Ralamano Nulumano

Ralamano Nulumano
Gender	Male
Race	Lalafell
Clan	Dunesfolk
Citizenship	Limsa Lominsa
Age	33
Nameday	17th Sun of the 5th Umbral Moon
Occupation	Assessor at Mealvaan's Gate
Guardian	Thaliak, the Scholar

Character

General

Ralamano seems to be a happy enough Lalafell working as the Lieutenant of the Maelstrom Foreign Levy 81st Company. His work with the Arcanists' Guild in Limsa Lominsa has been put to the side, much to his superior's despair. He displays avid interest in history books, though he does his best not to discriminate against any new texts that come into the library. This interest was a fault. Often he'd be found wandering or reading instead of doing any real work. More recently, this focus has been turned to the various issues plaguing the members of the 81st. Ironically, he's become a workaholic.

His driving goal is innocent enough: gather knowledge for the sake of later generations. After all, those who refuse to learn from past mistakes are doomed to repeat them.

Appearance

Ralamano is an average height by Lalafell standards. His ears aren't particularly pointy, nor are they very long. His most defining features are his teal eyes and his hair that nearly matches. He'll tell you that he dyes it out of personal preference, mostly that he loves the color of the sea. In reality, the permanent recoloring is a product of an experiment gone out of control. A nifty side-effect is that his eyes tend to glow if he gets emotional. This, among many other things, has caused him to nearly perfect the art of keeping calm.

Like any proper scholar, Ralamano can never be caught without at least three notebooks and enough ink to pen a novel at a moment's notice. He takes notes on anything new he comes across, which is often the newest book he happens to be reading at the time. His years of constant reading by candlelight has forced him to wear a simple pair of glasses.

His favorite outfits are the robes he wears as an assessor and simple robes otherwise. Suits and formal wear are types of clothing he never became accustomed to and he is uncomfortable whenever he's forced to wear them.

Behavior

Ralamano can easily come off as cold and callous, due to his "all business all the time" attitude and his need to always be working. Other times he may attempt to overcompensate for this persona with extreme politeness. He appreciates directness in interactions and generally tries to be as straightfoward as possible. Though he despises being seen as incapable or adorable due to his race, he is willing to use these misconceptions if they are particularly advantageous. Typically quiet, he loves to speak up if he can offer advice or knowledge on a particular subject. This may make him seem like a bit of a know-it-all.

His passion for learning is his most prominent trait. If he meets someone he finds interesting, Ralamano will usually begin jotting down notes immediately. Knowledge is what he lives for, and an opportunity to learn is one of the few things that will cause him to rush ahead without thinking. He is often conflicted internally at this, since he knows that unrestrained potential is a recipe for disaster. His goal is to share as much as he can with as many people as he can. A bit of an idealist, Ralamano believes that everyone has the capability to better themselves if given the opportunity.

He respects power, determination, ambition, and caution. As a scholar and arcanist he is generally willing to re-evaluate his stance on an issue when new information comes in. He looks down upon those who are afraid or unwilling to pursue greater knowledge (including himself).

Combat

General

In battle, Ralamano's only real weapon is his mind. And of course the aetheric energies flowing through him. He won't hesitate in making a tactical retreat should he find himself in danger of being overwhelmed. He has more recently begun to value others a little more, and has faith that his companions will be able to see battles through even against the odds.

He sees the battlefield with a critical eye. Even though he previously rarely engaged in combat, Ralamano is able to keep his cool in a heated environment. In his mind, if he loses focus he is as good as dead.

The arcane arts are the only discipline he's studied properly. He specializes in defensive and healing spells, but has begun to study more offensive uses of aetheric manipulation. Rarely does he summon his carbuncles in the field, as his training with them is limited so far. Because of his history with the Thaumaturgy guild, Rala is quite afraid of that area of study. As much as he longs to delve into the mysteries held within that field of magic, he has so far been unable to make himself search further. This lack of resolve is a point of great frustration for him. He has so far been unable to find a good opportunity to delve into conjury, though he hopes his work with the Arcanists' Guild will allow him the opportunity to travel and learn.

If the occasion calls for it, Ralamano has been known to hurl his grimiore at others. Though reluctant to do so, he knows he has the tools to recreate one if necessary. His latest one is well-bound with iron, as he's found himself in more dangerous circumstances lately.

History/Timeline

WIP Will be updating soon.....(eventually)!

Tendencies

Likes Long nights in the library Books Learning Having his views challenged Ignorance - He enjoys imparting knowledge

Dislikes Laziness Arrogance Anything that takes him away from studying Stubbornness Being too far from civilization

Hobbies/Talents Reading Writing He has an innate skill with arcane geometries, allowing him to make minor edits on the fly Performing experiments (sometimes with little regard for personal safety) Relationships Family Loloto Loto - Mother Momotiku Nonotiku - Uncle Nanalo Nalo - Younger Sister Allies Y'lyfriel Sikah - Ralamano finds this woman most interesting. Her skill with the arcane arts is something he's seen plenty of, but her creativity and level head are traits he admires. He enjoys their discussions, and holds her advice in very high regard. She is one of the members of the company he respects the most, not only because of his interest in her abilities. He also values the trust she places in him, and finds himself striving to do whatever he can to ensure it is justified. As he has now stood with her against a monster from her past, he finds that he has gotten to know her significantly better. He is glad the birth of her child has brought her such a calm mind. Rhesh'ir Zhwan - A jokester. Ralamano doesn't entirely dislike the bard, and in fact has found himself forming a begrudging friendship. A leader of the group, Rhesh seems to be battle-hardened despite his air of nonchalance. Now that he is a full-fledged member of the company, Ralamano is beginning to see why this man was chosen to lead. Ralamano is touched by the concern shown to him, and is slowly beginning to open up to Rhesh'ir just as Rhesh'ir opened up to him. He hopes Rhesh'ir's son will help the man find a way to better express his feelings. Rinha'li Dhavha - Although Rinha'li seems to be in rough shape every time they meet, Ralamano sees a lot of potential. He sees the Keeper as a bit of a pupil and hopes to help mold him into a proper arcanist. He is particularly impressed by Rin's dedication to learning, regardless of the stakes. After learning of his past, he has no doubts as to his resolve. Instead, he now stresses caution. Ralamano hopes that with his literal demon banished, Rinha'li will gain some confidence as he grows. Kodaro Ba'rococo - One of the first to impress Ralamano with his fighting prowess. Though his close-combat style is something Rala would never attempt, the Lalafell can appreciate a competent fighter. He sees Kodaro as a positive force in the tribe, working hard for his friends. Rala admires his positive attitude in spite of the loss of his eye. Kodaro has proven himself a capable lieutenant for the company, and his enthusiasm is appreciated. Tahla'li Tayuun - Powerful, but wild. Ralamano sees Tahla'li has potential, but at first didn't see willingness from the young Miqo'te to hone his skills. He finds the Thaumaturge to be rash. Though Rala doesn't show it, this worries him a great deal. More recently, Tahla'li has shared some of his knowledge with the scholar, which has quickly won his good graces. S'aerdha Tia - The longer Ralamano knows this Magister, the more conflicted his opinions become. S'aerdha has the ability to rile Ralamano unlike anyone he has met before due to his unrelenting arrogance. The arcanist respects S'aerdha's knowledge and ability, but certainly not his personality. The fact that he shows tenderness toward Rinha'li is a fact Ralamano finds difficult to reconcile. He knows S'aerdha is not entirely untrustworthy, he just has difficulty making himself believe it. Some of Ralamano's distaste of the man may be the fact that he sees something familiar in S'aerdha. It is only a matter of time before this conflict boils over and Ralamano stops keeping his full opinion to himself. Dawson Colwell - Ralamano sees Dawson as the definition of calm and caring. He is sociable, and manages to get the Lalafell to speak up. He is interested in pursuing further talks with the hyur, aiming to learn more about conjury and its effects. He is competent in battle and quick to aid his allies, including emotionally. Still, Ralamano knows so little about Dawson and would like to remedy this fact. Onuma Ahntifi - Ralamano has grown much closer to this woman after sharing their histories. He sees a kindred spirit. Her progress inspires him forward, but he knows he must walk his own path in his own time. Ralamano is confident that any disagreements they may have can be solved amicably, though he has realized that they have much more in common than he thought at first. After a few encounters with her at his side, he has come to value her protective nature. He sees the way she always leaps ahead to protect her allies, and the way she supports them when not even fighting. Valuable traits to have in a friend, and he easily considers her one of his closest. Lotan'to Jiub - One of the tribe that Ralamano has hardly spoken with, he is a rarer sight. In one of Ralamano's first missions with the company, Lotan'to saved his life. After hearing of the miqo'te's past, his opinion was only slightly modified. Perhaps because Rala was a relative newcomer, he did not judge the lancer as harshly as the others. In every interaction since, Ralamano has seen no reason to worry. Lotan'to's dedication to Onuma is a huge positive since Ralamano has begun to care for her, as well. More recently, his return to the company has brought a smile to the lalafell's face. Rah'na Lihzeh - Though Rahn'a may still act childish at times, Ralamano knows that he has great inner fortitude. After aiding in the salvation of his tribe in the Shroud, Ralamano has come to show more respect for him. As harrowing as the ordeal was for all of them, it was likely the worst for Rahn'a. Even so, the young man continues to support his loved ones without hesitation. Ralamano is excited to see him grow yet further. Ehrinn Thorn - A relatively new recruit, Ralamano finds her experience reassuring. What little he has seen of her has been nothing but impressive. She is calm and capable, and has lent her valuable skills to the company on every occasion she has been asked to. He wants to keep an eye on her for further developments. Noor Falmah - The young girl has made quite an impression on the resident lalafell. Her introduction to the group proved extremely useful when she was able to provide antidotes for a hallucinogenic the group was soon to face. He also saw her work with Rah'na's tribe, her preparedness saving the day once again. Her healing skills have aided the company members time and time again. Her interest in some of the more scholarly pursuits means that Ralamano is most interested in speaking with her much more. Recently he has become a little more concerned about how far she is willing to push her research. Lahn Flaval - An Elezen arcanist with a very different attitude from Ralamano, the "book lalafell". While he prefers the quiet of a library, she enjoys the thrills of the field. Though she is often found injured by the end of battles, she and her carbuncle fight with ferocity. Regardless of their differences, Ralamano appreciates the addition of another arcanist. Their relationship surprises Ralamano. A kind smile and a listening ear somehow coaxed details from the scholar that he is usually loathe to share. Since admitting such hard truths to her, she has become someone he heavily relies on. He hopes to aid her in a similar fashion. Leo Arkwright - Most of the times Leo opens his mouth, Ralamano feels like groaning. His constant attempts at wordplay and womanizing do not mesh very well with the scholar's personality. Even so, Leo's idealism is somewhat engaging when it does not blind him to the realities of the world. Unfortunately for his stoic reputation, Ralamano has found himself returning quips when this hyur gets going. Though he'd likely never admit it, he has begun to appreciate Leo's presence in the company. Stahl Shepherd - Stahl has been a quiet but reliable addition to the 81st. Like many others, he had a difficult history. The fact that he shared it with them so readily, and his constant support of the decisions of the officers has earned Ralamano's good graces. Someday, Ralamano wishes to find the time to reach out to the hyur and hopefully find a way to close the book on his own past. Emilienoix Bellegarde - An unrepentant thief. Perhaps Ralamano is too harsh on this Elezen, but Emilien's playful demeanor toward taking from others rubs him the wrong way. The grandstanding is bad enough, but the fact that Emilien shows such contempt for rules and authority has colored Ralamano's opinion. It may be he is jealous of the Master Thief's freedom from guilt. For now, Ralamano is willing to help Emilien learn more about himself at his request. If their interactions continue to go south, Emilien may be the first man in a long time that Ralamano sees only as a test subject. Lynn'e Sparrow (Lynn'wo) - Ralamano's initial impression of this Keeper was not entirely positive. Only after their mission in Amdapor did he begin to see Sparrow in a more sympathetic light. Since then, Ralamano has taken Sparrow's playful attitude in stride, and appreciates that he is still young and has much to learn about the world. Since Lynn'wo has seemed so contrite about his initial actions, Ralamano's first opinion is completely overridden. He may seem like just a jokester, but there is obviously far more under the surface. Trisselle Rondelet - Another Magister introduced to the company by S'aerdha. If that were not enough to give her a negative endorsement, she shares many of the same traits. Worst of all, she lacks his playful attitude (though that might actually be a positive). Her distaste of so many of his company members initially soured Ralamano on her, though he continued to be respectful of her position and accomplishments. After telling her of his true opinions, they had a falling out. His interactions since have been more careful, but he is quickly finding himself feeling comfortable around her, even as he tries to awkwardly puzzle out his feelings. He is intent is to steer her away from her negativity, but he somehow finds himself learning more about her past and himself as he does so. Seda'li Tayuun - Seda's initial impression was another negative one. His lack of respect for the company's home roused Ralamano's ire. After an inappropriate reaction born out of protection for his books, Ralamano apologized to Seda'li and found a different side of him. Since then, the scholar has started to come around toward Seda'li. Ralamano's primary concern is Seda's dedication to aid and protect their fellow company members. He has shown that much already. Moreso, he has shown a tenderness to Rahn'a that Ralamano can appreciate. Even over brief interactions, Seda'li is quickly earning Ralamano's respect. Shoshopu Shopu - A willing student and a harsh reminder. As with anyone, Ralamano appreciates her eagerness to learn. He sees her similarly to many others in that he wishes to cultivate that curiosity while ensuring it doesn't get her into trouble. He has his work cut out for him with this one. Without him even realizing it, Ralamano has come to feel very protective of the younger Lalafell. He feels that her current aether condition should be on his shoulders. He does not want to fail to protect her again. He feels he owes it to someone from his past. Fyrilsunn Fiandoensyn - A man of few words. He joined at the same time as Shoshopu, and neither of them backed down from a task that could very well have seen them both killed. Ralamano respects that tenacity, and the skill Fyril has shown with his axe. As another long-term Lominsan resident, Ralamano feels a bit of camaraderie on that front. Solelle Frilaix - Though Ralamano has not had long interactions with the Ishgardian, he finds himself respecting her when they do meet. She is generally more laid-back than the arcanist, but she has proven her dedication to the company members. When she speaks seriously, Ralamano listens. Sighard Albrecht - The second Ishgardian Ralamano has met paints a much different picture of the city-state than Solelle. He is often polite and proper. Even when he is not, he obeys orders without question. Though this endears him to the scholar, his underlying aggression worries Ralamano. Bram Uldthyr - Ralamano has found himself with some respect for the white-haired hyur. Bram claims that he is not terribly clever, but he has managed to take down a number of necromancers. What Ralamano respects most is Bram's calm and collected demeanor even when he disagrees. O'vitah Nunh - Ralamano has had very little contact with the man. What the scholar can figure out is that O'vitah often directs new and innocent faces in the company's direction. Whether or not this is for the best is still to be seen. He seems confident in his skills. He obviously requires further watching. Oriel Durand - Ralamano and Oriel met very briefly on the return trip to Limsa Lominsa when Rala had first encountered the company. Since then he has scarcely seen the man. What little Ralamano knows of him is positive thus far. He is a bit odd, but he seems kind enough. Rhysaufort Celestaux - Rhys was another newcomer who simply barged into the company's home. After fleeing initially, Rhys and O'vitah explained that the Nunh had directed Rhysaufort toward the company because of the elezen's research. Knowing he was another scholar calmed Ralamano somewhat, and he did not object to further study. He has recently learned of his relationship with Lahn and its subsequent termination. This does not color Ralamano's opinion in any particular way. Oliwat Kokiwat - Rala finds Oliwat a bit odd. He appreciates a fellow compiler of knowledge, and is quite interested in the makeup of Oli's mammet companion. The arcanist simply doesn't share the same positivity. He does empathize with what it is like to be the last. Adalhaid Rask - To his untrained eye, Adalhaid seems just as competent as Kodaro in the stances they take while training. He senses that she eagerly wants to improve, but he feels her lack of confidence holds her back. She did cause him to take a second look at how he treats chocobos, however, and perhaps her urging to spend more time at the stables has helped him. He should return the favor. Raging Sun - A brute. Ralamano finds she is good for her fighting prowess, but disregards any orders or tactics. Her wildness is a liability and her stubbornness is off-putting. Thankfully, he has had little contact with her at all. Oswald Wolfsbane (NPC) - This highlander could once have been considered Ralamano's best friend at the arcanists' guild while they were training. He was one of the few people to give Ralamano the time of day, and so earned some amount of loyalty. He is hardly ever serious, and finds libraries to be too stuffy for his tastes. He has advanced to a higher position than Ralamano, and often covers for his friend's lack of work. Maerwynn Sawyer (NPC) - Ralamano's most recent love, and the wife of Oswald. She was born and raised in Limsa, and struggled to reach her goal of being successful at the Bismarck. She is very different from the scholar, thinking less and doing more. After a chance meeting with Ralamano, they began a fast friendship. She was introduced to Oswald not long after. When Ralamano began to fear her getting too close, he pushed her away and avoided her. She turned to Oswald for support, and her and Ralamano's relationship was never the same. Enemies Ralamano does not currently consider any living person his enemy. Probably. Others Rumors Common Rumors "I hear they just keep him around because he's a good researcher." - Mealvaan's Gate Assessor "He spends more time in the library than his apartment." "I can't say I've ever seen his family visit. Or heard a word of them. Maybe Lalafell really do hatch." Moderate Rumors "There's more to him than he lets on. He has some history in Ul'dah, that much I know for sure. Probably." Rare Rumors "There's word that he does some dangerous things when he get curious." PC Rumors Please, add your own! Annotations This Template was created by Deirdre Ta'ea