Severin Skain
 Severin "Sev" Skain
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| Race | Hyur |
| Clan | Highlander |
| Citizenship | Limsa Lominsa |
| Age | 27 |
| Nameday | 13th Sun of the 1st Umbral Moon, 1550 |
| Guardian | Halone, the Fury |
| Current Residence | Limsa Lominsa |
Contents
Biographical
General
Full Name: Severin Skain
Nickname: Sev
Title: N/A
Hair: Red
Skin: Tanned
Eyes: Light Blue
Height: 6 fulms 6 ilms
Weight: 297 ponze
Appearance
He is tall and muscular as is indicative of his Highlander heritage. His skin is tanned and weathered from a life spent mostly in battlefields or in raids. He keeps his long red hair in braids rarely letting it down, even when laying down for the night. He has piercing blue eyes, that often times change with his mood, a trait that he got from his mother. His father would often tell him that if your mothers eyes are the color of the field that is where you should be running. When his temper is up, his eyes will get green, the lighter the shade the more likely violence will soon ensue.
He has scars on a large amount of his body, the more hateful looking ones are from when he was tortured near death by pirates.
Apparel
He is rarely seen out side of a suit of black armor. If not in armor he can usually be seen in utilitarian clothing in either dark shades of grey, black, or red. He feels most comfortable in his armor though, and usually always has a weapon within arms reach. He seldom wears a helmet in combat, as he hates the confining feel, and the loss of some of his senses while wearing them.
Personality
Alignment
Lawful Neutral - He follows a personal code that he abides by closely, and he has a very mercenary attitude towards most other things. Most jobs are not beneath him if the Gil is right, though he will not harm children. He has some apprehension toward harming women, but he knows that many women are very capable combatants. He is as likely to cut someone down as he is to grant someone clemency. His moral views are very hazy when it comes to what is in a sense morally good or evil, as long as he abides by his own code he is comfortable with his actions.
Motivations/Goals
He has an wolfish fervor for life born from past tragedies, and now would rather burn out prematurely than flicker, gutter, and die. He seeks to leave a lasting legacy and throws himself head first into all his endeavors. He isn't afraid of new experiences and will attempt almost anything once, to gain the experience.
Disposition
He often appears to have a surly disposition, and often times seems unapproachable. While on an assignment, he becomes cold and emotionless, even borderline ruthless, going to any means to see his task is completed to the agreed upon settlement. He is apprehensive when talking to others, and finds it hard to open up to anyone. Slow to trust others and even slower to allow others to get close to him. Though he is rarely seen smiling, one can often times see a small smile crack his lips when he sees kids at play.
Outlook
He is often detached from most things in the world that would normally incite some form of emotion. The loss of his family because of his past catching up with him, has left him emotionally scarred. He tries to fill the void left inside by differing means, or by trying to drown out the memories in his head.
Religion/Philosophy
He pays mild lip service to the gods. He fails to see why he should honor those who would allow such heinous acts to happen to people, but he fails to see that most of his trials and tribulations are self imposed. One can not live by the sword and not expect there whole life to be affected by it.
Method of Handling Rage
It is hard to tell when his ire has been raised. All he has known is war, and he is able to control that rage after years of experience. When he chooses to let wolf off its leash though, it is a force alike the Primals themselves. Being hotheaded is bad for business though, so he often practices mental exercises to gain control again. The fact that the mental exercises usually involve painful ministrations being visited upon the offending party is another story.
Sexuality
Heterosexual; he is not currently in a relationship and does not actively seek one. Though he enjoys the comfort of a woman in his bed, he finds it hard to get attached to one for to long. He does not take just any woman to bed either, he views the intimate act of sex no matter how aggressive as an act of bonding. As if giving part of himself to the other, one that can not be taken back, but must be given back. Though at times he will causally flirt with women, it is the rare flower that might catch his eye.
Positive Personality Traits/Strengths
He is very calm and well mannered for a sell-sword. Showing patience for all those that he sees as a ally or client. He is loyal to those he calls ally and to those who have procured his services, going so far as the brink of death to defend these people. He believes in being honest and straight with all people. He enjoys conversations with others when he feels comfortable around them. Often times he would rather listen to others and offer constructive criticism than have to talk about himself. He would shed his last drop of blood to help those that are close to him freely with out being asked or without thought of compensation.
Negative Personality Traits/Weaknesses
His loyalty can be used against him as he will often follow those he believes he can trust almost blindly. His honesty can often be viewed as abrasive as he does not believe in pulling punches with his statements. He abhors those who would lie to him, and refuses to give those who betray him second chances. He is hard pressed to accept assistance from others, knowing that everything has it's price in gil, and rarely anything is given freely without ulterior motive.
Skills & Talents
Education
He has almost no formal education to speak of. He picked up reading a few years ago, from another sell-sword that advised him it would help to read contracts before agreeing to their terms. Beyond that he sees little merit in academic studies. He has studied under master armorers and blacksmiths, but that is about the extent of his learning. He will often read books on differing topics, usually ones that have some sort of relevance to tactical knowledge as form of relaxing.
Combat Skills
Since he was a small child he has trained to fight as is the tradition of his people. Whether it's with sword, axe, fists or bow, he is well versed in the art of dealing in death. He feels at home in combat and out of place in those breaks between the storms. He finds levity in the calm before the storm, when others are fearful, he can be seen with a fire and lust in his eyes.
Crafting
He dabbles at times in armorsmithing and blacksmithing, and takes pride in the knowledge that it is his own wares that shield him from the blows of his enemies.
Tendencies
Likes
- People who are interesting, confident, honest, and know what they want in life
- Being in the rain, he finds the rain calming, almost cleansing
- The sky, on moonlit nights
- Good drink, and foods of any kind
- Adrenaline coursing through his veins as he prepares for battle
Dislikes
- Liars, and those who would deceive him or betray his trust
- Those who have to drink to enjoy themselves
- Those who mistreat children and women
- Those who can not control themselves and their vices, indulging is ok, but there is a limit
- Those that make excuses and do not take responsibility for their actions
Relationships
Family
- Parents: Herger and Freyda Skain; both deceased, killed in the calamity.
- Wife: Helena; deceased
- Son: Andris; deceased
- Son: Dieterich; deceased
- Wife: Cybelee; living
Friends
Enemies
- None, yet...
Affiliations
- Former student of the Vylbrand Academy in Limsa Lominsa.
Rumors
Common Rumors
- "That hyur that's always in black armor? I hear that he is actually a voidsent, I'd avoid him if I were you." - Drowning Wench Patron
- "They say for the right price you can have him perform any task, no matter how despicable." - Storm Sergeant
- "I saw him beat a man bloody for striking a child in the market once." - Limsa Lominsa Merchant
Moderate Rumors
- "He's a regular at the Drunken Wench, but I've never seen him really drink that often." - Storm Private
- "He is knows his way around the deck and is quite handy to have when repelling boarders, seems second hand to him." - Ship Captain
- "I'm used to his type around here, but he's always really respectful with the ladies, and never gets aggressive with them." - Bartender at Drunk Wench
Rare Rumors
- "He had a wife and two sons once, I can't recall the story, but it's a damn shame what happened to them. He used to be a great man, but he has fallen to drink." - Drunken Wench Bar Wench
- "I remember when they brought him to me, he had been tortured and beaten within an ilm of his life. By the twelve I don't know how he survived those wounds." - Limsa Lominsa Healer
- "If my eyes aren't failing me, he used to be a Serpent Reaver, but I don't think he'd show his face in these parts." - Marine
PC Rumors
- None at the moment, feel free to add.
History/Timeline
Can be garnered through roleplaying
