Adam Bodiford

Adam Bodiford
Gender	Male
Race	Hyur
Clan	Midlander
Citizenship	Ul'dah
Nameday	25th Sun of the 2nd Astral Moon
Guardian	Nald'thal
Class	Gladiator

Basic Info

Height:  5' 11"

Age:  28

Weight:  190

Complexion:  Caucasian

Eyes:  Blue

Hair:  Blonde

Etymology

Bodiford

The family name, Bodiford, is one of the oldest Hyur names of Eorzea. It was originally a name for a person who worked as a coppersmith or a dealer in baterie, which is a term for beaten copper or brassware. The surname, Bodiford, is possibly derived from the word bateor, meaning one who beats, a term which has been applied to a beater of cloth or fuller. The surname may also be a short form of the word orbatour, which means a beater of gold. Variations of the surname include: Batsford, Batesford, Batisford, Botsford, Botsforth, and many more.

History

The Bodiford ancestors came to Eorzea during the first great Hyur migratory wave in the Sixth Astral Era. Specializing in metalworking and smithing, the Bodifords naturally settled in the great city-state of Ul'dah given it's abundant mineral resources and history of prominence and wealth. Adam's great, great, great, great, (etc), grandfather was actually one of the founding members of the Goldsmith's Guild. His father, following in the family business, needless to say became quite wealthy.

Concerned by not seeing a clear path Fearing that their wealthy lifestyle might somehow corrupt their son's , Adam's parents decided to cut him off at the age of

Personality

Adam was always a care-free spirit, never wanting for anything. Most that know him wouldn't go so far as to call him "spoiled", but it's fair to say he never fully developed an appreciation for the value of hard work. As such, his parents wisely decided to cut him off from the family fortune so that he could learn to make his own way. Obviously, Adam was not to thrilled about this and holds a bit of a grudge against his parents.

Career Goals

One of Adam's favorite pastimes as a youth was spectating at the many Ul'dahn fighting arenas. So naturally, he has always aspired to become a great gladiator.

Disciplines

• Gladiator

Affiliations

Adam is not yet affiliated with any groups or companies. He is always looking for a positive and well-organized Free Company to join who shares his same ambitions.