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Wanted to show some appreciation for combat-mode glowing eyes Oda.
O V E R V I E W. Octavia rem Arellius. The Ruby Vine. Former Primus Pilus of the XIIth Legion. Always reaching, always growing. From a young age, Octavia’s mother -- Camilla van Arellius, Legatus of the IXth Legion -- was keen on seeing her only daughter far exceed her sons, and from that young age, Octavia did not disappoint. Expectations drove her towards brutality with concerning ease, setting aside weary tutors and bloodied classmates without care. Born with an almost innate ambition that her mother fostered and fed, Octavia rose through the ranks of the XIIth Legion as easily as breathing, outclassing men and women older than her by decades, with experiences under their belt that she could only dream of one day possessing. And with her rapid growth, she gained the attention of Varis zos Galvus himself. He knew of her mother, and when a familiar name is paired with interest and awed words, you pay attention. Octavia was only seventeen (and already a Decurio) when she found herself thrust into a training arena with the prince. She was thrown an unfamiliar axe and told to survive. Given her talent for doing more than simply surviving, she met him, and she didn’t fall. She certainly didn’t win, but to Varis, there was no question about whether or not she was worthy of training alongside his son. – Any lasting combat injuries? – For someone with as much combat experience as Octavia, she bears few scars, even well into her 20s. One cuts across her face -- given to her by a close friend, in a last ditch effort to protect himself from her. The underhanded tactic worked... until she recovered. She also bears a fair few well-healed scars on her arms and torso from sparring with Zenos. Katanas are much kinder than axes. – Fighting Style – commander / duelist / honorable / dishonorable / would have others do their fighting / stealthy / long-ranged / melee / technological / sorcery / superhuman abilities / has fought in an illegal tourney / a lover of fighting / a hater of fighting / cowardly / reckless / strategic / uses underhanded tricks / renowned for their skill / trained (sword and shield) / untrained / keeps skills secret / won a battle / lost a battle / ruthless / merciful – Traits – flaws -- moody | short-tempered | emotionally unstable | whiny | controlling | conceited | possessive | paranoid | liar | impatient | cowardly | bitter | selfish | power-hungry | greedy | lazy | judgmental | forgetful | impulsive | spiteful | stubborn | sadistic | petty | unlucky strengths -- honest | trustworthy | thoughtful | caring | brave | patient | selfless | ambitious | tolerant | lucky | intelligent | confident | focused | humble | generous | merciful | observant | wise | clever | charming | cheerful | optimistic | decisive | adaptive | calm | loyal
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Combat Mode: Faye Covington
★★★★★☆☆☆☆☆ — strength
★★★★★★★★☆☆ — offense (when alone)
★★★☆☆☆☆☆☆☆ — defense (when alone)
★★★★★★★★★☆ — offense (when with a team)
★★★★☆☆☆☆☆☆ — defense (when with a team)
★★★★★★☆☆☆☆ — speed
★★★★☆☆☆☆☆☆ — durability
★★★★★★★★☆☆ — accuracy
★★★★★★☆☆☆☆ — agility
★★★★★★★☆☆☆ — stamina
★★★★★★★☆☆☆ — teamwork
★★★★☆☆☆☆☆☆ — stealth
★☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆ — close combat
★★★★☆☆☆☆☆☆ — bladed weapons ( swords, dagger/s )
★☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆ — blunt weapons ( club/s, staff/s )
★★☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆ — ranged weapons ( archery, gun/s )
★★★★★★★★★☆ — magic
★★★★☆☆☆☆☆☆ — traps/setups
★★★★★★★★★☆ — medic
–Overview–
Trained in conjury since an early age, Faye has mastered the craft and in recent years branched out to study other schools of magic and explore how they might be effectively woven together. Though still learning, she began studying to wield a rapier to learn to defend herself should her magic fail, though more often she simply supplements her swordplay with magic and vice versa. Due to some unusual circumstances, Faye’s capacity for aether is near endless and can be incredibly powerful, but does not “recharge” on its own, leaving her in a bad position when she has expended too much. Faye is someone who typically has others do the fighting for her. Though she is well-educated in most factors of combat and battle, as well as her own crafts, she is not especially experienced at using them in actual fights, no seasoned combatant, though her ferocity and tenacity can help make up for the fact. Her skill at reading people can come in handy in a fight, and her sharp wit and quick thinking also help her find effective and creative solutions. At worst a mage and at best a fencer, Faye is ill-equipped for close combat or hand-to-hand, not especially strong or athletic, or used to exchanging blows. Her only advantage is that a magitek left hand hits hard and grips strong. She almost always carries a dagger somewhere on her person, and while she’s not especially skilled at using it, a blade is a blade. Though, getting within her biting range may present some unique dangers...
–Any lasting combat injuries?–
A few years ago, Faye’s left hand was severed at the wrist in a battle. She now has a magitek prosthetic hand, lightweight and with a normal range of motion, but unfeeling and metal.
{Bold always} - {Italics sometimes}
–Fighting Style– commander / duelist / honorable / dishonorable / would have others do their fighting / stealthy / long-ranged / melee / technological / sorcery / superhuman abilities / has fought in an illegal tourney / a lover of fighting / a hater of fighting / cowardly / reckless / strategic / uses underhanded tricks / renowned for their skill / trained / untrained / keeps skills secret / won a battle / lost a battle / ruthless / merciful
–Traits– ╳ flaws
moody | short-tempered | emotionally unstable | whiny | controlling | conceited | possessive | paranoid | liar | impatient | cowardly | bitter | selfish | power-hungry | greedy | lazy | judgmental | forgetful | impulsive | spiteful | stubborn | sadistic | petty | unlucky
♔ strengths
honest | trustworthy | thoughtful | caring | brave | patient | selfless | ambitious | tolerant | lucky | intelligent | confident | focused | humble | generous | merciful | observant | wise | clever | charming | cheerful | optimistic | decisive | adaptive | calm | loyal
Tagged by: @the-icebreaker, @windupzenos, @bertramblog, and @athilthorne Thank you all for tagging!!
Tagging: @kazexvoss, @thorcat, @mai-takeda, @resistance-ranger, @under-the-blood-moonlight, @vylette-elakha, @rifted-vitale, @hangedemperor, @gunnarsvard, @ofloveandaether, @an-honest-waltz, @kich-rp, @the-shoosh, @xmimiteh
COMBAT MODE // ZAYA QESTIR
★★★★★★★★☆☆ — STRENGTH ★★★★★★★☆☆☆ — OFFENSE ★★★☆☆☆☆☆☆☆ — DEFENSE ★★★★★★★★★☆ — SPEED ★★★★★☆☆☆☆☆ — DURABILITY ★★★★★★★★☆☆ — ACCURACY ★★★★★★★★★☆ — AGILITY ★★★★★★★★★☆ — STAMINA ★★★★★★☆☆☆☆ — TEAMWORK ★★★☆☆☆☆☆☆☆ — STEALTH ★★★★★★★★★☆ — MELEE ★★★★★★★☆☆☆ — BLADES ★★★★★★★★☆☆ — BLUNT ★★★★★★★★☆☆ — RANGED ☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆ — MAGIC ★★★★☆☆☆☆☆☆ — TRAPS ★★☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆ — MEDIC
OVERVIEW:
Zaya grew up on the Steppe where fighting was almost guaranteed to be a daily occurrence with how they commonly went out “adventuring”, hunting, or parleying with their older brother for “khan experience” (especially when the Naadam was on the horizon), and as such has the combat experience to match. They’re extremely quick on their feet, hit hard and fast, and rarely let their guard down. Most of their combat set relies on being within melee range, but give them merely a few seconds and they’ll pull out either their chakrams or their bow to hunt you down.
With fighting experience linking back to a good dozen Naadams or so plus hunting experience, it doesn’t quite matter whether their enemy is monster or human; a life is a life, and a fight is a fight. Zaya does not hold back in a real fight, especially if the lives of others are at risk. It’s seldom known, but Zaya can and will call their yol down to spawn a thunderstorm if they need the extra advantage to win. They can also shock people themselves with their tattoo inscription, but they rarely do.
If Zaya finds themselves cornered or losing a fight (ex. Zenos during Rhalgr’s Reach), it’s very likely that they’ll overload their tattoo inscription to call down a very large bolt of lightning to turn the tides at the cost of their wellbeing; it’s killed them twice before, actually. There’s a reason they tend not to rely on it.
INJURIES:
If one didn’t know them personally, it would be an easy assumption to make that none of their injuries have left their mark on them; after all, Au’ra scale patterns differ from person to person... right?
Those who do know them well enough know that their body is littered with scars; they’re merely hidden due to the fact that their scars fill in with scales. Among the numerous scars on their body, the most major ones lie on their calves, upper back, and left arm and hand; from shards of Ifrit’s nails, Lahabrea and Nidhogg’s claws, and Zenos several times respectively. These scales are much softer than the rest of Zaya’s scales, and need extra protection, which is why all of Zaya’s melee armor includes a pauldron and full armor cover on their left side, plus metal boots.
Their horns also bear numerous scars from unfortunate snaps, but those seem to have healed much better than the rest. Their quick speed has saved them from more... fatal injuries, like being blasted by Nidhogg’s Ala Morn or Hades’ claws swiping through their neck; a trait that also fools others into thinking they might very well be untouchable.
FIGHTING STYLE.
[ bold for often // italicize for situational // strikethrough for never ]
commander / duelist / “honorable” / dishonorable / would have others do their fighting / stealthy / long-ranged / melee / technological / sorcery / superhuman abilities / has fought in an illegal tourney / a lover of fighting / a hater of fighting / cowardly / reckless / strategic / uses underhanded tricks / renowned for their skill / trained / untrained / keeps skills secret / won a battle / lost a battle / ruthless / merciful
FLAWS.
moody | short-tempered | emotionally unstable | whiny | controlling | conceited | possessive | paranoid | liar | impatient | cowardly | bitter | selfish | power-hungry | greedy | lazy | judgmental | forgetful | impulsive | spiteful | stubborn | sadistic | petty | unlucky
STRENGTHS.
honest | trustworthy | thoughtful | caring | brave | patient | selfless | ambitious | tolerant | lucky | intelligent | confident | focused | humble | generous | merciful | observant | wise | clever | charming | cheerful | optimistic | decisive | adaptive | calm | loyal
tagged by: @whitherliliesbloom. but i took some inspiration from @lordofcrowns!
tagging: @sati-ffxiv @to-the-voiceless @windupnamazu @winduphaurchefant @verbroil @ofthesilverlining @stars-bleed-hearts-shine @nuclearanomaly and you! feel free to tag me even if i didnt mention you; these are super fun to read!
bonus notes below the cut!
Combat Mode: Iris
★★☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆ — strength ★★★★☆☆☆☆☆☆ — offense ★★☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆ — defense ★★★★★★★★★★ — speed ★★★☆☆☆☆☆☆☆ — durability ★★★★★★★★★☆ — accuracy ★★★★★★★★★☆ — agility ★★☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆ — stamina ☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆ — teamwork ★★★★★★★★★★ — stealth ★★★☆☆☆☆☆☆☆ — close combat ★★★☆☆☆☆☆☆☆ — bladed weapons ( swords, dagger/s ) ☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆ — blunt weapons ( club/s, staff/s ) ★★★★★★☆☆☆☆ — ranged weapons ( archery, gun/s ) ☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆ — magic ★★★★★★★★☆☆ — traps/setups ★★☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆ — medic
–Overview–
Even though Iris learned to take care of herself on the streets of Limsa Lominsa, the lack of actual combat training, and her sickly physique will leave her as an underdog in combat situation. What Iris lacks in fighting skills, she covers with her speed, stealth and street smarts, usually aiming for injuring and poisoning her opponent to get away without a fight. If Iris is forced into a fight though, she will prefer fighting from range, only going in melee if absolutely necessary. Her weapon of choise ranges from daggers and chakrams to poisoned needles and throwing knives.
–Any lasting combat injuries?–
No lasting combat injuries, except several scars. The incident in Limsa Lominsa left her with somewhat damaged lung though, which chain-smoking has only made worse. Even if it’s not enough to actually slow her down, it effects on her stamina during combat.
{Bold as applicable}
–Fighting Style– commander / duelist / honorable / dishonorable / would have others do their fighting / stealthy / long-ranged / melee / technological / sorcery / superhuman abilities / has fought in an illegal tourney / a lover of fighting / a hater of fighting / cowardly / reckless / strategic / uses underhanded tricks / renowned for their skill / trained / untrained / keeps skills secret / won a battle / lost a battle / ruthless / merciful
–Traits– ╳ flaws
moody | short-tempered | emotionally unstable | whiny | controlling | conceited | possessive | paranoid | liar | impatient | cowardly | bitter | selfish | power-hungry | greedy | lazy | judgmental | forgetful | impulsive | spiteful | stubborn | sadistic | petty | unlucky
♔ strengths
honest | trustworthy | thoughtful | caring | brave | patient | selfless | ambitious | tolerant | lucky | intelligent | confident | focused | humble | generous | merciful | observant | wise | clever | charming | cheerful | optimistic | decisive | adaptive | calm | loyal
Tagged by awesome @unatobajhiri & @thefreelanceangel! Thanks lovelies! 🖤
Tagging: @hangedemperor @kyrie-silverwings @under-the-blood-moonlight @evangeline-cross @kazexvoss @lavender-hemlock @vylette-elakha @mai-takeda @journeybetweenworlds @velarishiku @craftramsay @finishing-touch @torr-sceadu @tiergan-vashir @alun-ura @captainkurosolaire @az-ffxiv @umbralich @glorified-thieves & YOU!
Look at this flawless teamwork! Amelia uses Lighting to distract Almayce so Zel can hit him with a Bephis Bring. Gourry can’t use the Sword of Light against him, so Zel tosses him his sword! Amelia goes in for some hand to hand combat and pushes Almayce back a few feet. Filia then has an opening to use the holy spell, Flame Breath. Almayce sends an attack towards Lina and Gourry. Zel and Amelia jump in the way and cast protection barriers. Then, Lina casts the Ragna Blade.
This whole sequence is so smooth and amazing!
Combat Mode-Evangeline Cross
★★★★★★★★☆☆ — strength ★★★★★★★☆☆☆ — offense ★★★★★★★★★★ — defense ★★☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆ — speed ★★★★★★★★★☆ — durability ★☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆ — accuracy ★★☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆ — agility ★★★★★★★★★☆ — stamina ★★★★★★★☆☆☆ — teamwork ☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆ — stealth ★★☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆ — close combat ★★★★★★★★★☆ — bladed weapons ( swords, dagger/s ) ★★★★★★★☆☆☆ — blunt weapons ( club/s, staff/s ) ★☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆ — ranged weapons ( archery, gun/s ) ★★☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆ — magic ☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆ — traps/setups ★★★☆☆☆☆☆☆☆ — medic
–Overview–
Evangeline is a trained soldier, with several years of experience amongst the Immortal Flames, and further years of experience as a monster hunter operating independently. She is exceptionally tall, strong, and fit, and trains daily to keep herself in shape. She is talented with both a greatsword and greataxe, but lacks experience in much else. She has a very specific focus and very little in the way of versatility, finding herself utterly useless using ranged weapons, and without much mobility or dexterity. She is generally defensively oriented, preferring to protect others over pressing the attack, though when she does the results can be devastating. She has some ability in thaumaturgy, but no training in it, which can mean she could make a campfire or an explosion, depending often on her mood. She rarely uses this in combat, if at all.
–Any lasting combat injuries?–
Her left shoulder pops out of joint rather easily, due to an old injury suffered at the hands of several Garlean soldiers. Her torso and back are covered in scars, as is her left leg.
{Bold as applicable}
–Fighting Style– commander / duelist / honorable / dishonorable / would have others do their fighting / stealthy / long-ranged / melee / technological / sorcery / superhuman abilities / has fought in an illegal tourney / a lover of fighting / a hater of fighting / cowardly / reckless / strategic / uses underhanded tricks / renowned for their skill / trained / untrained / keeps skills secret / won a battle / lost a battle / ruthless / merciful
–Traits– ╳ flaws
moody | short-tempered | emotionally unstable | whiny | controlling | conceited | possessive | paranoid | liar | impatient | cowardly | bitter | selfish | power-hungry | greedy | lazy | judgmental | forgetful | impulsive | spiteful | stubborn | sadistic | petty | unlucky
♔ strengths
honest | trustworthy | thoughtful | caring | brave | patient | selfless | ambitious | tolerant | lucky | intelligent | confident | focused | humble | generous | merciful | observant | wise | clever | charming | cheerful | optimistic | decisive | adaptive | calm | loyal
Tagged by: The lovely and spectacular @lareine-kira! Thankies <3
Tagging: @eremiss @phaedra-mero @umbralich @hangedemperor@rhymingteelookatme @yuki-yukichan @mommasayu @maiden-born-in-snow @katalinhunter @maiden-born-in-snow @windup-dragoon