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He might be humorless by how rare comes his laughter. Rarely did Rageant express much emotion through his words, and his body language and facial expressions tend to betray little in that regard as well. This is not to say his speech is off-putting, but he certainly spoke as a stern man who betrayed little. His origin is even more confusing to discern; his dialect resembles a combination of Gridanian, Ishgardian, Sharlayan, and something else altogether unfamiliar. | He might be humorless by how rare comes his laughter. Rarely did Rageant express much emotion through his words, and his body language and facial expressions tend to betray little in that regard as well. This is not to say his speech is off-putting, but he certainly spoke as a stern man who betrayed little. His origin is even more confusing to discern; his dialect resembles a combination of Gridanian, Ishgardian, Sharlayan, and something else altogether unfamiliar. | ||
| − | '''ATTIRE:''' Armor is a common sight, particularly plate, chain, and scale which made his already somewhat stocky physique seem larger than it | + | '''ATTIRE:''' Armor is a common sight, particularly plate, chain, and scale which made his already somewhat stocky physique seem larger than it is. The exception is a helmet - rare are those adapted to his ears, rarer still those he would suffer to impede his already compromised vision. An eyepatch and a pair of silver earrings are a constant. |
Halonic and Ishgardian iconography are a common sight upon his armor and weaponry, and their style of clothing suited him well in the rare event he was girded for battle. It seemed his choice of attire largely reflected his surroundings however, as Rageant keeps little in the way of possessions and often chooses to wear what is available. Being that he is a Miqo'te, this often means crudely hemmed holes for his tail and peculiar fits for clothing made for men simultaneously larger in frame and smaller in musculature. Rageant seems undeterred by this, as he chooses quality apparel and to avoid being mistaken for a common adventurer, reasonable descriptor though that is. | Halonic and Ishgardian iconography are a common sight upon his armor and weaponry, and their style of clothing suited him well in the rare event he was girded for battle. It seemed his choice of attire largely reflected his surroundings however, as Rageant keeps little in the way of possessions and often chooses to wear what is available. Being that he is a Miqo'te, this often means crudely hemmed holes for his tail and peculiar fits for clothing made for men simultaneously larger in frame and smaller in musculature. Rageant seems undeterred by this, as he chooses quality apparel and to avoid being mistaken for a common adventurer, reasonable descriptor though that is. | ||
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Name: Rageant Lacordaire
Gender: Male
Race & Clan: Miqo'te Keeper of the Moon
Height 5 fulms 8 ilms
Weight: 183 ponzes
Guardian deity: 
Thaliak, the Scholar; 
Halone, the Fury
Birth Place: The Black Shroud
Association: Long Climb Trading Co, the Black Sun Covenant
Occupation: Sellsword
Residence: The Dawn Vigil, Lavender Beds, The Black Shroud
VISAGE: Rageant has a mane of oily black hair which he permits to grow no longer in length than to his neck, though he keeps it from obscuring his face. Being that he is a Miqo'te, his ears are higher on his crown and are quite large indeed, angled backward, well-trimmed of hair, and adorned with a pair of silver hoops which he is nearly never seen without. His complexion is quite dark and the touch of age is upon his features, though it is difficult to distinguish between the blemishes of age and the various tribal tattoos which adorn his visage. He keeps a small beard, not so much trim as it is content to grow no further. He has but one eye, striking and brown, as his other is concealed behind a metallic eyepatch.
Rageant's lips are at rest in a frown and his expression is characterised often by displeasure - a scowl or a pensive stare reaching well beyond the horizon. His teeth are white and his canines in particular are sharp. He is tight-lipped however, and so those gleaming fangs make themselves known only when he speaks - and when he does, his eye is most often locked with the subject to whom (or of him) he is speaking. Otherwise his eye searches swiftly and constantly as if to make up for its missing twin, conveying a mind swarming with thoughts from which the world is guarded by his tightly-sealed lips.
PHYSIQUE & MARKINGS: As far as members of his species go, Rageant is quite tall but more notable is how broad-shouldered he is, giving him somewhat of a stocky silhouette. He stands at eight-and-sixty ilms thereabouts without count for his long ears, and he holds himself in a formidable posture with his shoulders drawn back and his head held high. His physique is impressive; he is lean and muscular his feet to his neck, retaining a certain Miqo'te grace but appearing to possess formidable strength that can be leveraged in any posture. A bushy black tail sways behind him, of somewhat exaggerated length just as his ears. While he possesses no bodily tattoos, he does bear a scar on his chest over his heart where he appears to have been victim of a bladed weapon.
VOICE: Rageant's speaks with neither deep nor light of a voice, but it sounds as if his voice comes from deep within himself. He speaks slowly and with emphasis, conveying emotion and a well-enunciated scholarly patois. His vernacular and choice of wording seems a veritable portmanteau reflecting an educated background being overtaken by constant association with more common speakers, leading to inconsistencies in his speech patterns as the new overtakes the old. His voice is soft yet harsh, with shifting inflection and emphatic volume such that a thespian might possess, though he never spoke loud enough to address an audience but for when fury propelled his speech. There's a certain devious to his method of speech - as if he possessed a deliberated doubt for everything he spoke of or responded to.
He might be humorless by how rare comes his laughter. Rarely did Rageant express much emotion through his words, and his body language and facial expressions tend to betray little in that regard as well. This is not to say his speech is off-putting, but he certainly spoke as a stern man who betrayed little. His origin is even more confusing to discern; his dialect resembles a combination of Gridanian, Ishgardian, Sharlayan, and something else altogether unfamiliar.
ATTIRE: Armor is a common sight, particularly plate, chain, and scale which made his already somewhat stocky physique seem larger than it is. The exception is a helmet - rare are those adapted to his ears, rarer still those he would suffer to impede his already compromised vision. An eyepatch and a pair of silver earrings are a constant.
Halonic and Ishgardian iconography are a common sight upon his armor and weaponry, and their style of clothing suited him well in the rare event he was girded for battle. It seemed his choice of attire largely reflected his surroundings however, as Rageant keeps little in the way of possessions and often chooses to wear what is available. Being that he is a Miqo'te, this often means crudely hemmed holes for his tail and peculiar fits for clothing made for men simultaneously larger in frame and smaller in musculature. Rageant seems undeterred by this, as he chooses quality apparel and to avoid being mistaken for a common adventurer, reasonable descriptor though that is.
As far as hygiene, Rageant could afford little on the road as he frequently was, particularly given as he was to wearing armor and carrying a large battle-axe on his back, an effort that worked a welcome sweat upon his brow. When nested by duty or choice, he keeps himself well bathed. he avoids perfumes or colognes that offend his senses and only modestly grooms his hair, beard, and the fur of his tail. By necessity he keeps his finger and toe nails clipped - how best to ensure a snug fit within gauntlet and greaves?
Rageant Lacordaire volunteers little and so it is difficult to be certain which facets of his personality define him versus those which enslave him. Most notable is his temper which earned his somewhat of a questionable reputation during his time in Sharlayan and Ishgard alike. He was impatient, impertinent, and sarcastic; he maintained decorum and utilized honorifics as if they stood on uncertain ground like to crumble beneath a tirade of criticism. Age has smoothened his demeanor however; his temper is concealed though perhaps visible through the window of his single, critical eye. As his rage has become tempered, hostility and offense are not easily elicited of him but still he responds poorly to continuous disrespect.
He is intelligent and given to philosophical and scientific discussion, and also eager to learn anything that dwells beyond the boundaries of his own concrete knowledge. This can include anything from martial arts to magitechnology to folk magic though his willingness to learn is often proportionate to his expectation that the individual from which he is given to learn might possess adequate prowess. While he is endowed with wisdom and common sense that is often freely given, the longer he speaks the more nonsensical his ramblings tend to become as he becomes bogged down by the trifles of abstraction.
Rageant will readily claim his appreciation for the utility of violence, but through the years he has gained great compassion for those who he might call a foe and he is now quite reluctant to grievously injure or kill anyone unless he is certain they are beyond redemption. This compassion extends particularly to people, though not necessarily to beast. He has a similar compassion for allies and is mindful of their needs if they are wounded or troubled by other matters, though he takes a minimalistic approach to addressing their concerns or soothing their grief, preferring to listen to grievance than to speak in reassurance.
Romantically he is a brick wall. Any perceived demonstration of attraction could be dismissed as misunderstanding or misidentification. As an individual he is "all-business," and scarcely indulges in flirtations or even recreation, but for recreation that pertains directly to broadening his knowledge and skills - martial training, study, or recreational reading. Historical volumes and philosophical ruminations seem to be his preference, as well as any practical topic such as manuals of war or medicine.
- The unknown. Rageant relishes the opportunity to face something new with a bold attitude, and to return with new wisdom and experience.
- Intellectually simulating topics, such as theology, magick, history, and philosophy.
- Tradition.
- Art, music, and general culture as it pertains to Ishgard and Sharlayan.
- Literature, especially in a well-stocked library.
- Alcohol.
- Insufferable accents and speech patterns, particularly if the speaker is loud or petulant.
- The free-spirited, or those who bear too little responsibility.
- Those whom act without clearly defined ethics.
- Hotter climates, particularly Thanalan and Gyr Abania..
- Linguistic profanity.
- Rageant is practically minded, preferring things that serve a purpose to interacting with people.
- He is damn-near humorless and is never seen to laugh.
- He lives a very ascetic lifestyle, and rarely if ever partakes of confections, alcohol, or companionship. He lives with minimal luxury.
- Rageant fears his own temper, and what can come of it when left unchecked.
- He has a particular fear and disdain for the Voidsent.
- Unnecessary loss of life.
- Martial arts are of great interest to Rageant, who seems obsessed with mastering or integrating new styles into his own. Anything new bears examination.
- Rageant is a polymath, obsessed with learning as much as possible and putting it to use in his life and moral code.
- Rageant is very spiritual and will make frequent visit to shrines and altars to the Twelve and offer tribute or prayer.
- Rageant wears black to honor deceased loved ones.
- He is not Ishgardian, but rather he has taken the name of his spiritual mentor to honor their memory.
- He keeps a juvenile morbol for a pet. "Her" name is Calliope and she is quite well trained.
- His favorite beverage is black coffee, and his favorite meat to consume is from rainbow trout in the coldwater rivers flowing from Coerthas into the Black Shroud.
- He rides a white-plumed chocobo named Stranger, but he is too old to ride into battle.
- Rageant believes in the importance of tradition, though hypocritically fails to honor any Miqo'te traditions from his tribe.
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Friend is a term that Rageant Lacordaire uses infrequently, and with strong connotation. Few possess the descriptor by his own reckoning, though in his eyes a comrade is as good as a friend in a pinch if they're competent. Those he calls friends have earned either his respect, his admiration, or his protection - but these often come in threes.
Zieg Einherjar, The Warrior-Mentor.
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| The enigmatic nomad Zieg Einherjar trained Rageant Lacordaire in the way of the Warrior. After witnessing the demise of his beloved, Ragi'zi traveled north to escape a similar fate and bemoaned his inability to protect Willow. In his grief-stricken mind he contended that his lack of martial prowess was the cause and so Zieg, who had found the Miqo'te broken by despair, rebuilt him and taught him to hone and control his overwhelming rage. There among the snow-capped crags of Coerthas Rageant was subjected to such rigorous training that he was deconstructed and rebuilt into a stronger man.
From a certain point of view, Rageant owes Zieg his very own life. Though the struggle to control the beast within himself would endure through his lifetime, it was a responsibility that granted vital meaning to his existence. But Zieg did not merely make a weapon of Rageant - he made a force for virtue of him. Though the Hyur endowed the Miqo'te with the power to crush his foes and take his vengeance, he also laid the groundwork for a key lesson that Rageant would eventually discover in Ishgard - that strength itself is the virtue, not the manner of its use. Rageant parted with Zieg to continue his journey north into Ishgard, but their paths would cross again. |
The years have made a cordial man of Rageant, and he appreciates the practicality of building relationships be it with business associates, comrades, or simply acquaintances. The rueful flip-side of this is the necessity of tracking one's foes as well - and Rageant has made more than a few.
Katharina Balk, Blue.
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Rageant Lacordaire has survived many of his loved ones, but keeps their memory close to his heart.
Willow Evinar, Deceased Beloved
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Isarn Lacordaire, Spiritual Father.
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MARTIAL PROWESS: Rageant Lacordaire is a trained Warrior and utilizes his inner beast in battle, though he is reluctant to turn it loose unless the circumstances aptly warrant such a measure. He is greatly skilled with an axe and with unarmed combat, modestly skilled with a sword and a polearm, and is notably a quick learner when exposed to new fighting styles even if they're only marginally similar to the styles he is already proficient with. His marksmanship is lacking due to his compromised depth perception as a consequence of having lost one of his eyes, though he understands basic technique from his tribal origins. Rageant credits his martial prowess to Halone.
MAGICK PROWESS: Having studied magic extensively prior to beginning his martial training, Rageant has a large reservoir of knowledge concerning conjury, thaumaturgy, and arcanism. He is severely out of practice however due to having not performed any form of sorcery for years. This is further complicated him having lost his only staff - he is completely unable to perform any magic without his staff and is therefore not at all capable of casting spells. Despite this he maintains the knowledge of how spellwork is performed but is entirely unable to make practical use of such knowledge.
EIDETIC MEMORY: Rageant's most cherished and significant quality is his incredible memory, though it has waned by the years, tarnished with age. Though his memory is far from perfect, he has the ability to remember the content of literature, the shapes of faces, the sounds of voices, melodies from the past, and other similar phenomenon with impressive clarity even years after the fact. Each such recollection weakens the consistency of the memory and so he attempts to live in the moment to preserve what he has. His memory contributes to his ability to very quickly learn skills, trades, and combat styles as his retention is high. Rageant believes his memory is a gift from Althyk.
PHYSICAL TRAITS: Due to having one eye, it's reasonable to assume that Rageant has to rely heavily upon his other senses. As a Miqo'te Keeper of the Moon, his nocturnal heritage gives him exceptional hearing and olfactory which compensates somewhat, though in combat he has to rely partially on intuition to track the movements of enemies that favor attacking the guard on his blind-side. He is in the best physical shape of his life and so is very strong, and consequentially very fast; maintaining this physique is a constant commitment for him. His heritage makes him somewhat dexterous and nimble, but he is below average in that regard by Miqo'te standards. He is in good health and can engage in physical activity for protracted periods of time before exhaustion while also rarely becoming sick from illness. His tolerance for pain is very high.
THE ECHO: Rageant Larcordaire believes that he is able to utilize the Echo.
Herein lie details about things which Rageant Lacordaire possesses. Most of what he owns is kept on his person or in his temporary lodgings, being that he scarcely makes a permanent home.
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Always have a back-up.
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- ■ "Better get you a litter box." — A previous roommate or something.
I got nothing.
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