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
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Basic Info

Height:  5' 11.5"

Age:  28

Weight:  190

Complexion:  Caucasian

Eyes:  Blue

Hair:  Blonde


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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, the Bodifords naturally settled in the great city-state of Ul'dah due to it's abundant mineral resources. Seeing a vast potential for prominence and wealth, they eventually transitioned their brass and copper smithing trade into a successful goldsmithing and fine jewelry company which came to be known as, "Bodiford & Sons." Many generations of Bodifords have all been influential members of the Goldsmith's Guild including Adam's father, Henry Thomas Bodiford the 3rd.

When Adam was just a wee lad, Henry would often take him to the Coliseum to watch the mighty gladiators compete. Needless to say, Adam developed a fascination for the art of the blade at an early age. For his 15th birthday he received his first wooden Macuahuitl. His father would often throw a few Gil to the Brass Blade officers at the Scorpion Crossing outpost in Western Thanalan to let his boy go a few rounds with their striking dummies. It was cheaper than buying him his own. Plus, his Mum wasn't to keen on playing with swords in the house.

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. All of that changed, of course, after setting upon the path of the Adventurer. Having to perform the menial tasks of those he once looked down upon, just to gain favor with the Ul'dahn citizens, was quite the humbling experience.

Despite being surrounded by money his whole life, Adam really could care less about wealth. He only sees it as a means to an end. In the end, he would rather be remembered for glory rather than gold: the same glory bestowed upon the gladiators he idolized as a child, the same glory that the Warriors of Light brought upon Eorzea! Many people try to buy glory with wealth. But that kind of true glory can never be bought! As far as Adam is concerned, the glory of victory in battle is worth more than all the Gil in Ul'dah!

Career Goals

It would seem that Adam's career path was a no-brainer: become a Goldsmith, take over the family business, bask in the success of many generations and live happily and wealthily ever after. There was only one problem with that...he had no interest in the life of a Goldsmith whatsoever! The thought of being chained to a grinding wheel, day in and day out, hammering away - always hammering - was a torture he simply could not endure. An Adventurer's life is a dangerous one...but it was always the only life for young Adam. He always said, "I may end up a vagabond on Pearl Lane, but at least I chose my own path!"

As soon as Adam became of age he marched down to The Quicksand to join the Adventurer's guild. Given his love for the arena and experience with the sword (albeit wooden), joining the Gladiator's guild seemed the next most logical choice. Who knows where this noble Adventurer will end up? There are rumors speculating of new guilds and disciplines of the blade being taught in distance lands, such as: the Rogue, the Ninja, and the Paladin. Only time will tell as the Adventure of Adam Bodiford unfolds!

Disciplines

• Gladiator
• Rogue

Guilds

• Adam is currently not a member of any tradecraft guilds.

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.