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<div align=center><div style="font-size:16px;letter-spacing: 1px;color:#000000;width: 800px;font-family:Trebuchet MS;text-shadow: 0px 0px 0px silver">"I just look after me kith an' kin, understand? Had enough a' riskin' me naked arse every sennight fer' another gaggle a' flashy gudgeons runnin' some dumpy bowse racket."</div></div>
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<div align=center><div style="font-size:16px;letter-spacing: 1px;color:#000000;width: 800px;font-family:Trebuchet MS;text-shadow: 0px 0px 0px silver">"I just look after me kith an' kin, understand? I'm nay riskin' me arse every sennight fer more flashy gudgeons runnin' some dumpy bowse racket."</div></div>
 
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<div style="float:right; margin: 10px 10px 10px 0px;">[[File:Nagaartbreeder.png|thumb|Face created via [https://artbreeder.com/ https://artbreeder.com/]|250px]]</div>
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<div style="float:right; margin: -7px 10px 10px 0px;">[[File:Nagaartbreeder.png|thumb|A more realistic interpretation of Anaguma.|250px]]</div>
Despite Final Fantasy XIV's rather limited customisation options, Anaguma does not have a real world face claim, instead it is as currently displayed on this page. Voice-wise, his is the same as [https://finalfantasy.fandom.com/wiki/Ardbert Ardbert's,] however Anaguma's dialect is much less formal and incorporates a fair amount of slang and Thieves' Cant.  
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Anaguma's face is not inspired by any particular person, the adjacent image was created with the tools available at https://artbreeder.com/ using in-game screenshots as reference materiel. Notably, his natural facial expression implies a look of disapproval, intentional or unintentional, i.e. [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Resting_bitch_face glaring.]
<font style="color: #8B0000;">'''5.0 SPOILER :'''</font> <font style="color: #8B0000;">[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UP1_TGMDSm4 Anaguma speaks.]</font>
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He shares his voice claim with Ardbert, who is voiced by [https://www.imdb.com/name/nm1478079/ Joe Dempsie.] Despite having an identical voice, the difference between them lie with their speech patterns; Anaguma speaks with a grungier Limsa Lominsan dialect and has developed a habitual tenancy of speaking in slang and using improper derivatives. <font style="color: #8B0000;">'''5.0 SPOILER :'''</font><font style="color: #8B0000;"> [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UP1_TGMDSm4 Anaguma speaks.]</font>
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<li>''"The light of the fire could be seen for miles."''</li>
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<li>"Ye can spy the glimmer o' glymmer fer malms."</li>
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<li>''"No, there isn't a difference between the two earrings."''</li>
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<li>"Nay, 'tisn't a differential betwixt either o' the lobe latches."</li>
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<div style="border-style: dotted; border-width: 0px 0px 1px 0px; border-color:#000000;">'''Red Colts Tattoo'''</div>
The dark red tattoo on Anaguma's right cheekbone is shaped like an ornate dagger. It was once the emblem of the Red Colts, a small gang of young cutthroats that could be found in Limsa Lominsa's Lower Decks in the last years of the Sixth Astral Era. Being one of its few remaining members, most having perished in the Seventh Umbral Calamity, the mark is coincidentally similar in design to his misericordes, the '''Red Mercies.'''
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In the years preceding the Seventh Umbral Calamity, there existed a gang of male youths in Limsa Lominsa called the ''Red Colts.'' Their reputation surmounted to little more than petty thievery and misdemeanours, but the gang was known to other Limsans by their marked faces; a personalisation tattooed in red ink. Anaguma's mark is an ornate dagger and similar in design to his misericordes, the '''Red Mercies.''' Most of the gang perished during the Seventh Umbral Calamity, swept away by a great tidal wave. They are survived by their last two members; Anaguma and his friend, Sylbswerd Lydirgybal.
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As the illegitimate son of Tribunus Angusticlavius Atticus sas Ferrum, Anaguma has inherited some of his family's most notable traits.
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<li><font style="color:#000000;" size="3"></font>Crystal blue eyes that reflect Garlemald's landscape. A cold, hard stare that hides a fire beneath.</li>
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Those with direct relations to the Ferrum family have primarily two traits; Their eyes are like the frozen landscape of Garlemald itself, and their hair a shade of pale blonde. Receiving a glare from Anaguma can be understandably intimidating, a chill of ice that somehow masks a hidden fire beneath it. He has mostly outgrown his blonde hair due to his mother's genes, but one does not have to look hard to find what remains.
 
 
 
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Shinobi gear. A combination of leather and plate, adorned with Far Eastern textiles.</div>
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A combination of gear from Eorzea and the Far East. He takes extra care with the Yanxian articles.</div>
  
 
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A three piece outfit of shirt, jacket, and scarf. Everyday wear for everyday life.</div>
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A versatile outfit suitable for the typical Eorzean, and whatever their day has in store for them.</div>
 
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   <li><b><font style="color: #2243b6;">Ocean fishing.</font></b></li>
 
   <li><b><font style="color: #2243b6;">Ocean fishing.</font></b></li>
 
   <li><b><font style="color: #000000;">Peace and quiet.</font></b></li>
 
   <li><b><font style="color: #000000;">Peace and quiet.</font></b></li>
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   <li><b><font style="color: #2243b6;">Rum.</font></b></li>
 
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   <li><b><font style="color: #000000;">Anaguma is fluent in Thieves' Cant and incorporates it into his regular speech, in addition to completely fabricating his own language.</font></b></li>
 
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   <li><b><font style="color: #2243b6;">When heavily intoxicated and [[Tempest Fey]] is present, Anaguma will put "the moves" on her as if they've never met before.</font></b></li>
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<font style="color: #000; letter-spacing: 0em; text-align: justify; text-shadow: 1px 1px 1px #b8b8b8;"> As per the implied "hide in plain sight" message of his clan tenets, Anaguma will not defer to the shinobi arts in combat unless pushed. He instead approaches opponents with the more "rough and tumble" disposition commonly found in Limsa Lominsa's scoundrels.
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<font style="color: #000; letter-spacing: 0em; text-align: justify; text-shadow: 1px 1px 1px #b8b8b8;"> As per the "hide in plain sight" message in his clan tenets, Anaguma will not defer to the shinobi arts in combat unless pushed. He instead approaches his opposition with a more "rough and tumble" attitude, at least initially.
  
And unlike those scoundrels with their more conventional ''stabbers,'' Anaguma's idea of ''stabbers'' are his '''Red Mercies,''' a special commission of Naldiq & Vymelli's [https://ffxiv.gamerescape.com/wiki/High_Steel_Kris Misericordes] (the Ishgardian word meaning "mercy"), in which he has aptly named.  
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He wields his '''Red Mercies,''' a special commission of Naldiq & Vymelli's [https://ffxiv.gamerescape.com/wiki/High_Steel_Kris Misericordes] (the Ishgardian word meaning "mercy"), in which he has aptly named. Each misericorde consists of a pair of tempered blades attached to a polished grip, thick enough to parry larger arms yet thin enough to strike through the gaps between armour plates. Via a complex system of gears, the blades can be folded back for storage or concealment. These gears, however, must be oiled regularly lest they jam upon the blades' release. - ''Encyclopedia Eorzea II, pg. 199''
  
Each misericorde consists of a pair of tempered blades attached to a polished grip, thick enough to parry larger arms yet thin enough to strike through the gaps between armour plates. Via a complex system of gears, the blades can be folded back for storage or concealment. These gears, however, must be oiled regularly lest they jam upon the blades' release. - ''Encyclopedia Eorzea II, pg. 199''
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Anaguma is a Jōnin (lit. High Ninja) and has therefore mastered not only the martial techniques, but the art of three-mudra ninjutsu. The advanced abilities he wields deviate significantly from what is available to the Warrior of Light, with far more emphasis on subtlety and elusiveness instead of destruction, for the most part. This divergence in martial ability, but also in his disposition, is what earns him the epithet of Renegade.
  
Anaguma is a Jōnin (lit. ''High Ninja'') and is capable of three-mudra ninjutsu much like [https://finalfantasy.fandom.com/wiki/Yugiri_Mistwalker Yugiri Mistwalker], [https://finalfantasy.fandom.com/wiki/Karasu_Kanshi Karasu Redbeak], and [https://finalfantasy.fandom.com/wiki/Oboro_Torioi Oboro Moonrise]. "Ninjas work alone" is a phrase that is perpetuated deep within the magical arithmetic of ninjutsu itself. As such, Anaguma prefers to work exclusively with mundane characters if forced into a group. His own ninjutsu contains a unique characteristic, the immediate area permeating a strong smell of [https://www.livescience.com/37648-good-smells-rain-petrichor.html ozone].</font>
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He refrains from exercising the use of ninjutsu when working with others, in some respects due to his secretive nature but more importantly the potential ramifications to the party’s cohesion, adding weight to the phrase, “Ninjas work alone.
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A special set of red Misericordes commissioned at Naldiq & Vymelli's in Limsa Lominsa.</div>
 
A special set of red Misericordes commissioned at Naldiq & Vymelli's in Limsa Lominsa.</div>
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A blue fishing rod of steel construction, Anaguma likes to use its ''business end'' to "thwack ijits."</div>
 
 
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Sheathed in the forearms of his gauntlets are several throwing knives.</div>
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Sheathed in his gauntlets, or enhanced with ninjutsu as a weaker variant of '''Fuma Shuriken''' (lit. ''Demon Wind Throwing Blades'')'''.'''</div>
 
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A mysterious heirloom passed down throughout eras. Said to have first originated from Shinobi-no-Sato during the time of Sasuke.</div>
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A mysterious heirloom passed down throughout eras. Said to have first originated from Shinobi-no-Sato roughly three hundred years ago.</div>
 
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A shinobi's escape tools. As Anaguma has crafted his with local Limsan ingredients, so they ''may'' spontaneously combust.</div>
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A shinobi's escape tools. Anaguma's are made from local La Noscean ingredients; black firesand, sulfur, and saltpeter.</div>
 
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<div style="color: #000; text-shadow: 0px 0px 0px white; letter-spacing: 0em; text-align: justify; height:40px;">'''Thieves' Tools'''<br>
 
<div style="color: #000; text-shadow: 0px 0px 0px white; letter-spacing: 0em; text-align: justify; height:40px;">'''Thieves' Tools'''<br>
Anaguma seldom uses, but carries a rolled up canvas pouch of sentimental thieves' tools. They contain the following:</div>
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Anaguma seldom makes use of, but carries a rolled-up canvas pouch of sentimental thieves' tools. They contain the following:</div>
 
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   <li><font style="color: #000000;">"Jemmy" - a five-ilm crowbar.</font></li>
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   <div style="text-align: left; margin-left: 50px;><li><font style="color: #000000;">''Jemmy'' - a five-ilm crowbar.</font></li></div>
   <li><font style="color: #000000;">"Kate and her Sisters" - a set of lockpicks.</font></li>
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   <div style="text-align: left; margin-left: 50px;><li><font style="color: #000000;">''Kate and her Lucky Charms'' - a metal file and a set of lockpicks.</font></li></div>
   <li><font style="color: #000000;">"Vanity Amity" - a small hand mirror.</font></li>
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   <div style="text-align: left; margin-left: 50px;><li><font style="color: #000000;">''Gilt Nyppers'' - a pair of narrow-bladed scissors.</font></li></div>
   <li><font style="color: #000000;">"Aunt Fanny" - a metal file.</font></li>
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   <div style="text-align: left; margin-left: 50px;><li><font style="color: #000000;">''Amity's Vanity'' - a small hand mirror.</font></li></div>
   <li><font style="color: #000000;">"Rose Water" - a small vial of [https://ffxiv.gamerescape.com/wiki/Vitriol Vitriol.]</font></li>
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   <div style="text-align: left; margin-left: 50px;><li><font style="color: #000000;">''Rose Water'' - a small vial of corrosive [https://ffxiv.gamerescape.com/wiki/Vitriol Vitriol.]</font></li></div>
 
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Unlike those more notable groups such as the Fuma, Iga, or Nagae clans, the Kenesa Clan does not adopt an official uniform for itself. Instead the clan embraces its grassroots origins by making do with one's current possessions and sense of self. So whether it be cloth, leather, or plated armour, a member of the clan simply adorns their current wear with a red tapestry of Far Eastern textiles.</font>
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Unlike those more notable groups such as the Fuma, Iga, or Nagae clans, the Kenesa Clan does not adopt an official uniform for itself. Instead the clan embraces its grassroots origins by making do with one's current possessions. So whether it be cloth, leather, or even plated armour, a member of the clan simply pins their clan sigil to their current wear.</font>
  
 
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   <li><b><font style="color: #000000;">'''Hide in plain sight.'''</font></b> "Dancin' the ol' Shadow Jig's best done without an audience, 'cos the stabbers'll come out after the clappin' stops."</li>
 
   <li><b><font style="color: #000000;">'''Hide in plain sight.'''</font></b> "Dancin' the ol' Shadow Jig's best done without an audience, 'cos the stabbers'll come out after the clappin' stops."</li>
   <li><b><font style="color: #000000;">'''Conceal your intentions.'''</font></b> "Unless the other coves are honest gentlemen, either shut yer' trap or start talkin' gibberish."</li>
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   <li><b><font style="color: #000000;">'''Conceal your intentions.'''</font></b> "Unless they're honest gentlemen, either shut yer' trap or start talkin' gibberish quicksmart."</li>
   <li><b><font style="color: #000000;">'''Trust your instincts.'''</font></b> "All that sick sloshin' around yer' gut's actually a blessin' in disguise. That or ye ate somethin' queer."</li>
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   <li><b><font style="color: #000000;">'''Trust your instincts.'''</font></b> "All that sick sloshin' around yer' gut's actually a blessin' in disguise. Or ya ate somethin' queer, I don't bloody know."</li>
   <li><b><font style="color: #000000;">'''Strike the shepherd.'''</font></b> "Havin' a nice chat with a racket's top dog usually makes 'is gulls scatter...err, emphasis on usually."</li>
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   <li><b><font style="color: #000000;">'''Strike the shepherd.'''</font></b> "Havin' a nice chat with a racket's top boss usually makes 'is gulls scatter...err, emphasis on usually."</li>
 
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   <li><font style="color: #000000;">Anaguma Kenesa, ''First Lord''</font></li>
 
   <li><font style="color: #000000;">Anaguma Kenesa, ''First Lord''</font></li>
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   <li><font style="color: #000000;">Genevieve Kenesa</font></li>
 
   <li><font style="color: #000000;">Genevieve Kenesa</font></li>
 
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'''Note:''' ''In addition to the core NIN job skills, Anaguma has developed his own ninjutsu over the years with the assistance of his soul crystal.''
 
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A red sphere of unaspected aether, similar in form and function to both a [https://naruto.fandom.com/wiki/Rasengan Rasengan] and [https://dragonball.fandom.com/wiki/Spirit_Ball Spirit Ball.]</div>
 
A red sphere of unaspected aether, similar in form and function to both a [https://naruto.fandom.com/wiki/Rasengan Rasengan] and [https://dragonball.fandom.com/wiki/Spirit_Ball Spirit Ball.]</div>
 
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<div style="color: #000; text-shadow: 0px 0px 0px white; letter-spacing: 0em; text-align: justify; height:40px;">'''Otonabe Kihakusen ''' (lit. ''Ancestor's Spirit Flash'')<br>
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A risky fusion of the [https://ffxiv.consolegameswiki.com/wiki/Huton Huton] and [https://ffxiv.gamerescape.com/wiki/Second_Wind Second Wind] techniques, to reinvigorate oneself and enhance their reflexes.</div>
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A fusion of [https://ffxiv.gamerescape.com/wiki/Katon Katon] and [https://ffxiv.gamerescape.com/wiki/Suiton Suiton] that creates a searing curtain of water vapour for use of greater effect to escape or deter.</div>
 
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<div style="color: #000; text-shadow: 0px 0px 0px white; letter-spacing: 0em; text-align: justify; height:40px;">'''Mizu Gumo Dōsa''' (lit. ''Water Spider Behaviour'')<br>
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<div style="color: #000; text-shadow: 0px 0px 0px white; letter-spacing: 0em; text-align: justify; height:40px;">'''Mizugumo Dōsa''' (lit. ''Water Spider Movements'')<br>
An escape tool, Anaguma can quickly stride across bodies of water as if they were solid ground, like a water spider. </div>
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Inspired from the [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mizugumo Mizugumo.] Anaguma can quickly stride across bodies of water as if they were solid ground, like a water spider. </div>
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<div style="float:left; line-height:40px; margin-right:2px; width:40px; height:40px; background-color: #EFEFEF;"><center>[[File:Second_Wind_red.png|x40px|Otonabe Kihakusen|frameless]]</center></div><div style="float:left; line-height:40px; margin-right:2px; width:40px; height:40px; background-color: #EFEFEF;"><center>[[File:Duality.png|x40px|Kage Sanmiitaiken|frameless]]</center></div><div style="float:left; line-height:40px; margin-right:15px; width:40px; height:40px; background-color: #EFEFEF;"><center>[[File:Bhavacakra.png|x40px|Jonetsudan|frameless]]</center></div>
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An all-or-nothing triple manoeuvre of ninjutsu coming together in a single, overwhelming attack.</div>
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A desperate and overwhelming exertion of '''Jōkiton, Kage Sanmiittaiken,''' and '''Rokudo Kihakudan''' ninjutsu to end the fight.</div>
 
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'''Note:''' ''Anaguma's life is a smaller, unintrusive story that takes place within, and references the larger events of the Final Fantasy XIV canon.''
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'''Note:''' ''Anaguma's story is a smaller, unintrusive story that ties in, and references the larger events of the Final Fantasy XIV canon.''
 
<div style="margin: 10px; padding: 0px 0px; background: #bc2727; border: 1px solid black; font-size:16px; color:#ffffff; font-family:Trebuchet MS; text-shadow: 1px 1px 1px black; letter-spacing:0.25em; font-variant: small-caps;"><center>'''yanxia: prologue'''</center></div>
 
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When Garlemald came to Yanxia, they once more turned to proven strategy and relied upon the supremacy of their airships to achieve a swift and decisive victory. Rather than reinforcing their castles and strongholds, however, Kaien concentrated his forces along the Dairyu Moon Gates, and from their towering walls the Domans utilised a combination of geomancy and ninjutsu to disrupt the aetherial currents and send imperial airships crashing to the earth. Those who attempted to secure a foothold by land were met with fierce resistance from a people united, as well as - if the tales are to be believed - guardian spirits known as auspices.
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Yet even this most spirited defence could not hope to prevail against the full might of Garlemald. Despite repelling the first wave, the Empire simply redoubled its efforts. More and more airships were despatched to Yanxia, some even towing floating islands from Dalmasca which had been repurposed as aerial fortresses. Castrum Fluminis was built overnight in an attempt to secure a foothold in the region, and from there the imperial mounted a renewed assault by land and air to force Doma into submission. - ''Encyclopedia Eorzea vol. II''
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Malcom van Adrastus, ''The Inescapable'', Legatus of the Vth legion, holds an emergency meeting with his inner circle on how to best proceed...
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“Lord Adrastus, despite this recent setback I retain the utmost confidence that a second aerial offensive is our best option.” professed Ignatius sas Corvina. A Tribunus Angusticlavius of dark features, pale skin, and a rather protrusive nose. “The enemy remains within these so-called Moon Gates, and our experts on the Othardian arts are certain the resources required for such further sorcery are now unequivocally expunged.”
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“Your ''utmost'' confidence, Corvina? It seems an aerial invasion is your solution to everything,” said Adrastus, narrowing his eyes. A much older man, with wavy snow white hair and a short beard. Malcom had been involved with the Eastern campaign since he was a young man and had since risen to the esteemed rank of Legatus.
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“Y-Yes, my lord,” said Corvina, his tone with a hint of uncertainty. “We still possess the unrivaled munitions and manpower that will bring a swift and resolute end to this overlong campaign. A fitting epilogue for the decades-long service of Legatus Malcom van Adrastus.”
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“Flattery will get you nowhere, I have a habit of ignoring those who kiss the rear of their superiors.” scolded the Legatus before turning to his assembled officers, “If there are any more suggestions, please step forward.”
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Corvina scrunched his face as a young officer approached the table, offering a salute. The man was tall, with short blonde hair and a forehead gem to match. His eyes however, were pure ice that if looked into, suggested they concealed a fire beneath. “If I may, my Lord? I am Atticus rem Ferrum, Primus Pilus.”
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The Legatus nodded in acknowledgement, indicating Atticus to continue.
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“Without proper support, Tribunus Corvina’s strategy is rife with incompetence and is guaranteed to suffer the same result as the initial invasion. The--”
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“Did you pay no heed to ''any'' of my words? My record with aerial assaults is no less than exemplary!” Corvina interjected, before turning to Adrastus, “Have Ferrum removed and court-martialed for impertinence against a superior!”
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“Denied,” Adrastus spat back at Corvina before turning back to Atticus, “Please continue.”
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“Thank you, my lord.” Atticus nods, and begins his address. “The enemy has sequestered themselves within walls that are over four-hundred fulm in height, and no matter what Corvina’s supposed experts say...” Atticus turns to the man, “...cannot be approached or moreover, crossed without unacceptable losses. Furthermore the only other method is directly upriver which will likely yield the same result. Even if we penetrated their defences, we haven’t the slightest clue of what awaits us within that den of tricksters and sorcerers.”
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“So ''what'' do you suggest?” Corvina seethed through clenched teeth.
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Atticus smirks, enjoying the free pass to annoy a superior. “My first inclination was simple use of attrition. We bolster our perimeter and simply wait for their provisions to dwindle and their eventual surrender.”
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Several of the gathered officers nodded in agreement, the use of attrition was a proven strategy and had been the deciding factor in several historical engagements. However it was often regarded as taboo and a last resort, its use all but confirmed the ineffectiveness of imperial might and magitek.
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“But this predicament is not simple,” Atticus continued. “As I stated, this is a den of tricksters and sorcerers of whom firstly, are cornered, and secondly, whose situation is increasingly desperate. I have little doubt they are able to quietly abandon their post without our knowledge. Should the enemy reach this conclusion... ”
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“...Then we will be fighting this war for an even further twenty-five years,” Adrastus says, finishing his sentence. “I intend to retire soon so make your point, Atticus.”
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“The Fluminis Contingency, my Lord. I propose that you authorise the construction of a castrum in the Glittering Basin.” Atticus stated.
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Eccentrism had little place in imperial doctrine and it showed as Adrastus observed the room, now abuzz with the whisperings of the gathered parties. To establish a castrum, the first of its kind on the continent, during the final days of a twenty-five year campaign, and in full view of the enemy? It was unheard of.
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“How is a castrum a solution?” Corvina asked cynically, over the cacophony of voices.
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“The castrum serves two purposes, it is both our spearhead and a baited trap. We make use of the outlying villages as hard labour and only moderately defend the site,” Atticus announced over the room, quickly silencing the conversation. “Any plans for the enemy to abandon Doma will be stymied as they are honorbound to attempt a rescue of their countrymen. We are utilising a facet of their own culture to their detriment.”
  
Since 1528 of the Sixth Astral Era the Garlean warmachine had swept across the eastern continent of Hydaelyn, twenty-four years of subjugation to most, and utter obliteration to defiant. It was now that the Empire stood at the crux of total conquest of Othard, and their final target now lay before them across the One River; Doma itself.
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“Like moths to flame,” pondered Adrastus, stroking his beard. “And no doubt such a rescue effort will be attempted by their clans of trickster shadows. This presents a unique opportunity to draw them out and more easily eliminate them…”
  
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The room fell silent as the assembly watched their Legatus. “M-My Lord..?” Corvina asked quietly.
  
Invading from Doma's west, the Empire swiftly called upon the might of their aerial division to cross threshold of the Dairyu Moon Gates. Dozens of magitek juggernauts approached the city-state from on high, ready to land hundreds of ground forces behind enemy lines. But one after the other all craft that approached plummeted from the sky and into the Glittering Basin, now littered with the corpses of soldiers and smoldering wreckage. Imperial command scrambled upon witnessing their devastating losses, but none could properly determine the causality with little more than the final panicked communications of the doomed craft.  
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Adrastus suddenly stands from his seat and dons his headdress, '''"Corvina, have your airships on standby. We proceed with the Fluminis Contingency, I want that castrum constructed post-haste!”''' announced Adrastus, his voice augmented from the internal magitek. '''“Victory be swift!'''” he saluted.
  
Unbeknownst to their foe was a collaborative effort of Doma’s geomancers and shinobi, having supplanted themselves along the length of the Moon Gates. Their consecutive application of ninjutsu and geomancy disrupted the local aether currents, immediately ceasing the sustained flight of all approaching craft.
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“And inescapable!” the assembly echoed, all returning the salute. The men donned their helmets and hastily exited the room to carry out the order.
With the airborne invasion deemed an embarrassment, imperial forces were quick to commission a new forward base in Yanxia; Castrum Fluminis, the Empire's new spearhead into the city-state. All celebration within Doma quickly fell silent, as their sentries spotted the concerted construction works across the One River. It was but a matter of time before they found themselves at the mercy of Garlemald, and they had not the manpower for open conflict. It had now become a war of attrition.
 
  
Garlemald, anticipating an opportunistic retaliation from their foe, despatched several manipuli to the surrounding settlements around the Fluminis site. Some malms to the west the riverside hamlet of Ashi would awake to an imperial force one-hundred men strong, and under the command of Atticus quo Ferrum.  
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'''“Ferrum, a moment,”''' Adrastus calls out, beckoning Atticus over.
  
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'''“My Lord?”''' the man turns and salutes, his voice also enhanced.
  
A young centurio at the time, Atticus was the firstborn of four children to Magnus fae Ferrum, a Garlean praefectus whose estate saw exponential growth upon his discovery of underground ceruleum aquifers. Magnus successfully privatised the resource and his family saw a grant of noble status, which Atticus promptly seized in order to marry Aeliana Soranus, and bore him a daughter named '''[[Aurelia Ferrum|Aurelia]]''' two years prior.
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'''“If this plan is a success and we conquer the Eastern continent as a result, I will see to it that you are immediately promoted to Tribunus Angusticlavius. Your family line is rather promising, so do not fail.”'''
  
Ruthless and efficient, Atticus was the model officer in the eyes of his superiors, however the young man's decorum deviated when their gaze was averted. Prone to complacent behaviour once comfortable with his station, his breaches of military conduct could vary from mild transgressions to matters far more serious. Soldiers whispered of him abducting the local women to his quarters and in Ashi was this no different, Atticus had taken a liking a fisherwoman named Homura Kenesa...
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Even with a helmet on, Atticus’ posture reflected his shocked expression. '''“I will not fail, my Lord.”'''
  
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'''“Excellent. Dismissed.”'''
  
Learning of the hostage situations in Yanxia, it was clear their foe was playing on their honour and goading them into action, and meanwhile the construction of Castrum Fluminis could be seen progressing exceedingly quickly. It was known to be a matter of time Doma be forced to surrender, and the shinobi clans would attempt to evacuate those still held in Yanxia to more peaceful lands. Any seaworthy vessels were quietly moored at the One River delta, provisioned and ready for evacuation.  
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The two men saluted and parted ways. Doma would be forced into imperial submission.
  
The last ditch effort for Doma’s people had truly begun, and Garlemald knew they would be coming.
 
 
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After establishing a beachhead on the One River, imperial forces were reinforced by massive airships used to secure floating isles as part of a multi-pronged attack. With the support of the hastily constructed Castrum Fluminis, the Empire was poised to bring the Kingdom of Doma to its knees. At first, Lord Kaien and his vassals were determined to drive the Garleans from their lands, but as the invaders brought their airships and armour to bear and losses mounted, it quickly became clear that the defenders were outmatched. - ''Encyclopedia Eorzea vol. II''
  
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! <div style="font-family:Trebuchet MS; font-size:14px; font-variant:small-caps; text-align: left;">'''[[Tempest Fey|Theresa Kenesa]],''' ''The White Witch (Estranged).'' <font style="color:#00CED1;" size="3">⚭</font> <font style="color:#F02311;" size="3">♥</font> <font style="color:#6b6e72;" size="3">●</font></div>
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! <div style="font-family:Trebuchet MS; font-size:14px; font-variant:small-caps; text-align: left;">'''[[Tempest Fey|Theresa Kenesa]],''' ''The White Witch.'' <font style="color:#00CED1;" size="3">⚭</font> <font style="color:#F02311;" size="3">♥</font> <font style="color:#6b6e72;" size="3">●</font></div>
 
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| [[File:tempy.jpg|left]] ''Theresa "Tessa" Marie Kells'' is quite literally an otherworldly woman and an unlikely spouse for Anaguma. Like most of their free company at the time, he had despised her but now finds her absence difficult to accept. The nature of their personalities spiral their relationship out of control at times, but they persevered. Leaving their daughter Genevieve with her father, she has left the warm waters of Limsa Lominsa for Ishgard's frozen towers. He has not heard from his wife, but seems to catch glimpses of her around Limsa Lominsa's Aetheryte plaza...
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| [[File:tempy.jpg|left]] ''Theresa "Tempest" Marie Kells'' is quite literally an otherworldly woman and an unlikely spouse for Anaguma, utterly despising her at one point. The nature of their personalities would spiral their relationship out of control at times, but they persevered. Leaving their daughter Genevieve with her father, she left for Ishgard in pursuit of some personal matter. He has not heard from his wife since, and her absence is difficult for him to accept.
 
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! <div style="font-family:Trebuchet MS; font-size:14px; font-variant:small-caps; text-align: left;">'''[[Aurelia Ferrum|Aurelia quo Ferrum]],''' ''Half Sister.'' <font style="color:#C24640;" size="3">⚔</font> <font style="color:#d63d17;" size="3">●</font></div>
 
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| [[File:aurelialodestone.jpg|left]] The only legitimate child of Atticus and the commanding officer of her family's private [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Penal_military_unit "military"]. Having only met her younger brother once, she feels incredibly slighted that her father favours a scornful, illegitimate bastard child like Anaguma rather than his own daughter.
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| [[File:aurelialodestone.jpg|left]] The only legitimate child of Atticus and the commanding officer of her family's private [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Penal_military_unit "military"]. Having only met her younger brother once, she feels incredibly slighted that her father seems to favour a scornful, wayward, illegitimate, improperly-speaking bastard child rather than his own daughter.
 
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! <div style="font-family:Trebuchet MS; font-size:14px; font-variant:small-caps; text-align: left;">'''NPC: Genevieve Ephiny Kenesa,''' ''Little Starling.'' <font style="color:#54b5eb;" size="3">♡</font> <font style="color:#87cc35;" size="3">●</font></div>
 
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| [[File:VrUnknown.png|left]] "Eva" is the daughter of Anaguma and Theresa, inheriting her father's crystal blue eyes, and her mother's vibrant blonde hair. The nature of her birth hints she may be gifted, though Anaguma's priority is to raise her as a normal child. She is too young to understand, but her father does everything he can to ensure she never feels neglected, as he once was.
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| [[File:VrUnknown.png|left]] "Evey" is the daughter of Anaguma and Theresa, inheriting her father's crystal blue eyes, and her mother's bright blonde hair. The nature of her birth hints she may be gifted, though Anaguma's priority is to raise her as a normal child. She is too young to understand, but her father does everything he can to ensure she never feels neglected, as he once was.
 
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! <div style="font-family:Trebuchet MS; font-size:14px; font-variant:small-caps; text-align: left;">'''Lotsutsu Lotsu,''' ''"Lottie" or "Lotsa"'' <font style="color:#CD950C;" size="2">✔</font> <font style="color:#87cc35;" size="3">●</font></div>
 
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''You find yourself in a small, dark room. You feel pressed against what feels to be rolls of fabric? No, not exactly a room, a linen closet maybe?''
 
 
''You're not alone, either. It's hard to see, but there is someone with you. Crystal blue irises stand out in the darkness, and what seems like a bright head of hair. Anaguma, it has to be, but...smaller and blonder than before? Younger.''
 
 
''Muffled voices can be heard from the outside. Young Anaguma seems to have an ear against to what must be the door, eavesdropping. You attempt to position yourself comfortably in the crowded space and listen in as well. Two men are arguing.''
 
 
"...can't be serious, Soujirou."
 
 
"'Tis my decision to make. I am its guardian."
 
 
"'''His''' guardian. But we, myself included, are his servants. I will support whatever your decision may be, but '''they''' will not."
 
 
"Then what would you have me do, Tanzan? No matter the outcome, I would invite dishonour upon myself."
 
 
''You hear an audible sigh.'' "Kazuma..."
 
 
"...is a very studious boy, yes." ''The man named Soujirou finishing Tanzan's sentence.'' "He would grow to be the embodiment of a shinobi's ideals should he continue on his path. But Otonabe does not call to Kazuma, Tanzan. It--'''he''' calls to Anaguma. To bestow Otonabe to Kazuma dishonours him and the memory of my clan and master. Should he go to Anaguma...'tis an insult to you, Kazuma, Nodoka, Hiro, Matsuba--everyone."
 
 
''Deafening silence everywhere. Anaguma fidgets uncomfortably beside you. The room seems to sway gently, and you hear the sound of wood creaking. Could you be on a boat?''
 
 
"We both love Anaguma like he were our own but...why does ancestor Otonabe call to a Garlean boy?"
 
 
"...I know not why."
 
 
"Hm. I am no onmyoji but there are stories of bonds between men and kami, surely you've heard them. Perhaps having him remain in Kazuma's presence may create such a bond? You would dishonour no one should your ancestor simply change his mind."
 
 
"Perhaps. I will meditate on the matter..." ''You hear a chair creak along the floorboards'' "...but we will speak of this another time, the boys have their next lesson shortly."
 
 
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<div align=justify><font style="color: #000; letter-spacing: 0em;">■ <font style="color: #000000;">'''Other Characters:'''</font> [[Aurelia Ferrum|Aurelia quo Ferrum]], an imperial noblewoman and Anaguma's estranged sister.</font></div>
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<div align=justify><font style="color: #000; letter-spacing: 0em;">■ <font style="color: #000000;">'''Discord:'''</font> It's Naga#5417
 
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'''Anaguma Kenesa,''' a wisecracking Doman bastard from the Lower Decks of Limsa Lominsa who may be more than meets the eye...
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Anaguma Kenesa
The Renegade
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"I just look after me kith an' kin, understand? I'm nay riskin' me arse every sennight fer more flashy gudgeons runnin' some dumpy bowse racket."
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PRONOUNCIATION: [ɑ:nɑ:gʊmɑ:] [kenesɑ:]

IMPERIAL NAME: Aetius Ferrum [eɪti:ʌs] [ferʌm]

RACE/CLAN: Mongrel (Hybrid of Far Eastern Hyur/Garlean)

AGE: Mid-twenties

HEIGHT: Five fulm and seven ilm

BUILD: Athletic

NAMEDATE: 15th Sun of the 2nd Astral Moon, 1553 (Mar 15)

PATRON DEITY: Llymlaen Icon.png Llymlaen, the Navigator

other information

EPITHET: Anaguma the Renegade

TITLES: Master Ferrum, aan, Lord of the Kenesa Clan

BIRTHPLACE: Aboard a vessel on the Rhotano Sea

NATIONALITY: Limsa Lominsa

FREE COMPANY: The New Dawn (OOC)

MARITAL STATUS: It's complicated

OCCUPATION:  Fisherman/Contractor/Shinobi

ALIGNMENT: True Neutral


Overview
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A former vagabond raising a family, all the while making peace with his past and heritage.
appearance at a glance
Face & Voice Claim
A more realistic interpretation of Anaguma.

Anaguma's face is not inspired by any particular person, the adjacent image was created with the tools available at https://artbreeder.com/ using in-game screenshots as reference materiel. Notably, his natural facial expression implies a look of disapproval, intentional or unintentional, i.e. glaring.

He shares his voice claim with Ardbert, who is voiced by Joe Dempsie. Despite having an identical voice, the difference between them lie with their speech patterns; Anaguma speaks with a grungier Limsa Lominsan dialect and has developed a habitual tenancy of speaking in slang and using improper derivatives. 5.0 SPOILER : Anaguma speaks.

Examples of dialogue:

  • "The light of the fire could be seen for miles."
  • "Ye can spy the glimmer o' glymmer fer malms."

  • "No, there isn't a difference between the two earrings."
  • "Nay, 'tisn't a differential betwixt either o' the lobe latches."

Red Colts Tattoo

In the years preceding the Seventh Umbral Calamity, there existed a gang of male youths in Limsa Lominsa called the Red Colts. Their reputation surmounted to little more than petty thievery and misdemeanours, but the gang was known to other Limsans by their marked faces; a personalisation tattooed in red ink. Anaguma's mark is an ornate dagger and similar in design to his misericordes, the Red Mercies. Most of the gang perished during the Seventh Umbral Calamity, swept away by a great tidal wave. They are survived by their last two members; Anaguma and his friend, Sylbswerd Lydirgybal.

Garlean Traits

As the illegitimate son of Tribunus Angusticlavius Atticus sas Ferrum, Anaguma has inherited some of his family's most notable traits.

  • Crystal blue eyes that reflect Garlemald's landscape. A cold, hard stare that hides a fire beneath.
  • Wisps of bright blonde that peek through the surface of his thick, Eastern brown hair.
  • A voice, when needed, that is capable of projecting at a volume ill-fitting of the typical Midlander.
Clothing
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Tekko (lit. Gauntlets)
Haidate (lit. Thigh Armour)
Sune-Ate (lit. Shin Armour)
Atypical Shinobi Gear
A combination of gear from Eorzea and the Far East. He takes extra care with the Yanxian articles.
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Everyday Wear
A versatile outfit suitable for the typical Eorzean, and whatever their day has in store for them.
Personality
" Just pretend the dummy owes ye a spot o' gil and ye'll bullseye yer stabber every bloody time. Works fer me, at least."

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LIKES

  • Gil and anything valuable.
  • Ocean fishing.
  • Peace and quiet.
  • Rum.

DISLIKES

  • Any form of pushback on his actions or words.
  • Freshwater fishing.
  • Free companies.
  • Qiqirn and/or other rodents.


STRENGTHS

  • Very independent in most situations.
  • Fight or flight, he does both well.
  • Clever and resourceful, yet rather unorthodox.

WEAKNESSES

  • Generally dismissive around unfamiliar people.
  • Often too proud to accept help.
  • Unwilling to try new things, he's a creature of habit.


FEARS

  • Losing his family and his home.
  • An imperial resurgence into Eorzea.
  • Fatally underestimating an opponent.

QUIRKS

  • Anaguma is fluent in Thieves' Cant and incorporates it into his regular speech, in addition to completely fabricating his own language.
  • When heavily intoxicated and Tempest Fey is present, Anaguma will put "the moves" on her as if they've never met before.
  • His ninjutsu, for reasons unknown, emits a petrichor odour. The immediate area will briefly smell like it had just rained.

Combat, skills, & abilities
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Attributes
 
   Strength
   P.Defense
 
   Dexterity
   M.Defense
 
   Martial Prowess
   Intelligence
 
   Magic Affinity
   Luck
   
 


As per the "hide in plain sight" message in his clan tenets, Anaguma will not defer to the shinobi arts in combat unless pushed. He instead approaches his opposition with a more "rough and tumble" attitude, at least initially.

He wields his Red Mercies, a special commission of Naldiq & Vymelli's Misericordes (the Ishgardian word meaning "mercy"), in which he has aptly named. Each misericorde consists of a pair of tempered blades attached to a polished grip, thick enough to parry larger arms yet thin enough to strike through the gaps between armour plates. Via a complex system of gears, the blades can be folded back for storage or concealment. These gears, however, must be oiled regularly lest they jam upon the blades' release. - Encyclopedia Eorzea II, pg. 199

Anaguma is a Jōnin (lit. High Ninja) and has therefore mastered not only the martial techniques, but the art of three-mudra ninjutsu. The advanced abilities he wields deviate significantly from what is available to the Warrior of Light, with far more emphasis on subtlety and elusiveness instead of destruction, for the most part. This divergence in martial ability, but also in his disposition, is what earns him the epithet of Renegade.

He refrains from exercising the use of ninjutsu when working with others, in some respects due to his secretive nature but more importantly the potential ramifications to the party’s cohesion, adding weight to the phrase, “Ninjas work alone.”

equipment
Anaguma will be found to have some, or all of the following items on his person...
Weapons
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Red Mercies
A special set of red Misericordes commissioned at Naldiq & Vymelli's in Limsa Lominsa.
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Throwing Knives (Ninjutsu: Makaze Shuriken (lit. Evil Wind Throwing Blades))
Sheathed in his gauntlets, or enhanced with ninjutsu as a weaker variant of Fuma Shuriken (lit. Demon Wind Throwing Blades).
Utility/Other
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Otonabe's Soul
A mysterious heirloom passed down throughout eras. Said to have first originated from Shinobi-no-Sato roughly three hundred years ago.
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Kemuridama (lit. Smoke Bombs)
A shinobi's escape tools. Anaguma's are made from local La Noscean ingredients; black firesand, sulfur, and saltpeter.
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Thieves' Tools
Anaguma seldom makes use of, but carries a rolled-up canvas pouch of sentimental thieves' tools. They contain the following:
  • Jemmy - a five-ilm crowbar.
  • Kate and her Lucky Charms - a metal file and a set of lockpicks.
  • Gilt Nyppers - a pair of narrow-bladed scissors.
  • Amity's Vanity - a small hand mirror.
  • Rose Water - a small vial of corrosive Vitriol.
The Kenesa Clan
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The sigil of the Kenesa clan, the Ke character of the Doman alphabet.

The Kenesa Clan's history is entirely encompassed within the days before the events of The Battle of Ghimlyt Dark. Anaguma, wounded from an encounter in Ala Mhigo, took shelter within the now ruined Specula Imperatoris to lick his wounds, hidden from the Eorzean Alliance as their supply lines mobilised towards Ghimlyt. Come nightfall and with only a small campfire as company, Anaguma properly acknowledged that his actions had finally reflected his ancestry. The Kenesa Clan began that very night for him and his family, a Ke character scratched onto the metal wall of facility.

The Kenesa Clan is very atypical from what is expected of a standard shinobi clan, namely the absence of a traditional regime. Its motivations lie in acknowledging how other clans operate, but only applying their methods in a complementary manner. The result is an informal clan that, by instinct, only seeks to serves its own interests.


Clan Uniform

Unlike those more notable groups such as the Fuma, Iga, or Nagae clans, the Kenesa Clan does not adopt an official uniform for itself. Instead the clan embraces its grassroots origins by making do with one's current possessions. So whether it be cloth, leather, or even plated armour, a member of the clan simply pins their clan sigil to their current wear.

Clan Sigil

The Kenesa Clan adopts the Ke character of the Doman alphabet. It's often interpreted that the character symbolises a master and student, or given the clan's nature as family orientated, a parent and child. The four red markings flickering around the border represent the clan's four tenets, their use of red adornments, and their four signature ninjutsu.

Clan Tenets
  • Hide in plain sight. "Dancin' the ol' Shadow Jig's best done without an audience, 'cos the stabbers'll come out after the clappin' stops."
  • Conceal your intentions. "Unless they're honest gentlemen, either shut yer' trap or start talkin' gibberish quicksmart."
  • Trust your instincts. "All that sick sloshin' around yer' gut's actually a blessin' in disguise. Or ya ate somethin' queer, I don't bloody know."
  • Strike the shepherd. "Havin' a nice chat with a racket's top boss usually makes 'is gulls scatter...err, emphasis on usually."
Clan Members
  • Anaguma Kenesa, First Lord
  • Tempest Fey
  • Genevieve Kenesa

Kenesa Clan Ninjutsu
The Kenesa Clan has developed its own advanced ninjutsu, in addition to the six elemental ~ton (lit. Release) techniques...
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Rokudo Kihakudan (lit. Six Way Spirit Bullet)
A red sphere of unaspected aether, similar in form and function to both a Rasengan and Spirit Ball.
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Jōkiton (lit. Steam Release)
A fusion of Katon and Suiton that creates a searing curtain of water vapour for use of greater effect to escape or deter.
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Kage Sanmiittaiken (lit. Shadow Trinity Fist)
An iteration of a Bunshin technique. The user summons (generally two) shadow clones to aid them.
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Mizugumo Dōsa (lit. Water Spider Movements)
Inspired from the Mizugumo. Anaguma can quickly stride across bodies of water as if they were solid ground, like a water spider.
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Last Rebellion
A desperate and overwhelming exertion of Jōkiton, Kage Sanmiittaiken, and Rokudo Kihakudan ninjutsu to end the fight.
History

Note: Anaguma's story is a smaller, unintrusive story that ties in, and references the larger events of the Final Fantasy XIV canon.

yanxia: prologue
Year 1552: The Fluminis Contingency
Built into natural rock with openings fashioned in the shape of a full moon, this series of colossal portals regulate traffic upon the One River.

Final Fantasy XIV Lore (Canon)

When Garlemald came to Yanxia, they once more turned to proven strategy and relied upon the supremacy of their airships to achieve a swift and decisive victory. Rather than reinforcing their castles and strongholds, however, Kaien concentrated his forces along the Dairyu Moon Gates, and from their towering walls the Domans utilised a combination of geomancy and ninjutsu to disrupt the aetherial currents and send imperial airships crashing to the earth. Those who attempted to secure a foothold by land were met with fierce resistance from a people united, as well as - if the tales are to be believed - guardian spirits known as auspices.

Yet even this most spirited defence could not hope to prevail against the full might of Garlemald. Despite repelling the first wave, the Empire simply redoubled its efforts. More and more airships were despatched to Yanxia, some even towing floating islands from Dalmasca which had been repurposed as aerial fortresses. Castrum Fluminis was built overnight in an attempt to secure a foothold in the region, and from there the imperial mounted a renewed assault by land and air to force Doma into submission. - Encyclopedia Eorzea vol. II


Character Backstory (Headcanon)

Malcom van Adrastus, The Inescapable, Legatus of the Vth legion, holds an emergency meeting with his inner circle on how to best proceed...

“Lord Adrastus, despite this recent setback I retain the utmost confidence that a second aerial offensive is our best option.” professed Ignatius sas Corvina. A Tribunus Angusticlavius of dark features, pale skin, and a rather protrusive nose. “The enemy remains within these so-called Moon Gates, and our experts on the Othardian arts are certain the resources required for such further sorcery are now unequivocally expunged.”

“Your utmost confidence, Corvina? It seems an aerial invasion is your solution to everything,” said Adrastus, narrowing his eyes. A much older man, with wavy snow white hair and a short beard. Malcom had been involved with the Eastern campaign since he was a young man and had since risen to the esteemed rank of Legatus.

“Y-Yes, my lord,” said Corvina, his tone with a hint of uncertainty. “We still possess the unrivaled munitions and manpower that will bring a swift and resolute end to this overlong campaign. A fitting epilogue for the decades-long service of Legatus Malcom van Adrastus.”

“Flattery will get you nowhere, I have a habit of ignoring those who kiss the rear of their superiors.” scolded the Legatus before turning to his assembled officers, “If there are any more suggestions, please step forward.”

Corvina scrunched his face as a young officer approached the table, offering a salute. The man was tall, with short blonde hair and a forehead gem to match. His eyes however, were pure ice that if looked into, suggested they concealed a fire beneath. “If I may, my Lord? I am Atticus rem Ferrum, Primus Pilus.”

The Legatus nodded in acknowledgement, indicating Atticus to continue.

“Without proper support, Tribunus Corvina’s strategy is rife with incompetence and is guaranteed to suffer the same result as the initial invasion. The--”

“Did you pay no heed to any of my words? My record with aerial assaults is no less than exemplary!” Corvina interjected, before turning to Adrastus, “Have Ferrum removed and court-martialed for impertinence against a superior!”

“Denied,” Adrastus spat back at Corvina before turning back to Atticus, “Please continue.”

“Thank you, my lord.” Atticus nods, and begins his address. “The enemy has sequestered themselves within walls that are over four-hundred fulm in height, and no matter what Corvina’s supposed experts say...” Atticus turns to the man, “...cannot be approached or moreover, crossed without unacceptable losses. Furthermore the only other method is directly upriver which will likely yield the same result. Even if we penetrated their defences, we haven’t the slightest clue of what awaits us within that den of tricksters and sorcerers.”

“So what do you suggest?” Corvina seethed through clenched teeth.

Atticus smirks, enjoying the free pass to annoy a superior. “My first inclination was simple use of attrition. We bolster our perimeter and simply wait for their provisions to dwindle and their eventual surrender.”

Several of the gathered officers nodded in agreement, the use of attrition was a proven strategy and had been the deciding factor in several historical engagements. However it was often regarded as taboo and a last resort, its use all but confirmed the ineffectiveness of imperial might and magitek.

“But this predicament is not simple,” Atticus continued. “As I stated, this is a den of tricksters and sorcerers of whom firstly, are cornered, and secondly, whose situation is increasingly desperate. I have little doubt they are able to quietly abandon their post without our knowledge. Should the enemy reach this conclusion... ”

“...Then we will be fighting this war for an even further twenty-five years,” Adrastus says, finishing his sentence. “I intend to retire soon so make your point, Atticus.”

“The Fluminis Contingency, my Lord. I propose that you authorise the construction of a castrum in the Glittering Basin.” Atticus stated. Eccentrism had little place in imperial doctrine and it showed as Adrastus observed the room, now abuzz with the whisperings of the gathered parties. To establish a castrum, the first of its kind on the continent, during the final days of a twenty-five year campaign, and in full view of the enemy? It was unheard of.

“How is a castrum a solution?” Corvina asked cynically, over the cacophony of voices.

“The castrum serves two purposes, it is both our spearhead and a baited trap. We make use of the outlying villages as hard labour and only moderately defend the site,” Atticus announced over the room, quickly silencing the conversation. “Any plans for the enemy to abandon Doma will be stymied as they are honorbound to attempt a rescue of their countrymen. We are utilising a facet of their own culture to their detriment.”

“Like moths to flame,” pondered Adrastus, stroking his beard. “And no doubt such a rescue effort will be attempted by their clans of trickster shadows. This presents a unique opportunity to draw them out and more easily eliminate them…”

The room fell silent as the assembly watched their Legatus. “M-My Lord..?” Corvina asked quietly.

Adrastus suddenly stands from his seat and dons his headdress, "Corvina, have your airships on standby. We proceed with the Fluminis Contingency, I want that castrum constructed post-haste!” announced Adrastus, his voice augmented from the internal magitek. “Victory be swift!” he saluted.

“And inescapable!” the assembly echoed, all returning the salute. The men donned their helmets and hastily exited the room to carry out the order.

“Ferrum, a moment,” Adrastus calls out, beckoning Atticus over.

“My Lord?” the man turns and salutes, his voice also enhanced.

“If this plan is a success and we conquer the Eastern continent as a result, I will see to it that you are immediately promoted to Tribunus Angusticlavius. Your family line is rather promising, so do not fail.”

Even with a helmet on, Atticus’ posture reflected his shocked expression. “I will not fail, my Lord.”

“Excellent. Dismissed.”

The two men saluted and parted ways. Doma would be forced into imperial submission.

Year 1552: The Battle of Ashi
Established twenty-five years ago as an advance post for the invasion of Doma, the castrum served for a time afterwards as an administrative center for the Imperial occupation. As repairs on Doma Castle progressed, its occupants relocated to the city, abandoning it to nature.

Final Fantasy XIV Lore (Canon)

After establishing a beachhead on the One River, imperial forces were reinforced by massive airships used to secure floating isles as part of a multi-pronged attack. With the support of the hastily constructed Castrum Fluminis, the Empire was poised to bring the Kingdom of Doma to its knees. At first, Lord Kaien and his vassals were determined to drive the Garleans from their lands, but as the invaders brought their airships and armour to bear and losses mounted, it quickly became clear that the defenders were outmatched. - Encyclopedia Eorzea vol. II


Character Backstory (Headcanon)

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la noscea: early life
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Relationships

Family
Friend/Ally
Enemy/Rival
Bonded
In-Love
Romantic Feelings
Physical Attraction
Former lover
Positive standing
Neutral standing
Negative standing
Business
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Deceased


family & relatives
Theresa Kenesa, The White Witch.
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Theresa "Tempest" Marie Kells is quite literally an otherworldly woman and an unlikely spouse for Anaguma, utterly despising her at one point. The nature of their personalities would spiral their relationship out of control at times, but they persevered. Leaving their daughter Genevieve with her father, she left for Ishgard in pursuit of some personal matter. He has not heard from his wife since, and her absence is difficult for him to accept.
Aurelia quo Ferrum, Half Sister.
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The only legitimate child of Atticus and the commanding officer of her family's private "military". Having only met her younger brother once, she feels incredibly slighted that her father seems to favour a scornful, wayward, illegitimate, improperly-speaking bastard child rather than his own daughter.
NPC: Genevieve Ephiny Kenesa, Little Starling.
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"Evey" is the daughter of Anaguma and Theresa, inheriting her father's crystal blue eyes, and her mother's bright blonde hair. The nature of her birth hints she may be gifted, though Anaguma's priority is to raise her as a normal child. She is too young to understand, but her father does everything he can to ensure she never feels neglected, as he once was.
NPC: Atticus sas Ferrum, Father.
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The head of House Ferrum in Garlemald and Anaguma's biological father, his attempts to build rapport with his illegitimate son have been rarely successful. Past rumours in Garlemald's political scene whisper of several other illegitimate children during the Invasion of Doma, however this is hastily dismissed as slander and no such records exist.


friends & adversaries
Marcus Feral, "Captain" or "Feral"
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Ahzra'li Lhomi, "Ahz" or "Lhomi"
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Sephirah Eruafnor, "Seph"
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Lotsutsu Lotsu, "Lottie" or "Lotsa"
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Rumours
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Common Rumours & Quotes

  • "He has the most adorable little girl, she's always smiling!" - A fruit vendor.
  • "If yer in the market fer a haul a' blue octopus, young 'Naguma's yer man. Lad's good at catchin' 'em, and palms 'em off cheaper than other lackwits." - A fishmonger.
  • "I 'member 'im and 'is lot, a gaggle a' Eastern folk all hauled up on boat wunce upon a time. 'Aven't seen the rest of 'em, 'cept 'him...I wunder where they's buggered off to?" - A commoner.
  • "Sir, I understand your concern but we assure you there is nothing to fear from our longshoreman, I imagine his tattoo just hard to remove. If you deem my response as unsatisfactory, please direct your complaint to the front desk." - R'baharra, Mealvaan's Gate.

Rare Rumours & Quotes

  • "Y'know how them types hailin' the Far East all 'ave dark 'air an' dark eyes? Not this one, ain't like the rest. One look from 'im makes me uneasy, reckon 'tis those eyes a' his..." - A purveyor of bowse.
  • "Most amazin' thing I ever seen, well other than what the sky rainin' hellfire some five summers back...Anyroad, was mindin' me business at 'ol taphouse one fine evenin' when out the corner o' me good eye I see a lad start a scrap with a group o' sailors. All o' 'em ended up kissin' the 'ardwood floor, lad cleaned 'em up right good." - Another purveyor of bowse.

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What Makes a Good Man?
Artist: The Heavy
Context: Character theme

Out of Character Information
plot hooks
Anaguma can only be encountered in specific areas of Vylbrand with his usual hotspots being Limsa Lominsa, Aleport, The Moraby Drydocks, and the La Noscean regions between them. Potential gateways for an RP scenario include but are not limited to:
Common Plot Hooks
Mealvaan's Gate Anaguma is often hired by the Arcanists Guild to act as a labourer to load/unload the ships that go to and from the city-state. Your character could be a sailor, a fellow employee, an arcanist, or simply a bystander.
The Lower Decks The dagger tattoo on Anaguma's cheek represents the mark of the Red Colts, a pre-Calamity Lower Decks gang consisting of roughly a dozen teenagers, their claim to fame being loitering and petty theft. Anaguma often haunts Fisherman's Bottom, or is among the crowds of Hawker's Alley.
Uncommon Plot Hooks
The Far East With his ice blue eyes and brown-blonde hair, Anaguma's name is the only thing that insinuates he has Far Eastern ancestry. However certain characters may recognise the subtle tells that may give away his identity as shinobi.
Rare Plot Hooks
Garlemald A communication from Garlemald has been broadcast to all imperial forces currently stationed in Aldenard and Vylbrand, from a Tribunis Angusticlavius Atticus sas Ferrum. Anaguma Kenesa; mid-twenties, five and seven tall, blue eyes, brown-blonde hair, dagger tattoo...is to be apprehended and submitted to the closest Castrum in proximity to his whereabouts for immediate extradition to the Capital.


important notes for prospective partners
I follow a strict code of conduct in my roleplaying. I feel it's important that interactions need to be concise and consistent between participants to ensure everyone has an enjoyable experience.
About Me
Other Characters: Aurelia quo Ferrum, an imperial noblewoman and Anaguma's estranged sister.
Timezone: GMT+10:00 Australian Eastern Standard Time.
Discord: It's Naga#5417

■ Active contributor within the Final Fantasy XIV x Dungeons & Dragons 5th edition Project.

Lore Adherence

I am very strict on established lore, but if there are grey areas or plausible scenarios I encourage your own head canon. Characters need to feel like they belong in the world together, and so I believe the established canon is what binds our characters together more than roleplay itself. My knowledge on canon isn't perfect, and I'm happy to correct and be corrected.

Combat

My characters can fight and do so expertly in their respective disciplines. When faced with another combat-capable opponent, I will follow the honour system of dice rolling. If faced against a novice, I reserve my right to dictate the outcome of the encounter. I expect a measure of common sense during fights, so any "special moves" or limit break abilities are at a GM's discretion, used sparingly to avoid depreciation, and only if they fit the situation. In terms of power they are scaled to be believable e.g. Anaguma's signature Rokudo Kihakudan will not blow through a blast door made of cermet, try as he might.

Creative Standards
Anaguma is a character built to fit any roleplay style, but a realistic setting is always preferred over fantasy.
I like to read other wiki pages and Carrd profiles, and prefer to roleplay with those that have them.
I will not roleplay with inorganic characters, meaning anyone who or owns something that reasonably couldn't/shouldn't exist.
Dialogue is my strength, so my interactions are generally brief. I make use of proper grammar and I expect the same in return.
Acceptable Themes

I'm good for most dark themes, and I rarely take offense to anything. But I ask that we discuss the following if a scenario were to present them.

Disfigurement: It depends on where and what the disfigurement is, but it's likely to be No anyway.
Character death: That's up to me, but my characters generally aren't enthusiastic about risking their lives anyway.
Appropriation: Without my consent, appropriating or outright copying my characters unique concepts for yourself.
Minors: The only real line I draw when it comes to dark themes. Don't bring children into that sort of thing.


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Anaguma Kenesa, a wisecracking Doman bastard from the Lower Decks of Limsa Lominsa who may be more than meets the eye...