Keiji Shigeru
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 "Nothing ventured, nothing gained." | |
| Race | Hyur |
| Clan | Midlander |
| Citizenship | Doman |
| Age | 29 |
| Height / Weight | 6 fulms 1 ilms, 188 ponz |
| Occupation | Wandering Swordsman |
| Server | Balmung |
| Timezone | AEDT, Evenings during PST |
Keiji Shigeru continues to follow his traditions despite being in foreign lands. Though he may be caught reminiscing from time to time, Keiji sets his eyes forward and readies himself for what the future may bring.
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Basic Info
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Appearance
Raw. Standing above many of his kind, this creature is a cryptic looking figure, gritty and rough around the edges. A long, tanned face full of sharp angles serves as a strong base for his other features. Drawn lips seem to fashion themselves into a tired smile more often than not, coupled with a pair of intoxicating eyes. The orbs nestled into his skull, though mud yellow with a gray shade, seem sunken. The whites of which are perpetually spider webbed by veins, as if he rarely gets a good night's sleep. And such an assumption isn't too far off the mark. His hair too reflects this and is typically disheveled, simply smoothed out by a careless passing of his fingers through blackened strands.
Often clothed in loose fitted attires which are best suited for his combat flexes, an eager eye would take notice of his chiseled physique. Being the experienced swordsman that he is calls for regular training, and such hobbies are not without scars. Most of his skin imperfections appear to congregate near his upper torso and heavy palms. Calluses run rampant around on the four fingers of his dominant right hand. Interestingly enough, a black tattoo trails from his wrist and up his right arm. The thick mark is impressed into his flesh, almost burnt, and weaves around his arm until it tickles his broadened shoulder.
Personality
Keiji is but a humble man holding a code of honor. He carries himself with an air of composure and temperance, speaking politely with an unimposing tone of voice and unnecessary formalities. Without hesitation he will put the innocents and unguarded before himself, whether it be in social-standing and well-being. There have been days where he would live without food and water, giving everything he has to the less fortunate he comes across.
Despite being someone who rarely bursts out laughing and feels more comfortable offering a chuckle or two, the Doman has an odd, or otherwise dry sense of humor. This can be seen whenever he dresses up in the strangest garments to "fit in" with the rest of Eorzea. Such occasions cause him to be a complete mockery as he finds himself being pointed and laughed at. However, no matter the insults or ridicules thrown at him, his usual tired smile is only offered in response.
His awkward clumsiness can only further damage his image. Keiji may be a skilled swordsman, but as time takes its toll and given his recent departure from Doma, some may catch him daydreaming and walking into walls or lamp posts. There have been close cases where he almost fell off great heights while exploring the contents of the Shroud. Thankfully, his Sylph friends had been in close proximity to keep a careful eye on the 'Careless One'.
To the unfamiliar, Keiji can be viewed as easily exploitable and expendable. To those who understand the man fully, they may see a being who has found serenity and encases himself with wisdom. However, he is not one without personal affairs and rarely speaks about them at length. He never lies yet never tells the full tale to his stories.
History
Rumors
Some of these may or may not be true. Please feel free to add your own rumors under PC!
NPC Rumors
- ■ "I don't care what you think but I swear the guy is insane. He was wearing a horse helmet around town like it was nothing."
- ■ "I was dying from starvation and there he came along with a small container of food. He said something I didn't understand but.. I'm alive because of him."
- ■ "He has a nice face, and a nice body.. Oh crap, I'm thinking aloud aren't I?"
- ■ "Saw him slay a beastman with a single blow to the face with the back of his sword, but then I saw him walking in a boulder a few bells later. Weird man."
- ■ "'eard he was supposed ter be dead and lost to 'e seas. Guess the Gods 'ad other plans eh?"
- ■ "We found the Careless One washed up ashore. Bad shape, skinny and broken."
- ■ "He fought with the Garleans. Killed hundreds in the past. Even murdered his family.. or was it his wife? Details, he is a murderer. What code of honor? Pish, he'd stab you in the throat without second thoughts."
- ■ "You don't think they are planning something, do you? They keep speaking in their own damned language. I wonder if he's plotting behind our backs. I don't trust them."
PC Rumors
- ■ "He is a kind-hearted man and wise beyond his years, but perhaps he is too kind as he sacrifices much to see others treated well. Still I would not have him change nor could I bring myself to scold him too harshly." -- Ginjiro Mori
- ■ "One look in this man's eyes told me that he was wise. But he was also nurturing and caring. I am glad to have met him, as I believe he is one of a few that keep me grounded." -- Tetsuro Akashi
Relationships
- ♥ Augustine Frost :
- ♥ D'lyhhia Lhuil :
- ♥? Ginjiro Mori : An old friend that carries many memories with him, both the good and the bad. The two saw each other in Apkallu Falls, both seemingly in disbelief that fate would allow them to meet again. Keiji's ship had capsized when they set sail for safer lands, forcing all of those who survived to believe the swordsman died along with his comrades. The reunion was bitter sweet, sharing stories of their new found life against their own desires. Keiji sees Ginjiro as a young cub, always offering a word of advice when necessary. There is no doubt that he holds great concern and care for the shorter Doman and is quite fond of patting him on the head, and teasing him. Some may even assume Ginjiro to be a handmaid of some sort, considering how much he tends to Keiji's outer appearance. As of recent, Ginjiro confessed his feelings that had been hidden away for more than ten years. Feeling guilt and remorse, Keiji left his friend confused for a time as his visions were still haunted by his deceased wife. After walking into the pillars of Bronze Lake numerous times and tripping over cobblestones, he finally decided that it was perhaps time for him to move on. He has yet to give a solid answer, but the two have grown closer since.
- ♥ Gospel Gestalt : Not what he would consider a friend quite yet, Gospel is an interesting character whom Keiji would like to understand and speak with more. Despite his introverted nature, Keiji was happy to spend some time with the masked man in the Bismarck. He now knows of his dollmaking skills and would like to learn from him.
- ♥ Seiko Mamushi : Keiji formed a connection with the young girl as he was introduced to the 'horsebirds' of Eorzea. He is curious as to why she had left Doma prior to their own undesired departure, but never pushes the matter into deep waters. Keiji finds her charming and quite skillful, after showing an oddball of a Miqo'te on how to scale the lampposts in Gridania. They appear to have formed a 'family', with Keiji being the mother who looks after Seiko's well-being. There are times where he is extremely laxed with her curious nature, always running about and sometimes getting into trouble. On the other hand, he acts a protective mother hen should he sense the slightest form of danger.
- ♥ Tetsuro Akashi : Someone he watched from afar while his friends conversed with him at the Quicksand. There were other bodies that made Keiji question their intentions, but he did not have any ill feelings towards Tetsuro. Once they met and Tetsuro had told Keiji of his past and fear of grieving for his family, the bladesman offered words of comfort and encouragement. Since then, the two have gotten to know each other, exchanging stories of the past and banter. Keiji considers this man to be a friend he can rely on and hopes he will find peace. His wanderlust has proven to be worrisome for Keiji, but he only reminds the axe-wielding Doman has friends by his side whenever he seeks company.
- ♥ Threed Crowley :
Possible Connections
- ■ Garlean(s) who knew his wife as an Imperial spy. She only wanted to cause disarray to his life, take over his family's plot of land and put a stop to their treason.
- ■ Any other Domans that may have known him as an acquaintance or friend.
Gallery
Keiji Selfie.
Miscellaneous
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