Desmond Argonar

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Limsa Lominsa-transparent.png Desmond Argonar
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"There are things in this world that you cannot oppose, no matter how hard you try."
Gender Male
Race Hyur
Clan Midlander
Citizenship Limsa Lominsa
Age Unknown

[This is updated frequently; check back for new details!]

Theme song for Desmond

Time (From Inception)

Desmond in one paragraph

Desmond Argonar was a man of honor and loyalty. He commanded respect through his stature, strength, and wealth. He was a paragon of virtue; a knight of the Goddess. Presently Desmond has removed himself from his paragon outlook and is impelled by something else; a far greater cause than he can accomplish within the bounds of the law.

Aliases

  • Owari (The End)
  • Wanderer
  • Paul Desmond

Through hours of laborious venture into the world, Desmond's strength is reflected through his chiseled body. Medium length, unkempt yet styled blonde hair shines over his tan body. He stands tall for a midlander, around 5'8".

People who are sailors or lived a life of sea-faring will immediately recognize Desmond's body as that of a sailor. In addition to his bodily appearance, his eyes are deep blue, nearly matching the sea he was raised on.

Desmond was a man filled with darkness and sorrow due to extreme loss of loved ones. He is not corruptible; with a very strong mind he follows his own moral compass. Desmond is calm and collected; focused. His driving force is his love and concern for his family and, most notably, his wife. He has no weakness. His emotions are sealed tight. Desmond is fiercely loyal to his family and his wife. Some say he has even executed sailors on his ship for coveting his wife and acting on those desires.

Desmond never loses his temper with those he cares about. He always speaks in a kind, calm, and gentle voice (even if it is not emoted).


Common Phrases

  • "May the wind be on your back." ~ A departing wish.
  • "Fair winds and following seas." ~ A sailor's farewell.
  • "As surely as the sun rises..." ~ A preface Desmond uses to signify something stronger than an oath.

Hobbies/Talents

  • Poetry
  • Illusions/magic tricks
  • Drinking


Likes

  • Women
  • Justice
  • Alcohol
  • Honor
  • Chivalry

Dislikes

  • Dishonorable men
  • Evil
  • Corrupted hearts
  • Disrespect
  • Stereotypes and racial remarks

Other

  • Does not tolerate liars.
  • Distrusts others until proven worthy.
  • He has a seemingly unnatural ability to consume inordinate amounts of rum.

Desmond's main military strength is his sword. He lent his blade as aid after the Calamity, scouring the land of evil Imperials and feral beasts. Though not violent in nature, Desmond will not hesitate to pierce the body of a threatening foe, especially one who disrespects women. A man of a few different talents, Desmond will assume whatever role necessary to make sure he protects the realm and the planet. Desmond himself is nearly a martial weapon and the way he fights is almost like an elegant dance. His movements are precise and calculated, even suffering blows in order to expose his targets to the fatal edge of his blade or a crippling move in close quarter combat.

Desmond is a military man. He served the three Grand City States during and after the Calamity. Currently he serves the city states as an inspector that specializes in heinous sex crimes and child abductions. Before that, Desmond was a sailor. His father owned a fleet of ships used to charter goods. After Desmond's father passed away in sleep, he inherited the fleet. It was at sometime during the Calamity that all of it was lost; everything Desmond loved was gone in an instant with no recollection of what happened and who he lost. All he knew was that something was missing and he knew naught of what it was.

Please feel free to add your own gossip under PC!

Common Gossip (Easily overheard)

  • "Inspector Paul Desmond? Don't let his appearance fool you. He's never lost a case. So what if he's always drinking? I swear it makes him more insightful." ~ tavern patrons, market vendors, reporters
  • "Desmond drinks me under the table every damn night. I come in, he's half-way through a bottle. I leave after three hours and he's half-way through a third bottle!" ~ tavern patron
  • "The blonde sailor? I see him in taverns a lot. Always drinking, always drunk..." ~ regular patrons at taverns
  • "He is a longtime seaman, a rootless wanderer." ~ tavern patrons, city-state citizens, villages, essentially heard anywhere.

Uncommon Gossip (Somewhat less common to overhear)

[While this is uncommon gossip, if a character has been in a scenario to hear the gossip, then by all means use it =)]

  • "Yes, he's investigating that masked vigilante Viper. When Paul catches up to him, and mark my words he will, that's going to be one hell of a fight." ~ Reporter for the Harbor Herald
  • "Women? I wouldn't exactly call it a soft spot for Paul. It's more like, 'Take a woman's dignity and Paul will take your life. Then he'll probably take the woman's dignity for himself.' Well don't look at me like that, Paul can take my dignity any time he pleases..." ~ some of Paul's female 'victims'
  • "Paul was top in all his classes at the academy. He received the highest training in martial arts, weapons, and military tactics. He's been decorated for bravery in the line of duty nine times, been promoted eight times, and has never lost a case. He has no wife; no children. His only dedication is to his work. He's our best." ~ Merlwyb
  • "His methods are brutal, violent, barbaric, and unlawful. But he's just too damn good for us to get rid of. That's why you won't see him on our official roster. Officially he was relieved of his command. Unofficially..." ~ Maelstrom commanding officer

Rare Gossip (Very difficult or rarely overheard)

[Since these are said by people, they can of course be heard. However, they are rarely ever said and may not be used without permission. Thus they will not be acknowledged in RP.]

  • "Y'sariel? That's his dearly beloved." "No, it's the woman he calls out in his sleep, Meeko or something. Her death haunts him down to this day. There's no cure for that kind of love." ~ sailors in Limsa's Anchor Yard
  • "Ah, Onryo (vengeful spirit). His spirit is full of vengeance and was clearly displayed in Doma. Oh, Paul Desmond? Never heard of him." ~ Doman refugee.
  • "He told me love is a weakness that should be cut out. If you ask me, he was the one who killed his wife. But seriously, don't ask me..." ~ Maelstrom associates
  • "It's strange he hasn't caught this masked vigilante, Viper. You'd think he would have some clue, some arrest, something... Maybe Paul is the Viper?! Right, our lead detective is the masked vigilante..." ~ one of Paul's squad mates.
  • "What happened to my arm? Well... Paul said, 'I'm going to ask you a few questions and if I don't like your answers I'm going to cut off your arm... with a spoon.' I'm sure you can figure out the rest." ~ One of Limsa's armless prisoners
  • "Paul Desmond... Now that is a name I have not heard in a long time... a long time. Know him? He worked on my merchant vessel some years ago. It was several years before the Battle of the Silvertear Skies." ~ elderly man in Limsa Lominsa
  • "He reminds me of those stories I hear about the drifters and wanderers... Their eyes are filled with sorrow and even though they have lived a full life, they look really young." ~ Doman refugee
  • "It's strange when he killed in battle. There was no fear of death, you could see it in his eyes. It actually scared every one else." ~ war comrade

PC Gossip (Gossip from the characters of other players. Go on, add one!)

  • "A quiet fellow, he really seems preoccupied by something! I think he enjoyed the black rum though...!" - Aya Foxheart
  • "I don't know how to explain it, but something seems so off about him, now. It's like he's lost a part of the fire in his heart. I hope he finds it again, and learns to truly smile." - Liliana Ashe
  • "Ah, the Investigator? Aye, we've met. He's a charming fellow, really. Easy on t'eyes and good company in conversation. On the trail of some vigilante or another. . . hm? Ask him yerself if ye want t'know." - Odette Saoirse
  • "Who knows what his game really is... But I trust him." - M'lissa Keht
  • "Paul? Sharp as a tack that one, quick wit, sarcasm to match. One of the few I'd trust with my life. Twelve help anyone who harms those he cares for though, that's a vengeance that would be swift and brutal." -Damaris Kincaid
💑 Love Interest     Romantic Interest      Sexual Desire     Platonic Love      Family      Good Standing     Neutral     Poor Standing    Deceased

💑 Maiko Argonar: She was a ghost. Not an apparition, but something that haunted Desmond. She was a remnant of his past, one he could not shake the feeling of having familiarity with. However, as every dream ended, so did the returning memory of her. It was an intense love from long ago that ended for unknown reasons. The sad truth: a curse meant that she could remember him, but he could not remember her. This went on until they met in the present; a strange investigative case brought them together. Deja vu sunk in for Desmond. This mystery became more important than any other as he unraveled fragmented memories. Soon enough, Maiko stumbled into an area of Desmond's home that held trinkets. One such trinket was a locket that he gave her shortly after their son, Rylan, was born. The locket was a silver heart that contained a picture of their happy family. This was the link from past to present. It brought his memories flooding back and his love for Maiko was remembered. Despite it being a very difficult trial, it forged their love into an unbreakable steel. Reunited in the present, they are ready to not only move forward with their love, but together they will exact vengeance on the one who sought to disrupt the peace they once had. If their entire relationship were to be summed up in one word it would be: Always.

Maiko's and Desmond's Song


Rylan Argonar: Rylan is the joy made between Maiko and Desmond. Due to very tragic circumstances Desmond raised him on his own from three months old. Many years later, the family of three (Maiko, Desmond, and Rylan) have been reunited. This presents the challenge now of rebuilding their family.


Jasmine Argonar: Formerly Jasmine Archer. She is the biological daughter of Jurmin and Esrith Archer who are now deceased by the hands of the man in black. Her parents were slavers of adolescent girls who were sold into escort services. Jasmine was no exception. As Desmond worked on this case with Maiko, the two developed a bond with Jasmine. After her parents were killed, the couple adopted Jasmine as their own. Jasmine reminds Desmond much of Maiko when he first found her and adopted her. While he does have a fondness for the young girl, the special attachment is a quality reserved for Maiko; she is first in his life.


Lacey Argonar: Lacey is a miqo'te that Maiko and Desmond adopted at her birth. Maiko had run a clinic out of their home. Lacey's mother tragically did not survive the birth of her daughter. This was something that was predicted as a likelihood. In preparation, Lacey the mother had asked Maiko and Desmond to raise her. They kept their word and named the infant Lacey in loving memory of her mother. Due to strange circumstances and possibly even a curse, Lacey has been unable to age beyond her child years. As far as her age is concerned she is frozen in time.


Rihxo Matoi: Desmond met this miqo'te before the Calamity. It was really a chance meeting. He was on his way to the Drowning Wench when she collided with him and nearly fell off the upper decks. There was something about this young girl that caught his attention and he tends to watch over her. Even after meeting her in the Quicksand he has not placed her in his past, but something about her tugs at his memories as he tries to piece this mysterious feeling together. He again feels the need to keep an eye on her, especially after what she shared with him. Indeed, any harm to Rihxo (physically or emotionally) is tantamount to touching Paul's eye.


R'miah Tosh: R'miah was met in Wineport when Desmond was out for a stroll. He also met some members of the 81st. This miqo'te seemed to catch Desmond's interest. As he by chance met with her a second time, the interest was not unfounded. There are a couple mysteries around her that he offered his assistance with. Aside from that, he found her surprisingly insightful and most endearing.


Odette Saoirse: One who itched at Desmond's curiosity, Odette is a highlander female that Desmond didn't hesitate to flirt with when first meeting and, at times, may still make suggestive comments. Her views and morality have influenced Desmond's decisions on more than one occasion. She is one that Paul knows will not question his deepest views on justice and how to attain it.


  • [The below stories are told by the victims in the story and by witnesses. If your character interacts with Paul, feel free to use these stories IC. Of course, they may not know every detail. But use what you would like.]

Dreams of the Times Long Since Passed

Desmond can be anywhere, really. He's from Limsa Lominsa, so is there often. His work takes him all over and can be found at taverns.

What I am looking for/interested in:

  • RP Friends!
  • A good RP plot.
  • RP partners!
  • People to investigate. Paul is an inspector of crimes involving sexual assault, kidnapping, and subsequent murders involving the aforementioned. I'd love to put Paul on the case!
  • Romance RP!

What I will NOT RP:

  • ERP. Period.
  • Character mutilation, including, but not limited to: Killing, scarring, attacking, stabbing, hitting, clubbing, antagonizing, emotional tumult, and more
  • Complete breakage of lore. Honestly, I don't know it all, nor do I really care to. Just don't bring me a character that can fly and is superhuman.

Other Notes

Forgive me if I don't use Eorzean terms. It's enough to remember my character's age and height and weight in real world terms, let alone Eorzean. I follow the KISS principle; Keep It Simple Stupid. When my character speaks, it will be in a way that is easily understood by anyone. Not all understand archaic English. While I avoid terms such as "awesome" and "gnarly" I do use somewhat modernized English.

((This sample is what OOC text will look like.)) Although I use that format, it's only when I'm in RP with someone I'm RPing with. If I send someone a /tell and we aren't engaged in RP, it's pretty obvious it's OOC without (( )). I mainly use it in Skype RP as I copy and paste it for stories and I'd like to easily filter out the OOC content.