Savyne Dotharl

Mateus | Crystal | FFXIV

At a Glance

Name: Savyne Dotharl
Age: 23
Gender: Female
Sexuality: Pansexual
Relationship Status: Single
Race: Au Ra
Ethnicity: Xaela
Heritage: Steppe Warrior of the Dotharl
Occupation: Itinerant Reaper, Free-lance Adventurer, Caravan Guard
Current Residence: La Noscea, Mist District
Build: Petite
Height: 5’4”
Hair Color: Jet Black
Eye Color: Orange Irises with Limbal Rings, Black Sclera

Details

Short Description
Savyne is of average height and build for an Au Ra, but with the the athletic physique and confident bearing of a lifelong wanderer. Prolonged exposure to umbral aether has darkened her scales and dimmed the whites of her eyes to an inky black hue, contrasting starkly with the near-porcelain complexion of her skin. She has tattoos in the pattern of coiling black ivy running down her left arm and right leg.Personality
Despite her somewhat gloomy appearance, Savyne would be best described as lively, outgoing, and unreserved. Like many Dotharl, she sees all conflict as both challenge and opportunity. She thrives in animated discussion, finding as much worth in heated debate as she does in seeking glory on the battlefield.Alignment: Chaotic NeutralMBTI Personality Type: ENTP. Inventive, enthusiastic, strategic, enterprising, inquisitve, versatile. Enjoys new ideas and challenges, values inspiration.

Backstory

Savyne was born and raised into the harsh land of the Azim Steppes. Like most of her tribe, she believes that those individuals whose souls burn most brightly in life will be reborn into new bodies over and over, reaching for ever greater heights of prowess and glory in every subsequent life, continuously honing their immortal souls on the wheel of reincarnation. However, unlike most of her Dotharl kin, Savyne has sought ever to understand the mechanics of death, and how one might deliberately alter the course of a soul after death. And so, she has found herself wandering the star, studying different cultures’ beliefs about death and the afterlife, searching for hidden truths. This long and arduous path eventually lead her into a chance encounter with a cadre of reapers. Fascinated by their ability to siphon strength from the souls of vanquished enemies, Savyne was quick to join their ranks, striking a bargain with a voidsent of her own.Ever since then, she has continued to move from place to place, taking work where she can find it. All the while, she continues to seek new insights into the cycle of life and death. Insights that she might one day bring back to her people.

Roleplay Hook Ideas

Knowledge of the Hereafter: In her travels, Savyne seeks to gather lore pertaining to the afterlife, that she might come to better understand the truth of her tribe's cycle of reincarnation. Are you a scholar or religious authority with some specialized knowledge about the afterlife? Do you come from a culture with unusual beliefs about life after death? Have you ever had an out-of-body experience while on the brink of death? If so, Savyne will definitely be interested in having a conversation with you. And failing that, might try to ambush you in a dark alley for answers.Steppe Warrior: Savyne has been away from the Azim Steppe for several years now, but has never forgotten the ways of her people. She is quick to boast of her tribe to anyone who will listen, and even quicker to pick fights with those who disparage them. She also has a keen interest in meeting other Steppe Xaela who have made a life for themselves in Eorzea. Are you from the Steppe? Have you ever visited there? Are you looking for an easy excuse to start a bar brawl? If so, you'll probably have something to talk to her about.The Lemures: Although Savyne does not count herself among their number, she is indebted to the Lemures for her training. Are you on good terms with the Lemures? Are you a displaced Garlean in need of aid? If you are, Savyne will feel honor-bound to help you.A Challenger Approaches: Sparring matches, debates, games of chance, drinking games, riddles or whatever else. Savyne is always game to accept whatever challenge might come her way. And if a challenge includes stakes? All the better!Novice Student of the Arts: As much to her own surprise as anyone else's, Savyne has cultivated a keen appreciation for the fine arts, especially those art-forms that reflect an individual's attitudes towards life and death. On occasion, she has been known break into private residences, archives, and even temples for the purpose of viewing particularly beautiful pieces. She also has a somewhat troublesome habit of kidnapping performers she likes, and demanding private shows before she lets them go. Are you an artist? Do you have some other connection to the art world? Do you have any recommendations for things she might want to see?What's That Do?: Advanced technology, and magitek in particular, are a rare sight on the open plains of the Azim Steppe. Savyne finds such inventions quite novel, and may stop passersby if they have something she's interested in. Are you a machinist or magitek engineer? Do you carry any high-tech looking equipment on your person? Savyne might like a closer look, if so.Child of Anarchy: Owing to her upbringing as a Dotharl, Savyne has strong opinions about strangers telling her what to do. Bossy guards will be met with withering glares, and she isn't above fist-based retaliation against those who twist society's laws to obstruct her. Are you a member of law enforcement? A bounty hunter? Then perhaps you caught Savyne on the wrong side of the law.Haunted: Like all reapers, Savyne obtained her powers by striking a bargain with a Voidsent. From time to time, she can be seen speaking to an invisible presence. Strange gusts of wind sometimes kick up around her, and inhuman silhouettes coalesce in her shadow. Those who are close enough to see their reflection in her eyes might see something other than their own face staring back at them. Does your character have a strong reaction to voidsent? Did they see something that spooked them? Did they catch Savyne talking to herself?Freelance Mercenary: Like many adventuring-types, Savyne makes most of her pocket money by accepting odd-jobs where ever she can find them. Are you looking to hire? Or perhaps you have a lead on some potential work? Need a partner for a job? If so, she'll probably be interested.More to come... as I think of them!

Savyne's Voidsent

Savyne's invisible partner is a little unusual, even amongst the bizarre and perplexing entities that call the Thirteenth home. It cannot see, but always watches. It cannot not speak, but always listens. It cannot think, but always wills. It is less a distinct, sentient individual, and more an embodied force of nature. A force that even the wily Dotharl often has trouble communing with.There is nothing malicious about it, but also nothing particularly loving or caring. Eons pass, and it simply abides in silence.The only obvious evidence of Savyne's bond with this entity are the coiling patterns of black ivy and leaf that entangle her left arm and right leg. Although, if one listens closely enough in her presence, they might hear the creaking of unseen branches or the rustling of invisible leaves.

OOC Info

Thank you for checking out my profile! I promise that Savyne's not half as edgy as she might come off here, her writer even less so.Please feel free to message me!
If I have my RP tag on, I’m fine with both IC and OOC approaches. Whatever works best for you! I’m pretty friendly, and am happy to roleplay with inexperienced roleplayers! Apologies in advance if I happen to be AFK, I’ll get back to you as soon as possible.Long Term Roleplay
I love longer term roleplay with ongoing stories, but am hesitant to commit to it given my current time limitations and flucuating writing drive. My chances of saying yes are much better once we've known each other for a while, and had an opportunity to RP more casually a few times. No promises though. Please be understanding. ♥ERP
Yes, I’m a degenerate ERPer. No, I’m not sorry. Writing smut is fun sometimes. Open to one-off scenes, as long as we do a little narrative groundwork first. It doesn't need to be novel-length, just a little story-writing to contextualize the smut. If you catch me in the Quicksands with my RP tag on, I'm almost certainly looking for a scene! Info about my Extreme Raid Progression preferences /c/an be found elsewhere. 21 and older only please.IC/OOC
I like to keep a strong boundary between IC and OOC relationships. I’m always happy to make a new friend OOC, but lets make sure to be respectful of each other's personal boundaries. Also, please don’t take it personally if our characters don’t get along IC! That doesn’t mean I have a problem with you personally. Roleplay is only fun as long as everyone stays chill!Carrd is WIP
This character's Carrd is eternally a WIP. If you have any feedback or suggestions, I'd love to hear them.Interested in meeting my other character?
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Background Art Credit to Paul Scott Canavan @ http://www.paulscottcanavan.com/