Chuchukepa Hohokepa

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"Chuch, for those without a penchant for Dunesfolk names..."
Would-Be Force of Nature
Gender	Male
Race	Lalafell
Clan	Dunesfolk
Citizenship	Ul'Dah
Nameday	10th Sun, Fifth Umbral Moon
Age	~24
Guardian	Menphina

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Character

General Info

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Once known for his prickly demeanor and glib tongue, Chuchukepa Hohokepa has appeared to have given in on his social "wall of thorns." Being employed by the free company Coral Sea seems to be the drive behind this change in behavior, the same of which has also brought about his departure from what little residence he took up in Ul'Dah. He now lingers in Limsa Lominsa, though he frequently returns to the desert city.

Appearance

Chuchukepa is of typical height for male Lalafell, and still sports the hard lines of a desert dweller even though it's been countless years since he actually wandered the Sagolii on a regular. His skin is a deep shade of brown, while the only distinguishing marks upon it are an odd tattoo beneath his right eye and his birthstone, which he wears in typical Dunesfolk fashion upon his forehead. His eyes are a deep violet, weathered considerably but still retaining something of a spark of innocence to them. His hair is a shade of brown that borders on the color of a plum, kept relatively short and sporting a cowlick that just doesn't seem to ever go away.

In the past he has taken care in dressing himself respectably. It began as an amusement for him, as he never wore fine clothing while he struggled as an under-merchant, and wished to find out how the wealthy felt when they dressed. Lately however, he has strayed from propriety in favor of more functional clothing; a wide hat with a bent tip seems to be treasured in particular by him.

Personality & Philosophy

Wary, shrewd, and dry would have summarized Chuchukepa some months ago. Since taking up his new home in Limsa, that hard callous that built up as a result of growing up alone in Ul'Dah seems to be peeling off. That said, he is painfully awkward when dealing with almost any affectionate emotion that isn't skin deep, and is uncomfortably aware of it... which, ironically, does nothing to aid him in figuring it all out. His rare smile has been coming out more often as of late, coupled with him opening up to others which he hasn't felt comfortable with doing in the past.

While he is humble in his self-opinions, if not outright self-deprecating, he does seem aware of his own abilities and their potency. It doesn't appear to have awoken any significant sort of hubris in him however, and he seems to regard his abilities as hit-or-miss at best. He prefers to stay safe and comfortable if he can help it, but he has been venturing out more and more on behalf of his newfound friends.

While he does not go out of the way to mock the gods, he does have some negative opinions about them and does not pay into worship of them.

Player Standing

♥ Romantic Interest    ♥ Sexual Desire    ♥ Platonic Love     ● Good Standing    ● Neutral Standing    ● Poor Standing

♥● Sasaro Saro - Also known as "Lady Red." They had initially met under odd circumstances to begin with, as Sasaro had declared that Chuchukepa was her husband only moments after meeting him for the first time. Despite the heart failure it nearly caused Chuchukepa, it had been done to "save him" from an aggressive admirer. Chuchukepa eventually discovered that she and another Lalafell named Aran Cairnspell were still romantically involved, after he had already become romantically involved with Sasaro himself. She has since gone missing after venturing into the desert, leaving Chuchukepa with unanswered questions along with a lingering doubt that she may ever return at all.

● Jajara Jara - A fierce fist-fighter and unexpected companion, who he had become allied with during the Great Coral Sea Sand Coffin Battle of Mist Beach. Together they buried a fearsome foe of a Roegadyn, who had very patiently and deliberately buried the both of them neck-deep in the sand. Even though Jajara and Chuchukepa are two very different personalities, it seems he can't help but form a kinship with his fellow Dunesfolk lady. At the rate that his fondness of her is progressing, it may or may not complicate his predicament with Sasaro.

● Reinette Sompt - Chuchukepa's oldest friend and confidant. She was assigned to be a study partner with Chuchukepa while they both attended training in the Thaumaturges Guild, but was assigned a secondary role to observe and study Chuchukepa unbeknownst to him. She has since found her way to Limsa Lominsa, and has joined Coral Sea as well, causing a small panic in the little mage. Even though their work carries them separate directions more often than not, he still thinks of her favorably.

● Dhemgeim Shyrdoenwyn - A scarred and fierce Sea Wolf almost-paladin in the employ of Coral Sea. She was assigned the task of protecting Chuchukepa in his journey from Ul'Dah to Limsa Lominsa, along with her partner and lover Tausenadel. Since then she has become someone for the Lalafell to look up to; both figuratively and literally. Chuchukepa regards her as an imposing figure of strength and martial prowess, who might be completely unconcerned with her own well being. She is possibly the one person Chuchukepa trusts as much as he fears.

● Tausenadel Geispyrsyn - The boisterous and gregarious Sea Wolf version of a warrior poet, who also happens to be Dhemgeim's lover. He and Chuchukepa initially clashed upon meeting one another, with Tausenadel commenting about Chuchukepa's lack of protective wear in favor of wearing a "dress", while Chuchukepa insisted that Tausenadel was wearing "battle suspenders." Since then they seem to have formed a sort of camaraderie, even though their personalities appear to differ vastly. Tausenadel is a master at giving Chuchukepa poor advice, though it's unclear on whether this is intentional or not.

● L'aenoh Tia -

●● Memeli Meli - The mad little Dunesfolk made her first impression on Chuchukepa by telling him he had pretty eyes. Shortly after that, they had scuffled and fought each other while rolling around in the dirt. It's unclear whether they're friends or mortal enemies, but Memeli recently declared Chuchukepa her rival after he claimed to also have past lives and secret powers. It's also absolutely certain that she is able to frustrate Chuchukepa with little or no effort.

● Rinilda Stonebreaker -

● I'tsu Fhuz -

● Nixa Shaana -

Combat

He is naturally inclined towards the arcane, and is a powerful Thaumaturge despite his abstinent self-opinion. Evocation appears to be an almost trivial feat for him at times, and he is able to channel aether through a band that would warrant consideration by even the most powerful of mages. Self-guided research and experimentation have lead to him beginning the process of forging his own spells, while he makes subtle variations to traditional spells in the meantime.

Despite being able to call forth fire on a whim, he has no illusions about the shortcomings of mages. He has even commented that it would be a simple thing to lift him from the ground and throw him off a cliff before he was able to do anything. Despite this negative perspective, he has had a strength and quickness to him as of late that was not present previously.

History/Timeline

Chuchukepa was born in the Sagolii desert, while his family was attempting to make it back to Ul'Dah. He traveled with his family for some time as they did business with neighboring clans, until a raid destroyed his family's caravan and slew his father, Xuxuyoli Hahayoli. His mother and sister were taken by the raiders to be made slaves. Chuchukepa survived thanks to his father shielding him, and by the luck of a passing caravan discovering him among the destruction.

After being separated from his mother and sister, he was taken to Ul'Dah. The caravan which had discovered him felt it best to leave him amongst Dunesfolk rather than dragging him into a society where he didn't belong, unknowingly subjecting him to the harsh realities of the desert city. He was soon "adopted" by a Hellsguard over-merchant, who worked the young Lalafell in the markets without sympathy.

He lived a life of poverty working for the over-merchant, making only enough to survive. Mere months after the calamity, he encountered the Hyur who had destroyed his family, and subsequently killed him. The manner of the Hyur's death was something of a curiousity, as no wounds had been present upon his body. Chuchukepa was charged with murder after being arrested by the Brass Blades, but he was spared a death sentence thanks to the council's interest in the manner of the Hyur's death. He was subsequently sentenced to servitude and study under the Thaumaturge's Guild in Ul'Dah.

He trained under the Guild's tutelage for a number of years before finally taking his leave. He had grown suspicious of his surroundings and the whispers that accompanied it, and innocently suggested that a journey might assist in his studies. He then took an airship to Limsa Lominsa before joining Coral Sea, in the hopes of finding amnesty from the long arm of Ul'Dah. He continues to serve the free company's interests to this day...

Additional/OOC

• Oh yeah, I'm already biting on your page design, Jajara, so I might as well go all in! So here's some music...!
  • The Seatbelts - Space Lion
  • The Glitch Mob - Carry The Sun

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