in not too long past: Okiku Sarayashiki. The young Au Ra, having just lost a close friend, was more than happy to have the company, and the two set up in Camp Drybone, where Sami offered her conjury services to those passing through so that she may continue her research without the aid of her previous group. Okiku, at the age of 14, mistook the name 'S'amie Malkoh' to be the easier 'Sami Molkoh', and would always spell it as such, leading the Miqo'te herself to begin using the nickname as her real name. <br />

The two lived in Drybone for years, until 19-year-old Okiku finally was able to get back into Ishgard again, where she now regularly travels. Occasionally, Sami will come with her on these trips, but never for more than a few days at a Time. Otherwise, she'll stay at Drybone on her own, where she continues her research to this day, on arcanima, Eorzea, and a much more unexpected topic... <br />

<center><big>'''Present'''</big></center><br />
Recently, Sami and Okiku have joined the Maelstrom's 81st Levy. Sami, after settling in, has started lending her conjury abilities to the group in what ways she can.

==Personality==
Sami is a very peppy, well-spoken Miqo'te with a penchant for conjury, though one wouldn't know it by looking at her. She's often very friendly to anybody - anybody - who she meets, though a bit of careful attention would reveal that she's not so quick to trust anybody.<br />

Sami has a great love for knowledge and, specifically, the summoning of carbuncles; she's likely to spend more Time talking to an arcanist's pet than the actual person. In fact, animals typically garner her interest very quickly, as does any part of nature itself.<br />

Despite her happy-go-lucky nature, Sami isn't interested only in the power of friendship and love; if you were to bring up something regarding the dark arts, she'd be completely rapt, though it's obvious that she herself has no wish to dabble in such arts.<br />

Because of her neve rending search for knowledge, though, she's quick to disregard danger, so watch out; following her anywhere will often end in some sort of encounter, or at the very least, a few annoyed squirrels.

''''ALSO SHES RELLY FUCKING MEAN TO HER BEST FRIEND''''

==Affiliations and Known Associates==
<center> <font style="color:#F02311;" size="3">♥</font> Romantic Interest <font style="color:#000000;" size="3">♥</font> Sexual Desire <font style="color:#FA70BC;" size="3">♥</font> Platonic Love <font style="color:#33ff22;" size="3">●</font> Good Standing <font style="color:#8f8377;" size="3">●</font> Neutral Standing <font style="color:#C24640;" size="3">●</font> Poor Standing <font style="color:#000000;" size="5">†</font> Deceased </center><br />
*<font style="color:#33ff22;" size="3">●</font> '''(PC) [[Okiku Sarayashiki]]:''' After the Calamity, Sami soon ran into the young Au Ra, Okiku. With the former only barely recovered from injuries and the latter having lost a friend during Dalamud's Fall, they formed a quick friendship, and both ran to recover in the nearby Camp Drybone. Over the next five years, the two have aided each other in their own endeavors. Currently, Okiku travels back and forth between Camp Drybone and Ishgard, where she has decided to settle her primary residence. Sami will come with her on occasion, but only very rarely.
<br />
*<font style="color:#C24640;" size="3">●</font> '''(PC) [[Aya Numi]]:''' At the age of 10, Sami first met the magenta-eyed scholar Aya Numi. The two quickly became good friends - or at least, Sami thought so - as Sami helped Aya to better understand the layout of the land. Not long after this, Sami tagged along on Aya's adventures, following her all over Eorzea... until an unforseen circumstance led to the young Miqo'te fleeing her friend in fear. Since then, Sami has not heard one word from the silver-haired young woman, and despite feigning sadness at the loss of such a friend, one could very easily catch the glimmer of relief in Sami's eyes if they were to ask about the woman's disappearance.
<br />
*<font style="color:#FA70BC;" size="3">♥</font> '''(PC) W'khael Tia:''' Khael joined Aya Numi's travelling research group not very long after Sami did. As he was the exact same age as her - and, not to mention, also a Miqo'te - the two became uncannily good friends. Khael was very protective of the young girl, especially around anything that he deemed dangerous, and he was more than happy to assist her conjury training with his own personal training. Bearing the same eyes and russet fur as Sami, the two could easily have been mistaken for siblings, had they not been from different tribes. When he was lost during the Calamity, he was the only one over whom Sami legitimately cried.
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*<font style="color:#C24640;" size="3">●</font> '''(Non-PC) Agian:''' A thaumaturge of unknown power, Agian's past is just as much a mystery as Aya's. Bearing a strikingly similar color of silver hair to the woman, however, Sami had always assumed the two to be related. Agian always seemed to be bothered by Sami's presence, though he tolerated her... until Aya accepted her into the group. He then treated her as though she wasn't really there, though her innocence did seem to break through to him on one or two occasions, as he would occasionally step in to correct her conjury forms. His whereabouts and status are, as with Aya and W'khael, unknown, and he is assumed to be deceased. ((And before you ask, yes, his name stems from the mistyping of the word 'again', but we're going to ignore that.))
==Characteristics==
* '''Nicknames''': Sami Molkoh
* '''Age''': 23
** '''Nameday''': Unknown
* '''Gender''': Female
** '''Sexuality''': Unknown
* '''Alignment''': Lawful Good
* '''Hair''': Russet
* '''Eyes''': Silvery blue
* '''Skin''': Light tan; despite residing dominantly in Thanalan, she is indoors 99% of the Time.
* '''Clothing''': Her style changes based on her surroundings, but you'll often catch her in a white top with black leather pants.

===Likes===
* Animals
* Nature
* Knowledge
* Friendly people
* Arcanima
* Honesty, above all else

===Dislikes===
* Dishonesty
* People who talk down to her
* Anyone/thing that hurts nature
* Overly strict commands/rules
* Those who indulge in the Darkness
* Yarzons, oh gods why do those exist

===Strengths===
* Her conjury
* Her use of arcanima
* Her knowledge
* Her ability to be charming to most people
* Her very approachable demeanor
* Her ability to follow orders

===Weaknesses===
* Her dislike of anything ''too'' strict
* Her penchant for wandering into danger in the pursuit of knowledge
* Her innocent demeanor; she is not overly naive, but her hope that all people have good in them can easily lead her into dangerous situations

==Other Notes==
===Religion===
Sami is not very religious herself, though a few questions would reveal that she very much believes in the existence of gods, as well as good and evil. She has no main patron deity who she prays to above all else, though Okiku's travels around Ishgard have left her referencing Halone more often than the other gods.
===Quirks===
* If you have a pet, arcanima or otherwise, she'll probably greet it before she greets you.
* She gets annoyed if somebody blatantly disregards nature, so watch out if you smash into something (She'll probably easily borrow a certain character's line of 'Don't step on the flowers!').
* Despite being mainly a conjurer, if you were to offer information about any sort of dark art, expect her to become immediately interested. She herself wouldn't dabble in such arts, but will lap up any information given on it.

===Known Haunts===
You might have run into or otherwise know Sami from:

* The Coffer and Coffin
* Anywhere around Drybone (both the Camp and the area)
* Ul'dah, and particularly The Quicksand (what better place to find new stories?)

==Gallery==
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File:Sami's bug.JPG|Sami is mean
File:Sami spring.JPG|Sami is super mean
File:Sami spring 2.JPG|Sami is wearing a creepy demon mask, shes also super mean.

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==OOC Notes==
I play on Balmung as Sami Molkoh (an accidental typo that I'm too lazy to change, so I worked it into her storyline), and am on quite often. If you ever want to roleplay for any reason - perhaps you have some dark knowledge that you're dying to share, or you just need another friend - feel free to message me!
As it stands, Sami is not currently looking for a relationship (but we'll see what happens, now that she's rping with more people!) and I don't ERP with her, so apologies for that. But if it's for anything else, message me any Time at all!

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Josario Adrial

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=General=
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| gender = Cis Male
| citizenship = Limsa Lominsa
| race = Elezen
| clan = Duskwight
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| stat_2 = Deity
| stat_2_value = Menphina, The Lover
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: Josario Adrial, or sometimes, much to his annoyance, known as Jojo, was born on the 25th Sun of the 1st Astral Moon. He is a tall Elezen of the Duskwight clan, hailing from Ishgard. He now travels across Eorzea trying to find a life for himself and put his skills to use.

: Although he has no place he specifically calls "home", he is more often than not found in Limsa Lominsa. He helps the Maelstrom Grand Company with their artillery and machines aboard their ships and such. He would like to consider himself neutral between each Grand Company, but Maelstrom holds a special place in his heart. Josario has never officially declared himself part of the Company, however.

Regardless of his talent in machinery, his greatest talents lie in the art of Magic. He's a skilled Arcanist and Summoner. He has a strong affinity for ancient texts and deciphering powerful spells.

==== <span style="font-size:larger;">''<span style="font-size:medium;"><span style="font-size:small;">Your Character's Inventory</span></span>''</span> ====

: Josario carries his wrenches and other equipment within his messenger bag he often hangs over his shoulder. Along with his tools, he also carries his personal carbine. At his side is his Copy of The Book of Spades.

=Appearance=
'''Height:''' 6 fulms 2 ilms

'''Weight:''' 232 ponz

'''Complexion: ''' He has pale gray skin littered with freckles and bruises. Across his face is a scar extending from his forehead to the bottom-right edge of his chin.

'''Hair: ''' His hair is naturally black, although after he left Ishgard, he had fully dyed it a light green and let it grow out. Currently, he has let the dye wash out and cut it short. His still-green bangs hang over his right eye.

'''Eyes: ''' His eyes are light blue

'''Face: ''' Across his face is a scar extending from his forehead to the bottom-right edge of his chin. His cheekbones are strong, while his cheeks are covered in dark freckles.

'''Body: ''' Like most Elezen, Josario is tall with long and lanky limbs. His arms are quite toned along with his upper body. In contrast, his lower body and legs are slightly less muscular.
=Behavior=
: Josario is cold, mature and logical at first. He sometimes strays from the truth if he fears it may hurt anyone in any way, and distances himself from people. He tries to blend into a crowd and does not speak up much around strangers. He finds it best to be forgotten and derives comfort from tranquil spaces. He is quite introverted and dislikes crowds. If you're not close to him, you may learn his name, but nothing more. He will rarely allow anyone to get close to him. He has a dry sense of humor and is extremely uptight.

: If you happen to get close to him, he has quite a comforting personality. He's always willing to lend a helping hand to his friends and is very touchy-feely. He turns into almost a big-brother type and looks out for his friends. Although his clinging may get annoying at times.

=== <span style="font-size:medium;">'''''<u>Flaws</u>'''''</span> ===
: <font style="color:#98FB98;" size="1">■</font> He fears hurting people emotionally and makes up lies as his way of protecting some
: <font style="color:#98FB98;" size="1">■</font> He can often let his emotions get ahead of him
: <font style="color:#98FB98;" size="1">■</font> He has a hard time working with others he does not know

=== <span style="font-size:medium;">'''''<u>Fears</u>'''''</span> ===
: <font style="color:#98FB98;" size="1">■</font> Being "found" by his family
: <font style="color:#98FB98;" size="1">■</font> Attention from strangers
: <font style="color:#98FB98;" size="1">■</font> Losing sight of himself

=== <span style="font-size:medium;">'''''<u>Talents</u>'''''</span> ===
: <font style="color:#98FB98;" size="1">■</font> Fixing, Tinkering and Upgrading Machines
: <font style="color:#98FB98;" size="1">■</font> Drawing and Writing
: <font style="color:#98FB98;" size="1">■</font> Deciphering Ancient Texts

===Preferences===

=== '''''<u><span style="font-size:medium;">Hobbies</span></u>''''' ===
: <font style="color:#98FB98;" size="1">■</font> Drawing
: <font style="color:#98FB98;" size="1">■</font> Writing Poetry
: <font style="color:#98FB98;" size="1">■</font> Tinkering with old machinery
: <font style="color:#98FB98;" size="1">■</font> Reading

=== <span style="font-size:medium;"><u>'''''Likes'''''</u></span> ===
: <font style="color:#98FB98;" size="1">■</font> Beautiful people
: <font style="color:#98FB98;" size="1">■</font> Quiet rooms
: <font style="color:#98FB98;" size="1">■</font> Warm days

=== <span style="font-size:medium;">'''''<u>Dislikes</u>'''''</span> ===
: <font style="color:#98FB98;" size="1">■</font> Blood
: <font style="color:#98FB98;" size="1">■</font> Strangers
: <font style="color:#98FB98;" size="1">■</font> Family

=== <span style="font-size:medium;">'''''<u>Favorites</u>'''''</span> ===
: <font style="color:#98FB98;" size="1">■</font> '''Favorite Color:''' Seafoam Green
: <font style="color:#98FB98;" size="1">■</font> '''Favorite Food:''' Scrambled Eggs
: <font style="color:#98FB98;" size="1">■</font> '''Favorite Drink:''' Any Wine, Party Drinks such as Cocktails
: <font style="color:#98FB98;" size="1">■</font> '''Favorite Scent:''' Mint
: <font style="color:#98FB98;" size="1">■</font> '''Favorite Place:''' His "Workshop" (His Inn room)

=Abilities/Skills=

Josario prefers to attack from a distance and send his summons to draw aggro. If without summons, he attacks from a high place with his carbine(s) and aims for instant-hit locations such as the heart or head. He fights with a strategy in mind each time he faces an enemy, whether it be "incapacitate and run" or "kill them in one blow". Although he dislikes the sight of blood, sometimes he has to draw it to survive.

=== '''''<u>Weapons</u>''''' ===
He's incredibly efficient with both his Carbine and Grimoire. Although any other weapons besides his own personal picks would confuse him some. He isn't very flexible when it comes to trading weapons.

=== '''''<u>Magic</u>''''' ===
Josario enjoyed the study of magic from a young age, although his family discouraged it. He chose to study at the Arcanists' guild in Limsa Lominsa after leaving home, and went on to become a proficient Summoner. He focuses himself with black magic over white, feeling as though healing would only go wrong with him at the staff or codex.

=== '''''<u>Crafting</u>''''' ===
Josario has taken an interest in weaving and culinary arts, although he is not very skilled at them.

=Background=

==== <span style="font-size:larger;">''<span style="font-size:medium;"><span style="font-size:small;">Birth and childhood (0-10)</span></span>''</span> ====
: As a young boy, Josario grew up under a wealthy Ishgardian family. However, he rarely saw his parents for a reason he never understood until adulthood. He had a young retainer who kept him out of trouble and took care of him almost without a word. Josario always yearned to see his parents, though. As Josario went out and started making friends, he was eventually bullied out of each friend group for reasons he assumed to be his interest in magic. What really played out was the rumors about his family extending across the Pillars, where he lived, about him being an illegitimate child. As a young boy, he still didn't understand these attacks.

==== <span style="font-size:larger;">''<span style="font-size:medium;"><span style="font-size:small;">Teen Years</span></span>''</span> ====
: As he grew older, he felt he saw his parents less and less. Eventually he was without a single ally in all of Ishgard. His retainer continued to care for him without a word of praise or punishment. He eventually learned to care for himself around the age of 15. At that point in time, he found more of a home at the Skysteel Manufactory. He discovered a knack for tinkering and blueprint-reading there. He was offered a job as a junior Machinist, which he accepting whole-heartedly. The rumors of his birth were lost to him until the age of 17, where he ran into his mother in his house's foyer. Much to his fear, she mistook him for a servant boy and asked him his name.
He was wounded and confused by that encounter.

==== <span style="font-size:larger;">''<span style="font-size:medium;"><span style="font-size:small;">Adulthood</span></span>''</span> ====
: At the age of 18, when he officially assumed himself as an Adult, he dismissed his aging retainer and became his own person. He found a new strength in himself derived from his loneliness and experienced hardships. He made quite a few new friends at the Skysteel Manufactory, but mostly worked on personal projects and tampered with his own weapons. He'd preform chores, but mostly nothing he didn't benefit from. One evening when he returned late after finishing up some tasks for his guild mates, he was almost immediately greeted with an attack from his family's servants. Thrown to the ground, he was met with the stern face of his father and the terrified one of his mother. Looking his father in the eyes, he saw only pain. His father absolutely recognized him, but didn't give way to the slightest hint he did. His mother, on the other hand, had no idea. Thrown on to the street, Josario was proclaimed a robber who tried to harm the gracious family of Adrial. With that, he left Ishgard and fled for a new place to call home. The truth of his birth was never known to him.

=Relationships=
: <center><font style="color:#cc0000" size="3"> 💑 </font> In a Relationship <font style="color:#F02311;" size="3">♥</font> Romantic Interest <font style="color:#000000;" size="3">♥</font> Sexual Desire <font style="color:#FA70BC;" size="3">♥</font> Platonic Love <font style="color:#007fff;" size="3">♥</font> Family <font style="color:#9EC60B;" size="3">●</font> Good Standing <font style="color:#8f8377;" size="3">●</font> Neutral <font style="color:#C24640;" size="3">●</font> Poor Standing <font style="color:#000000" size="3"> ☠ </font>Deceased</center>

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<font style="color:#007fff;" size="3">♥</font><font style="color:#C24640;" size="3">●</font> '''Illigen Adrial:''' ''Josario's birth father and the father he knew while living in Ishgard. The man who cast him out of his own home at 18. An elderly Duskwight Elezen.''
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<font style="color:#007fff;" size="3">♥</font><font style="color:#C24640;" size="3">●</font> '''Villia Adrial:''' ''Josario's adoptive mother and the mother he lived with in Ishgard. The woman who mistook him for a servant at 17. An aged Wildwood Elezen.''
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<font style="color:#007fff;" size="3">♥</font><font style="color:#8f8377;" size="3">●</font> '''Minna:''' ''Josario's birth mother whom he never met. A beautiful Duskwight Elezen.''

=Notable Events=

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(1/25/1551-1570) ''Ishgard''

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''' 1/25/1551 ''' - ''Josario Adrial is born of Illigen Adrial and Minna. Illigen takes him to Ishgard where he would be brought up a noble after Minnia goes missing.''

''' 3/14/1566 ''' - ''Josario joins the Skysteel Manufactory and begins work as a Machinist.''

''' 6/20/1568 ''' - ''Josario meets his adoptive mother, Villia in the foyer for the first time.''

''' 1/25/1570 ''' - ''Josario is banished from his home and leaves for Limsa Lominsa.''
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(1/25/1570 - Ongoing) ''The Rest''

('''Status:''' Ongoing) ('''Who was Involved:''' Josario Adrial )
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''' 1/25/1570 ''' - ''Josario is banished from his home and leaves for Limsa Lominsa.''

''' 8/4/1572 ''' - ''Josario settles in Limsa Lominsa and finds a place in the Arcanists' Guild.''

''' 10/11/1572 ''' - ''Josario finds work under the Grand Company of Maelstrom.''
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=OOC=

===What I am looking for/interested in:===
* I'm looking for a long-term roleplay that involves Josario finding a romantic partner whom he can share his struggles with. Any other long or short-term roleplays that involve us just goofing off and developing characters more is absolutely welcomed!

===What I will NOT RP:===
* NSFW

===Links:===
* [http://nyadamska.tumblr.com Tumblr]
* [https://twitter.com/Fujin_Yumi Twitter]

===Annotations:===
This template created by [[Rihxo Matoi]] with the help of [[Nanagi Nagi]] and has pieces from the templates of [[Unnamed Mercenary]], [[Roen Deneith]], [[Cyrus Wolfe]], and [[Coatleque Crofte]].

===Other Stuff===
* Player is 17 and can't roleplay NSFW... at least for now

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Josario Adrial

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Silvaire Drividot

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==Character==
===General===
Silvaire is an Experienced Mercenary roaming the lands of Eorzea. Up until recently he spent his time mainly around Ishgard and Dravania. He currently is working with Individuals who are determined to solve the mysteries of a collection of long lost Allagan tomes.
===Appearance===
He is tall and slender with a darker complexion. He has blue eyes with black and blond hair. He can usually be seen in heavy armor or wearing a light set of gear, depending on his job.
===Personality===
He is quite blunt and not generally sociable. His determination to complete a job is like no other. His motivations lie with the terms of any job he is working on, He's not one to go out of his way to help unless there is a personal gain.
==Combat==
===General===
His weapon depends on the job at hand. He is experienced in use of basic bladed weapons, Sword, Great Sword and Great Axe. He also has some experience in the use of a firearm and turrets. Magic use is outside of his understanding.

==Tendencies==
===Likes===
::* Ale
::*Compensation for his work.
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===Dislikes===
::* People who look down on others.
::* Weakness
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===Hobbies/Talents===
::* He is one to dabble in the crafting professions.
::* He spends his spare time improving and repairing his gear.
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===Other===
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==Relationships==
===Family===
His family is not mentioned a lot due to Silvaire's deep remorse for their loss several years ago during an attack on Camp Tailfeather.

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==Rumors==
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===PC Rumors===
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==Annotations==

This Template was created by [[Deirdre Ta'ea]]

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Category:Player Character

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FreelanceWizard:

A '''Player Character''' (or '''PC'''), are independent characters created and controlled by individual, or multiple players. These characters exist within the realms of Final Fantasy XIV. Below are the pages of each player character containing detailed information about them, their pasts and current endeavors. Please take note unless otherwise stated, all information is Out Of Character (OOC) knowledge and cannot be used without express permission.

[[Category:Character]]

L'yhta Mahre

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| name = L'yhta Mahre
| image = Lyhta-tiergan.jpg
| imagewidth = 350
| caption = L'yhta, envisioned by '''Tiergan'''
| title = Stupendiferous Magnifijestic Mage
| gender = Female
| citizenship = Limsa Lominsa
| race = Miqo'te
| clan = Seekers of the Sun
| server = Balmung
| stat_1 = Age
| stat_1_value = 24
| stat_2 = Height
| stat_2_value = Tall (5 fulms, 5 ilms)
| stat_3 = Weight
| stat_3_value = Thin, somewhat muscular (120-130 ponz)
| stat_4 = Profession
| stat_4_value = "Lady Sorceress"
| stat_5 = Patron Deity
| stat_5_value = The Mothercrystal (so she claims)
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'''L'yhta Mahre''' (LEE-tah MAH-ray), formally known as '''Yhta of the Vipers, sired by L'mahre Nunh''' and commonly as '''Lyta''' (lie-TUH), is a miqo'te Seeker of the Sun who nominally lives in Limsa Lominsa. She was once the Voice of [http://www.themysterium.org Mysterium], but is now just one of its Masters. Her formal address in the Ivory Tower is Wizard Yhta Mahre, Master of Mysterium, Thaumaturge, Conjurer, Arcanist; by Aether illuminated, Seeker of Destinies.

==Appearance==
L'yhta is a tall (approximately 5' 5") miqo'te female with dark skin and long dark purple hair that she keeps tied back out of her face. She has bright, almost iridescent heliotrope eyes with the usual slits of her clan. Her tail is quite long for a Seeker of the Sun and, like her ears, often expressive. Her build is thin and gangly; she's not particularly shapely, though she has lately put on a bit of wiry muscle. Her face has the markings inherent to some of the Seekers of the Sun -- three on each side in an tiger stripe pattern. L'yhta's voice is an untrained [[Wikipedia:Mezzo-soprano#Dramatic|dramatic mezzo-soprano]], fairly low for someone her size. She doesn't exhibit much of an accent, if any, when she speaks, except perhaps when she's particularly inebriated.

As of late, L'yhta's begun dying her hair and tail regularly, as well as changing her hair style seemingly at a whim. This began after she took a "sabbatical" to Greencliff around the time of the Starlight Celebration in the 5th year of the Seventh Umbral Era; exactly why that prompted her to take such a whimsical, impulsive approach to her hair has yet to be disclosed.

==History==
[[Image:L'yhta Mahre by Emadra.JPG|300px|left|thumb|L'yhta, envisioned by '''Emadra''']]
In western La Noscea resides the small fishing village of Greencliff, named for its high cliffs and its relatively dense, yet small, nearby forest. The village was originally home to a small population of Sea Wolves, but they found themselves outnumbered by an influx of Seekers of the Sun approximately 95 years ago when L'sharhl Nunh established the area as hunting grounds for the Viper tribe and assumed the title of nunh there. As the miqo'te made their homes in the area and largely shifted to an agricultural and aquacultural lifestyle, the Roegadyn population slowly decreased, eventually leaving the village almost entirely to the newcomers. It was into this settled branch of the Vipers that L'yhta was born, the fifth child of L'arhi Xahlo and L'mahre Nunh.

L'yhta's early life was unremarkable; she had no especially outstanding characteristics other than a quick wit and a keen mind -- neither of which were particularly impressive, much less useful, in a village used to eking out a living through fishing and the occasional felling of lumber to fuel [[Limsa Lominsa]]'s demand for ships. As far as the other miqo'te of Greencliff were concerned, what was remarkable about L'yhta was exactly how unremarkable she was. The tall girl proved to be passable with an axe, vaguely competent with the spear, moderately capable of catching fish, and not especially attractive, either. This surprised those who expected great things of the children of L'mahre Nunh and L'arhi Xahlo. L'mahre was considered by most to be one of the branch's greater nunh; his physical strength and virility were highly praised. L'arhi, for her part, had borne seven children, an impressive number by any standards. The only son she bore him, L'rhilo Tia, was held as a pure example of miqo'te excellence. With gleaming golden hair, dashing features, lightning reflexes, and sparkling silver and gold heterochromic eyes, he was already beginning to turn the heads of the women of the tribe and sparking rumours that he'd prove to be the next nunh. L'yhta's sisters were equally fine specimens: tall, beautiful, and possessed of a nearly regal grace. By contrast, the lanky, average L'yhta was quite a disappointment. Nevertheless, L'arhi remained supportive, hoping that her fifth child would find ''something'' at which she'd be more than just minimally competent, even if that were simply bearing children to the nunh. For her part, the often isolated L'yhta spent a great deal of time staring out into the stars and across the sea and wondering if her destiny were always to be so painfully mundane.

Then, the Calamity changed everything. Bahamut's fire scourged the land, and amidst the chaos, L'mahre Nunh was struck by a shower of superheated shards of rock. While he survived, he lost a leg and an arm in the attack. Unwilling to see someone else lay his father low, L'rhilo Tia challenged him for the position of nunh. The fight was short; it took mere moments for the son to defeat the father. The tribe looked on as L'rhilo, hovering over the fallen nunh, exchanged brief whispered words with him -- then tore out his throat. To this day, no one knows exactly what L'mahre said to L'rhilo; some suggest the father asked his son to end his suffering, while others whisper that the once nunh begged for mercy and L'rhilo killed him anyway. Regardless of the truth, L'rhilo Tia became L'rhilo Nunh that day, and he celebrated the victory that night with some of the most beautiful women of the tribe.

It wasn't long after he ascended to the position of nunh that L'rhilo came to L'yhta to ask her to his bed. While it wasn't unexpected that he'd attempt to carry on the impressive lineage of his mother and father, what surprised everyone (especially L'yhta) was when he passed over her elder sisters in favor of a lanky 16 year old. L'yhta doesn't discuss what exactly he said to her, other than that he made it abundantly clear that he expected her to do her duty to the tribe and bear his children. What the whole tribe knows is what happened next: when the sun rose the next day, L'yhta was gone.

To this day, L'yhta isn't entirely sure what prompted her to flee her fate. She would like to believe it was her wanderlust and curiosity pulling her away from a fettered life, but it was more likely due to the arrogant, lascivious, and forceful insistence of someone she'd previously trusted and saw as a friend. Rather than acquiesce, L'yhta collected some food, a spare set of clothes, and some small carved shells and pearls given to her by her mother, then headed south towards the only landmark she knew: a large lighthouse. It was there that she was able to trade the pearls for gil, then use the gil to travel to Limsa Lominsa to start a new life.

L'yhta was naturally overwhelmed by Limsa Lominsa when she first arrived. What struck her most of all was the way the miqo'te there acted. They were overly cheerful, extremely outgoing, and entirely willing to use their bodies to their advantage (and sometimes profit). Unwilling to take up any of the "trades" that were not so gently suggested to her by the city's more salty inhabitants, L'yhta instead wandered the city, using the last of her gil to secure lodging while she tried to figure out her next step. It was during one of these walks that she quite literally ran into Robert Fletcher, an antiquated hyur with piercing green eyes and an explosion of white hair bursting from his head. Little did she know that this man was a powerful Thaumaturge and also the Voice of the Wizards' Choir; she also wasn't aware that he'd been watching her, intrigued by a Seeker of the Sun without a purpose but a gift for the arcane. Robert took her in and introduced her to the three disciplines of magic, and was pleased to see her quickly learn to command her own Aether as well as to call upon that of the land. For her part, L'yhta was both shocked and ecstatic that she'd finally found something that she wouldn't make a fool of herself at -- something where her skill would live up to the name of her father. As part of her training, Robert introduced her to the rituals of the Choir and inducted her as his apprentice.

For the next four years, L'yhta lived with Robert, who she viewed as a quirky grandfather, and trained under him and the five other superannuated Chairs of the Choir. She came to love her strange new family of aging spellcasters, and they, while they could be annoyed by her youthful enthusiasm, cared for her as an adpoted child. Sadly, this life wouldn't last for long. In year 5 of the seventh umbral era, the Choir was requested by the Foreign Levy to help defend the city against a Sahagin assault. Ultimately, the Maelstrom won the battle, but at a terrible cost -- all of the Choir's members were struck down save L'yhta, who Robert insisted stay behind the lines. When she rushed to her mentor's side, his last words stuck in her memory: ''"Sing with a new Choir, young Voice."''

Since she's continued her training within the various magical guilds of Eorzea, L'yhta has discovered that she possesses the Echo. She theorizes this might be why she has such a faculty for channeling Aether, though more importantly, she's ''quite sure'' this means that she has a great destiny she needs to fulfill.

==Personality==
[[Image:Lyhta-levecard.jpg|200px|left|A guildleve card for L'yhta, by '''Nahue''']]
L'yhta is typical of many Seekers of the Sun in that she can be impulsive and tends to speak her mind; like her brethren, she shows her emotions readily, which often makes her seem more flighty and impulsive than she actually is. She's somewhat naïve, tending to believe that people are usually good, that evil is always apparent and obvious, and that everyone wants to hear and see truth spoken to power. It helps that she has a sharp wit and a constant enthusiasm, though this latter trait sometimes grates on others' nerves. At times, she can be self-centered, petulant, and altogether childish, especially when her naivete about the world is challenged, when something stands between her and her goals, when she makes what she perceives to be a mistake, or when she feels like she's lost control of a situation. When her friends are threatened -- or when she ''perceives'' that they're being threatened or have been wronged by the forces of "Evil and Awful" -- she can be stubbornly dismissive and brutally violent and tends not to react well if asked to stay her hand, turning her ire on those same friends instead. In general, L'yhta is quite open about her feelings; if she likes you, you'll know it, and if she doesn't like you or is angry with you, she'll make ''sure'' you know that. Subtlety and deception aren't typically part of her repertoire.

L'yhta is also known to put on a bit of a haughty air when discussions of race come up. To L'yhta, miqo'te who fall into the "cute, sexy cat" stereotype -- "domesticated kittens," as she calls them -- are denigrating their whole race and contributing to the hypersexualization of miqo'te women. She also holds the other races with a degree of contempt for supporting this behavior by employing miqo'te as dancers and prostitutes. However, L'yhta also holds no love for tribal miqo'te, who she feels are limiting themselves and their race in addition to participating in what she now considers a barbaric system of mating. Her time in Limsa Lominsa has given her a strong desire for freedom and a respect for the dual virtues of self-sufficiency and teamwork, and the incompatibility of these with tribal miqo'te culture is part of why she holds it in such contempt.

Generally, L'yhta is fairly reserved in large social gatherings where she doesn't know most of the people there. She tends to keep to herself, away from the crowd. If approached, she's her usual gregarious, talkative self, but she doesn't seek out interactions (unless she happens to notice something that captures her eye, such as a Nymian relic or new spell). In bars in and around Limsa Lominsa, this tends to cause a fair number of rumours about "t'at mage drownin' 'er sorrows at th' end of th' bar." As she doesn't particularly enjoy "people-watching," she typically shies away from particularly raucous taverns unless brought there by someone she knows or they're one of her usual haunts (such as the Missing Member).

Like a young college student, L'yhta believes she's figured the world out thanks to her newfound knowledge and experience, and this has driven her to arrogantly make rash, ill-advised decisions. In general, though, L'yhta's motivated to help others and make the world a better place, even if lately she's taken on a rather significant anti-authoritarian streak. In D&D terms, her alignment is '''Chaotic Good'''. In Palladium terms, she's closest to '''Unprincipled''' these days (though she has some disturbingly '''Aberrant''' behaviors).

==Affiliations and Known Associates==
L'yhta is a citizen of Limsa Lominsa and a member of the Foreign Levy of the Maelstrom; technically speaking, she holds the rank of Second Storm Lieutenant, though both she and the Maelstrom largely consider that honorary, and she certainly wouldn't use it except, perhaps, to pull rank on an intransigent supply officer or hapless private in a moment of great need. Additionally, as part of the cooperative exchange program established by the three Grand Companies, she often acts as a consultant on matters of magic for the Immortal Flames and the Twin Adder. Finally, L'yhta is a Master of [http://mysterium.realitywerks.com Mysterium], an order of mages based out of Limsa Lominsa.

In particular, L'yhta has been known to have significant connections with (in no particular order, save that NPCs are last):

* [[Clalaris Sil Laris]] -- A lalafellin conjurer and, it's rumoured, white mage of Gridania is one of her closest friends. L'yhta feels she can talk to her about anything, which has led to more than a few awkward conversations.
* [[Nathalanee Reinhart]] -- Nathalanee was once L'yhta's girlfriend, but the two appear to have broken up after Nathalanee went on an extended mission for the Twin Adders. L'yhta still speaks very fondly of the miqo'te, though, and stridently defends her against those who may speak ill of her.
* [[Eamont Desormaux]] -- This elezen conjurer is essentially L'yhta's surrogate father, though some believe their relationship is rather more than platonic.
* [[Seth Honeybrew]] -- Seth is, quite shockingly, the only person from whom L'yhta will accept casual racism towards miqo'te. Exactly why she's willing to laugh off from Seth what from others would usually get a verbal barrage isn't clear, but it is clear she considers him a good friend.
* [[Sazhi'to Bajhiri]] -- L'yhta feels a particular kinship to Sazhi'to (who she often just calls "Sazhi"), as both of them are, in her mind, refugees from tribal malfeasance. As for his sister, Mholi... L'yhta would be fine pushing her off a cliff.
* [[Rosamund Cartwright]] -- A rich daughter of Limsa Lominsa, Roz is one of L'yhta best friends.
* [[Racilian Lyenum]] -- "Raci," who was once a member of the Ivory Tower, is one of her friends and can always bring a smile to her face.
* [[Gus Pumpkinweed]] -- Gus was once one of L'yhta's apprentices, and the two of them got along quite well (perhaps due to the fact that they both have a strong drive towards excellence). She's ecstatic to hear that he's now opened a business of his own.
* [[Kevaraan Annorek]] -- This troubled miqo'te lancer was one of L'yhta's close friends before the Seventh Astral Era. She presumes him dead at this point, though she hopes he's just found a place
* [[R'kyala Mahji]] -- Since the two of them met through Camille, they've gotten along smashingly, perhaps because they both act like chocobos hopped up on X-Ethers.
* [[Paran Hywel]] -- A distance has formed between L'yhta and Paran since certain events involving a voidsent. While she's pleasantly surprised at his new interest in magic theory, she remains wary of the instability she saw in him.
* [[Camille Everardi]] -- L'yhta enjoys Camille's company and her keen intellect and ability to plan. She feels Camille is wise beyond her years.
* [[K'hane Tariq]] -- Since she was released from the influence of a powerful voidsent, K'hane's returned to "normal," though L'yhta wishes she'd show more of her confidence. "There's got to be a middle ground, right?"
* [[Deitrych Brownlowe]] -- This bounty hunter is viewed by most in the Tower as somewhere between weird and extremely creepy, but L'yhta finds him to be largely misunderstood and quirkily charming. The two have interacted much less after certain revelations regarding his interactions with Clalaris.
* [[Kellach Woods]] -- L'yhta met Kellach at a beach party when he was still an employee of XI:7. She likes both his enthusiasm and humbleness, and she'd like to show him more magic as she feels he has a strong talent for the art.
* [[Fio Arasgain]] -- This chef at the Bismarck and skilled warrior is someone L'yhta respects, as he's a fellow refugee from the tribal life. She feels they have a lot in common and could become closer friends.
* [[Karaki Crystalis]] -- After a rocky start, L'yhta's found that she and this miqo'te from the East have a lot in common. She considers him a friend and hopes to be able to "correct" his less personable qualities.
* [[Cliodhna Eoghan]] -- Cliodhna and L'yhta have crossed paths a few times, and they've a friendship forged on a mutual love of fun and helping others.
* [[Sasari Sari]] -- L'yhta gets along well with Sasari, or so she believes, and is quite interested in figuring out how to help her in better controlling her magicks.
* [[Sasani Sani]] -- Perhaps surprisingly, L'yhta can in fact tell Sasari and Sasani apart. She thinks Sasani is particularly sweet.
* [[Kerin Misteyes]] -- While still on somewhat formal terms with this conjurer of the Fane, L'yhta considers Kerin a friend.
* [[Zagi'zi Kumai]] -- Despite claims that he's lost his arrogance and found a new appreciation for others, L'yhta still despises this "insufferable arse," and can't conceive of why people she knows enjoy spending time with him. She believes they have more in common than either of them would ever admit, and that perceived kinship is why she doesn't actively work against him.
* [[Kurenai Nagi]] -- L'yhta's adopted this young au ra as a surrogate little sister and has gone to great lengths to protect her and aid her with both navigating Eorzean society and her unique aetheric "problem."
* [[Aidan Hayward]] -- L'yhta met Aidan through a random leve and, despite a rocky start, the two of them have a rather torrid relationship. L'yhta refers to him as her boyfriend, and she rather enjoys listening to him play his harp for her.
* [[Llaine Tetheros]] -- Llaine is L'yhta's new girlfriend, the two having built a relationship out of a long-term friendship. Despite her protestations that she "doesn't like girls," the two share a deep connection; as with her last girlfriend, though, L'yhta seems to enjoy a game of suggesting that their relationship doesn't exist.
* Cieranaux Aramont -- Robert Fletcher's apprentice prior to L'yhta, Cieranaux has nothing but disrespect for her and typically lobs idle insults and cliché attacks in her direction -- a way to show his distaste for her while reminding her that she's, to him, nothing more than a trifle that doesn't warrant a more serious effort. After nearly murdering him and being pulled back from the brink by two of her friends, she's decided to just dismiss him as not worth her trouble.
* Volkido Tekido -- Robert Fletcher's personal assistant, this lalafell is the majordomo of the Ivory Tower and also acts as L'yhta's personal assistant. As much as he complains about being put upon by these "wizards with their heads in the clouds," and the "foolish girl" that he's "stuck with," Volkido cares deeply for her and the other wizards.
* L'ehli Tia -- When L'yhta last went to Greencliff, this tia -- one of her nephews by her eldest sister -- followed her back. Volkido has set him up with an apartment using L'yhta's funds so he can remain in the city; he's currently training at the Coral Tower to join the Yellowjackets.
* Solaxia -- L'yhta's agreed to, along with Clalaris, train this excitable sylph in the ways of magic. While Solaxia would much rather learn Thaumaturgy from Stompy One (as she calls L'yhta), L'yhta's pushed the sylph to learn Conjury from Moogle One (aka Clalaris) first.
* Lydia Burroughs -- This alleged defector from the Garleans was complicit in a dire crime committed against one of L'yhta's best friends. L'yhta told Nathalanee she wanted her to decide how to handle the captive, and so Lydia was turned over to the Twin Adder for debriefing despite L'yhta's misgivings. While she hopes the hyur can make good on the second chance she's been given, L'yhta is keeping a close eye on her and won't hesitate to try to put an end to this experiment if it goes even the least bit awry.

==Characteristics==
[[Image:L'yhtaMahreFlat.jpg|right|thumb|300px|L'yhta, envisioned by [http://mitchfoust.deviantart.com Mitch Foust]]]
* '''Nicknames''': Lyta (to most non-miqo'te), Yhta (to very close friends only)
* '''Age''': 24
** '''Nameday''': 12th sun of the 3rd Astral Moon, 1555 of 6th Astral Era
* '''Gender''': Female
** '''Sexuality''': Largely heterosexual, though with certain exceptions
** '''Marital Status''': In a relationship
* '''Alignment''': Chaotic Good/Unprincipled
* '''Height''': 5 fulms, 5 ilms
* '''Weight''': Generally around 120 to 130 ponz
* '''Body''': Thin, lanky, but with a wiry musculature
* '''Hair''': Varies, but naturally, long, straight, and violet
* '''Eyes''': Iridescent heliotrope
* '''Skin''': Mocha, with chocolate facial markings
* '''Clothing''': In public, she tends to robes, pants or leggings, high boots, and ring guards or fingerless gloves. As of late, she's also been wearing fairly "daring" outfits involving short skirts and light, sleeveless tops. Her choice of clothing in public is as fluid as her mood, though unless she has no alternative, she never wears armor heavier than a breastplate or chain-backed robes and heavy leather boots. In private, she usually wears leggings and a bandeau top, light and minimal smallclothes, or nothing at all.

===Likes===
* Music and dancing
* Battle and violence (though she'd only confess to "battles to protect people")
* Jellied fruits -- or any fruit, really
* Conversation, especially about magic, philosophy, and religion
* Proving how great she is
* Being surprised by someone's knowledge and talents
* Being teased (though she'd ''never'' admit that)
* Confident people who don't take themselves or life too seriously

===Dislikes===
* Probing questions about her tribal past or ''especially'' about her sexuality
* Being corrected, even when she's clearly screwed up
* Miqo'te females who fit the "cute" or "sexy" stereotype, as well as those who support tribal culture
* People who deny her "clearly obvious brilliance"
* The nobility and anyone else who seek to impose their will on others
* Arrogant people, especially those who claim noble blood or divine right
* "Fanatic cultists:" Ishgardians, Garleans, and sometimes Gridanians (depending on how much they use "the will of the Elementals" to justify their actions)

[[Image:Lyhta mahre sanguinefenrir.png|right|thumb|300px|L'yhta envisioned by '''sanguineFenrir''']]
===Areas of Expertise===
* '''Martial''': Thaumaturgy, Arcanima, Conjury; Thaumaturgy is her strongest Discipline, followed by Arcanima, then Conjury.
** L'yhta has a strong amateur's skill in one-handed swordplay, but rarely uses it in the field except to advance her research or if she has no other options.
* '''Crafting''': Engraving, magitek modification
** She has some experience in alchemy and goldsmithing, but is a rough beginner except where they're necessary for her research. She knows enough tailoring to patch her own clothes. Mostly, she relies on others to keep her non-magical equipment and clothes in good shape.
* '''Other''': Magic theory, literacy, area knowledge, vocal performance, dancing, being insufferably upbeat
** L'yhta's particular area of expertise in magic theory is what she calls "esotery" -- archaic and often "odd" practices of magic that don't neatly fit into the three Disciplines. This includes melding the different Disciplines together to produce novel effects.

===Strengths===
* '''Magically adept''': L'yhta has a considerable natural talent for weaving Aether and practices all three Disciplines of Magic (though she's not ''nearly'' as great as she thinks she is).
* '''Driven''': When she's set her mind to something, it's very difficult to dissuade her.
* '''Witty''': L'yhta can be pretty quick with a quip or a joke about a situation, even in the midst of a pitched battle.
* '''Active''': If nothing else, L'yhta is a constant dynamo of energy. She does have an "off switch," so to speak, but most of the time, she's always in motion.
* '''Sidethinker''': When she does actually deign to plan, she's good at coming up with unexpected alternative solutions to problems.
* '''High alcohol tolerance''': As a result of growing up with small beers and her training with the Wizards' Choir (some of which involved heavy drinking and the consumption of "recreational" herbs and potions), L'yhta has a shockingly high alcohol tolerance, especially for someone her size. It's said she's drunk even salty Roegadyn sailors under the table, though not without having to be carried out of the tavern afterwards.
* '''Optimistic''': Everything's going to be great, Eorzea's heading to a greater tomorrow, and there's no way we can make the same mistakes of the past -- or so L'yhta believes. Going hand in hand with her naivete, she's boundlessly optimistic and typically views the bright side of any situation.

===Weaknesses===
* '''Physically inept''': Without "cheating" through the use of magic (or magitek), L'yhta is about as physically threatening as a clumsy Mealvaan's Gate desk clerk. It takes her considerable effort to work around this limitation, and so if she's caught unawares and without the tools of her trade, she's not particularly dangerous.
* '''Naive''': L'yhta believes that people are essentially good, that evil is always obvious, and that Good will always triumph over Evil in the end. More subtle and devious forms of wickedness can slip right under her nose, and as a result she's not the best judge of character.
* '''Imperceptive''': It could be her overconfidence blinding her, a consequence of her stubbornness when her mind is on another task, or merely a natural trait, but L'yhta is notably poor at noticing things that are out of the ordinary unless she's explicitly looking for them. As a Seeker of the Sun, her night vision is also fairly poor (which is one reason she likes staves that glow, besides how "stylish" they are). Her lack of perception often even extends to picking up on social cues.
* '''Stubborn''': Going hand in hand with being driven, once she's chosen a course of action -- for good or ill -- she rarely changes her mind unless the situation changes such that she has no other option. If she, for instance, decides someone is evil, it's very difficult to convince her otherwise. Precious few people can get her to second-guess her decisions, particularly in the heat of the moment.
* '''Overconfident''': At present, nothing in the world can convince "Limsa Lominsa's most spectaculofabulous sorcerer" that she's not, in fact, "Utterly Excellent" and "Destined for Great Things." This overconfidence more often than not leads her to take unnecessary, completely foolish risks. One of the most common demonstrations of this is her casually dismissive attitude towards both danger and her enemies. Some suspect that this overconfidence is really just overcompensation for her...
* '''Self-image issues''': As a result of her upbringing, L'yhta feels that magic is the only thing she's actually any good at, and that she has very few other positive qualities. This is usually extremely well-hidden behind her veil of overconfidence, but it comes out from time to time in pointedly negative comments she makes about herself, perseveration on others' off-handed comments about her, and dramatic changes in behavior or clothing based on the observations of others. For instance, a simple "isn't that outfit a little tight for you?" from an acquaintance can get her to run away to change clothes into something dramatically different, even if she were just proudly showing the outfit off.
* '''Lack of planning''': L'yhta rarely plans her actions in advance, preferring instead a "Geronimo!" approach of leaping before she looks. The term "poor impulse control" fits her, and when she feels she has to plan (or is forced to do so), she tends to get fidgety and impatient.

==Other Notes==
[[Image:LyhtaMahreNobootsFinalJPeg-Eckzein.jpg|right|thumb|300px|L'yhta dancing, envisioned by '''Eckzein''']]
[[Image:Lyhta-aria.jpg|right|thumb|300px|L'yhta being smug, envisioned by '''A'ria''']]
[[Image:ChibiMaker-Lyhta.jpg|right|thumb|200px|Chibi L'yhta-chan?!?]]
===Naming===
L'yhta usually uses a slightly simplified version of her name, "Lyta," among non-miqo'te primarily because she dislikes them butchering its actual pronunciation and spelling. It's easier and less obnoxious, in her mind, to just use a name that matches how people would typically read her name anyway. As such, she often uses the alias on legal documents in the city-states to simplify transactions. Among other miqo'te, however, she uses and prefers her real name. In close company, she, like many Seekers of the Sun, is known to drop her tribe letter and call herself Yhta (EE-tah).

===Religion===
L'yhta venerates the Twelve, but doesn't worship them, nor does she recognize any of them as her patron deity. If anything, she views Hydaelyn itself as her patron based on recent events. She feels that the circumstances of her life are proof of two things: one, she's been chosen for a Great Destiny by the Mothercrystal, and two, Nymeia has chosen to bless her, perhaps for this reason. Perhaps surprisingly, L'yhta isn't egotistical or outspoken about either of these beliefs or religion in general. In fact, she's typically awkward in such discussions, approaching them extremely tentatively (especially with regards to the Echo, which she views as both a blessing and a curse that makes her "weird").

===Quirks===
L'yhta adores jellied and candied fruits, and is rarely without a pouch of them. She also tends to introduce herself using made-up adjectives, usually created by forcefully merging two words, to describe her "greatness;" for instance, she's been known to refer to herself as "stupendiferous," "brilliantastic," and "magnifijestic." She'll often apply this sort of puffery to her friends, particularly when introducing them or cheering on their successes.

===Equipment===
L'yhta has acquired through her travels a fairly significant collection of artifacts that can channel and focus Aether, ranging from Nymian books to Allagan rods, from Belah'dian swords to Amdapori staves. Most of her robes and other clothes are commissioned bespoke, then enchanted by her; she spends considerable gil on "looking stylish," as she puts it. She especially likes modern recreations of ancient designs, such as Nymian outfits. However, she does have a relatively small collection of acquired clothing, including some highly magicked smallclothes that she came across in an Ishgardian fortress that'd been overrun by Voidsent.

In addition to this equipment, L'yhta has a wide variety of stolen and modified magitek (including a Reaper she's painted a garish metallic yellow) that she uses along with specialized spells of her own design to either deflect attacks or imbue her weapons -- specifically, a magitek sword -- with magical force. The net effect is that she can become quite difficult to hurt, but her lack of expertise and physical ability leave her relatively inept at actually landing any blows. When she's "cheating" in this way, she can't channel Aether for more direct spells. Despite her best efforts (and probably for the good of Eorzea generally), she remains unable to call forth and precisely control enough Aether to do so, and the effects of the magitek on the local Aetheric flows would make attempts to do so rather unsafe, to put it mildly.

===Rumours===
The following rumours can be heard about L'yhta, predominantly in Limsa Lominsa. (Please feel free to add your character's thoughts here as well.)

====Common rumours====
* "Remember that wizard, Robert Wotshisname? The one with the white hair? Yeah, he was ''totally'' making his bed with that Seeker girl, ifyaknowwhatImean."
* "Nah, she was just leading him on to get his inheritance once he was returned to the sea."
* "I heard she's been working with the Maelstrom as some kind of 'consulting mage' after she stopped some huge fishback ritual."
* "I never seen someone who weren't a kid, drunk, or a whore hug people as much as she does. An' she's no child, so whaddya think that says about her?"

====Uncommon rumours====
* "Remember what I said about her killing her family? She went back to finish the job! Why else's she got black hair now?"
* "Oh, I heard that she actually killed that old man she was bedding! She hit him with a spell while he was fighting on the front lines."
* "I used ta say she had no magical power, b-but... listen, bub, I-I saw her ''vaporize'' a ship's mast at full sail! Snap, boom, it was just ''gone''!"
* "I saw her bring an injured hyur to Fallgourd Float... then hire an adventurer to shoot the poor woman if she tried to leave! What kind of horrible creature would do such a thing?"
* "Shh! Keep it down! I heard she pushed someone off th' side of the city when he talked bad about her an' Seekers, then set 'im on fire on th' way down!"

====Rare rumours====
* "L'yhta's family is looking for her, and they're worried sick that she's going to fall in with a bad crowd or get killed."
* "She travels between here, Gridania, and Ul'dah a lot -- I bet she's a secret assassin working for some rich noble."
* "That green-haired miqo'te she's been hanging around? They're lovers, I heard. Yeah -- and that older elezen she's around, too, and those two lalafell with the staves. Typical miqo'te, bedding anything with a heartbeat..."

====What PCs are saying====

* "L'yhta? She is a tad excitable, yes, but then she tends to find exciting things. It all balances out, really, and it makes for interesting stories to tell." --[[Sazhi'to Bajhiri]]
* "A female who shares my distaste for the tribes. Fancies herself a sorcerer, too. She'll definitely be a good resource if she's half as learned as she claims to be." -- [[Fio Arasgain]]
* "A very good friend. Always good for a hug! And for exploring dangerous ruins with reckless disregard for our own well-being." - [[Kellach Woods]]
* "Oh- L'yhta! The sorcerer, hm? Hells, I really meant to speak with her again- she inspired me to try and take up more of the magical arts than I thought ''plausible'' before. I am still ''quite'' interested to see how she managed to meld Arcanima and Thaumaturgey, and those experiments ''did'' sound intriguing. ... I wonder if she remembers me; how time gets away up here. . ." -- [[Xavarian Mystrife]]
* "L'yhta's adorable. She's got a neat way of talking and some of the stuff's over my head but I can tell she's got a good heart! Plus she's a lot like me in some ways. More than the Miqo'te thing, and she doesn't have the glowy hair, but still..." -- [[Karaki Crystalis]]
* "L'yhta is my closest friend, my sister, and my most trusted confidant. There are not words to describe what she means to me, but suffice it to say that I would give everything for her sake. Whether it be delving into dangerous ruins, facing down hordes of enemies, or unlocking the mysteries of this world, I know I can count on her, and she on me." - [[Llaine Tetheros]]

===Known Haunts===
You might have run into or otherwise know L'yhta from:

* Mornings at the Bismarck in Limsa Lominsa, where she's usually there just after dawn for tea and fruit.
* All three magical guilds, which she regularly frequents and almost always with a journal in hand.
* The shores of La Noscea (particularly near Mist), where she's known to go swimming on a somewhat regular basis.
* Raids on Garlean encampments and Castrums, both formal and informal.

==References==
[[Image:Lyhta_Mahre_Face_2.png|thumb|300px|right|''"Time to be Big Damn Heroes!"'']]
* [http://ffxiv-roleplayers.com/showthread.php?tid=2688&pid=36966#pid36966 100 Questions About L'yhta]
* [http://ffxiv-roleplayers.com/showthread.php?tid=1999&pid=39718#pid39718 Character references (for art)]
* [http://ffxiv-roleplayers.com/showthread.php?tid=3266&pid=40557#pid40557 RP connections wanted for L'yhta]
* [http://ffxiv-roleplayers.com/showthread.php?tid=3039 You might know L'yhta from...]
* [http://ffxiv-roleplayers.com/showthread.php?tid=3227 What L'yhta eats]
* [http://ffxiv-roleplayers.com/showthread.php?tid=3144 Where L'yhta sleeps]

===OOC Inspirations===
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L'yhta is inspired by [[Wikipedia:Eleventh Doctor|Matt Smith's Eleventh Doctor]] -- particularly her "devil may care" attitude and wild overconfidence -- as well as [[wikipedia:Lina Inverse|Lina Inverse]]. Apparently, she also shares a fair number of characteristics with [[Wikipedia:Leslie Knope|Leslie Knope]] (in her loyalty and need to control situations) and [[Wikipedia:Scott Pilgrim|Scott Pilgrim]] (particularly in how self-absorbed she can be). Her casual disregard for danger and general expectation that everything will inevitably turn out in her favor is disturbingly similar to that of [[Wikipedia:Sterling Archer|Sterling Archer]].
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L'yhta Mahre

2016-03-14T18:07:24Z

FreelanceWizard: Updates and such to connections

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| image = Lyhta-tiergan.jpg
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| caption = L'yhta, envisioned by '''Tiergan'''
| title = Stupendiferous Magnifijestic Mage
| gender = Female
| citizenship = Limsa Lominsa
| race = Miqo'te
| clan = Seekers of the Sun
| server = Balmung
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| stat_1_value = 24
| stat_2 = Height
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| stat_3 = Weight
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| stat_4 = Profession
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| stat_5 = Patron Deity
| stat_5_value = The Mothercrystal (so she claims)
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'''L'yhta Mahre''' (LEE-tah MAH-ray), formally known as '''Yhta of the Vipers, sired by L'mahre Nunh''' and commonly as '''Lyta''' (lie-TUH), is a miqo'te Seeker of the Sun who nominally lives in Limsa Lominsa. She was once the Voice of [http://www.themysterium.org Mysterium], but is now just one of its Masters. Her formal address in the Ivory Tower is Wizard Yhta Mahre, Master of Mysterium, Thaumaturge, Conjurer, Arcanist; by Aether illuminated, Seeker of Destinies.

==Appearance==
L'yhta is a tall (approximately 5' 5") miqo'te female with dark skin and long dark purple hair that she keeps tied back out of her face. She has bright, almost iridescent heliotrope eyes with the usual slits of her clan. Her tail is quite long for a Seeker of the Sun and, like her ears, often expressive. Her build is thin and gangly; she's not particularly shapely, though she has lately put on a bit of wiry muscle. Her face has the markings inherent to some of the Seekers of the Sun -- three on each side in an tiger stripe pattern. L'yhta's voice is an untrained [[Wikipedia:Mezzo-soprano#Dramatic|dramatic mezzo-soprano]], fairly low for someone her size. She doesn't exhibit much of an accent, if any, when she speaks, except perhaps when she's particularly inebriated.

As of late, L'yhta's begun dying her hair and tail regularly, as well as changing her hair style seemingly at a whim. This began after she took a "sabbatical" to Greencliff around the time of the Starlight Celebration in the 5th year of the Seventh Umbral Era; exactly why that prompted her to take such a whimsical, impulsive approach to her hair has yet to be disclosed.

==History==
[[Image:L'yhta Mahre by Emadra.JPG|300px|left|thumb|L'yhta, envisioned by '''Emadra''']]
In western La Noscea resides the small fishing village of Greencliff, named for its high cliffs and its relatively dense, yet small, nearby forest. The village was originally home to a small population of Sea Wolves, but they found themselves outnumbered by an influx of Seekers of the Sun approximately 95 years ago when L'sharhl Nunh established the area as hunting grounds for the Viper tribe and assumed the title of nunh there. As the miqo'te made their homes in the area and largely shifted to an agricultural and aquacultural lifestyle, the Roegadyn population slowly decreased, eventually leaving the village almost entirely to the newcomers. It was into this settled branch of the Vipers that L'yhta was born, the fifth child of L'arhi Xahlo and L'mahre Nunh.

L'yhta's early life was unremarkable; she had no especially outstanding characteristics other than a quick wit and a keen mind -- neither of which were particularly impressive, much less useful, in a village used to eking out a living through fishing and the occasional felling of lumber to fuel [[Limsa Lominsa]]'s demand for ships. As far as the other miqo'te of Greencliff were concerned, what was remarkable about L'yhta was exactly how unremarkable she was. The tall girl proved to be passable with an axe, vaguely competent with the spear, moderately capable of catching fish, and not especially attractive, either. This surprised those who expected great things of the children of L'mahre Nunh and L'arhi Xahlo. L'mahre was considered by most to be one of the branch's greater nunh; his physical strength and virility were highly praised. L'arhi, for her part, had borne seven children, an impressive number by any standards. The only son she bore him, L'rhilo Tia, was held as a pure example of miqo'te excellence. With gleaming golden hair, dashing features, lightning reflexes, and sparkling silver and gold heterochromic eyes, he was already beginning to turn the heads of the women of the tribe and sparking rumours that he'd prove to be the next nunh. L'yhta's sisters were equally fine specimens: tall, beautiful, and possessed of a nearly regal grace. By contrast, the lanky, average L'yhta was quite a disappointment. Nevertheless, L'arhi remained supportive, hoping that her fifth child would find ''something'' at which she'd be more than just minimally competent, even if that were simply bearing children to the nunh. For her part, the often isolated L'yhta spent a great deal of time staring out into the stars and across the sea and wondering if her destiny were always to be so painfully mundane.

Then, the Calamity changed everything. Bahamut's fire scourged the land, and amidst the chaos, L'mahre Nunh was struck by a shower of superheated shards of rock. While he survived, he lost a leg and an arm in the attack. Unwilling to see someone else lay his father low, L'rhilo Tia challenged him for the position of nunh. The fight was short; it took mere moments for the son to defeat the father. The tribe looked on as L'rhilo, hovering over the fallen nunh, exchanged brief whispered words with him -- then tore out his throat. To this day, no one knows exactly what L'mahre said to L'rhilo; some suggest the father asked his son to end his suffering, while others whisper that the once nunh begged for mercy and L'rhilo killed him anyway. Regardless of the truth, L'rhilo Tia became L'rhilo Nunh that day, and he celebrated the victory that night with some of the most beautiful women of the tribe.

It wasn't long after he ascended to the position of nunh that L'rhilo came to L'yhta to ask her to his bed. While it wasn't unexpected that he'd attempt to carry on the impressive lineage of his mother and father, what surprised everyone (especially L'yhta) was when he passed over her elder sisters in favor of a lanky 16 year old. L'yhta doesn't discuss what exactly he said to her, other than that he made it abundantly clear that he expected her to do her duty to the tribe and bear his children. What the whole tribe knows is what happened next: when the sun rose the next day, L'yhta was gone.

To this day, L'yhta isn't entirely sure what prompted her to flee her fate. She would like to believe it was her wanderlust and curiosity pulling her away from a fettered life, but it was more likely due to the arrogant, lascivious, and forceful insistence of someone she'd previously trusted and saw as a friend. Rather than acquiesce, L'yhta collected some food, a spare set of clothes, and some small carved shells and pearls given to her by her mother, then headed south towards the only landmark she knew: a large lighthouse. It was there that she was able to trade the pearls for gil, then use the gil to travel to Limsa Lominsa to start a new life.

L'yhta was naturally overwhelmed by Limsa Lominsa when she first arrived. What struck her most of all was the way the miqo'te there acted. They were overly cheerful, extremely outgoing, and entirely willing to use their bodies to their advantage (and sometimes profit). Unwilling to take up any of the "trades" that were not so gently suggested to her by the city's more salty inhabitants, L'yhta instead wandered the city, using the last of her gil to secure lodging while she tried to figure out her next step. It was during one of these walks that she quite literally ran into Robert Fletcher, an antiquated hyur with piercing green eyes and an explosion of white hair bursting from his head. Little did she know that this man was a powerful Thaumaturge and also the Voice of the Wizards' Choir; she also wasn't aware that he'd been watching her, intrigued by a Seeker of the Sun without a purpose but a gift for the arcane. Robert took her in and introduced her to the three disciplines of magic, and was pleased to see her quickly learn to command her own Aether as well as to call upon that of the land. For her part, L'yhta was both shocked and ecstatic that she'd finally found something that she wouldn't make a fool of herself at -- something where her skill would live up to the name of her father. As part of her training, Robert introduced her to the rituals of the Choir and inducted her as his apprentice.

For the next four years, L'yhta lived with Robert, who she viewed as a quirky grandfather, and trained under him and the five other superannuated Chairs of the Choir. She came to love her strange new family of aging spellcasters, and they, while they could be annoyed by her youthful enthusiasm, cared for her as an adpoted child. Sadly, this life wouldn't last for long. In year 5 of the seventh umbral era, the Choir was requested by the Foreign Levy to help defend the city against a Sahagin assault. Ultimately, the Maelstrom won the battle, but at a terrible cost -- all of the Choir's members were struck down save L'yhta, who Robert insisted stay behind the lines. When she rushed to her mentor's side, his last words stuck in her memory: ''"Sing with a new Choir, young Voice."''

Since she's continued her training within the various magical guilds of Eorzea, L'yhta has discovered that she possesses the Echo. She theorizes this might be why she has such a faculty for channeling Aether, though more importantly, she's ''quite sure'' this means that she has a great destiny she needs to fulfill.

==Personality==
[[Image:Lyhta-levecard.jpg|200px|left|A guildleve card for L'yhta, by '''Nahue''']]
L'yhta is typical of many Seekers of the Sun in that she can be impulsive and tends to speak her mind; like her brethren, she shows her emotions readily, which often makes her seem more flighty and impulsive than she actually is. She's somewhat naïve, tending to believe that people are usually good, that evil is always apparent and obvious, and that everyone wants to hear and see truth spoken to power. It helps that she has a sharp wit and a constant enthusiasm, though this latter trait sometimes grates on others' nerves. At times, she can be self-centered, petulant, and altogether childish, especially when her naivete about the world is challenged, when something stands between her and her goals, when she makes what she perceives to be a mistake, or when she feels like she's lost control of a situation. When her friends are threatened -- or when she ''perceives'' that they're being threatened or have been wronged by the forces of "Evil and Awful" -- she can be stubbornly dismissive and brutally violent and tends not to react well if asked to stay her hand, turning her ire on those same friends instead. In general, L'yhta is quite open about her feelings; if she likes you, you'll know it, and if she doesn't like you or is angry with you, she'll make ''sure'' you know that. Subtlety and deception aren't typically part of her repertoire.

L'yhta is also known to put on a bit of a haughty air when discussions of race come up. To L'yhta, miqo'te who fall into the "cute, sexy cat" stereotype -- "domesticated kittens," as she calls them -- are denigrating their whole race and contributing to the hypersexualization of miqo'te women. She also holds the other races with a degree of contempt for supporting this behavior by employing miqo'te as dancers and prostitutes. However, L'yhta also holds no love for tribal miqo'te, who she feels are limiting themselves and their race in addition to participating in what she now considers a barbaric system of mating. Her time in Limsa Lominsa has given her a strong desire for freedom and a respect for the dual virtues of self-sufficiency and teamwork, and the incompatibility of these with tribal miqo'te culture is part of why she holds it in such contempt.

Generally, L'yhta is fairly reserved in large social gatherings where she doesn't know most of the people there. She tends to keep to herself, away from the crowd. If approached, she's her usual gregarious, talkative self, but she doesn't seek out interactions (unless she happens to notice something that captures her eye, such as a Nymian relic or new spell). In bars in and around Limsa Lominsa, this tends to cause a fair number of rumours about "t'at mage drownin' 'er sorrows at th' end of th' bar." As she doesn't particularly enjoy "people-watching," she typically shies away from particularly raucous taverns unless brought there by someone she knows or they're one of her usual haunts (such as the Missing Member).

Like a young college student, L'yhta believes she's figured the world out thanks to her newfound knowledge and experience, and this has driven her to arrogantly make rash, ill-advised decisions. In general, though, L'yhta's motivated to help others and make the world a better place, even if lately she's taken on a rather significant anti-authoritarian streak. In D&D terms, her alignment is '''Chaotic Good'''. In Palladium terms, she's closest to '''Unprincipled''' these days (though she has some disturbingly '''Aberrant''' behaviors).

==Affiliations and Known Associates==
L'yhta is a citizen of Limsa Lominsa and a member of the Foreign Levy of the Maelstrom; technically speaking, she holds the rank of Second Storm Lieutenant, though both she and the Maelstrom largely consider that honorary, and she certainly wouldn't use it except, perhaps, to pull rank on an intransigent supply officer or hapless private in a moment of great need. Additionally, as part of the cooperative exchange program established by the three Grand Companies, she often acts as a consultant on matters of magic for the Immortal Flames and the Twin Adder. Finally, L'yhta is a Master of [http://mysterium.realitywerks.com Mysterium], an order of mages based out of Limsa Lominsa.

In particular, L'yhta has been known to have significant connections with (in no particular order, save that NPCs are last):

* [[Clalaris Sil Laris]] -- A lalafellin conjurer and, it's rumoured, white mage of Gridania is one of her closest friends. L'yhta feels she can talk to her about anything, which has led to more than a few awkward conversations.
* [[Nathalanee Reinhart]] -- Nathalanee was once L'yhta's girlfriend, but the two appear to have broken up after Nathalanee went on an extended mission for the Twin Adders. L'yhta still speaks very fondly of the miqo'te, though, and stridently defends her against those who may speak ill of her.
* [[Eamont Desormaux]] -- This elezen conjurer is essentially L'yhta's surrogate father, though some believe their relationship is rather more than platonic.
* [[Seth Honeybrew]] -- Seth is, quite shockingly, the only person from whom L'yhta will accept casual racism towards miqo'te. Exactly why she's willing to laugh off from Seth what from others would usually get a verbal barrage isn't clear, but it is clear she considers him a good friend.
* [[Sazhi'to Bajhiri]] -- L'yhta feels a particular kinship to Sazhi'to (who she often just calls "Sazhi"), as both of them are, in her mind, refugees from tribal malfeasance. As for his sister, Mholi... L'yhta would be fine pushing her off a cliff.
* [[Rosamund Cartwright]] -- A rich daughter of Limsa Lominsa, Roz is one of L'yhta best friends.
* [[Racilian Lyenum]] -- "Raci," who was once a member of the Ivory Tower, is one of her friends and can always bring a smile to her face.
* [[Gus Pumpkinweed]] -- Gus was once one of L'yhta's apprentices, and the two of them got along quite well (perhaps due to the fact that they both have a strong drive towards excellence). She's ecstatic to hear that he's now opened a business of his own.
* [[Kevaraan Annorek]] -- This troubled miqo'te lancer was one of L'yhta's close friends before the Seventh Astral Era. She presumes him dead at this point, though she hopes he's just found a place
* [[R'kyala Mahji]] -- Since the two of them met through Camille, they've gotten along smashingly, perhaps because they both act like chocobos hopped up on X-Ethers.
* [[Paran Hywel]] -- A distance has formed between L'yhta and Paran since certain events involving a voidsent. While she's pleasantly surprised at his new interest in magic theory, she remains wary of the instability she saw in him.
* [[Camille Everardi]] -- L'yhta enjoys Camille's company and her keen intellect and ability to plan. She feels Camille is wise beyond her years.
* [[K'hane Tariq]] -- Since she was released from the influence of a powerful voidsent, K'hane's returned to "normal," though L'yhta wishes she'd show more of her confidence. "There's got to be a middle ground, right?"
* [[Deitrych Brownlowe]] -- This bounty hunter is viewed by most in the Tower as somewhere between weird and extremely creepy, but L'yhta finds him to be largely misunderstood and quirkily charming. The two have interacted much less after certain revelations regarding his interactions with Clalaris.
* [[Kellach Woods]] -- L'yhta met Kellach at a beach party when he was still an employee of XI:7. She likes both his enthusiasm and humbleness, and she'd like to show him more magic as she feels he has a strong talent for the art.
* [[Fio Arasgain]] -- This chef at the Bismarck and skilled warrior is someone L'yhta respects, as he's a fellow refugee from the tribal life. She feels they have a lot in common and could become closer friends.
* [[Karaki Crystalis]] -- After a rocky start, L'yhta's found that she and this miqo'te from the East have a lot in common. She considers him a friend and hopes to be able to "correct" his less personable qualities.
* [[Cliodhna Eoghan]] -- Cliodhna and L'yhta have crossed paths a few times, and they've a friendship forged on a mutual love of fun and helping others.
* [[Sasari Sari]] -- L'yhta gets along well with Sasari, or so she believes, and is quite interested in figuring out how to help her in better controlling her magicks.
* [[Sasani Sani]] -- Perhaps surprisingly, L'yhta can in fact tell Sasari and Sasani apart. She thinks Sasani is particularly sweet.
* [[Kerin Misteyes]] -- While still on somewhat formal terms with this conjurer of the Fane, L'yhta considers Kerin a friend.
* [[Zagi'zi Kumai]] -- Despite claims that he's lost his arrogance and found a new appreciation for others, L'yhta still despises this "insufferable arse," and can't conceive of why people she knows enjoy spending time with him. She believes they have more in common than either of them would ever admit, and that perceived kinship is why she doesn't actively work against him.
* [[Kurenai Nagi]] -- L'yhta's adopted this young au ra as a surrogate little sister and has gone to great lengths to protect her and aid her with both navigating Eorzean society and her unique aetheric "problem."
* [[Aidan Hayward]] -- L'yhta met Aidan through a random leve and, despite a rocky start, the two of them have a rather torrid relationship. L'yhta refers to him as her boyfriend, and she rather enjoys listening to him play his harp for her.
* [[Llaine Tetheros]] -- Llaine is L'yhta's new girlfriend, the two having built a relationship out of a long-term friendship. Despite her protestations that she "doesn't like girls," the two share a deep connection; as with her last girlfriend, though, L'yhta seems to enjoy a game of suggesting that their relationship doesn't exist.
* Cieranaux Aramont -- Robert Fletcher's apprentice prior to L'yhta, Cieranaux has nothing but disrespect for her and typically lobs idle insults and cliché attacks in her direction -- a way to show his distaste for her while reminding her that she's, to him, nothing more than a trifle that doesn't warrant a more serious effort. After nearly murdering him and being pulled back from the brink by two of her friends, she's decided to just dismiss him as not worth her trouble.
* Volkido Tekido -- Robert Fletcher's personal assistant, this lalafell is the majordomo of the Ivory Tower and also acts as L'yhta's personal assistant. As much as he complains about being put upon by these "wizards with their heads in the clouds," and the "foolish girl" that he's "stuck with," Volkido cares deeply for her and the other wizards.
* L'ehli Tia -- When L'yhta last went to Greencliff, this tia -- one of her nephews by her eldest sister -- followed her back. Volkido has set him up with an apartment using L'yhta's funds so he can remain in the city; he's currently training at the Coral Tower to join the Yellowjackets.
* Solaxia -- L'yhta's agreed to, along with Clalaris, train this excitable sylph in the ways of magic. While Solaxia would much rather learn Thaumaturgy from Stompy One (as she calls L'yhta), L'yhta's pushed the sylph to learn Conjury from Moogle One (aka Clalaris) first.
* Lydia Burroughs -- This alleged defector from the Garleans was complicit in a dire crime committed against one of L'yhta's best friends. L'yhta told Nathalanee she wanted her to decide how to handle the captive, and so Lydia was turned over to the Twin Adder for debriefing despite L'yhta's misgivings. While she hopes the hyur can make good on the second chance she's been given, L'yhta is keeping a close eye on her and won't hesitate to try to put an end to this experiment if it goes even the least bit awry.

==Characteristics==
[[Image:L'yhtaMahreFlat.jpg|right|thumb|300px|L'yhta, envisioned by [http://mitchfoust.deviantart.com Mitch Foust]]]
* '''Nicknames''': Lyta (to most non-miqo'te), Yhta (to very close friends only)
* '''Age''': 24
** '''Nameday''': 12th sun of the 3rd Astral Moon, 1555 of 6th Astral Era
* '''Gender''': Female
** '''Sexuality''': Largely heterosexual, though with certain exceptions
** '''Marital Status''': In a relationship once again
* '''Alignment''': Chaotic Good/Unprincipled
* '''Height''': 5 fulms, 5 ilms
* '''Weight''': Generally around 120 to 130 ponz
* '''Body''': Thin, lanky, but with a wiry musculature
* '''Hair''': Varies, but naturally, long, straight, and violet
* '''Eyes''': Iridescent heliotrope
* '''Skin''': Dark with light facial markings
* '''Clothing''': In public, she tends to robes, pants or leggings, high boots, and ring guards or fingerless gloves. As of late, she's also been wearing fairly "daring" outfits involving short skirts and light, sleeveless tops. Her choice of clothing in public is as fluid as her mood, though unless she has no alternative, she never wears armor heavier than a breastplate or chain-backed robes and heavy leather boots. In private, she usually wears leggings and a bandeau top, light and minimal smallclothes, or nothing at all.

===Likes===
* Music and dancing
* Battle and violence (though she'd only confess to "battles to protect people")
* Jellied fruits -- or any fruit, really
* Conversation, especially about magic, philosophy, and religion
* Proving how great she is
* Being surprised by someone's knowledge and talents
* Being teased (though she'd ''never'' admit that)
* Confident people who don't take themselves or life too seriously

===Dislikes===
* Probing questions about her tribal past or ''especially'' about her sexuality
* Being corrected, even when she's clearly screwed up
* Miqo'te females who fit the "cute" or "sexy" stereotype, as well as those who support tribal culture
* People who deny her "clearly obvious brilliance"
* The nobility and anyone else who seek to impose their will on others
* Arrogant people, especially those who claim noble blood or divine right
* "Fanatic cultists:" Ishgardians, Garleans, and sometimes Gridanians (depending on how much they use "the will of the Elementals" to justify their actions)

[[Image:Lyhta mahre sanguinefenrir.png|right|thumb|300px|L'yhta envisioned by '''sanguineFenrir''']]
===Areas of Expertise===
* '''Martial''': Thaumaturgy, Arcanima, Conjury; Thaumaturgy is her strongest Discipline, followed by Arcanima, then Conjury.
** L'yhta has a strong amateur's skill in one-handed swordplay, but rarely uses it in the field except to advance her research or if she has no other options.
* '''Crafting''': Engraving, magitek modification
** She has some experience in alchemy and goldsmithing, but is a rough beginner except where they're necessary for her research. She knows enough tailoring to patch her own clothes. Mostly, she relies on others to keep her non-magical equipment and clothes in good shape.
* '''Other''': Magic theory, literacy, area knowledge, vocal performance, dancing, being insufferably upbeat
** L'yhta's particular area of expertise in magic theory is what she calls "esotery" -- archaic and often "odd" practices of magic that don't neatly fit into the three Disciplines. This includes melding the different Disciplines together to produce novel effects.

===Strengths===
* '''Magically adept''': L'yhta has a considerable natural talent for weaving Aether and practices all three Disciplines of Magic (though she's not ''nearly'' as great as she thinks she is).
* '''Driven''': When she's set her mind to something, it's very difficult to dissuade her.
* '''Witty''': L'yhta can be pretty quick with a quip or a joke about a situation, even in the midst of a pitched battle.
* '''Active''': If nothing else, L'yhta is a constant dynamo of energy. She does have an "off switch," so to speak, but most of the time, she's always in motion.
* '''Sidethinker''': When she does actually deign to plan, she's good at coming up with unexpected alternative solutions to problems.
* '''High alcohol tolerance''': As a result of growing up with small beers and her training with the Wizards' Choir (some of which involved heavy drinking and the consumption of "recreational" herbs and potions), L'yhta has a shockingly high alcohol tolerance, especially for someone her size. It's said she's drunk even salty Roegadyn sailors under the table, though not without having to be carried out of the tavern afterwards.
* '''Optimistic''': Everything's going to be great, Eorzea's heading to a greater tomorrow, and there's no way we can make the same mistakes of the past -- or so L'yhta believes. Going hand in hand with her naivete, she's boundlessly optimistic and typically views the bright side of any situation.

===Weaknesses===
* '''Physically inept''': Without "cheating" through the use of magic (or magitek), L'yhta is about as physically threatening as a clumsy Mealvaan's Gate desk clerk. It takes her considerable effort to work around this limitation, and so if she's caught unawares and without the tools of her trade, she's not particularly dangerous.
* '''Naive''': L'yhta believes that people are essentially good, that evil is always obvious, and that Good will always triumph over Evil in the end. More subtle and devious forms of wickedness can slip right under her nose, and as a result she's not the best judge of character.
* '''Imperceptive''': It could be her overconfidence blinding her, a consequence of her stubbornness when her mind is on another task, or merely a natural trait, but L'yhta is notably poor at noticing things that are out of the ordinary unless she's explicitly looking for them. As a Seeker of the Sun, her night vision is also fairly poor (which is one reason she likes staves that glow, besides how "stylish" they are). Her lack of perception often even extends to picking up on social cues.
* '''Stubborn''': Going hand in hand with being driven, once she's chosen a course of action -- for good or ill -- she rarely changes her mind unless the situation changes such that she has no other option. If she, for instance, decides someone is evil, it's very difficult to convince her otherwise. Precious few people can get her to second-guess her decisions, particularly in the heat of the moment.
* '''Overconfident''': At present, nothing in the world can convince "Limsa Lominsa's most spectaculofabulous sorcerer" that she's not, in fact, "Utterly Excellent" and "Destined for Great Things." This overconfidence more often than not leads her to take unnecessary, completely foolish risks. One of the most common demonstrations of this is her casually dismissive attitude towards both danger and her enemies. Some suspect that this overconfidence is really just overcompensation for her...
* '''Self-image issues''': As a result of her upbringing, L'yhta feels that magic is the only thing she's actually any good at, and that she has very few other positive qualities. This is usually extremely well-hidden behind her veil of overconfidence, but it comes out from time to time in pointedly negative comments she makes about herself, perseveration on others' off-handed comments about her, and dramatic changes in behavior or clothing based on the observations of others. For instance, a simple "isn't that outfit a little tight for you?" from an acquaintance can get her to run away to change clothes into something dramatically different, even if she were just proudly showing the outfit off.
* '''Lack of planning''': L'yhta rarely plans her actions in advance, preferring instead a "Geronimo!" approach of leaping before she looks. The term "poor impulse control" fits her, and when she feels she has to plan (or is forced to do so), she tends to get fidgety and impatient.

==Other Notes==
[[Image:LyhtaMahreNobootsFinalJPeg-Eckzein.jpg|right|thumb|300px|L'yhta dancing, envisioned by '''Eckzein''']]
[[Image:Lyhta-aria.jpg|right|thumb|300px|L'yhta being smug, envisioned by '''A'ria''']]
[[Image:ChibiMaker-Lyhta.jpg|right|thumb|200px|Chibi L'yhta-chan?!?]]
===Naming===
L'yhta usually uses a slightly simplified version of her name, "Lyta," among non-miqo'te primarily because she dislikes them butchering its actual pronunciation and spelling. It's easier and less obnoxious, in her mind, to just use a name that matches how people would typically read her name anyway. As such, she often uses the alias on legal documents in the city-states to simplify transactions. Among other miqo'te, however, she uses and prefers her real name. In close company, she, like many Seekers of the Sun, is known to drop her tribe letter and call herself Yhta (EE-tah).

===Religion===
L'yhta venerates the Twelve, but doesn't worship them, nor does she recognize any of them as her patron deity. If anything, she views Hydaelyn itself as her patron based on recent events. She feels that the circumstances of her life are proof of two things: one, she's been chosen for a Great Destiny by the Mothercrystal, and two, Nymeia has chosen to bless her, perhaps for this reason. Perhaps surprisingly, L'yhta isn't egotistical or outspoken about either of these beliefs or religion in general. In fact, she's typically awkward in such discussions, approaching them extremely tentatively (especially with regards to the Echo, which she views as both a blessing and a curse that makes her "weird").

===Quirks===
L'yhta adores jellied and candied fruits, and is rarely without a pouch of them. She also tends to introduce herself using made-up adjectives, usually created by forcefully merging two words, to describe her "greatness;" for instance, she's been known to refer to herself as "stupendiferous," "brilliantastic," and "magnifijestic." She'll often apply this sort of puffery to her friends, particularly when introducing them or cheering on their successes.

===Equipment===
L'yhta has acquired through her travels a fairly significant collection of artifacts that can channel and focus Aether, ranging from Nymian books to Allagan rods, from Belah'dian swords to Amdapori staves. Most of her robes and other clothes are commissioned bespoke, then enchanted by her; she spends considerable gil on "looking stylish," as she puts it. She especially likes modern recreations of ancient designs, such as Nymian outfits. However, she does have a relatively small collection of acquired clothing, including some highly magicked smallclothes that she came across in an Ishgardian fortress that'd been overrun by Voidsent.

In addition to this equipment, L'yhta has a wide variety of stolen and modified magitek (including a Reaper she's painted a garish metallic yellow) that she uses along with specialized spells of her own design to either deflect attacks or imbue her weapons -- specifically, a magitek sword -- with magical force. The net effect is that she can become quite difficult to hurt, but her lack of expertise and physical ability leave her relatively inept at actually landing any blows. When she's "cheating" in this way, she can't channel Aether for more direct spells. Despite her best efforts (and probably for the good of Eorzea generally), she remains unable to call forth and precisely control enough Aether to do so, and the effects of the magitek on the local Aetheric flows would make attempts to do so rather unsafe, to put it mildly.

===Rumours===
The following rumours can be heard about L'yhta, predominantly in Limsa Lominsa. (Please feel free to add your character's thoughts here as well.)

====Common rumours====
* "Remember that wizard, Robert Wotshisname? The one with the white hair? Yeah, he was ''totally'' making his bed with that Seeker girl, ifyaknowwhatImean."
* "Nah, she was just leading him on to get his inheritance once he was returned to the sea."
* "I heard she's been working with the Maelstrom as some kind of 'consulting mage' after she stopped some huge fishback ritual."
* "I never seen someone who weren't a kid, drunk, or a whore hug people as much as she does. An' she's no child, so whaddya think that says about her?"

====Uncommon rumours====
* "Remember what I said about her killing her family? She went back to finish the job! Why else's she got black hair now?"
* "Oh, I heard that she actually killed that old man she was bedding! She hit him with a spell while he was fighting on the front lines."
* "I used ta say she had no magical power, b-but... listen, bub, I-I saw her ''vaporize'' a ship's mast at full sail! Snap, boom, it was just ''gone''!"
* "I saw her bring an injured hyur to Fallgourd Float... then hire an adventurer to shoot the poor woman if she tried to leave! What kind of horrible creature would do such a thing?"
* "Shh! Keep it down! I heard she pushed someone off th' side of the city when he talked bad about her an' Seekers, then set 'im on fire on th' way down!"

====Rare rumours====
* "L'yhta's family is looking for her, and they're worried sick that she's going to fall in with a bad crowd or get killed."
* "She travels between here, Gridania, and Ul'dah a lot -- I bet she's a secret assassin working for some rich noble."
* "That green-haired miqo'te she's been hanging around? They're lovers, I heard. Yeah -- and that older elezen she's around, too, and those two lalafell with the staves. Typical miqo'te, bedding anything with a heartbeat..."

====What PCs are saying====

* "L'yhta? She is a tad excitable, yes, but then she tends to find exciting things. It all balances out, really, and it makes for interesting stories to tell." --[[Sazhi'to Bajhiri]]
* "A female who shares my distaste for the tribes. Fancies herself a sorcerer, too. She'll definitely be a good resource if she's half as learned as she claims to be." -- [[Fio Arasgain]]
* "A very good friend. Always good for a hug! And for exploring dangerous ruins with reckless disregard for our own well-being." - [[Kellach Woods]]
* "Oh- L'yhta! The sorcerer, hm? Hells, I really meant to speak with her again- she inspired me to try and take up more of the magical arts than I thought ''plausible'' before. I am still ''quite'' interested to see how she managed to meld Arcanima and Thaumaturgey, and those experiments ''did'' sound intriguing. ... I wonder if she remembers me; how time gets away up here. . ." -- [[Xavarian Mystrife]]
* "L'yhta's adorable. She's got a neat way of talking and some of the stuff's over my head but I can tell she's got a good heart! Plus she's a lot like me in some ways. More than the Miqo'te thing, and she doesn't have the glowy hair, but still..." -- [[Karaki Crystalis]]
* "L'yhta is my closest friend, my sister, and my most trusted confidant. There are not words to describe what she means to me, but suffice it to say that I would give everything for her sake. Whether it be delving into dangerous ruins, facing down hordes of enemies, or unlocking the mysteries of this world, I know I can count on her, and she on me." - [[Llaine Tetheros]]

===Known Haunts===
You might have run into or otherwise know L'yhta from:

* Mornings at the Bismarck in Limsa Lominsa, where she's usually there just after dawn for tea and fruit.
* All three magical guilds, which she regularly frequents and almost always with a journal in hand.
* The shores of La Noscea (particularly near Mist), where she's known to go swimming on a somewhat regular basis.
* Raids on Garlean encampments and Castrums, both formal and informal.

==References==
[[Image:Lyhta_Mahre_Face_2.png|thumb|300px|right|''"Time to be Big Damn Heroes!"'']]
* [http://ffxiv-roleplayers.com/showthread.php?tid=2688&pid=36966#pid36966 100 Questions About L'yhta]
* [http://ffxiv-roleplayers.com/showthread.php?tid=1999&pid=39718#pid39718 Character references (for art)]
* [http://ffxiv-roleplayers.com/showthread.php?tid=3266&pid=40557#pid40557 RP connections wanted for L'yhta]
* [http://ffxiv-roleplayers.com/showthread.php?tid=3039 You might know L'yhta from...]
* [http://ffxiv-roleplayers.com/showthread.php?tid=3227 What L'yhta eats]
* [http://ffxiv-roleplayers.com/showthread.php?tid=3144 Where L'yhta sleeps]

===OOC Inspirations===
<section begin=featured-blurb />
L'yhta is inspired by [[Wikipedia:Eleventh Doctor|Matt Smith's Eleventh Doctor]] -- particularly her "devil may care" attitude and wild overconfidence -- as well as [[wikipedia:Lina Inverse|Lina Inverse]]. Apparently, she also shares a fair number of characteristics with [[Wikipedia:Leslie Knope|Leslie Knope]] (in her loyalty and need to control situations) and [[Wikipedia:Scott Pilgrim|Scott Pilgrim]] (particularly in how self-absorbed she can be). Her casual disregard for danger and general expectation that everything will inevitably turn out in her favor is disturbingly similar to that of [[Wikipedia:Sterling Archer|Sterling Archer]].
<section end=featured-blurb />

Llaine Tetheros

2016-03-14T17:52:22Z

FreelanceWizard: /* What PCs are saying */ Rumour update!

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| name = Llaine Tetheros
| image = Llaine_new.png
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| caption = The Black Flame Knight
| title = Knight of the Crystal
| gender = Female
| citizenship = Ul'dah
| race = Hyur
| clan = Highlander
| stat_1 = Age
| stat_1_value = 34
| stat_2 = Height
| stat_2_value = 5 fulms, 10 ilms
| stat_3 = Weight
| stat_3_value = 230 ponze
| stat_4 = Profession
| stat_4_value = Adventurer
| stat_5 = Patron Deity
| stat_5_value = Hydaelyn
| stat_6 = Server
| stat_6_value = Balmung
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'''Llaine Tetheros''' is a Hyur Highlander from Ul'dah, daughter of a wealthy Ul'dahn merchant, and ex-Immortal Flame. She is currently a veteran adventurer and member of the Ivory Tower, where she studies magic as a spellsword, weaving her martial prowess and magicks together. She is an adherent of Hydaelyn, and worships the Mother Crystal as her patron deity.

==Appearance==
Llaine is a Highlander of average to above-average height (roughly 5'10") with raven black hair, highlighted red, and mocha skin. She has complete heterochromia, with one turquoise blue and one seafoam green eye. A long scar adorns her right eye. She has dark freckles on her face, and if the Tetheros family had any traces of Ala Mhigan lineage in them it is long gone, with generations of their family able to be traced throughout Ul'dah's history. Her build is toned and athletic, able to show off clearly defined muscle groups when flexing but otherwise sleek when relaxed. A plethora of scars cover her body, each a wound sustained in combat, and at one time used as a mark of pride as a warrior. Now she often covers them in heavy plate or thick leather, preferring coats or modest clothing over revealing outfits. Her speech is eloquent and educated, and she shows no hint of the usual Ul'dahn accent.

Despite her knight's demeanor, she does still like to exhibit her feminine side, and will often wear her hair down, in long flowing curls, and when not girded for combat enjoys jewelry, fine robes, and light makeup.

==History==
Llaine Tetheros was born to wealth and affluence, the eldest daughter of an Ul'dahn merchant and his wife. Soon enough she was graced with a younger sister and brother, and she and her sister became fast friends while growing up. All three of the Tetheros children enjoyed a fine education and upper class rearing, complete with art lessons, chocobo riding, and decorum. When not training to represent the Tetheros family in the upper class of Ul'dah, Llaine and her sister Liara would play together, often descending into the lower streets of the city to find trouble. Llaine took to weapons early, learning swordplay from the Tetheros family head of security, and proved herself a capable combatant even in her young age. Meanwhile, her sister and brother were the ones who took well to the scales and micromanagement of Ul'dah's ultra-competitive market scene, yet it was still Llaine who was lauded as the Tetheros family heir. Liara and Liam continued to live in her shadow, despite Llaine's unpopular decision to forego the family business and join the Immortal Flames, and soon enough at age 16 she did just that, joining as a private under the command of the Flame General.

Soon after Llaine joined the Flames, she fell out of touch with her sister, who until then had kept up writing to her. Llaine was concerned, and a bit saddened, but her duties to the Flames kept her mostly occupied. More years passed, uneventful, until Llaine, now 23 years old and a Sergeant in the Flames, received word that her sister had disappeared. Llaine, fearing for Liara's safety, took temporary leave from the Flames to search for her. It did not take her long to find her sister, however, standing in the middle of a field of blood and surrounded by bodies. Liara had slaughtered dozens of men, women, and children, and when Llaine confronted her, she gave only an insane laugh and blamed Llaine and the shadow she cast, which Liara sought to escape from. After a brief clash which left both women scarred physically, Liara escaped, leaving Llaine to lament her sister's downfall in the pouring rains.

Years passed without a whisper of Liara's whereabouts, and Llaine continued her duties within the Flames, eventually becoming a Sergeant First Class just prior to the Battle of Carteneau and the Calamity. Llaine took part in the battle, escaping the fiery destruction rained upon the Eorzean Alliance by Bahamut, and ended her service with the Flames after that, becoming a wandering adventurer. Not long thereafter she joined the Sword and Rose Order as a close personal bodyguard of T'nara Fariq (later Katara Shadowalker) and [[Konner Kinkaid]]. During her stay with the Order, she learned of Liara's fate: she now led a band of revolutionaries called the Sons of Rhalgr, and the two forces met on the fields of Coerthas to settle things once and for all. While the Order and the Sons of Rhalgr battled fiercely around them, Llaine and Liara drew steel for their final confrontation. After a blazing duel, Llaine emerged victorious, albeit gravely injured, ending her sister's life and the Sons of Rhalgr for good. Llaine continued to serve Konner and the Order after their battle with Liara's forces, eventually serving as one of Konner's closest advisers before she vanished from Eorzea for a time.

Now back from her sojourn, Llaine has taken up worship of Hydaelyn, the Mother Crystal, and become a wandering adventurer again, doing good deeds and lending aid wherever it may be needed in the name of the Crystal. She has rejoined her old friend [[L'yhta Mahre]] in Mysterium, the Ivory Tower, to expand on her magic abilities, and has begun laying the groundwork for the reformed Ebon Watch, the Tower's martial order.

==Personality==
Llaine has a very strong sense of morality and justice, and it comes through in her stern demeanor when facing down ne'er-do-wells or battling the forces of evil. Typically, though, she has a carefree and laid-back air about her, even if her posture and bearing can suggest otherwise. She tries to come across as motherly, or like a big sister, offering wisdom and advice when it is requested, and protecting her friends and loved ones when necessary. She tends to dive headlong into the unknown, preferring to lead the charge rather than follow, as the safety of her comrades always takes priority over her own. She is selfless, sometimes to the point of being sanctimonious, and can be a bit preachy at times.

Bubbling just below the surface is a bloodlust she once tapped into for power before becoming an adherent of Hydaelyn, and if pushed too far, will allow it to overtake her, driving her into a ferocious frenzy of steel.

==Affiliations and Known Associates==
* [[L'yhta Mahre]] - Llaine's closest friend next to Eamont, she greatly enjoys L'yhta's company and their discussions of life and the world. She enjoys L'yhta's viewpoints on things and more than once, the plucky Miqo'te mage has helped Llaine see a problem from a fresh perspective. Llaine is more than happy to take on the mantle of L'yhta's "big sister."
* [[Eamont Desormaux]] - The second of Llaine's closest friends, Llaine looks up to Eamont as a confidant and source of wisdom when her own runs dry. She lived with Eamont for a spell after returning to Eorzea and the two grew even closer than before. Llaine would give anything for Eamont's sake, though she would never tell him that.
* [[Clalaris Sil Laris]] - Llaine is relatively well-acquainted with the Tower's most popular lalafell, having had a few conversations with her prior to Llaine's disappearance, and again after her return. She respects Clalaris as a mage and fellow Tower member.
* [[Sazhi'to Bajhiri]] - Sazhi'to did some crafting work for Llaine prior to her disappearance, and now after her return, the two share a friendly acquaintance. As with most of the Tower's mages, Llaine respects his abilities as a mage.
* [[Nataru Rahz]] - Llaine has conversed with this chipper Miqo'te monk on several occasions, usually alongside Nataru's Au Ra fiancee. She works in the tavern Llaine frequents on her travels, and their conversation is always lighthearted.
* [[Hageshi No Valirelia]] - Nataru's lover, Vali once gave Llaine some very valuable advice. Though Llaine finds Vali to be somewhat of an enigma at times, the relationship between Vali and Nataru always warms Llaine's heart.
* [[Kurenai Nagi]] - Llaine once assisted in retrieving this Raen fortune-teller from a well-meaning but misguided guardian, and has remained cordial and friendly with her since. She seems nice enough, and Llaine is very willing to help the young Au Ra in whatever way she can.
==Characteristics==
* '''Nicknames''': None
* '''Age''': 34
** '''Nameday''': 9th Sun of the 12th Umbral Moon
* '''Gender''': Female
** '''Sexuality''': Bisexual
** '''Marital Status''': Single
* '''Alignment''': Chaotic Good
* '''Height''': 5'10"
* '''Weight''': 230lbs
* '''Body''': Athletic
* '''Hair''': Black w/red highlights
* '''Eyes''': Complete heterochromia, blue/green
* '''Skin''': Mocha

===Likes===
* Tea
* Cheesecake
* Well-made swords
* Flying her Mana Cutter
* '''JUSTICE'''

===Dislikes===
* Beast tribes
* Primals
* Monetarists
* Tart fruit drinks
* Lobsters

===Areas of Expertise===
* '''Martial''': Axes, swords/shields, claymores
* '''Crafting''': None
* '''Other''': Mining

===Strengths===
* Strong moral fiber
* Literally really strong
* Educated
* World-wise
* Strong sense of duty

===Weaknesses===
* Sanctimonious
* No strong marketable skills outside of combat
* Can be snarky when annoyed
* Can fall prey to bloodlust if pushed too far
* Narrow-minded view of beast tribes

==Other Notes==
===Religion===
Worships '''Hydaelyn''', the Mother Crystal

===Quirks===
Llaine, while not generally preferring one gender over the other when it comes to romance, does have a weakness for female Miqo'te. She also has a weakness for cheesecake, and it is the quickest way to garner her favor. She has a tendency to wax poetic when struck with a particular determination about something, and will make sweeping declarations apropos of nothing.

===Equipment===
Llaine usually carries a weapon of some sort, be it sword, axe, or claymore, and tends to only dress casually when relaxing at home. Her favored set of armor is a lightweight jacket with steel gauntlets and greaves, well-suited to travelling. She carries a satchel containing general goods for the road, as well as weapon maintenance kits and an assortment of crystals for bartering, on top of her usual gil allowance.

===Rumours===
The following rumours can be heard about Llaine, predominantly in Ul'dah. (If your character has an opinion about her, feel free to add it here.)

====Common rumours====
* "Eldest daughter of Leoric Tetheros, she is. Aye, the wealthy one."
* "Used to run in the mercenary circles, went by the name Scarlet Blade."
* "Sergeant Tetheros? Aye, I served with her. Damn fine soldier. Shame to watch her go after Carteneau."

====Uncommon rumours====
* "Heard her sister went batty an' killed a bunch o' folk."
* "Saw her in Vesper Bay with a pirate crew. Least I think it was her. Who are we talking about, again?"

====Rare rumours====
* "She funnels money to the revolutionaries. No secret she's a staunch Royalist. What do you mean, 'it is a big secret'?"

====What PCs are saying====

* "Llaine's just... I can't even put into words how I feel about her, you know? She's my desert rose, my rock, my truly better half. And! If you try to hurt her, I'll turn you to ash." --[[L'yhta Mahre]]
* " Llaine shares the name of my first love...and in some ways many of her characteristics. She's a wonderful person and a true hero that others can look up to. Her love for our home is inspiring and has even gotten me wanting to join her cause....hells she's a damn fine role model if you ask me. She's one of a kind and i'm really glad I've gotten to know her." --[[Nataru Rahz]]
* "I've seen her coming out of a house I used to nap at. The guy's, like, her nunh you know? Suspicious, right!? But don't tell her I told you. She carries a big sword!" -- [[Karaki Crystalis]]
* "Met her one day about in Ul'dah, she took me a bit by surprise. But I wouldn't exchange our encounter we had for all the gil in the Saucer." -- [[Okhi Lyehga]]

===Known Haunts===
You might have run into or otherwise know Llaine from:

* The Quicksand
* Hall of Flames
* Revenant's Toll

===OOC Inspirations===
Agrias Oaks from Final Fantasy Tactics was a big inspiration for Llaine's personality, and her desert warrior heritage was inspired by the ancient Persians.

L'yhta Mahre

2016-02-12T18:56:44Z

FreelanceWizard:

{{Infobox-character
| name = L'yhta Mahre
| image = Lyhta-tiergan.jpg
| imagewidth = 350
| caption = L'yhta, envisioned by '''Tiergan'''
| title = Stupendiferous Magnifijestic Mage
| gender = Female
| citizenship = Limsa Lominsa
| race = Miqo'te
| clan = Seekers of the Sun
| server = Balmung
| stat_1 = Age
| stat_1_value = 24
| stat_2 = Height
| stat_2_value = Tall (5 fulms, 5 ilms)
| stat_3 = Weight
| stat_3_value = Thin, somewhat muscular (120-130 ponz)
| stat_4 = Profession
| stat_4_value = "Lady Sorceress"
| stat_5 = Patron Deity
| stat_5_value = The Mothercrystal (so she claims)
}}
'''L'yhta Mahre''' (LEE-tah MAH-ray), formally known as '''Yhta of the Vipers, sired by L'mahre Nunh''' and commonly as '''Lyta''' (lie-TUH), is a miqo'te Seeker of the Sun who nominally lives in Limsa Lominsa. She was once the Voice of [http://www.themysterium.org Mysterium], but is now just one of its Masters. Her formal address in the Ivory Tower is Wizard Yhta Mahre, Master of Mysterium, Thaumaturge, Conjurer, Arcanist; by Aether illuminated, Seeker of Destinies.

==Appearance==
L'yhta is a tall (approximately 5' 5") miqo'te female with dark skin and long dark purple hair that she keeps tied back out of her face. She has bright, almost iridescent heliotrope eyes with the usual slits of her clan. Her tail is quite long for a Seeker of the Sun and, like her ears, often expressive. Her build is thin and gangly; she's not particularly shapely, though she has lately put on a bit of wiry muscle. Her face has the markings inherent to some of the Seekers of the Sun -- three on each side in an tiger stripe pattern. L'yhta's voice is an untrained [[Wikipedia:Mezzo-soprano#Dramatic|dramatic mezzo-soprano]], fairly low for someone her size. She doesn't exhibit much of an accent, if any, when she speaks, except perhaps when she's particularly inebriated.

As of late, L'yhta's begun dying her hair and tail regularly, as well as changing her hair style seemingly at a whim. This began after she took a "sabbatical" to Greencliff around the time of the Starlight Celebration in the 5th year of the Seventh Umbral Era; exactly why that prompted her to take such a whimsical, impulsive approach to her hair has yet to be disclosed.

==History==
[[Image:L'yhta Mahre by Emadra.JPG|300px|left|thumb|L'yhta, envisioned by '''Emadra''']]
In western La Noscea resides the small fishing village of Greencliff, named for its high cliffs and its relatively dense, yet small, nearby forest. The village was originally home to a small population of Sea Wolves, but they found themselves outnumbered by an influx of Seekers of the Sun approximately 95 years ago when L'sharhl Nunh established the area as hunting grounds for the Viper tribe and assumed the title of nunh there. As the miqo'te made their homes in the area and largely shifted to an agricultural and aquacultural lifestyle, the Roegadyn population slowly decreased, eventually leaving the village almost entirely to the newcomers. It was into this settled branch of the Vipers that L'yhta was born, the fifth child of L'arhi Xahlo and L'mahre Nunh.

L'yhta's early life was unremarkable; she had no especially outstanding characteristics other than a quick wit and a keen mind -- neither of which were particularly impressive, much less useful, in a village used to eking out a living through fishing and the occasional felling of lumber to fuel [[Limsa Lominsa]]'s demand for ships. As far as the other miqo'te of Greencliff were concerned, what was remarkable about L'yhta was exactly how unremarkable she was. The tall girl proved to be passable with an axe, vaguely competent with the spear, moderately capable of catching fish, and not especially attractive, either. This surprised those who expected great things of the children of L'mahre Nunh and L'arhi Xahlo. L'mahre was considered by most to be one of the branch's greater nunh; his physical strength and virility were highly praised. L'arhi, for her part, had borne seven children, an impressive number by any standards. The only son she bore him, L'rhilo Tia, was held as a pure example of miqo'te excellence. With gleaming golden hair, dashing features, lightning reflexes, and sparkling silver and gold heterochromic eyes, he was already beginning to turn the heads of the women of the tribe and sparking rumours that he'd prove to be the next nunh. L'yhta's sisters were equally fine specimens: tall, beautiful, and possessed of a nearly regal grace. By contrast, the lanky, average L'yhta was quite a disappointment. Nevertheless, L'arhi remained supportive, hoping that her fifth child would find ''something'' at which she'd be more than just minimally competent, even if that were simply bearing children to the nunh. For her part, the often isolated L'yhta spent a great deal of time staring out into the stars and across the sea and wondering if her destiny were always to be so painfully mundane.

Then, the Calamity changed everything. Bahamut's fire scourged the land, and amidst the chaos, L'mahre Nunh was struck by a shower of superheated shards of rock. While he survived, he lost a leg and an arm in the attack. Unwilling to see someone else lay his father low, L'rhilo Tia challenged him for the position of nunh. The fight was short; it took mere moments for the son to defeat the father. The tribe looked on as L'rhilo, hovering over the fallen nunh, exchanged brief whispered words with him -- then tore out his throat. To this day, no one knows exactly what L'mahre said to L'rhilo; some suggest the father asked his son to end his suffering, while others whisper that the once nunh begged for mercy and L'rhilo killed him anyway. Regardless of the truth, L'rhilo Tia became L'rhilo Nunh that day, and he celebrated the victory that night with some of the most beautiful women of the tribe.

It wasn't long after he ascended to the position of nunh that L'rhilo came to L'yhta to ask her to his bed. While it wasn't unexpected that he'd attempt to carry on the impressive lineage of his mother and father, what surprised everyone (especially L'yhta) was when he passed over her elder sisters in favor of a lanky 16 year old. L'yhta doesn't discuss what exactly he said to her, other than that he made it abundantly clear that he expected her to do her duty to the tribe and bear his children. What the whole tribe knows is what happened next: when the sun rose the next day, L'yhta was gone.

To this day, L'yhta isn't entirely sure what prompted her to flee her fate. She would like to believe it was her wanderlust and curiosity pulling her away from a fettered life, but it was more likely due to the arrogant, lascivious, and forceful insistence of someone she'd previously trusted and saw as a friend. Rather than acquiesce, L'yhta collected some food, a spare set of clothes, and some small carved shells and pearls given to her by her mother, then headed south towards the only landmark she knew: a large lighthouse. It was there that she was able to trade the pearls for gil, then use the gil to travel to Limsa Lominsa to start a new life.

L'yhta was naturally overwhelmed by Limsa Lominsa when she first arrived. What struck her most of all was the way the miqo'te there acted. They were overly cheerful, extremely outgoing, and entirely willing to use their bodies to their advantage (and sometimes profit). Unwilling to take up any of the "trades" that were not so gently suggested to her by the city's more salty inhabitants, L'yhta instead wandered the city, using the last of her gil to secure lodging while she tried to figure out her next step. It was during one of these walks that she quite literally ran into Robert Fletcher, an antiquated hyur with piercing green eyes and an explosion of white hair bursting from his head. Little did she know that this man was a powerful Thaumaturge and also the Voice of the Wizards' Choir; she also wasn't aware that he'd been watching her, intrigued by a Seeker of the Sun without a purpose but a gift for the arcane. Robert took her in and introduced her to the three disciplines of magic, and was pleased to see her quickly learn to command her own Aether as well as to call upon that of the land. For her part, L'yhta was both shocked and ecstatic that she'd finally found something that she wouldn't make a fool of herself at -- something where her skill would live up to the name of her father. As part of her training, Robert introduced her to the rituals of the Choir and inducted her as his apprentice.

For the next four years, L'yhta lived with Robert, who she viewed as a quirky grandfather, and trained under him and the five other superannuated Chairs of the Choir. She came to love her strange new family of aging spellcasters, and they, while they could be annoyed by her youthful enthusiasm, cared for her as an adpoted child. Sadly, this life wouldn't last for long. In year 5 of the seventh umbral era, the Choir was requested by the Foreign Levy to help defend the city against a Sahagin assault. Ultimately, the Maelstrom won the battle, but at a terrible cost -- all of the Choir's members were struck down save L'yhta, who Robert insisted stay behind the lines. When she rushed to her mentor's side, his last words stuck in her memory: ''"Sing with a new Choir, young Voice."''

Since she's continued her training within the various magical guilds of Eorzea, L'yhta has discovered that she possesses the Echo. She theorizes this might be why she has such a faculty for channeling Aether, though more importantly, she's ''quite sure'' this means that she has a great destiny she needs to fulfill.

==Personality==
[[Image:Lyhta-levecard.jpg|200px|left|A guildleve card for L'yhta, by '''Nahue''']]
L'yhta is typical of many Seekers of the Sun in that she can be impulsive and tends to speak her mind; like her brethren, she shows her emotions readily, which often makes her seem more flighty and impulsive than she actually is. She's somewhat naïve, tending to believe that people are usually good, that evil is always apparent and obvious, and that everyone wants to hear and see truth spoken to power. It helps that she has a sharp wit and a constant enthusiasm, though this latter trait sometimes grates on others' nerves. At times, she can be self-centered, petulant, and altogether childish, especially when her naivete about the world is challenged, when something stands between her and her goals, when she makes what she perceives to be a mistake, or when she feels like she's lost control of a situation. When her friends are threatened -- or when she ''perceives'' that they're being threatened or have been wronged by the forces of "Evil and Awful" -- she can be stubbornly dismissive and brutally violent and tends not to react well if asked to stay her hand, turning her ire on those same friends instead. In general, L'yhta is quite open about her feelings; if she likes you, you'll know it, and if she doesn't like you or is angry with you, she'll make ''sure'' you know that. Subtlety and deception aren't typically part of her repertoire.

L'yhta is also known to put on a bit of a haughty air when discussions of race come up. To L'yhta, miqo'te who fall into the "cute, sexy cat" stereotype -- "domesticated kittens," as she calls them -- are denigrating their whole race and contributing to the hypersexualization of miqo'te women. She also holds the other races with a degree of contempt for supporting this behavior by employing miqo'te as dancers and prostitutes. However, L'yhta also holds no love for tribal miqo'te, who she feels are limiting themselves and their race in addition to participating in what she now considers a barbaric system of mating. Her time in Limsa Lominsa has given her a strong desire for freedom and a respect for the dual virtues of self-sufficiency and teamwork, and the incompatibility of these with tribal miqo'te culture is part of why she holds it in such contempt.

Generally, L'yhta is fairly reserved in large social gatherings where she doesn't know most of the people there. She tends to keep to herself, away from the crowd. If approached, she's her usual gregarious, talkative self, but she doesn't seek out interactions (unless she happens to notice something that captures her eye, such as a Nymian relic or new spell). In bars in and around Limsa Lominsa, this tends to cause a fair number of rumours about "t'at mage drownin' 'er sorrows at th' end of th' bar." As she doesn't particularly enjoy "people-watching," she typically shies away from particularly raucous taverns unless brought there by someone she knows or they're one of her usual haunts (such as the Missing Member).

Like a young college student, L'yhta believes she's figured the world out thanks to her newfound knowledge and experience, and this has driven her to arrogantly make rash, ill-advised decisions. In general, though, L'yhta's motivated to help others and make the world a better place, even if lately she's taken on a rather significant anti-authoritarian streak. In D&D terms, her alignment is '''Chaotic Good'''. In Palladium terms, she's closest to '''Unprincipled''' these days (though she has some disturbingly '''Aberrant''' behaviors).

==Affiliations and Known Associates==
L'yhta is a citizen of Limsa Lominsa and a member of the Foreign Levy of the Maelstrom; technically speaking, she holds the rank of Second Storm Lieutenant, though both she and the Maelstrom largely consider that honorary, and she certainly wouldn't use it except, perhaps, to pull rank on an intransigent supply officer or hapless private in a moment of great need. Additionally, as part of the cooperative exchange program established by the three Grand Companies, she often acts as a consultant on matters of magic for the Immortal Flames and the Twin Adder. Finally, L'yhta is a Master of [http://mysterium.realitywerks.com Mysterium], an order of mages based out of Limsa Lominsa.

In particular, L'yhta has been known to have significant connections with (in no particular order, save that NPCs are last):

* [[Clalaris Sil Laris]] -- A lalafellin conjurer and, it's rumoured, white mage of Gridania is one of her closest friends. L'yhta feels she can talk to her about anything, which has led to more than a few awkward conversations.
* [[Nathalanee Reinhart]] -- This miqo'te bard is quite clearly L'yhta's girlfriend, even though the two of them make a bit of a half-hearted effort at keeping the relationship semi-secret (perhaps as an in-joke). Interestingly, the two live fairly independent lives, and L'yhta has noted that Nathalanee's confidence and independence are two of her more attractive characteristics.
* [[Eamont Desormaux]] -- This elezen conjurer is essentially L'yhta's surrogate father, though some believe their relationship is rather more than platonic.
* [[Seth Honeybrew]] -- Seth is, quite shockingly, the only person from whom L'yhta will accept casual racism towards miqo'te. Exactly why she's willing to laugh off from Seth what from others would usually get a verbal barrage isn't clear, but it is clear she considers him a good friend.
* [[Sazhi'to Bajhiri]] -- L'yhta feels a particular kinship to Sazhi'to (who she often just calls "Sazhi"), as both of them are, in her mind, refugees from tribal malfeasance. As for his sister, Mholi... L'yhta would be fine pushing her off a cliff.
* [[Rosamund Cartwright]] -- A rich daughter of Limsa Lominsa, Roz is one of L'yhta best friends.
* [[Racilian Lyenum]] -- "Raci," who was once a member of the Ivory Tower, is one of her friends and can always bring a smile to her face.
* [[Garryson Shipkeeper]] -- These two are known to, when they meet, get into deep conversations of philosophy, allegedly fueled by their mutual ability to put down large quantities of hard liquor. Whether or not drink is involved, though, L'yhta has a deep respect for his thoughts and counsel.
* [[Gus Pumpkinweed]] -- Gus was once one of L'yhta's apprentices, and the two of them got along quite well (perhaps due to the fact that they both have a strong drive towards excellence). She's ecstatic to hear that he's now opened a business of his own.
* [[Kevaraan Annorek]] -- This troubled miqo'te lancer was one of L'yhta's close friends before the Seventh Astral Era. She presumes him dead at this point, though she hopes he's just found a place
* [[R'kyala Mahji]] -- Since the two of them met through Camille, they've gotten along smashingly, perhaps because they both act like chocobos hopped up on X-Ethers.
* [[Paran Hywel]] -- A distance has formed between L'yhta and Paran since certain events involving a voidsent. While she's pleasantly surprised at his new interest in magic theory, she remains wary of the instability she saw in him.
* [[Camille Everardi]] -- L'yhta enjoys Camille's company and her keen intellect and ability to plan. She feels Camille is wise beyond her years.
* [[K'hane Tariq]] -- Since she was released from the influence of a powerful voidsent, K'hane's returned to "normal," though L'yhta wishes she'd show more of her confidence. "There's got to be a middle ground, right?"
* [[Deitrych Brownlowe]] -- This bounty hunter is viewed by most in the Tower as somewhere between weird and extremely creepy, but L'yhta finds him to be largely misunderstood and quirkily charming. The two have interacted much less after certain revelations regarding his interactions with Clalaris.
* [[Kellach Woods]] -- L'yhta met Kellach at a beach party when he was still an employee of XI:7. She likes both his enthusiasm and humbleness, and she'd like to show him more magic as she feels he has a strong talent for the art.
* [[Fio Arasgain]] -- This chef at the Bismarck and skilled warrior is someone L'yhta respects, as he's a fellow refugee from the tribal life. She feels they have a lot in common and could become closer friends.
* [[Aireiel Shipkeeper]] -- The significant other of Garryson Shipkeeper, she's been through a lot of hardships, and L'yhta respects the fact that she's come out of them with her mind intact. She does wish she'd come a bit more out of her shell, though.
* [[Karaki Crystalis]] -- After a rocky start, L'yhta's found that she and this miqo'te from the East have a lot in common. She considers him a friend and hopes to be able to "correct" his less personable qualities.
* [[Cliodhna Eoghan]] -- Cliodhna and L'yhta have crossed paths a few times, and they've a friendship forged on a mutual love of fun and helping others.
* [[Sasari Sari]] -- L'yhta gets along well with Sasari, or so she believes, and is quite interested in figuring out how to help her in better controlling her magicks.
* [[Sasani Sani]] -- Perhaps surprisingly, L'yhta can in fact tell Sasari and Sasani apart. She thinks Sasani is particularly sweet, particularly when she's with [[Jessika Saphir|Jessika]].
* Cieranaux Aramont -- Robert Fletcher's apprentice prior to L'yhta, Cieranaux has nothing but disrespect for her and typically lobs idle insults and cliché attacks in her direction -- a way to show his distaste for her while reminding her that she's, to him, nothing more than a trifle that doesn't warrant a more serious effort. After nearly murdering him and being pulled back from the brink by two of her friends, she's decided to just dismiss him as not worth her trouble.
* Volkido Tekido -- Robert Fletcher's personal assistant, this lalafell is the majordomo of the Ivory Tower and also acts as L'yhta's personal assistant. As much as he complains about being put upon by these "wizards with their heads in the clouds," and the "foolish girl" that he's "stuck with," Volkido cares deeply for her and the other wizards.
* L'ehli Tia -- When L'yhta last went to Greencliff, this tia -- one of her nephews by her eldest sister -- followed her back. Volkido has set him up with an apartment using L'yhta's funds so he can remain in the city; he's currently training at the Coral Tower to join the Yellowjackets.
* Solaxia -- L'yhta's agreed to, along with Clalaris, train this excitable sylph in the ways of magic. While Solaxia would much rather learn Thaumaturgy from Stompy One (as she calls L'yhta), L'yhta's pushed the sylph to learn Conjury from Moogle One (aka Clalaris) first.
* Lydia Burroughs -- This alleged defector from the Garleans was complicit in a dire crime committed against one of L'yhta's best friends. L'yhta told Nathalanee she wanted her to decide how to handle the captive, and so Lydia was turned over to the Twin Adder for debriefing despite L'yhta's misgivings. While she hopes the hyur can make good on the second chance she's been given, L'yhta is keeping a close eye on her and won't hesitate to try to put an end to this experiment if it goes even the least bit awry.

==Characteristics==
[[Image:L'yhtaMahreFlat.jpg|right|thumb|300px|L'yhta, envisioned by [http://mitchfoust.deviantart.com Mitch Foust]]]
* '''Nicknames''': Lyta (to most non-miqo'te), Yhta (to very close friends only)
* '''Age''': 24
** '''Nameday''': 12th sun of the 3rd Astral Moon, 1555 of 6th Astral Era
* '''Gender''': Female
** '''Sexuality''': Largely heterosexual, though with certain exceptions
** '''Marital Status''': Single, more or less
* '''Alignment''': Chaotic Good/Unprincipled
* '''Height''': 5 fulms, 5 ilms
* '''Weight''': Generally around 120 to 130 ponz
* '''Body''': Thin, lanky, but with a wiry musculature
* '''Hair''': Varies, but naturally, long, straight, and violet
* '''Eyes''': Iridescent heliotrope
* '''Skin''': Dark with light facial markings
* '''Clothing''': In public, she tends to robes, pants or leggings, high boots, and ring guards or fingerless gloves. As of late, she's also been wearing fairly "daring" outfits involving short skirts and light, sleeveless tops. Her choice of clothing in public is as fluid as her mood, though unless she has no alternative, she never wears armor heavier than a breastplate or chain-backed robes and heavy leather boots. In private, she usually wears leggings and a bandeau top, light and minimal smallclothes, or nothing at all.

===Likes===
* Music and dancing
* Battle and violence (though she'd only confess to "battles to protect people")
* Jellied fruits -- or any fruit, really
* Conversation, especially about magic, philosophy, and religion
* Proving how great she is
* Being surprised by someone's knowledge and talents
* Being teased (though she'd ''never'' admit that)
* Confident people who don't take themselves or life too seriously

===Dislikes===
* Probing questions about her tribal past or ''especially'' about her sexuality
* Being corrected, even when she's clearly screwed up
* Miqo'te females who fit the "cute" or "sexy" stereotype, as well as those who support tribal culture
* People who deny her "clearly obvious brilliance"
* The nobility and anyone else who seek to impose their will on others
* Arrogant people, especially those who claim noble blood or divine right
* "Fanatic cultists:" Ishgardians, Garleans, and sometimes Gridanians (depending on how much they use "the will of the Elementals" to justify their actions)

[[Image:Lyhta mahre sanguinefenrir.png|right|thumb|300px|L'yhta envisioned by '''sanguineFenrir''']]
===Areas of Expertise===
* '''Martial''': Thaumaturgy, Arcanima, Conjury; Thaumaturgy is her strongest Discipline, followed by Arcanima, then Conjury.
** L'yhta has a strong amateur's skill in one-handed swordplay, but rarely uses it in the field except to advance her research or if she has no other options.
* '''Crafting''': Engraving, magitek modification
** She has some experience in alchemy and goldsmithing, but is a rough beginner except where they're necessary for her research. She knows enough tailoring to patch her own clothes. Mostly, she relies on others to keep her non-magical equipment and clothes in good shape.
* '''Other''': Magic theory, literacy, area knowledge, vocal performance, dancing, being insufferably upbeat
** L'yhta's particular area of expertise in magic theory is what she calls "esotery" -- archaic and often "odd" practices of magic that don't neatly fit into the three Disciplines. This includes melding the different Disciplines together to produce novel effects.

===Strengths===
* '''Magically adept''': L'yhta has a considerable natural talent for weaving Aether and practices all three Disciplines of Magic (though she's not ''nearly'' as great as she thinks she is).
* '''Driven''': When she's set her mind to something, it's very difficult to dissuade her.
* '''Witty''': L'yhta can be pretty quick with a quip or a joke about a situation, even in the midst of a pitched battle.
* '''Active''': If nothing else, L'yhta is a constant dynamo of energy. She does have an "off switch," so to speak, but most of the time, she's always in motion.
* '''Sidethinker''': When she does actually deign to plan, she's good at coming up with unexpected alternative solutions to problems.
* '''High alcohol tolerance''': As a result of growing up with small beers and her training with the Wizards' Choir (some of which involved heavy drinking and the consumption of "recreational" herbs and potions), L'yhta has a shockingly high alcohol tolerance, especially for someone her size. It's said she's drunk even salty Roegadyn sailors under the table, though not without having to be carried out of the tavern afterwards.
* '''Optimistic''': Everything's going to be great, Eorzea's heading to a greater tomorrow, and there's no way we can make the same mistakes of the past -- or so L'yhta believes. Going hand in hand with her naivete, she's boundlessly optimistic and typically views the bright side of any situation.

===Weaknesses===
* '''Physically inept''': Without "cheating" through the use of magic (or magitek), L'yhta is about as physically threatening as a clumsy Mealvaan's Gate desk clerk. It takes her considerable effort to work around this limitation, and so if she's caught unawares and without the tools of her trade, she's not particularly dangerous.
* '''Naive''': L'yhta believes that people are essentially good, that evil is always obvious, and that Good will always triumph over Evil in the end. More subtle and devious forms of wickedness can slip right under her nose, and as a result she's not the best judge of character.
* '''Imperceptive''': It could be her overconfidence blinding her, a consequence of her stubbornness when her mind is on another task, or merely a natural trait, but L'yhta is notably poor at noticing things that are out of the ordinary unless she's explicitly looking for them. As a Seeker of the Sun, her night vision is also fairly poor (which is one reason she likes staves that glow, besides how "stylish" they are). Her lack of perception often even extends to picking up on social cues.
* '''Stubborn''': Going hand in hand with being driven, once she's chosen a course of action -- for good or ill -- she rarely changes her mind unless the situation changes such that she has no other option. If she, for instance, decides someone is evil, it's very difficult to convince her otherwise. Precious few people can get her to second-guess her decisions, particularly in the heat of the moment.
* '''Overconfident''': At present, nothing in the world can convince "Limsa Lominsa's most spectaculofabulous sorcerer" that she's not, in fact, "Utterly Excellent" and "Destined for Great Things." This overconfidence more often than not leads her to take unnecessary, completely foolish risks. One of the most common demonstrations of this is her casually dismissive attitude towards both danger and her enemies. Some suspect that this overconfidence is really just overcompensation for her...
* '''Self-image issues''': As a result of her upbringing, L'yhta feels that magic is the only thing she's actually any good at, and that she has very few other positive qualities. This is usually extremely well-hidden behind her veil of overconfidence, but it comes out from time to time in pointedly negative comments she makes about herself, perseveration on others' off-handed comments about her, and dramatic changes in behavior or clothing based on the observations of others. For instance, a simple "isn't that outfit a little tight for you?" from an acquaintance can get her to run away to change clothes into something dramatically different, even if she were just proudly showing the outfit off.
* '''Lack of planning''': L'yhta rarely plans her actions in advance, preferring instead a "Geronimo!" approach of leaping before she looks. The term "poor impulse control" fits her, and when she feels she has to plan (or is forced to do so), she tends to get fidgety and impatient.

==Other Notes==
[[Image:LyhtaMahreNobootsFinalJPeg-Eckzein.jpg|right|thumb|300px|L'yhta dancing, envisioned by '''Eckzein''']]
[[Image:Lyhta-aria.jpg|right|thumb|300px|L'yhta being smug, envisioned by '''A'ria''']]
[[Image:ChibiMaker-Lyhta.jpg|right|thumb|200px|Chibi L'yhta-chan?!?]]
===Naming===
L'yhta usually uses a slightly simplified version of her name, "Lyta," among non-miqo'te primarily because she dislikes them butchering its actual pronunciation and spelling. It's easier and less obnoxious, in her mind, to just use a name that matches how people would typically read her name anyway. As such, she often uses the alias on legal documents in the city-states to simplify transactions. Among other miqo'te, however, she uses and prefers her real name. In close company, she, like many Seekers of the Sun, is known to drop her tribe letter and call herself Yhta (EE-tah).

===Religion===
L'yhta venerates the Twelve, but doesn't worship them, nor does she recognize any of them as her patron deity. If anything, she views Hydaelyn itself as her patron based on recent events. She feels that the circumstances of her life are proof of two things: one, she's been chosen for a Great Destiny by the Mothercrystal, and two, Nymeia has chosen to bless her, perhaps for this reason. Perhaps surprisingly, L'yhta isn't egotistical or outspoken about either of these beliefs or religion in general. In fact, she's typically awkward in such discussions, approaching them extremely tentatively (especially with regards to the Echo, which she views as both a blessing and a curse that makes her "weird").

===Quirks===
L'yhta adores jellied and candied fruits, and is rarely without a pouch of them. She also tends to introduce herself using made-up adjectives, usually created by forcefully merging two words, to describe her "greatness;" for instance, she's been known to refer to herself as "stupendiferous," "brilliantastic," and "magnifijestic." She'll often apply this sort of puffery to her friends, particularly when introducing them or cheering on their successes.

===Equipment===
L'yhta has acquired through her travels a fairly significant collection of artifacts that can channel and focus Aether, ranging from Nymian books to Allagan rods, from Belah'dian swords to Amdapori staves. Most of her robes and other clothes are commissioned bespoke, then enchanted by her; she spends considerable gil on "looking stylish," as she puts it. She especially likes modern recreations of ancient designs, such as Nymian outfits. However, she does have a relatively small collection of acquired clothing, including some highly magicked smallclothes that she came across in an Ishgardian fortress that'd been overrun by Voidsent.

In addition to this equipment, L'yhta has a wide variety of stolen and modified magitek (including a Reaper she's painted a garish metallic yellow) that she uses along with specialized spells of her own design to either deflect attacks or imbue her weapons -- specifically, a magitek sword -- with magical force. The net effect is that she can become quite difficult to hurt, but her lack of expertise and physical ability leave her relatively inept at actually landing any blows. When she's "cheating" in this way, she can't channel Aether for more direct spells. Despite her best efforts (and probably for the good of Eorzea generally), she remains unable to call forth and precisely control enough Aether to do so, and the effects of the magitek on the local Aetheric flows would make attempts to do so rather unsafe, to put it mildly.

===Rumours===
The following rumours can be heard about L'yhta, predominantly in Limsa Lominsa. (Please feel free to add your character's thoughts here as well.)

====Common rumours====
* "Remember that wizard, Robert Wotshisname? The one with the white hair? Yeah, he was ''totally'' making his bed with that Seeker girl, ifyaknowwhatImean."
* "Nah, she was just leading him on to get his inheritance once he was returned to the sea."
* "I heard she's been working with the Maelstrom as some kind of 'consulting mage' after she stopped some huge fishback ritual."
* "I never seen someone who weren't a kid, drunk, or a whore hug people as much as she does. An' she's no child, so whaddya think that says about her?"

====Uncommon rumours====
* "Remember what I said about her killing her family? She went back to finish the job! Why else's she got black hair now?"
* "Oh, I heard that she actually killed that old man she was bedding! She hit him with a spell while he was fighting on the front lines."
* "I used ta say she had no magical power, b-but... listen, bub, I-I saw her ''vaporize'' a ship's mast at full sail! Snap, boom, it was just ''gone''!"
* "I saw her bring an injured hyur to Fallgourd Float... then hire an adventurer to shoot the poor woman if she tried to leave! What kind of horrible creature would do such a thing?"
* "Shh! Keep it down! I heard she pushed someone off th' side of the city when he talked bad about her an' Seekers, then set 'im on fire on th' way down!"

====Rare rumours====
* "L'yhta's family is looking for her, and they're worried sick that she's going to fall in with a bad crowd or get killed."
* "She travels between here, Gridania, and Ul'dah a lot -- I bet she's a secret assassin working for some rich noble."
* "That green-haired miqo'te she's been hanging around? They're lovers, I heard. Yeah -- and that older elezen she's around, too, and those two lalafell with the staves. Typical miqo'te, bedding anything with a heartbeat..."

====What PCs are saying====

* "L'yhta? She is a tad excitable, yes, but then she tends to find exciting things. It all balances out, really, and it makes for interesting stories to tell." --[[Sazhi'to Bajhiri]]
* "A female who shares my distaste for the tribes. Fancies herself a sorcerer, too. She'll definitely be a good resource if she's half as learned as she claims to be." -- [[Fio Arasgain]]
* "A very good friend. Always good for a hug! And for exploring dangerous ruins with reckless disregard for our own well-being." - [[Kellach Woods]]
* "Oh- L'yhta! The sorcerer, hm? Hells, I really meant to speak with her again- she inspired me to try and take up more of the magical arts than I thought ''plausible'' before. I am still ''quite'' interested to see how she managed to meld Arcanima and Thaumaturgey, and those experiments ''did'' sound intriguing. ... I wonder if she remembers me; how time gets away up here. . ." -- [[Xavarian Mystrife]]
* "L'yhta's adorable. She's got a neat way of talking and some of the stuff's over my head but I can tell she's got a good heart! Plus she's a lot like me in some ways. More than the Miqo'te thing, and she doesn't have the glowy hair, but still..." -- [[Karaki Crystalis]]
* "L'yhta is my closest friend, my sister, and my most trusted confidant. There are not words to describe what she means to me, but suffice it to say that I would give everything for her sake. Whether it be delving into dangerous ruins, facing down hordes of enemies, or unlocking the mysteries of this world, I know I can count on her, and she on me." - [[Llaine Tetheros]]

===Known Haunts===
You might have run into or otherwise know L'yhta from:

* Mornings at the Bismarck in Limsa Lominsa, where she's usually there just after dawn for tea and fruit.
* All three magical guilds, which she regularly frequents and almost always with a journal in hand.
* The shores of La Noscea (particularly near Mist), where she's known to go swimming on a somewhat regular basis.
* Raids on Garlean encampments and Castrums, both formal and informal.

==References==
[[Image:Lyhta_Mahre_Face_2.png|thumb|300px|right|''"Time to be Big Damn Heroes!"'']]
* [http://ffxiv-roleplayers.com/showthread.php?tid=2688&pid=36966#pid36966 100 Questions About L'yhta]
* [http://ffxiv-roleplayers.com/showthread.php?tid=1999&pid=39718#pid39718 Character references (for art)]
* [http://ffxiv-roleplayers.com/showthread.php?tid=3266&pid=40557#pid40557 RP connections wanted for L'yhta]
* [http://ffxiv-roleplayers.com/showthread.php?tid=3039 You might know L'yhta from...]
* [http://ffxiv-roleplayers.com/showthread.php?tid=3227 What L'yhta eats]
* [http://ffxiv-roleplayers.com/showthread.php?tid=3144 Where L'yhta sleeps]

===OOC Inspirations===
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L'yhta is inspired by [[Wikipedia:Eleventh Doctor|Matt Smith's Eleventh Doctor]] -- particularly her "devil may care" attitude and wild overconfidence -- as well as [[wikipedia:Lina Inverse|Lina Inverse]]. Apparently, she also shares a fair number of characteristics with [[Wikipedia:Leslie Knope|Leslie Knope]] (in her loyalty and need to control situations) and [[Wikipedia:Scott Pilgrim|Scott Pilgrim]] (particularly in how self-absorbed she can be). Her casual disregard for danger and general expectation that everything will inevitably turn out in her favor is disturbingly similar to that of [[Wikipedia:Sterling Archer|Sterling Archer]].
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L'yhta Mahre

2016-02-12T18:44:06Z

FreelanceWizard: /* Characteristics */ Tiny updates, WIP.

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| image = Lyhta-tiergan.jpg
| imagewidth = 350
| caption = L'yhta, envisioned by '''Tiergan'''
| title = Stupendiferous Magnifijestic Mage
| gender = Female
| citizenship = Limsa Lominsa
| race = Miqo'te
| clan = Seekers of the Sun
| server = Balmung
| stat_1 = Age
| stat_1_value = 24
| stat_2 = Height
| stat_2_value = Tall (5 fulms, 5 ilms)
| stat_3 = Weight
| stat_3_value = Thin, somewhat muscular (120-130 ponz)
| stat_4 = Profession
| stat_4_value = "Spellslinger"
| stat_5 = Patron Deity
| stat_5_value = The Mothercrystal (so she claims)
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'''L'yhta Mahre''' (LEE-tah MAH-ray), formally known as '''Yhta of the Vipers, sired by L'mahre Nunh''' and commonly as '''Lyta''' (lie-TUH), is a miqo'te Seeker of the Sun who nominally lives in Limsa Lominsa. She was once the Voice of [http://www.themysterium.org Mysterium], but is now just one of its Masters. Her formal address in the Ivory Tower is Wizard Yhta Mahre, Master of Mysterium, Thaumaturge, Conjurer, Arcanist; by Aether illuminated, Seeker of Destinies.

==Appearance==
L'yhta is a tall (approximately 5' 5") miqo'te female with dark skin and long dark purple hair that she keeps tied back out of her face. She has bright, almost iridescent heliotrope eyes with the usual slits of her clan. Her tail is quite long for a Seeker of the Sun and, like her ears, often expressive. Her build is thin and gangly; she's not particularly shapely, though she has lately put on a bit of wiry muscle. Her face has the markings inherent to some of the Seekers of the Sun -- three on each side in an tiger stripe pattern. L'yhta's voice is an untrained [[Wikipedia:Mezzo-soprano#Dramatic|dramatic mezzo-soprano]], fairly low for someone her size. She doesn't exhibit much of an accent, if any, when she speaks, except perhaps when she's particularly inebriated.

As of late, L'yhta's begun dying her hair and tail regularly, as well as changing her hair style seemingly at a whim. This began after she took a "sabbatical" to Greencliff around the time of the Starlight Celebration in the 5th year of the Seventh Umbral Era; exactly why that prompted her to take such a whimsical, impulsive approach to her hair has yet to be disclosed.

==History==
[[Image:L'yhta Mahre by Emadra.JPG|300px|left|thumb|L'yhta, envisioned by '''Emadra''']]
In western La Noscea resides the small fishing village of Greencliff, named for its high cliffs and its relatively dense, yet small, nearby forest. The village was originally home to a small population of Sea Wolves, but they found themselves outnumbered by an influx of Seekers of the Sun approximately 95 years ago when L'sharhl Nunh established the area as hunting grounds for the Viper tribe and assumed the title of nunh there. As the miqo'te made their homes in the area and largely shifted to an agricultural and aquacultural lifestyle, the Roegadyn population slowly decreased, eventually leaving the village almost entirely to the newcomers. It was into this settled branch of the Vipers that L'yhta was born, the fifth child of L'arhi Xahlo and L'mahre Nunh.

L'yhta's early life was unremarkable; she had no especially outstanding characteristics other than a quick wit and a keen mind -- neither of which were particularly impressive, much less useful, in a village used to eking out a living through fishing and the occasional felling of lumber to fuel [[Limsa Lominsa]]'s demand for ships. As far as the other miqo'te of Greencliff were concerned, what was remarkable about L'yhta was exactly how unremarkable she was. The tall girl proved to be passable with an axe, vaguely competent with the spear, moderately capable of catching fish, and not especially attractive, either. This surprised those who expected great things of the children of L'mahre Nunh and L'arhi Xahlo. L'mahre was considered by most to be one of the branch's greater nunh; his physical strength and virility were highly praised. L'arhi, for her part, had borne seven children, an impressive number by any standards. The only son she bore him, L'rhilo Tia, was held as a pure example of miqo'te excellence. With gleaming golden hair, dashing features, lightning reflexes, and sparkling silver and gold heterochromic eyes, he was already beginning to turn the heads of the women of the tribe and sparking rumours that he'd prove to be the next nunh. L'yhta's sisters were equally fine specimens: tall, beautiful, and possessed of a nearly regal grace. By contrast, the lanky, average L'yhta was quite a disappointment. Nevertheless, L'arhi remained supportive, hoping that her fifth child would find ''something'' at which she'd be more than just minimally competent, even if that were simply bearing children to the nunh. For her part, the often isolated L'yhta spent a great deal of time staring out into the stars and across the sea and wondering if her destiny were always to be so painfully mundane.

Then, the Calamity changed everything. Bahamut's fire scourged the land, and amidst the chaos, L'mahre Nunh was struck by a shower of superheated shards of rock. While he survived, he lost a leg and an arm in the attack. Unwilling to see someone else lay his father low, L'rhilo Tia challenged him for the position of nunh. The fight was short; it took mere moments for the son to defeat the father. The tribe looked on as L'rhilo, hovering over the fallen nunh, exchanged brief whispered words with him -- then tore out his throat. To this day, no one knows exactly what L'mahre said to L'rhilo; some suggest the father asked his son to end his suffering, while others whisper that the once nunh begged for mercy and L'rhilo killed him anyway. Regardless of the truth, L'rhilo Tia became L'rhilo Nunh that day, and he celebrated the victory that night with some of the most beautiful women of the tribe.

It wasn't long after he ascended to the position of nunh that L'rhilo came to L'yhta to ask her to his bed. While it wasn't unexpected that he'd attempt to carry on the impressive lineage of his mother and father, what surprised everyone (especially L'yhta) was when he passed over her elder sisters in favor of a lanky 16 year old. L'yhta doesn't discuss what exactly he said to her, other than that he made it abundantly clear that he expected her to do her duty to the tribe and bear his children. What the whole tribe knows is what happened next: when the sun rose the next day, L'yhta was gone.

To this day, L'yhta isn't entirely sure what prompted her to flee her fate. She would like to believe it was her wanderlust and curiosity pulling her away from a fettered life, but it was more likely due to the arrogant, lascivious, and forceful insistence of someone she'd previously trusted and saw as a friend. Rather than acquiesce, L'yhta collected some food, a spare set of clothes, and some small carved shells and pearls given to her by her mother, then headed south towards the only landmark she knew: a large lighthouse. It was there that she was able to trade the pearls for gil, then use the gil to travel to Limsa Lominsa to start a new life.

L'yhta was naturally overwhelmed by Limsa Lominsa when she first arrived. What struck her most of all was the way the miqo'te there acted. They were overly cheerful, extremely outgoing, and entirely willing to use their bodies to their advantage (and sometimes profit). Unwilling to take up any of the "trades" that were not so gently suggested to her by the city's more salty inhabitants, L'yhta instead wandered the city, using the last of her gil to secure lodging while she tried to figure out her next step. It was during one of these walks that she quite literally ran into Robert Fletcher, an antiquated hyur with piercing green eyes and an explosion of white hair bursting from his head. Little did she know that this man was a powerful Thaumaturge and also the Voice of the Wizards' Choir; she also wasn't aware that he'd been watching her, intrigued by a Seeker of the Sun without a purpose but a gift for the arcane. Robert took her in and introduced her to the three disciplines of magic, and was pleased to see her quickly learn to command her own Aether as well as to call upon that of the land. For her part, L'yhta was both shocked and ecstatic that she'd finally found something that she wouldn't make a fool of herself at -- something where her skill would live up to the name of her father. As part of her training, Robert introduced her to the rituals of the Choir and inducted her as his apprentice.

For the next four years, L'yhta lived with Robert, who she viewed as a quirky grandfather, and trained under him and the five other superannuated Chairs of the Choir. She came to love her strange new family of aging spellcasters, and they, while they could be annoyed by her youthful enthusiasm, cared for her as an adpoted child. Sadly, this life wouldn't last for long. In year 5 of the seventh umbral era, the Choir was requested by the Foreign Levy to help defend the city against a Sahagin assault. Ultimately, the Maelstrom won the battle, but at a terrible cost -- all of the Choir's members were struck down save L'yhta, who Robert insisted stay behind the lines. When she rushed to her mentor's side, his last words stuck in her memory: ''"Sing with a new Choir, young Voice."''

Since she's continued her training within the various magical guilds of Eorzea, L'yhta has discovered that she possesses the Echo. She theorizes this might be why she has such a faculty for channeling Aether, though more importantly, she's ''quite sure'' this means that she has a great destiny she needs to fulfill.

==Personality==
[[Image:Lyhta-levecard.jpg|200px|left|A guildleve card for L'yhta, by '''Nahue''']]
L'yhta is typical of many Seekers of the Sun in that she can be impulsive and tends to speak her mind; like her brethren, she shows her emotions readily, which often makes her seem more flighty and impulsive than she actually is. She's somewhat naïve, tending to believe that people are usually good, that evil is always apparent and obvious, and that everyone wants to hear and see truth spoken to power. It helps that she has a sharp wit and a constant enthusiasm, though this latter trait sometimes grates on others' nerves. At times, she can be self-centered, petulant, and altogether childish, especially when her naivete about the world is challenged, when something stands between her and her goals, when she makes what she perceives to be a mistake, or when she feels like she's lost control of a situation. When her friends are threatened -- or when she ''perceives'' that they're being threatened or have been wronged by the forces of "Evil and Awful" -- she can be stubbornly dismissive and brutally violent and tends not to react well if asked to stay her hand, turning her ire on those same friends instead. In general, L'yhta is quite open about her feelings; if she likes you, you'll know it, and if she doesn't like you or is angry with you, she'll make ''sure'' you know that. Subtlety and deception aren't typically part of her repertoire.

L'yhta is also known to put on a bit of a haughty air when discussions of race come up. To L'yhta, miqo'te who fall into the "cute, sexy cat" stereotype -- "domesticated kittens," as she calls them -- are denigrating their whole race and contributing to the hypersexualization of miqo'te women. She also holds the other races with a degree of contempt for supporting this behavior by employing miqo'te as dancers and prostitutes. However, L'yhta also holds no love for tribal miqo'te, who she feels are limiting themselves and their race in addition to participating in what she now considers a barbaric system of mating. Her time in Limsa Lominsa has given her a strong desire for freedom and a respect for the dual virtues of self-sufficiency and teamwork, and the incompatibility of these with tribal miqo'te culture is part of why she holds it in such contempt.

Generally, L'yhta is fairly reserved in large social gatherings where she doesn't know most of the people there. She tends to keep to herself, away from the crowd. If approached, she's her usual gregarious, talkative self, but she doesn't seek out interactions (unless she happens to notice something that captures her eye, such as a Nymian relic or new spell). In bars in and around Limsa Lominsa, this tends to cause a fair number of rumours about "t'at mage drownin' 'er sorrows at th' end of th' bar." As she doesn't particularly enjoy "people-watching," she typically shies away from particularly raucous taverns unless brought there by someone she knows or they're one of her usual haunts (such as the Missing Member).

Like a young college student, L'yhta believes she's figured the world out thanks to her newfound knowledge and experience, and this has driven her to arrogantly make rash, ill-advised decisions. In general, though, L'yhta's motivated to help others and make the world a better place, even if lately she's taken on a rather significant anti-authoritarian streak. In D&D terms, her alignment is '''Chaotic Good'''. In Palladium terms, she's closest to '''Unprincipled''' these days (though she has some disturbingly '''Aberrant''' behaviors).

==Affiliations and Known Associates==
L'yhta is a citizen of Limsa Lominsa and a member of the Foreign Levy of the Maelstrom; technically speaking, she holds the rank of Second Storm Lieutenant, though both she and the Maelstrom largely consider that honorary, and she certainly wouldn't use it except, perhaps, to pull rank on an intransigent supply officer or hapless private in a moment of great need. Additionally, as part of the cooperative exchange program established by the three Grand Companies, she often acts as a consultant on matters of magic for the Immortal Flames and the Twin Adder. Finally, L'yhta is a Master of [http://mysterium.realitywerks.com Mysterium], an order of mages based out of Limsa Lominsa.

In particular, L'yhta has been known to have significant connections with (in no particular order, save that NPCs are last):

* [[Clalaris Sil Laris]] -- A lalafellin conjurer and, it's rumoured, white mage of Gridania is one of her closest friends. L'yhta feels she can talk to her about anything, which has led to more than a few awkward conversations.
* [[Nathalanee Reinhart]] -- This miqo'te bard is quite clearly L'yhta's girlfriend, even though the two of them make a bit of a half-hearted effort at keeping the relationship semi-secret (perhaps as an in-joke). Interestingly, the two live fairly independent lives, and L'yhta has noted that Nathalanee's confidence and independence are two of her more attractive characteristics.
* [[Eamont Desormaux]] -- This elezen conjurer is essentially L'yhta's surrogate father, though some believe their relationship is rather more than platonic.
* [[Seth Honeybrew]] -- Seth is, quite shockingly, the only person from whom L'yhta will accept casual racism towards miqo'te. Exactly why she's willing to laugh off from Seth what from others would usually get a verbal barrage isn't clear, but it is clear she considers him a good friend.
* [[Sazhi'to Bajhiri]] -- L'yhta feels a particular kinship to Sazhi'to (who she often just calls "Sazhi"), as both of them are, in her mind, refugees from tribal malfeasance. As for his sister, Mholi... L'yhta would be fine pushing her off a cliff.
* [[Rosamund Cartwright]] -- A rich daughter of Limsa Lominsa, Roz is one of L'yhta best friends.
* [[Racilian Lyenum]] -- "Raci," who was once a member of the Ivory Tower, is one of her friends and can always bring a smile to her face.
* [[Garryson Shipkeeper]] -- These two are known to, when they meet, get into deep conversations of philosophy, allegedly fueled by their mutual ability to put down large quantities of hard liquor. Whether or not drink is involved, though, L'yhta has a deep respect for his thoughts and counsel.
* [[Gus Pumpkinweed]] -- Gus was once one of L'yhta's apprentices, and the two of them got along quite well (perhaps due to the fact that they both have a strong drive towards excellence). She's ecstatic to hear that he's now opened a business of his own.
* [[Kevaraan Annorek]] -- This troubled miqo'te lancer was one of L'yhta's close friends before the Seventh Astral Era. She presumes him dead at this point, though she hopes he's just found a place
* [[R'kyala Mahji]] -- Since the two of them met through Camille, they've gotten along smashingly, perhaps because they both act like chocobos hopped up on X-Ethers.
* [[Paran Hywel]] -- A distance has formed between L'yhta and Paran since certain events involving a voidsent. While she's pleasantly surprised at his new interest in magic theory, she remains wary of the instability she saw in him.
* [[Camille Everardi]] -- L'yhta enjoys Camille's company and her keen intellect and ability to plan. She feels Camille is wise beyond her years.
* [[K'hane Tariq]] -- Since she was released from the influence of a powerful voidsent, K'hane's returned to "normal," though L'yhta wishes she'd show more of her confidence. "There's got to be a middle ground, right?"
* [[Deitrych Brownlowe]] -- This bounty hunter is viewed by most in the Tower as somewhere between weird and extremely creepy, but L'yhta finds him to be largely misunderstood and quirkily charming. The two have interacted much less after certain revelations regarding his interactions with Clalaris.
* [[Kellach Woods]] -- L'yhta met Kellach at a beach party when he was still an employee of XI:7. She likes both his enthusiasm and humbleness, and she'd like to show him more magic as she feels he has a strong talent for the art.
* [[Fio Arasgain]] -- This chef at the Bismarck and skilled warrior is someone L'yhta respects, as he's a fellow refugee from the tribal life. She feels they have a lot in common and could become closer friends.
* [[Aireiel Shipkeeper]] -- The significant other of Garryson Shipkeeper, she's been through a lot of hardships, and L'yhta respects the fact that she's come out of them with her mind intact. She does wish she'd come a bit more out of her shell, though.
* [[Karaki Crystalis]] -- After a rocky start, L'yhta's found that she and this miqo'te from the East have a lot in common. She considers him a friend and hopes to be able to "correct" his less personable qualities.
* [[Cliodhna Eoghan]] -- Cliodhna and L'yhta have crossed paths a few times, and they've a friendship forged on a mutual love of fun and helping others.
* [[Sasari Sari]] -- L'yhta gets along well with Sasari, or so she believes, and is quite interested in figuring out how to help her in better controlling her magicks.
* [[Sasani Sani]] -- Perhaps surprisingly, L'yhta can in fact tell Sasari and Sasani apart. She thinks Sasani is particularly sweet, particularly when she's with [[Jessika Saphir|Jessika]].
* Cieranaux Aramont -- Robert Fletcher's apprentice prior to L'yhta, Cieranaux has nothing but disrespect for her and typically lobs idle insults and cliché attacks in her direction -- a way to show his distaste for her while reminding her that she's, to him, nothing more than a trifle that doesn't warrant a more serious effort. After nearly murdering him and being pulled back from the brink by two of her friends, she's decided to just dismiss him as not worth her trouble.
* Volkido Tekido -- Robert Fletcher's personal assistant, this lalafell is the majordomo of the Ivory Tower and also acts as L'yhta's personal assistant. As much as he complains about being put upon by these "wizards with their heads in the clouds," and the "foolish girl" that he's "stuck with," Volkido cares deeply for her and the other wizards.
* L'ehli Tia -- When L'yhta last went to Greencliff, this tia -- one of her nephews by her eldest sister -- followed her back. Volkido has set him up with an apartment using L'yhta's funds so he can remain in the city; he's currently training at the Coral Tower to join the Yellowjackets.
* Solaxia -- L'yhta's agreed to, along with Clalaris, train this excitable sylph in the ways of magic. While Solaxia would much rather learn Thaumaturgy from Stompy One (as she calls L'yhta), L'yhta's pushed the sylph to learn Conjury from Moogle One (aka Clalaris) first.
* Lydia Burroughs -- This alleged defector from the Garleans was complicit in a dire crime committed against one of L'yhta's best friends. L'yhta told Nathalanee she wanted her to decide how to handle the captive, and so Lydia was turned over to the Twin Adder for debriefing despite L'yhta's misgivings. While she hopes the hyur can make good on the second chance she's been given, L'yhta is keeping a close eye on her and won't hesitate to try to put an end to this experiment if it goes even the least bit awry.

==Characteristics==
[[Image:L'yhtaMahreFlat.jpg|right|thumb|300px|L'yhta, envisioned by [http://mitchfoust.deviantart.com Mitch Foust]]]
* '''Nicknames''': Lyta (to most non-miqo'te), Yhta (to very close friends only)
* '''Age''': 24
** '''Nameday''': 12th sun of the 3rd Astral Moon, 1555 of 6th Astral Era
* '''Gender''': Female
** '''Sexuality''': Largely heterosexual, though with certain exceptions
** '''Marital Status''': Single, more or less
* '''Alignment''': Chaotic Good/Unprincipled
* '''Height''': 5 fulms, 5 ilms
* '''Weight''': Generally around 120 to 130 ponz
* '''Body''': Thin, lanky, but with a wiry musculature
* '''Hair''': Varies, but naturally, long, straight, and violet
* '''Eyes''': Iridescent heliotrope
* '''Skin''': Dark with light facial markings
* '''Clothing''': In public, she tends to robes, pants or leggings, high boots, and ring guards or fingerless gloves. As of late, she's also been wearing fairly "daring" outfits involving short skirts and light, sleeveless tops. Her choice of clothing in public is as fluid as her mood, though unless she has no alternative, she never wears armor heavier than a breastplate or chain-backed robes and heavy leather boots. In private, she usually wears leggings and a bandeau top, light and minimal smallclothes, or nothing at all.

===Likes===
* Music and dancing
* Battle and violence (though she'd only confess to "battles to protect people")
* Jellied fruits -- or any fruit, really
* Conversation, especially about magic, philosophy, and religion
* Proving how great she is
* Being surprised by someone's knowledge and talents
* Being teased (though she'd ''never'' admit that)
* Confident people who don't take themselves or life too seriously

===Dislikes===
* Probing questions about her tribal past or ''especially'' about her sexuality
* Being corrected, even when she's clearly screwed up
* Miqo'te females who fit the "cute" or "sexy" stereotype, as well as those who support tribal culture
* People who deny her "clearly obvious brilliance"
* The nobility and anyone else who seek to impose their will on others
* Arrogant people, especially those who claim noble blood or divine right
* "Fanatic cultists:" Ishgardians, Garleans, and sometimes Gridanians (depending on how much they use "the will of the Elementals" to justify their actions)

[[Image:Lyhta mahre sanguinefenrir.png|right|thumb|300px|L'yhta envisioned by '''sanguineFenrir''']]
===Areas of Expertise===
* '''Martial''': Thaumaturgy, Arcanima, Conjury; Thaumaturgy is her strongest Discipline, followed by Arcanima, then Conjury.
** L'yhta has a strong amateur's skill in one-handed swordplay, but rarely uses it in the field except to advance her research or if she has no other options.
* '''Crafting''': Engraving, magitek modification
** She has some experience in alchemy and goldsmithing, but is a rough beginner except where they're necessary for her research. She knows enough tailoring to patch her own clothes. Mostly, she relies on others to keep her non-magical equipment and clothes in good shape.
* '''Other''': Magic theory, literacy, area knowledge, vocal performance, dancing, being insufferably upbeat
** L'yhta's particular area of expertise in magic theory is what she calls "esotery" -- archaic and often "odd" practices of magic that don't neatly fit into the three Disciplines. This includes melding the different Disciplines together to produce novel effects.

===Strengths===
* '''Magically adept''': L'yhta has a considerable natural talent for weaving Aether and practices all three Disciplines of Magic (though she's not ''nearly'' as great as she thinks she is).
* '''Driven''': When she's set her mind to something, it's very difficult to dissuade her.
* '''Witty''': L'yhta can be pretty quick with a quip or a joke about a situation, even in the midst of a pitched battle.
* '''Active''': If nothing else, L'yhta is a constant dynamo of energy. She does have an "off switch," so to speak, but most of the time, she's always in motion.
* '''Sidethinker''': When she does actually deign to plan, she's good at coming up with unexpected alternative solutions to problems.
* '''High alcohol tolerance''': As a result of growing up with small beers and her training with the Wizards' Choir (some of which involved heavy drinking and the consumption of "recreational" herbs and potions), L'yhta has a shockingly high alcohol tolerance, especially for someone her size. It's said she's drunk even salty Roegadyn sailors under the table, though not without having to be carried out of the tavern afterwards.
* '''Optimistic''': Everything's going to be great, Eorzea's heading to a greater tomorrow, and there's no way we can make the same mistakes of the past -- or so L'yhta believes. Going hand in hand with her naivete, she's boundlessly optimistic and typically views the bright side of any situation.

===Weaknesses===
* '''Physically inept''': Without "cheating" through the use of magic (or magitek), L'yhta is about as physically threatening as a clumsy Mealvaan's Gate desk clerk. It takes her considerable effort to work around this limitation, and so if she's caught unawares and without the tools of her trade, she's not particularly dangerous.
* '''Naive''': L'yhta believes that people are essentially good, that evil is always obvious, and that Good will always triumph over Evil in the end. More subtle and devious forms of wickedness can slip right under her nose, and as a result she's not the best judge of character.
* '''Imperceptive''': It could be her overconfidence blinding her, a consequence of her stubbornness when her mind is on another task, or merely a natural trait, but L'yhta is notably poor at noticing things that are out of the ordinary unless she's explicitly looking for them. As a Seeker of the Sun, her night vision is also fairly poor (which is one reason she likes staves that glow, besides how "stylish" they are). Her lack of perception often even extends to picking up on social cues.
* '''Stubborn''': Going hand in hand with being driven, once she's chosen a course of action -- for good or ill -- she rarely changes her mind unless the situation changes such that she has no other option. If she, for instance, decides someone is evil, it's very difficult to convince her otherwise. Precious few people can get her to second-guess her decisions, particularly in the heat of the moment.
* '''Overconfident''': At present, nothing in the world can convince "Limsa Lominsa's most spectaculofabulous sorcerer" that she's not, in fact, "Utterly Excellent" and "Destined for Great Things." This overconfidence more often than not leads her to take unnecessary, completely foolish risks. One of the most common demonstrations of this is her casually dismissive attitude towards both danger and her enemies. Some suspect that this overconfidence is really just overcompensation for her...
* '''Self-image issues''': As a result of her upbringing, L'yhta feels that magic is the only thing she's actually any good at, and that she has very few other positive qualities. This is usually extremely well-hidden behind her veil of overconfidence, but it comes out from time to time in pointedly negative comments she makes about herself, perseveration on others' off-handed comments about her, and dramatic changes in behavior or clothing based on the observations of others. For instance, a simple "isn't that outfit a little tight for you?" from an acquaintance can get her to run away to change clothes into something dramatically different, even if she were just proudly showing the outfit off.
* '''Lack of planning''': L'yhta rarely plans her actions in advance, preferring instead a "Geronimo!" approach of leaping before she looks. The term "poor impulse control" fits her, and when she feels she has to plan (or is forced to do so), she tends to get fidgety and impatient.

==Other Notes==
[[Image:LyhtaMahreNobootsFinalJPeg-Eckzein.jpg|right|thumb|300px|L'yhta dancing, envisioned by '''Eckzein''']]
[[Image:Lyhta-aria.jpg|right|thumb|300px|L'yhta being smug, envisioned by '''A'ria''']]
[[Image:ChibiMaker-Lyhta.jpg|right|thumb|200px|Chibi L'yhta-chan?!?]]
===Naming===
L'yhta usually uses a slightly simplified version of her name, "Lyta," among non-miqo'te primarily because she dislikes them butchering its actual pronunciation and spelling. It's easier and less obnoxious, in her mind, to just use a name that matches how people would typically read her name anyway. As such, she often uses the alias on legal documents in the city-states to simplify transactions. Among other miqo'te, however, she uses and prefers her real name. In close company, she, like many Seekers of the Sun, is known to drop her tribe letter and call herself Yhta (EE-tah).

===Religion===
L'yhta venerates the Twelve, but doesn't worship them, nor does she recognize any of them as her patron deity. If anything, she views Hydaelyn itself as her patron based on recent events. She feels that the circumstances of her life are proof of two things: one, she's been chosen for a Great Destiny by the Mothercrystal, and two, Nymeia has chosen to bless her, perhaps for this reason. Perhaps surprisingly, L'yhta isn't egotistical or outspoken about either of these beliefs or religion in general. In fact, she's typically awkward in such discussions, approaching them extremely tentatively (especially with regards to the Echo, which she views as both a blessing and a curse that makes her "weird").

===Quirks===
L'yhta adores jellied and candied fruits, and is rarely without a pouch of them. She also tends to introduce herself using made-up adjectives, usually created by forcefully merging two words, to describe her "greatness;" for instance, she's been known to refer to herself as "stupendiferous," "brilliantastic," and "magnifijestic." She'll often apply this sort of puffery to her friends, particularly when introducing them or cheering on their successes.

===Equipment===
L'yhta has acquired through her travels a fairly significant collection of artifacts that can channel and focus Aether, ranging from Nymian books to Allagan rods, from Belah'dian swords to Amdapori staves. Most of her robes and other clothes are commissioned bespoke, then enchanted by her; she spends considerable gil on "looking stylish," as she puts it. She especially likes modern recreations of ancient designs, such as Nymian outfits. However, she does have a relatively small collection of acquired clothing, including some highly magicked smallclothes that she came across in an Ishgardian fortress that'd been overrun by Voidsent.

In addition to this equipment, L'yhta has a wide variety of stolen and modified magitek (including a Reaper she's painted a garish metallic yellow) that she uses along with specialized spells of her own design to either deflect attacks or imbue her weapons -- specifically, a magitek sword -- with magical force. The net effect is that she can become quite difficult to hurt, but her lack of expertise and physical ability leave her relatively inept at actually landing any blows. When she's "cheating" in this way, she can't channel Aether for more direct spells. Despite her best efforts (and probably for the good of Eorzea generally), she remains unable to call forth and precisely control enough Aether to do so, and the effects of the magitek on the local Aetheric flows would make attempts to do so rather unsafe, to put it mildly.

===Rumours===
The following rumours can be heard about L'yhta, predominantly in Limsa Lominsa. (Please feel free to add your character's thoughts here as well.)

====Common rumours====
* "Remember that wizard, Robert Wotshisname? The one with the white hair? Yeah, he was ''totally'' making his bed with that Seeker girl, ifyaknowwhatImean."
* "Nah, she was just leading him on to get his inheritance once he was returned to the sea."
* "I heard she's been working with the Maelstrom as some kind of 'consulting mage' after she stopped some huge fishback ritual."
* "I never seen someone who weren't a kid, drunk, or a whore hug people as much as she does. An' she's no child, so whaddya think that says about her?"

====Uncommon rumours====
* "Remember what I said about her killing her family? She went back to finish the job! Why else's she got black hair now?"
* "Oh, I heard that she actually killed that old man she was bedding! She hit him with a spell while he was fighting on the front lines."
* "I used ta say she had no magical power, b-but... listen, bub, I-I saw her ''vaporize'' a ship's mast at full sail! Snap, boom, it was just ''gone''!"
* "I saw her bring an injured hyur to Fallgourd Float... then hire an adventurer to shoot the poor woman if she tried to leave! What kind of horrible creature would do such a thing?"
* "Shh! Keep it down! I heard she pushed someone off th' side of the city when he talked bad about her an' Seekers, then set 'im on fire on th' way down!"

====Rare rumours====
* "L'yhta's family is looking for her, and they're worried sick that she's going to fall in with a bad crowd or get killed."
* "She travels between here, Gridania, and Ul'dah a lot -- I bet she's a secret assassin working for some rich noble."
* "That green-haired miqo'te she's been hanging around? They're lovers, I heard. Yeah -- and that older elezen she's around, too, and those two lalafell with the staves. Typical miqo'te, bedding anything with a heartbeat..."

====What PCs are saying====

* "L'yhta? She is a tad excitable, yes, but then she tends to find exciting things. It all balances out, really, and it makes for interesting stories to tell." --[[Sazhi'to Bajhiri]]
* "A female who shares my distaste for the tribes. Fancies herself a sorcerer, too. She'll definitely be a good resource if she's half as learned as she claims to be." -- [[Fio Arasgain]]
* "A very good friend. Always good for a hug! And for exploring dangerous ruins with reckless disregard for our own well-being." - [[Kellach Woods]]
* "Oh- L'yhta! The sorcerer, hm? Hells, I really meant to speak with her again- she inspired me to try and take up more of the magical arts than I thought ''plausible'' before. I am still ''quite'' interested to see how she managed to meld Arcanima and Thaumaturgey, and those experiments ''did'' sound intriguing. ... I wonder if she remembers me; how time gets away up here. . ." -- [[Xavarian Mystrife]]
* "L'yhta's adorable. She's got a neat way of talking and some of the stuff's over my head but I can tell she's got a good heart! Plus she's a lot like me in some ways. More than the Miqo'te thing, and she doesn't have the glowy hair, but still..." -- [[Karaki Crystalis]]
* "L'yhta is my closest friend, my sister, and my most trusted confidant. There are not words to describe what she means to me, but suffice it to say that I would give everything for her sake. Whether it be delving into dangerous ruins, facing down hordes of enemies, or unlocking the mysteries of this world, I know I can count on her, and she on me." - [[Llaine Tetheros]]

===Known Haunts===
You might have run into or otherwise know L'yhta from:

* Mornings at the Bismarck in Limsa Lominsa, where she's usually there just after dawn for tea and fruit.
* All three magical guilds, which she regularly frequents and almost always with a journal in hand.
* The shores of La Noscea (particularly near Mist), where she's known to go swimming on a somewhat regular basis.
* Raids on Garlean encampments and Castrums, both formal and informal.

==References==
[[Image:Lyhta_Mahre_Face_2.png|thumb|300px|right|''"Time to be Big Damn Heroes!"'']]
* [http://ffxiv-roleplayers.com/showthread.php?tid=2688&pid=36966#pid36966 100 Questions About L'yhta]
* [http://ffxiv-roleplayers.com/showthread.php?tid=1999&pid=39718#pid39718 Character references (for art)]
* [http://ffxiv-roleplayers.com/showthread.php?tid=3266&pid=40557#pid40557 RP connections wanted for L'yhta]
* [http://ffxiv-roleplayers.com/showthread.php?tid=3039 You might know L'yhta from...]
* [http://ffxiv-roleplayers.com/showthread.php?tid=3227 What L'yhta eats]
* [http://ffxiv-roleplayers.com/showthread.php?tid=3144 Where L'yhta sleeps]

===OOC Inspirations===
<section begin=featured-blurb />
L'yhta is inspired by [[Wikipedia:Eleventh Doctor|Matt Smith's Eleventh Doctor]] -- particularly her "devil may care" attitude and wild overconfidence -- as well as [[wikipedia:Lina Inverse|Lina Inverse]]. Apparently, she also shares a fair number of characteristics with [[Wikipedia:Leslie Knope|Leslie Knope]] (in her loyalty and need to control situations) and [[Wikipedia:Scott Pilgrim|Scott Pilgrim]] (particularly in how self-absorbed she can be). Her casual disregard for danger and general expectation that everything will inevitably turn out in her favor is disturbingly similar to that of [[Wikipedia:Sterling Archer|Sterling Archer]].
<section end=featured-blurb />

K'hane Tariq

2016-02-12T18:40:33Z

FreelanceWizard: /* What PCs are saying */ Update!

{{Infobox-character
| name = K'hane Tariq
| image = Khane1.jpg
| imagewidth =
| caption =
| title = Keeper of the Past
| gender = Female
| citizenship = Limsa Lominsa
| race = Miqo'te
| clan = Keeper of the Moon
| stat_1 = Age
| stat_1_value = 26
| stat_2 = Height
| stat_2_value = 5' 4"
| stat_3 = Weight
| stat_3_value = 140
| stat_4 = Profession
| stat_4_value = Archaeologist, Master of Mysterium
| stat_5 = Patron Deity
| stat_5_value = Menphina
| stat_6 = Server
| stat_6_value = Balmung
}}
"It is without question a necessary area of study, history. Without its bevy of knowledge gleaned from the successes and failings of our ancestors, we are, as one people of Hydaelyn, doomed to repeat mistakes which saw the felling of great empires like Allag, Nym, and Sharlayan. In accompaniment of this, Arcanima is without question one of the greatest tools of historical study, and without it I would not be half the expert on the archaeological history of Eorzea that I am today."

==Appearance==
Once quite lanky and short, even by Miqo'te standards, K'hane's time as a Master of Mysterium and her pregnancy have left her slightly more plump than before. Her hair is a deep midnight blue and her eyes a faintly luminescent grayish-blue. She prefers large, flowing robes and her glasses are somewhat too big for her face.

==History==
K'hane Tariq (koo-AH-na ta-REEK) was born to a Seeker father and Keeper mother in Limsa Lominsa and led a very boring, normal life up until the Calamity. She excelled in studies and was found to have a knack for Arcanima at a young age. Her brilliance earned her the respect of her teachers, and though her family was not the richest fishing family in Limsa, she enjoyed a comfortable life nonetheless. When the Calamity struck, she escaped north with her family, fleeing Bahamut's destruction. Upon their return to Limsa, K'hane's father found work helping to rebuild the city, while K'hane herself became a proper Arcanist, registering with the local Arcanist's Guild and beginning her career in archaeology.

Five years later, she was working on an excavation with two partners and her then-student Ildin when they entered a recently-discovered catacomb that was dug out under where they had been digging. During the investigation of the monolithic structure they were attacked by otherworldly enemies, skeletons, and zombies. K'hane's partners were slain by the creatures, along with several workers, and Ildin sacrificed himself so that K'hane could escape. Shortly thereafter she joined Mysterium.
==Personality==
At one time, K'hane was timid, shy, and incredibly naive. She spoke rarely and when she did speak it was softly and with a not-unnoticeable stutter. However, she has recently begun to inexplicably develop a haughty, arrogant, aggressive attitude and will often bicker and argue with anyone for the sake of it. She exhibits a somewhat domineering attitude over her husband, and her anti-social behavior is more malicious than academic now.
==Affiliations and Known Associates==
* [[Sazhi'to Bajhiri]] -- Once K'hane's student, now her life-mate and father of Nuali, K'hane trusts Sazhi'to above anyone else.
* [[Nuali Tariq]] -- K'hane and Sazhi'to's infant daughter. She has Sazhi's hair and eyes, and K'hane's nose and face shape.
* [[Clalaris Sil Laris]] -- K'hane's best friend and fellow Mysterium wizard, K'hane trusts Clalaris almost as implicitly as she does Sazhi'to, and leans on Clalaris (metaphorically speaking) for support and kinship.
* [[Seth Honeybrew]] -- A fellow Master of Mysterium, K'hane finds Seth to be abrasive, rude, racist, sexist, narcissistic, and insufferable. He is one of her closest friends.
* [[L'yhta Mahre]] -- Another of K'hane's peers in Mysterium, she once viewed L'yhta as a mentor but now views her as an equal. She believes L'yhta to be brash and impulsive and she thinks L'yhta is living far below her potential, which irks K'hane, but she nevertheless considers Mahre a friend.
* [[Eamont Desormaux]] -- The Voice of Mysterium, K'hane looks up to Eamont as a leader and a role model. She respects him without question.
* [[Rosamund Cartwright]] -- A fellow of Mysterium, K'hane considers "Roz" a good friend, if a bit infuriating at times.
* [[Paran Hywel]] -- Fellow of Mysterium, Roz's fiancee, and K'hane's new student. He is somewhat of a blank canvas to her, though he seems to be opening up to her more now that she is his master.
* [[Nathalanee Reinhart]] -- Nath is somewhat of an enigma to K'hane. She usually only sees Nath when she's with L'yhta and the two rarely converse. When they do speak it is almost always amicable, so K'hane has more of a favorable opinion of Nath than not.
* [[Deitrych Brownlowe]] -- K'hane steers clear of this sneaky bounty hunter. She doesn't trust him one bit, and is convinced he has sinister ulterior motives.
==Characteristics==
* '''Nicknames''': Kanye (to Clalaris)
* '''Age''': 26
** '''Nameday''': 9th day of the 6th Umbral Moon
* '''Gender''': Female
** '''Sexuality''': Heterosexual
** '''Marital Status''': Married
* '''Alignment''': Neutral Good
* '''Height''': 5' 4"
* '''Weight''': 140
* '''Body''': Curvy
* '''Hair''': Dark blue
* '''Eyes''': Gray-blue
* '''Skin''': Pale
* '''Clothing''': Heavy, flowing robes

===Likes===
* Tea and pastries
* Archaeology
* Books
* Arcanima
* Dancing

===Dislikes===
* Brutish behavior
* Underachieving
* Ignorance for the sake of ignorance
* Vegetables with strong flavors
* When Seth infers dirty things about Nuali

===Areas of Expertise===
* '''Martial''': Arcanima, Summoning, Archery
* '''Crafting''': None
* '''Other''': Archaeology, History

===Strengths===
* Legacy of Allag - K'hane has extensively studied the Allagans, and mastered the Allagan art of Summoning.
* Glyphmaster - K'hane is extraordinarily skilled with arcane magic and can estimate equations and geometric patterns well enough to cast arcane magic without creating runes and glyphs.
* Hey, Einstein - K'hane is gifted with extraordinary intellect, near genius levels.
* Matriarch - Being mated and bearing a child has awoken K'hane's Keeper instincts, making her more authoritative and protective.

===Weaknesses===
* Brittle - K'hane is not a peak physical specimen, and if engaged in melee combat, will falter quickly.
* I Dropped Something - Despite her prowess with magic, K'hane is very clumsy and often has her head in the clouds.
* T-t-t-today Junior! - Despite no real physical speech impediments, K'hane's social anxiety gives her a slight stutter.
* Let Me In - K'hane's past and frail willpower makes her susceptible to possession by Voidsent.

==Other Notes==
===Religion===
K'hane follows her mother's example and worships Menphina.
===Quirks===
Her ear twitches wildly when she is deep in thought.
===Equipment===
Robes with some leather armament for added protection, and an Allagan summoning tome she found on an excavation. When hunting, she prefers simple tunics with stitched leather, and a longbow.
===Rumours===
The following rumours can be heard about K'hane, predominantly in Limsa Lominsa. (If your character has an opinion about her, feel free to add it here as well.)

====Common rumours====
* "The Tariq girl? I know her pa, good fisherman, he is. Daughter's a strange li'l scamp, though. Used to run 'round town with her nose in a bloody book, like readin'll ever get ye anywhere." - '''Bawdy Lalafellan Fishmonger'''
* "Every so often she comes 'round me stall an pokes a bit at me wares, mutters to 'erself, then floats off. Don't think she's ever said two words ta me." - '''Bemused Roegadyn Merchant'''
* "Dunno 'ow many times we'd hear explosions comin' from the ol' Tariq place. Blow holes in the ruddy roof, she would, with all 'er magickin' an' shite. Shoulda stuck ta the bloody business like 'er pa." - '''Angry Hyuran Neighbor'''

====Uncommon rumours====
* "She's got a dark aura about her, that's for sure. Doesn't fit right with her personality though." - '''Miqo'te Fortune-Teller of Questionable Authenticity'''
* "I see 'er dancin' in the moonlight from time ta time, near nude as the day she was born. Miqo'te, go figure." - '''Shameless Lalafellan Peeping Tom'''

====Rare rumours====
* "I saw her muttering and making runes I've never seen in all my years as an Arcanist. They looked old and... dark. Whatever she's playing with, it'll end in naught but disaster." - '''Veteran Arcanist Guild Member'''

====What PCs are saying====

* "There's no one you'll meet with a greater mastery of arcanima and glyphs than she. While we don't always see eye to eye on everything? When she speaks, I always listen." -- [[L'yhta Mahre]]

* "While I do apologize on my mate's behalf, you would correct people's mistakes after dedicating more than half of your life to a field of study too. Yes, even a senior instructor... Oh, y-you're not from the guild? My a-apologies..." -- [[Sazhi'to Bajhiri]]

* "She's the very odd lifemate of Sazhi! First time I met her she was all "grr, I'll set fire to your shiny head" and now she's all stammering and blushing. Must've gotten some books dropped on her head! ...wasn't me though." -- [[Karaki Crystalis]]

* "I don't know her much, but both L'yhta and Eamont vouched for her and she held her own in the expedition, enough that I'd consider bringing her along another one!" -- [[Kellach Woods]]

===Known Haunts===
You might have run into or otherwise know K'hane from:

* Hawker's Alley
* The Mist
* The Drowning Wench
* Tam-Tara Deepcroft

===OOC Inspirations===
Basically any moe bookworm anime type.

RPC Library:Special thanks

2016-02-08T21:43:01Z

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RPC Library:Special thanks

2016-02-05T20:07:40Z

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RPC Library:Special thanks

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FreelanceWizard: Add Lady Krist! Thanks for your support!

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L'yhta Mahre

2016-01-31T04:50:49Z

FreelanceWizard: /* History */

{{Infobox-character
| name = L'yhta Mahre
| image = Lyhta-tiergan.jpg
| imagewidth = 350
| caption = L'yhta, envisioned by '''Tiergan'''
| title = Stupendiferous Magnifijestic Mage
| gender = Female
| citizenship = Limsa Lominsa
| race = Miqo'te
| clan = Seekers of the Sun
| server = Balmung
| stat_1 = Age
| stat_1_value = 24
| stat_2 = Height
| stat_2_value = Tall (5 fulms, 5 ilms)
| stat_3 = Weight
| stat_3_value = Thin, somewhat muscular (120-130 ponz)
| stat_4 = Profession
| stat_4_value = "Spellslinger"
| stat_5 = Patron Deity
| stat_5_value = The Mothercrystal (so she claims)
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'''L'yhta Mahre''' (LEE-tah MAH-ray), formally known as '''Yhta of the Vipers, sired by L'mahre Nunh''' and commonly as '''Lyta''' (lie-TUH), is a miqo'te Seeker of the Sun who nominally lives in Limsa Lominsa. She was once the Voice of [http://www.themysterium.org Mysterium], but is now just one of its Masters. Her formal address in the Ivory Tower is Wizard Yhta Mahre, Master of Mysterium, Thaumaturge, Conjurer, Arcanist; by Aether illuminated, Seeker of Destinies.

==Appearance==
L'yhta is a tall (approximately 5' 5") miqo'te female with dark skin and long dark purple hair that she keeps tied back out of her face. She has bright, almost iridescent heliotrope eyes with the usual slits of her clan. Her tail is quite long for a Seeker of the Sun and, like her ears, often expressive. Her build is thin and gangly; she's not particularly shapely, though she has lately put on a bit of wiry muscle. Her face has the markings inherent to some of the Seekers of the Sun -- three on each side in an tiger stripe pattern. L'yhta's voice is an untrained [[Wikipedia:Mezzo-soprano#Dramatic|dramatic mezzo-soprano]], fairly low for someone her size. She doesn't exhibit much of an accent, if any, when she speaks, except perhaps when she's particularly inebriated.

As of late, L'yhta's begun dying her hair and tail regularly, as well as changing her hair style seemingly at a whim. This began after she took a "sabbatical" to Greencliff around the time of the Starlight Celebration in the 5th year of the Seventh Umbral Era; exactly why that prompted her to take such a whimsical, impulsive approach to her hair has yet to be disclosed.

==History==
[[Image:L'yhta Mahre by Emadra.JPG|300px|left|thumb|L'yhta, envisioned by '''Emadra''']]
In western La Noscea resides the small fishing village of Greencliff, named for its high cliffs and its relatively dense, yet small, nearby forest. The village was originally home to a small population of Sea Wolves, but they found themselves outnumbered by an influx of Seekers of the Sun approximately 95 years ago when L'sharhl Nunh established the area as hunting grounds for the Viper tribe and assumed the title of nunh there. As the miqo'te made their homes in the area and largely shifted to an agricultural and aquacultural lifestyle, the Roegadyn population slowly decreased, eventually leaving the village almost entirely to the newcomers. It was into this settled branch of the Vipers that L'yhta was born, the fifth child of L'arhi Xahlo and L'mahre Nunh.

L'yhta's early life was unremarkable; she had no especially outstanding characteristics other than a quick wit and a keen mind -- neither of which were particularly impressive, much less useful, in a village used to eking out a living through fishing and the occasional felling of lumber to fuel [[Limsa Lominsa]]'s demand for ships. As far as the other miqo'te of Greencliff were concerned, what was remarkable about L'yhta was exactly how unremarkable she was. The tall girl proved to be passable with an axe, vaguely competent with the spear, moderately capable of catching fish, and not especially attractive, either. This surprised those who expected great things of the children of L'mahre Nunh and L'arhi Xahlo. L'mahre was considered by most to be one of the branch's greater nunh; his physical strength and virility were highly praised. L'arhi, for her part, had borne seven children, an impressive number by any standards. The only son she bore him, L'rhilo Tia, was held as a pure example of miqo'te excellence. With gleaming golden hair, dashing features, lightning reflexes, and sparkling silver and gold heterochromic eyes, he was already beginning to turn the heads of the women of the tribe and sparking rumours that he'd prove to be the next nunh. L'yhta's sisters were equally fine specimens: tall, beautiful, and possessed of a nearly regal grace. By contrast, the lanky, average L'yhta was quite a disappointment. Nevertheless, L'arhi remained supportive, hoping that her fifth child would find ''something'' at which she'd be more than just minimally competent, even if that were simply bearing children to the nunh. For her part, the often isolated L'yhta spent a great deal of time staring out into the stars and across the sea and wondering if her destiny were always to be so painfully mundane.

Then, the Calamity changed everything. Bahamut's fire scourged the land, and amidst the chaos, L'mahre Nunh was struck by a shower of superheated shards of rock. While he survived, he lost a leg and an arm in the attack. Unwilling to see someone else lay his father low, L'rhilo Tia challenged him for the position of nunh. The fight was short; it took mere moments for the son to defeat the father. The tribe looked on as L'rhilo, hovering over the fallen nunh, exchanged brief whispered words with him -- then tore out his throat. To this day, no one knows exactly what L'mahre said to L'rhilo; some suggest the father asked his son to end his suffering, while others whisper that the once nunh begged for mercy and L'rhilo killed him anyway. Regardless of the truth, L'rhilo Tia became L'rhilo Nunh that day, and he celebrated the victory that night with some of the most beautiful women of the tribe.

It wasn't long after he ascended to the position of nunh that L'rhilo came to L'yhta to ask her to his bed. While it wasn't unexpected that he'd attempt to carry on the impressive lineage of his mother and father, what surprised everyone (especially L'yhta) was when he passed over her elder sisters in favor of a lanky 16 year old. L'yhta doesn't discuss what exactly he said to her, other than that he made it abundantly clear that he expected her to do her duty to the tribe and bear his children. What the whole tribe knows is what happened next: when the sun rose the next day, L'yhta was gone.

To this day, L'yhta isn't entirely sure what prompted her to flee her fate. She would like to believe it was her wanderlust and curiosity pulling her away from a fettered life, but it was more likely due to the arrogant, lascivious, and forceful insistence of someone she'd previously trusted and saw as a friend. Rather than acquiesce, L'yhta collected some food, a spare set of clothes, and some small carved shells and pearls given to her by her mother, then headed south towards the only landmark she knew: a large lighthouse. It was there that she was able to trade the pearls for gil, then use the gil to travel to Limsa Lominsa to start a new life.

L'yhta was naturally overwhelmed by Limsa Lominsa when she first arrived. What struck her most of all was the way the miqo'te there acted. They were overly cheerful, extremely outgoing, and entirely willing to use their bodies to their advantage (and sometimes profit). Unwilling to take up any of the "trades" that were not so gently suggested to her by the city's more salty inhabitants, L'yhta instead wandered the city, using the last of her gil to secure lodging while she tried to figure out her next step. It was during one of these walks that she quite literally ran into Robert Fletcher, an antiquated hyur with piercing green eyes and an explosion of white hair bursting from his head. Little did she know that this man was a powerful Thaumaturge and also the Voice of the Wizards' Choir; she also wasn't aware that he'd been watching her, intrigued by a Seeker of the Sun without a purpose but a gift for the arcane. Robert took her in and introduced her to the three disciplines of magic, and was pleased to see her quickly learn to command her own Aether as well as to call upon that of the land. For her part, L'yhta was both shocked and ecstatic that she'd finally found something that she wouldn't make a fool of herself at -- something where her skill would live up to the name of her father. As part of her training, Robert introduced her to the rituals of the Choir and inducted her as his apprentice.

For the next four years, L'yhta lived with Robert, who she viewed as a quirky grandfather, and trained under him and the five other superannuated Chairs of the Choir. She came to love her strange new family of aging spellcasters, and they, while they could be annoyed by her youthful enthusiasm, cared for her as an adpoted child. Sadly, this life wouldn't last for long. In year 5 of the seventh umbral era, the Choir was requested by the Foreign Levy to help defend the city against a Sahagin assault. Ultimately, the Maelstrom won the battle, but at a terrible cost -- all of the Choir's members were struck down save L'yhta, who Robert insisted stay behind the lines. When she rushed to her mentor's side, his last words stuck in her memory: ''"Sing with a new Choir, young Voice."''

Since she's continued her training within the various magical guilds of Eorzea, L'yhta has discovered that she possesses the Echo. She theorizes this might be why she has such a faculty for channeling Aether, though more importantly, she's ''quite sure'' this means that she has a great destiny she needs to fulfill.

==Personality==
[[Image:Lyhta-levecard.jpg|200px|left|A guildleve card for L'yhta, by '''Nahue''']]
L'yhta is typical of many Seekers of the Sun in that she can be impulsive and tends to speak her mind; like her brethren, she shows her emotions readily, which often makes her seem more flighty and impulsive than she actually is. She's somewhat naïve, tending to believe that people are usually good, that evil is always apparent and obvious, and that everyone wants to hear and see truth spoken to power. It helps that she has a sharp wit and a constant enthusiasm, though this latter trait sometimes grates on others' nerves. At times, she can be self-centered, petulant, and altogether childish, especially when her naivete about the world is challenged, when something stands between her and her goals, when she makes what she perceives to be a mistake, or when she feels like she's lost control of a situation. When her friends are threatened -- or when she ''perceives'' that they're being threatened or have been wronged by the forces of "Evil and Awful" -- she can be stubbornly dismissive and brutally violent and tends not to react well if asked to stay her hand, turning her ire on those same friends instead. In general, L'yhta is quite open about her feelings; if she likes you, you'll know it, and if she doesn't like you or is angry with you, she'll make ''sure'' you know that. Subtlety and deception aren't typically part of her repertoire.

L'yhta is also known to put on a bit of a haughty air when discussions of race come up. To L'yhta, miqo'te who fall into the "cute, sexy cat" stereotype -- "domesticated kittens," as she calls them -- are denigrating their whole race and contributing to the hypersexualization of miqo'te women. She also holds the other races with a degree of contempt for supporting this behavior by employing miqo'te as dancers and prostitutes. However, L'yhta also holds no love for tribal miqo'te, who she feels are limiting themselves and their race in addition to participating in what she now considers a barbaric system of mating. Her time in Limsa Lominsa has given her a strong desire for freedom and a respect for the dual virtues of self-sufficiency and teamwork, and the incompatibility of these with tribal miqo'te culture is part of why she holds it in such contempt.

Generally, L'yhta is fairly reserved in large social gatherings where she doesn't know most of the people there. She tends to keep to herself, away from the crowd. If approached, she's her usual gregarious, talkative self, but she doesn't seek out interactions (unless she happens to notice something that captures her eye, such as a Nymian relic or new spell). In bars in and around Limsa Lominsa, this tends to cause a fair number of rumours about "t'at mage drownin' 'er sorrows at th' end of th' bar." As she doesn't particularly enjoy "people-watching," she typically shies away from particularly raucous taverns unless brought there by someone she knows or they're one of her usual haunts (such as the Missing Member).

Like a young college student, L'yhta believes she's figured the world out thanks to her newfound knowledge and experience, and this has driven her to arrogantly make rash, ill-advised decisions. In general, though, L'yhta's motivated to help others and make the world a better place, even if lately she's taken on a rather significant anti-authoritarian streak. In D&D terms, her alignment is '''Chaotic Good'''. In Palladium terms, she's closest to '''Unprincipled''' these days (though she has some disturbingly '''Aberrant''' behaviors).

==Affiliations and Known Associates==
L'yhta is a citizen of Limsa Lominsa and a member of the Foreign Levy of the Maelstrom; technically speaking, she holds the rank of Second Storm Lieutenant, though both she and the Maelstrom largely consider that honorary, and she certainly wouldn't use it except, perhaps, to pull rank on an intransigent supply officer or hapless private in a moment of great need. Additionally, as part of the cooperative exchange program established by the three Grand Companies, she often acts as a consultant on matters of magic for the Immortal Flames and the Twin Adder. Finally, L'yhta is a Master of [http://mysterium.realitywerks.com Mysterium], an order of mages based out of Limsa Lominsa.

In particular, L'yhta has been known to have significant connections with (in no particular order, save that NPCs are last):

* [[Clalaris Sil Laris]] -- A lalafellin conjurer and, it's rumoured, white mage of Gridania is one of her closest friends. L'yhta feels she can talk to her about anything, which has led to more than a few awkward conversations.
* [[Nathalanee Reinhart]] -- This miqo'te bard is quite clearly L'yhta's girlfriend, even though the two of them make a bit of a half-hearted effort at keeping the relationship semi-secret (perhaps as an in-joke). Interestingly, the two live fairly independent lives, and L'yhta has noted that Nathalanee's confidence and independence are two of her more attractive characteristics.
* [[Eamont Desormaux]] -- This elezen conjurer is essentially L'yhta's surrogate father, though some believe their relationship is rather more than platonic.
* [[Seth Honeybrew]] -- Seth is, quite shockingly, the only person from whom L'yhta will accept casual racism towards miqo'te. Exactly why she's willing to laugh off from Seth what from others would usually get a verbal barrage isn't clear, but it is clear she considers him a good friend.
* [[Sazhi'to Bajhiri]] -- L'yhta feels a particular kinship to Sazhi'to (who she often just calls "Sazhi"), as both of them are, in her mind, refugees from tribal malfeasance. As for his sister, Mholi... L'yhta would be fine pushing her off a cliff.
* [[Rosamund Cartwright]] -- A rich daughter of Limsa Lominsa, Roz is one of L'yhta best friends.
* [[Racilian Lyenum]] -- "Raci," who was once a member of the Ivory Tower, is one of her friends and can always bring a smile to her face.
* [[Garryson Shipkeeper]] -- These two are known to, when they meet, get into deep conversations of philosophy, allegedly fueled by their mutual ability to put down large quantities of hard liquor. Whether or not drink is involved, though, L'yhta has a deep respect for his thoughts and counsel.
* [[Gus Pumpkinweed]] -- Gus was once one of L'yhta's apprentices, and the two of them got along quite well (perhaps due to the fact that they both have a strong drive towards excellence). She's ecstatic to hear that he's now opened a business of his own.
* [[Kevaraan Annorek]] -- This troubled miqo'te lancer was one of L'yhta's close friends before the Seventh Astral Era. She presumes him dead at this point, though she hopes he's just found a place
* [[R'kyala Mahji]] -- Since the two of them met through Camille, they've gotten along smashingly, perhaps because they both act like chocobos hopped up on X-Ethers.
* [[Paran Hywel]] -- A distance has formed between L'yhta and Paran since certain events involving a voidsent. While she's pleasantly surprised at his new interest in magic theory, she remains wary of the instability she saw in him.
* [[Camille Everardi]] -- L'yhta enjoys Camille's company and her keen intellect and ability to plan. She feels Camille is wise beyond her years.
* [[K'hane Tariq]] -- Since she was released from the influence of a powerful voidsent, K'hane's returned to "normal," though L'yhta wishes she'd show more of her confidence. "There's got to be a middle ground, right?"
* [[Deitrych Brownlowe]] -- This bounty hunter is viewed by most in the Tower as somewhere between weird and extremely creepy, but L'yhta finds him to be largely misunderstood and quirkily charming. The two have interacted much less after certain revelations regarding his interactions with Clalaris.
* [[Kellach Woods]] -- L'yhta met Kellach at a beach party when he was still an employee of XI:7. She likes both his enthusiasm and humbleness, and she'd like to show him more magic as she feels he has a strong talent for the art.
* [[Fio Arasgain]] -- This chef at the Bismarck and skilled warrior is someone L'yhta respects, as he's a fellow refugee from the tribal life. She feels they have a lot in common and could become closer friends.
* [[Aireiel Shipkeeper]] -- The significant other of Garryson Shipkeeper, she's been through a lot of hardships, and L'yhta respects the fact that she's come out of them with her mind intact. She does wish she'd come a bit more out of her shell, though.
* [[Karaki Crystalis]] -- After a rocky start, L'yhta's found that she and this miqo'te from the East have a lot in common. She considers him a friend and hopes to be able to "correct" his less personable qualities.
* [[Cliodhna Eoghan]] -- Cliodhna and L'yhta have crossed paths a few times, and they've a friendship forged on a mutual love of fun and helping others.
* [[Sasari Sari]] -- L'yhta gets along well with Sasari, or so she believes, and is quite interested in figuring out how to help her in better controlling her magicks.
* [[Sasani Sani]] -- Perhaps surprisingly, L'yhta can in fact tell Sasari and Sasani apart. She thinks Sasani is particularly sweet, particularly when she's with [[Jessika Saphir|Jessika]].
* Cieranaux Aramont -- Robert Fletcher's apprentice prior to L'yhta, Cieranaux has nothing but disrespect for her and typically lobs idle insults and cliché attacks in her direction -- a way to show his distaste for her while reminding her that she's, to him, nothing more than a trifle that doesn't warrant a more serious effort. After nearly murdering him and being pulled back from the brink by two of her friends, she's decided to just dismiss him as not worth her trouble.
* Volkido Tekido -- Robert Fletcher's personal assistant, this lalafell is the majordomo of the Ivory Tower and also acts as L'yhta's personal assistant. As much as he complains about being put upon by these "wizards with their heads in the clouds," and the "foolish girl" that he's "stuck with," Volkido cares deeply for her and the other wizards.
* L'ehli Tia -- When L'yhta last went to Greencliff, this tia -- one of her nephews by her eldest sister -- followed her back. Volkido has set him up with an apartment using L'yhta's funds so he can remain in the city; he's currently training at the Coral Tower to join the Yellowjackets.
* Solaxia -- L'yhta's agreed to, along with Clalaris, train this excitable sylph in the ways of magic. While Solaxia would much rather learn Thaumaturgy from Stompy One (as she calls L'yhta), L'yhta's pushed the sylph to learn Conjury from Moogle One (aka Clalaris) first.
* Lydia Burroughs -- This alleged defector from the Garleans was complicit in a dire crime committed against one of L'yhta's best friends. L'yhta told Nathalanee she wanted her to decide how to handle the captive, and so Lydia was turned over to the Twin Adder for debriefing despite L'yhta's misgivings. While she hopes the hyur can make good on the second chance she's been given, L'yhta is keeping a close eye on her and won't hesitate to try to put an end to this experiment if it goes even the least bit awry.

==Characteristics==
[[Image:L'yhtaMahreFlat.jpg|right|thumb|300px|L'yhta, envisioned by [http://mitchfoust.deviantart.com Mitch Foust]]]
* '''Nicknames''': Lyta (to most non-miqo'te), Yhta (to very close friends only)
* '''Age''': 24
** '''Nameday''': 12th sun of the 3rd Astral Moon, 1555 of 6th Astral Era
* '''Gender''': Female
** '''Sexuality''': Largely heterosexual, excepting one same-sex attraction
** '''Marital Status''': In a relationship, though she rarely admits it directly
* '''Alignment''': Chaotic Good/Unprincipled
* '''Height''': 5 fulms, 5 ilms
* '''Weight''': Generally around 120 to 130 ponz
* '''Body''': Thin, lanky, but with a wiry musculature
* '''Hair''': Varies, but naturally, long, straight, and violet
* '''Eyes''': Iridescent heliotrope
* '''Skin''': Dark with light facial markings
* '''Clothing''': In public, she tends to robes, pants or leggings, high boots, and ring guards or fingerless gloves. As of late, she's also been wearing fairly "daring" outfits involving short skirts and light, sleeveless tops. Her choice of clothing in public is as fluid as her mood, though unless she has no alternative, she never wears armor heavier than a breastplate or chain-backed robes and heavy leather boots. In private, she usually wears leggings and a bandeau top, light and minimal smallclothes, or nothing at all.

===Likes===
* Music and dancing
* Battle (though she'd only confess to "battles to protect people")
* Jellied fruits -- or any fruit, really
* Conversation, especially about magic, philosophy, and religion
* Proving how great she is
* Being surprised by someone's knowledge and talents
* Being teased (though she'd ''never'' admit that)
* Confident people who don't take themselves or life too seriously

===Dislikes===
* Probing questions about her tribal past or ''especially'' about her sexuality
* Being corrected, even when she's clearly screwed up
* Miqo'te females who fit the "cute" or "sexy" stereotype, as well as those who support tribal culture
* People who deny her "clearly obvious brilliance"
* The nobility and anyone else who seek to impose their will on others
* Arrogant people, especially those who claim noble blood or divine right
* "Fanatic cultists:" Ishgardians, Garleans, and sometimes Gridanians (depending on how much they use "the will of the Elementals" to justify their actions)

[[Image:Lyhta mahre sanguinefenrir.png|right|thumb|300px|L'yhta envisioned by '''sanguineFenrir''']]
===Areas of Expertise===
* '''Martial''': Thaumaturgy, Arcanima, Conjury; Thaumaturgy is her strongest Discipline, followed by Arcanima, then Conjury.
** L'yhta dabbles in other martial skills, but her expertise in them is largely a function of "cheating" using magic. Even with that assistance, she's about at the level of a talented beginner at best. When "cheating," she's very good at using her magic in physical combat to deflect attacks or to deliver punishing blows; her weakness is actually managing to ''connect'' with said blows, especially if her opponent has any real expertise.
* '''Crafting''': Enchantment, magitek modification
** She has some experience in alchemy and goldsmithing, but is a rough beginner except where they're necessary for her research. She knows enough tailoring to patch her own clothes. Mostly, she relies on others to keep her non-magical equipment and clothes in good shape.
* '''Other''': Magic theory, literacy, area knowledge, vocal performance, dancing, being insufferably upbeat
** L'yhta's particular area of expertise in magic theory is what she's taken to calling "metamagic" -- the blending of the three Disciplines of Magic to produce new and enhanced spells.

===Strengths===
* '''Magically adept''': L'yhta has a considerable natural talent for weaving Aether and practices all three Disciplines of Magic (though she's not ''nearly'' as great as she thinks she is).
* '''Driven''': When she's set her mind to something, it's very difficult to dissuade her.
* '''Witty''': L'yhta can be pretty quick with a quip or a joke about a situation, even in the midst of a pitched battle.
* '''Active''': If nothing else, L'yhta is a constant dynamo of energy. She does have an "off switch," so to speak, but most of the time, she's always in motion.
* '''Sidethinker''': When she does actually deign to plan, she's good at coming up with unexpected alternative solutions to problems.
* '''High alcohol tolerance''': As a result of growing up with small beers and her training with the Wizards' Choir (some of which involved heavy drinking and the consumption of "recreational" herbs and potions), L'yhta has a shockingly high alcohol tolerance, especially for someone her size. It's said she's drunk even salty Roegadyn sailors under the table, though not without having to be carried out of the tavern afterwards.
* '''Optimistic''': Everything's going to be great, Eorzea's heading to a greater tomorrow, and there's no way we can make the same mistakes of the past -- or so L'yhta believes. Going hand in hand with her naivete, she's boundlessly optimistic and typically views the bright side of any situation.

===Weaknesses===
* '''Physically inept''': Without "cheating" through the use of magic (or magitek), L'yhta is about as physically threatening as a clumsy Mealvaan's Gate desk clerk. It takes her considerable effort to work around this limitation, and so if she's caught unawares and without the tools of her trade, she's not particularly dangerous.
* '''Naive''': L'yhta believes that people are essentially good, that evil is always obvious, and that Good will always triumph over Evil in the end. More subtle and devious forms of wickedness can slip right under her nose, and as a result she's not the best judge of character.
* '''Imperceptive''': It could be her overconfidence blinding her, a consequence of her stubbornness when her mind is on another task, or merely a natural trait, but L'yhta is notably poor at noticing things that are out of the ordinary unless she's explicitly looking for them. As a Seeker of the Sun, her night vision is also fairly poor (which is one reason she likes staves that glow, besides how "stylish" they are). Her lack of perception often even extends to picking up on social cues.
* '''Stubborn''': Going hand in hand with being driven, once she's chosen a course of action -- for good or ill -- she rarely changes her mind unless the situation changes such that she has no other option. If she, for instance, decides someone is evil, it's very difficult to convince her otherwise. Precious few people can get her to second-guess her decisions, particularly in the heat of the moment.
* '''Overconfident''': At present, nothing in the world can convince "Limsa Lominsa's most spectaculofabulous sorcerer" that she's not, in fact, "Utterly Excellent" and "Destined for Great Things." This overconfidence more often than not leads her to take unnecessary, completely foolish risks. One of the most common demonstrations of this is her casually dismissive attitude towards both danger and her enemies. Some suspect that this overconfidence is really just overcompensation for her...
* '''Self-image issues''': As a result of her upbringing, L'yhta feels that magic is the only thing she's actually any good at, and that she has very few other positive qualities. This is usually extremely well-hidden behind her veil of overconfidence, but it comes out from time to time in pointedly negative comments she makes about herself, perseveration on others' off-handed comments about her, and dramatic changes in behavior or clothing based on the observations of others. For instance, a simple "isn't that outfit a little tight for you?" from an acquaintance can get her to run away to change clothes into something dramatically different, even if she were just proudly showing the outfit off.
* '''Lack of planning''': L'yhta rarely plans her actions in advance, preferring instead a "Geronimo!" approach of leaping before she looks. The term "poor impulse control" fits her, and when she feels she has to plan (or is forced to do so), she tends to get fidgety and impatient.

==Other Notes==
[[Image:LyhtaMahreNobootsFinalJPeg-Eckzein.jpg|right|thumb|300px|L'yhta dancing, envisioned by '''Eckzein''']]
[[Image:Lyhta-aria.jpg|right|thumb|300px|L'yhta being smug, envisioned by '''A'ria''']]
[[Image:ChibiMaker-Lyhta.jpg|right|thumb|200px|Chibi L'yhta-chan?!?]]
===Naming===
L'yhta usually uses a slightly simplified version of her name, "Lyta," among non-miqo'te primarily because she dislikes them butchering its actual pronunciation and spelling. It's easier and less obnoxious, in her mind, to just use a name that matches how people would typically read her name anyway. As such, she often uses the alias on legal documents in the city-states to simplify transactions. Among other miqo'te, however, she uses and prefers her real name. In close company, she, like many Seekers of the Sun, is known to drop her tribe letter and call herself Yhta (EE-tah).

===Religion===
L'yhta venerates the Twelve, but doesn't worship them, nor does she recognize any of them as her patron deity. If anything, she views Hydaelyn itself as her patron based on recent events. She feels that the circumstances of her life are proof of two things: one, she's been chosen for a Great Destiny by the Mothercrystal, and two, Nymeia has chosen to bless her, perhaps for this reason. Perhaps surprisingly, L'yhta isn't egotistical or outspoken about either of these beliefs or religion in general. In fact, she's typically awkward in such discussions, approaching them extremely tentatively (especially with regards to the Echo, which she views as both a blessing and a curse that makes her "weird").

===Quirks===
L'yhta adores jellied and candied fruits, and is rarely without a pouch of them. She also tends to introduce herself using made-up adjectives, usually created by forcefully merging two words, to describe her "greatness;" for instance, she's been known to refer to herself as "stupendiferous," "brilliantastic," and "magnifijestic." She'll often apply this sort of puffery to her friends, particularly when introducing them or cheering on their successes.

===Equipment===
L'yhta has acquired through her travels a fairly significant collection of artifacts that can channel and focus Aether, ranging from Nymian books to Allagan rods, from Belah'dian swords to Amdapori staves. Most of her robes and other clothes are commissioned bespoke, then enchanted by her; she spends considerable gil on "looking stylish," as she puts it. She especially likes modern recreations of ancient designs, such as Nymian outfits. However, she does have a relatively small collection of acquired clothing, including some highly magicked smallclothes that she came across in an Ishgardian fortress that'd been overrun by Voidsent.

In addition to this equipment, L'yhta has a wide variety of stolen and modified magitek (including a Reaper she's painted a garish metallic yellow) that she uses along with specialized spells of her own design to either deflect attacks or imbue her weapons -- specifically, a magitek sword -- with magical force. The net effect is that she can become quite difficult to hurt, but her lack of expertise and physical ability leave her relatively inept at actually landing any blows. When she's "cheating" in this way, she can't channel Aether for more direct spells. Despite her best efforts (and probably for the good of Eorzea generally), she remains unable to call forth and precisely control enough Aether to do so, and the effects of the magitek on the local Aetheric flows would make attempts to do so rather unsafe, to put it mildly.

===Rumours===
The following rumours can be heard about L'yhta, predominantly in Limsa Lominsa. (Please feel free to add your character's thoughts here as well.)

====Common rumours====
* "Remember that wizard, Robert Wotshisname? The one with the white hair? Yeah, he was ''totally'' making his bed with that Seeker girl, ifyaknowwhatImean."
* "Nah, she was just leading him on to get his inheritance once he was returned to the sea."
* "I heard she's been working with the Maelstrom as some kind of 'consulting mage' after she stopped some huge fishback ritual."
* "I never seen someone who weren't a kid, drunk, or a whore hug people as much as she does. An' she's no child, so whaddya think that says about her?"

====Uncommon rumours====
* "Remember what I said about her killing her family? She went back to finish the job! Why else's she got black hair now?"
* "Oh, I heard that she actually killed that old man she was bedding! She hit him with a spell while he was fighting on the front lines."
* "I used ta say she had no magical power, b-but... listen, bub, I-I saw her ''vaporize'' a ship's mast at full sail! Snap, boom, it was just ''gone''!"
* "I saw her bring an injured hyur to Fallgourd Float... then hire an adventurer to shoot the poor woman if she tried to leave! What kind of horrible creature would do such a thing?"
* "Shh! Keep it down! I heard she pushed someone off th' side of the city when he talked bad about her an' Seekers, then set 'im on fire on th' way down!"

====Rare rumours====
* "L'yhta's family is looking for her, and they're worried sick that she's going to fall in with a bad crowd or get killed."
* "She travels between here, Gridania, and Ul'dah a lot -- I bet she's a secret assassin working for some rich noble."
* "That green-haired miqo'te she's been hanging around? They're lovers, I heard. Yeah -- and that older elezen she's around, too, and those two lalafell with the staves. Typical miqo'te, bedding anything with a heartbeat..."

====What PCs are saying====

* "L'yhta? She is a tad excitable, yes, but then she tends to find exciting things. It all balances out, really, and it makes for interesting stories to tell." --[[Sazhi'to Bajhiri]]
* "A female who shares my distaste for the tribes. Fancies herself a sorcerer, too. She'll definitely be a good resource if she's half as learned as she claims to be." -- [[Fio Arasgain]]
* "A very good friend. Always good for a hug! And for exploring dangerous ruins with reckless disregard for our own well-being." - [[Kellach Woods]]
* "Oh- L'yhta! The sorcerer, hm? Hells, I really meant to speak with her again- she inspired me to try and take up more of the magical arts than I thought ''plausible'' before. I am still ''quite'' interested to see how she managed to meld Arcanima and Thaumaturgey, and those experiments ''did'' sound intriguing. ... I wonder if she remembers me; how time gets away up here. . ." -- [[Xavarian Mystrife]]
* "L'yhta's adorable. She's got a neat way of talking and some of the stuff's over my head but I can tell she's got a good heart! Plus she's a lot like me in some ways. More than the Miqo'te thing, and she doesn't have the glowy hair, but still..." -- [[Karaki Crystalis]]

===Known Haunts===
You might have run into or otherwise know L'yhta from:

* Mornings at the Bismarck in Limsa Lominsa, where she's usually there just after dawn for tea and fruit.
* All three magical guilds, which she regularly frequents and almost always with a journal in hand.
* The shores of La Noscea (particularly near Mist), where she's known to go swimming on a somewhat regular basis.
* Raids on Garlean encampments and Castrums, both formal and informal.

==References==
[[Image:Lyhta_Mahre_Face_2.png|thumb|300px|right|''"Time to be Big Damn Heroes!"'']]
* [http://ffxiv-roleplayers.com/showthread.php?tid=2688&pid=36966#pid36966 100 Questions About L'yhta]
* [http://ffxiv-roleplayers.com/showthread.php?tid=1999&pid=39718#pid39718 Character references (for art)]
* [http://ffxiv-roleplayers.com/showthread.php?tid=3266&pid=40557#pid40557 RP connections wanted for L'yhta]
* [http://ffxiv-roleplayers.com/showthread.php?tid=3039 You might know L'yhta from...]
* [http://ffxiv-roleplayers.com/showthread.php?tid=3227 What L'yhta eats]
* [http://ffxiv-roleplayers.com/showthread.php?tid=3144 Where L'yhta sleeps]

===OOC Inspirations===
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L'yhta is inspired by [[Wikipedia:Eleventh Doctor|Matt Smith's Eleventh Doctor]] -- particularly her "devil may care" attitude and wild overconfidence -- as well as [[wikipedia:Lina Inverse|Lina Inverse]]. Apparently, she also shares a fair number of characteristics with [[Wikipedia:Leslie Knope|Leslie Knope]] (in her loyalty and need to control situations) and [[Wikipedia:Scott Pilgrim|Scott Pilgrim]] (particularly in how self-absorbed she can be). Her casual disregard for danger and general expectation that everything will inevitably turn out in her favor is disturbingly similar to that of [[Wikipedia:Sterling Archer|Sterling Archer]].
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Yasashii Borlaaq

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{{Infobox-character
| name = Yasashii Yukikuma
| image = Ffxiv 08162015 025720.png
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| gender = Female
| citizenship = Ishgard
| race = Au Ra
| clan = Raen
| stat_1 = Age
| stat_1_value = 22
| stat_2 = Marital Status
| stat_2_value = Single
| stat_3 = Occupation
| stat_3_value = Machinist, Mercenary, Cook, and general nuisance.
| stat_4 = Height/Weight
| stat_4_value =
| stat_5 = Orientation
| stat_5_value = lesbian
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===<div style="padding:10px 15px; background: #BEC3BC;font-size:14px;color:#5F5F5F;">Basic Info</div>===
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<tr> Yasashii is a Auri refugee from Doma; after both her daughter and Husband were killed in the carnage of what happened in Doma regarding the Imperial Legion's march on the country. She was trained to be a kunochi since her third year of birth. However she is not only skilled with just dagger play, she has precise marksmanship, able to narrow down foes from yalms away. She's hardly ever serious, and tends to be a bit brash on occasion. Yasashii is a Machinist by birth, able to disassemble, or assemble weapons, tools, even clock-work dolls as if it were child's play, she tends to use her gift for a hobby then a way to make money.
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: <font style="color:#ECCA67;" size="3">■</font> Rabbits
: <font style="color:#ECCA67;" size="3">■</font> Exploring
: <font style="color:#ECCA67;" size="3">■</font> Cooking
: <font style="color:#ECCA67;" size="3">■</font> Collecting Triple Triad Cards.

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: <font style="color:#DFD59E;" size="3">■</font> cheap wine.
: <font style="color:#DFD59E;" size="3">■</font> Hornets.
: <font style="color:#DFD59E;" size="3">■</font> Voidsent.
: <font style="color:#DFD59E;" size="3">■</font> Morbols.

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: <font style="color:#CACFA5;" size="3">■</font> Alignment: Lawful Neutral
: <font style="color:#CACFA5;" size="3">■</font> Vice(s): Gambling
: <font style="color:#CACFA5;" size="3">■</font> Favorite Food: Rolanberry Cheesecake
: <font style="color:#CACFA5;" size="3">■</font> Favorite Drink: Chamomile Tea
: <font style="color:#CACFA5;" size="3">■</font> Favorite Color: Violet, black

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===<div style="padding:10px 15px; background: #BEC3BC;font-size:14px;color:#5F5F5F;">Appearance & Personality</div>===
: Yasashii is an Au Ra of above average Height, she has pale white skin, similar to fresh snow on a winter's morn, light blue eyes that glow as bright as the day's sky. Like most Raen, she has white scales covering various parts of her body. She commonly wears her hair in a short, choppy fashion. Yasashii has a short temper, and is rather impetuous, makes her a bit of a threat when provoked, however, she tends to blow over insults, from cynical, or innocent people alike, with her own insults, mostly in a playful manner, but most assume it's a taunt. Yasashii is brash at times, and due to such, that gets her into fights, most of the time it's fights she cannot win. While she may not seem to be bright, that is quite the opposite, she's quick-witted, and calculative. At times she is able to predict her opponent's moves. Even to the point of where she'll predict what they will say. Despite all her faults, she is kind, and honest, saying what she believes is true bluntly, even if the person would not like to know the truth. Feeling that even white lies will cause disaster.
===<div style="padding:10px 15px; background: #BEC3BC;font-size:14px;color:#5F5F5F;">Biography</div>===

====<div style="padding:0px 30px; font-size:14px;color:#5F5F5F;">Childhood</div>====

: Yasashii was an adoptive child of a Doman couple, due to her parents dying to an Xaela tribal attack, she holds no grudge against her black scaled kin, infact she generally enjoys them, she was raised in a small village along with her adoptive parents, the other children about would tease her due to her scales, and horns, for she was different to the rest of them, the Adults in her small village was more accepting, regardless she was happy even if the other kids could be cruel. At an early age; she began training endlessly to become a shinobi, to blend in the shadows and to be as quiet as the night.

====<div style="padding:0px 30px; font-size:14px;color:#5F5F5F;">Teenage</div>====

: Yasashii at the age of sixteen completed her training as a ninja, or shinobi, able to blend in crowds, and shadows alike, though her greatest tool in her arsenal was her brain, she did not resort into hiding in combat, but she used the environment around her to confuse, and trick her opponents, as well as her calculative predictions. That was not enough to save Doma from the Empire however, her mental advantage was overpowered by sheer number, devestated, she fled to Eorzea along with other refugees to seek shelter, Yasashii did not grieve hard for her homeland despite how proud of it she was, She grew attached to Eorzea quickly, adapting to their culture, and differences, she blended her homeland's culture, and Eorzea's together to make her own. And while it may be confusing to others, she is perfectly happy with that.

====<div style="padding:0px 30px; font-size:14px;color:#5F5F5F;">Present</div>====

: Now; Yasashii typically wanders about, doing whatever she feels like doing, either flirting, fighting, tinkering, she tends to assist free-companies and their allies with jobs, typically without pay, due to how she feels like she did it only to suit her own needs, and not the needs of others, thus her reward is confidence.

===<div style="padding:10px 15px; background: #BEC3BC;font-size:14px;color:#5F5F5F;">Miscellaneous/Noteworthy Comments</div>===
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<tr> '''YES I know my character In Game has a last that is of Xaela origin, I do not have the money (At the moment.) to afford a name change to make it into Yasashii Yukikuma, so please understand that. '''
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''Some of these rumors are untrue or are greatly exaggerated. Please feel free to add your own rumors under PC!''
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: <font style="color:#aac5b4;" size="3">■</font> "A rather eager and respectful woman, both kind and disciplined. A proud sister of mine, though I hear she's a wonderful cook." — ''[[Orenji Kharn]]''
: <font style="color:#aac5b4;" size="3">■</font> " Yasa was once the lightning to my thunder. The perfect pair we were....ahh the good ole days. It does me a lot of good to have her back in my life, she's a very dear friend to me." _ ''[[Nataru Rahz]]''
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*<font style="color:#C24640;" size="3">●</font> Poor Standing
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===<div style="padding:10px 35px; background: #BEC3BC;font-size:14px;color:#5F5F5F;">Footnotes</div>===

: Template by [[Bancroft Gairn]]
: '''Theme Song(s)''':
* [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jWt9pCPx8w8 The Mechanical Girl ] Yasashii's theme while she's working on whatever she's tinkering on.
* [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TQJ0tcwLW_s Hunt You Down] Yasashii's battle theme.

: '''TV Tropes''':

U'Zhet Tia

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#REDIRECT [[Y'zhet Tia]]

Aiyana Tyanu

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RPC Library:Special thanks

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The RPC would like to give special thanks to the following people, whose generous [https://www.patreon.com/freelancewizard pledges of financial support] help keep the RPC going.
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Llaine Tetheros

2015-12-29T21:21:37Z

FreelanceWizard: /* What PCs are saying */ +1 rumour!

{{Infobox-character
| name = Llaine Tetheros
| image =
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| caption =
| title = Knight of the Crystal
| gender = Female
| citizenship = Ul'dah
| race = Hyur
| clan = Highlander
| stat_1 = Age
| stat_1_value = 33
| stat_2 = Height
| stat_2_value = 5 fulms, 10 ilms
| stat_3 = Weight
| stat_3_value = 230 ponze
| stat_4 = Profession
| stat_4_value = Adventurer
| stat_5 = Patron Deity
| stat_5_value = Hydaelyn
| stat_6 = Server
| stat_6_value = Balmung
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'''Llaine Tetheros''' is a Hyur Highlander from Ul'dah, daughter of a wealthy Ul'dahn merchant, and ex-Immortal Flame. She is currently a veteran adventurer and member of the Ivory Tower, where she studies magic as a spellsword, weaving her martial prowess and magicks together. She is an adherent of Hydaelyn, and worships the Mother Crystal as her patron deity.

==Appearance==
Llaine is a Highlander of average to above-average height (roughly 5'10") with raven black hair, highlighted red, and mocha skin. She has complete heterochromia, with one turquoise blue and one seafoam green eye. A long scar adorns her right eye. She has dark freckles on her face, and if the Tetheros family had any traces of Ala Mhigan lineage in them it is long gone, with generations of their family able to be traced throughout Ul'dah's history. Her build is toned and athletic, able to show off clearly defined muscle groups when flexing but otherwise sleek when relaxed. A plethora of scars cover her body, each a wound sustained in combat, and at one time used as a mark of pride as a warrior. Now she often covers them in heavy plate or thick leather, preferring coats or modest clothing over revealing outfits. Her speech is eloquent and educated, and she shows no hint of the usual Ul'dahn accent.

Despite her knight's demeanor, she does still like to exhibit her feminine side, and will often wear her hair down, in long flowing curls, and when not girded for combat enjoys jewelry, fine robes, and light makeup.

==History==
Llaine Tetheros was born to wealth and affluence, the eldest daughter of an Ul'dahn merchant and his wife. Soon enough she was graced with a younger sister and brother, and she and her sister became fast friends while growing up. All three of the Tetheros children enjoyed a fine education and upper class rearing, complete with art lessons, chocobo riding, and decorum. When not training to represent the Tetheros family in the upper class of Ul'dah, Llaine and her sister Liara would play together, often descending into the lower streets of the city to find trouble. Llaine took to weapons early, learning swordplay from the Tetheros family head of security, and proved herself a capable combatant even in her young age. Meanwhile, her sister and brother were the ones who took well to the scales and micromanagement of Ul'dah's ultra-competitive market scene, yet it was still Llaine who was lauded as the Tetheros family heir. Liara and Liam continued to live in her shadow, despite Llaine's unpopular decision to forego the family business and join the Immortal Flames, and soon enough at age 16 she did just that, joining as a private under the command of the Flame General.

Soon after Llaine joined the Flames, she fell out of touch with her sister, who until then had kept up writing to her. Llaine was concerned, and a bit saddened, but her duties to the Flames kept her mostly occupied. More years passed, uneventful, until Llaine, now 23 years old and a Sergeant in the Flames, received word that her sister had disappeared. Llaine, fearing for Liara's safety, took temporary leave from the Flames to search for her. It did not take her long to find her sister, however, standing in the middle of a field of blood and surrounded by bodies. Liara had slaughtered dozens of men, women, and children, and when Llaine confronted her, she gave only an insane laugh and blamed Llaine and the shadow she cast, which Liara sought to escape from. After a brief clash which left both women scarred physically, Liara escaped, leaving Llaine to lament her sister's downfall in the pouring rains.

Years passed without a whisper of Liara's whereabouts, and Llaine continued her duties within the Flames, eventually becoming a Sergeant First Class just prior to the Battle of Carteneau and the Calamity. Llaine took part in the battle, escaping the fiery destruction rained upon the Eorzean Alliance by Bahamut, and ended her service with the Flames after that, becoming a wandering adventurer. Not long thereafter she joined the Sword and Rose Order as a close personal bodyguard of T'nara Fariq (later Katara Shadowalker) and [[Konner Kinkaid]]. During her stay with the Order, she learned of Liara's fate: she now led a band of revolutionaries called the Sons of Rhalgr, and the two forces met on the fields of Coerthas to settle things once and for all. While the Order and the Sons of Rhalgr battled fiercely around them, Llaine and Liara drew steel for their final confrontation. After a blazing duel, Llaine emerged victorious, albeit gravely injured, ending her sister's life and the Sons of Rhalgr for good. Llaine continued to serve Konner and the Order after their battle with Liara's forces, eventually serving as one of Konner's closest advisers before she vanished from Eorzea for a time.

Now back from her sojourn, Llaine has taken up worship of Hydaelyn, the Mother Crystal, and become a wandering adventurer again, doing good deeds and lending aid wherever it may be needed in the name of the Crystal. She has rejoined her old friend [[L'yhta Mahre]] in Mysterium, the Ivory Tower, to expand on her magic abilities, and has begun laying the groundwork for the reformed Ebon Watch, the Tower's martial order.

==Personality==
Llaine has a very strong sense of morality and justice, and it comes through in her stern demeanor when facing down ne'er-do-wells or battling the forces of evil. Typically, though, she has a carefree and laid-back air about her, even if her posture and bearing can suggest otherwise. She tries to come across as motherly, or like a big sister, offering wisdom and advice when it is requested, and protecting her friends and loved ones when necessary. She tends to dive headlong into the unknown, preferring to lead the charge rather than follow, as the safety of her comrades always takes priority over her own. She is selfless, sometimes to the point of being sanctimonious, and can be a bit preachy at times.

Bubbling just below the surface is a bloodlust she once tapped into for power before becoming an adherent of Hydaelyn, and if pushed too far, will allow it to overtake her, driving her into a ferocious frenzy of steel.

==Affiliations and Known Associates==
* [[L'yhta Mahre]] - Llaine's closest friend next to Eamont, she greatly enjoys L'yhta's company and their discussions of life and the world. She enjoys L'yhta's viewpoints on things and more than once, the plucky Miqo'te mage has helped Llaine see a problem from a fresh perspective. Llaine is more than happy to take on the mantle of L'yhta's "big sister."
* [[Eamont Desormaux]] - The second of Llaine's closest friends, Llaine looks up to Eamont as a confidant and source of wisdom when her own runs dry. She lived with Eamont for a spell after returning to Eorzea and the two grew even closer than before. Llaine would give anything for Eamont's sake, though she would never tell him that.
* [[Clalaris Sil Laris]] - Llaine is relatively well-acquainted with the Tower's most popular lalafell, having had a few conversations with her prior to Llaine's disappearance, and again after her return. She respects Clalaris as a mage and fellow Tower member.
* [[Sazhi'to Bajhiri]] - Sazhi'to did some crafting work for Llaine prior to her disappearance, and now after her return, the two share a friendly acquaintance. As with most of the Tower's mages, Llaine respects his abilities as a mage.
* [[Nataru Rahz]] - Llaine has conversed with this chipper Miqo'te monk on several occasions, usually alongside Nataru's Au Ra fiancee. She works in the tavern Llaine frequents on her travels, and their conversation is always lighthearted.
* [[Hageshi No Valirelia]] - Nataru's lover, Vali once gave Llaine some very valuable advice. Though Llaine finds Vali to be somewhat of an enigma at times, the relationship between Vali and Nataru always warms Llaine's heart.
* [[Kurenai Nagi]] - Llaine once assisted in retrieving this Raen fortune-teller from a well-meaning but misguided guardian, and has remained cordial and friendly with her since. She seems nice enough, and Llaine is very willing to help the young Au Ra in whatever way she can.
==Characteristics==
* '''Nicknames''': None
* '''Age''': 33
** '''Nameday''': 9th Sun of the 12th Umbral Moon
* '''Gender''': Female
** '''Sexuality''': Bisexual
** '''Marital Status''': Single
* '''Alignment''': Chaotic Good
* '''Height''': 5'10"
* '''Weight''': 230lbs
* '''Body''': Athletic
* '''Hair''': Black w/red highlights
* '''Eyes''': Complete heterochromia, blue/green
* '''Skin''': Mocha

===Likes===
* Tea
* Cheesecake
* Well-made swords
* Flying her Mana Cutter
* '''JUSTICE'''

===Dislikes===
* Beast tribes
* Primals
* Monetarists
* Tart fruit drinks
* Lobsters

===Areas of Expertise===
* '''Martial''': Axes, swords/shields, claymores
* '''Crafting''': None
* '''Other''': Mining

===Strengths===
* Strong moral fiber
* Literally really strong
* Educated
* World-wise
* Strong sense of duty

===Weaknesses===
* Sanctimonious
* No strong marketable skills outside of combat
* Can be snarky when annoyed
* Can fall prey to bloodlust if pushed too far
* Narrow-minded view of beast tribes

==Other Notes==
===Religion===
Worships '''Hydaelyn''', the Mother Crystal

===Quirks===
Llaine, while not generally preferring one gender over the other when it comes to romance, does have a weakness for female Miqo'te. She also has a weakness for cheesecake, and it is the quickest way to garner her favor. She has a tendency to wax poetic when struck with a particular determination about something, and will make sweeping declarations apropos of nothing.

===Equipment===
Llaine usually carries a weapon of some sort, be it sword, axe, or claymore, and tends to only dress casually when relaxing at home. Her favored set of armor is a lightweight jacket with steel gauntlets and greaves, well-suited to travelling. She carries a satchel containing general goods for the road, as well as weapon maintenance kits and an assortment of crystals for bartering, on top of her usual gil allowance.

===Rumours===
The following rumours can be heard about Llaine, predominantly in Ul'dah. (If your character has an opinion about her, feel free to add it here.)

====Common rumours====
* "Eldest daughter of Leoric Tetheros, she is. Aye, the wealthy one."
* "Used to run in the mercenary circles, went by the name Scarlet Blade."
* "Sergeant Tetheros? Aye, I served with her. Damn fine soldier. Shame to watch her go after Carteneau."

====Uncommon rumours====
* "Heard her sister went batty an' killed a bunch o' folk."
* "Saw her in Vesper Bay with a pirate crew. Least I think it was her. Who are we talking about, again?"

====Rare rumours====
* "She funnels money to the revolutionaries. No secret she's a staunch Royalist. What do you mean, 'it is a big secret'?"

====What PCs are saying====

* "Llaine? She's the big sister I always wished I had, you know? I'm glad to have someone so strong and so ''solid'' in my life. I hope she doesn't end up heading away again..." --[[L'yhta Mahre]]

===Known Haunts===
You might have run into or otherwise know Llaine from:

* The Quicksand
* Hall of Flames
* Revenant's Toll

===OOC Inspirations===
Agrias Oaks from Final Fantasy Tactics was a big inspiration for Llaine's personality, and her desert warrior heritage was inspired by the ancient Persians.

User:Garza Redwing

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Garza Redwing

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| image = Ffxiv_06082015_220730.png
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| gender = Male
| citizenship = Limsa Lominsa
| race = Born Hyurian
| clan = Midlander
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| stat_2 = Marital Status
| stat_2_value = Dating
| stat_3 = Occupation
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| stat_4 = Height/Weight
| stat_4_value = 5'11 / 175 Lbs
| stat_5 = Orientation
| stat_5_value = Heterosexual
| stat_6 = Relatives
| stat_6_value = <ul><li> Garza Landfall (Father)</li> <li> Meridith Landfall (Mother)</li></ul>
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''"So it would seem..."'' '''- Garza Redwing'''<br />

'''Garza Redwing''' is a Gridanian Arcanist who does work all over the continent of Eorzea. He works out of Gridania, but rarely spends time in Gridania at all. He travels from location to location, generally sleeping in inns and houses of friendly people., finding people he can hire to do archaeological work for him. Typically involving dungeons and all sorts of dangerous work.

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: <font style="color:#ECCA67;" size="3">■ </font> Reading
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: <font style="color:#DFD59E;" size="3">■ </font> Stupidity
: <font style="color:#DFD59E;" size="3">■ </font> Cowardice
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: <font style="color:#CACFA5;" size="3">■</font> Alignment: Chaotic Good
: <font style="color:#CACFA5;" size="3">■</font> Vice(s): Sloth and Greed.
: <font style="color:#CACFA5;" size="3">■</font> Favorite Food: Baked Sole with a side of Cheese Risotto.
: <font style="color:#CACFA5;" size="3">■</font> Favorite Drink: Chamomile Tea
: <font style="color:#CACFA5;" size="3">■</font> Favorite Color: Purple

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====<div style="padding:0px 30px; font-size:14px;color:#5F5F5F;">Childhood</div>====

: Born as Garza Landfall II, the child was born to a fairly well-off family of Thavnairian merchants who had taken to moving into Eorzea in search of a fortune. His family moved to the Shroud long before the Calamity, making Garza native to Eorzea unlike his parents. As a result, Garza knows next to nothing of Thanvnair or it's traditions aside from what little traditions his parents were able to bring along with them such as a few garbs. Growing up, Garza did a decent job in school as opposed to others in his classes. He was proficient at scientific pursuits and language, but lacking in other classes due to a lack of interest in the studies. He cared very little for books about history and mathematics.

====<div style="padding:0px 30px; font-size:14px;color:#5F5F5F;">Teenage</div>====

: Into his teenage years, his family began to grow old, poor, and sickly. With the merchant life not paying off, his family fell into poverty. With the money he had left, Garza took a chance, traveling to Limsa Lominsa to become a powerful arcanist with hopes of earning money for his family. Before even arriving in Limsa Lominsa, Garza's ship was attacked by pirates, forcing him to take up a spear in attempt to defend both his life and the lives of those with him. Though his ship was ultimately lost along with several onboard, the attacking crew offered him a chance to survive by working with them as a pirate. Much of what comes after is unknown, however, the name Redwing stems from his skill with a spear.

====<div style="padding:0px 30px; font-size:14px;color:#5F5F5F;">Present</div>====

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: <font style="color:#C24640;" size="3">●</font> [[Keai Meerclar]] : His ex-girlfriend. After she ran off with his kid, he wants nothing to do with her.

:<font style="color:#FA70BC;" size="3">♥</font> [[Sehn Vherka]] : A friendly Co-Worker that Garza would flirt with at times, mostly because he enjoyed the rejections. Though they're pretty good friends, Garza probably isn't all that interested in her past having someone to throw banter at. Besides, she works as a pretty decent wing-girl.

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