Zanzan Yanzan
Character
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♦ General
Zanzan Yanzan is an aspiring adventure and Thaumaturge in training. The son of a Dunefolks Lalafell, Ixion Quintox, and a Plainsfolk Lalafell, Oboju Noboju, two experienced mages which contributed to Zanzan's natural talent for magic. Born and raised in La Noscea, he lived among a lively and diverse environment with people of far-reaching cultures which in turn fed into his curiosity of the world and his open and welcoming demeanor after his experience with individuals from different walks of life.
His life was relatively normal though worry came to his family when he began to show an unstable connection to the aether which began his training in the art of magic as a way to control it. However, his family's life took a turn as the Calamity hit, resulting in the death of Oboju during his earlier years.
Currently, he travels and explores the world, aiding any in search of need all the while taking up contracts to support himself and his family, and previously before, underneath the colors of the Immortal Flames. He hopes that one day he'd be able to settle down and find a new place for his family but currently, lives on the path of the road. However, he'll never stop in making Eorzea and the lands beyond a safe place for all.
Character Music
A Shield For Many. A Friend to All.
♦ Appearance and Other Attributes
Zanzan Yanzan is a lalafell of average height and wild, earthy brown hair. The most oddest of his features are his green and blue eyes which are shared yet reversed with his twin sister. He often wears a warm expression, meeting everyday with a smile.
He commonly wears a large, weathered coat, which is interiorly lined with scales for added protection, hiding most of his physical features if his hat hadn't accomplished that in the first place.
Many may assume that the Lalafell is young, if his appearance did not confuse the non-popotos already, due to his lively demeanor though his deeper and smoother voice immediately betrays that initial thought. He speaks with a light La Noscean accent (common in seafaring folk) though usual his manner of speaking is closer to that of a traveling bard, possibly contributed by his love for story-telling and extensive book reading.
[Temporary Change: Zanzan has recently taken up the effort to comb and style his usually messy hair. He even sports fresh clothing from time to time. What is he planning?]
♦ Behaviour
Zanzan is an open, friendly, and welcoming individual, greeting most individuals like friends, even if they were total strangers, a trait he had adopted from being raised by his father. However, this does not mean his is easily swayed and is naturally perceptive to emotions and behaviors which may be contributed by his curious and observant nature.
He approaches most jobs with overwhelming optimism, at least, openly, another trait passed by down his father. While he has child-like energy, he meets most occasions with maturity and respect. Though that isn't to say that the Lalafell isn't completely in control of his emotions. One may find him stubborn in his philosophies and does not hold back on his expression of emotions whether display of sorrow relating to uselessness or one of anger due to dishonesty shown by his peers.
Character Quotes
"Come on then, friends! This job isn't going to finish themselves. Mayhaps the bards will soon tell the tales of our adventures and deeds? Oh, imagine striding through the taverns as we are heralded like the Scions! What a dream that'll be..."
"I lost my Pa... My family lost their home. If you think that is not enough reason for what I do then I do not wish to speak to you anymore. We're all connected as the stars in the sky... Let us at least make this a better place, a better home, for ourselves."
Combat
While Zanzan is naturally talented in Thaumaturgy, it doesn't matter much without more experience and study in the field. Due to his aetherial imbalance, he often attempts to stabilize his channeling with two scepters that could be attached by their hilts to form a staff. He also shows himself as an agile and quick individual though that may come from him being a Lalafell avoiding larger predators than actually being learned from close combat.
One wouldn't expect a mage to experience episodes of aetherial sickness. However, it is a different case for Zanzan due to his aetherial imbalance and the instable connection he has to the aether. Extensive casting of spells may result in an aetherial burst of energy which, while may be potentially beneficial in defeating enemies, could infuse his body with more aether he could handle.
In addition to this, he is also currently looking to train in close-quarters combat in hopes that it'll increase his physical fortitude and as a back up in the case that his magic fails him.
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Rumours
- ■ (Common) "Nearly ate out me entire stock! I almost had to shove the lil' guy out so my other customers would 'ave somethin' to eat." - Limsa Lominsan Chef
- ■ (Common) "If yer lookin' for help, look for tha'lalafell... Uh... What 'is name again? Ah! Right, Zanzan Yanzan. Good lad, he is." - La Noscean Ferryman
- ■ (Common) "Papa! Papa! Do you think Zanzan's going to be here tonight? I want to hear stories again! Stories!" - A Farmer's Child
- ■ (Uncommon) "Well... Mayhaps if he was a little bit taller I'll... Umm... Oh darn it, why couldn't he be some rugged Highlander or an Elezen... Sigh... He's such a sweetheart." - Ul'dahn Miqo'te Dancer
- ■ (Uncommon) "He does some good work out here and the denizens here seem to love him. Can't say I'm too comfortable letting a Thaumaturge running around in the Shroud though. I will be watching him." - Twin Serpant Officer
- ■ (Rare) "I found him runnin' out of some alley, crying, angry or some shite. Decided to check on the commotion and the next thin' I know, the entire place was frozen like some fuckin' Coerthas wasteland! I can't say much about those thugs though, only that it took an entire day to chip their arses out of that ice." - Brass Blade Private
Player Character Rumours
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- ■ "I want t'eat him." - Meyla Sarka
- ■ "I have seen him eat enough food to put a giant or two to shame." - Braxis Wynterwulf
- ■ "'Tis hard to believe he was once friends with one of the most insane Moon-sisters I knew, yet he is not insane himself. Twelve have preserved his kindness and honor." - Kiht Jakkya
- ■ "Fatass Lalafell, bottomless stomach, warn your chef." - Z'beexu Vhoz