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shadowbringers

beneath the stars It's been a week since our newest expansion officially launched! And, I know, I know... some of you already have a lot of feelings that you need to air out. But canon updating in your games is a struggle! And so is finding PSL partners! Luckily, that's what we're here for. This is a post for you to play out all the Shadowbringers-related content you might be dying to write. Behind-the-scenes nonsense? Between-the-scenes angst? It's all welcome here! 1. Toplevel your character. Include any details you might think are relevant. Or don't. As always, we're not the cops. 2. Reply to other people's top levels! 3. Have fun! ⚔ Please clearly mark all spoilers in your thread subject lines. Clearly indicate whatever spoiler preferences you may have. We're only a week into the expansion, officially, and there's no shame if you're not far in it or haven't started it yet. ⚔ You are welcome to play characters who are new to Shadowbringers. However, please try to avoid topleveling with icons and descriptions that convey major plot-related spoilers. If you aren't certain about a character's playability, feel free to PM parser.

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[kesi]

[With night returned to Rak'tika, it was indeed quite a struggle for anyone to find their way without a torch or lantern. The sole reasons Takame could fair so well were his previous time spent on the hunt for the region's Lightwarden and his keen eyes thanks to the Echo.

An odd sense of longing caused him to revisit the First, the Crystarium where he happened upon the Elezen -- or, Elf so long as he resided here. He wished to speak with the Exarch as well as check on the other Scions, but he saw no reason to deny someone out of an Escort. The esteemed Warrior of Light's -- of Darkness's -- work of protection was never done. Especially with lingering sin eaters about and a man who clearly did not have the look of a fighter and seemed to like complaining.]

It is. Scouts of the Night's Blessed are posted in specific locations towards the city. We will stop there so that you may make your preparations.

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[lilblackraven]

[ Raeventiel is definitely not a fighter. While he happens to know a few magical spells from his heydays with the Mage Guild in Ul'dah, Raeventiel isn't a warrior. He does his best to stay out of fights, especially now in his elderly years. While he certainly doesn't look it nor acts it, Raeventiel is much older than he seems. Too old to be rummaging the free world in search of exciting artifacts but he's quite stubborn. ]

That sounds like a blessed idea. [ He answers as he rolls up the map. ] I know for certain that I won't last much longer out here with such dismal provisions. I need to rest and retrace my steps later.

[ He smiles over at the man before insisting for him to take the lead. ]

Takame, wasn't it? I must thank you for your assistance. You've quite patient with me.

[kesi]

[Take the lead he will with the stoic nod he was well known for and a subtle hand gesture signaling the way to go. Takame had no issue escorting others, he was well aware that not everyone was a fighter. He respected those who found their lot in life with something other than where the next battle would be. Would that he had such a talent.

For all Raeventiel's griping, Takame was interested in Scholars like him. They always had so much to share.]

You needn't thank me. I am not unfamiliar with being an escort. [He was quiet as they walked along, it took him a moment to make any other comment.] Stepping foot into the Greatwood without one is all but a death sentence.

[lilblackraven]

[Takame's comment wins a humorless chuckle.]

Death has brushed past me many times but it never lingers. [He states with an odd hint of remorse.] There's still much I must do before Death finally claims me. If anything, my journey would be delayed heavily if it wasn't for your assistance.

[He peeks over at Takame with a grin. There's a spark of joy in his gaze but the reason for it is unknown. Raeventiel is and oddity. Pretty face, sometimes fussy but mostly pleasant, agreeable to a fault but all of those traits are woefully superficial at best. The Scions don't know of him well and either does the Students of Baldesion. He just seems to exist. It's almost as if Raeventiel exists outside of the expectations of all with a motive so unclear to might was well be murky as seawater. Still, he's pleasant. Pleasant enough to strike up idle chatter.]

If you so may humor me, what is life like for the Warrior of Light? I'm curious to know how you view the world from Hydaelyn's gaze.

[kesi]

Hm. [He'll not go any further with that. A fighter he may not come off as, Raeventiel is experienced otherwise to be sure. It was only natural, especially given the circumstances of Eorzea, that he'd had brushes with death. And Takame would remain alert to keep death away.

He too would be another face in the realms had he not been the Warrior of Light. Warrior of Darkness. Said titles are what caused him to fall silent in lieu of an immediate answer. Only recently did he even begin to consider what being the Hero across Shards meant. It felt as though they'd made half the trip before he spoke again.]

Active. [Said in a hushed tone, almost hesitant.] ... But I know no other life.