Zanzan Yanzan

Zanzan Yanzan
"A family may be many lands and seas apart, but they will always be together at heart."
Spicy Popoto
Gender	Male
Race	Lalafell
Clan	Mixed
Citizenship	Limsa Lominsa and Ul'dah
Age	23
Namesday	8th Sun of the 5th Umbral Moon
Birthplace	La Noscea
Occupation	Registered Adventurer and Thaumaturge
Server	Balmung

Character

((This character profile is on-going work-in-progress! Please be advised.))

♦ General

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Zanzan Yanzan is an aspiring adventure and Thaumaturge in training. The son of a Dunefolks Lalafell, Ixion Quintox, and a Plainsfolk Lalafell, Oboju Noboju, two experienced mages which contributed to Zanzan's natural talent for magic. Born and raised in La Noscea, he lived among a lively and diverse environment with people of far-reaching cultures which in turn fed into his curiosity of the world and his open and welcoming demeanor after his experience with individuals from different walks of life.

His life was relatively normal though worry came to his family when he began to show an unstable connection to the aether which began his training in the art of magic as a way to control it. However, his family's life took a turn as the Calamity hit, resulting in the death of Oboju during his earlier years.

Currently, he travels and explores the world, aiding any in search of need all the while taking up contracts to support himself and his family, and previously before, underneath the colors of the Immortal Flames. He hopes that one day he'd be able to settle down and find a new place for his family but currently, lives on the path of the road. However, he'll never stop in making Eorzea and the lands beyond a safe place for all.

Character Music

A Shield For Many. A Friend to All.

Eorzean Adventures Await!

A Home Among the Stars.

♦ Appearance and Other Attributes

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Zanzan Yanzan is a lalafell of average height and wild, earthy brown hair. The most oddest of his features are his green and blue eyes which are shared yet reversed with his twin sister. He often wears a warm expression, meeting everyday with a smile.

He commonly wears a large, weathered coat, which is interiorly lined with scales for added protection, hiding most of his physical features if his hat hadn't accomplished that in the first place.

Many may assume that the Lalafell is young, if his appearance did not confuse the non-popotos already, due to his lively demeanor though his deeper and smoother voice immediately betrays that initial thought. He speaks with a light La Noscean accent (common in seafaring folk) though usual his manner of speaking is closer to that of a traveling bard, possibly contributed by his love for story-telling and extensive book reading.

[Temporary Change: Zanzan has recently taken up the effort to comb and style his usually messy hair. He even sports fresh clothing from time to time. What is he planning?]

♦ Behaviour

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Zanzan is an open, friendly, and welcoming individual, greeting most individuals like friends, even if they were total strangers, a trait he had adopted from being raised by his father. However, this does not mean his is easily swayed and is naturally perceptive to emotions and behaviors which may be contributed by his curious and observant nature.

He approaches most jobs with overwhelming optimism, at least, openly, another trait passed by down his father. While he has child-like energy, he meets most occasions with maturity and respect. Though that isn't to say that the Lalafell isn't completely in control of his emotions. One may find him stubborn in his philosophies and does not hold back on his expression of emotions whether display of sorrow relating to uselessness or one of anger due to dishonesty shown by his peers.

Character Quotes

"Come on then, friends! This job isn't going to finish themselves. Mayhaps the bards will soon tell the tales of our adventures and deeds? Oh, imagine striding through the taverns as we are heralded like the Scions! What a dream that'll be..."

"I lost my Pa... My family lost their home. If you think that is not enough reason for what I do then I do not wish to speak to you anymore. We're all connected as the stars in the sky... Let us at least make this a better place, a better home, for ourselves."

Combat

While Zanzan is naturally talented in Thaumaturgy, it doesn't matter much without more experience and study in the field. Due to his aetherial imbalance, he often attempts to stabilize his channeling with two scepters that could be attached by their hilts to form a staff. He also shows himself as an agile and quick individual though that may come from him being a Lalafell avoiding larger predators than actually being learned from close combat.

One wouldn't expect a mage to experience episodes of aetherial sickness. However, it is a different case for Zanzan due to his aetherial imbalance and the instable connection he has to the aether. Extensive casting of spells may result in an aetherial burst of energy which, while may be potentially beneficial in defeating enemies, could infuse his body with more aether he could handle.

In addition to this, he is also currently looking to train in close-quarters combat in hopes that it'll increase his physical fortitude and as a back up in the case that his magic fails him.

Tendencies

Likes ■ Food. ■ Food. ■ Even more food. ■ Festivals and Faires ■ Dancing and Songs ■ Storytelling ■ Exploring and Traveling ■ Books; Reading ■ Studying and Learning of Different Cultures

Dislikes ■ Dishonesty. Dishonesty. Dishonesty. ■ Mean people, obviously. ■ Extremely loud noises; sensitive hearing. ■ Voidscent and another relating to the Void. ■ Undead. ■ Being called a short popoto.

Hobbies/Talents ■ Practicing and the studying the uses of aether. Intermediate Skill in Thaumaturgy. ■ Assisting and offering aid to people. It is also part of his job afterall. ■ Household repair and maintenance. He's moderately skilled in carpentry in that regard. A handy-lalafell. ■ Cooking and preparing meals. He's a pretty good cook. ■ Exploration. Can't resist the potential of new adventures, experiences, and knowledge. ■ Sailing. Not recently explored due to it being a family hobby and things have changed since his father's death.

Flaws/Faults

♦ Related Images

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  Io and Zanzan enjoying a simple Lalafell-sized meal.

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  Ixion Quintox, Zanzan Yanzan and Yanyan Zanyan in a family photo.

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  Smiiiiile!

Relationships

*Relationship Standings are from Zanzan's perspective. It may be different to the other individual. Ever-changing* (Best viewed with a narrow window)

💘 Crush 💗 Familial Love ❤ Romantic Love 💑 In a relationship ● Good Standing ● Neutral Standing ● Poor Standing

Family and Friends 💗 Oboju Noboju – (Deceased, NPC) The father of the twins, Zanzan Yanzan and Yanyan Zanyan. The man was cheerful and out-going, meeting every passerby with a smile and friendly chat; one might say his hearty laugh can radiate an aura of warmth to nearby persons. However, Oboju was a mage, often diving into dangerous work as it comes with the nature of his job. In the end, some may say that it lead to his passing. As the Calamity struck all across La Noscea, he was rendered unable to rejoin his family after the destruction brought by Bahamut. 💗 Ixion Quintox – The mother of the twins. Not much is known about Ixi to the public aside from her name; not many even know of her family, and her experience as a mage. It can be said that this older lalafell, and mother of two children, is both stern and caring. After the Calamity, she immediately found work with several free companies in order to support Zanzan and Yanyan until they were mature enough to set off on their own path. You can say she has also found new love and recently married... to her job. 💗 Yanyan Zanyan – Zanzan's twin and daughter of Ixi and Oboju. Yanyan shares much with Zanzan such as a love for travel and adventure, a friendly and welcoming nature along with a natural talent for in channeling the aether. Yanyan demonstrates a better ability to channel a stable flow of aether unlike her brother whose magic is potentially more powerful but unstable. ● Minara Noh – A lalafell who used to work for Oboju before the Calamity. A strong-headed individual, it is to no surprise that Oboju took her up as part of his crew. Due to her work with him, it would be no surprise that she would develop a relationship and bond with his family, including the twins. 💘 Qara Hotgo – An young Au Ra female from Othard, a Xaela; Zanzan's first meeting of their kind. Not only has Zanzan been captivated by her appearance and culture, he has also been enjoying her company from time to time. One can say the Lalafell wishes to court her, if it was blatantly obvious already. She has peaked Zanzan's interest in learning more of the Au Ra. ● Miah Polaali – (Deceased) An old friend and adventuring comrade, Zanzan and Miah first met in the adventuring free company, the Gilded Dawn. They undertook several contracts together until Miah found it in herself to settle down and lead her clan as Matriarch of the Morbolvine Clan in which Zanzan assisted with. However, due to family conflicts and several bad dealings, Miah has now passed on. ● Kiht Jakkya – Matriarch of the Shroudwolves. After Zanzan was dismissed from the Morbolvine's clan grounds at the time of Miah's death, Kiht was kind enough to allow the lalafell to stay with her own clan during his visit to Gridania and the Shroud. ● Kirkirik Tirtirik – Traveling companion. They both met as Zanzan was visiting his mother one night. Kirkirik, being polite and formal as ever yet again, has taken up a promise from Ixi to watch over her son while Zanzan appreciates the lalafell's company during his travels. ● Nihka Mioni – A warm and kind-hearted Miqo'te from the Shroudwolf Clan who also cares for her cub, Sehki. She appears to enjoy Zanzan's telling of tales and treats the Lalafell almost like family. Zanzan hopes to learn from this Miqo'te of few words.

Acquaintances ● Io Saar – A Miqo'te that Zanzan has crossed a few times at taverns. Treated her with many many meals. Oddly enough, he enjoys her company despite her inability to speak. ● Z'beexu Vhoz[[File:|100px|left]] – ● Tatato Tato – A lalafell arcanist. Both lalafells have worked together on the field, partaking in the same contracts involving places of historic knowledge or aetheric influences. Though their relationship was more revolving around business, perhaps a better friendship is ready to blossom. ● Ninifae Nira – A Miqo'te scholar from the Shroudwolf Clan. She claims to have been a Lalafell once before though Zanzan is quite not sure he should believe such a story... yet. She has offered her assistance to Zanzan in order to aid him in better controlling his aetherial channeling. ● Braxis Wynterwulf – A Highlander Knight from Ishgard. They met and spoke in passing during a stop at the Drunken Moogle. The Highlander shared stories of his fight against the dragons and peaked Zanzan's interest to travel to Coerthas and maybe even Dravania one day. Perhaps one day, he will get to see the dragoon in action. ● Therion Kator'to – A male Keeper Miqo'te. The current leader of the Morbolvine Clan following the death of its Matriarch. He aims to keep the clan's traditions strong and Zanzan has offered his help in any way possible. Enemies & Rivals ● Austurmax Laforet - A mysterious and shady Elezen. Zanzan has enough evidence on why he shouldn't trust this man and partially blames Miah's death on him.

Rumours

■ (Common) "Nearly ate out me entire stock! I almost had to shove the lil' guy out so my other customers would 'ave somethin' to eat." - Limsa Lominsan Chef

■ (Common) "If yer lookin' for help, look for tha'lalafell... Uh... What 'is name again? Ah! Right, Zanzan Yanzan. Good lad, he is." - La Noscean Ferryman

■ (Common) "Papa! Papa! Do you think Zanzan's going to be here tonight? I want to hear stories again! Stories!" - A Farmer's Child

■ (Uncommon) "Well... Mayhaps if he was a little bit taller I'll... Umm... Oh darn it, why couldn't he be some rugged Highlander or an Elezen... Sigh... He's such a sweetheart." - Ul'dahn Miqo'te Dancer

■ (Uncommon) "He does some good work out here and the denizens here seem to love him. Can't say I'm too comfortable letting a Thaumaturge running around in the Shroud though. I will be watching him." - Twin Serpant Officer

■ (Rare) "I found him runnin' out of some alley, crying, angry or some shite. Decided to check on the commotion and the next thin' I know, the entire place was frozen like some fuckin' Coerthas wasteland! I can't say much about those thugs though, only that it took an entire day to chip their arses out of that ice." - Brass Blade Private

Player Character Rumours

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■ "I want t'eat him." - Meyla Sarka

■ "I have seen him eat enough food to put a giant or two to shame." - Braxis Wynterwulf

■ "'Tis hard to believe he was once friends with one of the most insane Moon-sisters I knew, yet he is not insane himself. Twelve have preserved his kindness and honor." - Kiht Jakkya

■ "Fatass Lalafell, bottomless stomach, warn your chef." - Z'beexu Vhoz

♦ OOC