Preserve the Balance, if you can
"Is it just a mirage? Or something more..."
The Postmaster
Enter -- Stage RightAt the dawn of the Seventh Astral Era, amidst prosperity did a new courier company emerge from the desert sands. At the helm is a Viera woman with bright blue eyes and polite little smile.A shroud of flesh and blood to laugh, to cry, revel and despair with you and I.To most, she is The Postmaster. Owner of Secret Star Services and the one who built the company from nothing. To others, she is the woman who brings supplies to the less fortunate of Ul’dah and Ala Mhigo. And to her allies and enemies, she is a wicked tactician with a cunning mind for the politics of the city she claims is her home.She is used to playing the stagehand, but of late the game has changed. After her venture into the Lowlands, she has been seen supporting and aiding a recently proclaimed Royalist and his growing wealth and power. One that in turn, aided in the growth of her small company into a thriving enterprise. She has always been the face of her company, and Secret Star's success only propelled Saoirse Quincy into the public eye.In the aftermath of the Final Days, the Viera fell ill to a strange sickness. Glowing veins from under her skin disconcerted those saw her, and so she chose to withdraw from the public and high society to avoid scrutiny. Word has it that she is weakened from mysterious illness. She plays into it, allowing them to believe she is vulnerable. And that's not all that is whispered about her.It is no secret trouble follows Saoirse Quincy wherever she goes. Rumours of death and violence brought upon those who stand in her way trail like bloody footprints.Ah, but this is Ul'dah, and that's just business.
The Postmaster's Hooks
"By Azeyma's light, our paths are lit."
Out of Thin Air
Not much is known about Saoirse's private life and records only go back so many years with no indication of family or lovers. Why? Perhaps you are someone would be interested in finding out.
It's Lonely at the Top
Her lack of any lover in the many years of being among Ul'dah's merchant and upper class has sparked rumors and whispers about her and whom she could end up with. Perhaps you're in for a challenge? Or perhaps there's a reason for her lack of lovers.
A Better Ul'dah
Are you a Royalist? A Street Rat? Someone longing for a better Ul'dah for her people? Saoirse could be your ally!
Charity
Work in orphanages and run down streets in Ul'dah? Pass by there often? A woman of Saoirse's description is often seen helping out and donating gil and supplies. Alternatively, if you run or work a charity organization that helps the less fortunate in Ul'dah, Ishgard, or helping the reconstruction of Ala Mhigo, you may gain Saoirse's eye.
High Society
As her company grows, so too does Saoirse find herself in the company of nobles and merchants and their fancy socials. Perhaps you ran into her at one of these?
All things Magic
Many have seen Saoirse use aetherial magic in the past, both Red Magic and other forms of aether manipulation. Perhaps you need a teacher or mentor?
Politics
While Saoirse's main focus is the Royalist vs Monetarist Struggle in Ul'dah, she has an interest in Ishgard's House of Commons and has several connections to Ala Mhigo's Revolutionaries and the Dalmascan Resistance.
Echoes of a time long gone
Lived in the streets of Ul'dah decades ago? Worked for the Order of Nald'Thal back in the day? Perhaps the ears and bright blue eyes bring back long lost memories...
Combat & Sellswords
It is Ul'dah after all, and Saoirse has yet to throw any financial backing into a champion in the bloodsands or a fighter of her own. Perhaps you can be that champion?
The Human Lamp
After the tales of burning red skies and blasphemies scattered across the lands, Saoirse was seen sporting bright glowing veins underneath her skin during a high society party that ended in a massacre . Perhaps you've heard of this? Maybe your expertise could help in figuring out the cause?
Courier & Trade
As the head of a postal & trade service, Saoirse is always looking for those in need of a job. If you're a caravaner, courier, adventurer or currently doing odd-jobs and want something more stable, perhaps Saoirse will have a place for you.Likewise, if you're a citizen looking to get your mail sent, look no further than Secret Star Services!
Business
On the flip side, are you a business owner looking for someone to help coordinate & ship your goods across the star? Saoirse and her company has a track record of being extremely successful in that regard and owns several contracts already, as well as heading several logistical efforts over the years.She is also, in general, looking for new partnerships and investment opportunities, so long as they are ethical, of course.
In Need of (Personal) Assistance
Of recent, Saoirse is finding that she is unable to keep balance of the many many tasks it takes to keep a courier & trade service running, and her schedule is often disjointed. After many a trusted colleague told her to, the desire to finally give in and hire a Personal Assistant is growing stronger, and perhaps your character can be what she's looking for!
Airships & Magitek
Saoirse is always looking for someone to talk to about Airships and magitek. Perhaps you can be that person?
The Rumors
◆ "That head of the caravan company, Secret Star? Yeah she's quite strange that one. She not only parlays with Royalist but also has helped broker deals with several Monetarists. Which side is she on really?"◆ "Isn't it strange that there are little to no recorded history of her? It's like she appeared out of thin air couple of summers ago. And no family to speak of."◆ "I heard from a friend that she says she can't dance, and yet she won 2nd place in a Valentione dance competition."◆ "I have never once seen her take a lover. With those looks? It's strange."◆ "Apparently Secret Star was able to get the Falcons to cooperate in an Anti-Garlean operation with the Malestrom. How they did so without gettin' murdered is a conundrum."◆ "Some say that before the blasphemies and Garlemald's fall, she was seen in the Twelveswood talking to former members of the Order about voidsent who supports artists of all things. One would hope she's not going to parlay with it..."◆ "Remember the society party that ended with that primal of Nald'Thal? That woman, Saoirse was there, and whats more, her veins are glowing? That can't be normal."
“You can't change the world without getting your hands dirty.”
The Crimson Demon of Ul'dah
Enter -- Stage LeftEver wonder what lies beneath those brilliant blue eyes and pretty little smile?There are tales of a pirate crew terrorising Thanalan's skies, raining fire upon unsuspecting airships carrying precious cargo, flooding them with smoke and striking fear as the crew reveled in the blood of their victims. None delighted in it more than the captain, drenched in crimson, the demon's smile would be the last thing a poor soul might see before they draw their last breath.The Crimson Demon of Ul'dah. They attack the rich and powerful, robbing them blind, and for the unfortunate in their path: death. No one knows their identity. Rumours have their source, of course. Those who lived to tell the tale are few. And those foolish enough to reveal that they survived might have their days numbered.Is the Crimson Demon a terrorist and murderer who needs to be brought to justice? Perhaps so. But to others, they shed light on the corruption that lies underneath the glittering surface of the Jewel of the Desert- the blood splits, freedoms stolen, its people taken advantage of, all in the name of coin and power.No one knows their true goals, but one things for certain- they are a threat.Not all men in Ul'dah are treated equal and as the saying goes: Opression breeds rebellion.
The Demon's Hooks
"I burn for a sunrise I'll never see"
Rebellion
Are you a royalist or noble looking to change the system? An information broker with information the Demon would be interested in? Or perhaps one that believes in the cause? Maybe you have something that could help the rebellion?
A Family of Steel
The Demon is always looking to add to her crew. You can never have enough pilots, navigators, gunmen, or healers. Or perhaps you are an outcast,refugee, or sellsword with no where else to go and a strong sense of justice?
Bretheren's Court
A fellow pirate, sky or otherwise? The Demon is always looking for fellow pirates to connect to who don't sully the pirate name.
Garlean Menance
Even though the Garlean Empire's threat is over, there are still many who believe in it's ideology struggling to cling onto power. The Crimson Demon wants to see that permanently snuffed out. Perhaps you could help assist?
For Ul'dah
Many over the years have tried to threaten Ul'dah's power. While she sees the Jewel of the Desert for the blood diamond it is, its daughter will see that she helps stop the next threat, or use it for her own gains.
For Freedom
Freedom is the very heart of all the Crimson Demon does. She will do everything in her power to see those under oppression be freed. Perhaps you're someone who shares these ideals.
The Jewel's Underbelly
Have connections to the underbelly and criminal corners of Ul'dah? Perhaps you might have connections and allyship with the Demon.
Black Markets
The Crimson Demon has a pulse on the Black Markets of Ul'dah, Limsa, and Kugane. Perhaps you do too?
Masks and Lies
Are you someone that can get people to talk? Good at espionage? Deception? Perhaps The Demon has some use for you.
High Society
With the mask of the Postmaster, The Demon can often be found at high society parties collecting information. Perhaps you might be a noble or merchant that catches her eye...
Thy Mortal Enemy
A member of the Order of Nald'Thal? Brass Blade? Monetarist? Hired muscle for her enemy? Law Enforcement in other city states? Slave owner? Continues to support the Empire ideology? The Crimson Demon will likely oppose you.
The Rumors
◆ "I remember 'em Falcons. Used to travel all over dealin' with the Garleans hangin' up in the sky before The Calamity. Still did, till the Empire fell. Really helped out in those rebellion efforts they did."◆ "It’s been a bit of a relief, knowin’ they aren’t targettin’ sky pirates as much these days. But back in the day? They were the ones to make sure we didn' do anythin' to sully the sky pirate name. Wouldn' know if their next target was one o' us 'er the Garleans. Kept us lot in line that did.◆ "Tales of the Captain of the Falcons are few and far between…but they’ve been recently been labelled as the Crimson Demon of Ul’dah as of the Seventh Umbral Era. Not sure if that’s worse than being called The Red Reaper or no"◆ "No one knows what the Crimson Demon looks like, but what people can agree on is that for someone who is labeled Crimson, their magic is more akin to Black Magic. Wonder if they're an Order member, or was sanctioned by them."◆ "Seems the Crimson Demon got a real’ hate streak for the rich of Ul’dah. That’s who they usually find murdered by them, after all.◆ "You workin’ with the Syndicate? Or how about Monetarists? Cause they seem to be the ones lookin’ forward to seeing The Crimson Demon’s head on the choppin’ block."◆ "Some heiress from some gemstone company keeps going on 'bout how The Crimson Demon seems connected to a caravan company of all things. Does she not realize that demon is known for being a sky pirate?"◆ "During the final days The Falcons were out there helpin' out the Gyr Abanian citizens get to safety, and the one shoutin' out orders in particular was seen fightin' those blasphemies.
Basics
"I need all the heroes I can get."
Name Saoirse (SEER-sha) Quincy
Age ???
Namesday 21st Sun of the Third Astral Moon (May 21st)
Race Viera (City)
Gender Female (She/her)
Height 5 fulm 10 ilms (excluding ears)
Nationality Ul'dahn
Proficient at
◆ Red Magic / Rapier Techniques
◆ Black Magic
◆ Aetherial Manipulation & Observation/Perception
◆ Airships & Aerial combat
◆ Tactics & Strategy
◆ Magitek & Airship mechanicsHas Knowledge of
◆ Logistics
◆ Crossbows
◆ Other Offensive Aetherial magics
◆ Deception/Espionage
Struggles with / Lack of Knowledge
◆ Healing Magic
◆ Alchemy
◆ Plants/Poisons
◆ Aether Sensitivity
◆ Sea combat
◆ Combat without the use of magic
◆ Social cues (sometimes)
◆ Vieran Culture
◆ Dancing
◆ Cooking
Apperance
◆ Toned Muscle, especially arms & legs
◆ Glowing veins all over body
◆ Freckles everywhere
◆ Scars on fingers, abdomen, breast, back.
◆ Bright blue eyes
◆ Sharp upper and lower canines
◆ Walks with wooden cane: using less of late
◆ Hair tends to be black but can also be grey or silver.
◆ Wears primarily masculine Ul'dahn or pirate-based clothing with a feminine touch. She has a focus on reds, purples, blues, browns, and blacks with a preference with gold accents.
Traits
◆ Polite
◆ Serious
◆ Calculating
◆ Deceptive
◆ Cynical
◆ Passionate
◆ Strong-willed
◆ Selfless
◆ Gallant
Tastes
Likes
◆ The Sky
◆ Her Crew
◆ Airships
◆ Hard Spirits (esp. Ul'dah spirits/rum)
◆ Parkour
◆ Tinkering
◆ Strategy/Puzzle Games
◆ Ul'dah Food/Drink
◆ Magical PowessDislikes
◆ The Order of Nald'Thal & Ul'dah's current system.
◆ Rich, Greedy/Skeevy People
◆ Slavery
◆ People that go after her crew
◆ Garlean Empire Ideology
◆ Those that harp on her ethnicity & nationality
◆ Beer/Cider
◆ Food Waste
◆ Aether Dense areas
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OOC
Hi! I'm Crystia (or Crys for short) and I've been Roleplaying for over 15+ years, with 4 of those years in XIV!◆ Please be 21+◆ Can do In Game (I'm willing to DC travel!) or Discord RP. RP tag IG = IC◆ OOC communication is vital on both ends. I am not a mind reader and neither are you. Boundaries are important but they must be communicated. If I have to find out elsewhere that there's an issue, that's a problem.◆ IC does not equal OOC.◆ I enjoy long term stories with great character dynamics! I also enjoy stories that have stakes to them. If your character can't take a threat seriously, attempts to strong arm my character into doing what you/they want without acknowledging her own ability, or steamrolls through fights with powerful enemies without any struggle, I am not the RP partner for you.I also prefer those who can do group RP and one-on-one, as I like to DM stuff as well.◆ I will not always match your word/post count. I will write what I need to in order to portray what is necessary. If I'm in a group setting I tend to write less (unless I am DMing) due to more people posting and needing to type fast, sometimes only one sentence dialogues (if necessary). This is not a personal insult to you or your writing, but if it does bother you please come talk to me and we can discuss.◆ I prefer to direct my energy at people who actually appreciate what I bring to the table, including enjoying the character I am writing. Thanks for understanding!!◆ Please give me a heads up (and make it clear what you're trying to get permission for) before trying to Rp the following with me:- Extreme Violence/Gore (as in describing it in great detail. Describing Eye horror especially)- Attempted Suicide/Actual Suicide (especially if you're trying to shock my character by making them walk in on it)- Sexual Assault (The act itself upon my character/your character, your character trauma dumping it on mine, etc.)- Racism directed towards my character. I can handle it in NPC form (as it's usually part of a story and temporary) but if a player character is constantly racist towards mine I would like to discuss before moving forward.- Anything with Maggots, bugs near food etc. (This just really squicks me out.)- Trying to kill or permanently hurt my character.Any other themes are free game, just don't be creepy OOC.◆ Saoirse isn't really the romantic or sexual type. That said, I would prefer if it happens organically! I will also make sure that if it goes down that route, we discuss boundaries. (refer back to the OOC communication)◆ If you're a bigot, racist, or weirdly sexual towards minors OOC I don't wanna deal with you!! Sorry not sorry!!
Influences
Robin Hood
Lelouch vi Brittania - Code Geass
Edelgard - FE:TH
Luthen Rael - Andor
Dread Pirate Roberts - Princess Bride
Lio Fortia - Promare
Lightning - FF13 series
Two - Dark Matter (or so I've been told!)
Batman (so I've been told!!)
The One Power & Aes Sedai - Wheel of Time
Treasure Planet
Just this whole monologue - Luthen Rael"These days will end. The way they laugh. The way they push through a crowd. The sound of that voice telling you to stop, to go, to move. Telling you to die. Rings in the ear, doesn’t it? But they’ll think about us soon enough."
- Luthen Rael"Rule number one, never carry anything you don’t control."
- Luthen Rael"The only ones who should kill, are those who are prepared to be killed."
- Lelouch"If a King doesn't move, then his subjects won't follow."
- Lelouch"I have only made an enemy of the church, not of the faith."
- Edelgard"Never settle to be the bird, be the arrow instead"
- Edelgard“At the end of the day, I fight for those who cannot fight for themselves. If that makes me an outlaw, so be it. I’ve been called worse.”
-- Angela Parkhurst, Forget Me Not