Pop quiz: list a dozen OCs that Mimble would like to hang out with or get to know better, and why!
(PS: you're great)
Amon of @spotofmummery. Mimble could bring some Allagan bits and pieces for Amon to examine, but ideally he is hoping to find him a restorable Node to fix up and nurture back to full functionality. In exchange Mimble would like to learn more about the late Allagan Empire, both out of historical interest and because he suspects that Amon's knowledge of voidsent might be useful for his future endeavours. Also they could compare hats.
Inxli of @pinxli. Whilst I suspect there would be a certain amount of (mostly) good-natured bickering, Mimble would recognise Inxli as a potential ally in a number of areas, including his research into the War of the Magi and dealing with Voidsent. Mimble would offer to share his experiences with the Void and his fight with Bitoso, the architect of the Tonberry Curse.
They would probably make a good team in combat, especially with Reckless providing covering fire/backing music. Mimble's healing would allow Inxli to be even more reckless, so to speak.
Mimble would bring him a white chocolate cake with pink icing as a gift, along with sweets for his children (dried fishballs in Eenix's case).
Faiolan of @mirageofthecrystal. Whilst Faiolan is a very very serious military man, and consequently might find Mimble slightly too frivolous, they do have a surprising amount in common. They would probably reminisce about the ending of the Dragonsong War and the War for Ala Mhigan Liberation.
Hopefully Faiolan would connect with Mimble's shared experiences in those conflicts and recognise and respect his proven track record in warfare. He might also be interested in hearing about the final fight with Zenos.
Mimble would try to make Faiolan laugh, or at least smirk despite himself. He would bring him some of the most expensive, fragrant, pipeweed that he could find in the Silver Bazaar of Ul'dah, along with some of the cheapest, strongest, grog that he could source from the Rogue's Guild of Limsa Lominsa.
Fennie of @scholarlostintime. Mimble is very interested in Fennie's experiences of travelling through timelines, as that isn't something he's managed himself. What he would do with this ability, if he ever learned more about it, isn't completely clear, but he'd almost certainly be very responsible about it. Probably.
He is also keen to learn more about Fennie's research into The Echo, although they probably ought to keep off the subject of Hydaelyn, due to their differing levels of deference towards her.
As a someone related, however complicatedly, to Alphinaud, Mimble would also feel an amount of uncle-like pride in Fennie's achievements. He would enjoy spoiling Fennie's children with presents and making them laugh with silly jokes. He would bring Fennie some enchanted inks and some expensive Hingan paper for writing his notes upon.
Destiney of @cadrenebula. Mimble started his journey as an adventurer in the forests of The Black Shroud and would be pleased to know that, despite being on maternity leave, Destiney continues to help and heal the citizens of the forest. They also have a shared love of sweets and tea and would probably enjoy both, whilst talking about the challenges of healing companions who will not move out of damaging area effects.
Mimble would bring a bone for Tucker and either some clothes or baby toys for her little one, as well as a large bag of sweets for Destiney and him to share.
Naru of @blucifermain. Mimble would find Naru a very intriguing person to get to know and would be interested in, tactfully, learning more about her experiences with primordial light and its combat applications...for research purposes only of course.
They would discuss their various adventures and Mimble would provide a sympathetic ear for Naru's accounts of love and loss with Elidibus, even though his experiences of the former heart of Zodiark are somewhat different to hers.
He would bring her a gift of something black and expensive, that he crafted himself. Perhaps a jet black flower decoration for her hair or a pair of practical, but luxurious, long black leather gloves.
Satien of @nyarumi-nyan. Mimble would be keen to help the over-serious young miqo'te to relax, so would probably make him lots of tea and give him some good-natured advice on taking time out to rest and recuperate (resting and relaxing are areas in which Mimble is particularly skilled).
He would discuss the challenges of keeping a disparate group of individuals together and the never ending tasks of mediation, guidance and generally providing the social glue which holds different personalities together as neatly as possible. Unity and friendship between different people is something Mimble feels strongly about and he and Satien could probably share their experiences of this tricky area.
Mimble would bring some of his most relaxing tea, chamomile or valerian perhaps, and a tin of lavender biscuits.
Aki of @healersadjust. Mimble would be careful that his sense of humour did not inadvertently offend the fiery young miqo'te, so would endeavour to keep his jokes to safe subjects (such as Estinien).
He would talk to Aki about books and reading and ask her about her favourites. He would gently encourage her to try writing a poem or a letter for someone she cares about, but without necessarily making her feel that it was his idea. They would chat over tea about a range of topics, never going deeper than Aki was comfortable with, since Mimble would wish to make her feel at ease in his company.
He would bring her a book of fantastical Hingan legends, purchased in the night market of Kugane and bound in sumptuous Yanxian tigerskin leather.
Yume of @firelightmuse. Mimble would consider Yume to be exceptionally cultivated and knowledgeable, and would ply her with tea and delicate matcha biscuits, in order to learn more about Hingan history and culture beyond the walls of Kugane (diplomatically of course, he wouldn't want to bring up traumatic memories).
They would discuss poetry and literature and Mimble would ask very nicely if he could read some of Yume's poems, but would accept it if she wished to keep these private. He would try to make her giggle by making up silly poems about Graha and the other Scions.
He would bring Yume a bunch of Nymeia lilies and something for baby Hikari, perhaps something warm in soft wool, to help keep her cosy in chilly Sharlayan.
Kwas of @kskellington / @peddlestox-shinyrocks. Mimble would be very conscious of the need not to alarm Kwas and would carefully consider how to go about making friends without her becoming scared.
He would purchase something she had crafted, perhaps a music box, not the most expensive one, wishing to keep things low-key, but he would pay the price she was asking. He would avoid making too many conversational demands upon Kwas, but would ask about her crafting and talk a little about his crafted items, perhaps asking her advice in general terms about materials and techniques.
He would bring her a peach tart which he had made himself, on the pretext of asking her to try it and give her opinion of his cooking. He would leave her to finish it later (if she liked it), but would be careful not to call it a present.
Saeta of @saeta. Mimble would enjoy gossiping with Saeta over tea and slices of rich cheesecake, naturally with a sweet dark purple sauce made from forest fruits to go with it. They would talk about herbalism and botany and, albeit slightly in code, they would discuss white magic and the history of the Shroud.
Mimble would enjoy reconnecting with the day to day life of Gridania and learning the latest rumours. In return he would give Saeta advice on herbal remedies and mixing the techniques of conjury and herbalism to achieve better results.
He would bring Saeta some bubble chocolate and a silk scarf purchased in the Doman Enclave, decorated with vividly lifelike peacocks in shimmering greens and purples.
Francel of @aroseyetbloomedwrites. Mimble is a great admirer of Francel and they worked closely together on the restoration of Ishgard and the design and building of the Empyrean.
Mimble would encourage Francel to take a day off. He would attempt to persuade the young noble to allow himself to be whisked off to The Bismarck in Limsa Lominsa for a sumptuous lunch, followed by some people watching in Costa Del Sol, with some iced cocktails and exotic fruits. They would talk about anything and everything, as long as it wasn't related to Francel's "job" and Mimble would make him laugh with naughty jokes and unflattering impressions of Count Charlemend de Durendaire.
Mimble would give Francel the gift of a Crystarium Wall Chronometer, as a tribute to his efforts to build a better city and as evidence that his is a challenge that others have shared and overcome.
It's a shame I'm limited to only a dozen, as Mimble is very gregarious and would like to spend time with a number of other characters as well. Particularly @loldragoon-ffxiv (although I semi-cheated and mentally counted seeing Fennie as including seeing Feldspar), @furys-mercy, @eljaofthecrookedgrin, @aurelia-polyps, @the-littlest-kojin, @bough-waker, @captainkurosolaire, @avettabendrot, @kittieology, @loloug, @phoebe-of-ivalice, @talion-graves, @umbralaether, @professorbunbun, @valeria-cress, @yloiseconeillants, @bloodsworn-marshal and @zuraoftheblack
If you would like my ideas about how Mimble might spend time with one of your OCs let me know and I should be happy to add some more.
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*Mimble potters about trying to remember where he left the teapot, or indeed what it currently looks like*
Sorry you were asking about Inxli Ijinixxi? Well yes I do know of him as a matter of fact, although I don't believe we've met. By all accounts he's terribly memorable, so I'm quite sure I'd know if I had.
What's he like? Well as I say I haven't had the pleasure of meeting him in person, but I have picked up the odd tidbit of information as one does. And I may have scryed a little on the odd occasion, because, well, people are so terribly interesting don't you find?
*Mimble locates the teapot, which is currently a large white bone china affair with fuchsia polka dots*
I believe he divides his time between Gridania and Ishgard these days, although he is from Ul'dah originally. I would imagine he finds Ishgard rather chilly if so. Which is probably why he has his actual domicile in Gridania. I hear he does some sort of research there - something to do with historical curses or cursed histories or something along those lines anyway.
*Mimble pours the tea, which is a rich amber colour, into two dainty white china teacups*
Milk? Sugar? No? Suit yourself. Anyway yes, Mr Ijinixxi. Remarkably powerful by repute. He trained as a thaumaturge you know, but from what I can surmise, he has tapped into older and more dangerous forms of magic still.
How do I know Black Magic can be dangerous? Well let's just say I have some... secondhand experience of its historical misuse. But that's no reason to be prejudiced in the present day is it? Just because somebody wields the same powers that ended up corrupting an entire nation, leading to an apocalyptic war and the deaths of tens of thousands of innocent people? Would be positively churlish really.
*Mimble smiles inscrutably and sips his tea*
The void? Yes Black Mages do have some links to the void. They can't really avoid the void in their line of work, so to speak.
And from what I hear Mr Ijinixxi is quite experienced in dealing with voidsent. Hmmm? No I mean dealing with as in destroying, not making deals with! That's Reapers you're thinking of - chaps with the scythes and limited colour palettes in their wardrobes. I can't see Mr Injinixxi making deals with any voidsent, he appears to loathe them passionately.
Oh yes you can definitely fight voidsent with Black Magic, have you not heard the expression "fighting fire with fire"? Well normally you'd assume that by doing that, you'd just get more fire, but you can't argue with the results. Most things burn after all.
*Mimble offers a plate of delicate sugared biscuits*
Are you sure? They're terribly nice. I baked them myself this morning. Anyway where were we? Burning yes.
In my younger days I would have frowned upon the use of Black Magic as a tool for anything, but these days I am rather more sanguine in the matter. Tools are just tools, it's the application that one ought to consider.
But yes, he is far more powerful and dangerous than appearances might suggest, like a hand grenade wrapped in pink marzipan.
*Mimble smiles brightly over the rim of his teacup*
You think I should introduce myself? Oh I wouldn't want to impose. I'm sure he's terribly busy. He has a husband you know. And children, one of whom appears to be a namazu. And goodness knows how many relatives, some of whom are very active socially. And two houses to look after, ancient curses to research, voidsent to banish. He's a terribly busy man.
Well yes, I suppose I could offer some assistance with his research, I've seen a few curses in my time, even suffered from some personally. Such as the one I picked up in Ultima Thule that completely prevents me from being able to do the ironing... Yes indeed, curses can be terrible things, terrible.
What would I want in return? Oh I'm sure the warm glow of knowing I've helped a fellow mage with making the world a better place would be reward enough.
That said... There may be one or two things I might learn from such a keen-minded young gentleman, or certainly from his library. If he didn't mind my perusing the volumes of course. And there is still much I don't understand about Mhachi curses...
Hmmmm sorry? "Mucky curses" I said. Yes mucky, terribly mucky they are, voidslime and ectoplasm all over the place. Never mind magical weapons, one needs a magical mop half the time!
*Mimble's expression is simultaneously cheery and calculating*
But yes learning more about the void would certainly be useful, given what I've recently observed in Thavnair...
Well it wouldn't do to just turn up unannounced would it? Perhaps I should write a letter and... perhaps send a gift. Yes a gift or two would be just the thing. Something tasteful in colibri pink possibly...
*Mimble drains his cup and smiles warmly*
Well it's been lovely to see you as always. I do so enjoy our little chats. Are you sure you don't want some biscuits to take with you? I can't possibly eat all of them. Well possibly I could, but you know...
And do be careful out there on the road. Even as we are collectively drawn onwards to a bright new future, dangers still abound, even for one such as yourself.
As for me, I feel a letter coming on. Now where did I leave my headed stationary...
From a gameplay perspective I usually play healers (although I do play tank and dps as well) and WHM is supposedly the most "straightforward" healer, so probably the safest option for a bear of very little brain like myself! I also levelled quite happily as WHM, blowing people up with flowers.
From a HC perspective I liked the idea of Mimble being a powerful healer, but one who isn't afraid to face down monsters and villains in combat. As a class it also has a more interesting class backstory than a lot of people give it credit for - a forbidden magic that brought the world to the brink of ruin, despite the ostensibly "good" alignment of its practitioners. The tension between restraint and humility on one side, and the urge to press the accelerator down hard and see just how far he can take things, makes for an interesting character dynamic.
Aside from that there are plenty of excellently conceived and engaging characters with links to Mhach and the Void, so I thought it would be interesting to explore an Amdapori heritage and what that might mean for a character.
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