Fantasy Life Character Asks! (round 2)
2. What’s your oc’s background story?
(These are still subject to change but hey, short versions!)
Shawn: She was born in Port Puerto to an elf mother and a human father, who then moved to Castele while she was still a child due to her father getting hurt. She originally wished to be a Paladin like her father but after only one day in that Life she decided that wasn't for her and switched to the Mercenary Life instead. Early in it she also attempted to pick up the Alchemy Life for kicks, though she had absolutely no skill for it. This was shown later when the explosives she crafted herself went off prematurely in the field, resulting in the loss of her left arm and both her legs above the knee.
After a period of recovery she was fitted with metal prosthetics and, thanks to Devin's help, discovered that with the right adjustments they could be enhancements rather than a hindrance. As a result she rose quickly through the ranks and was the first of the four to achieve the title of 'Hero'.
Devin: He was born overseas out of wedlock in an adulterous relationship to a noble (who's rank is yet unknown) and a peasant tailor. His mother died when he was young and, per her dying wish, he was taken to his biological father. His mere existence, however, was a stain on the family's name and his father's wife resented him for what he represented. So instead of accepting him as his child his father instead turned him into a servant boy in an attempt to hide him from the public eye. A series of events led to the mistreated kid being taken by pirates in what he refers to as a rescue, and he was adopted into the family of the pirate's kind of lover (a rather unusual captain of a 'legal' kind) and brought up with her children.
When it was time for him to pick a Life he chose to follow in his biological mother's footsteps and become a tailor, eventually discovering he had a knack for other crafting Lives as well. When his younger adopted sibling came to live with him he picked up the Magician Life alongside him as a way to provide moral support and ended up incorporating the magical abilities he gained into his other Lives as well.
Jamie: He is the youngest child of a sea captain referred to as 'Madam' and is also a halfling, though he hides most of his animalistic characteristics through cloaking spells. Though he lived most of his life on his mothers boat with his older brother and sister, he never really had any desires to take over the business, leaving that to his older sister Mochi. Instead he followed Devin inland and decided to follow the Wizard Life because it 'sounded fun'. He enjoyed it, but soon found an even greater love in performing and began training under Harmony, soon developing a very Kabuki style way in the process.
He incorporates magic into his acts and often plays female as well as male parts. Unfortunately, his obsession with theater has so far halted his advancements in his official life, much to the annoyance of Devin.
Ashton: She was born to a wealthy family of livestock breeders across the desert and had a fairly typical life up until it came time for her to choose a Life. She had always had a fascination with Hunters and as such chose to walk that path. She became a wanderer, and her wanderings soon led her to Castele. Seeing an opportunity, she decided to start her own animal based business alongside her Hunter Life and bought some land to in the West Grassy Plains.
Thanks to her heritage, she has a special way with beasts and prefers their company over people's. However, she has no qualms in doing what she has to for business or her own protection when it comes to dealing with them.
10. What one word does your oc use and abuse when they’re happy/excited or discovers something new? (for example huzzah! or hooray!)
15. If your oc forgot their weapons at home, what body part/parts (something appropriate) can they use to defend themselves? (for example their hair or eyes)
Shawn: Her arm is the first thing that comes to mind. She has metal, detachable limbs and has been known to use her arm as a club when the situation calls for it. However, her kicks can probably do as much damage as well.
Devin: He'd probably have to resort to using his mind over his strength even though he has muscles built up from his crafting. He's not very physical combat oriented.
Jamie: His teeth. They're pointed like a predator's and they can very easily draw blood. It wouldn't be too hard for him to literally tear someone a new one if he could get his teeth in them.
Ashton: She'd go to good ole fisticuffs. She has muscles from dealing with her animals as well as repeated shooting of her bow. Having older siblings also doesn't hurt in teaching you in knowing how to defend yourself.