Ritsu Arlow

Ritsu Knoltros (Previously Arlow)
Gender	Female
Race	Elezen
Clan	Wildwood
Citizenship	Gridania
Place of Birth	Gridania
Nameday	3rd Sun of the 4th Umbral Moon
Marital Status	Married
Occupation	Archer/Tracker

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Appearance

Height: 6'5

Weight: 175 ponze

Complexion: Pale

Hair: Dark Brown

Eyes: Ice blue

Character History

The Arlows

The Arlows were not initially so wealthy; Genma had to earn every ilm of his property and his wealth with his skills at crafting fine bows, providing wealthy adventurers and the Archer's Guild with plenty of finely-crafted weapons. This raised his wealth and fame up to a level most common-folk could only dream of, beginning to make a name for himself throughout Gridania. Genma then married his wife, Ophelia Arlow, who was the daughter of a small noble house in Ishgard.

Opehila loved to read doman literature and could have been seen reading them from time to time, which would explain the origin of her daughters' first names. Her first child was Karin, would seemed to be a bit unusual compared to other children. She didn't express her emotions much, keeping mostly to herself most of the time. Five cycles later, Opehila bore another child, Ritsu Arlow. The family seemed complete, everything seemed to look content looking from the outside, but things are not always what they seem.

Genma began teaching Ritsu how to wield the bow at a very young age, keeping her way of life in accordant to his future plans. Genma believed that the way of the bow was the true way to fight, teaching Ritsu skills and techiques that the members of the Archer's Guild would not learn until many years later in their training. Ritsu had an innate talent for archery, picking up the aspects of using a bow rather quickly. The father was quite happy with his daughters, believing that they would be fine wives for his planned arranged marriages in the future.

When Ritsu was just a toddler, Ophelia began showing signs of magical affinity not known to anyone before. This newfound ability came with reprocussions as she did not have a sense of control with it, causing her to accidentally burn down her chocobo stables. All but two of the chocobos were lost during the fire, causing her to fear for the safety of her family. This was when she decided to leave, leaving her daughters without a mother.

Karin soon learned of the arranged marriage planned for her, disagreeing with her father as it was not her choice to wed. However, Genma stated that he was her father and he knew what was best for his daughters, not stepping down from his stance. This was when fled for the Arlow estate, leaving Ritsu there when she was only ten cycles of age. Genma went in search of his daughter, but she was nowhere to be found, leaving him with only Ritsu.

He began trying to control and shelter his only daughter now, hoping that she would fulfill his wishes that her sister refused to accept. However, the man did not know that attempting to tighten the grip of Ritsu would cause her to follow suit with her sister, fleeing the Arlow Estate several cycles later.

Sirius Business

After leaving her families’ estate, Ritsu needed to find employment in order to be able to stand on her own two feet. Having not been out much in the real world, she was at a loss at where to acquire one. This is when she met a lalafell named Sirius Cicero, a clever dunesfolk who had the desire to restore his Grandfathers company which was called the "Special Trading and Retainer Services" (also known as "S.T.A.R.S"). He hired Ritsu as a guide, assisting him in his travels as well as trying to keep him on track to achieve his goal. Sirius was not the easiest to work for as he was prone to become sidetracked quite often with things that peaked his interest. However, Ritsu did what she could to keep him moving forward, prying the man from a book every so often. Ritsu struggled to help him rebuild his company, but sadly that never came to fruition.

Although she was not able to assist the lalafell in his goal, she did learn quite a bit along the journey, honed her skills as an archer, as well as taking part of several unforgettable experiences. She pressed onwards to find another line of work.

The Coyote Arrives

She met a hyur by the name of Canis Latrans near the time where she and Sirius realized that their goal was going to stay a dream. This hyur was studying to become a conjurer, requesting the aid of Ritsu to escort him from Gridania in the Shroud all the way to Camp Horizon in Western Thanalan. Considering that she already gained experience in being a guide before as well as sounding like it would be completed easily enough, she accepted his request.

Charming, handsome, and cunning are all words that could be used to describe the man. These weren't the only words that could describe him, she soon realized. It was only a matter of time that she learned of this man's true intent and goals.

The Coyote's Sibling

She was tasked in keeping an eye on Canis’ younger sister, Llilith Aureus. She was only his half-sister, but she loved and cared for her older brother more than anyone could. She had a temper, however, which caused her to get into quite a bit of trouble. This caused Canis to employ Ritsu as her personal bodyguard to make sure that she behaved properly… To the best of her ability, that is.

This job proved to be quite difficult for Ritsu as the miqo’te seemed to have a knack in causing issues in public areas, often having to apologize in her steed as well as being forced to get involved in confrontations in order to protect Llilith’s life.

Personality

Flaws

• Very stubborn, which does cause her to bump heads with others at the time.

Fears

• Certain magic.

• Her own magic abilities and the lack of control over them.

• Losing people dear to her.

Talents

• Quick, accurate archer.

• Tracking.

• Clearheaded. Able to think logically even while under stress.

• Mediator. Able to calm down certain situations which would have escalated otherwise.

Fun Favorites

• Color: Hunter Green.

• Food: Antelope Steak.

• Drinks: Mulled Tea.

• Scent: Ocean breeze.

• Place: Costa del Sol, Limsa Lominsa.

• Festival: Moonfire Faire.

Abilities and Skills

Personal

• (WIP)

Weapons

• Oak bow Ritsu's father, Genma Arlow, made her.

• Sarnga bow her beloved Flynt gave her. He had her father and Chappa make it for her.

Magic

• Ritsu inherited strong magic from her mother, as did her sister Karin. While Karin embraced it, Ritsu suppressed it. At times in emotional distress it may manifest. She has strong negative views on certain magics, due to her encounters with various mages.

Rumors and Relationships

Rumors Some of these rumors are untrue or are greatly exaggerated. Please feel free to add your own rumors under PC! ◢ Common Rumors (Easily overheard) ■“I heard she comes from a well off noble family.” ■“I usually see her trying to talk sense into her friends.” ■“Geez..just how many suitors does she have?” ■“I heard she married some miqo'te. Such a pity...” ◢ Moderate Rumors (Moderately difficult to overhear) ■“I could have sworn I heard she was working with a Garlean before.” ■“You know...there has been books loosely based on her.” ■“I heard she ran away from home to escape an arranged marriage.” ◢ Rare Rumors (Very difficult or rarely overheard) ■“I heard that elezen archer killed a woman in broad daylight in the market." ■“I have seen her on the docks before! She knows her way around a boat. ” ◢ PC Rumors (Rumors from the character's of other players) ■ ■ ■ ■

Relationships ♥ Romantic Interest ♥ Platonic Love ● Good Standing ● Poor Standing ♥ Flynt Knoltros : Ritsu first spotted the man in the Wench as he gazed a moment too long at her ward, Ilithyia Aureus. Ilithyia promptly walked up to him, giving him quite the grief over his eyeing of her. The next time Ritsu and Flynt crossed paths was in Gridania; this was when Ilithyia finally introduced the two. Ritsu was grateful to finally meet someone that didn't fall for Ilithya antics, noticing that he was different from the rest. After this introduction, They had ran into each other several times, either by coincidence or planned, until he finally came up to her in the Bismark. The two began to realize that they had quite a bit in common; both sharing a common love for hunting among other things. Their relationship quickly blossomed, beginning to rely on one another for the obstacles that began coming their way as well as putting the well-being of each other above anything else. It was then that each had a desire to be with one another, that one could not live without the other. They solidified this bond by marrying one another, vowing that they would always be by one another's side until the end of time. ♥ Roger Holmes : Ritsu's first encounter with the miqo'te was on the steps outside the Quicksand. The Roger foolishly tried to talk of peace to her hot headed ward, Ilithyia, which caused him to end up in the fountain. Roger came across Ritsu alone and the two discovered they had much in common. Roger quickly became very dear to her, she considers him one of her dearest and closest friends. ♥ Karin Arlow : Ritsu's older sister by five cycles who fled from their estate while Ritsu was only ten cycles old. This was her decision to escape an arranged marriage, leaving Ritsu without a sibling for a time. She was discovered once again by Ritsu and her companions, Flynt and Roger. Initially Ritsu was quite leery of her sister, not remembering much about Karin due to the age she was when Karin left. However, Ritsu eventually been to warm up to her older sister once more, beginning to bond with her and speak to her about matters which an elder sister could assist with. The sisters share an unusual bond, showing similar characteristics such as wandering off random in a conversation as well as having the ability to quietly judge others. ● Valon Fyren : Ritsu met Valon back when she was employeed by Canis. At first she viewed Valon as someone to keep an eye on, but the relationship shifted to when he because someone she trusted. After discovering Canis was not the man she thought he was, Valon became an ally against him. ● Sirius Cicero : A dunefolk lalafell that became Ritsu's first employer and dear friend. At the time she met Sirius, he was in the process of resurrecting his grandfathers trading company. Sadly, it never came to pass as Sirius was always much more interested in his books and seeking out new things. He is now a well written author, even used Ritsu as a muse for many of his books. ● Canis Latrans : Canis Lantrans was Ritsu's second employer. She soon learned of his more darker nature, conflicting with her own morals. A Garlean spy with his own agenda to "better" Eorzea. Ritsu left his employment shortly after learning of certain deeds. Even after severing her ties to him, he often tried to use Ritsu and her new found friends in one plot or another.

Music Themes

Lavanya

After the Fall

♥ Ritsu & Flynt themes

Come Away With Me

Music Video

Flynt and Ritsu's Wedding

Pictures

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  Ritsu.

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  Sisters - Karin & Ritsu Arlow.

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  Ritsu & Sirius - her friend/first employer.

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  Flynt & Ritsu sharing the view in Coerthas.

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  Starry night.

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  Flynt checking on Ritsu after an encounter with Canis.

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  Ritsu with Roger's chocobo - Watson.

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  Ritsu & Roger.

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  Ritsu & Roger.

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  Wedding Day.

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  Flynt & Ritsu - Happily ever after.

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  The Knoltros.

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  Lalafell Ritsu and Flynt

Other Notes

Wanted for Interesting Roleplay

• (WIP)

Annotations

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