Coatleque Crofte

Coatleque Crofte
Gender	Female
Race	Hyur
Clan	Highlander
Citizenship	Ul'Dah
Age	23
Marital Status	Vulnerable
Occupation	Paladin, Armorer & Blacksmith
Height/Weight	5 fulms, 8 ilms / 150 ponz
Nicknames	"CC", Lady Crofte

Coatleque Crofte (pronounced cottl-ee-kay) is, by her knowledge, the only remaining survivor of her fishing village from the north. Her life has been hard since the Calamity, but she is slowly working to piece it back together and raise her station.

General Demeanor

Coatleque tries to appear and act like a proper lady at all times. She will almost always be in uniform as this is the only symbol she has of her current station in society. To the common man she can easily fit the role of a knight, but to a true aristocrat her sometimes rough mannerisms and verbal slip-ups are blatantly clear. She is still the daughter of a fisherman after all.

While on duty her purpose is clear. She acts with respect and exudes the authoritative presence one would expect of the Sultansworn. She will avoid idle banter as well and only interject if she has a relevant point to make. Otherwise, business is business.

On the chance that you catch her off of duty, she is shy and awkward socially. Having to see everyone else's lives play out before her on a daily bases, she often forgets to have her own. Since taking up her mantle as the public face of the Sultansworn she has begun to open up more socially, however.

Education / Job History

- See Background for more detail -

Behind all her pretense, Coatleque has a rather sharp mind. While she started off with nothing due to her upbringing, the eventual life she was forced into brought great opportunity for her to learn. She taught herself to read and write in her time alone, learned a few sensual arts such as massage, and how to speak to the cultural elite of the city. Granted, not much of this helps in her current profession. She is no expert, by far, but does retain basic knowledge of things she was exposed to in the brothel.

She knows the basics of conjuration as her first inclination upon gaining her freedom was to help others. She met her dear friend Jancis Milburga during this time and the two became inseparable. Unfortunately she just wasn't able to grasp some of the gentler concepts and decided to leave.

Taking up a sword, she joined the Brass Blades. She knew them as the ones who freed her from a life of forced servitude. They knew her as the high-class whore some of them often visited years before. Unable to gain an onze of respect among the wolves, she left to end the bullying if nothing else.

With nowhere else to turn she found herself registering at the Gladiator's guild with the mind of meeting a quick death in the Colosseum. It turned out she had picked up the sword rather well. Very well in fact, and quickly gained both respect and station. With new-found purpose in life and a talent she could exploit, she did not hesitate to swear her life in service of the Sultana when given the chance. Now a member of the Sultansworn elite, she spends her time protecting Her Grace while trying to keep the peace between her other investigations.

Spirituality

A firm believer in the Twelve, Coatleque relies on them for strength and guidance. She will not push her beliefs on others however. She simply does not understand how some could so blatantly ignore the truths that she feels are so evident in the world around her.

She used to pray to Menphina the most, in private, as she felt she has committed some slight against the Lover which had placed a curse upon her life that dooms any meaningful relationship to fail or be ripped from her. Recently, she has adopted Rhalgr, the god of her homeland, as her patron. This was spurred on by her most recent relationship failure, as well as the death of a close friend. These events made her realize she can no longer remain on neutral ground where politics and justice collide.

She is also closely tied to Nymeia, whom she believes places portents of things to come in the dreams of those who are destined to change them.

Combat - Views & Behavior

Coatleque will carry her longsword by her side while on duty. It is kept sharp, well oiled, and can be drawn at a moment's notice. She will use this sword both single and two-handed as necessary, favoring either quick defense or strong offense. She carries her shield only if brought into a campaign where a larger battle is assured. She has no love for war, however, and will avoid mass conflicts when possible.

Her mastery of the longsword is what one would expect from the elite of Ul'dah, though she is certainly no grandmaster swordsman. While she shows good form and technique, she tires quickly and makes more glaring mistakes the longer a fight goes on.

When fighting one-handed she will favor a semi-defensive approach with the aim to lock blades and disarm. When double-gripping her sword, she will favor a more offensive flowing style that uses momentum to maximize damage and force her opponent to dodge rather than counter. In either case, it is clear her combat is derived from a brute force live-or-die approach rather than the dextrous mock-combat fencing style.

Healing and Aether - Views & Abilities

While it is true that Coatleque has some minor training in Conjuration, she was never very adept at the concept. She finds it hard to focus, especially in times of stress, which is not a particularly good trait for someone attempting to heal others. She does know how to heal and even to raise. The former is very taxing on her, while the latter will leave her exhausted to the point of being momentarily incapacitated.

Her ability to use aether is otherwise unaffected. Her Paladin training has shown that she is able to channel the required aether through herself as if it were second nature. Defensive spells and offensive sword skills she can use with ease. Her difficulty stems from when another person is her target.

Background

(In Character)

Coatleque is not wont to talk of her past history to people she doesn't know. You would be better off winning her trust first. Otherwise, if hard-pressed she may anger and simply leave.

(Out of Character)

Coatleque is from a remote fishing village at the Southern tip of Ala'Mhigo. Born after the empire's invasion, this technically makes her Garlean if not for location. Built on the coast, of little importance, they eked out a meager existence far from any city. She was a typical country girl, the daughter of a fisherman, with no special skills or talents. Her parents were in the process of arranging her to be given away to the miller's son. A quiet life she was honestly looking forward to.

When Dalamud came raining down, a rather large chunk landed in the ocean off their coast. The resulting tidal wave destroyed the village and swept away a majority of its inhabitants. She was only 17 at the time. The remnants of the coast were soon raided by brigands from the mountains looking to make quick coin off the salvage. What few villagers remained were captured. The men were either put to the sword or pressed into service. The women did not fair so well.

Carted off in rags, they were taken by cover of night to Ul'dah and sold to one of the more high-class brothels of the under-ground. For three long years she served all manner of clients under fear of torture or death. Each night spent crying out to Menphina for deliverance. Eventually, as all people who think they are more influential than they really are do, the owner angered a very important client who was also a member of the Syndicate. Soon after, the Brass Blades swept through the establishment in a false-front raid to "expose slave trafficking". Coatleque escaped during the chaos as many of the courtesans fled.

She spent the next two years bettering herself and learning to fight. She has a mind for revenge against the brigands that raided her village so many years ago. But she would also like to find any others that may have survived, especially her family whom she has had no word of for these long five years. She has no interest in going back, however. She knows there is nothing for her there. She has embraced her life as a citizen of Ul'dah - even as she prepares to take her oath to lay down her life for the Sultana.

Relationships

Family & Personal Life

Her family was either killed by the tidal wave that destroyed her village, or captured by brigands in the wake of the Calamity. She has not heard from anyone in over five years and has all but given up hope of contacting them.

Coatleque appears to be all business on the outside. She will rarely joke, dresses conservatively, and does not show much outward emotion. Inside, however, she considers her friends very dear to her. She values life and treats all with the respect they show themselves to deserve.

She is attracted to strength and confidence. She needs to be assured she will be safe and protected, but not coddled and sheltered. While her recent past has forced her to bed both men and women, she would say the latter was not her choice. She longs for the life she was denied, to marry and raise her own family away from the bustle and dangers of city life.

People She Knows

This is a fairly exhaustive list of everyone that Coatleque knows in-game. I only add names to this list if more than two words have ever been said between her and them. If your name is not here and you think it should be, please send me a PM or a tell in-game. Coatleque knows so many people now, I may have just forgotten to add you!

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Key:
☩	Sultansworn	⚔	Other Law Enforcement	⚖	Immortal Flame	⚓	Maelstrom	⚕	Twin Adder	♥	Love Interest	♥	Sexual Tension	♥	Platonic	☹	Poor Standing	☠	Deceased

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Alabrous Tane ☠ ☹ ♥	A thoroughly despicable man, and shadow of Coatleque's past. He knew things about her she would rather have kept hidden. The man was often found in Pearl Lane surrounded by his girls, or making a fool of himself in the Quicksand. He was murdered in front of Coatleque one night when they were supposed to be having dinner to 'catch up' with each other. Her feelings on his death are torn between apathy and guilt as she feels it was her fault he let his guard down.
Anelia Sadowyn ☩	The Azure Falcon of Carteneau plains. Anelia is a devout paladin and one of Coatleque's shield brethren in the Order. The two have had some disagreements over matters of duty and honour in the past, but it is clear that they hold great respect for one another. Coatleque reveres the veteran Sworn for her bravery against the Empire and hopes to one day be half the swordsman Anelia is.
Askier Mergrey ⚖	Explosives expert for the Immortal Flames' Red Wings. Coatleque knows of his past criminal background from her own briefings, but is content to allow the Flames to deal with him now. His overly lax attitude regarding weapons restrictions in secure areas leaves her distrustful of him.
Aya Foxheart ♥	The always lovely bar maid of the Quicksand. The nights she is working just seem to pass too quickly. She never did tell Coatleque her last name, so the Knight simply calls her Miss Aya. Her constant kindness towards the Knight has caused Coatleque to take pause. She considers her a friend now, more than an acquaintance, and would try to keep her at length from the troubles of the city. The words Aya has offered as well as the quiet tea times they share have allowed Coatleque to relax on occasion, and take stock of what is truly important to her.
Bartolomeo Filangieri ⚔ ⚖	Bartolomeo was the first of her comrades she was assigned to work with. Together they served the Harbingers of Dawn, though only briefly. Since their departure, Bartolomeo has been rather aloof. Recently, Ser Filangieri has decided to leave the Order of the Sultansworn over matters of personal honor. Coatleque does not agree with his decision, but holds no ill feelings against him.
Brynnalia Callae	A raven-haired Bard that Coatleque had the utmost pleasure of meeting one night when forced to make contact with Alabrous Tane. While the two had butted heads at one time over Coatleque's love life, since the murder of Alabrous the woman has shown a little more sympathy towards the knight when she saw Coatleque's genuine sorrow over the man. Since then, Crofte has learned that Miss Callae also works for the monetarists.
Erik Mynhier ☩ ⚖	A man of no small renown, Coatleque only knows about him from the rumours and hearsay of others. He has recently returned after some ordeal and is ready to take up his prior mantle as Captain in the Immortal Flames, and as a fellow Sultansworn.
Fio Arasgain ⚓	First introduced as Fiona, then later as Fio. Coatleque is not sure what to make of her... him... at this point. What she knows is that Fio is a member of the Maelstrom, and maybe even some sort of undercover operative. He seems to take his work to the serious extreme, as is apparent from his recent change of appearance. The two share a distaste for the Brass Blades, though Fio is much more vocal about it.
Franz Renatus	An apparently Ishgardian mercenary who Coatleque first met when she separated his fist from Natalie Mcbeef's face in the Quicksand. She knows next to nothing of the man personally, but after recent events he seems to be much more docile, even civilized. They occasionally trade words in the Quicksand.
Gharen Wolfsong ⚔	Free Paladin, and member of the Ala'Mhigan resistance. Coatleque's dealings with him have, to date, been through his sister Roen. He seems an honorable man. Despite the rumors circulating him, Coatleque has shown him as much respect as her position allows. She finds his accent to be comforting as she does not hear Ala'Mhigan as often as she would like around Ul'dah.
Gus Pumpkinweed	The fast talking owner of the Piquant Pumpkin. Coatleque met him when she chased off a street rat who was harassing his business dealings outside the Quicksand. He was so impressed that he offered her a job providing security. She hesitantly accepted, more so that she can keep herself busy when not on active duty, than for the pay (which she often neglects to collect).
Ha'uruh Nunh	A friend of Ser Warren Castille. Coatleque helped Warren search for him when he mysteriously disappeared into Coerthas while chasing Seimei Ikari. After an unexpected and open conversation behind the Quicksand, Coatleque thought she had some common ground with the man. Unfortunately, certain other events have left her questioning his sense of honour. While she can understand his reasons, she is loathe to condone them. Their current relationship is strained at best.
Jameson Taeros ♥	A personal servant of the Syndicate and man of no small power in Ul'dah. Coatleque has been sure to tread lightly around this man, all the while attempting to gain some measure of trust from him. While others find him insufferable, she at least is able to speak to him on his own level, as a nobleman of the City-State. She would not go so far as to trust the man, but neither is she able to discount the few good things he has done for Ul'dah. Having been forced to work with him on a closer level lately, she can no longer deny the extent of the power he wields within the Sultanate.
Jancis Milburga ♥ ⚓	Coatleque met Jancis in Gridania just after the Knight had left Ul'dah to take up Conjuration. She was at first a fellow student, though already more advanced, and later became a close friend. Coatleque trusted her and eventually they became like sisters. Unfortunately, Crofte was unable to show nearly the same prowess at healing and decided to leave and return to Ul'dah. They continue to remain in contact, however. While Coatleque is busy with her duties in Thanalan, Jancis continues to roam Eorzea freely offering help to others. The two still cross paths whenever they can to trade news and stories.
Jenzi Einzig ☹	A mysterious girl who always wears facial coverings. Coatleque has a poor opinion of the woman due to certain events in their past, but cannot ignore her duties as a Paladin. When the girl contacted her asking for help, the Knight hesitantly agreed. In exchange for protection, Jenzi has agreed to be another contact for Ser Crofte to use for information.
Kage Kiryuu ☩	Kage was one of the Sultansworn who were under suspension pending an investigation into charges levied after the Nanawa mine incident. He was instrumental in tracking down The Rose and obtaining a redacted statement of Roen's spy allegations. While Coatleque's opinion of the man is still not very high due to their past dealings with each other, she is glad to have been able to help end his suspension and welcomes her shield brother back to the Order.
Kale Aideron ⚔	One of the personal hands of Lord Lolorito on the streets of Ul'dah. Kale is a proud and upstanding Monetarist loyalist whom Coatleque has had the pleasure of speaking to on numerous occasions. The two share a surprising amount of ideals when it comes to the welfare of their City, but differ entirely on how things should be accomplished. He has given her needed insight into the Monetarist's and she has tried to be as forthcoming with her Royalist views. For what it is worth, she would trust him at her back.
Kahn'a Od'hilkas ⚖	An Immortal Flame and second in command of the Red wings division. Coatleque has worked with him on occasion, most recently when a Garlean terrorist attempted to poison the city state of Ul'dah and assassinate the Sultana. She knows little of the man's personal life, but has great respect for him professionally and will trust his judgement.
Koporo Aporo ☩	A Sultansworn in training. Koporo currently serves under Kage Kiryuu. Coatleque sees him as impatient and short-fused. His anger seems to speak before his better judgement when conflict begins to escalate around him. Coatleque has tried lending her hand to Kage's mentoring to try and guide Ser Aporo down a more diplomatic path.
Leanne Delphium	A young Miqo'te adventurer not from Ul'dah. She seems to wander the length and breadth of Eorzea and pops-up unexpectedly from time to time. Coatleque first saw her at the Grindstone where she was the first competitor to ever enter (and win) with a bow. While not much older than Leanne, Coatleque feels partly responsible to protect the girl from the seedier parts of the City whenever she is in Thanalan; Even if she does not know her very well personally.
Natalie Mcbeef ☠ ☩ ♥	Never before was there a more perfect example of comedic tragedy such as Natalie Mcbeef. The Miqo'te was a walking disaster with a good heart who Nymeia conspired against almost daily. While the two of them had begun their relationship in bitter conflict, over the course of their work they had grown to respect each other for the roles they each played in the security of the city-state. Natalie was eventually killed in action during a botched raid on La Noscean soil. Coatleque feels partly responsible as she was present to try and avoid that very thing from happening. No matter what people may think about Natalie Mcbeef, Coatleque will stand and defend her as a virtuous and upstanding Sultansworn who gave her life to protect the Sultanate.
Nero Lazarov	A gentleman of fortune from Limsa Lominsa that Coatleque met through her friend Roen Deneith. The Knight has been trying to gather information on him for Roen's sake. She knows they are working together against the Monetarist Jameson Taeros, and would spare Roen being double-crossed by apparent allies yet again. All she knows so far is that he is a well-known and ruthless businessman in the lower city.
Nyalie Lihzeh ☩	One of the older Sworn, and a lieutenant. Nyalie tends to avoid direct confrontation, preferring her role as requisitions officer and maintaining the palace armory. She still keeps her sword arm, however, and is always willing to help should need arise.
Obsidian Hornet	A rather elegant and refined Roegadyn woman. She has recently put her trust in the abilities of Ser Crofte to help keep her family from further harm. Trust that Coatleque assures her is not misplaced, and has gone so far as to wager her own life in exchange for.
Oscare Iono ⚓	A dark and brooding Highlander and expert with the bow. Coatleque knows little of this man, but sees him around quite often. He takes strong offense to the properness of her speech, becoming quite irate whenever she refers to him as Master, or almost any other title.
Osric Melkire ⚖	Chief Flame Sergeant of the Immortal Flames. Coatleque traded her assistance to him for information in another investigation. Since then, Ser Melkire has been held under duress by a madman. He was complicit to multiple attacks against Ul'dah. While Coatleque understands the man's reasoning, she cannot condone his actions. For her part, she will let the Immortal Flames handle justice of their own.
Otto Vann ♥	A wealthy merchant and clothing designer who has made himself a name in Ul'dah. He seems to respect the Knight and always stops to greet her when they pass. She helped him resolve an issue regarding some stolen pants, and in return he made her an exquisite white dress which she wears now whenever possible. More recently, Otto has begun to dote upon her more with gifts of fine clothing, food, and drink. Others have looked at this in a negative light, while she is unsure what to think of it herself and consistently tries to downplay these advances. His constant flatteries are slowly beginning to play on her emotions.
Roen Deneith ♥ ☩	An Ala'Mhigan born Garlean who has left her heritage behind. Roen has been hunted unceasingly by her father, and recently has been acquitted of treason charges by Coatleque with the help of Natalie Mcbeef and others. During Roen's imprisonment, Coatleque was her personal gaoler and attended her every morning and evening. Coatleque would speak with her often at night, first to try and distract the woman from her troubles, but then later out of her own curiosity as the two grew closer. Out of this a friendship has blossomed. Coatleque would stand with her new shield sister against whatever threatens her on the horizon.
Sarial Hawke ⚔	A free paladin and gladiator often seen wandering around Ul'dah. The Highlander sems to have taken an interest in Coatleque. While the Knight is reluctant to return such interest, she does consider Sarial a friend.
S'honji "Hayakawa" Nunh	A self proclaimed master thief and Free Paladin, Coatleque doesn't know what to believe about S'Honji. His overly flirtatious nature combined with rumors she hears from other women around Ul'dah leave her believing he is nothing more than an overly fanciful story teller.
Seimei Ikari ☹	A Miqo'te woman whom was previously set to wed Ser Warren Castille. For unknown reasons, the two had parted long ago. Coatleque helped Warren search Coerthas for her when she disappeared suddenly. Since then she has come back into Warren's life and the two have been competing for his affections. Warren chose his former love in the end. Coatleque does not trust her intentions and believes she will only hurt Warren again.
Tasa Rhyzul ♥ ⚓	A strong, stoic Elezen whom Coatleque met while assisting the Harbingers. Coatleque quickly found herself drawn to the woman's confident attitude. Their relationship had a few quick ups and downs, but with Coatleque's promotion her work has conspired to keep the two apart. They remain good friends however, and the Knight still looks up to the older woman's mothering influence in her life.
Val Nunh	Not so much a friend as an acquaintance. Coatleque knows next to nothing about him, save what she unfortunately has to overhear when in the same room. Her first impression was of him and another member discussing their many visits to the brothels of Ul'dah - a conversation which has left her with distaste for them both.
Valirelia Ferox	A rather enigmatic Miqo'te - Coatleque met Vali at her first orientation for the Piquant Pumpkin. Since then she's learned they share some common ground through past acquaintances. Coatleque doesn't know what to make of the girl yet, but she always seems to be around wherever Coatleque goes. She has recently shared that a large bounty has been placed on her head by the Empire. Until this is removed, she will be away from Ul'dah in hiding.
Verad Bellveil	One of the few honest merchants in Ul'dah. The man excels at selling low quality merchandise at overly affordable prices. In fact, most of his goods he practically gives away. Coatleque has yet to buy anything from him, but still keeps the 'plot device' he gave her just in case she has need for instant smoke in the middle of the desert. Having read his personal memoirs, she has a certain insight to the man that others may not have. It may be for this reason that she leaves things pertaining to his business to the Brass Blades to follow-up on. Business which has recently turned violent, much to her dismay. She now fears for the man's continued existance in the city.
Warren Castille ♥ ⚔	A Free Paladin and colleague of Coatleque's. He was often found in the Quicksand in past times. They were quickly drawn to each other and shared an intimate, though brief relationship. It ended when he left her to once again pursue his former love who had left him before. Coatleque has never quite gotten over his reasons, but understands them to the best of her abilities. The air around them has been tense since then, as former lovers tend to be. Recent acts of vengeance have once again coloured her impression of Warren, causing her to wonder if she ever truly knew the man to begin with.
X'Kohu Tia ♥	A friend that Coatleque met while under previous employment. His rather forward advances have made for some lightly awkward conversation mainly do to Coatleque's obliviousness. They have tried to share conversation recently, but Coatleque's duties have kept her busy. She finds herself promising over and over that she will make time, but only winds up disappointing them both.

Rumors

PC Rumors

• Warren Castille: "I suggest you take your questions elsewhere."
• Osric Melkire: "She come a ways since ol' Straightblade pushed her to the forefront. Learnin', she is. Best she learn faster. Sink or swim."
• Oscare Iono: "What was it, Wristcleaver? Wristbreaker? Bah, it doesn't matter. If you like your head on your shoulders though, it'd be smart to behave around her."
• L'yhta Mahre: "I heard she was in charge of security at half the taverns in Eorzea! You definitely don't want to get on her bad side, at least if you want to get a drink anywhere outside of Mor Dhona!"
• Aya Foxheart: "She likes to keep an eye on the Quick Sand, and make sure that no one gets up to any trouble. She's the kind of Sultansworn that they're supposed to be. I trust her."
• Aya Foxheart: "I'm not sure I've ever met anyone who so deserved things to go right for her - its such a shame that they never seem to. I'd do whatever I could for her, I'm lucky to call her a friend!"
• Aya Foxheart: "Ser Crofte never seems to stop. I know she'll always do what's right, but sometimes it seems like she embraces the struggle too readily - she mustn't lose sight of what she's trying to protect. She needs to take time to stop and look around her, and remember the world in which she lives."
• X'Kohu Tia: "Coat's an alright girl, got a good head on her shoulders and a good heart in her chest. Still, if she wants to keep patrolling taverns, she's gotta learn to hold her liquor!"
• Roen Deneith: "I had lost faith in my Shield sisters and brothers. Then Ser Crofte offered me her aid. She reminds me why I swore the Oath in the first place."
• Natalie Mcbeef: "She's not quite as annoying as I first thought. She wears the armor like she was born to do so, I wish I felt as comfortable in it."
• Obsidian Hornet: "All the good intentions in the world don't mean a thing if you don't have the wit or skill to make good on them. Crofte means well but she needs to be better. I trust her, she's a good person, but her incompetence could get people killed. Herself included."
• Alexei Volkov: "The knight? Capable arm, dependable. Seems to be drawing much attention quickly. Good. Let her draw attention, vill continue to vork from shadows."
• Gharen Wolfsong: "She strikes me as an honorable woman, th' type te ne'er go against her word. I hope she's as incorruptible as th' mask she chooses fer everyone te see might indicate, lest th' pit o' vipers tha' is Ul'dah get th' better o' her."
• Fio Arasgain: "One of the few who haven't been corrupted by gil in this cesspool of a city. I can only admire her sense of duty. However, would it kill her to take a day or two off?"
• Franz Renatus: "I kept seeing her in the Quicksand after that one fight I had, but never talked to her. After that event, we've been talking more. She's more interesting than she lets on."
• Berrod Armstrong: "Well she ain't a sellout, I'll tell ya that. I done cat-called her on the street once. Was a real bastard 'bout it. Up ta now she ain't told nobody, and I even got a chance ta tell 'er sorry."
• Remimont Portier: "She appears to possess a remarkable sense of duty and justice both. All of my interactions with her feel as if I am speaking with a character from any number of novels I have read. Tis astounding to meet such a person in the flesh. She is an example, truly."
• Delial Grimsong: "In a way, I feel sorry for her. 'Tis a great and terrible burden being the only shining light in the bitter sea of sheer incompetence that is the Sultansworn. Why do you think I work alone?"
• Askier Mergrey: "She doesn't approve of my explosives. Well I don't approve of her not approving my explosives!"
• Jancis Milburga: "So many ask me about her. Wish to know her. I shall tell her you asked!"
• Verad Bellveil: "She's a good woman, so much so that I have no idea how she manages to tolerate my presence. Making me question my own dubiousness! A cunning plan."
• Aya Foxheart: "I fear Ser Crofte must find the strength to hold the pillars of Ul'dah; alone, if she must."
• Franz Renatus" "Have you seen her drink before? That girl with a steel will who is the symbol of being fair and just hides something else. I'd like to see it one day."
• Kale Aideron: "Does she bloody smile? I ploughin' bet you I work 'arder than 'er, 'nd even -I- can kick back 'nd relax, least once a seven-day. But yea', fine, I like 'er. Knows what the fuck needs to be done, unlike the latest batch of pansy paladins 'trained' by Captain Jenlyns..."
• Gideon North: "I had at first presumed her to be a woman bound by duty, and of rigid adherence to code. It would be more accurate, I believe, to say that Miss Crofte will hesitate at... very little... to achieve her own ends. One might, however, see that as more respectable than the former."
• Kahn'a Od'hilkas: "By the past I would have admitted it a little hard to go beyond what seems to be an absent-minded penchant, but since then she proved to be... reliable. And yes, she definitely is more than a young figure of righteousness."

NPC Rumors (Newer)

• Quicksand Patron: "Poor woman can't hold her liquor. After just one drink she starts speaking in tongues or the like."
• Woman in Mourning: "I've seen her in the Ossuary paying respects to some unknown man. They must have been close."
• Long-necked Sultansworn: "If you see that Highlander buzzing around her again, tell him I'm watching him."

NPC Rumors (Older)

• Ul'dah Guttersnipe: "I heard 'er talking te that pimp o'er in Pearl Lane. He sure put 'er in 'er place. Good te know she ain't as high 'n mighty as she thinks."
• Quicksand Patron: "I seen her get'n all kissy-faced with that other Paladin. They think they're subtle, but they ain't."
• Random Palace Guard: "Ser Crofte has paid the ultimate price for Her Grace, and by some miracle survived to serve again. She is an inspiration to all of us who swear the Oath."
• Random Brass Blade: "She's all fancy talk and good looks. Keep the pressure on her and she'll go right back to 'er whore'n ways."
• Random Brass Blade: "Oh, I remember her. Quite good with her mouth that one, mmm-hahahaha!"
• Random Brass Blade: "She was my favorite. Just something about those eyes... and red hair. *sigh* Shame when we had to take that place down."
• Random Drunk: "Huh? *hic* eeehhh... get offa my *hic* lawn you kidsh!"
• Mylla: "She came to us with nothing but a fire in her eyes, I couldn't turn her away. I just hope she learned something here."
• Jenlyns: "A fine sword arm on that girl. And you'd be hard pressed to find a more loyal soldier. I fear what her lack of confidence may lead to, however."

Quotes

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• "Look Jancis, I'm flying!" ~ while being carried to an inn room after too much wine
  
• "I'm not a warrior like you, Tasa. I was supposed to be a house-wife!" ~ personal moment with Tasa Rhyzul
  
• Jancis: "Can you see from back there?" Coatleque: "I can see exactly what I need to." ~ while watching Warren at the Grindstone
• "Everyone is fragile, Ser. It merely depends on what height we are dropped from." ~ Advice given to Warren Castille
• "Titles change often, Miss. You are what you chose to be. Remember what you are, and title may yet return in time." ~ Advice given to Roen Deneith
• "Aye, he says mae subornimate has a plan. Which I think means Natalie is about tae step in shite again..." ~ After too much whiskey.
• "Compassion is never wrong, but when you begin to show too much of it the line of justice becomes harder to cross. And then one day your enemies are as dear to your heart as your family." ~ to Roen, regarding due process

Current Events / Achievements

(New Events at Top, but some may relate to others. All will be updated as things proceed)

Current Plotlines (in Progress): Show text

The Comming Storm:

• Unrest has been growing between the Syndicate and the actions of a small Pirate fleet led by Nero Lazarov. The man has been harassing Ul'dahn trade routes by sea, stifling trade, depriving the rich of their income. Jameson Taeros has been assigned to deal with the issue once and for all.
  
• Natalie has made her position known to Coatleque, that she would side with Jameson for the good of Ul'dah. She drilled Nero's first mate for information before executing him in the Sultansworn's political prison. Coatleque was not present, and did not know about it until after the fact due to her 'dealing' with her relationship woes at the time.
  
• Natalie and Taeros both have confronted Coatleque to try and pressure her to join them. The Knight has remained neutral in this to date, seeing it as a political matter rather than one of National Security. She is reluctant to get involved in the man hunt, for Roen's sake more than anything else. Her friendship with Natalie has only been more strained over this turn of events. She may need to chose a side soon.
  
• After a botched attempt to gather information on Nero, Natalie Mcbeef has been slain. This turn of events has seemingly shaken the city to its core. Coatleque can no longer remain neutral in her dealings now after her involvement in the raid. She awaits both judgement from her Captain, and the ire of Jameson Taeros if he is implicated.
  
• Captain Jenlyns has proved to be more understanding than Coatleque thought. Her time is, however, short as the Maelstrom will eventually follow the clues back to Ul'dah. She now needs to prove that Nero Lazarov is a threat to both nations so the Admiral will also see the raid as necessary.
  
• After touching base with her contact Brynnalia, under Taeros's employ, Coatleque begins to make plans to raid the address found at the warehouse and hopefully draw closer to Nero. Jameson once again attempted to buy her loyalty and pressure her to betray her friend Roen. Instead she sacrificed her own dignity, spending the night with Jameson to distract him from the girls trail. She intends now to keep him distracted for as long as she is able to give Roen time to act.
  

I'll scratch your back:

• Coatleque's friend Jancis has requested her help in dealing with another friend who is addicted to the drug Somnus.
  
• The Knight has made a deal with the crime lord C'Kayah to secure a parcel of Somnus for Jancis to experiment with. In return, C'Kayah has asked for Brass Blade immunity for Aya Foxheart. He does not want the woman to be pressured for Momodi's protection money again in the future.
  
• C'Kayah has made good on his end of the bargain, delivering the required drug to Jancis so that she can work on a cure for withdrawl symptoms. Meanwhile, Coatleque is working with Taeros to acquire the requested immunity for Aya.
  
• With surprisingly little coaxing, Coatleque was able to bend Taeros's ear. He agreed to pressure the Blades to only deal with Momodi in the future and leave Aya out of their plans. In return, Coatleque has agreed to look for the murderer of Alabrous Tane, who is still at large. She has begun looking for mercenaries who may be able to capture Jaxon Hawke to bring the woman to justice.
  

Pillar-Ex, 24-man Raid:

• An unexpected turn of events since Ser Castille returned from Coerthas. It seems he has begun courting his former love once more. Coatleque has been left to compete for his affections against this womans advances.
  
• Coatleque hatched a scheme to try and invoke Warren's jealousy. She invited a former 'lover', Alabrous Tane, to dinner with her at the Quicksand in hopes he would see them as she had seen he and Seimei. Things went horribly wrong when not only did Warren not show up, but Tane was murdered right in front of her. Coatleque was left standing in shock as her world is seemingly falling apart, and now she has Tane's bar tab to contend with.
  
• Menphina has chosen to laugh at the Knight once more as Warren pulled her aside and made it known he no longer wishes to be with her. His words were few, cold, and sounded forced, which left her under the impression he did not mean them. She feels powerless to do anything about it, however, and has resigned herself the loser in all of this. She still feels he will only be hurt again in the end.
  
• Rather than deal with her pain, Coatleque has requested to double her shift at the Palace. She feels if she keeps busy, her feelings will simply go away on their own.
  
• Coatleque has learned that some of her comrades took it upon themselves to visit harm upon her former lover in a malformed plan to uphold her honour. She has expressed her distaste for this turn of events.
  
• After Warren's friend Howl and another visited vengeance upon the Sworn who hurt Warren, Coatleque confronted the pair to make her disgust known. Her emotions have become conflicted over the matter, and she has begun to wonder if she ever truly knew Warren from the start. She desperately wants to believe he is a good man, but lately all she sees is violence which appears as a weakness to her.
  

Paladinhood, or, To Be a Sultansworn:

• Since pledging her life and blade to the Sultansworn, Coatleque has been taking active guard duty in Ul'dah. A boring start to her career.
  
• Coatleque's stalwart defense of the innocents of Ul'Dah are beginning to garner her more support from the populace while she is on duty. Her name seems to be rising quickly through word of mouth.
  
• Faced with an ongoing investigation and internal inquiry, the Sultansworn have been left in an awkward position regarding allegations of corruption. With a need to maintain a show of strength to counteract the Monetarists, Jenlyns has quickly promoted his new rising star to replace the Sergeant he had to dismiss recently. Her orders are to maintain her patrols and be the Sworn's face to the public.
  
• With the reinstatement of Ser Mcbeef to the Order, Coatleque has attempted to step down from her position so that the former Sergeant may retake her rightful place. Both Mcbeef and Captain Jenlyns were adverse to the notion, however, and so Ser Crofte retains her current rank.
  
• With the continued absence of Ser Sadowyn, it was decided that Ser Crofte would take her pace as the embodiment of Loyalty during the Trials of the Sultansworn. She will assist Captain Mynheir and Ser Mcbeef in the training of new applicants.
  
• Ser Sadowyn has returned and taken up her mantle of Captain once more, though Ser Crofte will continue to be in charge of the Trial of Loyalty per Anelia's request.
  
• Coatleque's attention has since been turned to the Order's latest recruits. Only time will tell if their various temperaments can be moulded into those of proper Paladins.
  
• With the death of Ser Natlie Mcbeef in action, Coatleque has inherited all of her pending investigations and initiates. The Knight has been feeling the increased weight of responsibility now, and worries she will not be able to compare to Natalie's take-charge personality.
  
• Coatleque has begun to develop feelings for Jameson Taeros. The more she is forced to work with the man, the more fascinated she become by him. She has even gone so far as to offer herself as a bargaining chip during one of their trades of services. While she tells herself she does this for the good of Ul'dah, a part of her begins to wonder if she desires something more.
  

Previous / Finished Plotlines: Show text

The things we do for Friends...:

• Coatleque and Natalie have continued their investigation into the attempted poisoning of Roen Deneith while she was imprisoned in Ul'dah. They went so far as to question members of the Red Wings, and to enlist their aide in tracking down who may be using their emblem to incite such rumors.
  
• Natalie has asked permission to contact her former love interest, C'Kayah, to ask for assistance in tracking down where the Somnus may have been purchased. He will not help, however, without an official writ granting him permission to continue importing goods to Ul'dah.
  
• Roen has since hatched her own plan with the assistance of Nero Lazarov, a smuggler from Limsa Lominsa. They attempted to setup Jameson Taeros with a shipment of Somnus to try and pin him with smuggling contraband, but the Monetarist was already prepared with an alibi to avoid arrest. Roen was clearly upset when Crofte told her they could not arrest the man.
  
• Coatleque has taken it upon herself to investigate this man that Roen is so intent on working with. She will not stand in Roen's way of tracking down those who intended to kill her, but she also does not want to see the woman betrayed by false friends yet again. While her investigation turned up nothing overly incriminating, she is still keeping a watchful eye over the pair whenever she is able.
  
• Roen has confessed she has growing feelings for the man, Nero Lazarov. Coatleque expressed her joy for Roen over a private meeting, the last they had within the City. As they parted, however, she could not shake the feeling that Roen would soon face sorrow the likes of which she has not seen before.
  

The Shadows of Death's Wings (Episodic):

• Ser Crofte has heard of a mysterious group of people who attacked her shield brethren, Natalie and Kage both. The pair were unharmed, but she has been uneasy since then - especially after the recent unrest in the city.
• Due to her work load pulling her in many different directions, Coatleque was unable to lend further assistance against the Crows. Luckily, Iron Sea had stepped up and led a band of heroes against the Voice to secure the saftey of the city once more.
  

Oil and Water:

• Gaspard Howlett, someone who had approached Coatleque while she was on duty, has since provided her with information she requested. After payment, he gave her a counter offer asking for a more permanent role within the city. As this was not something she could offer, she instead brought him to the Red Wings headquarters with the mind that they may be able to use him.
  
• It was since made known to her exactly what methods Master Howlett employs. She is quickly finding distaste for the man and has written him with requests of an audience to discuss matters before they get out of hand.
  
• Master Howlett has been absent from the city for quite some time. Coatleque has learned through an intermediary that the man has no immediate interest in returning, having grown a distinct distaste for Ul'dahn politics after recent events.
  

The Road to Redemption:

• Having acted against her orders now, Coatleque has submitted a lengthy report to her Captain regarding three disgraced Sultansworn. She is currently waiting reprimand for disobedience, but feels her actions were justified as laid out in her documentation. While two of the three seem to be far past saving, she still holds hope for their third."
  
• Coatleque went to visit Ser Deneith at her safe house to impart what wisdom she could to the girl, in hopes that she will not succumb to whatever dark thoughts are currently assaulting her. Time will tell if her words carried weight.
  
• In an effort to draw pressure away from her three comrades, Coatleque has devised a plan to use the evidence that was once their bane to take official responsibility of the entire investigation. What was once used against the three may yet now be used to save them all if she can maneuver around politics correctly.
  
• Having now been ordered to detain Roen Deneith herself, Coatleque has used the preliminary time given to her to warn Ser Deneith of the situation, and to begin building her case for acquittal. Coatleque now plans to build her case based around deeds versus words to prove Roen is above the reproach of these charges which were levied by a single witness.
  
• With the reinstatement of Natalie Mcbeef to the order, the pair have been thrust together in a sort of partnership by their Captain. While Ser Crofte is intent on building the case to save Ser Deneith, Ser Mcbeef seems to be more interested in the details of Coatleque's love life.
  
• After meeting a face from her past she'd rather have forgotten, Coatleque has a meeting arranged to speak with Shaelen about the events at the mine so many months ago. The cost may be high, but she is prepared to do what is necessary for Roen's defense.
  
• Coatleque met with Jameson Taeros to discuss the recent attempt on Roen's life while she is in prison. She was almost getting somewhere to, until Natalie showed up and the conversation was diverted. She extended another invitation to the man as a courtesy and in hopes she may yet pry more information from him.
  
• Having compiled all necessesary evidence in Roen's favor, combined with the recanting of Cicero's accustaions, Coatleque made her case before the Captain. Jenlyns was able to throw out the charges against Roen, as well as striking the Nanawa Mines incident from the records of all three involved. Gharen Wolfsong's involvement was also deemed irelevant and the capture and execution order against him was recinded. Coatleque made the formal announcement to Roen as she released her from the gaols and welcomed all three back to the Order should they desire it.
  

Lifting Menphina's Curse:

• Coatleque's prior relationships have all fallen apart for one reason or another. She continues to believe herself cursed by the Lover to always be alone. There is one other, however, who may be of like mind. Perhaps too much of like mind, as neither of them have yet to act on it.
  
• After the stress of recent events, and having almost given her life to fulfill her oath, Coatleque has finally been able to admit to herself that she is ready for a serious relationship. However, upon confessing this to the man she desires, he retorted with a confession of murder. With her expectations shattered once again, Coatleque simply left him standing there with no further words.
  
• As her nightmares continue to grow steadily worse, Coatleque found herself drawing closer to Ser Castille once more. She was comforted enough by his presence to be able to sleep as he watched over her from the door. On another occasion, he arrived after she had woken from another dream and stayed to read to her. She could no longer deny the effect he was having on her life.
  
• After another stressful week, Coatleque requested that Warren continue the story he had begun a prior night. He waited in her room as she was kept late with her work, only to surprise her there. After a touchingly awkward moment between the two, they spent the night together as they confessed their love for each other under Menphina's embrace.
  

The Thanks I Get:

• After saving a girl's life (Jenzi) from a would be assassin (Briareus) in the Quicksand, Coatleque found herself accosted not two bells later that same night by the same assassin and his target. They both accused Coatleque of signing the contract on the woman's life, a charge she vehemently denied before all present. A riot nearly ensued afterwords as Flames, Blades, and Paladins answered her call for support. Still she stood her ground with the law on her side and the Ishgardian backed down when it was clear she (Coatleque) would not submit to his inquisition. Once the crowd had dispersed, it was made known the barmaid (Aya) may have information. She gave Coatleque the names of three disgraced Sultansworn (Natalie, Kage, Roen) who may have forged no less than sixteen contracts on Jenzi's life, if Briareus's accusations are true.
  
• Coatleque has been contacted by the assassin once again. Briareus seemed to be after someone he refereed to as Kalas. Before she could react, the man ran off with a comrade. Apparently their quarry had already been caught.
  
• Some days later, the Knight was contacted and asked to meet with the mysterious Master Zero. The man has requested her aid in the near future, but seems tight lipped on the details. While she is not about to turn away someone in need, she also cannot pledge help to a cause she does not know. She asked him to contact her once there is something he actually needs her to do other than false hope and promises.
  
• Rumor has it, Briareus is still conducting his investigation, and Coatleque's name has been brought up more than once over the past fortnight, though she has not been approached directly.
  
• Jenzi Einzig has contact Coatleque to request her aid. In exchange for the odd request of two Sultansworn emblems, Jenzi has agreed to provide Ser Crofte with any information she can overhear while she moves about the city.
  
• It seems there is now a plot underfoot to summon a primal using a large cache of fire crystals currently held by the Sultansworn. While the Ishgardian Briareus is intent on pressing the matter, Jenzi informs Crofte that the man is bent on some sort of revenge. Coatleque has been caught in the middle without enough information to act against either.
  
• After yet more heated exchanges, Briareus's hand was forced and he and his assassin attacked the Red Wings's own stronghold. They left Ser Filangeiri for dead, a mistake that would soon catch up to them as the entire organization attempted a confrontation in the city. Briareus fled under pain of death should he ever return to the city.
  

Blood in the Sands:

• Coatleque was approached by a pale man in the Quicksand with rumors of poison being distributed to refugees outside the city gate. She followed him to the source only to be ambushed by three voidsent creatures. Despite her efforts, and those of Oscare Iono who had followed her, she was unable to fight off the attack. Suffering a fractured leg, she agreed to go willingly if Oscare was spared. The creatures took her to the mage Austurmax Laforet who, after an additional brief struggle, was able to bind her in one of Jin'li's collars.
  
• Ordered to 'lay low' in Camp Drybone, Coatleque was mostly absent for a full week, and not present during the first attack against Ul'dah. She did not even learn of the poisoning till a full five suns afterwords.
  
• Finally having met her 'master', Coatleque learned that she would be used in an assassination attempt against someone of import within the city. All she could do was write warning to Ser Castille and continue to stay hidden in hopes that he would be able to gather allies and prepare.
  
• The day of the second attack came, and Coatleque found her role to be that of escort for the assassins to the palace. Faced with either breaking her oath and being branded a traitor, or disobeying Jin'li and being killed, she did the only thing possible in that situation and took her own life. Leading the assassins to the foot of the palace stairs, she fell on her sword rather than allowing Jin'li to kill her. This was enough to raise the alarm as the assassins ran past her towards the promenade. Her wound was not instantly fatal, however, and with the timely arrival of Syl Souther and other members of Coral, she was healed and stabilized while the battle raged on the second floor.
  
• After the failed assassination attempt, Warren Castille found Coatleque leaning against the wall at the bottom of the stairs and was able to remove her collar, disarming the explosive device at the same time. Now free of Jin'li's control, she is able to resume her regular duties.
  
• While Ser Crofte recovered from her self-inflicted wound, the Red Wings dealt with Jin'li and removed the threat once and for all.
  

Harbingers' Leviathon Plot: While the Harbinger's Vanguard fought the Leviathan near the Ilse of Umbra, Coatleque led a successful diversionary move against the Sahaguin to prevent them from interfering with the main assault. Once the beast was felled, she ordered the withdraw to reinforce the company while the wounded were tended to.

Case of the Missing Pants: Coatleque received a new set of finery as thanks from the famous Otto Vann, fashion designer of Ul'dah.

Dear Sister:

• It's hard not to get involved in your best friend's love life when everyone else keeps throwing it in your face.
  
• Taking a passive role in the whole business seems to have paid off, as Jancis's relationship woes have seemingly been smoothed over.
  

Career Change:

• With the company slowly falling apart under absent leadership, a change of allegiance has finally been forced. While Coatleque's first liege has always been the Sultana, she worries for the rest of the Harbingers who are now scattered abroad.
• Looking to fill her spare time with yet more work, Coatleque has thrown her blade in with the Sailors of the Coral Sea.
  

The Piquant Pumpkin:

• Coatleque accepted a position to provide security at Gus Pumpkinweed's new Cafe during its grand opening.
• Services were once again rendered as security for the Spooky Lightsday at camp Bluefog.
• After a tumultuous conversation with Bartolomeo Filangieri, Coatleque has decided to terminate her volunteer employment at the Pumpkin. She can no longer split her time between official duties, and parading around in a pumpkin uniform, deciding it is ultimately unbefitting of a knight.

Tension Abounds:

• After sharing some personal 'girl' time with Tasa in the Mist, the pair parted ways with an unexpected kiss.
  
• An emotional parting of ways occurred as both women decided to move on from the Harbingers. They have promised to keep in touch however possible.
  
• Some shameless flirting has led to a sudden outburst in public. Has a relationship been strained, or has Coatleque been forced to confront her fears of being hurt?
  
• Time can heal most wounds. In this case it has drawn the two closer together. Deciding to just see where things lead, Tasa and Coatleque have decided to face their fears together for now.
  
• Coatleque's position has been keeping her tied up with work more often than not. She worries about the strain this may cause on her 'relationship' and is already convinced things are going to turn downhill. She feels she has been cursed by Menphina herself in this aspect of her life.
  
• After providing assitance to Ser Warren Castille in Coerthas, Coatleque is feeling rather conflicted as to how she wants her life to proceed from here. It may be time to have a heart-to-heart with Tasa, whom she has not seen in quite some time.
  
• Tasa has come to Ul'dah to speak with Coatleque about their relationship. While Tasa expressed concern and made her case as to why they should not continue, Coatleque remained distant and emotionless. Her work had taken too much of a toll for her to respond. The two decided to part ways and remain in contact as friends.