Pandora Verrin
ㅤbetter the devil you know ㅤ
Pandora Verrin — 29 — He/They — EST — ㅤParaform RPㅤ
hook 001 : eyes are the windows
Eyes are the windows to the soul, so they say. Maybe that's why he never seems to make eye contact. Yet, those whose gaze he meets are often left feeling as if something other was in their mind. Even for the briefest moment.
hook 003 : give and take
his spellbook always has a solution to nearly every problem. or, at the very least, he'll let you believe that it does. be it a curse or blessing, everyone has something they want more than anything. pay the right price and you may just get it.
hook 005 : technomage
He is truly fascinated by technology and its integration with magic. If your character is involved in any of these two things, it's a quick way to start a conversation and ignore his curiosity to learn more.
EW Spoilers hook 007 : the end of days
[ WIP ]
hook 002 : business owner
recently, he opened a business called [pandora's box]. deep in the heart of ul'dah's worst alleyways, the lounge caters to those that live in the shadows. while the venue itself is a lounge and restaurant, the building also offers short-term and long-term housing for those in need.
hook 004 : aetherical imbalance
His aether is off. Not voidsent but not quite that of most on the Source. It's evident that his aether, has been afflicted by something unknown. To the particularly sensitive, it almost feels as it were was a heavy cloak that weighed down on him. In fact, the more you're near him the more unnatural he feels.
21+ only hook 006 : the deal of a lifetime
Having gotten himself into a rather lucrative business, he can assist in many ways. Drugs are just one. Anything from medicine to hallucinogens, he likely has his hands on already.
PanDora
ㅤ'Til we're saints just swimming in our sins again ㅤ
ㅤnameㅤㅤpandora verrin.
ㅤageㅤㅤtwenty-nine.
ㅤpronounsㅤㅤhe/they.
ㅤraceㅤㅤau ra (xaela).
ㅤlocationㅤㅤgoblin.
ㅤclassㅤㅤsummoner
ㅤpersonalityㅤ on the surface he can beLighthearted and full of wonder. At times, Pandora could almost be mixed up with being carefree. Though that's merely the surface. Just below, he's full of sarcasm and smart remarks nurtured in an almost whimsical tone. While those that know him better would describe him as being apathetic and greedy, which he can't quite argue against. Even so, he's often dedicated to his work and does his best to mind his negative qualities.
navi gation
❝ Your god is like an architect and am just a new invention ❞
physical
ㅤheightㅤㅤ6'8.
ㅤweightㅤㅤ263 Ilm.
ㅤeyesㅤㅤpink.
ㅤhairㅤㅤblack with pink highlights.
ㅤscarsㅤㅤnone visibly.
ㅤpiercingsㅤㅤtwo chains across the bridge of his nose. a septum piercing. angel fangs.
ㅤvoiceclaimㅤㅤ[not yet chosen]
ㅤappearanceㅤ with a lean build, he is most recognized by his pink skin and hair. his horns curve out in front of him and are always dawned in metal capping. as a xaela his scales are dark, nearly pure black.
ㅤtechnomageㅤ
alongside ordinary magic, Pandora also utilizes technology. Not only has this allowed him to expand his arsenal but it has also allowed a seamless combination of magitek into his work.
ㅤgeneral magicㅤ
as a summoner, he's capable of pulling power from stronger beings and weaving it into his spells. This can allow for explosive attacks as well as unique curses and blessings.
ㅤweapon summonㅤ
utilizing his aether, he is able to channel it and manifest it into physical objects. Most often, into simple weapons such as swords and daggers during combat to allow for versatility.
ㅤrole swapㅤ
By changing the tomestone currently uploaded in his digital grimoire, he's able to summon unique weapons corresponding to it. This can allow him to swap his role to act as a DPS, healer, or even tank.
history
ㅤbiographyㅤ Had been birthed into an unfortuante circumstances. The result of an affair that hadn't been known until that very moment. Even as helpless as he was, blame was cast at him for nothing more than existing. Then, when his mother had been found killed the very same day he was deemed a curse. As a child, the feeling of that resentment always lingered and drove him away. He took more to the streets then to his home until he'd discovered an all but abandoned warehouse. Serving as a place where he could safely be himself, he spent more and more time there the older he became. Income and food came by way of petty thefts. All the while, he discovered ancient technology left by the allagan empire. With a newfound fascination in it and a desire to know more, he learned through books he found and through experiments. Eventually, seeking more, he left to traverse the land and further his technological experiments by stealing from Garleans. EW spoilers start It was during this time that he got word of the Final Days. Curious as to the rumored beasts, he traveled to Radz-at-Han. While there, he discovered the survived remains of a beast turned parasite. Embracing it, he gained newfound power and abilities. In turn, it feeds from his aether and dynamis. ew spoilers end. Having found his place within the world, he struck a deal to open a venue. In turn, he's now delved into the mysteries of the underground and all it holds.
timeline | story |
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A birth and a death on the same day | The day he was born was a day believed to be cursed. The unwanted child of an affair, the very day he was born was the day his mother was found dead. though she'd been found murdered, he'd always been blamed. |
EW Spoiler: With death, there is always rebirth | Following the end days, he'd found himself with unusual abilities. rather than shy away, he's found himself embracing the newfound power. With it, he has all but forged a new life for himself. |
a studious life | though never formally educated, he found himself drawn to technology. Discovering books on technology, he quickly wanted to learn more. After studies through books and practice, he'd eventually learned to properly combine the use of traditional magic with technology. |
Creating a future | Now, having gotten the funding needed, he has opened a venue catering to those hidden in the shadows. With this, he has found himself involved in far more than he'd anticipated. Yet, there are too many temptations in the underground to simply be ignored. |
motifs
talion mirafiel
neither friend nor foe, the two have done work alongside each other for years. it was an easy choice for pandora when looking for someone to invest in his new business. in turn, he's been pulled into Tal's own personal business.
Jin Haoyu
a close friend of Pandora's and someone else with a keen eye for technology. Although the two don't always find time to hang out, when they do it's often spent info dumping. Jin has also become an incredible resourse for finding unique weaponry.
OOC
I'm Hollow, or Sebastian, a 25 year old artist with an addiction to making characters. My pronouns are they/them and I'm transmasc. While I'm newer to RP in FFXIV I have been RPing for over 12 years online. Outside of FF I can also be found on Twitter (@Holliism) where I post my art and (@HollowFFXIV) where I post FFXIV specific content.
RP Boundaries
rule 001 : No Bigotry
No racism, homophobia, sexism, bigotry, etc. Even in fiction/fantasy if I have any reason to believe the actions of you or your character are being done to promote real-world bigotry all interaction will be ended immediately.
rule 003 : ERP
A lot of my characters are quite flirty and open to most things. However, I find actually writing ERP to be dull most of the time and will more often than not opt to fade to black. The exception is if it pertains to the story and explores unique aspects of the characters involved. Even then, it will only be if you are someone I can trust.
rule 002 : General Triggers
The following are things that can be triggering to me when RPing. I ask that these topics be avoided when writing together. Extreme and realistic depictions of suicide and/or suicidal ideations. graphic details of murder, specifically dealing with the use of realistic guns. Fantastical setting weapons and lightly brushing on the topics can be okay but please check with me beforehand.
rule 004 : Consent in Writing
Any unwarranted advances toward my character be it violence or extreme flirting without permission will be cause to terminate the RP. Things like ruffling hair, playful slap, etc are acceptable though! Just don't y'know. Walk up and punch my blorbo in the face or disrespect their boundaries and we'll be cool.
rule 005 : 21+
This if for long-term writing partners only. You must be 21+. This comes from the fact that I am 25 and explore darker themes pertaining to things like drugs, sex, and alcohol through my characters that I am simply not comfortable writing with younger people. For casual rp though, definitely not required!