O'kihp Tia

O'kihp Tia

"Chip"

"Have you come to be Chip's friend?" » ————————— ›☼‹ ————————— «

VITAL INFORMATION ■ CURRENT ALIAS: Chip ■ BIRTH NAME: O'kihp Tia ■ RACE & CLAN: Miqo'te - Seeker of the Sun ■ GENDER: Male ■ AGE & NAMEDAY: Unknown | 17th Sun of the 1st Astral Moon ■ ORIENTATION: Straight ■ PRONOUNCIATION: Oh-kip Tea-ah

OTHER STATISTICS ■ NATIONALITY: N/A ■ TRIBE: Formerly Mole Tribe ■ CURRENT RESIDENCE: somewhere in Middle La Noscea ■ OCCUPATION: Fishercat ■ SKIN COLOR: Fair ■ EYE COLOR & FUR COLOR: Ash Gray | Gloom Purple ■ HEIGHT & WEIGHT: 5.22 fulms | 115 ponze

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• General Info
• Berserk Side
• Relationships
• Rumors
• History
• Rumored Location
• Tribe Details
• Music
• RP Hooks
• OOC
• Gallery

P E R S O N A L I T Y

Chip is a mischievous kitten who's always eager to have fun. His playfulness makes him act like a little kid, even though he's well past his teenage years. When he was banished to the wilderness, he developed a habit of talking in third person to keep himself company.

Although he's a cute, innocent kitten, Chip keeps a dark secret caged inside. It is the only explanation for why he lives alone and not in the Tribe he was born into. He pretends to act squeamish and scared at the sight blood, due to it being one of the main triggers of his other side.

A darker and much more sinister beast lurks deep within Chip, a being conceived after exposure to Tainted Aether. Whenever it is triggered, something inside the cheerful kitten snaps. His pupils dilate and his eyes almost turn black. Claws sprout from his fingertips, his teeth lengthen into fangs, and a fierce bloodlust overtakes him. He will fight and kill endlessly until someone knocks him out. Afterwards, when Chip awakens and is back to his normal self, the first thing he’s normally greeted with is a pile of bodies and an alarming amount of blood on his hands.

The occurrence of his Berserk side has happened twice since its first awakening when he was young. Despite the gory aftermath, Chip has been able to recover from each disturbance for the most part, and has since lived a relatively quiet life in the wilderness of La Noscea.

“Chip is not too keen of danger. Chip enjoys it better when it is peaceful. It’s good for Chip.”

A P P E A R A N C E

Chip is a Miqo'te of short stature (5.22 fulms) and a scrawny, lithe build due to his constant diet of fish. Although he has no idea how old he is, he's got a youthful face and thinks himself to be at least 17. His uncombed mane and fur are fluffy and purple, often decorated with bits of twigs and grass.

Chip loves to run around barefoot, but sometimes he can be seen wearing old leather boots with darker straps wrapped limply around worn cloth. Due to living out in the wilderness, he has the appearance of a shipwrecked victim and dirt coats every inch of him. Chip is always seen wearing the shirt in order to cover his back. Long and ragged scars from the distinct lashing of a whip mar his back, and although he keeps them hidden, he’s not exactly ashamed of them. He simply doesn’t like having to answer the question of how he got them.

Overall, he is naught but a picture of a wild animal, albeit a tamed one. For despite his appearance, the Miqo’te’s silvery gray eyes are always aglow with cheer and his face always brightly lit by a smile.

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Chip's "Closet":
Due to certain RP events, his current attire can be somewhat confusing to decipher. Below is a list of the "outfits" he's worn in the past, present and future.

• Fisherman's clothes: Cotton pants that are frayed on the ends and have large holes where his knees are. A dirty and stained gray shirt hangs over his bony frame. Given to him by the kindly fisherman and his wife when he was first taken in. Damaged beyond repair after a certain event in Limsa Lominsa that left many a rumor of a purple monster in its wake.

• Temporary clothes: A snug, yet flexible light-brown leather vest with tanned trimmings. White cotton zouaves trousers tapered off just below his knee. They are quite baggy in the legs, more so than usual given his small frame. Offered by Skycat as "temporary clothes" until there came a time for Chip to buy new ones. Currently Equipped

• New clothes: Baggy and extra-large tan shirt with light-brown trimming. Light-brown shorts. As seen in the many photos that populate his page!

"Come back 'ere! Chip wants to know your name!"

F A V O R I T E S ■ Grilled Trout:. Living off of fish for as long as he could remember, Chip has perfected the art of grilling a fish in a frying pan. His favorite type of fish to eat is trout, and the sheer enjoyment he has while eating it is quite worth it to him. ■ Aldgoat Milk. After a kindly merchant passed by and offered a bottle of it in thanks for the fish, Chip constantly hopes to be able to get more someday. Apparently it is offered at the Drowning Wench in Limsa Lominsa, which gives the boy reason to frequent the area more often than usual.

Q U I R K S ■ Nicknames. Chip doesn't usually know a visitor's name at first contact, but that doesn't stop him from giving them a name regardless. He normally chooses a word or phrase that describes his first impression of them. ■ Third-Person. Isolation does strange things to people. Chip is no exception. In order to keep himself company, he developed a habit of speaking in third-person. Side effects include random bouts of giggling and and infectious amusement. ■ Immature. The age of Chip is unknown, but due to the way he acts, most have him pegged at around 15. Chip thinks he's a little older than that, despite what his actions might say. Ever the cheerful optimist, it's not unusual for Chip to seem completely like a child. ■ Compassionate Heart. Chip is both blessed and cursed with an often overwhelming desire to help those in need. Even if he comes across someone who stubbornly refuses his help, Chip will still do whatever he can to ease their suffering.

L I K E S ■ Making Friends. It's no wonder Chip enjoys this, especially since he lives rather a lonely life. The more friends he makes, the better, as it fills an emptiness inside him that he is only cautiously aware of. ■ Fishing. At first, it was just an easy way for getting a meal. But as Chip honed his skills, he has discovered he enjoys the work. ■ Jokes. He's sometimes a bit of a prankster, often playing jokes on himself in order to brighten the mood whenever he's feeling down. ■ Exploring. La Noscea is quite big and Chip has plenty of years ahead of him to become familiar with his permanent home. ■ Just Having Fun. There's no sense moping around in the dirt!

D I S L I K E S ■ Being Alone. Chip makes the best of his current situation, but carries inside him a great disapproval of the emptiness. ■ Punishment. There are some things he'll never be able to forget. They day of his banishment is no exception and the sharp crack of the whip still rings in his head. ■ Blood. The sight of it can send him into his Berserk state. He pretends to be afraid of it, but the real fear is for the monster that lurks inside. ■ Death. Chip is not as concerned with his own death as with the deaths of others. He refuses to think about those he has killed and hopes the peace within him will remain forever. ■ Fighting. Another trigger of his Berserk side. If Chip is caught in a desperate situation where self-defense is the only way out, he will most likely awaken with someone else's blood on his hands. ■ Weapons. It could almost be said that Chip has a "phobia" for the harmful items. They are used to disrupt peace, and therefore Chip does whatever he can to avoid them.

I N V E N T O R Y

Last updated: 1/18/2016

• Leather bag - contains a small gil pouch that barely has enough for an airship ticket to the nearest city-state, a tin flask normally filled with fresh river water, and a spool of thread used to repair his fishing pole if necessary.
• Worn fishing rod - well-used elm fishing pole. Given to him by the fisherman and his wife.
• Makeshift tackle box - old wooden box that contains small bits of tackle. More often than not Chip just uses worms burrowed in the ground.
• Iron frying pan - chipped and battered, the frying pan has seen better days. Faithfully used, it was another gift from the kindly fisherman.
• Wooden music box - Chip's first Starlight gift, presented to him from Skycat. The box is pale and seamless, with the name "Chip" carved upon the lid. When it is opened, the song plays, and the glass will glow in a repeating transition of sky blue to midnight. Music Box Song

D A R K E R | S I D E | O F | T H E | M O O N

"Chip doesn't k-know any monsters."

It calls itself Harrow.

A being forged of wind-aspected crystal, tainted by the chunk of Dalamud that decimated the Burning Wall. This poison resides always in Chip, kept tightly sealed within his subconscious. But every so often, Harrow is unleashed, and the boy falls under its power.

The beast's strength comes from Chip's emotions. The more upset, agonized, or tortured the boy is, the more powerful Harrow will be when it emerges. They have a mutual relationship, where the host and parasite live and breath together. One cannot live without the other. At least, for now, Chip is stuck with the tainted aether within himself.

Notable Features:

• Claws: sharpened black nails will grow out of Chip's fingertips, about three inches in length. Thin and deadly, they are able to pierce through the tiniest weak points in armor. Often performing a fighting style that involves spinning and darting around, the slashing movements of his claws make no sound.

• Blackened Eyes: when possessed, his pupils will completely dilate and his sclera will turn black. Basically, this results in the entirety of his eyes to be soulless pits of obsidian. Although its unclear to tell whom Harrow is exactly looking at, there are often subtle hints in his body posture and head tilts. Oftentimes, however, one is not even given enough time to decipher something so meaningless before their throat is slit in a fountain of blood.

• Fangs: unlike the Keepers of the Moon, Seekers of the Sun do not possess teeth with quite so defined sharpness. This is so with Chip, but when Harrow is unleashed, his teeth will extend into finely pointed fangs. Quite often they will jut out uncomfortably from his mouth, but this of course never bothers Harrow.

• Carnivorous: as ruthless a killer as Harrow is, he will also take the time to sample what bits of flesh may have been so delicately preserved upon his claws. He delights in the taste of his enemies, often feasting upon the spoils if he finds a chance to in the midst of his careless bloodthirsty spree. Other times, gnawing off the limbs of his victims is part of the fight itself. Although it's all well and good for Harrow, Chip will almost always come back to himself with a painful gut and an upset stomach. That which he vomits up holds no recognition for him, but he'd rather never know the story of the half-digested remains and what horrors he had caused under the influence of Harrow.

Abilities:

• Speed: by nature of how the wind blows, the more disrupted Chip's mental state when Harrow is unleashed, the greater the speed in which he possesses. At a normal level, his movements are fast enough to be unable to track, but a blurred form of his figure is still visible. However, when the boy has been completely lost, Harrow becomes nearly the wind itself, with serrated edges that fatally slice any living soul in its wake.

• Teleportation: at a high enough level of power, Harrow can move so fast that he literally can disappear and reappear in a totally different location nearby. Although he cannot teleport to completely different areas, the ability extends to about a mile away from his current spot.

R E L A T I O N S H I P S

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♥ Affection: The character is having a particular feeling of want and desire for this specific character. It might be simply friendly, romantic or physical, two of these options, or all three. It might not be reciprocal. ♥ In a relationship: The character is romantically involved with this character. The characters might not like each other. It is reciprocal, or at least the person explicitly made them believe it was. ♥ Muse: The character is attracted to this character. It usually is not reciprocal. ♥ Potential Muse: The character is slightly attracted. It is not reciprocal. ♥ Platonic Love/Family: The character considers this person family, and that goes above friendship. It is usually reciprocal. ♦ Friend: The character considers this person their friend. It is reciprocal, or at least the person explicitly made them believe it was. ♦ Friendly Acquaintance: The character considers this person mostly friendly, or as an ally. It may not be reciprocal. ● Good Standing: The character has no specific feelings about this character. They left a good impression, though. ● Neutral Acquaintance: The character has no specific feelings about this character. ● Wary: The character will not purposely avoid this character, but they do feel completely comfortable around them either. ♠ Dislike: The character doesn't want to consider this person a friend, and will talk if needed, but try to avoid them. It may not be reciprocal. ♠ Hate: The character consider this person an annoyance, and will try to avoid them. Conflict can happen. It is often reciprocal. ♠ Fear: The character is terrified by this character, and will try to avoid them at all cost. It can not be reciprocal. ♠ Rivalry: The character considers this person a rival, and will try to initiate conflict every time they gets to meet them. It is reciprocal, or at least the person explicitly made them believe it was. ♣ Family Member: This character is related by blood to the character. ♦ Tribe Member: This character is part of the character's Tribe. ? Hidden Feelings/Unknown: This character has one of all the color keys above, but the character isn't fully aware of it yet, in denial, or overlooking it. ✖ Deceased: This character has passed away.

N P C ✖ ● ♣ ♦ O'anna Xhiji | Mother : Chip never knew her. ♠ ♣ ♦ O'ctan Tia | Father : It takes a lot for Chip to dislike someone. His only memories of his father include a hole in his heart that was never filled by his love, and the cold look in his eyes when Chip was flogged and banished from their Tribe forever. ♠ ♦ O'xhiji Nunh | Tribe Leader : He whipped Chip and sent him away without even batting an eye. Chip holds a great dislike for the Mole Tribe's Nunh and hopes they will never cross paths.

P C ♥/ ♦ Xeiz Feine | Skycat : Their bond has been reforged, and with it, a completely new understanding of each other. Skycat is Chip's first true friend, and the only one he's met that could understand the monster that he harbors deep inside. Skycat has all but reassured the boy that he's not alone, and Chip wishes to never let go of the sun. ♦ Relie Naulaux | Noisemaker : His opinion of her changed drastically after a dinner of fish. Chip learned Noisemaker is actually capable of nice things and he thinks she has a nice smile. After her unexpected change into a Lalafell, Chip is convinced that it was his fish that caused it. He fears the day when he, or anyone else, might turn tiny. ♦ M'shi Mahji | Scribbler : As an uninvited guest aboard the Danse Macabre, Chip was wary of her at first. She was hardly fazed by Skycat's annoyance and happily did whatever she pleased. Chip expected the two to turn on each other, but instead a certain tolerance was formed within the magic of the piano. M'shi delighted Chip with her talent of music, and even composed a song for him in the short time they were there. The boy eventually cooked her a fish, and has since then decided M'shi can be considered a friend. ♦ Frostfeather | Skycat's Wings : The griffin has become very dear to Chip's heart. He loves the feeling of her soft plumage, and will never forget the delight of flying atop her back. Sometimes the griffin will groom the boy in an extreme show of affection and the boy finds the sensation to be both pleasurable and soothing. ♦ Hisao Yamauchi | Stickwalker : Chip met the Hyur with a limp while he was fishing, and after learning he was from Doma, the boy was quick to ask if he might like a fish. The man seemed full of stories. And true this seemed, as an evening was spent under a crackling fire and bellies full of grilled trout. With Frostfeather quietly watching, Chip listened to Hisao's delightful recollections of a land outside of Eorzea. ♦ Nefzen Zhwan | Redstripe : While trotting 'round Limsa for the night, he came across a Miqo'te nursing both a splinted arm and a mug of ale. Intrigued, the boy approached her about it and discovered she'd been wounded by a dangerous fish. After an engaging story about how one such fish came about, Chip promised to supply Redstripe with a fish in exchange for her story one day. ♦ Rihxo Matoi | Sweetmaker : Their encounter started peacefully like any other. Atop a cliffside one night, Chip was approached by Rihxo who was just as surprised as he was to see someone else there. The boy was soon fascinated by the Miqo'te after she gave him homemade chocolate and he took notice of her eyepatch. She decided to keep him company, but the quiet night was soon shattered by the sound of gunfire across the ocean in Limsa Lominsa. Eventually they both go to investigate, coming across a gory aftermath at the Bismark. Although quick to leave the awful scene, Chip and Rihxo both hope that the particular individual who managed to flee the massacre is safe. ● Arata Matsuoka | Ara : This strange Au Ra unintentionally saved Chip from an awkward situation, and introduced herself later to the boy once they had escaped the scene. She also showed him origami for the first time, made by a postman known as Roark. Chip finds her fascinating and hopes to meet her again perhaps. ● Luru Fhaakya | : One of the two pirate guardians assigned to protecting Himeko. Luru was the one to supply Chip with a glass of the requested Aldgoat Milk, and he was quite grateful for it. ● Arthyr Caden |  : The second guardian of Himeko. He was assumed to be under the malady known as drunk, for which Chip still doesn't quite understand. ● Himeko Azuma |  : The Shrine Maiden of the Dusk Mother, she seemed nice at first and her scent reminds Chip of home. She has declared him to have a "wild" scent. After getting pulled into a sudden hug, Chip was starting to feel very uncomfortable but luckily, a new face stepped in to save him from probably experiencing his first encounter with infatuation. ● Mitzi | Chip's Present? : The little critter should really develop a better method of alerting others, having bit and slapped Chip a number of times to warn him of incoming danger. He's still not quite sure what to think of the pesky nutkin. ●♠ Omen | : A Voidsent who deserves no nickname. Chosen to take upon the form of a Gargoyle and tirelessly obey his Master, Omen is seen as another one of Skycat's companions--painfully so. As one would expect, the demon is devoid of emotion and will say things most would consider painful without so much as batting an eye. Unfortunately, such an experience befell Chip, and he no longer wishes to tolerate the Voidsent.

R U M O R S

N P C Some of these rumors are untrue, speculation, or are greatly exaggerated. Please feel free to add your own rumors under the Player Character category! ◢ Common Rumors - Easily overheard. Use these freely! ■ "Don't ask my opinion, but he cooks some damn good fish." - random merchant ■ "They say a monster lives in La Noscea. He rips out his victims' hearts and roasts 'em on a spit." - shifty-eyed Lalafell ■ "I saw this odd purple cat running around near the Rogue River. You don't think he's dangerous, do you?" - concerned local ■ "There was this purple beastie that massacred nearly the entire Patrol off by the AftCastle. Bastard still keeps comin' 'round to stir up trouble. Keep yer eyes sharp and yer guns loaded!" - Yellowjacket Lieutenant ■ "...she was runnin’ like they seen a monster, ain’t ever seen a lalafell book’it like that. Ya be thinkin’ that purple cat be the tha’ beast we’s heard’uv?" - middle-aged woman in the Drowning Wrench ■ "He's always smiling." - random patron ■ "Aye, I've seen 'um. Dat purple monster ye talkin' 'bout is too tall t'be this boy ye see wandering abouts. Methinks he's got knives o'sumtin. Ye ever seen dat boy wiff anything sharp? Didn't think so." - grizzled dockworker ◢ Uncommon Rumors - A little more difficult to hear. Use sparingly or ask first! ■ “Deep within the wilderness of La Noscea, there lives a murderous beast. His constant diet of fish never satisfies him and he craves for a more succulent amount of flesh. Innocent travelers that dare cross his path have lost many a few members. Mind the shadows when you venture out at night, but know that he is just as deadly under Azeyma’s kiss.” - wandering merchant ■ “I saw 'em once, 'eaded fer some empty camp. Looked 'bout as homey as a bucket o' sludge. The hells he livin' there?” - puzzled sailor ■“Have ye seen da boy fishin'? He talks to the water like it's 'is best mate!” - La Noscean local ■"Sometimes I 'ear music drifting 'round Middle La Noscea at night. Nay, it ain't the Siren's Call. Sumtin' sweeter. Like from a music box or sumtin'. O'course, I may be a wee bit drunk at t'time! Gwahaha!" - salty pirate ■ “He's always seen wearing the same clothes. They're in awful shape. Why's he not gotten new ones?” - curious Elezen ◢ Rare Rumors - Very rarely overheard. Please ask before using! ■ "Aye, I heard o' him. Folk 'round here take care to avoid his sort. He ain't right in his head, see. Rumor is he tried to murder his entire Tribe or sumtin'." - taproom owner ■ "Chip is such a sweetheart. I can't believe his Tribe threw him out because of his disability. I'd love to spend more evenings chatting with him under a homemade meal of maiden carp, but Chip's got a thing for avoiding others it seems. Don't blame the poor fellow. I'd be wary of others too if the only family I had decided to suddenly kick me out." - elderly fishwife ■ "Boy's always alone, from what I can tell. It ain't normal for someone like that to be so bloody happy." - suspicious Hyur ■ "Have I heard of someone called Chip? Aye, it's called a 'nickname' He responds to something else, I'm sure." - annoyed Lalafell

P C . ◢ Player Character Rumors - Feel free to add rumors of your own! ■ “Yeah, I know Chip. Hate to admit it but I’ve a soft spot for the pup. So, do yourself a favor—tell him a story for a fish... then get lost. Don’t even look at him the wrong way ‘lest you contend with me.” – Xeiz Feine ■ "Chip is a sweetie! And he loves sweets! I don't know why anybody wouldn't like him." -Rihxo Matoi ■ "From what I am able to deduce about the odd boy, he seems to have a good heart. Though... I feel something strange about his aetheric presence... I shall be keeping an eye on him." -Arata Matsuoka ■ "quote" -player name

B I O G R A P H Y

Childhood

Born in Thanalan to a wandering Tribe of the Mole, O’kihp Tia spent most of his youth alone. His mother died shortly after his birth and his father was too busy fighting as one of the Tribe’s warriors to pay attention to his only son. The other members of the Tribe raised O'kihp as best as they could, but he was always lonely.

This particular Mole Tribe was bred for only one purpose: war. The Tias that made up most of its members were skilled warriors and often involved in numerous skirmishes between neighboring Tribes. Despite their small size, they were a savage and the other Tribes learned not to mess with them. Many instead, took a particular liking to battling against the Amalj'aa.

When the young reached seven years of age, it was customary for them to begin training as warriors for the Tribe. From the very start, O’kihp found himself averse to the brutal teachings of his Tribe. He felt no awe towards his father, nor did he want to grow up like him by any means. Unlike those that had come before him, O’kihp had been born with a heart that yearned only for peace.

O’kihp had barely delved into his many years of grueling training when the Battle of Carteneau/Fall of Dalamud occurred. The infamous catastrophe upset the balance of nature and the destruction rattled his Tribe mentally and physically. Fights periodically broke out as everyone prepared for the worst. Chip's Tribe was no longer the most savage and wars between them and the neighboring Tribes became substantially more brutal.

Day after day, O’kihp would watch from his usual hiding place as the blood grew thicker and thicker. When most of the warriors had fallen, woman raised only for breeding were thrown into the fray for sport. Children were ripped from safety to be viciously dismembered. It was naught but a gory nightmare.

And then, something inside O’kihp snapped. Spurred by the ceaseless imagery of death and carnage, a beast awakens within him. O’kihp goes Berserk for the first time and kills most of the enemies that had surrounded them. Before he can go after the few remaining members of his own Tribe, however, a sharp blow to his head robs him of his senses and the endless war finally comes to a close.

It was his father who finally subdued his enraged son. When O’kihp awakens he finds himself in chains and secured against a wooden pole. In front of him stood his father and the Nunh. Behind them, what remained of their Tribe. The bodies and blood from the aftermath had been removed, but a sickly stench still hung in the air. There was also a distinct tang of fear.

O’kihp can only listen in horror as his father recounts what had happened the day before, pointing at him with cold eyes as he pins the entirety of the blame on his son. The Mole Tribe fought skirmishes, but they did not permit senseless slaughter. After the infamous events of the Calamity, the Tribe had found themselves questioning their brutal methods, rattled by the appalling massacre that had replaced their once proud Tribe. A unanimous decision was made to lessen the killings, as long as their Tribe remained safe. However, a scapegoat was needed to prevent another occurrence from happening again and all eyes turned on the one who had almost annihilated them all. O’kihp was naught but a monster and needed to be disposed of. Curiously, the option of death was not brought up. O’kihp’s father claimed it was because too much of that had befallen the Tribe already. Instead, O’kihp is publically flogged and disposed of in a ship bound only for one destination: La Noscea.

Teenage

The ship disposes O’kihp on the outskirts of La Noscea, where he is forced to survive in the wilderness. The chains are removed from his body, but the wounds he had received during his Beserk rampage were still quite fresh and unhealed. Alone and abandoned, O’kihp is overcome by a dark depression and awaits death as he watches the sand around him turn crimson.

Fate had other plans for him, however, and he awakens in the company of a kindly fisherman and his wife. Under the comforts of their hospitality they treat his wounds and offer him a love and warmth he had never received growing up. It rekindled a fire in his empty and cold chest, reigniting a child’s dream of peace.

Here in La Noscea he was safe from constant wars.

During his recovery, O’kihp dropped the identity he had with the Tribe and began a hesitant new start at life under the alias of “Chip”. The fisherman and his wife delighted themselves with the boyish Miqo’te and he did whatever he could to see them smile. It gladdened his heart and his soul sang with a happiness he had not felt his whole life.

After his wounds were completely healed and his vitality restored, Chip was taught how to fish by the fisherman. He was given an elm rod, a makeshift box of tackle, and was instructed to catch meals for them daily. At first, his attempts were quite comical and he was ever so determined to make meals out of the tiny minnows that he had managed to bait. Eventually, however, larger fish were snagged by his pole and Chip was taught by the fisherman’s wife at how to properly cook them.

His life seemed nearly perfect with them and Chip longed to stay with them forever, but he could not shake the nagging sense of fear of losing himself again. He did not want to accidentally kill these wonderful people. And so, eventually, Chip reluctantly said goodbye to the first family he ever truly accepted. They did not question him about his decision, much to his relief, but allowed him to leave with the fishing rod, tackle box, and frying pan in reminder of the life they had shared together.

Present

Thanks to the kindness and love that were nurtured into Chip under the care of the fisherman and his wife, the Miqo’te had developed a new outlook of his situation. No longer was he depressed and desperate for the waking nightmare to end. The beaming sun that shown down upon La Noscea also touched him now, and it filled him with a radiant joy. Venturing to an area where merchants and caravans often passed through, Chip began a prosperous life of helping others. He granted them free meals of fish in exchange for a tale or two of their own adventures. In this way, Chip learned about the world without ever having to leave the island in which he was banished upon. Gradually, the area around Chip grew more crowded and more and more people came to stop by and munch on his infamous fish. The numbers never bothered the Miqo’te; it only made him happier. The loneliness he’d felt at first vanished under the constant company of others.

And then the rumors began to spread.

Slow and deadly was the poison that stole into the hearts and minds of the travelers that roamed through La Noscea’s wilderness. Fear of a murderous monster that lurked in the dark sent travelers at an urgent pace.

No one dared stop to rest, lest the monster might catch them.

Chip’s world grew dark as the prosperous life he once knew fell apart into naught but a bittersweet memory. His encampment became cold and lonely as no one came by to talk to him anymore. Loneliness plagued him, but this time he was determined to not let the sun become completely smothered. With great effort did the Miqo’te force himself to remain ever the optimist. He developed a habit of speaking to himself in third-person in order to fill the aching hole in his heart. He made up stories in his head and befriended the neutral creatures that lived around him.

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Determination has driven Chip into making the best of the situation he has now found himself in. Despite the lack of visitors, Chip’s motto is ever the same:

 "A story for a fish." 

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Gossip travels quick between pirates, merchants, and the folk of Limsa Lominsa alike. One particular tale speaks of a lone Miqo'te who frequents the Wilderness of La Noscea. Some say he's harmless. Others say he's got blood forever stained upon his hands. They can all agree, however, that this particular Miqo'te cooks some very tasty fish. Do you dare search for him?

T R I B E | O F | T H E | M O L E

The Tribe of the Mole originated in La Noscea, where many of the beastkin, in which the Tribe was named after, resided. However, a subspecies of the mole migrated into Thanalan, after an unintentional stowaway was found upon a ship sailing to Ul'dah. This species, known as the Hedgemole, was adopted as the Tribe's beastkin. They are known to be aggressive and extremely territorial, which are the key traits of this particular Tribe.

Location: The Tribe resides in the southern part of Drybone, alarmingly close to the encampment of the Amalj'aa. Skirmishes are a common occurrence between them and other wandering Tribes. Due to their viciousness, however, more often than not is the Tribe of the Mole fearfully left alone. Before the Calamity: They originally lived closer to the area known as the Burning Wall, but after it was destroyed by a shard of Dalamud, they've migrated away and currently take up residence in Drybone.	Hierarchy: Note: These names are intended for OOC only. Please ask for further details, or if your player character is unintentionally listed. Nuhn: O'xhiji Nuhn (Tribe leader and first breeding male) Tias: O'ctan Tia (1st in command; rumored to be the next Nuhn) O'kaje Tia O'vihz Tia O'lixo Tia O'behr Tia O'qido Tia Breeding Females: O'saia Raehi O'minna Xhiji O'phina Raehi O'xezo Raehi	Characteristics: Aggressive. Brutal. Territorial. This particular Mole Tribe is bred for only one purpose: war. The Tias that make up most of its members are skilled warriors and are often involved in numerous skirmishes between neighboring Tribes--be it beast or man. Despite their relatively small size, they are quite savage. Calamity Aftermath: After the infamous events of the Calamity, the Tribe found themselves questioning their brutal methods and grew fearful of their placement near the decimated Burning Wall. A unanimous decision was made to lessen the killings. Full-scale war will be allowed only if the safety of their Tribe is threatened. Smaller skirmishes are still accepted and widely popular among the Tribe and its neighboring beastkin.
Customs: When the young reach seven years of age, they begin training as warriors for the Tribe. Punishment involves a variety of actions, often determined by the weight of the crime. This includes, but is not limited to, fights to the death, periodic starvation, abandonment in the desert, public flogging, and permanent banishment. Selective Breeding: The Nuhn handpicks the females he chooses to breed with. Therefore, only those that the Nuhn sires are able to freely choose their mate. Otherwise only the Nuhn is able to breed with the females.	Other Details: Race: Miqo'te Clan: Seekers of the Sun Tribe Indicator: O' (Pronounced Oh) Tribe Beast: The Territorial Hedgemole Tribe Size: Small

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Character Themes: Naru Embracing The Light Artist: Gareth Coker Context: Character Theme Notes: This song is practically perfect in every way. Beginning with a bright, cheery intro that mirrors the start of meeting Chip, it escalates into a flood of warmth driven by the clear and resonating melody that beats within his very soul. Quite suddenly does it then break off on an unsettling note, suggesting an unspoken darkness that lurks deep within. Last Hope (Closet Cover by Jeb Havens) Artist: Paramore Context: Character Theme Notes: The lyrics are perfect! I feel like this song does a great job of describing how Chip struggles to remain hopeful and positive all the nights he lives alone. It's just a spark, but it's enough to keep me going. The One You Feed Artist: Crown the Empire Context: Character Theme Notes: This song really expresses Chip well. If not for it's heavy rock sound, I could almost say it'd be a song Chip would willingly sing! In the wake of my broken dreams. In the dirt and the dust and the days that felt like weeks. I found the person that I'm meant to be. He lives alone, in an empty camp with skeletons of his past. But Chip found hope under the care of a kindly fisherman and his wife. 'Cause when I felt like giving up. When death was closing in. I shut my eyes and black out the darkness with light from inside. He's learned to put the darkness deep into the cobwebs of his subconscious and endure life with unending joy and optimism. No matter what happens, the boy always recovers that spark of hope that burns inside him. Halo (Acoustic) Artist: Starset Context: Character/Relationship Theme Notes: Chip & Skycat My Demons (Acoustic) Artist: Starset Context: Character/Relationship Theme Notes: Chip & Skycat	Relationship Themes: Bowsprit Artist: Balmorhea Context: Relationship Theme Notes: Chip & Relie Sparks Artist: Mattia Cupelli Context: Relationship Theme Notes: Chip & Skycat Tied to the Broken Artist: Flyleaf Context: Relationship Theme Notes: Although Chip has yet to think of Skycat as his brother, he's gradually realizing that he can rely on Skycat as a friend. After another episode of Harrow taking him over, Chip awakens with Skycat there. The boy is overwhelmed with horror at what he'd done, but for the for the first time, there was someone there to help him through the pain. Hold me when the sun goes down. I hear the haunted melodies calling me. Skycat helps comfort Chip and their bond has grown ever stronger. Chip one day hopes to repay Skycat, as he has begun to notice a familiar pain lurking in the shattered ruin of a ship that Skycat calls home. Tell me you hear my cry. Head Underwater Artist: Flyleaf Context: Relationship Theme Notes: Describes the moment where Skycat decides to take the focus away from Chip, when rumors of a purple cat attacking Limsa begin to arise. I'll drown in the water if I listen to the sound of cruel laughter. I let the stones fall to the ground. They don't know a thing about me. And still the wolves are crying out. And I hear you say, "I'll take you away". He becomes the monster that they seek. Skycat has begun to look out for Chip, but they both still struggle with internal loneliness, longing for friends that one has scared off and the other has intentionally cast aside. It's you and I alone.	Other Themes: Walking by the Sea Artist: Deemo Context: Chip's Song Notes: As composed by M'shi Mahji Oh, Catastrophe Artist: Crown the Empire Context: Harrow Theme Notes: A demon's lullaby. Whose cage has finally been opened. The patient predator has been freed. Oh, catastrophe. Leave me to fade out the light. And uncage the night. Dance With the Devil Artist: Breaking Benjamin Context: Harrow Theme Notes: This song belongs to Chip's "other side". Where a flawless dance of death is performed, and the beast entertains itself with the entrails of its victims. A dance shared only between Harrow and the Reaper. This Drug In Me Is You Artist: Falling In Reverse Context: Harrow Theme Notes: The song a demon croons to its host. The drug in me is you. Harrow entertains itself on Chip's emotions. And I'm so high on misery. Can't you see? The fact that the boy can never remember the destruction that Harrow creates both annoys and delights the beast. I got these questions always running through my head. So many things that i would like to understand. The parasite and its host are always undergoing an internal war, where no side ever wins. Meltdown (Rauch Remix) Artist: Love and Death Context: Chip/Harrow Theme

Want to RP with Chip, but not sure how to start? Check the list below for some helpful pointers! Chances are, if you run into a lone purple cat fishing in a river, he'll be most happy to greet you. Chip loves random approaches (and I'm totally cool with 'em). Please feel free to hang out with Chip sometime!

"Chip is happy to meet you!"

Potential RP Hooks

■ Chip lives in La Noscea and enjoys exploring every inch of the island. If you happen to live there, you're bound to run into Chip at some point!

■ Chip was formerly of a small Tribe of the Mole in Thanalan. Perhaps you have heard of them?

■ Travelers from all around have heard of a Miqo'te living in the wilderness that cooks fish for stories. Are you looking to see if the rumors are true for yourself?

O O C

OOC INFORMATION Current Server: ■ Balmung C R E D I T ■ Layout adapted from the profile of D'lyhhia Lhuil ■ Music tab taken from the profile of Glioca Sargonnai ■ Color Key taken from the profile of Seiko Mamushi ■ Inventory idea taken from the profile of Odette Saoirse

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