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: <font style="font-size:12px;color:#000000;font-family:georgia;letter-spacing:0.1em;">'''■ Nationality:'''</font> Ala Mhigan | : <font style="font-size:12px;color:#000000;font-family:georgia;letter-spacing:0.1em;">'''■ Nationality:'''</font> Ala Mhigan | ||
− | : <font style="font-size:12px;color:#000000;font-family:georgia;letter-spacing:0.1em;">'''■ Occupation:'''</font> Dark Knight (secretly) / | + | : <font style="font-size:12px;color:#000000;font-family:georgia;letter-spacing:0.1em;">'''■ Occupation:'''</font> Dark Knight (secretly) / Adventurer |
: <font style="font-size:12px;color:#000000;font-family:georgia;letter-spacing:0.1em;">'''■ Alignment:'''</font> Neutral Good</font> | : <font style="font-size:12px;color:#000000;font-family:georgia;letter-spacing:0.1em;">'''■ Alignment:'''</font> Neutral Good</font> | ||
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− | <div align=justify><div style="padding: 7px 4px;font-size:12px; color:#000000;font-family:Georgia;"> | + | <div align=justify><div style="padding: 7px 4px;font-size:12px; color:#000000;font-family:Georgia;">Physically, Ekhram is a creature of contrasts and ornamentation. Dark-skinned and blue-eyed, he sports a black and blonde mohawk that falls in places all the way to his waist when unpinned, though it's far more often tied up in an elaborate knot. For all his social shyness, he shows little of it regarding his many scars, gouges, and gashes that litter him all over; most heavily on his arms, hands, and face. Though often soft of expression, he's physically a very hawkish-looking man, with small eyes and a straight, long nose. His broad jaw is usually adorned with a thick but very short beard. |
− | + | Of the many habits he picked up during his time in slavery, a fondness for fashion was one of the few that truly stuck. Not used to having many options in what he wears, he often likes to experiment. He's generally free with colors and favors comfortable, flowing gear that at least provides some protection while traveling. Most unusually, he seems to very much favor wearing as much jewelry as he's comfortably able, rarely seen without earrings, as well as bracelets and rings when available. While these often vary, most consistent is a simple brass amulet worn over his throat no matter what else he might be sporting. | |
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<div style="float:right; margin: 10px 10px 10px 0px;"><font style="color: #000000; letter-spacing: 0em;"><div style="margin: 10px 0px; padding: 5px 0px; background: #000000; font-size:14px; color:#FFFFFF; font-family:tahoma; text-shadow: 1px 1px 1px black; letter-spacing:0.25em;border-radius:15px;"><center>'''Personality'''</center></div> | <div style="float:right; margin: 10px 10px 10px 0px;"><font style="color: #000000; letter-spacing: 0em;"><div style="margin: 10px 0px; padding: 5px 0px; background: #000000; font-size:14px; color:#FFFFFF; font-family:tahoma; text-shadow: 1px 1px 1px black; letter-spacing:0.25em;border-radius:15px;"><center>'''Personality'''</center></div> | ||
− | + | On first meetings, Ekhram can either seem unfailingly polite or standoffish and wary depending on the venue. In privacy, the Highlander is a curious and enthusiastic man, an eager listener who struggles at times to speak clearly but always likes to share his experiences as well. To those who meet him alone, he can be very nearly gregarious after some initial hesitation, social when given a little time to open up. | |
+ | In public, one might get a very different impression of the adventurer. Uncomfortable in greater numbers than one can count on a single hand, he often withdraws into paranoid silence, his attention focused on his surroundings to the point of being unable to participate in a conversation. Among trusted friends, these habits can be less dominant, but when too many people are about, the truth is obvious: he is like a cornered animal, always seeking an exit and expecting the worst. | ||
− | + | Aware of these instincts and not pleased by them, Ekhram often makes a conscious attempt to overcome them. How successful he varies by many factors; he tends to shy away from aggressive or loud people, while he gravitates towards those who are pleasant or gentle. Humor and music, in particular, seem to help crack open the man's shell; he likes to laugh and to dance, and those talented in the arts can typically expect an entranced audience in him. | |
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<div style="padding:10px 35px;border-radius:15px;background: #000000;font-size:14px;color:#ffffff;font-family:Georgia;text-shadow: 1px 1px 1px black"><center>'''LIKES'''</center></div></h3> | <div style="padding:10px 35px;border-radius:15px;background: #000000;font-size:14px;color:#ffffff;font-family:Georgia;text-shadow: 1px 1px 1px black"><center>'''LIKES'''</center></div></h3> | ||
− | : <div style="font-family:Georgia"><font style="color:#000000;" size="3">-</font> <font style="color:#000000;"> | + | : <div style="font-family:Georgia"><font style="color:#000000;" size="3">-</font> <font style="color:#000000;">Exploring</font></div> |
− | : <div style="font-family:Georgia"><font style="color:#000000;" size="3">-</font> <font style="color:#000000;"> | + | : <div style="font-family:Georgia"><font style="color:#000000;" size="3">-</font> <font style="color:#000000;">Training and martial arts</font></div> |
− | : <div style="font-family:Georgia"><font style="color:#000000;" size="3">-</font> <font style="color:#000000;"> | + | : <div style="font-family:Georgia"><font style="color:#000000;" size="3">-</font> <font style="color:#000000;">Animals and nature</font></div> |
− | : <div style="font-family:Georgia"><font style="color:#000000;" size="3">-</font> <font style="color:#000000;"> | + | : <div style="font-family:Georgia"><font style="color:#000000;" size="3">-</font> <font style="color:#000000;">Music</font></div> |
− | : <div style="font-family:Georgia"><font style="color:#000000;" size="3">-</font> <font style="color:#000000;"> | + | : <div style="font-family:Georgia"><font style="color:#000000;" size="3">-</font> <font style="color:#000000;">Trying new foods</font></div> |
− | : <div style="font-family:Georgia"><font style="color:#000000;" size="3">-</font> <font style="color:#000000;"> | + | : <div style="font-family:Georgia"><font style="color:#000000;" size="3">-</font> <font style="color:#000000;">Swimming</font> </div> |
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<div style="padding:10px 35px;border-radius:15px; background: #000000;font-size:14px;color:#ffffff;font-family:Georgia;text-shadow: 1px 1px 1px black"><center>'''DISLIKES'''</center></div></span></h3> | <div style="padding:10px 35px;border-radius:15px; background: #000000;font-size:14px;color:#ffffff;font-family:Georgia;text-shadow: 1px 1px 1px black"><center>'''DISLIKES'''</center></div></span></h3> | ||
− | : <div style="font-family:Georgia"><font style="color:#000000;" size="3">-</font> <font style="color:#000000;"> | + | : <div style="font-family:Georgia"><font style="color:#000000;" size="3">-</font> <font style="color:#000000;">Loud noises</font></div> |
− | : <div style="font-family:Georgia"><font style="color:#000000;" size="3">-</font> <font style="color:#000000;"> | + | : <div style="font-family:Georgia"><font style="color:#000000;" size="3">-</font> <font style="color:#000000;">Aggression and threats</font></div> |
− | : <div style="font-family:Georgia"><font style="color:#000000;" size="3">-</font> <font style="color:#000000;"> | + | : <div style="font-family:Georgia"><font style="color:#000000;" size="3">-</font> <font style="color:#000000;">Rudeness or poor manners</font></div> |
− | : <div style="font-family:Georgia"><font style="color:#000000;" size="3">-</font> <font style="color:#000000;"> | + | : <div style="font-family:Georgia"><font style="color:#000000;" size="3">-</font> <font style="color:#000000;">Ul'dah</font></div> |
− | : <div style="font-family:Georgia"><font style="color:#000000;" size="3">-</font> <font style="color:#000000;"> | + | : <div style="font-family:Georgia"><font style="color:#000000;" size="3">-</font> <font style="color:#000000;">Controlling or domineering types</font></div> |
− | : <div style="font-family:Georgia"><font style="color:#000000;" size="3">-</font> <font style="color:#000000;"></font> | + | : <div style="font-family:Georgia"><font style="color:#000000;" size="3">-</font> <font style="color:#000000;"></font>Hot weather</div> |
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<div style="float:right; margin: 10px 10px 10px 0px;"><font style="color: #000000; letter-spacing: 0em;"><div style="margin: 10px 0px; padding: 5px 0px; background: #000000; font-size:14px; color:#FFFFFF; font-family:tahoma; text-shadow: 1px 1px 1px black; letter-spacing:0.25em;border-radius:15px;"><center>'''Relationships'''</center></div> | <div style="float:right; margin: 10px 10px 10px 0px;"><font style="color: #000000; letter-spacing: 0em;"><div style="margin: 10px 0px; padding: 5px 0px; background: #000000; font-size:14px; color:#FFFFFF; font-family:tahoma; text-shadow: 1px 1px 1px black; letter-spacing:0.25em;border-radius:15px;"><center>'''Relationships'''</center></div> | ||
− | Generally, any character | + | Generally, any character Ekhram has interacted with on three+ separation occasions or he has known ICly for an extended amount of time is added here when I remember. If you would like your character removed for any reason (or no reason at all!), please just let me know! As always, IC is IC, and opinions this character has of others do not reflect my OOC opinions of these characters. |
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− | ! <div align="left"><div style="font-family:Georgia;"><font style="color:#000000;" size="2"> ''' | + | ! <div align="left"><div style="font-family:Georgia;"><font style="color:#000000;" size="2"> '''Imali Almasi'''<font style="color:#54b5eb;" size="3"> ♥</font><font style="color:#dba133;" size="3"> ♥</font>'''</font>'''</div></div> |
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− | | <div style="font-size:11px; font-family:Georgia"> | + | | <div style="font-size:11px; font-family:Georgia">Ekhram's older sister, and the first member of his family who he has managed to find since escaping servitide; or, more accurately, who has managed to find him. A soft-spoken and focused woman, Imali carries herself with a quiet dignity that belies a survivor's true viciousness. Ekhram knows she would do anything for him and his, and he would do the same. Together, they're trying to find the rest of their siblings. </div> |
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− | ! <div align="left"><div style="font-family:Georgia;"><font style="color:#000000;" size="2"> ''' | + | ! <div align="left"><div style="font-family:Georgia;"><font style="color:#000000;" size="2"> '''Halgrim and Malena Almasi <font style="color:#54b5eb;" size="3"> ♥</font>'''</font><font style="color:#dba133;" size="3"> ♥</font>'''</div></div> |
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− | | <div style="font-size:11px; font-family:Georgia"> | + | | <div style="font-size:11px; font-family:Georgia">Ekhram's parents. Kind, if melancholy people, Ekhram remembers them as they were when they traveled in caravans as refugees: hardworking, tenacious, and moral people. Though he holds on hope that they survived the decade apart, he expects little and fears the worst. </div> |
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− | ! <div align="left"><div style="font-family:Georgia;"><font style="color:#000000;" size="2"> ''' | + | ! <div align="left"><div style="font-family:Georgia;"><font style="color:#000000;" size="2"> '''The Almasi Children : <font style="color:#54b5eb;" size="3"> ♥</font> <font style="color:#dba133;" size="3"> ♥</font></font></div></div> |
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− | | <div style="font-size:11px; font-family:Georgia"> | + | | <div style="font-size:11px; font-family:Georgia">Ekhram's five remaining siblings: Bartram, Bonhart, Ezera, Ivala, and Sigrun. They are currently unaccounted for. Ekhram remembers them but fears focusing too much on these memories. He has no idea if they are even alive, and what changes their lives in slavery may have inflicted upon them if so. Though they never leave his thoughts, he's reluctant to focus too much on these increasingly blurry pictures in his mind.</div> |
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− | ! <div align="left"><div style="font-family:Georgia;"><font style="color:#000000;" size="2"> '''Ekhram | + | ! <div align="left"><div style="font-family:Georgia;"><font style="color:#000000;" size="2"> '''Myara Portwine <font style="color:#b72a78;" size="3"> ♥</font>'''</font>'''</div></div> |
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+ | | <div style="font-size:11px; font-family:Georgia">A Hyur monk that Ekhram met while training. After a brief spar, he was struck not only by the woman's talent in combat but her sense of humor and directness. It didn't take him long to develop feelings for her after she asked him on a date during their second meeting. Though their relationship is young, it's increasingly important to the Highlander. Firm but never cruel, attentive but independent, Myara strikes a delicate balance that appeals immensely to Ekhram, and though it's taking him time to fully admit how much his time in slavery affected his ability to pursue a relationship, she has joined him every step of the way without making him feel either judged or pitied. Always on his mind, esteemed in her groundedness, it's safe to say she has him thoroughly enchanted.</div> | ||
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+ | ! <div align="left"><div style="font-family:Georgia;"><font style="color:#000000;" size="2"> '''Tahla Jakkya''' <font style="color:#54b5eb;" size="3"> ♦</font><font style="color:#54b5eb;" size="3"> ♥</font>'''</font>'''</div></div> | ||
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− | | <div style="font-size:11px; font-family:Georgia">A | + | | <div style="font-size:11px; font-family:Georgia">A Miqo'te Keeper that Ekhram credits almost singlehandedly for helping him learn how to acclimate into society again. The pair met when Tahla found Ekhram performing a bit of ill-advised grunt work hunting a morbol for a cruel employer. After dissuading him from this task, she proved herself to be a kind and empathetic friend, gentle when needed and ferociously loyal. Though Ekhram briefly struggled with unsure and amorous feelings towards the woman, they have since cooled into a platonic appreciation and immense admiration for her. He considers her his best friend and she's the first - and so far only - person he fully entrusts with all of his secrets, including his progress as a Dark Knight.</div> |
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− | ! <div align="left"><div style="font-family:Georgia;"><font style="color:#000000;" size="2"> ''' | + | ! <div align="left"><div style="font-family:Georgia;"><font style="color:#000000;" size="2"> '''Raih'li Panipahr <font style="color:#54b5eb;" size="3"> ♦</font>'''</font>'''</div></div> |
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− | | <div style="font-size:11px; font-family:Georgia">A | + | | <div style="font-size:11px; font-family:Georgia">A Keeper that Tahla and Ekhram discovered during a mission in the Shroud, Raih'li made a poor first impression on Ekhram due to his rudeness and defensiveness. Their second meeting, however, went much better than the first, and the two became fast friends. In Raih'li Ekhram sees a kindred spirit, someone he can aid and pay forward the kind of generosity he was shown by Tahla. Recognizing his struggles with indignities inflicted upon him, he hopes to be a positive force in Raih'li's life, and has become rather protective of the miqo'te. </div> |
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− | ! <div align="left"><div style="font-family:Georgia;"><font style="color:#000000;" size="2"> ''' | + | ! <div align="left"><div style="font-family:Georgia;"><font style="color:#000000;" size="2"> '''E'Kalani Mahla <font style="color:#54b5eb;" size="3"> ♦</font>'''</font>'''</div></div> |
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− | | <div style="font-size:11px; font-family:Georgia">A | + | | <div style="font-size:11px; font-family:Georgia">A charismatic and remarkably gorgeous Seeker, and a member of the Free Company that Tahla helped Ekhram sign on with. An expecting mother, E'Kalani quickly charmed Ekhram with her musical talent, but just as apparent to him was a melancholy within her that he felt attuned to. Though he's not the sort to pry, Ekhram rather likes the woman and is hoping, with time, to get to know her better and reciprocate some of the joy she gave him with song. </div> |
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+ | ! <div align="left"><div style="font-family:Georgia;"><font style="color:#000000;" size="2"> '''Cecily Reeve <font style="color:#54b5eb;" size="3"> ♦</font>'''</font>'''</div></div> | ||
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+ | | <div style="font-size:11px; font-family:Georgia">A kindly Midlander that Ekhram found in the Shroud. A talented and capable healer, the young woman strikes Ekhram as generous and optimistic to an excessive degree. Though he admires her pleasant nature and considers her a friend, he worries immensely for her safety and tries to keep an eye on her.</div> | ||
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+ | ! <div align="left"><div style="font-family:Georgia;"><font style="color:#000000;" size="2"> '''Elyn Merielle <font style="color:#54b5eb;" size="3"> ♦</font>'''</font>'''</div></div> | ||
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+ | | <div style="font-size:11px; font-family:Georgia">Cecily's girlfriend, and a woman Ekhram knows little about but considers a friend. Though he finds her to be incredibly bratty, he tends to seek the best traits in people, and within Elyn he sees a great concern for the opportunity to do right by those she respects. Without really meaning to, Ekhram has become something of a consultant for Elyn - primarily in matters of her relationship with Cecily. He doesn't mind, always happy to help in whatever ways he can. </div> | ||
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− | - " | + | - "I think he's not right in the head. Spends hours digging holes for no reason, then stares at bugs until nightfall." |
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+ | - "Heard he used to be a gladiator. Washed out 'cause he couldn't hold a weapon right, only ever fought with his fists. Idiot." | ||
− | - " | + | - "Saw him dragging topsoil into his house once. Don't know what you'd want to start a garden inside for." |
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− | - | + | - Ekhram is helpful to a fault. If he stumbles across someone performing manual labor or dangerous work, he'll instinctively try to lend a hand. |
− | - | + | - He has a great fondness for animals, and will happily stop and ask to give someone's pet a treat. |
− | - | + | - He's an absolute sucker for music. Street musicians can always expect a tip, and he'll sometimes even wander into public venues he'd otherwise avoid if he likes a song he can hear from the street. |
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− | :<div align=justify><font style="color: #000; letter-spacing: 0em;">■ Mature content and themes, up to and including coarse language, violence, sexuality, drugs / alcohol are all fine as long as they fit within the narrative. I do not do random ERP or godmoded fight scenes. Above all, the line between OOC and IC must be adhered to. I | + | :<div align=justify><font style="color: #000; letter-spacing: 0em;">■ Mature content and themes, up to and including coarse language, violence, sexuality, drugs / alcohol are all fine as long as they fit within the narrative. I do not do random ERP or godmoded fight scenes. Above all, the line between OOC and IC must be adhered to. I respect the time and attention of my partners, and I expect the same in return.</font></div> |
− | :<div align=justify><font style="color: #000; letter-spacing: 0em;">■ Any romances, with very few exceptions, must meet one of two requirements: the characters have known each other for at least a month, minimum, or the players have known each other for at least six months. Going on a casual date is one thing, but I will not tie characters down to anyone / anyone's character who doesn't meet this prerequisite.</font></div> | + | :<div align=justify><font style="color: #000; letter-spacing: 0em;">■ Any romances, with very few exceptions, must meet one of two requirements: the characters have known each other for at least a month, minimum, or the players have known each other for at least six months. Going on a casual date is one thing, but I will not tie characters down to anyone / anyone's character who doesn't meet this prerequisite. Currently, Ekhram is romantically unavailable and only open to platonic or antagonistic dynamics.</font></div> |
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Latest revision as of 07:12, 9 May 2018
Ekhram Almasi “If you're going to maintain any kind of self-respect, you're going to have to keep some secrets from yourself.”
-David Eddings
Ekhram's story is one of family in every respect, so it is only fitting that it begins not with him, but his grandparents.
Physically, Ekhram is a creature of contrasts and ornamentation. Dark-skinned and blue-eyed, he sports a black and blonde mohawk that falls in places all the way to his waist when unpinned, though it's far more often tied up in an elaborate knot. For all his social shyness, he shows little of it regarding his many scars, gouges, and gashes that litter him all over; most heavily on his arms, hands, and face. Though often soft of expression, he's physically a very hawkish-looking man, with small eyes and a straight, long nose. His broad jaw is usually adorned with a thick but very short beard.
Of the many habits he picked up during his time in slavery, a fondness for fashion was one of the few that truly stuck. Not used to having many options in what he wears, he often likes to experiment. He's generally free with colors and favors comfortable, flowing gear that at least provides some protection while traveling. Most unusually, he seems to very much favor wearing as much jewelry as he's comfortably able, rarely seen without earrings, as well as bracelets and rings when available. While these often vary, most consistent is a simple brass amulet worn over his throat no matter what else he might be sporting.
On first meetings, Ekhram can either seem unfailingly polite or standoffish and wary depending on the venue. In privacy, the Highlander is a curious and enthusiastic man, an eager listener who struggles at times to speak clearly but always likes to share his experiences as well. To those who meet him alone, he can be very nearly gregarious after some initial hesitation, social when given a little time to open up. In public, one might get a very different impression of the adventurer. Uncomfortable in greater numbers than one can count on a single hand, he often withdraws into paranoid silence, his attention focused on his surroundings to the point of being unable to participate in a conversation. Among trusted friends, these habits can be less dominant, but when too many people are about, the truth is obvious: he is like a cornered animal, always seeking an exit and expecting the worst. Aware of these instincts and not pleased by them, Ekhram often makes a conscious attempt to overcome them. How successful he varies by many factors; he tends to shy away from aggressive or loud people, while he gravitates towards those who are pleasant or gentle. Humor and music, in particular, seem to help crack open the man's shell; he likes to laugh and to dance, and those talented in the arts can typically expect an entranced audience in him.
Generally, any character Ekhram has interacted with on three+ separation occasions or he has known ICly for an extended amount of time is added here when I remember. If you would like your character removed for any reason (or no reason at all!), please just let me know! As always, IC is IC, and opinions this character has of others do not reflect my OOC opinions of these characters.
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