⚔︎ about

INTRO
A seasoned swordsman with a lively spirit from the Skatay Range who lingers down every path he takes, finding purpose in the constant pursuit of peace. From the snowy mountain village long lost to war and ruin, the warder began his journey with little more than the supplies he could salvage and the teachings of his mother and mentors. Since then, life has led him down many paths both harrowing and rewarding, yet still he searches for more.

PERSONALITY
Confident, extroverted, and refreshingly honest, he’s a cocky yet pragmatic hero whose boldness is only tempered by his genuine warmth. His lively presence draws people in, and while his self-assurance can be overwhelming at times, he means no harm unless threatened. Quick to act on instinct, he embraces spontaneity and often takes bold risks, but his actions are rooted in reasons that make sense to him and a sincere desire to help. Though his teasing and joking may rub some the wrong way, he usually means it with a lighthearted affection. Over the years, he’s grown more carefree, each passing year leaving him more shameless and indulgent than the last.

⚔︎ history

EARLY LIFE
Eji was the oldest of six, all raised under the warm roof of a communal matriarchy deep in the biting cold of the Skatay Range. While the village stayed guarded by those sworn to the frosted wood, he grew up comfortably alongside his many siblings and cousins, helping in his mother’s woodshop, and playing in the taiga of his home turf. Often inciting trouble but a wildly helpful and sociable kid nonetheless, he was a big brother or grandson or friend to anyone who needed one.It wasn’t until his twentieth spring that the warders returned for his generation of apprentices. While eager to join their ranks, Eji struggled against the strict leadership and was sometimes scolded for his insubordinance and desire to act just outside the box. He’s assigned several roles over his decade in the brigade but spends much of his active duty off the beaten path, being relied on to make treks between settlements for trade and communication.One dark afternoon, returning from a mission, he smells burning wood and notices the snow in his path turning dark. The closer he gets to home, the louder the rush of blood in his ears, and the faster he runs, the more his vision blurs, finding everything he knew in ruin. He lingers for days before gathering what he can and setting off on the path of least resistance.

ADULTHOOD
Always the soldier, the pawn, the outsider, fiercely loyal but with allegiance to no one but himself, he drifts between lands and jobs looking for a purpose but finds deeper trouble still. From a smith’s apprentice to a swordsman instructor to an underground operative, he built a reputation for himself that eventually brings the opportunity to become a personal guard to his doorstep.His charge is a gloomy auri heiress, said to have difficulty protecting herself despite her bloodline's proclivity for offensive magic, and their bond strengthens through a mutual understanding and respect they’d seldom found elsewhere. Despite their many differences, they became a willing duo and Eji trains Tennyo to fight for herself to the best of his abilities. It's not often that he has to protect her, and he later learns he was more so hired to protect others from her. When the truth behind her existence becomes Eji’s burden to bear, he cracks under the pressure and becomes the match that sparks the flame that leads to the destruction of her home.Bound no longer by duty but by friendship and a shared grief, they take off together to start their lives anew. For a while they stick together, followed by several years apart, and they later rejoin as Scions.PRESENT DAY (DT)
Now settled into the role of an impromptu hero, Eji takes his commendations where they're due and is keen on using their newfound freedom to see the wider world. He still plays an active role in the Scions' stead and while he considers himself on vacation, he's rarely able to deny a bid for adventure.

⚔︎ hooks

hook 001. Someone crafty
The weathered carpenter’s hands- capable and calloused from decades of work and swordsmanship- are never far from a set of tools. His workshop is full of the smell of fresh wood and the clutter of half-finished projects, but he might be willing to add another if he had some helping hands.hook 002. Rolling green
Thick clouds of fogweed smoke drift lazily around him as he lounges. He takes another slow inhale, his eyes lidded in relaxation. A pouch of the dried greenery rests on the table next to him, the faintest hint of a grin tugging at his pierced lips as he offers it forward with a subtle gesture, if you’d care to unwind together...hook 003. A friend in the killing business
These shifty and calculating eyes sometimes scan a room as if the hired sword never truly left the field. While retirement and a focus on more selfless work has been kind and fulfilling, it’s possible that his blades can be drawn again for the right price or purpose.

⚔︎ rules / OOC

001. Hard separation of IC/OOC. My characters aren’t me and I’m not them; their thoughts and opinions are independent of mine.002. In my own canon, Eji has been the WoL since SHB. For RP purposes, he's a former member of the Scions, carpenter, sellsword, and sociable adventurer. Basically, he's just rather malleable- he's lived a long time and worn plenty of hats we can figure it out!003. I'm happy to chat about sexual dynamics, gpose NSFW, and RP some buildup but I'm not interested in ERP. Eji is open to hookups and friends with benefits, but not another partner.004. Dark and mature themes are perfectly okay. This excludes racism, homophobia, or discrimination. If you’re unsure about a topic, feel free to ask ahead!005. As a fair warning, I’m very anxious and somewhat new to this kind of RP so my writing speed is pretty slow and I may not be aware of all etiquette! Please be patient or spare us both if this will be an issue.

Jove / 26 / PST
I've been playing FFXIV on NA since 2021 but only recently began exploring RP here You can find me on Bluesky and mutuals can ask for my DiscordI'm a hobby modder, gposer, and extreme/savage raider but I mostly pay my sub for gpose and pvp. Join me on the front lines sometime >:)Please keep it lighthearted and considerate! For me, this is a fun creative outlet as well as a hit of socialization that my homebody lifestyle tends to lack. If there's something I missed, please let me know. Communication, consent, and respect are essential.