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A little Hali question, if I may?
Sharlayan is obviously a little bit chilly and Northern and, post-Calamity, Ishgard is locked into a perpetual frozen winter (although growing up under the artificial warmth of the "sun" in Labyrinthos might have been a little bit warmer...)
What did she make of hotter climates, such as Thanalan or Thavnair? Did she have a wardrobe suitable for the heat already prepared? Or did she have to quickly obtain some more suitable outfits once she arrived? Did she find any aspects of life in tropical climates surprising or startling?
Is she feeling prepared for adventuring in the New World? Hopefully she has some outfits planned that are elegant, but also practical for the range of climates she might encounter?
Yay another Mimble ask!!! 🎉 I’m sorry that it took me a while to respond, but I very much have been seriously lacking in spoons lately and I finally have the time and energy to write out all my thoughts on this well thought out question. So let’s get into it!!
As you mentioned before, yes, Hali is Sharlayan, but she was born and raised in Labyrinthos, not Old Sharlayan proper. As Labyrinthos was designed to be a temperate climate, it was always warm and comfortable, as Hali never had to wear a coat or anything of the sort unless she ventured up to the surface. Usually her grandparents would visit Hali in Labyrinthos, so her visits to the surface were few and far between. She wouldn’t be exposed to the cold for extended periods of time until she attended the Studium, and by that point, her body was acclimated to the warm climate simulated in Labyrinthos.
Therefore, Hali doesn’t do well with either extreme, neither heat nor cold. In Old Sharlayan and later on in Ishgard, Hali would never go outside without her coat or her heavier Astrologian robes, and you can ask Aymeric how cold her hands and feet can get. 🥶
When Hali left Sharlayan to become an adventurer, she first came to Ul’dah, the birthplace of her maternal grandmother. She bought and packed some lighter weight clothing, but she was still not prepared for the heat, and whenever outside, she was suffering. She hates sweating and she stayed inside as much as possible. Over the years, Hali was gotten a bit better with the heat, but she still hates being sweaty. 🥵
Currently Hali and Aymeric are awaiting their voyage to Tural, and because Hali has been informed that there are some warmer climes, she has planned accordingly, as she will initially be wearing the Night’s Blessed robes that were gifted to her by Runar. The top is lightweight fabric and the skirt is made from a breathable cotton, so she hopes that will be appropriate for traveling in Tural.
I believe that’s all I’ve got for now! Once again, thank you so much @mimble-sparklepudding for the well thought out ask!!! It’s always a pleasure to answer your questions my friend!! 🥰💖
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OC Questions on the Seven Forms of Love.
A little list of OC questions based on the seven types of love identified in Ancient Greek thought. Obviously this is a highly simplified presentation of some quite complex philosophical concepts from Classical History, intended more for the purposes of entertainment than education. I also left out Mania, which is arguably an eighth type of love (Obsessive), because I'm keeping it mostly positive in these tricky times!
Eros – Romantic, Passionate Love.
Is your OC romantic in the traditional sense? Do they enjoy giving or receiving gifts of flowers or confectionary? Or are there other courtship traditions from their culture of origin that are important to them?
How important is sex to them in a relationship? Do they see it as something essential to their happiness? Would they be able to remain in a monogamous relationship with someone they loved without sex?
How do they feel about public displays of romantic affection? Does it make them uncomfortable? How do they feel if a romantic partner kisses them in public?
Do they believe in love at first sight? Have they ever developed a crush or romantic (or erotic) fixation upon a stranger based on their appearance alone?
How closely is their opinion of their own beauty (or lack thereof) linked to their confidence? Do they see themselves as more or less worthy of love or sex based on how attractive they feel?
Philia – Affectionate, Platonic Love.
Does your OC have a Best Friend? If they do then how long have they known each other and how did they meet? If they don't then do they have a close group of friends they love equally? Or are they more of a loner?
Does your OC find it easy to make friends? Or are there barriers to them doing so? If so then are these due to issues of inclination, communication, or something else entirely?
What qualities does your OC most value in a friend? Loyalty? Shared sense of humour? Or something else?
Is your OC able to build close friendships with people very different from themselves? Perhaps in terms of culture, age or personality?
What is their most fervent wish for their best friend(s)? How far would they go to make it happen?
Storge – Unconditional, Familial Love.
Did your OC's parents love them unconditionally? If so then has this helped them feel confident as an adult? If not then how has this affected them? What were the conditions their family attached to their relationship?
Does your OC have children? If so then how fiercely do they love them? If they have more than one then do they love them all equally? If they do not have children then is this part of their future plans?
How far does parental approval (imagined or expressed) impact upon their current sense of self-worth? What might they sacrifice or attempt to achieve in order to ensure the approval of their parents?
Does your OC have any siblings? If so then did their parents have a favourite growing up? Has their relationship with their sibling changed in adulthood? If they don't have any siblings then do they perhaps feel they have missed out on an important relationship? Do they have any especially close friends who go some way towards filling that role?
Is your OC able to love without necessarily needing or expecting reciprocation or reward? Or are all their relationships to some extent transactional? Have they ever loved another person unconditionally, whether a child or another adult?
Agape – Selfless, Universal Love.
Does your OC wish to make the world a better place? How far do they see that as being their responsibility? What lengths would they go to in order to help achieve this?
Does your OC feel a spiritual connection to the world around them? Do they have a particular love for nature or living things?
To what extent does your OC believe in the value (or even existence) of true altruism? Do they see an unselfish concern for the welfare of others as being naïve or foolish? Or as a moral quality to which people should aspire?
Does your OC have a religious faith which emphasises the importance of a love for all people? If so then do they try to follow these teachings authentically? Or do they just pay lip-service to them? If not then do they follow a more martial or mercantile faith? Or none at all?
Does your OC find it easy to empathise with their enemies? Or do they see it as important to dehumanise them in order to combat them with sufficient determination?
Ludus – Playful, Flirtatious Love.
Does your OC have any particular favourite chat up lines? If not for themselves then perhaps ones they have suggested to a friend? How effective do these tend to be?
Is your OC particularly skilled at flirting? Have they had to practice this or does it just happen naturally?
How does your OC feel about one night stands? Have they ever enjoyed a night of passionate romance with a stranger? Is this something they are quite keen on recreationally? Or only something they might engage in under specific circumstances (such as the eve of a battle or after a difficult breakup)?
Who was your OC's first crush? How do they feel about it now?
What seduction techniques are most likely to be effective when it comes to your OC? Are there some things guaranteed to get them going? Or are they immune to such things?
Pragma – Committed, Long-Lasting Love.
Is your OC in a committed long-term relationship (or relationships)? If so then what has contributed to this relationship lasting so well? If they are not in such a relationship, then is this something that saddens them or which they regret?
What is the biggest challenge that your OC has had to overcome in a long-term relationship or friendship? What helped them get through this?
Are your OC's parents still together? To what degree do they look to their own parents as a model for their own ideal relationship?
After the initial fires of passion cool to some degree, what would keep your OC engaged in a relationship? Shared goals? Similar values? Or contented companionship?
What importance or value does your OC attach to marriage? Do they believe that it is important to make a public statement of commitment to another person (or persons)? Or are they more concerned about inheritance rights and security for their family? Or do they not see marriage as a necessary signifier of commitment and loyalty?
Philautia – Self Love.
Does your OC have a healthy sense of their own worth and value? Or do they see themselves as failing to live up to their original potential? Perhaps they are convinced of their own sinful or inadequate nature?
Does your OC believe that it is important to love themselves in the first instance? Perhaps in order to be able to give and receive love authentically? Or because they believe first and foremost in "looking after number one"?
Does your OC judge themselves by the same standards as they apply to others? Or are they sometimes hypocritical in condemning others for faults they also possess? Or perhaps they find it easier to forgive others for things that they cannot abide in themselves?
Which of your OC's qualities makes them the most proud? Do they think more people should be like them in this regard? Or do they quite like being rare in possessing it?
Has your OC always had the same opinion of themselves or has this changed over time? Have they learned to love themselves - perhaps with the help of others - as their journey progressed? Or have the consequences of their actions only served to erode their sense of self-worth?
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Do you have any other fairy ocs besides Lumin?
I also have Mimble who is Lumin’s mate. She is a fair summer fairy who was the only one determined enough to win Lumin’s affection. She sang and danced for him for days on end, and Lumin eventually found himself entranced by her display. Suffice it to say, he joined her soon enough, and their courting would become one of the longest ever performed on the Island.
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How much importance do you attach to humour when creating a character? Are there inevitably comic elements? Or are you more focused upon angst or drama?
wahh hi mimble thanks for the ask!!
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importance? none, really. especially in the creation of a character. from a narrative perspective, i tend to lean towards angst and romance - but comedy does often end up creeping in and filling the gaps between.
it's usually accidental, but i don't mind it - especially if it adds to the character.
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🔧 — engineering/mechanics
kasdflkdsksaalksjdf Aryaille has basically NO knowledge/interest in either. Her main exposure to mechanics is magitech, which she associates with the empire and war- so her feelings on it are less than positive
Its a bit different in the shared AU, where she picks up on some terms/basics from hanging out/working with Joda (@azure-dragonsinger ) Asking questions when she can figure out what to ask XD Also, getting to hear Joda and Myth (@mythandral ) discuss projects would shift her opinions to more positive
#thanks mimble!#so far she and Myth haven't really spent much time together? but they're very similar in a lot of ways and she has a lot of respect for him#ask answered#aryaille nox: about#au: many paths entwined
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🍷 to the restaurant
Hiiiiii, Mimble. Sorry this took so long to get to. :') I have a problem called, "I love my ship and want to spend a lot of time on them." I'm going to attempt to break myself out of that mentality because I actually have a LOT more asks that I said I would draw for.
The Wardrobe Meme
But yes, have a relatively well-dressed casual set of weirdos who are ready for a decent dinner date at the Bismarck.
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👩👧👧 = Does your muse have any siblings? Do they wish they had more/any?
coconeja is an only child - his parents wanted more kids, and he would have liked to have siblings but unfortunately it just wasn't meant to be (the pregnancy had complications, and after him his mom was done).
biological family grimness aside he's got plenty of sibling-esque relationships now to fill the void from his childhood so that's good!! alphinaud and alisaie are like an older brother and sister (even though they're younger than him lol) and he had anogg and konogg until, well, you know. ryne is very much like a sister to him also.
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Roses are red,
Silvaineaux favours blue dye,
There’s riding crops in his bedroom,
But I’m scared to ask why…
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Welts and roses are red,
Forget me nots are blue,
It's probably the same reason,
That the ropes are there too.
Thank you so much for this! It made me grin and I had to at least attempt to respond in kind.
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What inspires loyalty in your OC? Will they follow someone purely based upon duty or rank? Or are there certain qualities towards which they are drawn? Or perhaps there ways by which another person must prove themselves before earning their loyalty?
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ty for sending and for making such fun questions <:
ivy 2: what inspires loyalty in your OC? will they follow someone purely based upon duty or rank? or are there certain qualities towards which they are drawn? or perhaps there ways by which another person must prove themselves before earning their loyalty?
alia isn’t blindly loyal for duty sake, but if someone has more authority or experise in a situation, and - most importantly - if they have her respect, then she’ll defer to them. and as long as she can tell that a person is principled with well-intended motivations, they’ll have her respect and trust them enough to follow.
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Does Ki'to ever play matchmaker for his friends or family members? If so then how successful is he at this?
He never actively meddles in anyone's love life, but if they come to him for advice or suggestions, he's more than happy to help!
He's generally pretty successful at it too, and he's helped set up a few of his fellow clanmates with either other Miqo'te, or even some elezen from Coerthas & the Shroud.
Most notable of these is one of his close friends, Khe'a, one of the clan's resident tinkerers/craftsmen. After the events of Heavensward, being rather endeared to the skysteel manufactory, he brought Khe'a in to see if he might have a place there to work. Little did he realize he'd be setting his buddy up with a man of House Haillenarte as well. ;)
Did I make an OC for the sole purpose of shipping with Stephanivien? Yes, yes I did. I mean, look at him. Do you blame me? xD
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Autumn Symbolism OC Questions.
A little list of OC questions based on Autumn Symbolism in North West European Heraldry. Obviously many of these things have different symbolic meanings in different cultures and have had different associations at different points in history - this list is intended more for diversion than serious historical analysis.
Apples - Liberality, Felicity, Peace and Salvation.
What is your OC's happiest memory? Does remembering it still make them smile? Or is there a wistful melancholy when they recall it?
Is your OC open to new ideas and ways of doing things? Or do they treat such suggestions with great suspicion and prefer to stick to tried and tested approaches and values?
Does your OC find it easy to express themselves in words? Or do they sometimes struggle to find the appropriate word or phrase? Are they eloquent in one language, but less practiced in another?
Is your OC happiest when things are peaceful and harmonious? Or do they secretly (or not so secretly) relish more drama or excitement?
How far would your OC go to protect others from harm? Have they ever accepted injury or suffering in order to keep others safe? Would they do so again?
Acorns - Independence and Ambition.
Does your OC find it easy to make their own decisions and come up with their own plans? Or would they prefer to ask for advice or guidance from others? Perhaps they might even wish that another could take major decisions out of their hands sometimes?
How much freedom would your OC willingly give up for the sake of a relationship or family commitment? How much would they give up grudgingly?
What is your OC's greatest aspiration? Is there an ultimate outcome towards which they are constantly striving? Is this something they keep secret from those around them?
Does your OC believe power is best held by those with the will to seize it? Or are they deeply suspicious of those with grand ambitions to hold authority over others?
Does your OC enjoy teaching others and nurturing their skills to the point they are masters in their own right? Or would they prefer to hoard certain strategies or wisdom in order to guarantee their own pre-eminence?
Squirrels - Thrift, Caution and Conception.
Does your OC carefully consider all possible outcomes before embarking upon a course of action? Or are they more inclined to launch themselves head-first into whatever they decide is the best plan at the time?
Is your OC frugal with their money? Carefully budgeting and saving against unexpected eventualities? Or are they more likely to spend money when they have it and not worry about it until it runs out?
Is your OC someone to whom others come for advice or help with planning? Or would their companions or associates laugh at such a notion?
What does your OC most fear happening should their plans go awry or their intended aim be thwarted? Humiliation? Loss of status? Or something more dangerous still?
What is something that your OC would never spend money on for themselves, but would be delighted to receive as a gift from another?
Oak Leaves - Faith and Endurance.
Does your OC adhere to any particular religious faith? To what degree do they follow the tenets of that faith? Are they a believer in name only? Or are they zealous in their convictions?
Has your OC ever had their beliefs significantly challenged? Have they perhaps seen things that made them doubt their faith? Or encountered opposing arguments they found it hard to refute?
How does your OC cope with hardship? Are they stoic and uncomplaining? Or do they whine and grumble? Is their response to hardship an accurate indication of their actual character or degree of resilience?
Do others have faith in your OC? Is this due to their past accomplishments? Or are they just exceptionally charismatic and easily able to inspire belief in others?
What has been the most challenging obstacle or hazard your OC has needed to overcome? How did they manage this? Was it through grit and determination? Guile and cunning? Or simply dumb luck?
Hedgehogs - Thoughtfulness and Provision.
Is your OC prone to introspection and reflection? Or do they not have much of an inner life in that regard? Do they ever find themselves ruminating upon things they would sooner forget? Or do others despair of them ever learning from their mistakes?
Does your OC like to hoard items and treasures? Or do they prefer to have few possessions? How do they feel about those with a different approach to such things?
How good is your OC at remembering small details about other people, such as their favourite foods or their date of birth? Do they find it easier to remember details about people they find attractive or potentially useful?
Does your OC always ensure they have sufficient material supplies or food stores to last through lean or difficult times? Or are they more inclined to rely (or assume they can rely) upon the generosity of others should they run low on resources?
What gift or reward is your OC most proud of having bestowed upon another person? What makes them proud about it? The expense or rarity? The time or effort expended in obtaining it? Or how clever or insightful they were in deciding upon it?
Wheat Sheaves - Plenty and Commendable Hospitality.
Is your OC prone to excessive consumption? If so, then are they eager for food in general? Or are there specific treats upon which they are inclined to gorge themselves? Or are they more focused upon the consumption of drink, illicit substances or engagement in darker vices still?
Does your OC enjoy playing the perfect host or hostess? Are they skilled at courtesy and making guests feel welcome? Or do they suffer others in their personal space most unwillingly?
If your OC could ensure a limitless supply of one particular thing then what would that be? An endless fountain of wine? A bottomless sack of food to distribute amongst the masses? An infinite library of every book ever written? Or perhaps something even more esoteric?
What makes your OC feel most welcome when visiting somewhere for the first time? Do they have specific cultural beliefs about how guests should be treated? Have they ever travelled somewhere with different social practices? How did they respond to this?
How does your OC feel about striking disparities in wealth or access to essential resources? Do they feel such things should be distributed more (or even totally) equitably? Or are they disinclined to interfere with the current ordering of society? Do they believe in paternalism and charity as an effectives mean of sharing the wealth of the rich with those less fortunate? Or are they cynical about this approach?
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What do they commonly misinterpret because of their own upbringing / environment / biases? How do they respond when realizing the misunderstanding?
\When Phoebe was first forced to leave her village, the outside world was so foreign to her. She was raised in a setting where everyone living in and around the village depended on one another to live. Every person had a role to fulfill, and while some (including Phoebe herself) did not enjoy this, it was necessary to thrive.
Outside of the forest, people avoided one another. They were independent units that were more often suspicious of the people around them. She was often met with cold glares or people shaking off her pleas for help. Her naivety left her puzzled, why would no one help her?
Once she had integrated herself into her assassin's league, she quickly learned why suspicion and mistrust were the status quo of the everyday Rabanastre citizen. Over time she became bitter and jaded, placing little to no trust in anyone. Betrayal was too big of a risk, and anyone could be waiting to deceive her to get something they wanted.
@mimble-sparklepudding thank you for sending in an ask!!! I was actually so glad to see your handle pop up in my mailbox!! Hope you are doing well!!! ^.^
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How important is it to you that your OC is attractive? Does that mean attractive to you personally (sexually or just for purposes of playing dress-up!)? Or do you aim to make an OC over which others will inevitably thirst?
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it's... kind of important? not wholly intentional, but i struggle to make OCs i don't personally find at least a little attractive. they're my characters, y'know? i'm gonna be staring at them a lot, so, i'd prefer they're nice for me to look at.
that isn't to say that all the characters i make are My Type™, per se. nira'sae is a prime example - they're literally my main, but i am... not remotely into them. not like that lol
i don't particularly care whether or not others find them attractive, but it's always a little rewarding when they do, heheh.
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If your OC is in a relationship then what do they suspect they do that most annoys their partner? Are they correct in this belief? If they are single then what do they worry might annoy a prospective partner?
Helvi has always been low-key worried her renown and duties, and lack of time might be a little too much for her partner to bear. Being a Hero Who Saves All Nations means she's often needed in every corner of the world and being God's Favourite Plaything means she goes where they cannot follow (remember how Haurchefant had to be restrained when she went off to fight Shiva?), and her exploits seem too grand to be real and may overwhelm everyone who hears about them, and, and...
Is she correct, though? Her previous boyfriend, despite all his concerns, was her most enthusiastic cheerleader and in his eyes, everything she did was SPLENDID - but what would he say if he witnessed her being called to other worlds to face even more unimaginable dangers? She'll never know. And her current boyfriend is too much of a "cat who walked by himself" to call her out on her frequent absence, and understanding enough to listen to her vent out, and also clever enough to spirit her away every now and then, and steal a few sweet moments only for themselves.
Perhaps in the end it is she who's the most annoyed with herself.
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Practicing their faith (or lack thereof)
"Are you there? Are you watching? How does it feel that a child of yours is loved more by the star she resides than the moon she is said to be born from? How does it feel that a different Goddess of the Moon has proclaimed her unconditional love for that which we've been led to believe you do?"
"Dusk Mother, Dusk Mother. Scales of blackest night, shepherd of the stars... how does it feel in the perpetual dark of the shade of the moon?"
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Does your OC believe they can assess someone's character upon first meeting them? Or are they inclined to give everyone the benefit of the doubt until they get to know them better? Or even to assume the absolute worst of people until it is conclusively proved that they are not an enemy?
Ehryu is a good judge of character and she knows it. It's definitely something she's honed over the course of the MSQ, going from having a vague inkling of bad vibes that she ignored with Ilberd, to being confident straight off the bat that Asahi couldn't be trusted, to quickly clocking Hermes' mental/emotional state pretty darn accurately.
She does reluctantly try to give people the benefit of the doubt even if she initially mistrusts them. Conversely, when she has a good gut feeling about someone, she doesn't really stop to consider that it might be wrong lol.
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