Ytta Schatten

[edit] Details Personality Relationships Rumors Gallery OOC Notes GENERAL INFORMATION Ytta Schatten is a sorceress, antiquarian and archivist that forms one of the halves of Schatten & Schatten, an excavating company created in the interest of pursuing priceless relics and important pieces of Eorzean history. The youngest daughter of the witch Ydna, a clever woman whose ingenuity and cunning saw her safely from wartorn Ala Mhigo and delivered into a lucrative position among the Ul'dahn nobility, she stands as the heir to her family's fortunes and seems committed to occupying a similar place. Despite that, she has garnered a reputation for an insatiable lust for adventure, discovery and indulging herself in unorthodox pursuits most noble-minded citizens find unbecoming for a lady. APPEARANCE A woman of entitlement and arrogance and the loveliness that tends to walk hand in hand with both, Ytta arrests attention with a dark and classical beauty given distinction by melancholy and intrigue. Her fair, angular features are reminiscent of the cunning of a cat, arched brows, high cheekbones and a straight nose tapering to a soft chin and full lips, but seem loathe to part with the near predatory sense of observation that has her hold the gaze for far too long. Her sable hair, silky, cropped to chin length in feathery layers and parted so that it obscures one of her pale green eyes, and a dusting of dark powder at her lids, flawless application of kohl and reddened lips draws the pallor of her clear skin into stark relief. Ytta favors suppleness over slothfulness in frame but is slighter than most, standing ilms shorter than the average but more than making up for it with stylish flair and a certain command of attention that is equal part feminine appeal and coy provocation. The oftentimes strenuous practice of magic, while evidenced in the exhaustion that occasionally weighs upon her shoulders and removes her of her charms, has not robbed her of the blessing of sleek curvature and the keen ability to present herself with a grace that hinges upon guileful. Despite her svelte grace, there is some notion of an entirely shameless love of sweets in her ample bosom, round hips and soft thighs. Though prone to wearing fabrics of brocade or velveteen in ebon or jewel tones, Ytta's sense of fashion intersects between elegant and expensive, daring and provocative and downright eldritch. Well-tailored blouses are often accented by corsetry that pulls in tight at her slender waist exemplify proportioning that is fairly generous, cut low enough so that it hints at a scandalous peek, and short flowing skirts that barely brush the tops of high heeled boots. Lacy black gloves and stockings peek from her wide sleeves and at her thighs, accentuating a collar of similar design set with a lovely green crystal at her throat and an expensive wide-brimmed cavalier's hat stuck by a glorious golden chocobo feather. Aspects That Stand Out: ■ Scent: Ytta wears a sweet floral perfume oil of orange blossoms and irises rubbed onto her wrists, throat and breast. ■ Jewelry: A worn family ring upon her left hand is among the most prominent of her pieces for its masculine design. ■ Foci: The crystalline foci that dangle from her ears, neck and wrists surely have greater use than mere decoration. ■ Runes: Her skin is covered in thin runic scarring that seems to serve as the basis for how easily her magic is channeled. ■ Beauty Mark: She has a very cute little freckle beneath her left eye. PERSONALITY A precocious, coquettish woman of little patience with a flair for dramatic indignation, Ytta is most often described as a neurotic debutante by those who mislike her or an intriguing prodigy by those who do. Early aptitude has blessed her with a kind of confidence that can be hard to find, but alongside her lofty expectations and unrelenting ambition has come condescension that could best be pinned as a lady's arrogance tied to the impropriety of a risk taker. Above all things, she values competence, ambition and usefulness - as a socialite and an explorer always looking for the next exciting discovery by delving deep into ancient ruins or prying stories from even the most hardheaded of conversational partners, her capability to appear the charismatic hostess to those with something to offer is unsurprising but almost entirely focused upon personal gain. L I K E S ■ Learning. It speaks for itself - knowledge is the most valuable thing in the known world. She has special interest in history and magic. ■ Beauty. An early interest in artistic pursuits has blossomed into an appreciation for all that is aesthetically pleasing, especially the latest fashions and most popular painters. ■ Ambition. Ytta is ever on the look out for new endeavors to invest in and funds the adventures of many in support of their reach for something ever higher. ■ Gambling. Not everything she does is a calculated risk. She loves watching the chocobo races in the Gold Saucer and owns an expensive stud from a long, proud pedigree. ■ Rich Food. You can't really blame her - being a picky eater is in her upbringing! Her favorites are a sweet red wine and cherry cheesecake. D I S L I K E S ■ Complacency. Never a woman to sit still for too long, she has little sympathy for those with no greater aspiration than to remain as they are. ■ Uncleanliness. Being wet, dirty or otherwise disorderly horrifies her. ■ Overstimulation. Though not easily stressed, Ytta's composure is quick to fall when there is a great deal of unnecessary noise. ■ Oversensitivity. Whether it be to offer constructive criticism or a more ideal perspective, the inability to speak bluntly and to the point without an emotional reaction from others often frustrates her. ■ Cold. As a native of Ul'dah, snowy Ishgard and Coerthas are her worst nightmare. H O B B I E S ■ Gardening. An accomplished botanist, Ytta has documented every known plant on Eorzea and keeps a garden of considerable size. ■ Weaving. She once proclaimed the market never had clothing that flattered her figure in the way she wanted, so she began to sew herself. ■ Monster Husbandry. In very delicate terms, Ytta would describe her interest in Eorzean menaces such as the ahriman and behemoth a matter of scientific interest. ■ Singing. Her voice is sweet and as clear as a bell, though it isn't a talent frequently utilized. ■ Aerial Silks. What started out as an acrobatic way to maintain her fitness has become a practice that brings her peace. S T R E N G T H S ■ Ingenuity. ■ Confidence. ■ Charisma. ■ Curiosity. ■ Honesty. ■ Bravery. ■ Ambition. W E A K N E S S E S ■ Arrogant. ■ Callous. ■ Hedonistic. ■ Impatient. ■ Judgmental. ■ Obsessive. ■ Paranoid. M O T I V A T I O N S ■ Achieving new magical breakthroughs. ■ Discovering what was previously unknown. ■ Profiting from lucrative ventures. ■ Leaving a legacy for her children, as her mother did. ■ Keeping her loved ones safe and fulfilled. ■ Exploring and documenting what the world may offer. RELATIONSHIP STATUS LEGEND ♥ Family – ♥ Involved – ♥ Romantic – ♥ Platonic – ♥ Physical – ♦ Friend – ★ Acquaintance – $ Business – ✝ Deceased – ✔ Positive – ✖ Negative – ● Neutral – � Unsure FAMILY ♥ Ylda Schatten, sister. Character's Thoughts: "There are few and far between who understand me as well as my sister, in truth, and though we fuss like any other pair of siblings I could not wish for a better partner and lifelong friend. There is little in this world we cannot accomplish together - with her at my side, all that lies between us and our most lofty of goals is merely paperwork." Amiable, intimate and compromising, Ytta's relationship with her sister is by and far the closest and the most important to her to maintain. She values Ylda's input, perspective and presence in all of her dealings and partners with her in mutually interesting adventures and excavations that may lead to important discoveries, whether they be personal or profitable. NON-FAMILY ♥ Rhys Faulkner, partner. Character's Thoughts: "Rhys... There lurks a deadly talent beneath his disarming charm that does not quite accord with how incompetent he claims to be with a blade - it is most certain that there are things I have not yet discovered about him. Perhaps it will come in time...but I bid it comes quicker than not. I am not known for my patience." Though their partnership began as a foray into gambling and drinking, Ytta and Rhys have enjoyed a close affinity since they first met in the Gold Saucer. Ytta trusts him implicitly with her grand, overzealous plans and closely guarded secrets, but such transparency is not entirely reciprocated - he still has secrets of his own that he needs to account for. RUMORS N P C Some of these rumors are untrue, speculation, or are greatly exaggerated. ◢ Common Rumors - Easily overheard. Use these freely! ■ "Heh, she may have money and be pretty and willing enough for a good lay, but I'm not like to cross her with the insult. She'd kill you for a gil if it meant an end to shame." ◢ Uncommon Rumors - A little more difficult to hear. Use sparingly or ask first! ■ "The Schattens? They're a terrible lot. The only reason that bratty witch thinks she's better than us is because her mother was quick enough to hide the things she stole from the royal family before she got caught. Don't even get me started on their poor father..." ◢ Rare Rumors - Very rarely overheard. Please ask before using! ■ "I've been her maid for almost three years and I've never seen her as unhinged as the day she near burnt down the estate. All of that dark magic she practices has to have gone to her head. The poor girl is stark raving mad by this point, I imagine - let me tell you about some of her horrid experiments..." P C Feel free to add your own rumors to this section. ◢ Player Character Rumors - Some of these are more rare than others! ■ "Rumor." — Rumormonger. 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YTTA SCHATTEN ■ Name Day: 13th Sun of the 4th Umbral Moon ■ Deity: Rhalgr, the Destroyer ■ Citizenship: Ul'dah ■ Nationality: Ala Mhigan ■ Residence: The Radiant Springs (Camp Bronze Lake) ■ Occupation: Antiquarian; Sorceress ■ Relatives: Ylda Schatten (Sister) CHARACTERISTICS ■ Race and Clan: Midlander Hyur ■ Gender: Female ■ Height: 5 fulms, 4 ilms ■ Weight: 135 ponze ■ Eye Color: Pale Green ■ Hair Color: Black OUT OF CHARACTER ■ Main Job(s): Black Mage ■ Tradeskills: Weaver, Botanist ■ Server: Balmung ■ Free Company: ■ Contact Information: rhosmera#7417 (Discord) Template made by User:Abelia Kir Armiger and free for use!