Koh'li Auberlaint

Koh'li Auberlaint
Gender	Male
Race	Hyur
Clan	Midlander
Citizenship	Gridania
Nameday	20th Sun of the 3rd Umbral Moon
Family	Father Mother
Status	Alive
Server	Mateus

"I could get involved.. But I think not."
-Koh'li Auberlaint

The son of a Miqo'te and Hyur, Koh'li is a sociable Hyur who quickly befriends the Warrior of Light. Despite not being part of the Scions, he always seems to be in the right place at the right time to meet the WoL wherever they go.

A Realm Reborn

After the Warrior of Light is inducted into the Scions of the Seventh Dawn, they meets Koh'li during one of their time in The Black Shroud, and later in La Noscea. Occasionally, Koh'li would assist the Warrior of Light in some minor skermishes, though when it came to matters of the Garlean Empire or Primals, Koh'li would bow out in favour of letting the WoL handle them.

During the Warrior of Light's time in Coerthas, seeking aid from Haurchefant Greystone and hunting down Iceheart, Koh'li would encounter the Warrior of Light and speak highly of Ishgard and the people of the region. Koh'li uncharacteristically even assists in dealing with the heretic posing as an inquisitor, as well as defending the Steps of Faith from the Dravanian Horde, claiming to have a soft spot for the city.

Heavensward

Koh'li is not seen again until the Warrior of Light reaches Ishgard, where he openly welcomes them to the city. He claims to have citizenship within the city, though shows more interest in the WoL's presence. The Hyur meets the Warrior of Light several times during their quest to put an end to the Dragonsong War, though once again chose to not participate in many of their battles.

Upon the Warrior of Light learning the truth about Archbishop Thordon VII, Koh'li openly protested raising arms against the church, though his pleas fell upon deaf ears. After Haurchefant's death, Koh'li apologies for not being there to help the Warrior of Light, and offers to assist him in putting an end to Thordon's plans. The Hyur joins the Scions in helping the Warrior of Light clear a path to the Aetherochemical Research Facility, though does not directly participate in the battle against Lahabrea and Igeyorhm, or the following conflict against Thordan.

Aside from a few minor interactions with the Warrior of Light, Koh'li was mostly unseen, keeping to himself and taking a step back from the WoL's other escapades, until the arrival of the Warriors of Darkness. The Hyur would often inquire about them as much as possible, questioning the Warrior of Light and the Scions about them. Once the Warriors of Darkness cross blades with the Warrior of Light and his friends, Koh'li reluctantly joins the Scions in assisting the Warrior of Light against them.

After the Warriors of Darkness are defeated, Koh'li is not seen or heard from again until after the fall of Baelsar's Wall.

Stormblood

Koh'li resurfaces once again before the Warrior of Light, this time appearing in Kugane, explaining that he could not allow his friend to venture so far into enemy territory without them. Much to their companions' surprised, Koh'li offers to fight alongside the Warrior of Light against the Empire, claiming that Zenos yae Galvus is too dangerous to be left to his own devices. True to his word, Koh'li would adventure alongside the Warrior of Light, and assist in the liberation of not only Doma, but Ala Mhigo as well.

During the negotiations with the Populares, Koh'li openly encouraged the peace between Doma and Garlemald, insisting that Varis was not the bloodthirsty hound his son was. When the Warrior of Light learns of Asahi sas Brutus' true disposition, the Hyur is quick to dismiss it, claiming that one man's harbored hatred should not come between politics. After the failed negotiations, Koh'li was also quick to voice his disapproval of Alphinaud traveling to Garlemald as an embassador, though in the end there was no stopping the young Elezen.

After learning of what had happened in The Burn, Koh'li once more offered to help the Warrior of Light find his lost friend, and travelled with him to the desolate land. While the search was unsuccessful, the Hyur pledged he would do what he could to help assertain Alphinaud's whereabouts, and departed on his own to look for the boy.

As the Scions fell one by one to the strange phenomenom that plauged them and the Warrior of Light, Koh'li did his best to console the Warrior of Light, insisting he would continue to help them in any way he could. Koh'li, however, did not participate in the Battle of Ghimlyt, and would not reappear until Alisaie fell to the same blight that had taken so many of the Scions already, once again vowing to help in any way he could.

Shadowbringers

A short time after the Warrior of Light arrives in The First, they find that Koh'li has also made his way to The First, insisting he got there the same way they did. While the arrival of an ally first appears promising, Koh'li insists that he wishes to go off on his own, and learn about The First, and perhaps find a way to send them both back to The Source. While the Warror of Light occasionally runs into Koh'li, the Hyur never sticks around for long, much to the annoyance of the WoL's allies.

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After the Warrior of Light defeats Emet-Selch, Koh'li requests to meet them at Zenith in the Churning Mists, a location Koh'li had visited many times. When the Warrior of Light appears, Koh'li states that he laments Emet-Selch's fate, but states that Emet-Selch brought about his own end. The Hyur then reveals that he too is an Ascian, formally introducing himself as Deudalaphon. The Ascian explains that he has lived multiple lives throughout his life, moving from body to body to experience life through the eyes of the lesser races of the Source and its thirteen shards.

Deudalaphon also explains that he had abandoned his role to bring about the Rejoining centuries ago, opting to simply become a bystanding and witness the battle between the light and the darkness. Though insisting he is a neutral party, he does admit that his acts of aiding the Warrior of Light on certain occasions may have affected the balance between light and dark. He confesses in earnest that he has come to see the Warrior of Light as his friend, and he felt compelled to help him along the way, even if his meddling had lead to the deaths of multiple Ascians, which he also wishes they could have been spared. Deudalaphon then admits to the Warrior of Light that he will not try to stop him in halting the Rejoining, he would no longer be able to fight at the Warrior of Light's side, having meddled far too much as it was. He also warns them that should the Rejoining be at hand, he would return to the aid of his fellow Ascians to resurrect Zodiark, though he expresses his hopes by that time the Warrior of Light will be by his side as opposed to being his enemy. With an uneasy truth revealed, Deudalaphon sits with the Warrior of Light to enjoy the sun rise over the Churning Mists, and tells the Warrior of Light that until that time comes, he will remain by his friend's side.

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Personality

Koh'li is usually relaxed in his activities, whether clearing out dungeons, or taking on monstrous foes. This calm outlook on life extends to his daily routine as well, and can often be found lounging about various locations across Eorzea. Though he often boasts about his abilities, he does so lightheartedly, never taking himself too seriously. While often times shrugging off compliments or praise, the Hyur tends to become rather confident during less-than-heroic flirtations towards the men of Eorzea. His confidence is also apparent in the delivery of his occasional vulgar and dark humor, which is always told with a laugh and smile. One of his major vices is his love of gambling, as demonstrated by the extensive time he spends at the Gold Saucer. His love of risk and luck has often times left him with empty pockets.

One of the Hyur's most unusual traits, however, is his fascination with the Garlean Empire. While most citizens of Eorzea view the Empire as a tyrannical army, the Hyur often questions if resisting them is truly best for Eorzea, often focusing on the technological advances of their Magitek machinery. This has often led to the scorn of others, along with several angry confrontations from those he manages to infuriate with his radical line of thought. Despite his flaws, Koh'li genuinely does what he can to be of use to anyone that asks of his assistance, though his lazy nature often leaves him second-guessing his decisions to offer his assistance.

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After Koh'li reveals himself as Deudalaphon to the Warrior of Light, he acts much calmer and speaks in a slightly more refined manner, abandoning his more casual and cheerful way of speech. While he genuninely cares for the Warrior of Light and considers them his friend, he insists that should the Rejoining be nigh, he would side with his fellow Ascians to resurrect Zodiark. Despite his loyalty to both the Warrior of Light and the Ascians though, Deudalaphon refuses to aid either side in their struggle, claiming to simply wish to seeing how events play out without his interference.

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Other Notes

Koh'li's Lodestone profile can be viewed here, while a dedicated Tumblr page for Koh'li Auberlaint can be viewed here.