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| − | | caption = "Let no foot mark your ground."
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| − | | gender = Female
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| − | | citizenship = Ishgard
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| − | | race = Elezen
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| − | | clan = Wildwood
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| − | | stat_1 = Age
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| − | | stat_1_value = Mid to late 20's
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| − | | stat_2 = Religious Affiliation
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| − | | stat_2_value = [[Halone, the Fury]]
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| − | | stat_3 = Nameday
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| − | | stat_3_value = 3rd Sun of the 2nd Astral Moon
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| − | | stat_4 = Height/Weight
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| − | | stat_4_value = ~7 fulms; ~170 ponz
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| − | == <div style="padding:10px 15px; background:#698dc9; font-size:20px; color:#FFFFFF">'''Character'''</div> ==
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| − | Ameline Valtin - a name that few people know. Still young in her mid to late 20's, this fresh-faced nomad has made a habit of staying away from nation-state politics and unquestioningly following her whimsical intuition. Light-hearted and worldly, she
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| − | tends to barter her services for goods or other services rather than dealing in gil. Despite her
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| − | proclivity for the wilder lands, she is the epitome of statuesque Elezen stoicism.
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| − | Between her well-spoken manner and her adamant refusal to get involved with City-State squabbles, it is clear that Ameline has seen
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| − | some form of experience in public administration or a military. Despite this, she remains cagey about
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| − | her young-adult life; often times, she finds it easier to deflect such questions and offer elaborately tall tales on her origins.
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| − | ===Religious Views===
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| − | Ameline is a pious devotee to [[The Twelve]]. Her views on love and happiness
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| − | naturally gravitate her toward the [[Menphina, the Lover|Goddess of Love]]. Ironically, she is a
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| − | solitary creature. Inbetween her posturing on the virtues of being self-reliant, it can
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| − | be observed that she worries for the frailty of the relationships she has established. Despite her rugged lifestyle, she has a
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| − | delicate heart that is easily broken - a trait that causes her to unintentionally keep friends and
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| − | associates from getting too close.
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| − | In addition to her specific reverence to [[Menphina, the Lover|Menphina]], her wandering nature tends to leave her in reverence of the great open road and its patron god, [[Oschon, the Wanderer|Oschon]], watcher of vagrants and wanderers. Among the remaining ten gods and goddesses, Ameline reveres [[Halone, the Fury|Halone]] as a strong, feminine figure to be idolized.
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| − | === Personality ===
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| − | * For a time of strife, Ameline is a relatively pleasant person. She has a warm personality and believes strongly in sharing what little she has with people who need it. As she is something of a vagrant, she is not particularly motivated by gil; she does it because she genuinely enjoys the brief company of new people. Because of this, it is not uncommon for her to offer her services to people gratis or in exchange for some small favor or service. ''(Example: She agrees to escort a physician through the shroud in exchange for a quick look into a pain she's been having in her elbow.)''
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| − | * Ameline is very seldom abrasive or crass. She internalizes disrespectful comments and maintains a level of respectful decorum when speaking to others. If she is treated with respect, she will usually sincerely enjoy the company of others. If she is not, she will do what she can to excuse herself from the situation. If that is not an option, she will simply clam up and have very little to say. In this state, it is common for her to avoid making eye contact with her conversational partner.
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| − | * She has a way of seeming very genuine when she talks. Her big green eyes zero in on the eyes of the person she's talking to making a conversation with her a generally pleasant experience. She tends to prefer listening to talking, but will not shy away from storytelling. She most certainly gets more enjoyment out of her typically dour tales than her audiences.
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| − | * Old rivalries, bigotry, and xenophobia may be in her blood as an Elezen - but she has been on both sides of this and does not like the way it feels. Because of this, abrasive comments based on citizenship, race, religion, etc. can get her a bit worked up. With that said, Ameline can be accused of hypocrisy. The scant population of Elezen tends to have her gravitate toward her kin that she randomly comes across. If she were to see a Hyur and an Elezen traveling on separate paths of a road, she would dash to the Elezen first.
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| − | * The wilds can be a lonely place and Ameline is not immune to this fact. She is willing to converse with just about anyone and absolutely adores being approached in public to make small-talk. She enjoys hearing tall tales; travelers with implausibly grandiose stories from far away lands light up her eyes. In discussing the lonely road, it should also be noted that Ameline can be easily taken in by whimsical plans. ''(Example: If someone tells Ameline, "You really ought to see the palace sometime." She takes that quite literally as an invitation to join her conversation partner and may ask for him/her to take her there.)''
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| − | * While her attraction to adventure often leaves her caught up in fancies of romance, she is quite fastidious about who she chooses for courtship.
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| − | ===Physical Appearance===
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| − | * While generally comely for a Wildwood Elezen, she is exceptionally tall. It is not uncommon for her above-average height to be one of the first topics of conversation with new folks. Standing at almost 7 fulms, she towers over Hyur and has a good head taller than many other Elezen females.
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| − | * Although she has gentle features, it is clear that there is a base-line power to the way she moves. While she has a lithe look about her, close inspection would show you that there is strength in her long, seemingly slender limbs. To see her negotiating difficult terrain, hunting wild game, and various other physically-oriented activities that she participates in would easily demonstrate this strength to an observer.
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| − | * Ameline is not the most glamorous, busty, or well-dressed Elezen woman - but there is a rustic intrigue to the way she presents herself. Her countenance has a perpetual expression of interest and vitality that seems to convey a sense of approachability to the passerby. Despite her free-roaming lifestyle, she seems to have a sense of manners and decorum. It would be reasonable to assume that she has been classically educated after meeting her (despite the fact that this may or may not be the case.)
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| − | * Despite her attractive proportions and rustic charm, there's no getting around it: Ameline is clumsy and uncoordinated. It is quite common for her long slender arms to collide with a bowl or tankard on a table as she passes it by. Because of this, she seems to be a bit self-conscious in formal functions.
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| − | * She has a very small yet distinguishing birthmark below her right eye.
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| − | ===Commonly-Worn Attire/Accessories/Equipment===
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| − | * Almost always wears a bandana, beret, or other form of hat over her usually long, dark-brown hair.
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| − | * Carries a small notebook and a very old ornate rose-gold charcoal case for chronicling her travels, making rubbings, and drawing vistas that inspire her as she moves from place to place. It can always be found on her person if searched for.
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| − | * Conceals a small (3 ilm) dagger that fits in her boot for personal protection. It is typically not visible without a pat-down or the removal of her boots. Unlike her jewelry, the dagger seems keen and newly forged. Perhaps something happened recently to give her cause to conceal a weapon?
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| − | ===Scars===
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| − | * Three dagger-sized crosshatched stab wound scars line her right shoulder, specifically located on the back side of her shoulder half way between her neck and arm. The scars do not seem to have been tended to professionally; instead sutured crudely by an amateur. She tends to favor her shoulder, indicating that the internal damage still brings her discomfort.
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| − | * A coin-sized scar is apparent right above her right clavicle. A close observer may come to the conclusion that it is the result of an arrow wound. It seems to have faded through time, but is still easily spotted when her neck/upper chest is exposed.
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| − | * The faint marking of a large beast's sharp bite dots her abdomen. The small toothy scars seem very old and faded and are only apparent upon close inspection.
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| − | ==<div style="padding:10px 15px; background:#698dc9; font-size:20px; color:#FFF">'''Combat'''</div> ==
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| − | Ameline has a very utilitarian concept of combat. While she shows some signs of being professionally
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| − | trained, she relies heavily on traps and cunning. Her solid and lengthy build gives her a natural tendency to
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| − | face adversaries or game for hunt using the spear/lance or bow. When engaging another person in
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| − | combat, she tends to aim for disabling attacks as opposed to mortal wounding attacks. Her general style
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| − | is one of patient precision than wild aggression. She will drop into a defensive stance, attempting to
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| − | parry, dodge, and deflect incoming blows until she gets a feel for the combat style of her opponent.
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| − | Once she sizes up her foe, she will quickly strike with non-lethal precision until her opponent yields
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| − | or makes it clear that a non-lethal conclusion will not be an option.
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| − | ===Weapons/Equipment Carried===
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| − | * Small dagger in her right boot.
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| − | * A satchel for carrying provisions (food, water, hunted game).
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| − | * A main armament of some kind - usually a very large 10 fulm lance or a finely-crafted bow and quiver.
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| − | * Does not typically wear heavy armor; if armor is worn at all, it is likely a snow-white dyed plate for ceremonial purposes.
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| − | * Occasionally carries a small, foreign-looking lute-like instrument.
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| − | '''''Note:''''' Not all weapons and equipment are carried into a town when Ameline passes through.
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| − | Typically, she will make camp on the outskirts of the town and only carry what she needs inside in
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| − | order to keep her load light and have plenty of room to bring provisions back to her encampment.
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| − | == <div style="padding:10px 15px; background:#698dc9; font-size:20px; color:#FFF">'''Tendencies'''</div> ==
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| − | * Quiet and attentive. It isn't bashfulness, she simply enjoys listening to the musings of others.
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| − | * Very cagey with her intentions - She will likely deflect direct attempts to suss out her motivations for her behavior.
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| − | * When bored or unstimulated, she may make startling and detailed confessions on unpleasant topics to prod for reactions. Whether she is being truthful - only she knows for certain.
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| − | * Typically kind and warm. If Ameline is unkind to someone, they are likely excessively rude or crass.
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| − | * Will not allow healers to remove her scars. She has a general distrust of healing magicks and practitioners of such.
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| − | * Has an observable aversion to public displays of romantic affection toward her. Sweet words or touch are generally met with an awkward silence and excessive blinking.
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| − | * Has a tendency to hum a tune as she ponders. She may slip into it mid-conversation. Depending on her mood, the tune may grow louder - but it is always the same tune.
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| − | * Seems to be found chewing, smoking, or eating a particularly pungent plant more often than not. When asked about it, she admits freely that it is milkroot and that it "calms her nerves."
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| − | ==<div style="padding:10px 15px; background:#698dc9;font-size:20px;color:#FFF;">'''Related Images'''</div>==
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| − | File:Ame-ceci2.png|Ameline w/ twin Cecilie
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| − | File:avwik-4.png|Lazy Day
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| − | File:avwik-6.png|Sunset
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| − | File:avwik-7.png|Coerthas Gravity
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| − | File:Ame1.png|Sing a song!
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| − | File:AV001.png|Angry Ameline
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| − | File:AV002.png|Sad Ameline
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| − | File:Ames55.png|Tranquility
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| − | == <div style="padding:10px 15px; background:#698dc9; font-size:20px; color:#FFF">'''Rumours'''</div>==
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| − | [Feel welcome to add IC rumors of your own ranging from wildly inaccurate to empirically true.]
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| − | * "I've seen that gangly thing haunting this place before. She sits among many and says very little. Twenty gil says she's just another illiterate rube." - Debating inn patron #1.
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| − | * "Have you heard the way she talks? She's no noble, true, but she's clearly educated my friend." - Debating inn patron #2.
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| − | * "Oh, lady Ameline! She's told some very wonderful poetry at the pilgrimages Lady Jancis has been leading." ''whispers'' "Ask her about compromised bathing outside of Limsa. It's a funny story." - [[Ojune Wajune]]
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| − | * "Lady Valtin sounds refined though it takes a higher vocabulary and some bit of thinking to get what she's saying at first, though I'm used to that now. I also have to say she has quite an amazing singing voice too. I do wonder when I'll meet her again and swap tales." - [[Kurt Steel]]
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| − | * "The gira-- yeah Ameline Valtin. She was nosy and didn't exactly talk straight, but she was also at least empathetic and understanding. That said, don't you dare tell her I enjoyed her company or I will find you and you will regret it." - [[Ramona Spencer]]
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| − | ==<div style="padding:10px 15px; background:#698dc9; font-size:20px; color:#FFF">'''Footnotes'''</div>==
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| − | '''''Alignment''':'' Chaotic Good.<br />
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| − | She has a kind heart, but cares little for the politics or current events that do not affect her directly. She may show a lackadaisical attitude toward authority, but would not openly defy it unless it came into direct conflict with her moral compass or convictions.
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