https://wiki.ffxiv-roleplayers.com/api.php?action=feedcontributions&user=Karen+Brightflower&feedformat=atomRPC Library - User contributions [en]2024-03-28T23:50:59ZUser contributionsMediaWiki 1.31.3https://wiki.ffxiv-roleplayers.com/index.php?title=Nyr_Ardyne&diff=347138Nyr Ardyne2020-01-08T03:20:49Z<p>Karen Brightflower: /* LF RP FC */</p>
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| caption = Reformed(?) Antagonist, 'Adventurer' for hire<br />
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| gender = Female<br />
| citizenship = Gridania (at present)<br />
| race = Hyur<br />
| clan = Midlander<br />
| stat_1 = Age<br />
| stat_1_value = 19<br />
| stat_2 = Relationship<br />
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==Character==<br />
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===General=== <br />
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Birthplace: ???<br />
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Current Residence: Lavender Beds Apartment<br />
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Current Workplace: The Silver Nexus. (Lavender Beds Free Company Mansion.)<br />
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Eye Color- Naturally green, bleached to white by some aetheric influence.<br />
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Hair color- Violet. Tips bleached white, but nearly entirely faded now. <br />
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Body Type- Thin, fit.<br />
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Age: 19<br />
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===Appearance===<br />
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Though tall for a midlander woman, Nyr's thin frame makes her less than imposing for the taller races. Her hair is a deep violet. Though her eyes are green by birth, some aetheric influence at one point had bleached her irises and hair white. These effects however are starting to fade, with all but the tipes of her hair now restored to a natural violet, and small green spots appearing in her irises again. Her body is fit and lean, agile but not overly muscled. Nyr's left eye was damaged in a fight, and is usually covered by a leather eye patch. When it comes to her wardrobe, Nyr tends to favor dark purples and black. <br />
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===Personality===<br />
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Nyr is irreverant and snarky, rarely without a quip of one sort or another. Her cockyness and irreverence have gotten her into trouble enough times that she usually knows when to reign these aspects in, but they still rise to the surface now and again. Nyr possesses a stubborn determination, and once she sets her sights ona gaol, she'll rarely relent until she's achieved it. <br />
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==Combat==<br />
===General===<br />
Though her style doesn't match it exactly, Nyr's general combat style is inspired by traveling Thavnairian Dancers. Using chakrams and similar weapons, she fights with a hybrid melee and ranged style. She carries a pair of bladed weapons often used up close, along with a set of lighter, more expendable throwing chakrams for ranged. When fighting in melee, she uses agile, dance like movements to evade enemy attacks and dliver punishing slashes. When fighting from afar, she'll try and wear down her foes with thrown chakram while nimbly keeping her distance. <br />
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When pushed to the edge, wuonded and cornered, Nyr's mental state will sometimes start to deteriorate in battle. Giving in to fits of manic laughter as she fights, with little regard to her own injuries. <br />
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==Tendencies==<br />
===Likes/Hobbies===<br />
::* Dancing<br />
::* Triple Triad (Casually)<br />
::* Wit and sharp tongues<br />
::* Spicy Food<br />
::* Kids (Unlikely to admit it)<br />
::* Nyr<br />
<br />
===Dislikes===<br />
::* Cowards<br />
::* Corrupt merchants/officials/officers<br />
::* Boisterous loudmouths<br />
::* Sickly Sweet things<br />
::* Nyr<br />
<br />
===Strengths===<br />
::* Agile and quick<br />
::* Highly proficient with chakram and other Dancer type weapons<br />
::* Moderately proficient in pugilist martial arts<br />
::* Understands the theory behind Thaumaturgy and some other forms of magic<br />
<br />
===Weaknesses===<br />
::* Lacking in brute strength compared to Highlanders, Roegadyn, Hrothgar etc. <br />
::* Cannot actively manipulate aether, cannot actually cast spells herself<br />
::* Reluctant to ask for help when she needs it<br />
::* Limited understanding of magic<br />
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==Relationships==<br />
===Family===<br />
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Lydia (Mother): Deceased.<br />
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Rin (Twin Sister (fraternal): Alive<br />
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===Friends===<br />
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March Monroe (Mentor figure)<br />
<br />
Rika Viras (Combat trainer, mentor figure)<br />
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===Enemies===<br />
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The Silver Nexus Free Company (Former antagonist toward the Silver Nexus, now on shaky but not openly violent terms.) <br />
<br />
==Rumors==<br />
===Common Rumors===<br />
::* Showed up in Gridania a few months ago, with not much known of where she grew up. <br />
::* Her eye injury seems recent, as she's sometimes seen to be adjusting to the new blindspot on ehr left. <br />
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===Uncommon Rumors===<br />
::* Said to have been seen in the ruins of the Sharlyan Colony in the Hinterlands before. <br />
::* Seems oddly knoweldgable about certain magical practices despite an inability to cast magic. <br />
<br />
===Rare Rumors===<br />
::* Said to have strange rune like tattoos on her body. <br />
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==OOC Info==<br />
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===Adventurer for Hire===<br />
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Nyr has recently taken up work as a mercenary/adventurer. Shile she has a few scruples (won't hurt children, etc), she generally isn't afraid to step outside the law to a degree. She's willing to take some morally gray work, but generally out outright villainous work. <br />
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===Combat RP===<br />
<br />
This can be fun when everyone involved is on the same page, and I find it's generally best to make sure of that before starting this up. If one person is trying to free form and the other insisting on rolls, that can get messy. I'm fairly flexible myself, and combat RP can be fun as long as nobody's trying to godmod and everyone's willing to take a hit here and there. If I'm at an event that involves combat, such as the Grindstone, I'll abide by their rules. If it's just an off the cuff thing, I'll generally freeform unless rolls or some sort of combat system are requested, in which case I'm generally fine with that too. Another form I've come across recently is to roll once to see who the ultimate winner is, but still allow for some freeform back and forth so that fights don't end up one sided. <br />
<br />
===Dark/Mature Themes===<br />
<br />
So this is a can of worms that needs more room to elaborate on than the limited search info. I don't shy away from dark, mature or even sexual themes in RP. So long as they're given the proper weight. If I feel like someone's just being edgy for edge's sake then I may bow out of an RP, but if the subject matter is handled with weight and consequence and serves a purpose, then I'm all for it. Dark subject matter should be given appropriate weight, and I'm not interested in ERPing for ERP's sake. <br />
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===Romance/Relationship RP===<br />
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Nyr is not currently reomantically involved with anyone nor is she actively seeking a partner. While this isn't 100% off the table, Nyr is not a romantic woman by nature and anyone seeking to court her, while not facing an impossible task, is looking at an uphill battle. <br />
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==Annotations==<br />
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This Template was created by [[Karen Brightflower]]</div>Karen Brightflowerhttps://wiki.ffxiv-roleplayers.com/index.php?title=Karen_Brightflower&diff=345865Karen Brightflower2019-11-09T16:14:15Z<p>Karen Brightflower: </p>
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| name = Karen 'Bright Flower' Ashwood<br />
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| caption = Ala Mhigan Blade/Guard for Hire (See OOC Info)<br />
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| gender = Female<br />
| citizenship = Ala Mhigan Refugee<br />
| race = Hyur<br />
| clan = Highlander<br />
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| stat_1_value = 26<br />
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==Character==<br />
===General=== <br />
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Birthplace: Ala Mhigo<br />
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Current Residence: Lavender Beds<br />
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Current Workplace: The Silver Nexus. (Lavender Beds Free Company Mansion.)<br />
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Eye Color- Right violet, left green.<br />
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Hair color- Blue<br />
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Body Type- Muscular<br />
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Age: 26<br />
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===Appearance===<br />
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Karen is of average height for a Highlander woman, with bronzed skin and a muscular build. She has deep blue hair, usually with light blue highlights, most often kept in a ponytail but at times cut short. Her eyes are hetero chromatic, with her right eye being violet and the left green. Karen tends to favor clothing that is dark blue or violet in color, whether it be heavy armor, a lighter tunic for hand to hand combat, or casual clothes for socializing. Karen always keeps a wrap around her right wrist.<br />
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===Personality===<br />
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Despite being a hothead in her youth, Karen is a reserved and usually stoic woman. She values strength and courage, and detests bullies and schemers. Initially she can seem distant and aloof, but can be quite warm and caring once she gets to know someone, and is very protective of the few she calls her friends. She respects strength in whatever form it comes it, but detests those who abuse their power to bully or torment those beneath them. She tends to keep her feelings and emotions to herself, guarding what she allows others to see whether friend or foe. However, those that she comes to call true friends will be able to see another side of her.<br />
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==Combat==<br />
===General===<br />
Karen's preferred style of combat is with a sword and shield, usually wearing medium to heavy armor. Using blade and shield in tandem, her use of extensive shield work often catches some foes off guard who expect her to mostly block with it, rather than use both her sword and shield for both offensive and defensive purposes. She tends to fight defensively, looking to outlast her enemy and slowly wear them down, aiming to tire out her foe until they make a mistake and create an opening for her to exploit. Though lacking enough aether for prolonged use of magic, Karen can use her aether to empower sword strikes or reinforce her defenses in limited amounts. <br />
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In addition to her blade work, Karen has also begun training in the Pugilist's Guild in hand to hand combat. Both in order to defend herself when without her arms and armor, but also for instances where she may need to incapacitate an aggressor without maiming or killing them. When fighting in a tunic or other light clothing besides her armor, she can be deceptively quick for her size, using a combination of strength and speed to bring down her foes. When fighting in this way, Karen is much more offensive and aggressive than with her sword and shield, looking to end fights more quickly. However, she is not as skilled with her fists as much as she is with her sword and shield. <br />
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==Tendencies==<br />
===Likes/Hobbies===<br />
::* Sparring, hand to hand or with practice weapons<br />
::* Triple Triad (Casually)<br />
::* Honesty and straightforwardness<br />
::* Weapons and armor<br />
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===Dislikes===<br />
::* Bullies<br />
::* Corrupt merchants/officials/officers<br />
::* Boisterous loudmouths<br />
::* Sickly Sweet things<br />
::* Armchair psychologists<br />
<br />
===Strengths===<br />
::* High physical strength and stamina<br />
::* Highly proficient with one handed blades, shields and heavy armor<br />
::* Moderately proficient in pugilist martial arts<br />
::* Though lacking education, she can be clever at putting pieces of information together<br />
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===Weaknesses===<br />
::* Though not completely illiterate, Karen can only read and write on a very basic level<br />
::* Limited mobility when in armor<br />
::* No formal education<br />
::* Limited understanding of magic<br />
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==Relationships==<br />
===Family===<br />
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Katherine Ashwood (Mother): Deceased. Perished shortly after the Calamity. <br />
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Kallen Ashwood: Younger sister. Former member of the Ala Mhigan Resistance, armorer and metalworker.<br />
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===Friends===<br />
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Her fellows in the Silver Nexus, and former employment in the Safe House.<br />
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===Enemies===<br />
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None, yet. <br />
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==Rumors==<br />
===Common Rumors===<br />
::* Said to be a former gladiator in the Blood Sands of some success, until her career came to a sudden and quiet end. She was known for tight defenses and being able to take several hits before staying down. However, it's been several years now since she left the bloodsands. <br />
::* A refugee from Ala Mhigo who has managed to integrate better into Ul'dah society than many. <br />
::* Those familiar with her time in the blood sands would know that Karen used the name Bright Flower as a pseudonym in the ring. Though she introduces herself as Karen Bright Flower now, her actual surname is Ashwood.<br />
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===Uncommon Rumors===<br />
::* There may have been more to her retirement from the Blood Sands than she lets on. <br />
::* Seems to be rarely seen with others when outside of the workplace. <br />
::* Karen always seems to have a bandage over her right wrist, visible when her current outfit doesn't cover her arm. From the way she moves and uses her sword, it doesn't seem to be injured though. <br />
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===Rare Rumors===<br />
::* Said to have vanished for a couple of weeks shortly before the liberation of of the city of Ala Mhigo and appearing again a couple weeks after. <br />
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==OOC Info==<br />
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===Blade/Guard for Hire===<br />
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Karen is available to be hired as a guard or mercenary for RP events. Maybe you need someone to stand guard at a dig site in Alllagan ruins or someone has hired assassins to attack you. Or perhaps you're going out to hunt a monster or bandits plaguing a nearby town and need an extra blade? Karen is avaiable to help. While she would ICly be paid for her services in most cases, I don't require any OOC payment, just as most RP bars don't actually charge you for drinks. Karen might also be persuaded to do a job for free ICly under the right circumstances. <br />
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Karen will keep a job confidential and see it through to the end, unless said job ends up requiring her to break her moral code. She'll fight monsters, fend off assassins etc, but if you want her to shake down people for gambling debts, intimidate people into paying protection money, murder someone in cold blood, set fire to an orphanage or kick a puppy, she'll quit the job. I describe Karen's alignment as 'lawful-ish good.' She may delve into some gray areas, but not outright evil acts. She prefers to act within the law, but when it comes down doing the good thing or the lawful thing, she'll generally err on good over lawful depending on the specific circumstances. <br />
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===Combat RP===<br />
<br />
This can be fun when everyone involved is on the same page, and I find it's generally best to make sure of that before starting this up. If one person is trying to free form and the other insisting on rolls, that can get messy. I'm fairly flexible myself, and combat RP can be fun as long as nobody's trying to godmod and everyone's willing to take a hit here and there. If I'm at an event that involves combat, such as the Grindstone, I'll abide by their rules. If it's just an off the cuff thing, I'll generally freeform unless rolls or some sort of combat system are requested, in which case I'm generally fine with that too. Another form I've come across recently is to roll once to see who the ultimate winner is, but still allow for some freeform back and forth so that fights don't end up one sided. <br />
<br />
===Dark/Mature Themes===<br />
<br />
So this is a can of worms that needs more room to elaborate on than the limited search info. I don't shy away from dark, mature or even sexual themes in RP. So long as they're given the proper weight. If I feel like someone's just being edgy for edge's sake then I may bow out of an RP, but if the subject matter is handled with weight and consequence and serves a purpose, then I'm all for it. Karen has been through some good story arcs that handled dark and mature themes well, and basically all i really want is to make sure these things aren't just used for cheap shock value. <br />
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As far as ERP goes, Karen is not going to sleep with someone she runs into at the Quicksand. I'm not doing ERP for ERP sake or to get IRL jollies off. If characters have some IC chemistry and grow close, then Karen may enter a realtionship. But no 'you're hot I'm hot let's bang' Quicksand erp. <br />
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==Annotations==<br />
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[http://manreeree.com/post/148221997633/terranoie-a-highlander-paladin-commission A commission of Karen done in the Paladin Job Armor. ]<br />
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[https://wiki.ffxiv-roleplayers.com/pages/File:Karen_Blue_Golem.jpg A commission of Karen in high mythrite armor. ]<br />
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[https://wiki.ffxiv-roleplayers.com/pages/File:SistersResized.jpg A commission of Karen (left) and her sister Kallen (right) ]<br />
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This Template was created by [[Karen Brightflower]]</div>Karen Brightflowerhttps://wiki.ffxiv-roleplayers.com/index.php?title=Nyr_Ardyne&diff=344677Nyr Ardyne2019-10-09T00:38:38Z<p>Karen Brightflower: </p>
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<div>{{Infobox-character<br />
| name = Nyr<br />
| image = Ffxiv_09172019_214419_884.png<br />
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| caption = Reformed(?) Antagonist, 'Adventurer' for hire<br />
| title = <br />
| gender = Female<br />
| citizenship = Gridania (at present)<br />
| race = Hyur<br />
| clan = Midlander<br />
| stat_1 = Age<br />
| stat_1_value = 19<br />
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==Character==<br />
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===LF RP FC=== <br />
I'm currently looking for a RP Free Company for Nyr. I live in the US Central time zone and am mostly available to play in the evenings. I first started RPing in World of Warcraft before transitioning over to FFXIV as my main game in late Heavensward. Having a FC house is nice but not required. I'm looking for medium to heavy RP. I have little interest in savage raids/ex trials but am up for running more casual content. <br />
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I don't really have a specific theme I'm looking for. Dark/Mature themes are enjoyed, but when it comes to gray morality we'll need to discuss things to see if Nyr is a fit. Nyr isn't a lawful good goody two shoes, but she isn't isn't a wanton murderer with no scruples or moral standards. For exmaple I wouldn't consider an assassin who kills whoever he's paid to kill no questions asked morally gray, I could consider that morally black, but some would disagree. Since what counts as 'morally gray' and what slips into outright black/evil varies from person to person we'll want to talk to see if Nyr is a good fit for your FC or not. <br />
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===General=== <br />
<br />
Birthplace: ???<br />
<br />
Current Residence: Lavender Beds Apartment<br />
<br />
Current Workplace: The Silver Nexus. (Lavender Beds Free Company Mansion.)<br />
<br />
Eye Color- Naturally green, bleached to white by some aetheric influence.<br />
<br />
Hair color- Violet. Tips bleached white, but nearly entirely faded now. <br />
<br />
Body Type- Thin, fit.<br />
<br />
Age: 19<br />
<br />
===Appearance===<br />
<br />
Though tall for a midlander woman, Nyr's thin frame makes her less than imposing for the taller races. Her hair is a deep violet. Though her eyes are green by birth, some aetheric influence at one point had bleached her irises and hair white. These effects however are starting to fade, with all but the tipes of her hair now restored to a natural violet, and small green spots appearing in her irises again. Her body is fit and lean, agile but not overly muscled. Nyr's left eye was damaged in a fight, and is usually covered by a leather eye patch. When it comes to her wardrobe, Nyr tends to favor dark purples and black. <br />
<br />
===Personality===<br />
<br />
Nyr is irreverant and snarky, rarely without a quip of one sort or another. Her cockyness and irreverence have gotten her into trouble enough times that she usually knows when to reign these aspects in, but they still rise to the surface now and again. Nyr possesses a stubborn determination, and once she sets her sights ona gaol, she'll rarely relent until she's achieved it. <br />
<br />
==Combat==<br />
===General===<br />
Though her style doesn't match it exactly, Nyr's general combat style is inspired by traveling Thavnairian Dancers. Using chakrams and similar weapons, she fights with a hybrid melee and ranged style. She carries a pair of bladed weapons often used up close, along with a set of lighter, more expendable throwing chakrams for ranged. When fighting in melee, she uses agile, dance like movements to evade enemy attacks and dliver punishing slashes. When fighting from afar, she'll try and wear down her foes with thrown chakram while nimbly keeping her distance. <br />
<br />
When pushed to the edge, wuonded and cornered, Nyr's mental state will sometimes start to deteriorate in battle. Giving in to fits of manic laughter as she fights, with little regard to her own injuries. <br />
<br />
<br />
==Tendencies==<br />
===Likes/Hobbies===<br />
::* Dancing<br />
::* Triple Triad (Casually)<br />
::* Wit and sharp tongues<br />
::* Spicy Food<br />
::* Kids (Unlikely to admit it)<br />
::* Nyr<br />
<br />
===Dislikes===<br />
::* Cowards<br />
::* Corrupt merchants/officials/officers<br />
::* Boisterous loudmouths<br />
::* Sickly Sweet things<br />
::* Nyr<br />
<br />
===Strengths===<br />
::* Agile and quick<br />
::* Highly proficient with chakram and other Dancer type weapons<br />
::* Moderately proficient in pugilist martial arts<br />
::* Understands the theory behind Thaumaturgy and some other forms of magic<br />
<br />
===Weaknesses===<br />
::* Lacking in brute strength compared to Highlanders, Roegadyn, Hrothgar etc. <br />
::* Cannot actively manipulate aether, cannot actually cast spells herself<br />
::* Reluctant to ask for help when she needs it<br />
::* Limited understanding of magic<br />
<br />
==Relationships==<br />
===Family===<br />
<br />
Lydia (Mother): Deceased.<br />
<br />
Rin (Twin Sister (fraternal): Alive<br />
<br />
===Friends===<br />
<br />
March Monroe (Mentor figure)<br />
<br />
Rika Viras (Combat trainer, mentor figure)<br />
<br />
===Enemies===<br />
<br />
The Silver Nexus Free Company (Former antagonist toward the Silver Nexus, now on shaky but not openly violent terms.) <br />
<br />
==Rumors==<br />
===Common Rumors===<br />
::* Showed up in Gridania a few months ago, with not much known of where she grew up. <br />
::* Her eye injury seems recent, as she's sometimes seen to be adjusting to the new blindspot on ehr left. <br />
<br />
===Uncommon Rumors===<br />
::* Said to have been seen in the ruins of the Sharlyan Colony in the Hinterlands before. <br />
::* Seems oddly knoweldgable about certain magical practices despite an inability to cast magic. <br />
<br />
===Rare Rumors===<br />
::* Said to have strange rune like tattoos on her body. <br />
<br />
<br />
==OOC Info==<br />
<br />
===Adventurer for Hire===<br />
<br />
Nyr has recently taken up work as a mercenary/adventurer. Shile she has a few scruples (won't hurt children, etc), she generally isn't afraid to step outside the law to a degree. She's willing to take some morally gray work, but generally out outright villainous work. <br />
<br />
===Combat RP===<br />
<br />
This can be fun when everyone involved is on the same page, and I find it's generally best to make sure of that before starting this up. If one person is trying to free form and the other insisting on rolls, that can get messy. I'm fairly flexible myself, and combat RP can be fun as long as nobody's trying to godmod and everyone's willing to take a hit here and there. If I'm at an event that involves combat, such as the Grindstone, I'll abide by their rules. If it's just an off the cuff thing, I'll generally freeform unless rolls or some sort of combat system are requested, in which case I'm generally fine with that too. Another form I've come across recently is to roll once to see who the ultimate winner is, but still allow for some freeform back and forth so that fights don't end up one sided. <br />
<br />
===Dark/Mature Themes===<br />
<br />
So this is a can of worms that needs more room to elaborate on than the limited search info. I don't shy away from dark, mature or even sexual themes in RP. So long as they're given the proper weight. If I feel like someone's just being edgy for edge's sake then I may bow out of an RP, but if the subject matter is handled with weight and consequence and serves a purpose, then I'm all for it. Dark subject matter should be given appropriate weight, and I'm not interested in ERPing for ERP's sake. <br />
<br />
===Romance/Relationship RP===<br />
<br />
Nyr is not currently reomantically involved with anyone nor is she actively seeking a partner. While this isn't 100% off the table, Nyr is not a romantic woman by nature and anyone seeking to court her, while not facing an impossible task, is looking at an uphill battle. <br />
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==Annotations==<br />
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This Template was created by [[Karen Brightflower]]</div>Karen Brightflowerhttps://wiki.ffxiv-roleplayers.com/index.php?title=Nyr_Ardyne&diff=343775Nyr Ardyne2019-09-18T03:22:57Z<p>Karen Brightflower: Created page with "{{Infobox-character | name = Nyr | image = Ffxiv_09172019_214419_884.png | imagewidth = | caption = Reformed(?) Antagonist, 'Adventurer' for hire | title = | gender = Femal..."</p>
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| name = Nyr<br />
| image = Ffxiv_09172019_214419_884.png<br />
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| caption = Reformed(?) Antagonist, 'Adventurer' for hire<br />
| title = <br />
| gender = Female<br />
| citizenship = Gridania (at present)<br />
| race = Hyur<br />
| clan = Midlander<br />
| stat_1 = Age<br />
| stat_1_value = 19<br />
| stat_2 = Relationship<br />
| stat_2_value = Single (Not actively seeking.)<br />
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<br />
==Character==<br />
===General=== <br />
<br />
Birthplace: ???<br />
<br />
Current Residence: Lavender Beds Apartment<br />
<br />
Current Workplace: The Silver Nexus. (Lavender Beds Free Company Mansion.)<br />
<br />
Eye Color- Naturally green, bleached to white by some aetheric influence.<br />
<br />
Hair color- Violet. Tips bleached white, but nearly entirely faded now. <br />
<br />
Body Type- Thin, fit.<br />
<br />
Age: 19<br />
<br />
===Appearance===<br />
<br />
Though tall for a midlander woman, Nyr's thin frame makes her less than imposing for the taller races. Her hair is a deep violet. Though her eyes are green by birth, some aetheric influence at one point had bleached her irises and hair white. These effects however are starting to fade, with all but the tipes of her hair now restored to a natural violet, and small green spots appearing in her irises again. Her body is fit and lean, agile but not overly muscled. Nyr's left eye was damaged in a fight, and is usually covered by a leather eye patch. When it comes to her wardrobe, Nyr tends to favor dark purples and black. <br />
<br />
===Personality===<br />
<br />
Nyr is irreverant and snarky, rarely without a quip of one sort or another. Her cockyness and irreverence have gotten her into trouble enough times that she usually knows when to reign these aspects in, but they still rise to the surface now and again. Nyr possesses a stubborn determination, and once she sets her sights ona gaol, she'll rarely relent until she's achieved it. <br />
<br />
==Combat==<br />
===General===<br />
Though her style doesn't match it exactly, Nyr's general combat style is inspired by traveling Thavnairian Dancers. Using chakrams and similar weapons, she fights with a hybrid melee and ranged style. She carries a pair of bladed weapons often used up close, along with a set of lighter, more expendable throwing chakrams for ranged. When fighting in melee, she uses agile, dance like movements to evade enemy attacks and dliver punishing slashes. When fighting from afar, she'll try and wear down her foes with thrown chakram while nimbly keeping her distance. <br />
<br />
When pushed to the edge, wuonded and cornered, Nyr's mental state will sometimes start to deteriorate in battle. Giving in to fits of manic laughter as she fights, with little regard to her own injuries. <br />
<br />
<br />
==Tendencies==<br />
===Likes/Hobbies===<br />
::* Dancing<br />
::* Triple Triad (Casually)<br />
::* Wit and sharp tongues<br />
::* Spicy Food<br />
::* Kids (Unlikely to admit it)<br />
::* Nyr<br />
<br />
===Dislikes===<br />
::* Cowards<br />
::* Corrupt merchants/officials/officers<br />
::* Boisterous loudmouths<br />
::* Sickly Sweet things<br />
::* Nyr<br />
<br />
===Strengths===<br />
::* Agile and quick<br />
::* Highly proficient with chakram and other Dancer type weapons<br />
::* Moderately proficient in pugilist martial arts<br />
::* Understands the theory behind Thaumaturgy and some other forms of magic<br />
<br />
===Weaknesses===<br />
::* Lacking in brute strength compared to Highlanders, Roegadyn, Hrothgar etc. <br />
::* Cannot actively manipulate aether, cannot actually cast spells herself<br />
::* Reluctant to ask for help when she needs it<br />
::* Limited understanding of magic<br />
<br />
==Relationships==<br />
===Family===<br />
<br />
Lydia (Mother): Deceased.<br />
<br />
Rin (Twin Sister (fraternal): Alive<br />
<br />
===Friends===<br />
<br />
March Monroe (Mentor figure)<br />
<br />
Rika Viras (Combat trainer, mentor figure)<br />
<br />
===Enemies===<br />
<br />
The Silver Nexus Free Company (Former antagonist toward the Silver Nexus, now on shaky but not openly violent terms.) <br />
<br />
==Rumors==<br />
===Common Rumors===<br />
::* Showed up in Gridania a few months ago, with not much known of where she grew up. <br />
::* Her eye injury seems recent, as she's sometimes seen to be adjusting to the new blindspot on ehr left. <br />
<br />
===Uncommon Rumors===<br />
::* Said to have been seen in the ruins of the Sharlyan Colony in the Hinterlands before. <br />
::* Seems oddly knoweldgable about certain magical practices despite an inability to cast magic. <br />
<br />
===Rare Rumors===<br />
::* Said to have strange rune like tattoos on her body. <br />
<br />
<br />
==OOC Info==<br />
<br />
===Adventurer for Hire===<br />
<br />
Nyr has recently taken up work as a mercenary/adventurer. Shile she has a few scruples (won't hurt children, etc), she generally isn't afraid to step outside the law to a degree. She's willing to take some morally gray work, but generally out outright villainous work. <br />
<br />
===Combat RP===<br />
<br />
This can be fun when everyone involved is on the same page, and I find it's generally best to make sure of that before starting this up. If one person is trying to free form and the other insisting on rolls, that can get messy. I'm fairly flexible myself, and combat RP can be fun as long as nobody's trying to godmod and everyone's willing to take a hit here and there. If I'm at an event that involves combat, such as the Grindstone, I'll abide by their rules. If it's just an off the cuff thing, I'll generally freeform unless rolls or some sort of combat system are requested, in which case I'm generally fine with that too. Another form I've come across recently is to roll once to see who the ultimate winner is, but still allow for some freeform back and forth so that fights don't end up one sided. <br />
<br />
===Dark/Mature Themes===<br />
<br />
So this is a can of worms that needs more room to elaborate on than the limited search info. I don't shy away from dark, mature or even sexual themes in RP. So long as they're given the proper weight. If I feel like someone's just being edgy for edge's sake then I may bow out of an RP, but if the subject matter is handled with weight and consequence and serves a purpose, then I'm all for it. Dark subject matter should be given appropriate weight, and I'm not interested in ERPing for ERP's sake. <br />
<br />
===Romance/Relationship RP===<br />
<br />
Nyr is not currently reomantically involved with anyone nor is she actively seeking a partner. While this isn't 100% off the table, Nyr is not a romantic woman by nature and anyone seeking to court her, while not facing an impossible task, is looking at an uphill battle. <br />
<br />
==Annotations==<br />
<br />
This Template was created by [[Karen Brightflower]]</div>Karen Brightflowerhttps://wiki.ffxiv-roleplayers.com/index.php?title=File:Ffxiv_09172019_214419_884.png&diff=343773File:Ffxiv 09172019 214419 884.png2019-09-18T02:47:27Z<p>Karen Brightflower: </p>
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<div></div>Karen Brightflowerhttps://wiki.ffxiv-roleplayers.com/index.php?title=Karen_Brightflower&diff=332633Karen Brightflower2019-04-05T15:06:36Z<p>Karen Brightflower: /* Annotations */</p>
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<div>{{Infobox-character<br />
| name = Karen 'Bright Flower' Ashwood<br />
| image = karen_brightflower_rpc.png<br />
| imagewidth = <br />
| caption = Ala Mhigan Blade/Guard for Hire (See OOC Info)<br />
| title = <br />
| gender = Female<br />
| citizenship = Ala Mhigan Refugee<br />
| race = Hyur<br />
| clan = Highlander<br />
| stat_1 = Age<br />
| stat_1_value = 26<br />
| stat_2 = Relationship<br />
| stat_2_value = Dating (Open Relationship)<br />
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<br />
==Character==<br />
===General=== <br />
<br />
Birthplace: Ala Mhigo<br />
<br />
Current Residence: Lavender Beds<br />
<br />
Current Workplace: The Silver Nexus. (Lavender Beds Free Company Mansion.)<br />
<br />
Eye Color- Right violet, left green.<br />
<br />
Hair color- Blue<br />
<br />
Body Type- Muscular<br />
<br />
Age: 26<br />
<br />
===Appearance===<br />
<br />
Karen is of average height for a Highlander woman, with bronzed skin and a muscular build. She has deep blue hair, usually with light blue highlights, most often kept in a ponytail but at times cut short. Her eyes are hetero chromatic, with her right eye being violet and the left green. Karen tends to favor clothing that is dark blue or violet in color, whether it be heavy armor, a lighter tunic for hand to hand combat, or casual clothes for socializing. Karen always keeps a wrap around her right wrist.<br />
<br />
===Personality===<br />
<br />
Despite being a hothead in her youth, Karen is a reserved and usually stoic woman. She values strength and courage, and detests bullies and schemers. Initially she can seem distant and aloof, but can be quite warm and caring once she gets to know someone, and is very protective of the few she calls her friends. She respects strength in whatever form it comes it, but detests those who abuse their power to bully or torment those beneath them. She tends to keep her feelings and emotions to herself, guarding what she allows others to see whether friend or foe. However, those that she comes to call true friends will be able to see another side of her.<br />
<br />
==Combat==<br />
===General===<br />
Karen's preferred style of combat is with a sword and shield, usually wearing medium to heavy armor. Using blade and shield in tandem, her use of extensive shield work often catches some foes off guard who expect her to mostly block with it, rather than use both her sword and shield for both offensive and defensive purposes. She tends to fight defensively, looking to outlast her enemy and slowly wear them down, aiming to tire out her foe until they make a mistake and create an opening for her to exploit. Though lacking enough aether for prolonged use of magic, Karen can use her aether to empower sword strikes or reinforce her defenses in limited amounts. <br />
<br />
In addition to her blade work, Karen has also begun training in the Pugilist's Guild in hand to hand combat. Both in order to defend herself when without her arms and armor, but also for instances where she may need to incapacitate an aggressor without maiming or killing them. When fighting in a tunic or other light clothing besides her armor, she can be deceptively quick for her size, using a combination of strength and speed to bring down her foes. When fighting in this way, Karen is much more offensive and aggressive than with her sword and shield, looking to end fights more quickly. However, she is not as skilled with her fists as much as she is with her sword and shield. <br />
<br />
<br />
==Tendencies==<br />
===Likes/Hobbies===<br />
::* Sparring, hand to hand or with practice weapons<br />
::* Triple Triad (Casually)<br />
::* Honesty and straightforwardness<br />
::* Weapons and armor<br />
<br />
===Dislikes===<br />
::* Bullies<br />
::* Corrupt merchants/officials/officers<br />
::* Boisterous loudmouths<br />
::* Sickly Sweet things<br />
::* Armchair psychologists<br />
<br />
===Strengths===<br />
::* High physical strength and stamina<br />
::* Highly proficient with one handed blades, shields and heavy armor<br />
::* Moderately proficient in pugilist martial arts<br />
::* Though lacking education, she can be clever at putting pieces of information together<br />
<br />
===Weaknesses===<br />
::* Though not completely illiterate, Karen can only read and write on a very basic level<br />
::* Limited mobility when in armor<br />
::* No formal education<br />
::* Limited understanding of magic<br />
<br />
==Relationships==<br />
===Family===<br />
<br />
Katherine Ashwood (Mother): Deceased. Perished shortly after the Calamity. <br />
<br />
Kallen Ashwood: Younger sister. Former member of the Ala Mhigan Resistance, armorer and metalworker.<br />
<br />
===Friends===<br />
<br />
Her fellows in the Silver Nexus, and former employment in the Safe House.<br />
<br />
===Enemies===<br />
<br />
None, yet. <br />
<br />
==Rumors==<br />
===Common Rumors===<br />
::* Said to be a former gladiator in the Blood Sands of some success, until her career came to a sudden and quiet end. She was known for tight defenses and being able to take several hits before staying down. However, it's been several years now since she left the bloodsands. <br />
::* A refugee from Ala Mhigo who has managed to integrate better into Ul'dah society than many. <br />
::* Those familiar with her time in the blood sands would know that Karen used the name Bright Flower as a pseudonym in the ring. Though she introduces herself as Karen Bright Flower now, her actual surname is Ashwood.<br />
<br />
===Uncommon Rumors===<br />
::* There may have been more to her retirement from the Blood Sands than she lets on. <br />
::* Seems to be rarely seen with others when outside of the workplace. <br />
::* Karen always seems to have a bandage over her right wrist, visible when her current outfit doesn't cover her arm. From the way she moves and uses her sword, it doesn't seem to be injured though. <br />
<br />
===Rare Rumors===<br />
::* Said to have vanished for a couple of weeks shortly before the liberation of of the city of Ala Mhigo and appearing again a couple weeks after. <br />
<br />
<br />
==OOC Info==<br />
<br />
===Blade/Guard for Hire===<br />
<br />
Karen is available to be hired as a guard or mercenary for RP events. Maybe you need someone to stand guard at a dig site in Alllagan ruins or someone has hired assassins to attack you. Or perhaps you're going out to hunt a monster or bandits plaguing a nearby town and need an extra blade? Karen is avaiable to help. While she would ICly be paid for her services in most cases, I don't require any OOC payment, just as most RP bars don't actually charge you for drinks. Karen might also be persuaded to do a job for free ICly under the right circumstances. <br />
<br />
Karen will keep a job confidential and see it through to the end, unless said job ends up requiring her to break her moral code. She'll fight monsters, fend off assassins etc, but if you want her to shake down people for gambling debts, intimidate people into paying protection money, murder someone in cold blood, set fire to an orphanage or kick a puppy, she'll quit the job. I describe Karen's alignment as 'lawful-ish good.' She may delve into some gray areas, but not outright evil acts. She prefers to act within the law, but when it comes down doing the good thing or the lawful thing, she'll generally err on good over lawful depending on the specific circumstances. <br />
<br />
===Combat RP===<br />
<br />
This can be fun when everyone involved is on the same page, and I find it's generally best to make sure of that before starting this up. If one person is trying to free form and the other insisting on rolls, that can get messy. I'm fairly flexible myself, and combat RP can be fun as long as nobody's trying to godmod and everyone's willing to take a hit here and there. If I'm at an event that involves combat, such as the Grindstone, I'll abide by their rules. If it's just an off the cuff thing, I'll generally freeform unless rolls or some sort of combat system are requested, in which case I'm generally fine with that too. Another form I've come across recently is to roll once to see who the ultimate winner is, but still allow for some freeform back and forth so that fights don't end up one sided. <br />
<br />
===Dark/Mature Themes===<br />
<br />
So this is a can of worms that needs more room to elaborate on than the limited search info. I don't shy away from dark, mature or even sexual themes in RP. So long as they're given the proper weight. If I feel like someone's just being edgy for edge's sake then I may bow out of an RP, but if the subject matter is handled with weight and consequence and serves a purpose, then I'm all for it. Karen has been through some good story arcs that handled dark and mature themes well, and basically all i really want is to make sure these things aren't just used for cheap shock value. <br />
<br />
As far as ERP goes, Karen is not the kind of person to sleep with someone she just met. Any kind of relationship is going to take time to develop with her. Flirting with her when she barely knows you isn't likely to get anywhere, though you're welcome to try. But don't approach her expecting a quick fling.<br />
<br />
===Romance/Relationship RP===<br />
<br />
Karen is currently dating in an open relationship. As she is in an open relationship, the potential is there for her to date others as well. But the relationship part is important. Forming an actual relationship is on the table if our characters have chemistry, and your character is comfortable with the open relationship thing. But Karen isn't interested in casual sex. This is for actual relationships not quick flings. <br />
<br />
I also do not play romances OOCly. Either characters have chemistry in their interactions and a romance can bloom, or they don't and I won't try to force it.<br />
<br />
==Annotations==<br />
<br />
[http://manreeree.com/post/148221997633/terranoie-a-highlander-paladin-commission A commission of Karen done in the Paladin Job Armor. ]<br />
<br />
[https://wiki.ffxiv-roleplayers.com/pages/File:Karen_Blue_Golem.jpg A commission of Karen in high mythrite armor. ]<br />
<br />
[https://wiki.ffxiv-roleplayers.com/pages/File:SistersResized.jpg A commission of Karen (left) and her sister Kallen (right) ]<br />
<br />
This Template was created by [[Karen Brightflower]]</div>Karen Brightflowerhttps://wiki.ffxiv-roleplayers.com/index.php?title=Karen_Brightflower&diff=332632Karen Brightflower2019-04-05T15:05:31Z<p>Karen Brightflower: /* Romance/Relationship RP */</p>
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| name = Karen 'Bright Flower' Ashwood<br />
| image = karen_brightflower_rpc.png<br />
| imagewidth = <br />
| caption = Ala Mhigan Blade/Guard for Hire (See OOC Info)<br />
| title = <br />
| gender = Female<br />
| citizenship = Ala Mhigan Refugee<br />
| race = Hyur<br />
| clan = Highlander<br />
| stat_1 = Age<br />
| stat_1_value = 26<br />
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| stat_2_value = Dating (Open Relationship)<br />
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<br />
==Character==<br />
===General=== <br />
<br />
Birthplace: Ala Mhigo<br />
<br />
Current Residence: Lavender Beds<br />
<br />
Current Workplace: The Silver Nexus. (Lavender Beds Free Company Mansion.)<br />
<br />
Eye Color- Right violet, left green.<br />
<br />
Hair color- Blue<br />
<br />
Body Type- Muscular<br />
<br />
Age: 26<br />
<br />
===Appearance===<br />
<br />
Karen is of average height for a Highlander woman, with bronzed skin and a muscular build. She has deep blue hair, usually with light blue highlights, most often kept in a ponytail but at times cut short. Her eyes are hetero chromatic, with her right eye being violet and the left green. Karen tends to favor clothing that is dark blue or violet in color, whether it be heavy armor, a lighter tunic for hand to hand combat, or casual clothes for socializing. Karen always keeps a wrap around her right wrist.<br />
<br />
===Personality===<br />
<br />
Despite being a hothead in her youth, Karen is a reserved and usually stoic woman. She values strength and courage, and detests bullies and schemers. Initially she can seem distant and aloof, but can be quite warm and caring once she gets to know someone, and is very protective of the few she calls her friends. She respects strength in whatever form it comes it, but detests those who abuse their power to bully or torment those beneath them. She tends to keep her feelings and emotions to herself, guarding what she allows others to see whether friend or foe. However, those that she comes to call true friends will be able to see another side of her.<br />
<br />
==Combat==<br />
===General===<br />
Karen's preferred style of combat is with a sword and shield, usually wearing medium to heavy armor. Using blade and shield in tandem, her use of extensive shield work often catches some foes off guard who expect her to mostly block with it, rather than use both her sword and shield for both offensive and defensive purposes. She tends to fight defensively, looking to outlast her enemy and slowly wear them down, aiming to tire out her foe until they make a mistake and create an opening for her to exploit. Though lacking enough aether for prolonged use of magic, Karen can use her aether to empower sword strikes or reinforce her defenses in limited amounts. <br />
<br />
In addition to her blade work, Karen has also begun training in the Pugilist's Guild in hand to hand combat. Both in order to defend herself when without her arms and armor, but also for instances where she may need to incapacitate an aggressor without maiming or killing them. When fighting in a tunic or other light clothing besides her armor, she can be deceptively quick for her size, using a combination of strength and speed to bring down her foes. When fighting in this way, Karen is much more offensive and aggressive than with her sword and shield, looking to end fights more quickly. However, she is not as skilled with her fists as much as she is with her sword and shield. <br />
<br />
<br />
==Tendencies==<br />
===Likes/Hobbies===<br />
::* Sparring, hand to hand or with practice weapons<br />
::* Triple Triad (Casually)<br />
::* Honesty and straightforwardness<br />
::* Weapons and armor<br />
<br />
===Dislikes===<br />
::* Bullies<br />
::* Corrupt merchants/officials/officers<br />
::* Boisterous loudmouths<br />
::* Sickly Sweet things<br />
::* Armchair psychologists<br />
<br />
===Strengths===<br />
::* High physical strength and stamina<br />
::* Highly proficient with one handed blades, shields and heavy armor<br />
::* Moderately proficient in pugilist martial arts<br />
::* Though lacking education, she can be clever at putting pieces of information together<br />
<br />
===Weaknesses===<br />
::* Though not completely illiterate, Karen can only read and write on a very basic level<br />
::* Limited mobility when in armor<br />
::* No formal education<br />
::* Limited understanding of magic<br />
<br />
==Relationships==<br />
===Family===<br />
<br />
Katherine Ashwood (Mother): Deceased. Perished shortly after the Calamity. <br />
<br />
Kallen Ashwood: Younger sister. Former member of the Ala Mhigan Resistance, armorer and metalworker.<br />
<br />
===Friends===<br />
<br />
Her fellows in the Silver Nexus, and former employment in the Safe House.<br />
<br />
===Enemies===<br />
<br />
None, yet. <br />
<br />
==Rumors==<br />
===Common Rumors===<br />
::* Said to be a former gladiator in the Blood Sands of some success, until her career came to a sudden and quiet end. She was known for tight defenses and being able to take several hits before staying down. However, it's been several years now since she left the bloodsands. <br />
::* A refugee from Ala Mhigo who has managed to integrate better into Ul'dah society than many. <br />
::* Those familiar with her time in the blood sands would know that Karen used the name Bright Flower as a pseudonym in the ring. Though she introduces herself as Karen Bright Flower now, her actual surname is Ashwood.<br />
<br />
===Uncommon Rumors===<br />
::* There may have been more to her retirement from the Blood Sands than she lets on. <br />
::* Seems to be rarely seen with others when outside of the workplace. <br />
::* Karen always seems to have a bandage over her right wrist, visible when her current outfit doesn't cover her arm. From the way she moves and uses her sword, it doesn't seem to be injured though. <br />
<br />
===Rare Rumors===<br />
::* Said to have vanished for a couple of weeks shortly before the liberation of of the city of Ala Mhigo and appearing again a couple weeks after. <br />
<br />
<br />
==OOC Info==<br />
<br />
===Blade/Guard for Hire===<br />
<br />
Karen is available to be hired as a guard or mercenary for RP events. Maybe you need someone to stand guard at a dig site in Alllagan ruins or someone has hired assassins to attack you. Or perhaps you're going out to hunt a monster or bandits plaguing a nearby town and need an extra blade? Karen is avaiable to help. While she would ICly be paid for her services in most cases, I don't require any OOC payment, just as most RP bars don't actually charge you for drinks. Karen might also be persuaded to do a job for free ICly under the right circumstances. <br />
<br />
Karen will keep a job confidential and see it through to the end, unless said job ends up requiring her to break her moral code. She'll fight monsters, fend off assassins etc, but if you want her to shake down people for gambling debts, intimidate people into paying protection money, murder someone in cold blood, set fire to an orphanage or kick a puppy, she'll quit the job. I describe Karen's alignment as 'lawful-ish good.' She may delve into some gray areas, but not outright evil acts. She prefers to act within the law, but when it comes down doing the good thing or the lawful thing, she'll generally err on good over lawful depending on the specific circumstances. <br />
<br />
===Combat RP===<br />
<br />
This can be fun when everyone involved is on the same page, and I find it's generally best to make sure of that before starting this up. If one person is trying to free form and the other insisting on rolls, that can get messy. I'm fairly flexible myself, and combat RP can be fun as long as nobody's trying to godmod and everyone's willing to take a hit here and there. If I'm at an event that involves combat, such as the Grindstone, I'll abide by their rules. If it's just an off the cuff thing, I'll generally freeform unless rolls or some sort of combat system are requested, in which case I'm generally fine with that too. Another form I've come across recently is to roll once to see who the ultimate winner is, but still allow for some freeform back and forth so that fights don't end up one sided. <br />
<br />
===Dark/Mature Themes===<br />
<br />
So this is a can of worms that needs more room to elaborate on than the limited search info. I don't shy away from dark, mature or even sexual themes in RP. So long as they're given the proper weight. If I feel like someone's just being edgy for edge's sake then I may bow out of an RP, but if the subject matter is handled with weight and consequence and serves a purpose, then I'm all for it. Karen has been through some good story arcs that handled dark and mature themes well, and basically all i really want is to make sure these things aren't just used for cheap shock value. <br />
<br />
As far as ERP goes, Karen is not the kind of person to sleep with someone she just met. Any kind of relationship is going to take time to develop with her. Flirting with her when she barely knows you isn't likely to get anywhere, though you're welcome to try. But don't approach her expecting a quick fling.<br />
<br />
===Romance/Relationship RP===<br />
<br />
Karen is currently dating in an open relationship. As she is in an open relationship, the potential is there for her to date others as well. But the relationship part is important. Forming an actual relationship is on the table if our characters have chemistry, and your character is comfortable with the open relationship thing. But Karen isn't interested in casual sex. This is for actual relationships not quick flings. <br />
<br />
I also do not play romances OOCly. Either characters have chemistry in their interactions and a romance can bloom, or they don't and I won't try to force it.<br />
<br />
==Annotations==<br />
<br />
[http://manreeree.com/post/148221997633/terranoie-a-highlander-paladin-commission A commission of Karen done in the Paladin Job Armor. ]<br />
<br />
[https://wiki.ffxiv-roleplayers.com/pages/File:Karen_Blue_Golem.jpg A commission of Karen in her current armor. ]<br />
<br />
[https://wiki.ffxiv-roleplayers.com/pages/File:SistersResized.jpg A commission of Karen (left) and her sister Kallen (right) ]<br />
<br />
This Template was created by [[Karen Brightflower]]</div>Karen Brightflowerhttps://wiki.ffxiv-roleplayers.com/index.php?title=Karen_Brightflower&diff=332631Karen Brightflower2019-04-05T15:01:55Z<p>Karen Brightflower: /* Dark/Mature Themes vs ERP (M/D Okay, no E) */</p>
<hr />
<div>{{Infobox-character<br />
| name = Karen 'Bright Flower' Ashwood<br />
| image = karen_brightflower_rpc.png<br />
| imagewidth = <br />
| caption = Ala Mhigan Blade/Guard for Hire (See OOC Info)<br />
| title = <br />
| gender = Female<br />
| citizenship = Ala Mhigan Refugee<br />
| race = Hyur<br />
| clan = Highlander<br />
| stat_1 = Age<br />
| stat_1_value = 26<br />
| stat_2 = Relationship<br />
| stat_2_value = Dating (Open Relationship)<br />
| stat_3 = <br />
| stat_3_value = <br />
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| stat_4_value = <br />
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<br />
==Character==<br />
===General=== <br />
<br />
Birthplace: Ala Mhigo<br />
<br />
Current Residence: Lavender Beds<br />
<br />
Current Workplace: The Silver Nexus. (Lavender Beds Free Company Mansion.)<br />
<br />
Eye Color- Right violet, left green.<br />
<br />
Hair color- Blue<br />
<br />
Body Type- Muscular<br />
<br />
Age: 26<br />
<br />
===Appearance===<br />
<br />
Karen is of average height for a Highlander woman, with bronzed skin and a muscular build. She has deep blue hair, usually with light blue highlights, most often kept in a ponytail but at times cut short. Her eyes are hetero chromatic, with her right eye being violet and the left green. Karen tends to favor clothing that is dark blue or violet in color, whether it be heavy armor, a lighter tunic for hand to hand combat, or casual clothes for socializing. Karen always keeps a wrap around her right wrist.<br />
<br />
===Personality===<br />
<br />
Despite being a hothead in her youth, Karen is a reserved and usually stoic woman. She values strength and courage, and detests bullies and schemers. Initially she can seem distant and aloof, but can be quite warm and caring once she gets to know someone, and is very protective of the few she calls her friends. She respects strength in whatever form it comes it, but detests those who abuse their power to bully or torment those beneath them. She tends to keep her feelings and emotions to herself, guarding what she allows others to see whether friend or foe. However, those that she comes to call true friends will be able to see another side of her.<br />
<br />
==Combat==<br />
===General===<br />
Karen's preferred style of combat is with a sword and shield, usually wearing medium to heavy armor. Using blade and shield in tandem, her use of extensive shield work often catches some foes off guard who expect her to mostly block with it, rather than use both her sword and shield for both offensive and defensive purposes. She tends to fight defensively, looking to outlast her enemy and slowly wear them down, aiming to tire out her foe until they make a mistake and create an opening for her to exploit. Though lacking enough aether for prolonged use of magic, Karen can use her aether to empower sword strikes or reinforce her defenses in limited amounts. <br />
<br />
In addition to her blade work, Karen has also begun training in the Pugilist's Guild in hand to hand combat. Both in order to defend herself when without her arms and armor, but also for instances where she may need to incapacitate an aggressor without maiming or killing them. When fighting in a tunic or other light clothing besides her armor, she can be deceptively quick for her size, using a combination of strength and speed to bring down her foes. When fighting in this way, Karen is much more offensive and aggressive than with her sword and shield, looking to end fights more quickly. However, she is not as skilled with her fists as much as she is with her sword and shield. <br />
<br />
<br />
==Tendencies==<br />
===Likes/Hobbies===<br />
::* Sparring, hand to hand or with practice weapons<br />
::* Triple Triad (Casually)<br />
::* Honesty and straightforwardness<br />
::* Weapons and armor<br />
<br />
===Dislikes===<br />
::* Bullies<br />
::* Corrupt merchants/officials/officers<br />
::* Boisterous loudmouths<br />
::* Sickly Sweet things<br />
::* Armchair psychologists<br />
<br />
===Strengths===<br />
::* High physical strength and stamina<br />
::* Highly proficient with one handed blades, shields and heavy armor<br />
::* Moderately proficient in pugilist martial arts<br />
::* Though lacking education, she can be clever at putting pieces of information together<br />
<br />
===Weaknesses===<br />
::* Though not completely illiterate, Karen can only read and write on a very basic level<br />
::* Limited mobility when in armor<br />
::* No formal education<br />
::* Limited understanding of magic<br />
<br />
==Relationships==<br />
===Family===<br />
<br />
Katherine Ashwood (Mother): Deceased. Perished shortly after the Calamity. <br />
<br />
Kallen Ashwood: Younger sister. Former member of the Ala Mhigan Resistance, armorer and metalworker.<br />
<br />
===Friends===<br />
<br />
Her fellows in the Silver Nexus, and former employment in the Safe House.<br />
<br />
===Enemies===<br />
<br />
None, yet. <br />
<br />
==Rumors==<br />
===Common Rumors===<br />
::* Said to be a former gladiator in the Blood Sands of some success, until her career came to a sudden and quiet end. She was known for tight defenses and being able to take several hits before staying down. However, it's been several years now since she left the bloodsands. <br />
::* A refugee from Ala Mhigo who has managed to integrate better into Ul'dah society than many. <br />
::* Those familiar with her time in the blood sands would know that Karen used the name Bright Flower as a pseudonym in the ring. Though she introduces herself as Karen Bright Flower now, her actual surname is Ashwood.<br />
<br />
===Uncommon Rumors===<br />
::* There may have been more to her retirement from the Blood Sands than she lets on. <br />
::* Seems to be rarely seen with others when outside of the workplace. <br />
::* Karen always seems to have a bandage over her right wrist, visible when her current outfit doesn't cover her arm. From the way she moves and uses her sword, it doesn't seem to be injured though. <br />
<br />
===Rare Rumors===<br />
::* Said to have vanished for a couple of weeks shortly before the liberation of of the city of Ala Mhigo and appearing again a couple weeks after. <br />
<br />
<br />
==OOC Info==<br />
<br />
===Blade/Guard for Hire===<br />
<br />
Karen is available to be hired as a guard or mercenary for RP events. Maybe you need someone to stand guard at a dig site in Alllagan ruins or someone has hired assassins to attack you. Or perhaps you're going out to hunt a monster or bandits plaguing a nearby town and need an extra blade? Karen is avaiable to help. While she would ICly be paid for her services in most cases, I don't require any OOC payment, just as most RP bars don't actually charge you for drinks. Karen might also be persuaded to do a job for free ICly under the right circumstances. <br />
<br />
Karen will keep a job confidential and see it through to the end, unless said job ends up requiring her to break her moral code. She'll fight monsters, fend off assassins etc, but if you want her to shake down people for gambling debts, intimidate people into paying protection money, murder someone in cold blood, set fire to an orphanage or kick a puppy, she'll quit the job. I describe Karen's alignment as 'lawful-ish good.' She may delve into some gray areas, but not outright evil acts. She prefers to act within the law, but when it comes down doing the good thing or the lawful thing, she'll generally err on good over lawful depending on the specific circumstances. <br />
<br />
===Combat RP===<br />
<br />
This can be fun when everyone involved is on the same page, and I find it's generally best to make sure of that before starting this up. If one person is trying to free form and the other insisting on rolls, that can get messy. I'm fairly flexible myself, and combat RP can be fun as long as nobody's trying to godmod and everyone's willing to take a hit here and there. If I'm at an event that involves combat, such as the Grindstone, I'll abide by their rules. If it's just an off the cuff thing, I'll generally freeform unless rolls or some sort of combat system are requested, in which case I'm generally fine with that too. Another form I've come across recently is to roll once to see who the ultimate winner is, but still allow for some freeform back and forth so that fights don't end up one sided. <br />
<br />
===Dark/Mature Themes===<br />
<br />
So this is a can of worms that needs more room to elaborate on than the limited search info. I don't shy away from dark, mature or even sexual themes in RP. So long as they're given the proper weight. If I feel like someone's just being edgy for edge's sake then I may bow out of an RP, but if the subject matter is handled with weight and consequence and serves a purpose, then I'm all for it. Karen has been through some good story arcs that handled dark and mature themes well, and basically all i really want is to make sure these things aren't just used for cheap shock value. <br />
<br />
As far as ERP goes, Karen is not the kind of person to sleep with someone she just met. Any kind of relationship is going to take time to develop with her. Flirting with her when she barely knows you isn't likely to get anywhere, though you're welcome to try. But don't approach her expecting a quick fling.<br />
<br />
===Romance/Relationship RP===<br />
<br />
Karen is currently dating in an open relationship. And she is, potentially, open to taking in another lover but the relationship part of open relationship is still in play. Karen's not looking for one night stands or quick sex. I also don't do designated romances. Any potential relationships will have to be built up organically via RP. This could lead to erp but I'm also fine with just RPint the romance/relationship part and cutting to black before we do anything explicit. There's a certain chemistry that our characters either will or won't develop. So just as you shouldn't approach Karen expecting quick erp, also don't get mad if over time our characters just don't click romantically. <br />
<br />
<br />
==Annotations==<br />
<br />
[http://manreeree.com/post/148221997633/terranoie-a-highlander-paladin-commission A commission of Karen done in the Paladin Job Armor. ]<br />
<br />
[https://wiki.ffxiv-roleplayers.com/pages/File:Karen_Blue_Golem.jpg A commission of Karen in her current armor. ]<br />
<br />
[https://wiki.ffxiv-roleplayers.com/pages/File:SistersResized.jpg A commission of Karen (left) and her sister Kallen (right) ]<br />
<br />
This Template was created by [[Karen Brightflower]]</div>Karen Brightflowerhttps://wiki.ffxiv-roleplayers.com/index.php?title=Karen_Brightflower&diff=332629Karen Brightflower2019-04-05T14:50:20Z<p>Karen Brightflower: /* Friends */</p>
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<div>{{Infobox-character<br />
| name = Karen 'Bright Flower' Ashwood<br />
| image = karen_brightflower_rpc.png<br />
| imagewidth = <br />
| caption = Ala Mhigan Blade/Guard for Hire (See OOC Info)<br />
| title = <br />
| gender = Female<br />
| citizenship = Ala Mhigan Refugee<br />
| race = Hyur<br />
| clan = Highlander<br />
| stat_1 = Age<br />
| stat_1_value = 26<br />
| stat_2 = Relationship<br />
| stat_2_value = Dating (Open Relationship)<br />
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<br />
==Character==<br />
===General=== <br />
<br />
Birthplace: Ala Mhigo<br />
<br />
Current Residence: Lavender Beds<br />
<br />
Current Workplace: The Silver Nexus. (Lavender Beds Free Company Mansion.)<br />
<br />
Eye Color- Right violet, left green.<br />
<br />
Hair color- Blue<br />
<br />
Body Type- Muscular<br />
<br />
Age: 26<br />
<br />
===Appearance===<br />
<br />
Karen is of average height for a Highlander woman, with bronzed skin and a muscular build. She has deep blue hair, usually with light blue highlights, most often kept in a ponytail but at times cut short. Her eyes are hetero chromatic, with her right eye being violet and the left green. Karen tends to favor clothing that is dark blue or violet in color, whether it be heavy armor, a lighter tunic for hand to hand combat, or casual clothes for socializing. Karen always keeps a wrap around her right wrist.<br />
<br />
===Personality===<br />
<br />
Despite being a hothead in her youth, Karen is a reserved and usually stoic woman. She values strength and courage, and detests bullies and schemers. Initially she can seem distant and aloof, but can be quite warm and caring once she gets to know someone, and is very protective of the few she calls her friends. She respects strength in whatever form it comes it, but detests those who abuse their power to bully or torment those beneath them. She tends to keep her feelings and emotions to herself, guarding what she allows others to see whether friend or foe. However, those that she comes to call true friends will be able to see another side of her.<br />
<br />
==Combat==<br />
===General===<br />
Karen's preferred style of combat is with a sword and shield, usually wearing medium to heavy armor. Using blade and shield in tandem, her use of extensive shield work often catches some foes off guard who expect her to mostly block with it, rather than use both her sword and shield for both offensive and defensive purposes. She tends to fight defensively, looking to outlast her enemy and slowly wear them down, aiming to tire out her foe until they make a mistake and create an opening for her to exploit. Though lacking enough aether for prolonged use of magic, Karen can use her aether to empower sword strikes or reinforce her defenses in limited amounts. <br />
<br />
In addition to her blade work, Karen has also begun training in the Pugilist's Guild in hand to hand combat. Both in order to defend herself when without her arms and armor, but also for instances where she may need to incapacitate an aggressor without maiming or killing them. When fighting in a tunic or other light clothing besides her armor, she can be deceptively quick for her size, using a combination of strength and speed to bring down her foes. When fighting in this way, Karen is much more offensive and aggressive than with her sword and shield, looking to end fights more quickly. However, she is not as skilled with her fists as much as she is with her sword and shield. <br />
<br />
<br />
==Tendencies==<br />
===Likes/Hobbies===<br />
::* Sparring, hand to hand or with practice weapons<br />
::* Triple Triad (Casually)<br />
::* Honesty and straightforwardness<br />
::* Weapons and armor<br />
<br />
===Dislikes===<br />
::* Bullies<br />
::* Corrupt merchants/officials/officers<br />
::* Boisterous loudmouths<br />
::* Sickly Sweet things<br />
::* Armchair psychologists<br />
<br />
===Strengths===<br />
::* High physical strength and stamina<br />
::* Highly proficient with one handed blades, shields and heavy armor<br />
::* Moderately proficient in pugilist martial arts<br />
::* Though lacking education, she can be clever at putting pieces of information together<br />
<br />
===Weaknesses===<br />
::* Though not completely illiterate, Karen can only read and write on a very basic level<br />
::* Limited mobility when in armor<br />
::* No formal education<br />
::* Limited understanding of magic<br />
<br />
==Relationships==<br />
===Family===<br />
<br />
Katherine Ashwood (Mother): Deceased. Perished shortly after the Calamity. <br />
<br />
Kallen Ashwood: Younger sister. Former member of the Ala Mhigan Resistance, armorer and metalworker.<br />
<br />
===Friends===<br />
<br />
Her fellows in the Silver Nexus, and former employment in the Safe House.<br />
<br />
===Enemies===<br />
<br />
None, yet. <br />
<br />
==Rumors==<br />
===Common Rumors===<br />
::* Said to be a former gladiator in the Blood Sands of some success, until her career came to a sudden and quiet end. She was known for tight defenses and being able to take several hits before staying down. However, it's been several years now since she left the bloodsands. <br />
::* A refugee from Ala Mhigo who has managed to integrate better into Ul'dah society than many. <br />
::* Those familiar with her time in the blood sands would know that Karen used the name Bright Flower as a pseudonym in the ring. Though she introduces herself as Karen Bright Flower now, her actual surname is Ashwood.<br />
<br />
===Uncommon Rumors===<br />
::* There may have been more to her retirement from the Blood Sands than she lets on. <br />
::* Seems to be rarely seen with others when outside of the workplace. <br />
::* Karen always seems to have a bandage over her right wrist, visible when her current outfit doesn't cover her arm. From the way she moves and uses her sword, it doesn't seem to be injured though. <br />
<br />
===Rare Rumors===<br />
::* Said to have vanished for a couple of weeks shortly before the liberation of of the city of Ala Mhigo and appearing again a couple weeks after. <br />
<br />
<br />
==OOC Info==<br />
<br />
===Blade/Guard for Hire===<br />
<br />
Karen is available to be hired as a guard or mercenary for RP events. Maybe you need someone to stand guard at a dig site in Alllagan ruins or someone has hired assassins to attack you. Or perhaps you're going out to hunt a monster or bandits plaguing a nearby town and need an extra blade? Karen is avaiable to help. While she would ICly be paid for her services in most cases, I don't require any OOC payment, just as most RP bars don't actually charge you for drinks. Karen might also be persuaded to do a job for free ICly under the right circumstances. <br />
<br />
Karen will keep a job confidential and see it through to the end, unless said job ends up requiring her to break her moral code. She'll fight monsters, fend off assassins etc, but if you want her to shake down people for gambling debts, intimidate people into paying protection money, murder someone in cold blood, set fire to an orphanage or kick a puppy, she'll quit the job. I describe Karen's alignment as 'lawful-ish good.' She may delve into some gray areas, but not outright evil acts. She prefers to act within the law, but when it comes down doing the good thing or the lawful thing, she'll generally err on good over lawful depending on the specific circumstances. <br />
<br />
===Combat RP===<br />
<br />
This can be fun when everyone involved is on the same page, and I find it's generally best to make sure of that before starting this up. If one person is trying to free form and the other insisting on rolls, that can get messy. I'm fairly flexible myself, and combat RP can be fun as long as nobody's trying to godmod and everyone's willing to take a hit here and there. If I'm at an event that involves combat, such as the Grindstone, I'll abide by their rules. If it's just an off the cuff thing, I'll generally freeform unless rolls or some sort of combat system are requested, in which case I'm generally fine with that too. Another form I've come across recently is to roll once to see who the ultimate winner is, but still allow for some freeform back and forth so that fights don't end up one sided. <br />
<br />
===Dark/Mature Themes vs ERP (M/D Okay, no E)===<br />
<br />
So in my in game search info I usually have something along the lines of 'M/D RP Okay, no E.' I had to put this in because some people seem to assume mature/dark themes = erp. So I'll clarify what I mean here. ERP for ERP's sake is not something I enjoy. First I'll tackle the E. Erotic RP. Karen's not interested in one night stands, or quick flings without any relationship buildup. If you're looking for quick sex, it's not going to happen. You can try to seduce Karen and it may lead to some funny or interesting RP, that's fine, but don't expect anything to happen. <br />
<br />
M and D mean mature and dark respectively. Things like flirting/innuendo, death, rape, traumatic experiences/ptsd, torture etc. (This doesn't mean Karen's on the table to be raped and tortured I just mean as story themes.) Basically, when I say mature and dark themes are okay, I mean like a M rated video game. When I say ERP, I mean porno esque 'throw these characters into a sexual situation for the purpose of ooc titillation.' <br />
<br />
In terms of dark things happening to Karen, I reserve the right to back out of any RP that makes me uncomfortable OOC. It's one thing if she loses a fight and gets beaten up or even left on death's door for someone to come along and save, I don't mind Karen losing fights. Anything along the lines of death, permanent damage, loss of limbs/body parts, rape/sexual assault, extreme torture I reserve the right to deny. It would largely depend on what exactly you're talking about, how we got to that point, and how it's being handled. If I get the feeling an RP is just dark fap bait or edge for edge's sake I'll probably back out. If dark themes are being handled with an appropriate weight, I may be more inclined to play along. If Karen is being godmodded into a bad situation I'll probably leave, if Karen loses a fight fairly or something, or makes a poor decision like walking into a trap, then her getting her lumps is fine. <br />
<br />
Karen herself is a 'lawful-ish good' character. That's not to say she can't be driven to moments of rage or vengeance, but she's not the sort of character who's going to DO dark things under normal circumstances. She's not going to torture a prisoner, she's not going to assault someone for no reason, she's not going to murder in cold blood. She can be pushed to the edge but she's not generally a dark character herself. <br />
<br />
===Romance/Relationship RP===<br />
<br />
Karen is currently dating in an open relationship. And she is, potentially, open to taking in another lover but the relationship part of open relationship is still in play. Karen's not looking for one night stands or quick sex. I also don't do designated romances. Any potential relationships will have to be built up organically via RP. This could lead to erp but I'm also fine with just RPint the romance/relationship part and cutting to black before we do anything explicit. There's a certain chemistry that our characters either will or won't develop. So just as you shouldn't approach Karen expecting quick erp, also don't get mad if over time our characters just don't click romantically. <br />
<br />
<br />
==Annotations==<br />
<br />
[http://manreeree.com/post/148221997633/terranoie-a-highlander-paladin-commission A commission of Karen done in the Paladin Job Armor. ]<br />
<br />
[https://wiki.ffxiv-roleplayers.com/pages/File:Karen_Blue_Golem.jpg A commission of Karen in her current armor. ]<br />
<br />
[https://wiki.ffxiv-roleplayers.com/pages/File:SistersResized.jpg A commission of Karen (left) and her sister Kallen (right) ]<br />
<br />
This Template was created by [[Karen Brightflower]]</div>Karen Brightflowerhttps://wiki.ffxiv-roleplayers.com/index.php?title=Karen_Brightflower&diff=332628Karen Brightflower2019-04-05T14:49:44Z<p>Karen Brightflower: /* Weaknesses */</p>
<hr />
<div>{{Infobox-character<br />
| name = Karen 'Bright Flower' Ashwood<br />
| image = karen_brightflower_rpc.png<br />
| imagewidth = <br />
| caption = Ala Mhigan Blade/Guard for Hire (See OOC Info)<br />
| title = <br />
| gender = Female<br />
| citizenship = Ala Mhigan Refugee<br />
| race = Hyur<br />
| clan = Highlander<br />
| stat_1 = Age<br />
| stat_1_value = 26<br />
| stat_2 = Relationship<br />
| stat_2_value = Dating (Open Relationship)<br />
| stat_3 = <br />
| stat_3_value = <br />
| stat_4 = <br />
| stat_4_value = <br />
| stat_5 = <br />
| stat_5_value = <br />
| stat_6 = <br />
| stat_6_value = <br />
}}<br />
<br />
==Character==<br />
===General=== <br />
<br />
Birthplace: Ala Mhigo<br />
<br />
Current Residence: Lavender Beds<br />
<br />
Current Workplace: The Silver Nexus. (Lavender Beds Free Company Mansion.)<br />
<br />
Eye Color- Right violet, left green.<br />
<br />
Hair color- Blue<br />
<br />
Body Type- Muscular<br />
<br />
Age: 26<br />
<br />
===Appearance===<br />
<br />
Karen is of average height for a Highlander woman, with bronzed skin and a muscular build. She has deep blue hair, usually with light blue highlights, most often kept in a ponytail but at times cut short. Her eyes are hetero chromatic, with her right eye being violet and the left green. Karen tends to favor clothing that is dark blue or violet in color, whether it be heavy armor, a lighter tunic for hand to hand combat, or casual clothes for socializing. Karen always keeps a wrap around her right wrist.<br />
<br />
===Personality===<br />
<br />
Despite being a hothead in her youth, Karen is a reserved and usually stoic woman. She values strength and courage, and detests bullies and schemers. Initially she can seem distant and aloof, but can be quite warm and caring once she gets to know someone, and is very protective of the few she calls her friends. She respects strength in whatever form it comes it, but detests those who abuse their power to bully or torment those beneath them. She tends to keep her feelings and emotions to herself, guarding what she allows others to see whether friend or foe. However, those that she comes to call true friends will be able to see another side of her.<br />
<br />
==Combat==<br />
===General===<br />
Karen's preferred style of combat is with a sword and shield, usually wearing medium to heavy armor. Using blade and shield in tandem, her use of extensive shield work often catches some foes off guard who expect her to mostly block with it, rather than use both her sword and shield for both offensive and defensive purposes. She tends to fight defensively, looking to outlast her enemy and slowly wear them down, aiming to tire out her foe until they make a mistake and create an opening for her to exploit. Though lacking enough aether for prolonged use of magic, Karen can use her aether to empower sword strikes or reinforce her defenses in limited amounts. <br />
<br />
In addition to her blade work, Karen has also begun training in the Pugilist's Guild in hand to hand combat. Both in order to defend herself when without her arms and armor, but also for instances where she may need to incapacitate an aggressor without maiming or killing them. When fighting in a tunic or other light clothing besides her armor, she can be deceptively quick for her size, using a combination of strength and speed to bring down her foes. When fighting in this way, Karen is much more offensive and aggressive than with her sword and shield, looking to end fights more quickly. However, she is not as skilled with her fists as much as she is with her sword and shield. <br />
<br />
<br />
==Tendencies==<br />
===Likes/Hobbies===<br />
::* Sparring, hand to hand or with practice weapons<br />
::* Triple Triad (Casually)<br />
::* Honesty and straightforwardness<br />
::* Weapons and armor<br />
<br />
===Dislikes===<br />
::* Bullies<br />
::* Corrupt merchants/officials/officers<br />
::* Boisterous loudmouths<br />
::* Sickly Sweet things<br />
::* Armchair psychologists<br />
<br />
===Strengths===<br />
::* High physical strength and stamina<br />
::* Highly proficient with one handed blades, shields and heavy armor<br />
::* Moderately proficient in pugilist martial arts<br />
::* Though lacking education, she can be clever at putting pieces of information together<br />
<br />
===Weaknesses===<br />
::* Though not completely illiterate, Karen can only read and write on a very basic level<br />
::* Limited mobility when in armor<br />
::* No formal education<br />
::* Limited understanding of magic<br />
<br />
==Relationships==<br />
===Family===<br />
<br />
Katherine Ashwood (Mother): Deceased. Perished shortly after the Calamity. <br />
<br />
Kallen Ashwood: Younger sister. Former member of the Ala Mhigan Resistance, armorer and metalworker.<br />
<br />
===Friends===<br />
<br />
Her fellows in the Silver Nexus, and former employment in the Safe House. <br />
<br />
<br />
===Enemies===<br />
<br />
None, yet. <br />
<br />
==Rumors==<br />
===Common Rumors===<br />
::* Said to be a former gladiator in the Blood Sands of some success, until her career came to a sudden and quiet end. She was known for tight defenses and being able to take several hits before staying down. However, it's been several years now since she left the bloodsands. <br />
::* A refugee from Ala Mhigo who has managed to integrate better into Ul'dah society than many. <br />
::* Those familiar with her time in the blood sands would know that Karen used the name Bright Flower as a pseudonym in the ring. Though she introduces herself as Karen Bright Flower now, her actual surname is Ashwood.<br />
<br />
===Uncommon Rumors===<br />
::* There may have been more to her retirement from the Blood Sands than she lets on. <br />
::* Seems to be rarely seen with others when outside of the workplace. <br />
::* Karen always seems to have a bandage over her right wrist, visible when her current outfit doesn't cover her arm. From the way she moves and uses her sword, it doesn't seem to be injured though. <br />
<br />
===Rare Rumors===<br />
::* Said to have vanished for a couple of weeks shortly before the liberation of of the city of Ala Mhigo and appearing again a couple weeks after. <br />
<br />
<br />
==OOC Info==<br />
<br />
===Blade/Guard for Hire===<br />
<br />
Karen is available to be hired as a guard or mercenary for RP events. Maybe you need someone to stand guard at a dig site in Alllagan ruins or someone has hired assassins to attack you. Or perhaps you're going out to hunt a monster or bandits plaguing a nearby town and need an extra blade? Karen is avaiable to help. While she would ICly be paid for her services in most cases, I don't require any OOC payment, just as most RP bars don't actually charge you for drinks. Karen might also be persuaded to do a job for free ICly under the right circumstances. <br />
<br />
Karen will keep a job confidential and see it through to the end, unless said job ends up requiring her to break her moral code. She'll fight monsters, fend off assassins etc, but if you want her to shake down people for gambling debts, intimidate people into paying protection money, murder someone in cold blood, set fire to an orphanage or kick a puppy, she'll quit the job. I describe Karen's alignment as 'lawful-ish good.' She may delve into some gray areas, but not outright evil acts. She prefers to act within the law, but when it comes down doing the good thing or the lawful thing, she'll generally err on good over lawful depending on the specific circumstances. <br />
<br />
===Combat RP===<br />
<br />
This can be fun when everyone involved is on the same page, and I find it's generally best to make sure of that before starting this up. If one person is trying to free form and the other insisting on rolls, that can get messy. I'm fairly flexible myself, and combat RP can be fun as long as nobody's trying to godmod and everyone's willing to take a hit here and there. If I'm at an event that involves combat, such as the Grindstone, I'll abide by their rules. If it's just an off the cuff thing, I'll generally freeform unless rolls or some sort of combat system are requested, in which case I'm generally fine with that too. Another form I've come across recently is to roll once to see who the ultimate winner is, but still allow for some freeform back and forth so that fights don't end up one sided. <br />
<br />
===Dark/Mature Themes vs ERP (M/D Okay, no E)===<br />
<br />
So in my in game search info I usually have something along the lines of 'M/D RP Okay, no E.' I had to put this in because some people seem to assume mature/dark themes = erp. So I'll clarify what I mean here. ERP for ERP's sake is not something I enjoy. First I'll tackle the E. Erotic RP. Karen's not interested in one night stands, or quick flings without any relationship buildup. If you're looking for quick sex, it's not going to happen. You can try to seduce Karen and it may lead to some funny or interesting RP, that's fine, but don't expect anything to happen. <br />
<br />
M and D mean mature and dark respectively. Things like flirting/innuendo, death, rape, traumatic experiences/ptsd, torture etc. (This doesn't mean Karen's on the table to be raped and tortured I just mean as story themes.) Basically, when I say mature and dark themes are okay, I mean like a M rated video game. When I say ERP, I mean porno esque 'throw these characters into a sexual situation for the purpose of ooc titillation.' <br />
<br />
In terms of dark things happening to Karen, I reserve the right to back out of any RP that makes me uncomfortable OOC. It's one thing if she loses a fight and gets beaten up or even left on death's door for someone to come along and save, I don't mind Karen losing fights. Anything along the lines of death, permanent damage, loss of limbs/body parts, rape/sexual assault, extreme torture I reserve the right to deny. It would largely depend on what exactly you're talking about, how we got to that point, and how it's being handled. If I get the feeling an RP is just dark fap bait or edge for edge's sake I'll probably back out. If dark themes are being handled with an appropriate weight, I may be more inclined to play along. If Karen is being godmodded into a bad situation I'll probably leave, if Karen loses a fight fairly or something, or makes a poor decision like walking into a trap, then her getting her lumps is fine. <br />
<br />
Karen herself is a 'lawful-ish good' character. That's not to say she can't be driven to moments of rage or vengeance, but she's not the sort of character who's going to DO dark things under normal circumstances. She's not going to torture a prisoner, she's not going to assault someone for no reason, she's not going to murder in cold blood. She can be pushed to the edge but she's not generally a dark character herself. <br />
<br />
===Romance/Relationship RP===<br />
<br />
Karen is currently dating in an open relationship. And she is, potentially, open to taking in another lover but the relationship part of open relationship is still in play. Karen's not looking for one night stands or quick sex. I also don't do designated romances. Any potential relationships will have to be built up organically via RP. This could lead to erp but I'm also fine with just RPint the romance/relationship part and cutting to black before we do anything explicit. There's a certain chemistry that our characters either will or won't develop. So just as you shouldn't approach Karen expecting quick erp, also don't get mad if over time our characters just don't click romantically. <br />
<br />
<br />
==Annotations==<br />
<br />
[http://manreeree.com/post/148221997633/terranoie-a-highlander-paladin-commission A commission of Karen done in the Paladin Job Armor. ]<br />
<br />
[https://wiki.ffxiv-roleplayers.com/pages/File:Karen_Blue_Golem.jpg A commission of Karen in her current armor. ]<br />
<br />
[https://wiki.ffxiv-roleplayers.com/pages/File:SistersResized.jpg A commission of Karen (left) and her sister Kallen (right) ]<br />
<br />
This Template was created by [[Karen Brightflower]]</div>Karen Brightflowerhttps://wiki.ffxiv-roleplayers.com/index.php?title=Karen_Brightflower&diff=332627Karen Brightflower2019-04-05T14:46:32Z<p>Karen Brightflower: /* Appearance */</p>
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<div>{{Infobox-character<br />
| name = Karen 'Bright Flower' Ashwood<br />
| image = karen_brightflower_rpc.png<br />
| imagewidth = <br />
| caption = Ala Mhigan Blade/Guard for Hire (See OOC Info)<br />
| title = <br />
| gender = Female<br />
| citizenship = Ala Mhigan Refugee<br />
| race = Hyur<br />
| clan = Highlander<br />
| stat_1 = Age<br />
| stat_1_value = 26<br />
| stat_2 = Relationship<br />
| stat_2_value = Dating (Open Relationship)<br />
| stat_3 = <br />
| stat_3_value = <br />
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<br />
==Character==<br />
===General=== <br />
<br />
Birthplace: Ala Mhigo<br />
<br />
Current Residence: Lavender Beds<br />
<br />
Current Workplace: The Silver Nexus. (Lavender Beds Free Company Mansion.)<br />
<br />
Eye Color- Right violet, left green.<br />
<br />
Hair color- Blue<br />
<br />
Body Type- Muscular<br />
<br />
Age: 26<br />
<br />
===Appearance===<br />
<br />
Karen is of average height for a Highlander woman, with bronzed skin and a muscular build. She has deep blue hair, usually with light blue highlights, most often kept in a ponytail but at times cut short. Her eyes are hetero chromatic, with her right eye being violet and the left green. Karen tends to favor clothing that is dark blue or violet in color, whether it be heavy armor, a lighter tunic for hand to hand combat, or casual clothes for socializing. Karen always keeps a wrap around her right wrist.<br />
<br />
===Personality===<br />
<br />
Despite being a hothead in her youth, Karen is a reserved and usually stoic woman. She values strength and courage, and detests bullies and schemers. Initially she can seem distant and aloof, but can be quite warm and caring once she gets to know someone, and is very protective of the few she calls her friends. She respects strength in whatever form it comes it, but detests those who abuse their power to bully or torment those beneath them. She tends to keep her feelings and emotions to herself, guarding what she allows others to see whether friend or foe. However, those that she comes to call true friends will be able to see another side of her.<br />
<br />
==Combat==<br />
===General===<br />
Karen's preferred style of combat is with a sword and shield, usually wearing medium to heavy armor. Using blade and shield in tandem, her use of extensive shield work often catches some foes off guard who expect her to mostly block with it, rather than use both her sword and shield for both offensive and defensive purposes. She tends to fight defensively, looking to outlast her enemy and slowly wear them down, aiming to tire out her foe until they make a mistake and create an opening for her to exploit. Though lacking enough aether for prolonged use of magic, Karen can use her aether to empower sword strikes or reinforce her defenses in limited amounts. <br />
<br />
In addition to her blade work, Karen has also begun training in the Pugilist's Guild in hand to hand combat. Both in order to defend herself when without her arms and armor, but also for instances where she may need to incapacitate an aggressor without maiming or killing them. When fighting in a tunic or other light clothing besides her armor, she can be deceptively quick for her size, using a combination of strength and speed to bring down her foes. When fighting in this way, Karen is much more offensive and aggressive than with her sword and shield, looking to end fights more quickly. However, she is not as skilled with her fists as much as she is with her sword and shield. <br />
<br />
<br />
==Tendencies==<br />
===Likes/Hobbies===<br />
::* Sparring, hand to hand or with practice weapons<br />
::* Triple Triad (Casually)<br />
::* Honesty and straightforwardness<br />
::* Weapons and armor<br />
<br />
===Dislikes===<br />
::* Bullies<br />
::* Corrupt merchants/officials/officers<br />
::* Boisterous loudmouths<br />
::* Sickly Sweet things<br />
::* Armchair psychologists<br />
<br />
===Strengths===<br />
::* High physical strength and stamina<br />
::* Highly proficient with one handed blades, shields and heavy armor<br />
::* Moderately proficient in pugilist martial arts<br />
::* Though lacking education, she can be clever at putting pieces of information together<br />
<br />
===Weaknesses===<br />
::* Though not completely illiterate, Karen can only read and write on a very basic level<br />
::* Limited mobility when in armor<br />
::* No formal education<br />
::* Limited aether, preventing her from fighting primarily with magic and forcing her to be strategic with overt uses of aether in battle.<br />
<br />
<br />
==Relationships==<br />
===Family===<br />
<br />
Katherine Ashwood (Mother): Deceased. Perished shortly after the Calamity. <br />
<br />
Kallen Ashwood: Younger sister. Former member of the Ala Mhigan Resistance, armorer and metalworker.<br />
<br />
===Friends===<br />
<br />
Her fellows in the Silver Nexus, and former employment in the Safe House. <br />
<br />
<br />
===Enemies===<br />
<br />
None, yet. <br />
<br />
==Rumors==<br />
===Common Rumors===<br />
::* Said to be a former gladiator in the Blood Sands of some success, until her career came to a sudden and quiet end. She was known for tight defenses and being able to take several hits before staying down. However, it's been several years now since she left the bloodsands. <br />
::* A refugee from Ala Mhigo who has managed to integrate better into Ul'dah society than many. <br />
::* Those familiar with her time in the blood sands would know that Karen used the name Bright Flower as a pseudonym in the ring. Though she introduces herself as Karen Bright Flower now, her actual surname is Ashwood.<br />
<br />
===Uncommon Rumors===<br />
::* There may have been more to her retirement from the Blood Sands than she lets on. <br />
::* Seems to be rarely seen with others when outside of the workplace. <br />
::* Karen always seems to have a bandage over her right wrist, visible when her current outfit doesn't cover her arm. From the way she moves and uses her sword, it doesn't seem to be injured though. <br />
<br />
===Rare Rumors===<br />
::* Said to have vanished for a couple of weeks shortly before the liberation of of the city of Ala Mhigo and appearing again a couple weeks after. <br />
<br />
<br />
==OOC Info==<br />
<br />
===Blade/Guard for Hire===<br />
<br />
Karen is available to be hired as a guard or mercenary for RP events. Maybe you need someone to stand guard at a dig site in Alllagan ruins or someone has hired assassins to attack you. Or perhaps you're going out to hunt a monster or bandits plaguing a nearby town and need an extra blade? Karen is avaiable to help. While she would ICly be paid for her services in most cases, I don't require any OOC payment, just as most RP bars don't actually charge you for drinks. Karen might also be persuaded to do a job for free ICly under the right circumstances. <br />
<br />
Karen will keep a job confidential and see it through to the end, unless said job ends up requiring her to break her moral code. She'll fight monsters, fend off assassins etc, but if you want her to shake down people for gambling debts, intimidate people into paying protection money, murder someone in cold blood, set fire to an orphanage or kick a puppy, she'll quit the job. I describe Karen's alignment as 'lawful-ish good.' She may delve into some gray areas, but not outright evil acts. She prefers to act within the law, but when it comes down doing the good thing or the lawful thing, she'll generally err on good over lawful depending on the specific circumstances. <br />
<br />
===Combat RP===<br />
<br />
This can be fun when everyone involved is on the same page, and I find it's generally best to make sure of that before starting this up. If one person is trying to free form and the other insisting on rolls, that can get messy. I'm fairly flexible myself, and combat RP can be fun as long as nobody's trying to godmod and everyone's willing to take a hit here and there. If I'm at an event that involves combat, such as the Grindstone, I'll abide by their rules. If it's just an off the cuff thing, I'll generally freeform unless rolls or some sort of combat system are requested, in which case I'm generally fine with that too. Another form I've come across recently is to roll once to see who the ultimate winner is, but still allow for some freeform back and forth so that fights don't end up one sided. <br />
<br />
===Dark/Mature Themes vs ERP (M/D Okay, no E)===<br />
<br />
So in my in game search info I usually have something along the lines of 'M/D RP Okay, no E.' I had to put this in because some people seem to assume mature/dark themes = erp. So I'll clarify what I mean here. ERP for ERP's sake is not something I enjoy. First I'll tackle the E. Erotic RP. Karen's not interested in one night stands, or quick flings without any relationship buildup. If you're looking for quick sex, it's not going to happen. You can try to seduce Karen and it may lead to some funny or interesting RP, that's fine, but don't expect anything to happen. <br />
<br />
M and D mean mature and dark respectively. Things like flirting/innuendo, death, rape, traumatic experiences/ptsd, torture etc. (This doesn't mean Karen's on the table to be raped and tortured I just mean as story themes.) Basically, when I say mature and dark themes are okay, I mean like a M rated video game. When I say ERP, I mean porno esque 'throw these characters into a sexual situation for the purpose of ooc titillation.' <br />
<br />
In terms of dark things happening to Karen, I reserve the right to back out of any RP that makes me uncomfortable OOC. It's one thing if she loses a fight and gets beaten up or even left on death's door for someone to come along and save, I don't mind Karen losing fights. Anything along the lines of death, permanent damage, loss of limbs/body parts, rape/sexual assault, extreme torture I reserve the right to deny. It would largely depend on what exactly you're talking about, how we got to that point, and how it's being handled. If I get the feeling an RP is just dark fap bait or edge for edge's sake I'll probably back out. If dark themes are being handled with an appropriate weight, I may be more inclined to play along. If Karen is being godmodded into a bad situation I'll probably leave, if Karen loses a fight fairly or something, or makes a poor decision like walking into a trap, then her getting her lumps is fine. <br />
<br />
Karen herself is a 'lawful-ish good' character. That's not to say she can't be driven to moments of rage or vengeance, but she's not the sort of character who's going to DO dark things under normal circumstances. She's not going to torture a prisoner, she's not going to assault someone for no reason, she's not going to murder in cold blood. She can be pushed to the edge but she's not generally a dark character herself. <br />
<br />
===Romance/Relationship RP===<br />
<br />
Karen is currently dating in an open relationship. And she is, potentially, open to taking in another lover but the relationship part of open relationship is still in play. Karen's not looking for one night stands or quick sex. I also don't do designated romances. Any potential relationships will have to be built up organically via RP. This could lead to erp but I'm also fine with just RPint the romance/relationship part and cutting to black before we do anything explicit. There's a certain chemistry that our characters either will or won't develop. So just as you shouldn't approach Karen expecting quick erp, also don't get mad if over time our characters just don't click romantically. <br />
<br />
<br />
==Annotations==<br />
<br />
[http://manreeree.com/post/148221997633/terranoie-a-highlander-paladin-commission A commission of Karen done in the Paladin Job Armor. ]<br />
<br />
[https://wiki.ffxiv-roleplayers.com/pages/File:Karen_Blue_Golem.jpg A commission of Karen in her current armor. ]<br />
<br />
[https://wiki.ffxiv-roleplayers.com/pages/File:SistersResized.jpg A commission of Karen (left) and her sister Kallen (right) ]<br />
<br />
This Template was created by [[Karen Brightflower]]</div>Karen Brightflowerhttps://wiki.ffxiv-roleplayers.com/index.php?title=Karen_Brightflower&diff=332626Karen Brightflower2019-04-05T14:45:39Z<p>Karen Brightflower: /* General */</p>
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<div>{{Infobox-character<br />
| name = Karen 'Bright Flower' Ashwood<br />
| image = karen_brightflower_rpc.png<br />
| imagewidth = <br />
| caption = Ala Mhigan Blade/Guard for Hire (See OOC Info)<br />
| title = <br />
| gender = Female<br />
| citizenship = Ala Mhigan Refugee<br />
| race = Hyur<br />
| clan = Highlander<br />
| stat_1 = Age<br />
| stat_1_value = 26<br />
| stat_2 = Relationship<br />
| stat_2_value = Dating (Open Relationship)<br />
| stat_3 = <br />
| stat_3_value = <br />
| stat_4 = <br />
| stat_4_value = <br />
| stat_5 = <br />
| stat_5_value = <br />
| stat_6 = <br />
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}}<br />
<br />
==Character==<br />
===General=== <br />
<br />
Birthplace: Ala Mhigo<br />
<br />
Current Residence: Lavender Beds<br />
<br />
Current Workplace: The Silver Nexus. (Lavender Beds Free Company Mansion.)<br />
<br />
Eye Color- Right violet, left green.<br />
<br />
Hair color- Blue<br />
<br />
Body Type- Muscular<br />
<br />
Age: 26<br />
<br />
===Appearance===<br />
<br />
Karen is of average height for a Highlander woman, with bronzed skin and a muscular build. She has deep blue hair, usually with light blue highlights, most often kept in a ponytail but at times cut short. Her eyes are hetero chromatic, with her right eye being violet and the left green. Karen tends to favor clothing that is dark blue or violet in color, whether it be heavy armor, a lighter tunic for hand to hand combat, or casual clothes for socializing. Karen carries a mark on her right wrist, usually covered by clothing or a bandage. <br />
<br />
===Personality===<br />
<br />
Despite being a hothead in her youth, Karen is a reserved and usually stoic woman. She values strength and courage, and detests bullies and schemers. Initially she can seem distant and aloof, but can be quite warm and caring once she gets to know someone, and is very protective of the few she calls her friends. She respects strength in whatever form it comes it, but detests those who abuse their power to bully or torment those beneath them. She tends to keep her feelings and emotions to herself, guarding what she allows others to see whether friend or foe. However, those that she comes to call true friends will be able to see another side of her.<br />
<br />
==Combat==<br />
===General===<br />
Karen's preferred style of combat is with a sword and shield, usually wearing medium to heavy armor. Using blade and shield in tandem, her use of extensive shield work often catches some foes off guard who expect her to mostly block with it, rather than use both her sword and shield for both offensive and defensive purposes. She tends to fight defensively, looking to outlast her enemy and slowly wear them down, aiming to tire out her foe until they make a mistake and create an opening for her to exploit. Though lacking enough aether for prolonged use of magic, Karen can use her aether to empower sword strikes or reinforce her defenses in limited amounts. <br />
<br />
In addition to her blade work, Karen has also begun training in the Pugilist's Guild in hand to hand combat. Both in order to defend herself when without her arms and armor, but also for instances where she may need to incapacitate an aggressor without maiming or killing them. When fighting in a tunic or other light clothing besides her armor, she can be deceptively quick for her size, using a combination of strength and speed to bring down her foes. When fighting in this way, Karen is much more offensive and aggressive than with her sword and shield, looking to end fights more quickly. However, she is not as skilled with her fists as much as she is with her sword and shield. <br />
<br />
<br />
==Tendencies==<br />
===Likes/Hobbies===<br />
::* Sparring, hand to hand or with practice weapons<br />
::* Triple Triad (Casually)<br />
::* Honesty and straightforwardness<br />
::* Weapons and armor<br />
<br />
===Dislikes===<br />
::* Bullies<br />
::* Corrupt merchants/officials/officers<br />
::* Boisterous loudmouths<br />
::* Sickly Sweet things<br />
::* Armchair psychologists<br />
<br />
===Strengths===<br />
::* High physical strength and stamina<br />
::* Highly proficient with one handed blades, shields and heavy armor<br />
::* Moderately proficient in pugilist martial arts<br />
::* Though lacking education, she can be clever at putting pieces of information together<br />
<br />
===Weaknesses===<br />
::* Though not completely illiterate, Karen can only read and write on a very basic level<br />
::* Limited mobility when in armor<br />
::* No formal education<br />
::* Limited aether, preventing her from fighting primarily with magic and forcing her to be strategic with overt uses of aether in battle.<br />
<br />
<br />
==Relationships==<br />
===Family===<br />
<br />
Katherine Ashwood (Mother): Deceased. Perished shortly after the Calamity. <br />
<br />
Kallen Ashwood: Younger sister. Former member of the Ala Mhigan Resistance, armorer and metalworker.<br />
<br />
===Friends===<br />
<br />
Her fellows in the Silver Nexus, and former employment in the Safe House. <br />
<br />
<br />
===Enemies===<br />
<br />
None, yet. <br />
<br />
==Rumors==<br />
===Common Rumors===<br />
::* Said to be a former gladiator in the Blood Sands of some success, until her career came to a sudden and quiet end. She was known for tight defenses and being able to take several hits before staying down. However, it's been several years now since she left the bloodsands. <br />
::* A refugee from Ala Mhigo who has managed to integrate better into Ul'dah society than many. <br />
::* Those familiar with her time in the blood sands would know that Karen used the name Bright Flower as a pseudonym in the ring. Though she introduces herself as Karen Bright Flower now, her actual surname is Ashwood.<br />
<br />
===Uncommon Rumors===<br />
::* There may have been more to her retirement from the Blood Sands than she lets on. <br />
::* Seems to be rarely seen with others when outside of the workplace. <br />
::* Karen always seems to have a bandage over her right wrist, visible when her current outfit doesn't cover her arm. From the way she moves and uses her sword, it doesn't seem to be injured though. <br />
<br />
===Rare Rumors===<br />
::* Said to have vanished for a couple of weeks shortly before the liberation of of the city of Ala Mhigo and appearing again a couple weeks after. <br />
<br />
<br />
==OOC Info==<br />
<br />
===Blade/Guard for Hire===<br />
<br />
Karen is available to be hired as a guard or mercenary for RP events. Maybe you need someone to stand guard at a dig site in Alllagan ruins or someone has hired assassins to attack you. Or perhaps you're going out to hunt a monster or bandits plaguing a nearby town and need an extra blade? Karen is avaiable to help. While she would ICly be paid for her services in most cases, I don't require any OOC payment, just as most RP bars don't actually charge you for drinks. Karen might also be persuaded to do a job for free ICly under the right circumstances. <br />
<br />
Karen will keep a job confidential and see it through to the end, unless said job ends up requiring her to break her moral code. She'll fight monsters, fend off assassins etc, but if you want her to shake down people for gambling debts, intimidate people into paying protection money, murder someone in cold blood, set fire to an orphanage or kick a puppy, she'll quit the job. I describe Karen's alignment as 'lawful-ish good.' She may delve into some gray areas, but not outright evil acts. She prefers to act within the law, but when it comes down doing the good thing or the lawful thing, she'll generally err on good over lawful depending on the specific circumstances. <br />
<br />
===Combat RP===<br />
<br />
This can be fun when everyone involved is on the same page, and I find it's generally best to make sure of that before starting this up. If one person is trying to free form and the other insisting on rolls, that can get messy. I'm fairly flexible myself, and combat RP can be fun as long as nobody's trying to godmod and everyone's willing to take a hit here and there. If I'm at an event that involves combat, such as the Grindstone, I'll abide by their rules. If it's just an off the cuff thing, I'll generally freeform unless rolls or some sort of combat system are requested, in which case I'm generally fine with that too. Another form I've come across recently is to roll once to see who the ultimate winner is, but still allow for some freeform back and forth so that fights don't end up one sided. <br />
<br />
===Dark/Mature Themes vs ERP (M/D Okay, no E)===<br />
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So in my in game search info I usually have something along the lines of 'M/D RP Okay, no E.' I had to put this in because some people seem to assume mature/dark themes = erp. So I'll clarify what I mean here. ERP for ERP's sake is not something I enjoy. First I'll tackle the E. Erotic RP. Karen's not interested in one night stands, or quick flings without any relationship buildup. If you're looking for quick sex, it's not going to happen. You can try to seduce Karen and it may lead to some funny or interesting RP, that's fine, but don't expect anything to happen. <br />
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M and D mean mature and dark respectively. Things like flirting/innuendo, death, rape, traumatic experiences/ptsd, torture etc. (This doesn't mean Karen's on the table to be raped and tortured I just mean as story themes.) Basically, when I say mature and dark themes are okay, I mean like a M rated video game. When I say ERP, I mean porno esque 'throw these characters into a sexual situation for the purpose of ooc titillation.' <br />
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In terms of dark things happening to Karen, I reserve the right to back out of any RP that makes me uncomfortable OOC. It's one thing if she loses a fight and gets beaten up or even left on death's door for someone to come along and save, I don't mind Karen losing fights. Anything along the lines of death, permanent damage, loss of limbs/body parts, rape/sexual assault, extreme torture I reserve the right to deny. It would largely depend on what exactly you're talking about, how we got to that point, and how it's being handled. If I get the feeling an RP is just dark fap bait or edge for edge's sake I'll probably back out. If dark themes are being handled with an appropriate weight, I may be more inclined to play along. If Karen is being godmodded into a bad situation I'll probably leave, if Karen loses a fight fairly or something, or makes a poor decision like walking into a trap, then her getting her lumps is fine. <br />
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Karen herself is a 'lawful-ish good' character. That's not to say she can't be driven to moments of rage or vengeance, but she's not the sort of character who's going to DO dark things under normal circumstances. She's not going to torture a prisoner, she's not going to assault someone for no reason, she's not going to murder in cold blood. She can be pushed to the edge but she's not generally a dark character herself. <br />
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===Romance/Relationship RP===<br />
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Karen is currently dating in an open relationship. And she is, potentially, open to taking in another lover but the relationship part of open relationship is still in play. Karen's not looking for one night stands or quick sex. I also don't do designated romances. Any potential relationships will have to be built up organically via RP. This could lead to erp but I'm also fine with just RPint the romance/relationship part and cutting to black before we do anything explicit. There's a certain chemistry that our characters either will or won't develop. So just as you shouldn't approach Karen expecting quick erp, also don't get mad if over time our characters just don't click romantically. <br />
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[http://manreeree.com/post/148221997633/terranoie-a-highlander-paladin-commission A commission of Karen done in the Paladin Job Armor. ]<br />
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[https://wiki.ffxiv-roleplayers.com/pages/File:Karen_Blue_Golem.jpg A commission of Karen in her current armor. ]<br />
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[https://wiki.ffxiv-roleplayers.com/pages/File:SistersResized.jpg A commission of Karen (left) and her sister Kallen (right) ]<br />
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