Alicio Bolaire

Alicio 'Alaria' Bolaire

Blossom Witch of Black Shroud

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GENERAL INFORMATION ❧ NAME: Alicio Bolaire ❧ RACE: Elezen ❧ CLAN: Duskwight ❧ GENDER: Male ❧ ORIENTATION: Homosexual ❧ OCCUPATION: Wandering Herbalist ❧ RESIDENCE: Fullflower Comb

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ❧ ALIASES: Alaria; The Blossom Witch of Black Shroud ❧ AGE: Twenty-Two Namedays ❧ HEIGHT: A little under Six Fulms ❧ WEIGHT: One-Hundred & Forty-Five Ponze ❧ NAMEDAY: Fourth Sun of the Second Umbral Moon ❧ PATRON DIETY: Rhalgr, The Destroyer (renounced) ❧ ALIGNMENT: True Neutral

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• Appearance
• Background
• Personality
• Relationships
• Rumors
• Music
• OOC
• Credit

A P P E A R A N C E

Standing at nearly six fulms tall, Alaria is slightly shorter than below average for the males of his race; with his lilac irises, plump lips, slim build, and skin the color of pale peach blossoms. Taking great care to keep up a presentable image whilst out in the public eye, you'll always see the Elezen's rose tinted hair braided up in a neat ponytail while his bangs hang gently across the sides of his cheeks and forehead. The scar that envelops completely around a small portion of Alaria's neck is always carefully concealed by a variety of ever-changing means (makeup, enchantments, scarves, etc.) unless he's alone. And because of his high affinity with nature, there are usually flower petals hidden within his clothing, or occasionally woven into his hair. Preferring long flowing robes made of thin materials that make traveling within the Black Shroud bearable (especially during the warmer seasons), Alaria can also be seen wearing large, decorated straw hats that block out the sun and loose cotton shirts and pants when working in his garden.

B A C K G R O U N D

When he was only a boy, Alicio learned all too quickly the harsh realities of the real world when his small village was razed to the ground by a band of merciless bandits known only as the Phantom Reapers. As a sea of flames engulfed everything in sight, and the dying screams of the villagers the young Elezen could only call family began to crescendo, Alicio swore to himself that his last breath on this earth wouldn't be taken quietly. But what could a fledgling mage, barely coming into his magic, possibly accomplish against cold-blooded murderers? The leader of the bandits -whether out of curiosity or plain cruelty- decided to take interest in the broken boy and gave him an ultimatum; 'stand your ground to die a worthless death like all the others, or give your life over in service to me'. A seed of malice silently took root, and the Black Shroud saw the birth of a new Reaper that day.

By the time the Duskwight's seventeenth namesday came around, Alaria had grown into his magical abilities quite gracefully with only his owner's stolen tomes to glance through for guidance. With strengths in healing, and a steadily growing knowledge of medicinal herbs, he found his worth within the Reapers increasing with each passing day. It should have terrified him, how easily he grew to accept this life of banditry. But even as he watched the light die out of the eyes of countless innocents who were once like himself, the only thing driving Alaria forward was the day he'd finally be strong enough to drive his master's longsword straight through whatever the man considered to be a heart. Unfortunately, the future is only rarely how we plan for it to be. And before the young man even knew what to make of the path before him, Alaria found his crimson stained world suddenly flipped upside-down by the person who was to steal his very soul.

His name was Jidert Gliehanc, a Wood Wailer barely out of recruitment who wouldn't know a dangerous situation even if it roundhouse kicked him in the stomach. Annoyingly loud, terribly nosy, and stupidly brave; Alaria hated the Wildwood almost as much as he did tanning. But there was something about the man that he could never quite place, some invisible force that always seem to bring the two of them together no matter how hard the pink-haired youth tried to fight against it. Unexpected meetings soon became secret rendezvous deep within the forest as walls crumbled to dust, and precious promises were whispered for no others ears but their own. Children dream of sugar sweet fairy tales and happily ever afters as if they have a right to such things, and Alaria was no different. But he was a child no longer, hadn't been for a long time, so it was foolish to believe that his fantasy dream would last forever.

They would get married, maybe not right away because preparing for an eternal bond took time and dedication, but it was something they were willing to work on. They'd build a nice little house in the Nine Ivies to escape Gridania's day-to-day, close to Hawthorne Hut where they could start putting all the pieces together. They'd be happy, and one day Alaria might've finally stop wishing to have simply died all those years ago. That hope shattered to oblivion as the sword that had haunted the healer's every waking nightmare tore apart Jidert's chest as if the man had simply been made of paper. It's said that in great times of emotional turmoil, mortals are capable of extraordinary feats. And in that instant, Alaria felt only red.

For the spell weavers of Gridania and her citizens alike, keeping the balance of the Elementals are but second nature. All things in this world come with a price -equivalent exchange- and magic is no different. One cannot simply wield an element without first offering up anything in return, or risk the suffering of woodsin. But as Jidert's frozen orbs stared lifelessly towards the heavens, Alaria welcomed forth a tainted flame that swelled within the darkest reaches of his heart and turned all before him to ash. The creature who'd dared claim to be his master was now but a memory, and the all too inevitable price for enacting the Elements' wrath could hardly compare after what had already been stolen from him.

As the searing band of malevolence etched itself around Alaria's throat, it marked the end of many things: his revenge for the childhood he'd lost, the ability to speak, and the future with a man he loved more than even himself. But it would soon be the start to a brand new chapter in this ever changing tale; the story of the Black Shroud's Blossom Witch was only just beginning.

P E R S O N A L I T Y

Even in silence Alaria is able to speak volumes through his careful bodily movements and extensive collection of ever changing facial expressions. At first glance the Elezen might seem a bit hard to approach (considering most of his free time consists of gardening and meditating in shallow rivers), but once one takes that initial step it becomes quite easy to see the emotionally scarred man hidden behind the flowers and sassy façade. Believing that when you allow yourself to care for another, you only end up hurting yourself in the end, Alaria refuses to go out of his way to put himself into unnecessary danger. Doing only what he deems necessary at any given moment, the healer shows both spite and compassion in equal measures when one or the other is due. Quick to distrust, Alaria will only expect the worst of someone until given a reason to believe otherwise.

L I K E S ❧ Tending to his garden. ❧ Lounging around underneath the stars. ❧ Soft melodies. ❧ The touch of silk against his bare skin. ❧ Cold winter nights.

D I S L I K E S ❧ Getting burned/tanning. ❧ Most social interactions. ❧ Crowds of people/large cities in general. ❧ Tight clothing. ❧ His scar.

Q U I R K S ❧ Food: Not too picky about what he puts into his mouth, due mostly to the fact that Alaria was no stranger to going to bed hungry while growing up. Has a fondness for vanilla and caramel. ❧ Communication: Soon growing tired of only being able to write out his thoughts across leaflets for others to understand him, Alaria allowed a Hyur conjurer by the name of Wulfiue teach him the art of sign language in return for his services around the beekeeper farm. ❧ Vices: Unmotivated and distrusting to a fault; has a hard time believing in himself most days let alone anyone else.

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

Color Key

ღ In A Relationship: Alaria is romantically involved with this character.   ❣ Romantic Attraction: Alaria is romantically interested in this character.   ♡ Sexual Attraction Alaria is physically interested in this character.   ღ Platonic Love/Family: Alaria considers this person family.   ♪ Friend: Alaria considers this person his friend.   ♢ Friendly Acquaintance: Alaria considers this person mostly friendly, or as an ally.   ✓ Good Standing: Alaria has no specific feelings about this character, however they left a good impression.   ✓ Neutral: Alaria has no specific feelings about this character.   ✓ Bad Standing: Alaria has no specific feelings about this character, however they left a bad impression.   ♠ Dislike: Alaria doesn't consider this person a friend, and will talk if needed, but try to avoid them.   ♠ Hate: Alaria consider this person an annoyance, and will try to avoid them. Conflict can happen.   ♠ Fear: Alaria is terrified by this character, and will try to avoid them at all cost.   ⚘ Business: This character is either an Alaria's employer, employee, or coworker.   ☩ Deceased: This character has passed away.   ؟ Hidden Feelings/Unknown: This character has one of all the color keys above, but Alaria isn't fully aware of it yet.

N P C   Jidert Gliehanc ( ❣♡☩ ) ( NPC ) - A Shattered Memory The man who showed Alaria what it meant to truly be alive in this world.

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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! ❧ ❝If you're headed out into the woods, keep an eye out for that 'Blossom Witch'. Those herbs of hers' could just as easily be deadly poisons!❞ - Disgruntled Wood Wailer ❧ ❝I saw the witch here in Gridania! I saw the witch! I bet ya' Mother Miounne knows all 'bout her. I'm so jealous!❞ - Hyuran Child ◢ Uncommon Rumors - A little more difficult to hear. Use sparingly or ask first! ❧ ❝Alaria? Aye, I've heard the name before. But I can't say that've ever encountered the person 'round. Those that have always say the same thing though, that even though the Elezen hadn't uttered a single sound, their eyes were as expressive as they were beautiful. I actually wouldn't mind having a look meself one o' these days.❞ - Weary Sellsword ◢ Rare Rumors - Very rarely overheard. Please ask before using! ❧ ❝I don't understand why the Order of the Twin Adder doesn't do anything about that damned murderer in the Shroud! Gliehanc would still be alive today if he'd never crossed paths with that witch!❞ - Gridanian Shopkeeper ❧ ❝I've heard whispers of the Phantom Reapers return! But that couldn't possibly be true...could it!?❞ - Anxious Tavern Wench

P C . ◢ Player Character Rumors - Feel free to add rumors of your own! ❧ ❝Rumor Goes Here❞ Name Goes Here

M U S I C

Songs that inspire Alicio 'Alaria' Bolaire's character.

Elastic Heart Artist: Sia Context: Character Theme Rock Bottom Artist: Hailee Steinfeld ft. DNCE Context: Alaria & Jidert's Bittersweet Romance Part 1 Hypnotic Artist: Vanic x Zella Day Context: Alaria & Jidert's Bittersweet Romance Part 2

O O C

OOC INFORMATION Personal RP Limits ❀ I will play mature content and themes (violence, sexuality, drug/alcohol use) as long as they're logical in a plot-driven encounter. Coarse and excessive language. Temporary injury and incapacitation. Temporary imprisonment, and most walk-up encounters. ❀ Ask about long-term and/or permanent injury and disfigurement, as well as long-term captivity or imprisonment. ❀ I won't play permanent character death or rape plots (unless stated otherwise). Disclaimer ❀ If an aspect of RP makes you uncomfortable in a scene we're playing, please send me a /tell, letting me know. Communication is very important, so never be afraid to speak up and I'll do the same.

CHARACTER TIDBITS Potential Plot Hooks ❀ Gridania/Black Shroud: The easiest way to make in-character contact with Alaria lies with those who traverse the forest nation. (More information about possible character interactions will be added at a later date. ~)

C R E D I T

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