I'ka Runo

I'ka Runo
"You'd better not go easy on me."
Gender	Female
Race	Miqo'te
Clan	Seeker of the Sun
Citizenship	Ala Mhigan
Server	Balmung (NA Legacy)
Place of Birth	Ala Mhigo, Gyr Abania
Guardian	Oschon, The Wanderer
Nameday	22nd Sun of the 4th Umbral Moon (Age: 24 )
Marital Status	Single
Occupation	Adventurer
Height/Weight	5'1"/153

Basic Info

"This life's never gonna get any easier, but that's my kind of style." —I'ka Runo

I'ka Runo is a former mercenary turned adventurer, mostly known for her travels around Eorzea and as a fearless warrior in battle. A poor Ala Mhigan from birth, I'ka fulfills her dream of becoming an adventurer, granting her more freedom to explore the realm rather than a mercenary would. She is mostly seen as a straightforward and confident Seeker, if not stressed. I'ka was never religious, indifferent to worshipping Rhalgr, or even to her patron deity, Oschon. She harbors a deep-seeded hatred for the Garlemald Empire, yet never shows it unless the subject was mentioned somehow. She also has a silent moogle companion which follows her around for reasons unknown, much to her displeasure.

History

Born and raised in Ala Mhigo, I'ka Runo was a poor child along with her parents and her Keeper sister, Miabelle. The family were a hardworking bunch, working day and night to preserve their crops and bring food to the table. Yet, this was never enough. With their food drying out in the Gyr Abanian sun and with barely any money to spend for the sisters' education, I'ka and Mia had reluctantly decided to work as maidservants for a retired Garlean general. Their efforts had never gone to waste, being paid good coin for their family to move to a much more suitable home, and their parents finally taking the opportunity to rest. Yet the sisters dreamed to see the rest of the realm, to venture out of their homeland and become adventurers.

The years went by. At seventeen summers of age, I'ka and her sister would be tasked with their final assignment, and be granted leave to make their dream a reality, but all of that changed during that night. The sisters had been violated as they served the general's guests. If they had protested, they would receive a bullet to the head. The situation went even worse for the two, forcing to bare themselves in front of the general as he enjoys himself with their bodies, with Mia going first. Eventually, I'ka lost her temper and killed him before he even finished within her sister.

Everything went downhill after that night. Their parents have been publicly hanged in the name of "justice", while the sisters were thrown into prison for the rest of their days, with only each other to keep company. It was quiet for a year, when one night, an unlikely savior had flown through their window; a moogle. A strangely silent one. With it's mute guidance, the pair sneaked within the complex looking for an escape, eventually finding a button that would release every cell wide open...

A press. The sounds of shouting and fighting ensued. I'ka armed herself with a sword of Garlean make, while her other hand held Miabelle's tightly. With the protection of the hundreds of prisoners looking for freedom, I'ka was fueled with adrenaline, cutting a bloody path through the Garlean ranks as they charged for the gate. Freedom was in sight. Yet, a thaumaturge intercepted the sisters with a fireball surging towards them. I'ka was relatively unharmed, but only Miabelle's hand clutching her own was all that was left.

I'ka was lost in the wilderness of Gyr Abania. She didn't know how long she ran, not out of freedom, but out of fear. But she didn't care. She had lost everything that mattered to her. The moogle from before appeared by her side after a week, with the Miqo'te attempting to kill it out of spite without success, even turning the slowly rusting blade against her own heart as she confronted the creature in her emotional state. Yet still... she couldn't do it. She wanted to die, yet she was afraid of death. Thus began a companionship born from uncertainty and desperation.

I'ka, along with her silent moogle companion, drifted into the southernmost part of Aldenard two summers later, wandering aimlessly in Thanalan for a time until she collapsed in front of the city gate of Ul'dah due to malnourishment. Fortunately, she was found and taken in by Mylla, the gladiators' guildmaster. And so she trained, nourishing herself back to proper health while also strengthening her body through another two years of rigorous training as Mylla's personal pupil, becoming a natural with a sword. By that time, I'ka would become a mercenary, which would transition to a fully-fledged adventurer a year later due to certain events, training in every combat guild across the three city-states to become a better fighter, and to prepare for the rest of the realm. Throughout this time, I'ka had softened up to her fluffy companion, yet is still annoyed of the silent treatment she receives from it every day.

Appearance

I'ka possesses a tan complexion with blonde hair usually reaching past her shoulders. She experiments with different long hairstyles from time to time, but mostly seen with said description. Average lips, thin eyebrows, a small nose and a pair of pale green eyes. She has a fit, athletic body, her abdomen possessing six-packed abs thanks to rigorous training.

Distinguishing Marks

Though I'ka was never part of a tribe, she has her own marks under each of her eyes in a white color. Due to past skirmishes and many life-threatening situations, she had gained plenty of scars and cuts on her back and torso, and three noticeable scars on her face. One on each cheek, and another crossing over her right eye, which miraculously remained unharmed. Her left arm, however, had seen better days. It was ignited from the shoulder down, leaving behind an impressive array of burn scars down to the fingertips. Nevertheless, it is still healthy and functional. Only I'ka knows how she gained such an injury.

Tastes

Likes

• Close friends.
• Very, very big weapons.
• Adventuring.
• Alcohol.

Dislikes

• The Garlemald Empire.
• Egotistical persons.
• Rainy nights.
• Dancing.

Favorites

• Color: Orange
• Food: Marmot stew
• Drinks: Ale
• Scent: Hickory smoke
• Place: Vylbrand

Goals

• Exploring the realm.
• Facing down against powerful foes and prevailing the victor.

Alignment

• Chaotic Good

Personality

Being a mercenary at first, I'ka was a cynical, yet calculating woman. She would stay within the boundaries of normalcy, usually avoiding anything that seemed bizarre or out of place, especially if it's within a conversation. She also used to make blunt off-handed comments. Her nature slowly changed within the year, due to having close companionships with people that she could trust.

Presently, I'ka is flippant and adventurous, but also no-nonsense and short-tempered at times. She would go as far to tease her friends with a smug smile on her face, frequently making sarcastic comments and jokes. Though she would never show these traits to those who are unfamiliar to her, I'ka would still act open and friendly, given that said persons would show similar mannerisms. A headstrong and stubborn Miqo'te, she would fight strongly for her beliefs, and do what she feels is right. This is also proven that she is fiercely independent, preferring to do things her own way. A thrill-seeker, she sports a drive to be in many adventures, to meet new people and challenging anything the world throws at her with optimism. Yet at times, it is possible that people who never heard of her would think that she were still a rookie and not a trained killer due to her persona, even though she is thrice the latter.

Despite her reckless nature, I'ka knows when and how to pick her fights. As such, she despises getting into battles for petty reasons, deeming them silly and unnecessary. She is deceptively mature, and can be nurturing to the people she cares about. However, I'ka would take certain situations very seriously, saving the jokes until the problem is dealt with.

Even if she has confidence and bravado, I'ka suffers from abandonment issues, born from her sister's death. As such, she can go into depressive and anxiety-filled episodes and would be unable to interact with anyone for a time or until friends give her comfort. This trait is usually well-hidden, and can only happen if certain dynamics in her friend group shift dramatically.

Quirks

• Tends to scratch the back of her ears in crowded places.
• Would react with interest should anyone present bits of information.
• Tends to tease friends of hers.

Fears

• Being romantically involved.
• Abandonment.
• Betrayal.

Comparisons

Final Fantasy Characters: Jecht (FFX, FFX-2), Gladiolus Amicitia (FFXV)

Other Game Characters: N/A

Anime Characters: Yang Xiao Long (RWBY)

RP Hooks

Jill of all Trades - Even if she is most proficient in wielding an axe, I'ka has training in every possible field of combat. Whether it is protecting her party, being the sharp end of the spear, or even the ability to heal her allies through magic, she is knowledgable in knowing a discipline's strengths and weaknesses.

No Pain, No Gain - Need someone to send out on a particulously dangerous mission on criminals, beasts, voidsent or the like? Just tell I'ka who needs bludgeoning. How about more muscle for your party? She can take as many hits as possible without complaint.

A Face in the Crowd - I'ka frequents the Quicksand whenever she takes a break from her training or her travels. Though she is mostly seen on her lonesome, she would welcome a stranger willing to start a conversation with her.

Garlemald's Most Wanted - I'ka's actions after her escape did not go unnoticed to the Empire. While she was ordered her execution, the Garleans are keeping their plans discreet lest they stir the beehive that is the Eorzean Alliance.

Seasoned Adventurer - I'ka can be seen travelling across Eorzea, resting in a nearby tavern or offering assistance should she ever come across it. She would also intrude in anyone's business in places where gatherings are uncommon, either without much thought or out of curiosity.

Soul of the Warrior - I'ka possesses one of many soul crystals, the Soul of the Warrior, granting her strength she had never thought possible. Though she is already a proficient marauder, her training to awaken her inner beast has only just begun. A wizened Warrior currently oversees her progress in Outer La Noscea, where he resides. I'ka has also taken residence there.

Combat

Training in every combat guild across the three city-states, from swordsmanship, to archery, to the arcane arts, etcetera, I'ka can do it all. Though she is knowledgable in every field, she is mostly at heart with using heavy weapons, almost exclusively wielding an axe. All of these compliment her "berserker" style of battle.

General

I Hit Stuff And They Go Boom! - Aether akin to a burning flame, I'ka's fighting style is as ferocious as a beast, cleaving her enemies like a farmer cutting blades of grass with a scythe. She is also physically strong. From swinging her axe with impressive speed, and punching a fully grown Roegadyn a few yalms back. Thanks to her training in magic, she can channel her fiery aether through her attacks for more destructive force.

Did You Feel Something? - I'ka is quite durable and agile, having a higher resistance to pain than a normal person. She can brush off swords and arrows like they were nothing more than fleabites. She can also tank very heavy-hitting attacks and still stay on her feet, persons and monsters alike.

Where's My Flyswatter!? - Despite these advantages, her fighting style can be evocative of her mood. While she is usually focused in battle, she can get impatient and irritated when things aren't going her way, leading her to attack with more force, yet much more predictably.

Abilities

I'ka possesses an inherent power, in which she can manifest her aether in gouts of flames from the palm of her hand. In tougher fights, usually against monsters, I'ka would use this to quickly turn the tide of battle in her favor, whether if it is bolstering herself with it's effects giving her a fiery aura, or act as a walking flamethrower and continuously shoot streams of flames from her hands. But everything has a limit. If I'ka pushes even further, her power would begin to backfire, inflicting damage to herself.

Relationships

DISCLAIMER


All what is written here bears absolutely no OOC feelings, and may be subject to change as the story develops. If your name doesn't appear in this list, I have probably forgotten, or my character just doesn't remember you. Please do not use these information to affect you ICly or mess with my character's feelings. Use of OOC information will be flagged as god-moding and I will not react to it ICly if I feel this is what you're doing.

Positive

Hirakatsu Kurokiba - An Au Ra Raen whom I'ka considers a dear friend of hers. They were usually acquaintances at first, meeting in the Quicksand through some small talk regarding their gear, especially Hirakatsu's large sword which fascinated the blonde cat. I'ka had grown to love Hirakatsu as a woman, but disregarded her feelings, saying that she "doesn't deserve it."

Harue Stormbreaker - An Au Ra Raen whom I'ka considers a dear friend of hers. Harue met I'ka in the Quicksand, asking the woman if she had known her somehow. She had discovered that the Raen was an amnesiac, thus volunteering to help find her former whereabouts, and possibly, regain her memories. After doing so, following with the knowledge of her parents' deaths, Harue had grown close to I'ka, welcoming the Miqo'te as her new "sister". I'ka also loves to tease Harue, especially if the subject is about romance.

V'rasha Tenbe - A fellow Seeker. I'ka had met the woman when she was still a mercenary, talking about trivial things and passing the time. She had become good friends with the monk, regarding V'rasha as one of the people who brought I'ka out of her shell.

Tyrone Johnson - A Hyur Midlander who is a void hunter. A fellow Ala Mhigan, she sees Tyrone as a fellow comrade. Dramatic happenings between I'ka and Tyrone had led to her thinking he doesn't trust her, prompting to drift herself away from assisting with the Hyur's own problems to avoid further complications, least until a certain time has passed.

Kaito Nagano - A far eastern Hyur Midlander. He had met I'ka because of his fascination towards her moogle's attire. They both share similar mannerisms, as I'ka enjoys talking to him regarding their beliefs and philosophies.

Maseina Kurokiba - The sister of Hirakatsu. Though they were on good terms when they met, I'ka had grown suspicious of Maseina, seeing hints that she is an exhibitionist of a sort. Her thoughts quickly dissipated regarding to how open-minded the Raen and her lovers were. I'ka feels that Maseina would need someone to keep her company, considering how emotional and discouraged the Raen is at times, the Miqo'te acts as the "big sister" when Hirakatsu isn't around.

Neutral

Anargul Dotharl - An Au Ra Xaela belonging to the Dotharl tribe. I'ka had met Anargul through V'rasha, seeing her as more of a companion rather than a close friend. Still, they liked each other, both making a promise to have a duel should they meet again on the Azim Steppe.

Verith Wilson - A Hyur Midlander, and an old friend of Hirakatsu. Though I'ka finds the man annoying, she harbors no ill intentions for him.

Drekki Drakkenheart - An Au Ra Xaela belonging to the Kha tribe, and quite an eccentric one. I'ka had met Drekki through a cup of coffee they both shared. Though still somewhat off-put by the self-proclaimed "Demon Lord", she enjoys her company, and appreciates the Xaela's skills as a bard. I'ka wouldn't dare dance for her, though.

Miralis Hotgo - An Au Ra Xaela belonging to the Hotgo tribe, and former companion of the deceased Tara Dalamiq. I'ka had stumbled upon her once in her travels. Though much time has passed and I'ka's view of the Xaela is somewhat mixed, the Seeker feels like she could trust her to an extent, thus would like to know her more.

Negative

Tara Dalamiq - An Au Ra Xaela once belonging to the Dalamiq tribe, now dead. I'ka had thought the woman as another acquaintance, but that changed drastically after discovering that Tara had forced the members of a free company through extreme psychological trauma, including a friend of I'ka, all to remind them of a "warning". I'ka had lost her temper that night after the event, threatening to harm Tara should she ever attempt to do that again. No blood was shed, but the two keep a reasonable distance from each other, still bitter about the other. Miralis Hotgo had, unfortunately, taken Tara's life due to the latter turning on the former. Though I'ka had failed to make amends with Tara, she believes the deceased will be nothing more than a bad memory.

Rumors

Note: This section is editable by anyone. Just keep in mind that the rumors here may be both true or false.

Common Rumors

• "Aye, I'ka has a good head on her shoulders! Ye should 'ave seen her wrestle a bloody coeurl like I did!" -Lominsan privateer.

• "Oh, I've met I'ka during her travels. Such a young, yet brave woman. Good to see that the realm still has fine people." -Gridanian elder.

• "You'd best not mess with that I'ka girl! I saw four guys tried robbing 'er only ta' get their teeth punched in and one o' them with a broken arm! She's a daemon under that pretty face o' hers!" -Pearl Lane denizen.

• "..." -I'ka's silent moogle companion.

Moderate Rumors

• "Ah, I'ka? She's been throwing 'er lot with the gladiators three summers ago, but now it seems like she's taking up every discipline like an honor student!" -Sapphire Avenue passerby.

• "I'ka is a fine adventurer, and a great friend of mine. But her recklessness could put others in danger, herself especially." -Mylla of the Gladiators' Guild.

Rare Rumors

• "I've seen Runo fight those Redbellies who gave her that scar... it's like I was watching a Behemoth trample those poor fools instead." -Wood Wailer.

• "Oi, isn't she that Ala Mhigan maidservant? The one who killed a Garlean general and escaped from that cesspool 'alf a decade ago? She sure knows how to pick her enemies, she does!" -Mischievous schmuck.

• "After seeing I'ka fight, I sometimes wonder if she is truly sane or otherwise." -House Fortemps knight.

PC Rumors

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Music Themes

Note: Vocal Songs are attributed themes in which the lyrics seem to relate or partially relate to the character. They don't mean to resemble the character's voice. The instrumental themes are meant to give an idea of the atmosphere around the character. Songs with character names (example: "Tidus's Theme") are NOT meant to indicate that the character is like the theme owner. I just find the instruments and melody fitting, not the character the song was originally addressed to.

General Theme: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P9mQTmXxU8E I Burn - Jeff Williams (ft. Casey Lee Williams)

Combat Themes: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iehK8uOdXk4 Armageddon (Instrumental) - Blue Stahli, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hu109lSozdw This I Know - Demon Hunter (Killing Floor 2 OST)

Boss Theme: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A2nmXTGDFpM Raise Hell (Evol Intent Remix) - Zardonic

OOC

Hi there! I'm still fairly new to the lore of the game. If you're interested in my character, you can reach me through the Discord app; Haileychi#3695. We can roleplay in-game and on Discord, whichever works! What I will be looking for is as listed below:

• Long-term roleplay, mature yet sensible themes that may contain violence, foul language, and temporary injury. Casual on the side is highly encouraged.

What I will NOT roleplay for:

• Enemies without proper development, player character death, rape, excessive drama, torture of any nature, god-modding, power-playing, meta-gaming and plots which alters my character entirely.

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