Scars & Markings: Myriad scars pepper Ayda's form, some old and weathered, mostly faded with time, others burning fresh. Of prominent note, two old, fading scars mar Ayda's features, running through to misshape her brow and across her eye, though her vision seems unaffected. Several others draw the length of the Keeper's back. Deep and new yet, they pinch the surrounding flesh, still burning pink in their center-most dip.
Ayda bears dark blueish markings commonplace of her race, their presence drawing the curve of her round, feminine face.
Voice: --- Light and girlish, Ayda's voice is uncharacteristically soft, often misconstruing her as a girl younger than her actual years. Paired with her typical mannerisms, it's a mistake frequently made by strangers.
Clothing: --- Ayda takes no personal pride in her general appearance, opting primarily for function over fashion. As such, the Keeper is far too often seen wearing a dalmatica- well beyond its years in use- hanging from her petite form, only just kept together by loving, frequent stitching on Ayda's part. Unfortunately Ayda is not the best seamstress, and it shows.
When not wearing such forms of attire, Ayda dons furs and weaponry typical of Tailfeather, her body covered from head to toe in various leathers of beasts unknown. Hers look to be less worn than many of the hunters and huntresses within the Dravanian camp, belying her relatively new status as a worker within their ranks.
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Likes
Pastries— Ayda adores sweets, particularly those that are fresh baked, and warm. catering to her own desire, the woman has long since taught herself the craft of baking, often experimenting with new pies, cakes, and various other baked goods.
Learning— Whilst Ayda often seems naïve, childish, and absent minded, she values most any opportunity to learn, whether it be by tome, or experience. As a result the Keeper is often trying new hobbies, taking great pleasure in them regardless of her success.
Solitude— Long moons within the towering boughs of the Dravanian Forelands forest have provided Ayda a newfound appreciation for the comfort solitude lends an individual. As a result, Ayda habitually withdraws from the company of others, often seeking solace in less traveled areas.
Dislikes
Conflict—Ayda prefers passive measures to those of force, often going out of her way to avoid combat and violent situations. Rarely will she employ the use of any weaponry she keeps, making use of them only in dire circumstances.
Fireworks— While not fearing them, Ayda prefers not to be around the vicinity of festivals when these loud, colourful displays begin, opting instead to find quiet areas away from festivities, oftentimes indoors.
Snow/Cold— Having spent the large majority of her life between the lower reaches of the Shroud and Limsa Lominsa, Ayda has very little tolerance or love for the colder reaches of Eorzea. This is something she has come to tolerate in recent moons, her work in Tailfeather leaving her no other option.
Fears
Military Alliances— Ayda harbours a well hidden fear that the ghosts of her past will catch up to her, and as such avoids the three primary alliances whenever possible.
Bandersnatch— Following an accident of her own fault, Ayda dreads encounters with these formidable creatures, but cannot avoid their inevitable encounters within the Drvanian Forelands.
Sleeping— Ayda hates the looming vulnerability sleeping lends, and as such often has dark, angry rings beneath her eyes.
Trivia
Favorite Food:Pastries— Ayda loves sweets, and loves those wrapped in warm, flaky crust even more.
Favorite Drink:Lassi— Rolanberry, mint- anything lassi she can get her hands on.
Favorite Colour:None— Ayda has no particular preference for colour, but holds a fondness for the green of her partner's eyes.
Some of these rumours are untrue, speculation, or are greatly exaggerated. Please feel free to add your own rumours under the Player Character category!
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◢ Common Rumours - Easily overheard. Use these freely!
■ "Always lookin' fer' a new spot t'be castin' her line, that girl. Had a sit down with 'er, once or twice. Optimistic. Right good lass, and not 'alf bad at reelin' 'em up!" — Rough and tumble Limsan Hyur
■ "Lovely girl, she is. Hopped our caravan on th'way t'Tailfeather, kept us folks well fed in turn for taking her from th'Shroud. Always got that sad look y'see on folk when we asked why she needed t'be going so far, though. A shame, she don't seem th'kind to hurt a midge." — Kindly caravan guard
■ "Ah, Ayda. Yes, I know her. Determined to learn the craft of food, she is. I couldn't tell you how many moons she spent bothering the Carline's cooks, asking advice. Says it keeps her busy. A -passion-, I say." — Amused Carline Canopy stewardess
◢ Uncommon Rumours -A little more difficult to hear. Use sparingly or ask first!
■ "Ayda? Used to be she'd fancied herself a conjurer, back 'fore the Calamity. Always was an altruistic girl. Nowadays I see her 'round with a bow on her back. Never would have thought it." — Sharp-eyed Gridanian patron
■ "Hah! That lass, seen her trailin' after a surly Hyur, that one. Don't know why, though. He didn't look -half- nice, and I'd swear he must've grabbed her off th'streets of Ul'Dah, for her to be with such dour man." — Nosy Ul'Dahn merchant
■ "Seen her crying in th'corners of the Shroud recently. Ain't never known her t'be a cryin' sort though, even when we worked t'gether, back in Limsa. Somethin' happened t'that one." — Middle-aged Limsan vactioner
◢ Rare Rumours -Very rarely overheard. Please ask before using!
■ " Over 'eard she damn well near killed 'er mate, run 'im through with a blade, she did, and I'm not goin' close 'nough t'find out. Poison, that tramp." — Curt caravan loading Midlander
■ "I know she fought th'Calamity. I'm sure of it. Wouldn't ever forget those beautiful blue eyes of hers, not after she saved me life in the fields." — Enamoured Duskwight
■ "You're best leaving the girl alone. She'll not tell you of the hand fate's dealt her, no matter your concerns. And well enough, too. Fighting to keep the pawns of a war alive wears heavily on the mind. I can only imagine the horrors she must live, beneath that carefree demeanour." — Elderly Gridanian Conjurer
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◢ Player Character Rumours -Feel free to add rumours of your own!
■ I will play Mature and dark themes, including violence, sexual themes, substance use/abuse, so long as they are implemented within a logical manner in a plot-driven encounter. Any variety of coarse language is fine, as well as injuring and incapacitating this character. Temporary imprisonment. Walk-ups and tells are welcome as well, but please note you will be politely declined if you wish to ERP with this character without any proper development.
■ Ask first Please ask first if you wish to permanently injure or disfigure this character, or if you wish to imprison them for an extended period. I am open to most anything, so long as there is proper communication prior.
■ I am unwilling to play Plots in which this character would be permanently killed or otherwise left unable to be played within a Role-play setting.
Disclaimer
■ If at any point you should feel uncomfortable in the role-play that is happening, please /tell me so that we may resolve the issue. Immersion is not important if all parties involved in a scene are not comfortable with what is happening, and communication is key to allowing for lasting relationships.
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