Xolana
I look over my shoulder as you brave your own path, praying only that you do not stray too far.
Xia Xolana
Crimson Cinders
About Xia
Statistics
Strength ★☆☆☆☆☆☆
Endurance ★★☆☆☆☆☆
Agility ★★★★★★☆
Finesse ★★★★★☆☆
Instinct ★★★★☆☆☆
Knowledge ★★★☆☆☆☆
Presence ★★★★★★★
General
full name Xiana Xolana (zee-AH-nah soh-LAH-nah)
nickname Xia (ZEE-uh)
species Half Tonawawta, Half Wildwood
gender Female
orientation Bisexual
birthplace Tural
occupation Performer; Tamer; Hobbyist Author
discipline Fire Elementalist
Features
age 23 years
height 5'0"
weight 113 ponze
build Petite, Sightly
hair Silver with inky black ends
eyes One like shadows, one like embers
unique Slender pointed ears
voice Alice Himora as Kina (FANTASIAN Neo Dimension)
Personality
ideals Anything for Family; Leave the world better than you found it; Lend a helping hand
bonds Her brother. Her mentor. Her pet wolf.
strengths Empathic, Charismatic, Inventive, Compassionate
flaws Complaisant, Restless, Sentimental, Idealistic
likes Singing, Dancing, Cooking, Cultural exposure
dislikes Her brother's isolationist tendencies, Cruelty, Tomatoes
Xia's Hooks
Potential Plots
(Some starting point ideas for interested RP partners!)
⚔︎ To Their Own Drum's Beat ⚔︎ ⚔︎ Madrigal Across Tural ⚔︎ ⚔︎ The Show of a Lifetime ⚔︎
Common Knowledge
Oftentimes, whispers of the Xolana twins work their way into gossip circles. Perhaps you've heard some of the rumors...
⚔︎ Liberated Rhythm ⚔︎
In her current home of Tuliyollal, you're liable to bump into Xia anywhere--she might be working at a restaurant or helping farmers wash their vegetables. She could be putting on a show in the streets, or helping Pelu tradesmen tend to the alpacas in the stable. Her excitable nature sees to it that she appreciates every aspect that city life has to offer. And when circumstances allow, travel is her greatest passion; Xia takes trips across Tural, often with no particular goal in mind other than seeing new sights and meeting new people. ⚔︎ Ill-Fated Melody ⚔︎
Many of Tural's people are aware of the tragedy that befell the Xolana twins, albeit vaguely in most cases. But despite the tragedies she's faced, Xia is a bright presence and enthusiastic songstress and performer. This dichotomy makes her somewhat popular in entertainment spheres, as people seek out her to learn if there's truths to the rumors. ⚔︎ Natural Syncopation ⚔︎
Xia loves animals and the natural world. She's rarely far from her pet wolf, Xochitl, and loves to tame and care for other animals such as alpacas and rroneek when she can. If given the opportunity to interact with an animal she's never come across before, especially cute ones, she's liable to drop everything.
Seldom Shared
Xia isn't shy when it comes to making friends—yet, those closer to her note a hesitant shadow amidst her glow.
⚔︎ Discordant Notes ⚔︎
Xia is self conscious about her lack of a "home" in the traditional sense, and her mixed heritage sometimes drawing the wrong kind of attention. She yearns for somewhere to belong and the close connections that make one feel at home. ⚔︎ Unwelcome Interludes ⚔︎
After adventures, Xia often has to spend several days convalescing to recover from aetheric expenditure. These periods are excruciating for her, and she greatly appreciates those who keep her company as she fights her greatest foe of all: boredom. ⚔︎ Myriad Songs ⚔︎
There's so much in the world to see, and only so many of these wondrous things are in Tural. If given an opportunity to learn about another culture beyond the waves, especially their festivities, performances, and ceremonial rites, she'll pursue it with gusto.
Closest Confidants
Beneath bright smiles, she laments and lashes, clinging to life til her knuckles turn white.
⚔︎ The Curtain is Falling ⚔︎ ⚔︎ A Home All My Own ⚔︎ ⚔︎ Requiems to Remember ︎⚔︎
To Their Own Drum's Beat
Great For: Animal lovers, Zoologists, Merchants, Tradesmen, HuntersTradesmen and travelers from across Tural have been swapping stories upon arriving to Tuliyollal, about a mysterious beastkin appearing on the roads in Kozama'uka. The account varies from person to person—particularly, craftsmen and merchants transporting valuables from Miyakabek'zoma spin yarns about a weave of gold zipping around their encampment or caravan, diving into crates of precious metals or gems or crafts and leaving behind only dust. The "Gleaming Xibalba," as they call it, is a mischievous and mysterious threat to the mercantile activities in the area...But supposedly, it's really cute, so Xia has to see it, if not tame it!Xia isn't the only one looking for the monster, though... some residual groups of bandits in Kozama'uka seek to profit off it by selling either its pelt or the goods it allegedly collects.
Madrigal Across Tural
Great For: Turali Characters, Tribesmen, Performers, Tourists, ResearchersNear the anniversary of the unification of Tural, festivals pop up across the continent to celebrate both the identity the Turali people share and the unique peoples that contribute to that whole with their own cultures and creations. One such festival takes place in Urqopacha, organized by the Pelu Pelu as both a cultural celebration and a sightseing destination for tourists with Pel to burn. Representatives of tribes from across the nation are invited to share their unique culture, with people traveling from far and wide to see the many unique peoples of Tural.Xia is asked to perform at the festival, and she's beyond excited to go sample the many different flavors of Tural all in one place. But there are still those who resist Tural's unified culture, and would see the festival disrupted...
The Show of a Lifetime
Great For: Botanists, Sightseers, Travelers, Tourists, ExplorersThe mountains of Urqopacha are a sight to see at any time of year, especially the breathtaking rainbow strata that compose the mountains in Worqor Lar Dor. But every so often, they become even more spectacular...The Azure Centennial Crocus can only be found deep in these mountains. It blooms once every thirty to forty years, when the aetheric concentration of the mountains is at its peak. Fields of bright blue cascade beneath the red, orange, yellow green, and white strata, and the latent aether of the land resonates to create streaks of color across the sky. A spectacle unlike any other, Xia feels blessed to be living at a time it will happen—but the Yok Huy are protective of Worqor Lar Dor in regular times, let alone when such exotic flora is attracting miscreants and ne'er-do-wells seeking to disturb the site.To witness the vista of a lifetime, Xia will have to work with the Yok Tural to secure access to the ceremonial grounds. And she may be in for more than she bargained for as other parties also set their eyes on the flower...
The Curtain is Falling
TW: Terminal IllnessThe accident that destroyed the Xolanas' village left Xia crippled with a rare form of aetheric regression. Her body's aether reserves struggle to replenish themselves, and the condition worsens over time; every chirurgeon she has seen has told her that, one day, her body will no longer be able to draw in aether and she will slowly pass.Knowing her life will be cut short, she's determined to fill each day with wonder, merriment, family, and friends, but her love for life is too vast to just let go of it. When no one is around, she despairs over her circumstances and prays each day to live just a little longer.
A Home All My Own
Xia was left without a home as a child due to the rampage of a Turali Vidraal that had the unique ability to drain energy from its surrounding, leaving both the land and its people as husks deprived of their corporeal aether. The once-verdant land on which her village was once built is now little more than a barren desert, devoid of life.The twins visit every now and then to memorialize the lost, but Xia would like to see the land restored. Because no matter how far she roams, no matter how wonderful the people she comes across, she still can't shake the feeling that her home is where she belongs.
Requiems to Remember
Xia documents everything she does, in either song or story. She records the tales of the people she meets, jots down every recipe she tries, and commits the oral tales of the cultures surrounding her to memory.Perhaps the stories she leaves behind can serve as a reminder of when she was alive, and remind those she met of the wonderful things they saw and did together. She's entertained the idea of publishing them in the past, but is a little self-conscious about sharing her own story, and reminding others (especially her brother) of the fact that she won't be around forever.
Xia's Gallery
Xaiyn Xolana
Blackened Embers
About Xaiyn
Statistics
Strength ★★★☆☆☆☆
Endurance ★★★★☆☆☆
Agility ★★★★★☆☆
Finesse ★★★★★★★
Instinct ★★★★★☆☆
Knowledge ★★☆☆☆☆☆
Presence ★★☆☆☆☆☆
General
full name Liyuxaiyn Xolana (LEE-yoo-sayn soh-LAH-nah)
nickname Xaiyn (zayn)
species Half Tonawawta, Half Wildwood
gender Male
orientation Bisexual
birthplace Tural
occupation Hunter; Mercenary
discipline Viper
Features
age 23 years
height 6'1"
weight 174 ponze
build Lean, Wiry. Light Muscle
hair Silver with inked tips
eyes One like embers, one like shadows
unique Sharp points to his ears, hidden beneath hair
voice Ray Chase as Nier (Brother) (NieR Replicant ver.1.22474487139...)
Personality
ideals Anything for family; No wrong unpunished; Word is bond
bonds His sister. His mentor. His family's pet wolf.
strengths Unwavering, Protective, Pragmatic, Intuitive
flaws Reckless, Vengeful, Competitive, Reclusive
likes Weaponry, Hunting, Contests of skill
dislikes Being away from his sister, Dishonest people
Xaiyn's Hooks
Potential Plots
(Some starting point ideas for interested RP partners!)
⚔︎ The Leviathan's Treasure ⚔︎ ⚔︎ Across Eastern Waves ⚔︎
Common Knowledge
Oftentimes, whispers of the ill-fated twins work their way into gossip circles. Perhaps you've heard some of the rumors...
⚔︎ Hunting's a Party ⚔︎
While hunting is often a solitary act, it can nonetheless bring people together. There are times that the wilderness is too ferocious to be braved alone; in such instances, Xaiyn will party with other hunters or consult them for expertise in a particular hunt. ⚔︎ A Hired Sword ⚔︎
Xaiyn's twinfangs feast on more than monsters—when he isn't hunting, he employs his skills as a sellsword. His tracking skills, combat expertise, and shrewd insights are often desirable to clients, and he sees any job through to its completion. ⚔︎ Cutting Words, Venomous Fangs ⚔︎
Sailors, sellswords, and the superstitious appreciate figures like Xaiyn—they make excellent grain for the rumor mill. Tales of Xaiyn's supposedly cursed upbringing, his near slavish devotion to his craft, and his somewhat distant demeanor might attract the attention of the curious or thrill-seeking looking to find out if the rumors are true.
Selectively Shared
Even on his lonesome journey, Xaiyn nonetheless sometimes counts himself among allies, or more rarely, friends...
⚔︎ Siblings Should Share ⚔︎
One of the fastest ways to learn about Xaiyn is to meet his sister. Should someone befriend Xia, it's only a matter of time until she sends them to check on her bullheaded brother. ⚔︎ His Heart's In There Somewhere ⚔︎
Xaiyn seems the self-centered sort, not focused on anything that doesn't relate to him or his immediate family. That said, he finds it harder than he'd like to turn a blind eye to those in need, and may offer his aid to those who need it free of charge if he comes across someone that's fallen on hard times. ⚔︎ A Bigger Fish, Another Horizon ⚔︎
With his sights set on ever mightier prey, Xaiyn is always training. He knows there are mighty foes beyond the coasts of Tural and sometimes pursues opportunities to work with those hailing from other lands, with the goal of broadening his horizons in pursuit of greater strength.
Closest Confidants
His scars won't heal easily, but there are those who salve the wounds, who Xaiyn trusts to walk alongside him.
⚔︎ Hunters and Prey ⚔︎ ⚔︎ When Night Ends ⚔︎ ⚔︎ What Matters Most ︎⚔︎
The Leviathan's Treasure
Great For: Warriors, Hunters, Mercenaries, Navigators, Nautical Experts, Those Interested in TuralOf late, the normally calm Grand Shallows have been engulfed in tumultuous storms, slowing the progress of trade ships and disturbing the peace of the villages near Yok Tural's coasts. The source of these undying maelstroms? A Turali Vidraal, a leviathan that once called the underwater caves of Y'ak T'el home. After seismic activity created a path for it to reach the ocean, it supped on plentiful prey and aether alike and awakened as a Vidraal with the power to call storms and control water.To stabilize the weather and protect tribes and tradesmen alike, the Landsguard is enlisting the aid of experienced warriors to hunt the beast, and Xaiyn has answered the call. But though the order is for the beast to be slain, a village in Yak T'el that was scorched by war and wildfire believes that, should the beast's power be contained in a Sacred Treasure, it could revitalize the forest...
Among Monsters and Men
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Across Eastern Waves
Great For: Hingan Characters, Travelers, Guides, Warriors, HealersFar across the waves of the southern seas, in the land of Othard, great beasts known as Auspices are occasionally born when a creature reaches a certain age and aether concentration. These beings, often worshiped as Kami by the people of Othard, possess a sense of self and personhood. But the raging aramitama within always threatens to consume them and drive them to evil acts. One such vengeful kami is Yozan, a massive Hanzaki that was born in the depths of Hell's Pit. Its boisterous laughter is said to spew magma, which melts all around it for the Hanzaki to sup on. As it ventures further beyond its territory, residents are beginning to enlist the aid of heroes to defend their homes.In Tural, Xaiyn learns of the legend of the auspices while swapping stories with a hunter from the Far East, and his curiosity is piqued upon noticing their similarity to Turali Vidraal. He sets out on a voyage to Hingashi, looking to test his mettle against these powerful foes, but braving a new continent isn't a challenge oft undertaken alone. He'll need to enlist the help of others if he hopes to defeat an Auspice—and understand the rich culture surrounding them.
Hunters and Prey
Xaiyn has slain countless Vidraal—and no shortage of men—since passing the trials and becoming a Viper. But since he was a boy, his eyes have been fixed on a quarry that lit a flame of vengeance in him long ago.The beast that destroyed his home and took his sister's chance at a normal life is still out there, supping the land's ether, threatening more lives. As he tracks his greatest hunt, Xaiyn traces whispers of a darker truth; that the creature was unleashed intentionally by nefarious parties for reasons. The young Viper won't rest until he gets closure for his family.
When Night Ends
Despite his adherence to the path of justice and vengeance, Xaiyn knows deep down that it is a journey with no true end. His sister will one day soon pass on—even if he is successful, it may not restore her life or grant him greater purpose. When his hunt ends, what will be left for him? Is the pursuit of darker impulses even worth it? What will I do when this long night finally ends? These questions dance across the Viper's mind as he gazes at the stars in moments of quiet contemplation.
What Matters Most
At the end of it all, justice, revenge, closure, triumph: these things are nothing in the face of family, friendship, and love. At times, Xaiyn forgets this as he becomes embroiled in the hunt, but every now and then, a reminder of that truth will alight on his life. He yearns for these connections that remind him of what matters most.
Xaiyn's Gallery
Out of Character
About Me
Name Wooby or Xaiyn
Pronouns They/Them
Timezone Eastern Standard Time (EST)
Data Center | World Aether | Midgardsormr (but I don't mind world-hopping at all)
Mods Yes, I use mods, but mostly to expand character concepts and deepen immersion! I try to keep my characters mostly vanilla+ just in case.
Availability Any time after 6 PM EST on weekdays. Weekends are mostly free
Hi there! Thanks for taking the time to check out this character profile.
I've been roleplaying for over a decade now, from MMOs to online chatrooms to TTRPGs. Collaborative storytelling is my passion; I think everyone deserves an opportunity to create things they love just as much as their favorite media, and nothing feels better than all your efforts clicking after a long build-up of mutual ideas.So, if either (or both) of these characters, their hooks, or the concepts contained within interested you, I look forward to connecting with you! You can message me on Discord or in-game (depending on where you found this carrd).
Looking For
Long-Term Stories Let's write an adventure together and see how our characters evolve!
Lore-Abiding Characters Bending and invention is fine, but I am looking for characters that exist on or in the world of FFXIV.
Inter-Character Relationships Will our characters become best friends, vicious enemies, fierce rivals, or committed lovers? The possibilities are endless.
Mutual Development I scratch your back, you scratch mine. Bonus points if we can link our characters' continuing stories together.
Themes Such As: Adventure, Drama, Exploration, Romance, Action
No Thank-You's
Canon Characters Just not my cup of tea, I prefer original creations.
Wheel-Spinning Slice of Life I'm kind of trying to avoid "hey how are ya," "i'm good," "that's great," "k-bye" venue style RP. Definitely looking to take things to the next level with new RP partners.
Obligatory ERP Note I have nothing against ERP and will engage with it if it serves a greater narrative purpose. But if your only interest in contacting me is to ERP, we probably won't hit it off.
Roleplay Preferences
+ Long-Term RP Nothing wrong with short-term RP, I will still happily do it! But good long-form RP is incredible (and incredibly hard to find), so I'm definitely on the lookout for it!
+ Para or Para+ I appreciate (and try to provide) detailed responses with sufficient detail to build a scene!
+ Preparation I find that the best RP stems from direction. I don't want to script the result, heavens no, but having a general idea of what we want out of each other oils the creative cogs so to speak.
+ Mutual Engagement I want people who will join me in being excited over what our characters can do together, not just eager to have another person in their proverbial audience.
+ 21+ RPers I prefer the freedom to explore whatever concepts pop into our mind during roleplay, and can only comfortably do so if I'm aware my partner is an adult.
+ Screenshots I love to take pictures of blorbos, both mine and other people's. = In-Game or Discord I don't have a strong preference either way and can do either or.
= Short-Term RP I am happy to do slice of life and short-term RPs for people who don't feel a connection that inspires a long-term story.
= Winging It For short-term RPs or people who aren't that interested in prep, I don't mind cutting loose and seeing what happens. - Effortless Writing I worry this comes across as judgmental, and I promise it isn't! But nothing takes me out of a scene faster than people who seem to not care. Grammatical mistakes, typos, erroneous terms of phrase, ESL slips: these things happen, but if you're typing "what's up" without quotation marks, punctuation, or description as your opener, I don't think we'd be a good fit.
- IC/OOC Overlap We're both adults with boundaries, let's respect each other's!
- The Usuals Godmodding, meta-gaming, controlling others' characters, disrespect for the established boundaries of the world, etc.
Disclaimer
The "Interested In" section below contains styles or genres of roleplay I would be happy to do, but either understand aren't for everyone or would only want to do with someone I already trust. Consider them avenues of possibility, but not necessities for us to roleplay together.
Interested In
"Important" Characters When I say this, I don't mean "let's all be the Warrior of Light and kill evil Gods"—I still prefer characters of believable power level, expertise, and narrative presence. But sometimes we as roleplayers bounce too far the other way and refuse to let our characters do anything important because we don't want to infringe on the worldbuilding of the game. If it can be done respectfully, I love stories where our characters earnestly get to be important and make decisions that can have an impact on a larger community over time.
Mechanics in RP Conflict is the essence of a good story and all that, but sometimes text-based mediums can struggle to express conflict and random rolls aren't always the best way to resolve uncertain outcomes. To combat this, I love to use systems to gamify RP. I employ dice systems, or create a TTRPG chassis for a character and use that to take roleplay mechanics to the next level, all while scratching that "character builder" itch. I mostly use rules-light systems like Daggerheart for this and am happy to help anyone interested build a character if this sounds like something they might enjoy, but I know it's not for everyone!
Alternate Universes I know this is a big turn off for lots of people, but I really like seeing how my characters behave in alternative settings! From (EW and DT spoiler warning!)
Credits & Inspiration
⚔︎ Particular Inspirations: The NieR from Square Enix, particularly NieR: Replicant, Honkai: Star Rail from HoYoverse, Granblue Fantasy from CyGames Inc., and Hades from Supergiant Games. The Witcher series by Andrzej Sapkowski, and The Priory of the Orange Tree by Samantha Shannon. Pathfinder from Paizo Publishing, Daggerheart by Darrington Press. And of course, Final Fantasy XIV: Dawntrail by Square Enix!⚔︎ Credits and Thanks: Kurkee Brakzz, Eyvin Fyth and Ceren Alstrahl for helping me with the design and format of this carrd!