#c. sarin

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height hc's

sarin hit his growth spurt early. he was already 5'7/167cm by thirteen but he was a gangly, stork like boy who was very proud of how tall he was and thought he would get taller. sadly, sarin's height capped at 17. he's slightly above average height at 5'11/180cm, but sometimes he wishes he had hit the 6'0/182cm mark. he'd also put on more muscle by then so he looked less awkward and noodly.

ragni has always been taller than eydis. he was very concerned he'd stay the same height as her but managed to grow a little more. he still wishes he was taller because he thinks he'd look more threatening. eydis also wishes she was taller because she hates people looming over her. she wants to be the one who looms menacingly.

tiphaine's always been tall.

misri's always been short.

[solliium]

WHERE DOES YOUR POWER LIE ?

THE BLOOD.

oh it courses through you. your power is never outside of your periphery. it is always there, rushing and freezing and boiling. your strength is in how well you know yourself, and your abilities. you are acutely aware of your energy, and what bleeds you.

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WHAT TYPE OF GREEK LOVE ARE YOU ?

All nomos types are organized around duty and the impetus that humans should care for one another in a conscientious way. Nomos types are forward-thinking and responsible lovers who see our commitment to each other not just as "duties" or "obligations," but as opportunities to deepen our own moral stature and cultivate a sense of belonging as well. Nomos types understand that humanity is a social and cooperative species and that very few things of importance can be accomplished by one person setting out for themselves. Consequently, they care especially deeply about the life and values of communities, their friends and social circles, and they often see opportunities for how everyone can be made to work together within them. Nomos types are dependable and trustworthy lovers who believe that (in love as well as in life) just rewards come to those who care not just about themselves, but for their community as a whole. As for good nomos, it must be said that uniting a concern for the affairs of others with a selflessness and a genuine humility is no mean feat. All too often, individuals who pay such close attention to the affairs of others as nomos lovers do have hidden, self-serving agendas, such as prying or meddling for the sake of entertaining themselves, acting moralistically or sanctimoniously in order to feel better about themselves, or using the information they glean from their "concern" for others as gossip to elevate their standing within the community. However, good nomos lovers manage to stay clear of these pitfalls and instead take a sincere and altruistic interest in others. When other people are going through times of trouble, the good nomos lover takes no joy in their misfortune, but understands the gravity of their plight and provides a deeply rooted sense of reassurance. Good nomos lovers listen and involve themselves in the affairs of others responsibly and humbly. They espouse a level-headed practical wisdom in a non-judgmental manner - one that gives the other person a surer and more sensible perspective on their problems. In this way, good nomos lovers are the quiet enablers of our world; people who, through their own counsel and wisdom, gently empower others to learn and grow as they rise to face the challenges before them. Good nomos lovers are not exacting, but realize that they will very likely never receive the same amount of selfless attention from others as they themselves give. They live by the creed that though the needs of friends and loved ones are insatiable, those of us who have the capacity must nevertheless do our best to tend to them and to serve as dutiful guardians, diplomats, and dependable down-to-earth presences to others. Famous Greeks who have Nomos: Pericles, Xenophon. Your ideal partner is someone who has Agape.

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CHOOSE SOME LINES OF POETRY AND I’LL GIVE YOU A MOMENT THAT DESERVES ITS OWN EMOTION.

you’re walking in the cold and you become aware that your nose is cold but the rest of you is warm

There’s a chill in the air and you’re walking quickly to your destination, your hands in your pockets and your head bowed down. The wind is battering against you but if feels like a friend. As you arrive you realize your cheeks are flushed and your nose is cold. You’ve never felt more alive.

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pointless cooking/food headcanons because i’m procrastinating instead of being productive. i’m gonna order this from most to least proficient:

ragni enjoys cooking and is pretty good at it, more so in modern verses. he’d usually still rather order takeout but he does end up cooking a lot to save money. prefers spicy food but honestly he’s not picky at all and will eat just about anything.

sarin’s use to cooking but he’d definitely rather get street food. he’s proficient, but it’s nothing special. he really likes spicy food and enjoys light sweets such as wagashi.

eydis hates cooking with a passion which is why ragni is actually decent at it. she’s not bad but she just. really hates cooking. as frugal as she is, she will always opt for spending money so she doesn’t have to cook. she’s really picky.

tiphaine hates cooking too and isn’t even good at it. that said, she’s not particular about what she eats. she’s partial to strongly spiced foods.

misri can’t cook and that’s all you need to know. she makes tea. it works out because she mostly eats raw fruits and vegetables + breads and doesn’t consume meat aside from fish on occasion. it’s why sarin always brings her food.

[solliium]

in life, sarin had been a soldier, gifted with the ability to manipulate the elements. what he was most known for, however, was his constant run in with death. time after time, he would nearly die and yet, without fail, he would survive. rumors spread of how he managed to escape death: he gambled, he bested them at their own game, but the most favored reason was that he told death the greatest of stories. so wonderful were these tales, that death allowed him to live in the hopes they might hear the next.

    eventually, the day came when sarin could no longer escape the call of the afterlife. he was felled in battle and death took him, as it does to all in the end. rather than carry on the path to the end of the spirit realm, sarin chose to stay and wander the afterlife.

   or maybe this is all one more tall tale told by the spirit of stories.

appearance notes

light blue hair. a bit past shoulders, worn in a messy topknot with a fringe.

grey eyes. a touch of blue marking at the corners.

missing his arm. get a new story every time you ask what happened.

personality notes

honestly he’s the same. mischievous with more of a “get you into trouble” side. more of a thrill seeker.

dramatic. a real ham. should have been an actor in life instead of a soldier.

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psd from kingsleigh

     xiao zhan’s expressions carry a ton of sarin energy to me. especially the stupid smile.

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wardrobe notes

tiphaine

muted & dull colors. favors greens and greys.

high collared blouses with bow style neck ties.

long skirts or high waisted pants with blouses tucked into.

victorian gothic energy.

should give “ghost of a widowed victorian woman” vibes.

misri

gold, white, pink, browns.

inspiration from khmer dancers, thai, and south indian fashions. she probably has a lot of couture style fashion in there too, based off what ionian nobles look like. 

flashy golden jewelry. heavy bracelets. large earrings.

consistent make up presentation: gold at the corner of the eyes and a single gold stripe on her top and bottom lip

almost always wears shawls because she’s somehow always cold

sarin

deep reds. wears a lot of patterns.

his main coat is based off tibetan chubas but his clothing style is mostly based on traditional clothes from vietnam, thailand, china, and korea.

prefers sleeveless shirts with high collars and jackets/coats with longer sleeves to compensate. uses his coat to hoard things.

outside of patterns, his clothes aren’t intended to stand out in the way of higher class ionians. it’s all very practical clothing.

ragni

general colors are dark blues and greys.

wears a lot of furs and heavy coats. his silhouette makes him seem a lot bigger than he actually is. wears minimal armor, usually just a chain mail shirt.

has blue tattoos along his arms and neck, similar to many freljord warriors.

usually doesn’t wear cloaks, mantles, or capes. despite this, he adds a lot of bulk around his shoulders with the use of furs.

eydis

medium blues, greys, whites.

wears slimmer fit clothing than ragni, since she doesn’t feel the cold and so has little need for the heavier outfits. 

frequently wears cloaks and hoods. more flowing movement compared to the heftier movement of ragni.

less fur, more feathers.

verain

white, gold, blue, occasional dark browns.

fancy and expensive clothing. always looks far too well kept for a man in bilgewater.

button ups and vests are a staple.

honestly not much to say on his clothing.