WARRIOR FROM THE AZIM
SOLDIER OF THE IVTH
THALIAN CONTRACTOR
Conscripted in his youth from the western Azim, Altin Khashir became a soldier of the Legions and a veteran of their conquests across Ilsabard.
After being granted citizenship and leave from service, Altin found himself between his Xaelic roots and a Tesserarius beneath the Ivory Standard.
Altin now is a man whose life consists of fleeing stagnation and boredom through chaos and adventure. Be it at the expense of himself or others.
"When the war was over and swords were turned to ploughshares, true farewells were spoken. The few that made it back returned as men, no longer the boys they once were.
Their youth destroyed and the void filled the challenges of adulthood. Haunted by the demand for constant vigilance against dangers that no longer existed as they had been taught how to defend their bodies but not their minds."
- Historiam Pertinentia ch.IV
Short for his people but still towering over most of Hydaelyn's races, Altin at first sight with his long strides and clothes strikes as a charicature of militaristic poise. His facial features are angular with high cheekbones and a smooth complexion that is marred by a scar running from his horn that chipped into his scales.
His ashen hair varies on length depending on the long interval between cuts, without any applicances a dense tuft that is surprisingly soft to the touch.
His more imposing features however are quickly juxtaposed by the air of aloofness in his body language and kind visage; the near luminous rings offsetting the dark scelera and a constant faint smile adding unto it.
Altin's talkative nature is oft revealed early on in any given conversation, usually in the middle of any given topic with a penchant for colourful words. His boisterous disposition borders arrogance with his humility coming across as insincere. Altin is well spoken and has a wider range of knowledge that allow him to converse on even footing with most people he encounters.
The good natured facade may fall through quickly however as Altin's worldview divides the world in 'us' against 'them' with a deep selfishness to all he does not consider his own.
His protective regalia and uniforms usually layer over his brawny silhouette by virtue of being a martial type. His physique hails from a life of labour in the Azim that is tempered and defined by martial experience. His tan skin is slightly marred with alabaster scars. Most of which are unremarkable, notching themselves along his hand, forearms and legs.
Dulce et Decorum Est
By Wilfred Owen
If you could hear
at every jolt,
The blood come gargling
From the froth-corrupted lungs,
Obscene as cancer,
Bitter as the cud
Of vile, incurable sores
On innocent tongues
Citizenship Record
| Full name |:| | Khashir, Altin K. |
| Date of Birth |:| | 1552 Sixth Astral Era |
| Race |:| |
Xaela Au'ra |
| ID #|:| | MMMDCCLXII |
| MARITAL STATUS|:| | Single |
| AFFILATION |:| | Optimates |
| Height | 6'11 | Hair |
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| Weight | 248 lbs | Eyes |
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| Sex | Male | Skin |
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| CITIZENSHIP|:| | 1567 6AE 'Dus' Cascantum |
| Civil Status |:| | Eques |
| RANK|:| |
Tesserarius |
| LEGIO|:| |
IV | 7th Cohort |
| Academy Year|:| | Class of 1570 |
| Foci|:| | Military History |
| Medications |:| | None |
| Conditions |:| | Habitual nosebleeds |
| Family History|:| | Pneumonia |
ENTP-A
Introverted Extraverted
Observant Intuitive
Thinking Feeling
ProspectingJudging
TurbulentAssertive
combines honor and compassion;
doing what is good without bias for or against order;
combines a good heart with a free spirit;
reliable and honorable without being a zealot;
act naturally, without prejudice or
compulsion;
represents true freedom from society’s restrictions and a do-gooders zeal;
represents methodical intentional, and frequently successful evil;
represents pure evil without honor and without variation;
destruction not only of beauty and life but also of the order on which beauty and life depend.
“I WILL RATHER I WRONGED ALL THE PEOPLE UNDER THE HEAVENS THAN FOR ALL THE PEOPLE UNDER THE HEAVENS TO WRONG ME.”
Themes
Thematic hooks
Infamous Spendthrift
Common
Always in the need for more coin and luxury, Altin often takes up side-occupations as well as adventuring to make ends meet in Eorzea to support him.
Chaotic Soul
Uncommon
He finds himself driven by a need for change, falling into routine does not sit well with him and the man does many things to have fun, be it beneficial or detrimental to others.
Gazing into the abyss
Rare
Altin wants to find the truth of the natural world he lives in at all costs, and will not shy away from the profane and forbidden to sate this curiosity of his.
Personal hooks
The pleasures of life
common
Though it is unfair to call him a hedonist, Altin enjoys the finer side of things be it alcohol or food, and is not one to shy away from new experiences or views.
Flos Duellatorum
Common
As a fencer trained in the styles of the Republic, is experienced in combat techniques and has a fanatic passion for the fight and especially to emerge victorous.
Hangman of Doma
Common
Working as a Imperial toll-keeper in Doma, Altin was charged with rooting out spies and messengers at his post as a public face of Garlean oppression.
Ongoing storylines
Looking for more
Common
Altin is often in need of adventurers, as many of the tasks assigned to him are best done with backup. Perhaps you are one of such adventurers who he's heard of?
Garlean Operative
Rare
Far behind the battle lines drawn by Garlemald, Altin is an operative cut off from the supply lines in the chaos of this era, and is in need of resupply and new safety.
Aetherial interest
Uncommon
Altin has become fascinated with the idea of the soul and its connection to Aether, believing that the two to be intrinsically intertwined with all the sinister implications thereof.
Military Record
Late Fragment
By Raymond Carver
And did you get what
you wanted from this life, even so?
I did.
And what did you want?
To call myself beloved, to feel myself
beloved on the earth
Othard Campaign
Siege of Nalbina Fortress
The Golmore Expedition
The Dairyu Assault
The Barheim Incident
Invasion of Ala Mhigo
Autumn Canyon assaults
Infiltration of Abalathia
Siege of Ala Mhigo
The Winter Punitive Raids
Eorzean Campaign
Mor Dhona Skirmishes
Battle of Silvertear Skies
Battle of the Cartenau
The War of Succession
“It is even better to act quickly and err than to hesitate until the time of action is past.”
Gallery
Trivia
Favourite...
- Place: Outdoors
- Pastime: House DIY
- Food: Meat dumplings
- Drink: Onyx Brandewine
- Animal: Nutkin
- Colour: Brown
Least Favourite...
- Place: Busy Taverns
- Pastime: Paperwork
- Food: Caramel
- Drink: Juiced fruits
- Animal: Cats
- Colour: Pastel colours
Ethics and Motivations
- Religion: Nhaama and Ancestor worship. He loses faith with every passing day, yet desperately clings unto it nevertheless.
- Philosophy: Altin believes in fate and destiny, as well as to follow one's impulses and emotions as the 'path' of life.
The concept of us against the world applies heavily and he has no qualms about harming other people for the good of his own. - Driving force: Aside of distracting himself from the anxiety of freedom, Altin seeks a beautiful death be it at the hand of a blade or old age.
Facts
- ◈ Altin has no knowledge of the date of his birth, and ties his birthday and celebration to the Equinox
- ◈ Due to his horns, Altin often takes on strange sleeping postures and a special pillow when traveling.
- ◈ Though he has little aptitude for it, Altin enjoys creative outlets such as painting and even singing.
- ◈ Makes some effort to never tell a lie, though he is plenty deceitful there is always a kernel of truth.
- ◈ Altin harbours a sympathy for those who suffer from circumstances truly out of their own hands.
- ◈ Owns a nutkin called Gregor who he cares greatly for.
- ◈ Has perfectly average aetherial reserves and ability and is more reliant on physical ability.
- ◈ While he consumes plenty of alcohol, he has a hard time getting drunk.
- ◈ Still has a hard time getting used to Chocobos, preferring the horses native to the Steppe
- ◈ Enjoys gardening, cooking and other housework.
"The greatest and noblest pleasure which we have in this world is to discover new truths. And the next is to shake off old prejudices"
The Player
Display Name | Arendan
Discord | Arendan#0812
Rp Style | Third Person Present Tense, Nonexpository Paragraph Form
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