User:IronVindication

"I set down my lance, symbol of duty. I spurn those whom I love.

I relinquish all, and take up the tools of my quest. No obstacle will stand before me. No plea for help shall find me wanting. No moon will look upon me twice lest I be judged idle. I give my body, heart and soul, to the Lady whom I seek.”

― Basile’s Vow, said upon going Errant

[edit] General Appearance Personality History Combat Relationships Rumors Music Visuals OOC Notes Credit . . BASIC INFORMATION ♥ PRONUNCIATION: Bah-SEAL. ♥ NICKNAMES: Basil. ♥ RACE & CLAN: Hyur, Half-Midlander, Half-Highlander. ♥ GENDER: Male. ♥ AGE: Twenty and Nine Springs Old. ♥ NAMEDAY: 25th Sun of the 2nd Astral Moon. ♥ HEIGHT & WEIGHT: 6 Fulms, 195 Ponze. ♥ ORIENTATION: Straight. OTHER STATISTICS ♥ BIRTHPLACE: City State of Ishgard, Pillars. ♥ RESIDENCE: Feurieux Estate, Coerthas. ♥ HERALDRY: Griffin Segreant Quarterly on an Azure and Gules (red) tincture. ♥ OCCUPATION: Noble Knight, Landed. ♥ PATRON DEITY: Halone, the Fury. ♥ ALIGNMENT: Lawful Neutral, Chivalrous. ♥ MARITAL STATUS: Single (Non-Married). ♥ MOUNT: Zephyros, Tamed Griffin.. ♥ WARFARE: Mounted, Flying Cavalry, Longsword Infantry. When one seeks to imagine a Noble Knight, clad in impressive plate and steadfast in his path for glory, they would do quite well to picture one certain Hyur: Ser Basile Feurieux, Lord of the now-diminished Feurieux family, mimics this exact illustration. Whether gandering him atop a great Griffin, patrolling the border of his lands, charging through the flank of a great army, or slaying great beasts throughout the realm of Eorzea or, perhaps, abroad, it is not odd for one to see this Knight with lance or sword within grasp. Here ye, then, to the story and background of this warrior, for it is he who, if his ire is contracted, you may find either thrusting lance for you--or even more fiercely, against you. Eyes Hair Skin Body Type Voice Steel Grey. Chestnut Brown. Tan. Muscular. Mixture of High and Low pitched, medium. Laterality Scars Tattoos & Piercings Style Right-handed. Scar on his right cheek, various chest scars. None. Full armor or formal dress. Chivalry gave the man naught for good features and dashing looks. Though the two have little connection, Basile’s structures show the completed blossoming of youth mixed with the development of one in their second decade of life. One does not mistake Basile for a young boy, however. His face, featuring developed (hardly perfect) lines of maturity, could certainly be considered handsome. The man stood tall for a Midlander, armor demanding attention that is certainly deserved. Though not terribly extravagant, his armor effortlessly creates an impending figure that provides impressively protective qualities. Each piece of plate was an anodized azure blue, from breastplate to sabaton, from tasset to vambrace, and from pauldron to gauntlet. Although, the armor was not perfect. Each piece displayed a certain degree of hard use in both practice and battle. However, Basile ensured that the outer plate was repaired and kept to top shape. Beneath the thick coating of leather strapped plate was a thin layer, though strong, of complex, metal-linked chainmail. The whole multilevel of shell allowed for Basile to have the protection that a Knight required. His sword, a steel-grey length of steel topped by an jagged hilt and cross guard, is an expensive tool for destruction. Holding the bottom of the sword together, the pommel features a curved shape, featuring a sharp edge that can be used seamlessly as a cutting utensil if required. Forged in the hot embers of Ishgard's forges, the blade holds a strong edge that begs to slice through the nearest object of desire. Honorable. Brash. Chivalrous. Born in the land of chivalry and knightly virtue, Ishgard encourages much in the behavior of its Noble Knights. Basile, however, is a shining example of this. The definition of chivalry, Basile exhibits piety, courage, and honor in his actions. Whether in expelling the great enemies of the Theocracy, fighting knaves or wyverns in the northern reaches of his demesne, or stunning enemies in tournament, this Knight focuses on the glory of great Deeds of Arms. His code and upbringing, however, have a tendency to affect those beneath him in station. Whether seen as occasionally pompous, severe, or whether they are affected by his ideals directly, many do not appreciate the ideals that Basile holds dear. Continuously, however, Basile proves steadfast in his adherence to the great Code of Chivalry. To define the personality of a man who implements a great mixture of aspects towards different ends would be quite difficult. This paragraph, however, shall attempt to do so. Yet depending on the chosen impetus of a certain individual, their disposition, and their stance as friend or enemy, Basile’s emotions are likely to swivel upon a fence. To those unworthy, Basile Feurieux makes quick work. A man of little hesitation, often combining a mixture of glorious verbose and swift action into play, Basile is quite invigorated with those who choose to become his enemy. To friends, this Ishgardian makes a steadfast and honorable companion. Always willing to put sword towards the protection of those worthy, Basile’s friendly disposition is quite interesting. Often attempting to implement wit and light-hearted discussion when appropriate, this Noble Knight can often be found in less serious moods when in less serious environments.. Depending on who he is with. Tropes: Badass Longcoat LIKES Chivalrous Combat. Nothing pleases Basile Feurieux more than the field of battle, charging into the fray as he makes renown of himself through great Deeds of Arms. Whiskey and Brandy. Both of these liquorous drinks are Basile’s favorite, and he will often request them. Piety. Belief in the Fury as the main divine of Hydaelyn drives Basile to do many acts in her name. Although he is hardly a zealot, he is intensely religious. DISLIKES Deception and Deceit ‘Knaves in the simplest of terms, those who cheat their way to victory only have a place at the end of Basile’s sword. Despite his decisive hatred for it, he looks for it at every possible corner, whether in battle, tournament, or passive life, to oust its torcherous flame. Heretics. Not far from the top on the list of dislikes, heretics that defy Ishgard or seek to destroy it are most definitely enemies of Basile. Try, for instance, his father. Impaled by a longsword, Basile did not hesitate as he struck heretical, plotting father to save his sister’s life and clear his name. Desert Climate Hardly a place for true, chivalrous combat, the desert is an inhospitable place for Basile. Though he hardly cowers from it, he will likely express disdain. STRENGTHS Tilting and Jousting, Flying Cavalry. Basile grew up on the saddle of a chocobo, and upon discovering his ancient heritage, set to perfecting the art even further. It was not long after he discovered this that he set to taming a great Griffin. Honor and Honesty.These traits will often be found in Basile above many else, as an honest, yet decisive and skillful personality is far beyond that of one of the opposite. Writer. An odd trait for a Knight bed for war, Basile often writes short stories whenever he has time. Similarly, he transcribes manuscripts and the like. WEAKNESSES Chivalry or Naught Else. Although he does not always voice it, Basile is very aware of the virtue of those around him.Though upbringing does not always signify prowess, Basile’s outlook on the peasantry often suffers due to romantic thought about warfare. Emotional. Whether easily-angered, upset, or made depressed, Basile often takes time to get over nuances that affect his thought. Pessimistic. Rather often looking first at the poor side of an issue rather than the positive, Basile can be seen as pessimistic at the least. This is a list of the items that Basile currently is keeping on her. Feel free to use this information if it comes up logically in the course of RP, such as pickpocketing, a search, etc. Last Updated: 3/27/2017. Coinpurse: Often carrying a decent amount of gil. Sword: The Sword of Feurieux is often on his person. Journal or Manuscripts: If one were to read them, they would be rather intrigued. Reliquary Necklace: Passed down generations since the Griffin Riders of old, this reliquary houses.. Who knows what? Knowing Ishgardians, it could be a finger, tooth, or any other vestige. Heraldic Standard: Most often kept on a saddle, this flag mimics his tabard, which displays the heraldic colors and crest of Feurieux. History The History of House Feurieux has proved a muddled, yet exceedingly dramatic period. Although the family was always assumed to have descended from Hyuran refugees as most had long ago, the truth was recently exposed to be much more complicated. A general overview of the House Feurieux chronologically, yet none of such information should be used ICly without having been a part of the events or having been told of them by Basile or someone else. Much of the early lineage of Basile's family is developed in the Feurieux Codex, yet a short explanation is required. Many years ago, in the prosperous nation of Ala Mhigo, there were Griffin riders. Not simply riders, but warriors. Griffin Riders were the most impressive aspect of their military, a force truly to be reckoned with. The Griffinheart family produced long generations of these glorious warriors who dominated the sky. And yet, in 1469, the nation of Ala Mhigo lost the Autumn War against Gridania. This loss proved disastrous, causing many to leave in search of a new home. Rodahn Griffinheart, the son of Mordaun, who died during the conflict along with the greatest leaders of Ala Mhigo, fled at the age of sixteen. He found a place in Isghard. Despite years of hardship, he worked his way to a livelihood, changed his name, and married an Isghardian noble Midlander. The offspring of such an elopement was Darion Feurieux. Darion Feurieux, who developed to look less Highlander and more Midlander, sowed the seeds of disaster. Darion joined the Inquisition, an organization which hardened him and darkened his soul. Any such hope of following in his father's glorious footsteps proved futile. Instead, Darion damned the family and its descendants. He meddled in the blood of heresy, planning with a Menideal family member (of which the Feurieux family served under) to implement a genetic curse that would later destroy Ishgard. Esther Feurieux, the next descendant son, proved a pawn to his father's scheme. From the start, Esther's wife was forced upon him and he was to follow his father's judgement. Darion forced Esther to bed the Lady Mirae Menideal, the family of which the Feurieuxs were a vassal) solidifying the cursed bloodline and strengthening it. And yet, Basile proved too dark-skinned and hardly Elezen at all. Lady Mirae feigned miscarriage, while Basile was sent to be raised with Esther and his thrall wife. Spending many of his young years training in Knighthood, he found himself frequently immersed amongst men and women of noble birth. This diffused onto him to a certain extent, but the grounded nature of his hereditary family kept him away from the consuming nature of nobility. Part of the reason why he stayed somewhat earthly was his sister. Annaria Feurieux, only a few years younger than the eldest Basile, always managed to keep the boy in a generally lighthearted emotional state. They shared some things together, such as Annaria’s love for higher fashion. She respected the etiquette of dress to such an extent that it seemed to rub off on the young Basile. This influence is the reason why Basile is often good at dressing formally. When older, Annaria took up work as a seamstress, thus making clothing as a profession which had been passed down from their mother. Basile, though, was pushed into a vastly different line of work. At age nine, he was sent to be a servant under the House Menideal quartermaster. This man was a warrior, one of strict rules and honed martial prowess. He performed general tasks for the man, such as cleaning requisitioned armor and weapons. This, in turn, is a decent reason why Basile keeps good care of his belongings, more specifically his armaments. At age thirteen, Basile was sent to train under the Knight-Captain of House Menideal. He trained alongside many of the young Menideal noble boys. One named Jerace Menideal would later be his oathkeeper. Basile had a generally good relationship with Jerace, who kept the other boys off his tail. During this time, Basile was a generally well-built teenager who could handle himself. But, he was discouraged by his father from sticking up for himself in fear that he would be reprimanded for harming a higher noble family member. Many years were spent training in martial abilities, strategic battle techniques, basic mathematical skills, and even in writing. This time is when Basile truly began to develop, gaining many of the fundamental traits that would accompany him into adulthood. Basile came more outgoing, finding core values in himself. He developed many pass times and favorites, such as a respect for music and a taste for different types of alcoholic drinks. Recent Events Recently, Basile has came across information of his family. This information came in the form of the Lord Feurieux's journal, a tome with the family coat of arms stamped upon it. To Basile's dismay, it has brought him to an impasse in which he must question his loyalties to his family and those involved. What will become of this is not yet known, as he has been hunting down further information about his and his family's past. Basile, Denz De'bayle, and Reina set out at once to investigate the occurrences that endangered Basile and his sister's livelihood. With such cursed blood, both could be thrown very swiftly into the witchdrop. Upon finding the Feurieux Codex from his father's study, Basile and Reina ventured out to find the Elezen butcher of whom the Codex mentioned. And find them they did, having entered the cabin and interrogating him. In the end, they were forced to kill the pawn in his father's scheme and were forced to leave with less-than-desired information. A few events preceded in between, but the most important aspect of the story proved to be the ending. With both the Inquisition and Basile's father now threatening Nathalie's (sister) life, Basile, Reina, and the House De'bayle sprung into action to recover her and put an end to the blood feud. And yet, Esther and Basile's 'mother' did everything they could to stop him. After an intense battle of which ended with Armont's Dragoon prowess saving Nathalie from being tossed into the Witchdrop, Basile slew both his father and mother in a blood rage. After Esther had tossed a dosage of the aetherical dragon's blood, Basile was nearly afflicted and turned into a hybrid aevis. However, the Hyur and all present slew his heretical father and faux mother. Present Day--A Spring Later Since the events, Basile spent much time away in thought and steeped depression. Having killed his parents, figured out the intensity of his past, and broken off with a developed friend, Basile focused on reading the plates of his ancestor's fighting techniques. The plates described glorious Griffin riders. And, with the knowledge from the Codex, Basile examined his diverse past. He developed, in the period since the present, a hybrid fighting technique: Ishgardian Feudal Military expertise mixed with flying Griffin cavalry has developed into an impressive mixture, one of which Basile seeks to master and teach to those willing to dominate the sky. And yet, new things are in the works for the Hyuran Knight. With a new, landed estate, a lovely partner, and a flying companion, Basile Feurieux sits poised to make a new name for his chivalrous identity. ABILITIES ✟ Rider. When the clarion call is sounded… When Knights ride to glory and find full tilt, Basile is nigh at the front. To be at the business end of his lance is to be dead, some reckon, though many fail to have time enough to ponder it should they be in the position. ✟ Chivalrous Decipherer. Though hardly important to the vast majority in Eorzea and even mocked by others, the idea of chivalry and its merits is quite decipherable to Basile, and often most if one does care, he would be the one to discuss it with. ✟ Resistant to Plague. It is rare that Basile becomes sick. Whether a question of hereditary note, an aetherical property, or simply a balanced immune system, Basile is hardly sick and quite healthy to quite a few known diseases. WEAPONRY AND ARMOR ✟ The Sword of Feurieux. A family heirloom forged when the first descendant was Knighted to Ishgard, this strong-forged sword has carried upon Basile’s person since his own knighthood. ✟Azure-Anodized Plates. Mimicking his heraldic colors, this armor is full plate, cuirass, pauldrons, chaussettes, and all. Topped with a sallet-shaped helm, this armor is anodized azure. Underneath it is often a sub-layer of chainmail, as Basile fails to prefer gambesons. ✟Holy Lance of Maisontaal. This lance, infused with aetherical enchantment to increase armor piercing power during the tilt, is Basile’s chosen weapon for battle. It radiates a golden hue, an aura that comes from the aether surrounding it. As such, if it breaks, it can be rebuilt with the ease of a magical spell. That is, however, if it breaks at all. Last Updated: 02/04/2018. Color Key ♥ In A Relationship: Basile is involved in some form of committed relationship with this character. ♥ Romantic Attraction: Basile is romantically attracted to this character. ♥ Sexual Attraction: Basile is physically attracted to this character. ♥ Platonic Love: Basile considers this character one of his closest friends. ♦ Friend: Basile considers this character to be a friend. ♦ Friendly Acquaintance: Basile considers this character to be mostly friendly, or as a casual ally. 🔒 Trusted: Basile trusts this character with her life, and would willingly lay his own down for them. 🔒 Distrusted: Basile’s trust in this character has been shaken, though his loyalty to them remains unaffected. 🔒 Betrayed:Basile's trust in this character has been completely broken, and is irreparable. What a knave. ● Good Standing: This character left a good impression. ● Neutral: Basile has no specific feelings about this character. ● Bad Standing: This character left a bad impression. Unchivalrous Brute. ♠ Dislike: Basile doesn't consider this person a friend and will only interact if needed. ♠ Wary: Basile has became leery of this character. Conflict can happen. ♠ Hate: Basile considers this person an annoyance and will try to avoid them, otherwise conflict is almost certain. Full tilt! ♠ Fear: Basile is terrified by this character and will try to avoid them at all cost. Doubtful. Rare. ♠ Rivalry: Basile considers this person a rival and will try to initiate conflict every time he gets to meet them. Time to throw a gauntlet. ♥ Family Member: This character is related by blood to Basile. ✔ Business: This character is either Basile's employer, employee, or coworker. ✖ Deceased: This character has passed away. RIP. 🔃 Unsure: Basile is unsure how he feels about this character because of certain actions the character makes. FREE COMPANY House de Bayle (XYZ) - The Family "When I grew up around House de Bayle, I had little opinion about them. My lord Jerace’s opinion, was quite horrid. In the end, it was he who betrayed me, not the de Bayle family of whom he thought would do so." Growing up as rival families as the Menideal family (Basile’s former Lord), the de Bayles had an interesting history. When Jerace beat the dead corpse of a de Bayle relative, he shamed his name and Basile’s. Basile joined later, sworn under Armont de Bayle, to mend this affront to his honor since Jerace’s disappearance. FAMILY Meredith Feurieux (✖) - Mother Closer to Basile than Lord Feuerieux, Lady Meredith was his caretaker for a long time. Bandaging fighting wounds, ensuring that servants made ample food, and protecting him from his father's occasional wrath allowed her a special position in Basile's heart until recent events. Meredith Feurieux is now deceased. In fact, she was never Basile's mother to begin with. Esther Feurieux (✖) - Father Father Feurieux and his son have not always been close, as the relationship between them was never bonded well. Though they had never despised each other, Basile did not exactly think him the greatest father. Esther Feurieux is now deceased. He was the pawn of a heretical plot devised by his father, and hardly had the gait to refute what was ingrained as his destiny. Nathalie Feurieux (♥♥♥) - Sister Basile's sister is the textbook definition of a good sister. Honest, innocent, and helpful all make up Nathalie's traits, and allow her to be a very good companion to a Knight in a world of ambition and danger. Out of any family, Basile's sister is the most beloved and the most cherished. Jerace Menideal (🔃) - The Half-Brother-Former Liege Jerace was Basile's protectorate, whom Basile was sworn to serve until death. It proved ironic that Basile, who had been a direct vassal under Jerance Menideal and his family, would end up a vassal of the arch rival of the Menideals: The De'bayles had been enemies of the Menideals in a conflict between Jerance and Denz De'bayle. Basile, despite not having a stake in the problem, was consistently caught in the middle of the conflicts. Basile's honor was constantly taking a hit for Jerance's mistakes, especially when Jerace kicked the corpse of Ceonix De'bayle. Though, Jerace's place in the Temple Guard brought Basile lots of opportunities. And even when Jerace was turned into a hybrid wyvern, Basile felt some pity for his friend. Since that fateful day during the war, Jerace gave Basile a missive warning him of many things. Basile has not seen Jerance and does not know if he is still alive. FRIENDS Madison Brookstone (♥♥) - My Lady Brookstone "..." Having met at the Grand Tilt of Coerthas, Madison Brookstone and Basile Feurieux began their friendship with an invitation. Having continuously made presence at her abode, Basile quickly took a liken towards dropping by, often with flowers or something of the sort. Whereforth it was decided that a traditional courtship proved the best route, it took yet a good time for the two to arrive at a conclusion: The time they spent together was cherished. Basile quickly favored her, and assumingly, it came in turn for Madison. The courtship is ongoing as of the present, with both parties having a great reason to devote time to each other with each precious moment. Denz De’bayle (●) - The Knight Errant "I..." Denz de Bayle and Basile Feurieux met early on in their lives. As if a distant friend beyond the hotheadedness of Jerace’s actions, Basile knew who to contact after his errantry had brought him to seek redemption. Since then, the two have been friends and brothers in battle through a number of intense conflicts throughout the de Bayle recent history. ACQUAINTANCES Placeholder (●♥✔) - ... "..." ... Placeholder (●) - ... "..." ... RIVALS Name (XYZ) - Title "Quote." Text. Name (XYZ) - Title "Quote." Text. PC RUMORS Rumors from player characters. These may be untrue or exaggerated. Feel free to leave one here! ■ “...” – Placeholder NPC RUMORS Common Rumors: Easily overheard. Use these freely! ■ “Basile seems to do more than simply fight, and enjoys to write stories about different things he experiences.” – Friend from Ishgard ■ “Basile has recently inherited his House after the death of both his mother and father. I wonder why, perhaps?” – Snooping Pillars Noble Uncommon Rumors: A little more difficult to hear. Use sparingly or ask first! ■ “Was Basile's previous oathkeeper, Jerace Menideal, not turned heretic and dishonorable through heretical circumstances? Possibly a dangerous one, that Basile.” – Distant Menideal Family ■ “Basile's ancestry comes from Ala Mhigo, I've heard. He's a good mix of Highlander and Midlander, just take a good look at his skin!” – Stranger Rare Rumors: Very rarely overheard. Please ask before using! ■ “It is said that the Feuerieux parents and the Menideal family have been plotting against Ishgard in ways most foul. How does this affect Basile? I'll bet it makes him a heretic as well unless he proves himself different. ” – Witness to the Feurieux Codex ■ “That Basile, supposedly, can be affected by a good drink of.. Dragonsblood. If you give him some of that good ol' stuff, he will -change-. ” – Former Plot Heretic The following is a placeholder for the Feurieux Codex. A collection of screenshots of Basile that serve as a visual reference, or snapshots from certain roleplaying scenes. A collection of artwork of Basile, either commissioned or gifted by the respective artist(s). Artist names & info are linked when you hover over images. You are not permitted to re-use this artwork for your own characters or purposes, whether on Final Fantasy XIV or on other games, forums, etc. by Faukk This is a profile made by the player of whom plays Basile Feurieux! I am a very laid back roleplayer and often seek new themes, plots, or whatever else. I play Warhammer games (Total War), Elder Scrolls, used to roleplay on WoW, and play whatever other Steam games I am feeling. Finally, I am Central Standard Time. THINGS TO KEEP IN MIND... Note. Basile is a character that is always a work in progress. His history has been fleshed out after recent events, and his family's story has come to exposition. Therefor, he is very flexible and able to be immersed in a number of different story arcs that prove interesting and fruitful possibilities. I can roleplay on Discord. Self explanatory! Disclaimer. Basile's personality, culture, and outlook do not always mix well with other characters or some moral ideas. As well, Basile will not be changed or shifted to meet anyone's OOC expectations or anything of the like. If something that Basile does happens to make another person OOCly uncomfortable, it should be brought to my attention. I will ■ I will play whatever fits Basile's parameters, which are quite large. Plot Hooks ■ After the realization that Basile was bred to fulfill an ancient, devious purpose, he has purposely taken up his own witch hunt of sorts. Having started with the slaying of his own 'parents,' Basile has maliciously tracked down smugglers and 'heretics' of various types. And even though there are little heretics around any longer, Basile continuously finds those who were connected to the devious plot that unraveled his entire childhood. Anyone that may know someone that was involved in Dragon's Blood heresies or even in the smuggling of it would find a powerful ally in this Knight. Recently, Sir Basile figured out the glorious truth about his ancestry. His ancestors having been refugees of Ala Mhigo, Basile learned that they were impressive Gryphon riders. Basile has taken up the art himself after reading plates from an old family manuscript that his father had kept from him. Anyone who may be of similar descent or of similar practices would notice Basile's distinct mixture of Ishgardian combat and Ala Mhigan gryphon flying cavalry tactics. Background Potential For a long time and even still, Basile is something of a knight errant. He, despite his relatively recent homage to the Lord De'bayle, has spent many years on his own wandering and seeking true purpose. As a result, Basile is open to many plot opportunities of others' will and even those that expand his own story. 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