Flora Valerian

Flora Valerian
Gender	Female
Race	Hyur
Clan	Highlander
Citizenship	Ul'dah
Age	19
Height	6'1"
Weight	160 lbs
Profession	Gladiator
Patron Deity	Nophica, the Matron
Server	Balmung

Appearance

An exceptionally tall Hyur woman-- her height makes her appear a bit older than she actually is. Her hair is short and green with pink streaks. She is fond of makeup and jewelry, but is hardly ever seen wearing anything but armour.

History

Born in Little Ala Mhigo, to two Highlander parents, who had also taken in a Miqo'te child, Evandrus.

Affiliations and Known Associates

Evandrus Valerian:

Flora's older brother-- who is, oddly enough, a Miqo'te. She treats him so adoringly that most strangers believe them to be a couple, unless she specifically calls him "brother."

Although she is his younger sibling, she sees herself as his protector, and she hates being apart from him, for fear that he'll be "picked on."

Characteristics

• Nicknames: None
• Age: 19
  • Nameday: 20th Sun of the 1st Umbral Moon
• Gender: Female
  • Sexuality: Likely only interested in women, but has stated that if she were to marry a man, he would have to be very similar to her brother.
  • Marital Status: Single
• Alignment: Neutral Good
• Height: 6'1"
• Weight: 160 lbs
• Body: Muscular build
• Hair: Pale green, with pink, currently. It is naturally a rather dark brown, but she dyes it.
• Eyes: Pale pink
• Skin: Light
• Clothing: Modest, usually armour of some sort. She finds it difficult to feel comfortable in clothes of a more feminine cut, but adores jewelry and makeup.

Likes

• Uldahn food-- the flavours were overwhelming to her at first, as she grew up subsisting on bland sabotender stews. But she's grown to really like the food in the city.
• Cactuars, especially the small, cute ones just outside of Ul'Dah. She's mentioned an urge to hug one, but it's unknown if she's ever attempted such a thing.
• Colourful clothing, makeup and jewelry-- she believes they make her seem more sophisticated and Uldahn, because she never had the choice to be vain before.
• A sense of belonging-- She often feels torn between her ancestry and her freedom, but that same freedom she strives for makes her feel lost and alone. She seems to be searching for something to devote herself to, and admires those that seem resolute and passionate in how they live their lives.

Dislikes

• Aggressive and pedantic men
• Cruelty of any kind
• Arguing with her brother
• Feeling as if she's let someone down
• Feeling inexperienced

Areas of Expertise

• Martial: Gladiator
• Crafting: Goldsmithing
• Other: None

Strengths

• Loyal
• Sincere
• Passionate
• Warm
• Amiable

Weaknesses

• Naive
• Gullible
• Stubborn
• Poor self-esteem
• Dependance on others' opinions

Other Notes

Religion

Feels a strong devotion to Nophica in particular, for her role as a protective matron. Upon visiting Gridania, she says she has felt this devotion more strongly. She speaks often of returning to Nophica's shrine there, for a pilgrimage of sorts.

Quirks

She dislikes alcohol, finding the taste bitter and unpleasant. When at a tavern, she generally orders milk.

She has expressed a desire to grow a beard, in order to look more trustworthy and dependable. (Her father has a beard)

Her favourite colour is pink.

Rumours

The following rumours can be heard about Flora, predominantly in Ul'dah. (If your character has an opinion about her, feel free to add it here.)

Known Haunts

You might have run into or otherwise know Flora from:

• Ul'dah Tavern-- She tends to do a lot of people-watching here.
• Little Ala Mhigo-- No matter how hard Flora tries, she can never really get away from her hometown. If your character's from Little Ala Mhigo, they might have grown up with her.
• Gridania-- Sometimes scones here to wander around and explore.