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:<span style="color:#4e9362; font-size: medium; text-align: -webkit-center;">● </span><span style="font-size: medium; text-align: -webkit-center;"><span style="font-size:small;">'''[[Kodaro Ba'rococo]]''': Kodaro has a commitment and passion that Lyf near constantly admires. Though she finds herself at odds with Kodaro morally--she firmly believes him too good for the world he's living in--she has no reservation in calling him 'brother.' They have endured a great deal together, and she would likely aid him in any endeavor. </span></span> | :<span style="color:#4e9362; font-size: medium; text-align: -webkit-center;">● </span><span style="font-size: medium; text-align: -webkit-center;"><span style="font-size:small;">'''[[Kodaro Ba'rococo]]''': Kodaro has a commitment and passion that Lyf near constantly admires. Though she finds herself at odds with Kodaro morally--she firmly believes him too good for the world he's living in--she has no reservation in calling him 'brother.' They have endured a great deal together, and she would likely aid him in any endeavor. </span></span> | ||
− | :<span style="color:#4e9362; font-size: medium; text-align: -webkit-center;">● </span><span style="font-size: medium; text-align: -webkit-center;"><span style="font-size:small;">'''[[Fen'rin Taveck]]''': Lyf often wonders where, exactly, her friendship with Fen'rin bloomed from. In the past several months, she's gone from being purely curious about this strange Roegadyn man to depending on his friendship. They speak frequently, and few topics or events pass through Lyfriel's life that Fen'rin is not a part of. She sees him as gentle and reliable...and far more able than most of her companions readily give him credit for | + | :<span style="color:#4e9362; font-size: medium; text-align: -webkit-center;">● </span><span style="font-size: medium; text-align: -webkit-center;"><span style="font-size:small;">'''[[Fen'rin Taveck]]''': Lyf often wonders where, exactly, her friendship with Fen'rin bloomed from. In the past several months, she's gone from being purely curious about this strange Roegadyn man to depending on his friendship. They speak frequently, and few topics or events pass through Lyfriel's life that Fen'rin is not a part of. She sees him as gentle and reliable...and far more able than most of her companions readily give him credit for. </span></span> |
:<span style="color:#4e9362; font-size: medium; text-align: -webkit-center;">● </span><span style="font-size: medium; text-align: -webkit-center;"><span style="font-size:small;">'''[[Rah'na Lihzeh]]''': Though his childish behaviour and flightiness still frustrates her, Lyfriel cares a great deal for Rahn'a. She worries after him constantly, but won't allow herself to stoop to a motherly role--she wants too badly for him to find his independance, to do so. </span></span> | :<span style="color:#4e9362; font-size: medium; text-align: -webkit-center;">● </span><span style="font-size: medium; text-align: -webkit-center;"><span style="font-size:small;">'''[[Rah'na Lihzeh]]''': Though his childish behaviour and flightiness still frustrates her, Lyfriel cares a great deal for Rahn'a. She worries after him constantly, but won't allow herself to stoop to a motherly role--she wants too badly for him to find his independance, to do so. </span></span> | ||
:<span style="color:#4e9362; font-size: medium; text-align: -webkit-center;">● </span><span style="font-size: medium; text-align: -webkit-center;"><span style="font-size:small;">'''[[Rinha'li Dhavha]]''': Though somewhat wary of Rinha'li's attachment to voidsent and their study, she ultimately trusts him, respects him, and would do near-to anything to keep him safe. Her care for this Moonkeeper man is built on prolonged experience rather than single events, and she's become quite accustomed to having him around. </span></span> | :<span style="color:#4e9362; font-size: medium; text-align: -webkit-center;">● </span><span style="font-size: medium; text-align: -webkit-center;"><span style="font-size:small;">'''[[Rinha'li Dhavha]]''': Though somewhat wary of Rinha'li's attachment to voidsent and their study, she ultimately trusts him, respects him, and would do near-to anything to keep him safe. Her care for this Moonkeeper man is built on prolonged experience rather than single events, and she's become quite accustomed to having him around. </span></span> | ||
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+ | :<span style="color:#4e9362; font-size: medium; text-align: -webkit-center;">● </span><span style="font-size: medium; text-align: -webkit-center;"><span style="font-size:small;">'''[[S'aerdha Tia]]''': Lyf's demeanor towards S'aerdha is a swinging pendulum. Ultimately, she cannot help but respect his expertise and command of magick, something that she is quite envious of. Recent events have made her more dependent on S'aerdha's expertise, and for whatever reason, she is far less bothered by his attitudes and behaviours. Most recently, she finally mustered the courage to ask him--and his counterpart, Trisselle--for private lessons in thaumaturgy. </span></span> | ||
:<span style="color:#4e9362; font-size: medium; text-align: -webkit-center;">● </span><span style="font-size: medium; text-align: -webkit-center;"><span style="font-size:small;">'''[[Trisselle Rondelet]]''': Trisselle's impact on Lyfriel's understanding and pursuit of magick has been paramount. Though she considers Trisselle a good friend--as well as a mentor from afar--the pink-haired miqo'te is often intimidating. Lyf's constant goal is to rise to the challenge of that intimidation. As a result, she is often trying to impress Trisselle through some means, or another. Most recently, Lyf has sought Trisselle--as well as her counterpart, S'aerdha--for private lessons in thaumaturgy. </span></span> | :<span style="color:#4e9362; font-size: medium; text-align: -webkit-center;">● </span><span style="font-size: medium; text-align: -webkit-center;"><span style="font-size:small;">'''[[Trisselle Rondelet]]''': Trisselle's impact on Lyfriel's understanding and pursuit of magick has been paramount. Though she considers Trisselle a good friend--as well as a mentor from afar--the pink-haired miqo'te is often intimidating. Lyf's constant goal is to rise to the challenge of that intimidation. As a result, she is often trying to impress Trisselle through some means, or another. Most recently, Lyf has sought Trisselle--as well as her counterpart, S'aerdha--for private lessons in thaumaturgy. </span></span> | ||
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+ | :<font style="color:#000000;" size="3">♥</font><span style="color:#4e9362; font-size: medium; text-align: -webkit-center;">● </span><span style="font-size: medium; text-align: -webkit-center;"><span style="font-size:small;">'''[[Senelle Silverlight]]''': Though Lyf still bears a little guilt for how callously she first approached Senelle months ago, it has mostly been erased by the profound fascination she has for this woman and her life. Blush-inducing attraction notwithstanding, Lyfriel senses a shared perspective that she cannot wrap her head around; something both admirable and captivating that she doesn't want to be without. She'll likely be the last to admit how much genuine enjoyment she takes from Senelle's presence, even if she's sent reeling into dumbfounded stammering quite frequently. </span></span> | ||
:<span style="color:#4e9362; font-size: medium; text-align: -webkit-center;">● </span><span style="font-size: medium; text-align: -webkit-center;"><span style="font-size:small;">'''[[Ainle Goldpaw]]''': For the longest time, Lyfriel took this young man's presence and efforts for granted. Always eager to give, but ever quiet, she knew that he existed happily among the other members of the 81st. Over time, she has come to learn bits and pieces about his family, and a recent meeting between the two of them brought forth the greatest number of words they have shared in moons. Shared interest will see Lyfriel seeking Xihra out more, both as a friend, and an instructor.. </span></span> | :<span style="color:#4e9362; font-size: medium; text-align: -webkit-center;">● </span><span style="font-size: medium; text-align: -webkit-center;"><span style="font-size:small;">'''[[Ainle Goldpaw]]''': For the longest time, Lyfriel took this young man's presence and efforts for granted. Always eager to give, but ever quiet, she knew that he existed happily among the other members of the 81st. Over time, she has come to learn bits and pieces about his family, and a recent meeting between the two of them brought forth the greatest number of words they have shared in moons. Shared interest will see Lyfriel seeking Xihra out more, both as a friend, and an instructor.. </span></span> | ||
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:<span style="color:#4e9362; font-size: medium; text-align: -webkit-center;">● </span><span style="font-size: medium; text-align: -webkit-center;"><span style="font-size:small;">'''[[Ehrinn Thorn]]''': The woman is reliable, efficient, quiet, and above all, wholly capable of anything she puts herself to. Lyfriel knows little of her, but knows her as one of the 81st's most valuable members. </span></span> | :<span style="color:#4e9362; font-size: medium; text-align: -webkit-center;">● </span><span style="font-size: medium; text-align: -webkit-center;"><span style="font-size:small;">'''[[Ehrinn Thorn]]''': The woman is reliable, efficient, quiet, and above all, wholly capable of anything she puts herself to. Lyfriel knows little of her, but knows her as one of the 81st's most valuable members. </span></span> | ||
− | :<span style="color:#4e9362; font-size: medium; text-align: -webkit-center;">● </span><span style="font-size: medium; text-align: -webkit-center;"><span style="font-size:small;">'''[[Oriel Durand]]''': | + | :<span style="color:#4e9362; font-size: medium; text-align: -webkit-center;">● </span><span style="font-size: medium; text-align: -webkit-center;"><span style="font-size:small;">'''[[Oriel Durand]]''': Dinner dates change everything, and even though Lyfriel still knows very little of Oriel, she must now respect his talent as a cook and a host. Having witnessed the friendly interplay between E'liah and he, Lyf is certain both of the man's good heart, and his penchant for hard work, given the location of his home. </span></span> |
:<font style="color:#000000;" size="3">♥</font><span style="color:#4e9362; font-size: medium; text-align: -webkit-center;">● </span><span style="font-size: medium; text-align: -webkit-center;"><span style="font-size:small;">'''[[Noor Falmah]]''': Recent events have brought Noor and Lyf close together, and while a misstep in Lyfriel's judgment of herself brought them perhaps overly close, she would never stoop to saying she regrets the intimacy or closeness--only the confusion that led her to thinking that it was for the best. Noor is a very trusted companion, whom Lyf sees a great deal of herself in. As with Onuma, Noor is practically a sister, and Lyf would do nearly anything for her. </span></span> | :<font style="color:#000000;" size="3">♥</font><span style="color:#4e9362; font-size: medium; text-align: -webkit-center;">● </span><span style="font-size: medium; text-align: -webkit-center;"><span style="font-size:small;">'''[[Noor Falmah]]''': Recent events have brought Noor and Lyf close together, and while a misstep in Lyfriel's judgment of herself brought them perhaps overly close, she would never stoop to saying she regrets the intimacy or closeness--only the confusion that led her to thinking that it was for the best. Noor is a very trusted companion, whom Lyf sees a great deal of herself in. As with Onuma, Noor is practically a sister, and Lyf would do nearly anything for her. </span></span> | ||
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:<span style="color:#8f8377; font-size: medium; text-align: -webkit-center;">● </span><span style="font-size: medium; text-align: -webkit-center;"><span style="font-size:small;">'''[[Leo Arkwright]]''': While they began on uneven footing, Lyfriel has come to trust Leo as a staunch and reliable ally. She enjoys his presence in almost any situation, and has come to find a great deal of value in his ideals. Recently, he's trusted a few close secrets to herself and Rhesh'ir, secrets that worry her a great deal. Even in spite of recent hardship and strained trust, Lyf knows that Leo holds the Company close at heart. Though she will likely be wary for a while, yet, she has no hesitation in returning to her duties alongside him. </span></span> | :<span style="color:#8f8377; font-size: medium; text-align: -webkit-center;">● </span><span style="font-size: medium; text-align: -webkit-center;"><span style="font-size:small;">'''[[Leo Arkwright]]''': While they began on uneven footing, Lyfriel has come to trust Leo as a staunch and reliable ally. She enjoys his presence in almost any situation, and has come to find a great deal of value in his ideals. Recently, he's trusted a few close secrets to herself and Rhesh'ir, secrets that worry her a great deal. Even in spite of recent hardship and strained trust, Lyf knows that Leo holds the Company close at heart. Though she will likely be wary for a while, yet, she has no hesitation in returning to her duties alongside him. </span></span> | ||
− | :<font style="color:#000000;" size="3">♥</font><span style="color:#4e9362; font-size: medium; text-align: -webkit-center;">● </span><span style="font-size: medium; text-align: -webkit-center;"><span style="font-size:small;">'''[[Emilienoix Bellegarde]]''': Lyfriel | + | :<font style="color:#000000;" size="3">♥</font><span style="color:#4e9362; font-size: medium; text-align: -webkit-center;">● </span><span style="font-size: medium; text-align: -webkit-center;"><span style="font-size:small;">'''[[Emilienoix Bellegarde]]''': In spite of their tumultuous friendship, Lyfriel could never bring herself to even remotely dislike Emilienoix. She's seen his actions where his heart is involved, and would go to great lengths to keep him from harm, even if he occasionally dives headlong towards it. Another stubborn scoundrel that she's very pleased to have met, and remain close to. </span></span> |
:<span style="color:#8f8377; font-size: medium; text-align: -webkit-center;">● </span><span style="font-size: medium; text-align: -webkit-center;"><span style="font-size:small;">'''[[Vesna Novaar]]''': Lyfriel has seen and heard enough to know better than to hold any resentment towards Vesna. Any actions she has committed that might be construed as hostile were clearly not something that the woman wished to carry out, and enough distance has been placed from those events that Lyf can look on them with greater objectivity. She will likely be very wary around Vesna, but the woman is still a mystery, and Lyf will still likely take steps to help improve her quality of life, if the means ever become apparent. </span></span> | :<span style="color:#8f8377; font-size: medium; text-align: -webkit-center;">● </span><span style="font-size: medium; text-align: -webkit-center;"><span style="font-size:small;">'''[[Vesna Novaar]]''': Lyfriel has seen and heard enough to know better than to hold any resentment towards Vesna. Any actions she has committed that might be construed as hostile were clearly not something that the woman wished to carry out, and enough distance has been placed from those events that Lyf can look on them with greater objectivity. She will likely be very wary around Vesna, but the woman is still a mystery, and Lyf will still likely take steps to help improve her quality of life, if the means ever become apparent. </span></span> | ||
− | :<span style="color:#4e9362; font-size: medium; text-align: -webkit-center;">● </span><span style="font-size: medium; text-align: -webkit-center;"><span style="font-size:small;">'''[[Shoshopu Shopu]]''': | + | :<span style="color:#4e9362; font-size: medium; text-align: -webkit-center;">● </span><span style="font-size: medium; text-align: -webkit-center;"><span style="font-size:small;">'''[[Shoshopu Shopu]]''': Though Lyf hasn't seen Shopu overmuch, recently, she has lost no appreciation or respect for her eagerness and courage. Shared expertise in the Arcanum aside, she sees Shoshopu as an innocent person navigating life, who will be dependent on steadfast allies to keep on her path. </span></span> |
− | :<span style="color:#4e9362; font-size: medium; text-align: -webkit-center;">● </span><span style="font-size: medium; text-align: -webkit-center;"><span style="font-size:small;">'''[[Fyrilsunn Fiandoensyn]]''': | + | :<span style="color:#4e9362; font-size: medium; text-align: -webkit-center;">● </span><span style="font-size: medium; text-align: -webkit-center;"><span style="font-size:small;">'''[[Fyrilsunn Fiandoensyn]]''': While Lyf doesn't know much about Fyrilsunn, she respects him. She has seen him fight and bleed for his friends, and his dedication to the company seems unwavering. He is exactly the type of adventurer that she's pleased to have near, and hopes that he and Shoshopu will continue to support each other. </span></span> |
:<span style="color:#4e9362; font-size: medium; text-align: -webkit-center;">● </span><span style="font-size: medium; text-align: -webkit-center;"><span style="font-size:small;">'''[[Seda'li Tayuun]]''': Lyf doesn't quite know what to make of Seda'li. He has all of the trappings of one attempting to fit himself into an awkward place, but she has nonetheless appreciated the gifts he's brought to her. The man's forwardness in establishing a presence in and around the 81st has put her on edge, and keeps her so, for now. </span></span> | :<span style="color:#4e9362; font-size: medium; text-align: -webkit-center;">● </span><span style="font-size: medium; text-align: -webkit-center;"><span style="font-size:small;">'''[[Seda'li Tayuun]]''': Lyf doesn't quite know what to make of Seda'li. He has all of the trappings of one attempting to fit himself into an awkward place, but she has nonetheless appreciated the gifts he's brought to her. The man's forwardness in establishing a presence in and around the 81st has put her on edge, and keeps her so, for now. </span></span> |
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Contents
Character
Lyfriel has never been part of a proper Seeker of the Sun tribe. Her family lived along the La Noscean coast, but after her mother and sister were claimed by the Calamity, Lyfriel began studying at Mealvaan’s Gate. After two cycles of study, a misadventure at sea left her bereft and alone. She eventually arrived in the Twelveswood, where she met Rhesh’ir Zhwan and numerous companions whom she still travels with. Together, they bested challenges in the Thanalan deserts, the forests of the Shroud, and the vibrant La Noscean isles. Along the way, she fell in love with Rhesh’ir, and together, they brought a child into the realm. The Company of adventurers she belongs to has begun to make a name for itself, gaining renown from their numerous exploits. Most recently, they banded together to banish a powerful enemy from Lyfriel's past; it's an act that she feels she'll never be able to properly repay. Lyfriel will most often be seen with a smile on her face, whether it is genuine or forced. She is studious, and speaks with an air of formality, but is prone to occasional teasing when in the company of those she trusts. She's quite prompt in her habits, and no matter where she is, she often keeps strange hours in order to spend time with Rhesh'ir and her son, to see to her work, or to groom her chocobo, Ealdwine.
Appearance
Her face carries traditional Sunseeker markings, as well as a few thin scars. She wears her hair long, lately, and now that she's made it through her pregnancy, she's become quite fit once again. Lyfriel finally has the look of a proper adventurer, often bringing her grimoire, a pistol, and various sundries every time she departs the 81st's estate. Time for her hobbies has largely dwindled, in favor of honing what she sees as her most useful talents, and dedicating as much time as she can to Rhesh'ir and Riel'a. That said, it’s the rare occasion that she doesn’t have some scholarly text or another along with her, and she has begun taking steps to reclaim those elements of her life she so enjoyed.
Combat
Lyfriel is a dedicated student of the Arcanum, and is always seeking ways to augment her talents and capabilities. Her grimoire is with her at all times, and is nearly full of personally inked geometries and equations. She is somewhat proficient with a bow, but has found her projectile weapon of choice in a Maelstrom-issued pistol that is near-constantly on her hip. The past year has seen her becoming more familiar with the realities of the adventuring life--death, loss, and the need to constantly be better-prepared for the dangers ahead. While Lyfriel knows fully well that she has what it takes to kill, she is usually sickened by having to do it.
Connections
Lyfriel has long been a resident of La Noscea, and for the last six years she might easily have been seen within Limsa Lominsa. She has a history with Mealvaan's Gate, and spent two years studying there. Before she could establish an actual career in customs, however, she was spirited away by the wings of adventure. Over the past year, she's spent small amounts of time in the Black Shroud and Thanalan, but has predominantly spent her time across the Vylbrand, doing work for the Maelstrom Foreign Levy 81st Company. She is quite intense in her scholarly pursuits, and is always in attendance for lectures on Eorzean history or, more specifically, anything pertaining to the Allagan Empire. Most recently, she and her company have begun searching out work in Mor Dhona; Lyfriel's primary interests lie in the digs and research of the Sons of St. Coinach.
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Relationships
- ♥ Romantic Interest ♥ Sexual Desire ♥ Platonic Love ● Good Standing ● Neutral Standing ● Poor Standing
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- ■ "I've 'eard her gettin' shouted deaf in the Bismark. Don't think the maesters care much for 'er." - Limsa Lominsa Resident
- ■ "Always see her alone, that one. Only time not, when she's gettin' the ears beat off her, sparring with Yellowjackets up the beach." - La Noscean Merchant
- ■ "I saw her climbing out of an airship, yesterday. All confidence and swagger, one of those godsdammed huge books tucked under one arm. Looked like she'd had a rough day, but was smiling for it.- Yellowjacket
- ■ "She ran past me, t'other day, red in the face, and a welt the size of a La Noscean orange on her cheek. Hope she sought a healer." - Local Fisher
- ■ "Always so grim. No wonder you and Lyfriel are friends...You'll notice that despite hardship, she is still able to smile? The world isn't so far gone, then, seeing that." - Rhesh'ir Zhwan
- ■ "She believes that if everyone is together that we'll be alright. It's naive, but... endearing." - Rhesh'ir Zhwan
- ■ "Lyfriel is everything. She calls me 'her Moon', but in reality, she is the same for me. She is a soft, beautiful light in my life. Only, I don't have to wait until nightfall to see her shining properly~" - Rhesh'ir Zhwan
- ■ "She's a strong-spirited girl, and unlike most sunseekers, I find her pleasant to be around. But she has an air of apologeticness about her that I can't shake, and it almost bothers me, to a degree. She works far too hard to please everyone, and her kindness is a double-bladed edge. What will happen when she runs out of resources to give, I wonder? Will she break, or will something new bloom?" - Onuma Ahntifi
- ■ "Lyfriel is sister to me. Not by blood, but she may as well be. She's a special person in my life and I wouldn't give anything in the world in exchange. I hurt her once, but I'm adamant in not letting that happen again. For this, I'm thankful we are on best of terms again. " - Onuma Ahntifi
- ■ "Lyf is our constant, and truly the best friend I've ever had. Without her, the group would surely have drifted apart. I confide in her more than anyone because she has truly earned it." - Dawson Colwell
- ■ "Lyf has a good heart. As far as I'm concerned, she's at the center of our little tribe. She works hard--probably too hard--to make it all work, and for that I am grateful." - Dawson Colwell
- ■ "Y'lyfriel is and will continue to be a boon in mine own experience. Though a mother, she continues to show her youth in many ways--ones that will likely create more conflict than not. She is tenacious and bold, I shall admit" - Trisselle Rondelet
- ■ "Miss Lyfriel is very, very kind. She deals with so much when all of us are together, and yet she's always smiling! Even when Rhesh'ir is being a ..Rude. A rude rude." - Rahn'a Lihzeh
- ■ "I can't say she'll cease to surprise me anytime soon; seems she's a swift study with all sorts of subjects. She's even taken to designing her own arcane geometries as of late! I endeavour to emulate her educational eagerness, then maybe one day I'll be as much of an asset to the tribe as she." - Kodaro Ba'rococo
- ■ "Lyf is a wonderful person, she always has time for me, even when she has her own troubles... I really appreciate that, and I hope I can at least match that myself when she needs help. She's like a sister to me in many ways, and a mother in others... I suppose it would be safe to say I consider her an extended member of my family." - Fen'rin Taveck
History/Timeline
- Birth and Youth
- Y'lyfriel is yet unaware of her birthplace; her mother, Y'zanza Behn, and her father, Sikah, brought her to La Noscea, and it is there that she spent the entirety of her youth. The family lived a short distance from the Swiftperech settlement. Her mother made much of the family's living as an artisan weaver of some renown. When Y'lyfriel was only two years of age, her father, an adventurer, failed to return from a particular outing. Y'zanza spoke very little of his occupation or interests during Lyfriel's growing up, but maintained an insistence that Sikah had died while abroad. Shortly after her father disappeared, Lyf's sister, Y'adebh, was born.
- In spite of Sikah's disappearance, the family managed to remain well off. Both Y'lyfriel and Y'adebh were adventurous in spirit, the former finding her freedom in her numerous acquaintances along the La Noscean coast, the latter keeping her head in the clouds---clouds full of adventurers' tales. Neither found themselves in an abundance of trouble, apart from the bumps, bruises, breaks, and heartaches of young lives. Hearing at a distance of Ala Mhigo's plight, and later, the Battle of Silvertear skies, kept them longing to see and experience other lands. Though Y'zanza allowed her daughters a large amount of freedom, they were kept from traveling abroad.
- The Calamity
- The destruction wrought by Dalamud's fall, and Bahamut's emergence, took thousands of lives. Away on a rotation with a patrolling Yellowjacket squad--an apprenticeship that would prepare her to enter Mealvaan's Gate--Y'lyfriel was away from her family's small home when it was brought to ruin. Breaking from her horrified awe at the spectacle that would forever change Eorzea, she rushed home to find only death--Y'zanza's and Y'adebh's bodies still aflame.
- With the help of what was left of the small community, the dead were laid to rest. For the next three cycles, Lyf struggled to maintain a living for herself as a weaver, but what little her mother had imparted to her was not enough to find her a suitable living.
- Mealvaan's Gate, Adulthood, and a Disaster at Sea
- Resigning from the recovering community of Swiftperch, Lyfriel made her way into Limsa Lominsa and took up her nearly abandoned apprenticeship. She began as a clerk in Mealvaan's Gate, but her studious nature and desire for adventure allowed her a place to study the Arcanum. Alongside her blossoming thirst for knowledge, she made a fair, and perhaps expected number of poor choices. One brief courtship with a Bismarck waiter landed her an apprenticeship at the esteemed restaurant, but it lasted only as long as Lyf's patience.
- After two years of study at the Gate, she began a relationship with a Lominsan privateer--Captain Erasmuss Ross. Believing it to be a route of escape into a life of adventure, she allowed the man to convince her to leave her studies and her home, to travel abroad. Their first voyage together was over shortly after it began; Sahagin set upon their ship, and several crew members, including Captain Ross, were killed. The man who assumed command--a renowned Arcanist named Rayner Cantilever, was unveiled to have his own motivations. He assaulted Lyfriel within Ross' cabin, and ordered the crew to sail for a Nymian ruin. Only further disaster awaited their arrival, as a host of tonberries set upon Rayner's new crew. Lyfriel escaped the disaster with two others, a strange stone, and a yet-unknown new companion that would change her life forever.
- Finding a New Path
- Shipwrecked and adrift, Y'lyfriel was picked up by a passing merchant vessel that eventually made its berth on the eastern Eorzean coast. From there, Lyf traveled to the Black Shroud, but not before discovering the strange, sentient elemental that had saved her while at sea---Eirene, a faerie of Nym. Their bond together freshly forged, they remained together in the Shroud while Lyf attempted to make a living working as a naturalist. While attempting to study a flock of ziz, she happened upon one 'Zee' of the Shroud--Rhesh'ir Zhwan, a traveling, reclusive bard. Time spent together brought them closer, and along the way, Lyfriel met Tahla'li Tayuun, Onuma Ahntifi, Lotan'to Jiub, Dawson Colwell, and X'linwh Tia.
- What began as a loose gathering of like-minded companions in the Shroud evolved into a renowned free company operating beneath the banner of the Maelstrom, led by Rhesh'ir himself. Though they've known hardship, she and Rhesh'ir now have a child together, and have found more worth fighting for than either could have suspected after their fateful meeting in the Twelveswood.
- Onward, Certain
- Brought together by circumstance but bonded by love, Lyfriel and Rhesh'ir became Eternally Bonded before the eyes of their companions and the Twelve. With fresh resolve, they continue to lead the Maelstrom Foreign Levy 81st Company towards fresh endeavors and new threats that circle ever closer.
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Footnotes
Theme Song: You're Not Alone
TV Tropes: Stiff Upper Lip, Underdog
Alignment: Chaotic Good