Paul Desmond
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| Gender | Male |
| Race | Hyur |
| Clan | Midlander |
| Citizenship | Limsa Lominsa |
| Age | 28 |
| Server | Balmung |
Character
General
Paul Desmond is a man of honor and loyalty. He commands respect through his stature, strength, and wealth. He is a paragon of virtue; a knight of the Goddess.
Appearance
Through hours of laborious venture into the world, Paul's strength is reflected through his chiseled body. Short, unkempt yet styled blonde hair shines over his tan body. Average height, around 5'8".
Behavior
Paul Desmond is an honorable man. He lives by truth and justice. Though money is not an issue through his wealth, he views money as a corrupting power and never seeks glory through riches. Paul is not corruptible; with a very strong mind there is no evil found in him. Paul is calm and collected; focused. His driving force is love. This is a self-sacrificing love Paul has for others. He is selfless. He has no weakness, save for a pretty lady who may happen upon his path. Paul was once married to a beautiful Miqo'te, Y'sariel. There was not one thing Paul would not do for her. Though Paul has no companions from his past, he is a loyal man and faithful to any he would deem worthy of his heart, should that scenario arise. Until that time, Paul did at times spend the evening with a random woman from time to time for mere pleasure and could be found at inns and bars consuming rum.
Combat
General
Paul Desmond's main military strength is his sword. He lent his blade as aid after the Calamity, scouring the land of evil Imperials and feral beasts. Though not violent in nature, Paul will not hesitate to pierce the body of a threatening foe, especially one who disrespects women. A man of a few different talents, Paul will assume whatever role necessary to make sure he protects the ones he loves.
Gladiator/Paladin
Paul has embraced the disciplines and martial powers of the paladins. Through vigilance and honor, Paul has embraced a life of servitude to the greater good. Paul travels frequently; lending his aid where he can in the defense of those who need it.
Marauder/Warrior
An almost forgotten ideal, Paul embraced the path of the warrior for sheer raw power in the face of his opponents. Capable of taking on several enemies at once and avoiding most injuries, Paul assumes this role when he anticipates taking on several foes at once that will tax a healer's abilities.
Lancer/Dragoon
Legendary knights that have a particular talent for dealing with dragons, Paul has learned the aerial attacking art of dragoons for when his travels take him to Coerthas or across other lands that house dragons and their kind.
Conjurer/White Mage
Driven by the desire to aid those close to him, Paul learned the arts of the conjurers and through this, that of white magic. There is also an something from within that impelled Paul to learn this art...
Tendencies
Likes
- Women
- Justice
- Alcohol
- Honor
Dislikes
- Dishonorable men
- Evil
- Corrupted hearts
- Disrespect
Hobbies/Talents
- Poetry
- Illusions/magic tricks
- Drinking
Other
- Does not tolerate liars.
- Respects others until proven unworthy
Relationships
Family
Paul has no family save for a long lost brother (Paul has been reunited with Ezekial) and a resentful uncle, Micah. His parents died before the calamity; they lived out full lives. Paul lost his dearest, Y'sariel, during the Calamity. Also being a fierce warrior, they fought together to protect Gridania. Y'sariel's life was taken before Paul's eyes. Having no children Paul was completely alone until he found his brother.
Friends
While Paul has deep respect for others he encounters, he has no friends from his past. Currently he can be seen with two friends, Kehda and Za; the latter having a striking resemblance to his late wife which did not help Paul move on from his dark past. Nevertheless, Paul overcame this trial and let go of his past. Since that time Paul has formed close friendships with Za, Kehda, Ysobel, Y'sara, and Y'dyalani. They do what it takes to ensure the safety of each other as they traverse the lands of Eorzea.
Paul can often be seen with I'lyana Rhiki. A female Miqo'te with a deadly set of fists; she has been kind enough to help Paul in different situations involving his past.
Ilwe'ran Hlaiwa and Nebula Stardancer. These two are among Paul's most trusted companions. Under that covering Paul will protect them in any scenario (as he would with all his other comrades).
Romantic Interests
Lara Stroggy: Paul met by a fraction of a chance Lara Stroggy through their travels in the forests of Gridania. It was a brief and innocent meeting. Then two suns later Lara happened upon Paul near Bentbranch. Something sparked there and after a few suns of a slight cat and mouse game, the two were romantically entwined like the grape vines of Aleport.
Over the next dozen suns, their love grew immensely and at an exponential rate. But the unthinkable happened. Against a sworn oath to never forsake her, Paul left Lara for another. Through this unbecoming action, Paul broke Lara's heart and subconsciously broke his own.
Recently, through the strands of an ironic fate, Paul happened upon Lara in the North Shroud. In an effort to repay in a small way what he did to her, Paul offered Lara back her family heirloom. She refused as it was a gift. Paul set it back at his right side where it sat since she initially gave it to him, and there it will sit forever.
After this, in an effort to regain her trust, Paul swore a life debt to Lara. Whatever her wish is he will do. Whatever it takes he will atone for his wrong; by his life he will protect hers. This young woman needn't but speak Paul's name and he will answer.
Enemies
Paul's uncle Micah actively seeks Paul. Distraught over not inheriting the fleet, and further Paul not selling it to Micah, Micah is actively seeking out Paul. Malice in his heart, Micah would be sure to end Paul's life given the opportunity.
Rumors
Common Rumors
- Paul Desmond once took off a man's ear with his blade. A drunk who would not leave a pretty lady alone, Paul threw a dagger at his head that clipped the man's ear. As watchers laughed and the man grasped his ear he said, "You missed me you dumb drunk." Paul calmly stated, "That was not a miss. You obviously can't hear the pretty lady telling you to stop. Now run along before I cut your other ear." Thus Paul has been known to be a protector among women in the bars he frequents.
Moderate Rumors
- Those who view Paul drinking view him as a drunkard. Call him that to his face...
- Take a woman's dignity and Paul will take your life.
Rare Rumors
- Those who know Paul know that he deeply sought companionship. He was haunted by Y'sariel's death. Some say his only cure was for someone to love him.
- The search for Micah has lead Paul to the Far East. The aura Paul portrayed has caused some to call him Onryo (vengeful spirit).
PC Rumors
- None at this time. If you encounter Paul, feel free to make a rumor! ^.^
History/Timeline
Paul Desmond is a military man. He served the three Grand City States during and after the Calamity. Currently he lives off his wealth and spends his days defending those around him and his close friends. Before that, Paul was a sailor. His father owned a fleet of ships used to charter goods. After Paul's father passed away in sleep, he inherited the business. Around the time Paul was married he sold the business to take care of his wife and help his mom until she passed in sleep.
