#Ardbert august

[artctrlcee]

Day 6 - 𝐑𝐚𝐢𝐧

𝐵𝑢𝑡 𝑖𝑛 𝑡ℎ𝑒 𝑒𝑛𝑑 𝐴𝑟𝑑𝑏𝑒𝑟𝑡 𝑐ℎ𝑜𝑠𝑒 𝑚𝑒𝑟𝑐𝑦, ℎ𝑒 𝑐ℎ𝑜𝑠𝑒 𝑙𝑜𝑣𝑒 𝑎𝑛𝑑 𝐼 𝑤𝑎𝑠 𝑢𝑛𝑑𝑜𝑛𝑒

Ardbert Week 2023 [01 - Sight] - [02 - Smell] - [03 - Taste] - [04- Hearing] - [05 - Touch] [06 - Rain] - [07 - Tomorrow]

[toomanywols]

#ArdbertWeek Day 1: SIGHT

Of all the sights he's seen in his time, the one Ardbert is least likely to ever tire of is the sight of his beloved's smile.

[sakurabunnie]

Ardbert Week Day 1 - Sight

Menphina's Will

The soft glowing lights of ishgard had become an all too familiar sight to Maxwell lately. Standing on the cliffside overlooking the city he stood in silence, watching as they flickered. Ever since the vault he seemed drawn to this spot over and over against his will. Though where once the sight filled him with warmth, now all he can feel is empty and cold as the spot next to him and Ishgard's icy wind blowing through his hair.

Maxwell shivered and hugged himself. Though he bought himself a overcoat in Idyllshire the winds of Coerthas still seemed to find a way to cut through the cloth. Lost in his thoughts he didn't notice the sounds of footsteps cautiously approaching.

"……exactly what you're going through right now, but it's not worth it friend."

A man's voice startled Maxwell out of musings and as what was said began to register in Maxwell's mind he was overcome with confusion.

"Wait, what?" Maxwell asked as he suddenly turned to face the man and his heel slipped on the snow. Maxwell's heart leapt into his throat as his world began to tilt as he lost his footing on the cliff's edge. A hand shot out and grabbed his arm roughly pulling into a warm chest. The weight of them both sent them crashing into the snow safely away from the edge.

Maxwell placed a hand on the man's chest and pushed himself up coming face to face with the man and the bluest eyes he's ever seen.

"Are you alright?" The man asked as his grip loosened on Maxwell's arm, but not completely letting go as they sat up.

"I think so." Maxwell replied as he checked if all his gear was in place.

"That's good.Try not to take any trips off the cliff in the near future okay." The man said as he helped Maxwell to his feet.

Maxwell gave him a bemused look. "I had no such plans to begin with."

"You didn't?" The man seemed surprised.

"No? Did you think I did?" Maxwell asked completely bewildered.

The man rubbed his head in embarrassment. "As I approached I saw the fresh flowers and broken shield on the monument and when I saw you standing on the edge of the cliff I guess I came to the wrong type of conclusion."

Maxwell's expression grew amused. The other man's sheepishness was too cute.

"Well, regardless of the reason, it's a good thing you were here considering I slipped anyway. My name is Maxwell, might I know my brave hero's name?" Maxwell grinned.

After a moment's pause the man smiled back and crossed his arms. "I go by Arbert. Just what were you doing out here exactly?" He questioned.

He watched as sadness flitted across his face and his smile turned melancholy. His heart gave a painful twinge and he felt like kicking himself. As Maxwell walked over to the monument to brush the light snow that had gathered on top hefollowed him, stopping a short ways away to give the man space.

"He and I used to come out here together. The view on the cliff overlooking the city was his favorite spot." Maxwell replied as tiny fond smile crossed his face.

Ardbert watched Maxwell's expression closely before his eyes fell to the inscription on the monument. Haurchefant Greystone. "Might I ask who he was to you?"

Maxwell's smile grew a bit. Of course, he thought. He would shout it to the whole world if he could. It's no less than his lover deserved.

"He was a loyal knight of Isghard. To me though he was a dear friend and lover." His eyes followed Arbert's to the broken shield resting on the monument.

"He said a knight lived to serve and he believed it with all his heart. So much so he died a hero. Sacrificing himself for the Warrior of Light." Maxwell could barely finish as his throat tightened as a fresh wave of greif washed over him.

Arbert's eyes hardened as the other man choked up. He gave the man's shoulder a sympathetic squeeze. Another poor soul that had been wronged by a Warrior of Light. Was there no end to it all.

"It would seem this world has had its fill of heros." He bit out.

Maxwell looked at the other man in surprise. Usually when he mentions how Haurchefant died he simply hears words of praise no matter how much it sickens him. This man though seems almost…angry on his behalf. Maxwell studied the man's face trying to glean what was going through the man's mind. Perhaps he lost people too and knows Maxwell's pain.

He was snapped out of his study of the other man when Arbert turned to look at him with a small smile.

"Thank you for telling me about him. I know it probably wasn't easy to talk about. Anyways you should probably head back to where you came from since it seems the weather is turning poor. It was nice meeting you Maxwell." Arbert gave Maxwell a small wave as he turned to leave.

Maxwell felt his heart caught in a vice as Arbert began to walk away. He had the strangest urge to run after the man and make him stay. The sudden feeling of the loss of the other man's prescense was almost visceral.

"Are you going to be around? If so next time we meet I'll buy you a drink!" Maxwell called after him. As the man turned back, the squeezing grip on his heart lessened.

"Aye, I'll be around for the foreseeable future. If we meet up again I'll be sure to take you up on your offer." The man called back with a grin and a wave before heading out of Maxwell's sight.

Maxwell let out a long sigh and ruffled his hair. He had no idea what had come over him, but it was time to head back to Camp Dragonhead before the others worry. As he passed the Lovers stone a small rabbit ran across his path. As he turned to glance at where it was going he had to look twice. He could have sworn the Lover's stone was glowing for a moment. Maxwelll shook his head with a smile, and continued on. Must have just been the light reflecting off of ice.

[birchsyrup]

Progress on my lil simp drawing for Ardbert August

[alackofghosts]

a taste of summer

[tinytveit]

shadowbringers -

her eyes had opened to purple leaves softly fluttering to the ground, unbeknownst to them that which plagued their world so. she laments sometimes, for the woman that had awoken to that bright sky, so unaware of what her time in the first would do to her, take from her. but oft she has to remind herself of what it had given her. a friend she had thought lost to eternal slumber, the answers to questions long left unknown - of origins and the time before. ardbert.

and yet when she had overcome the light tearing through her body, threatening to turn her into a monster - there was a moment. after ardbert had lent her his axe, just a moment. a millisecond in between all the noise where there was another, lingering on the edge of their being. her.

[ageha-sds]

a couple months ago in august, i helped out with Tiffany Lockheart in making companion images for her Ardbert Week on twitter. i was looking to do it for all the days but i was actively stopped actually from two more - nonetheless i wanted to compile for tumblr what all i worked on! these were all made in the span of the week that Ardbert Week was going on.

[cinnabun-faerie]

Inbox WIPs {2024}

A/N: I have so many asks/requests and so I decided to finally make a post to keep track of everything. All inbox stuff will be added here for the rest of the year. I'll be keeping track of everything.

To start out, I'll be posting 8 Inbox/Asks A month. If I can't manage 8, I'll lower it to five in the coming months. They will not be coming out all at once, but two will come out per week.

There are still a handful not on this list, but that doesn't mean I won't do them. They might become bonus content at later dates.

January

1. Poly G'raha Tia/WoL/Thancred : WoL with a chaotic/impulsive side

2. Dad vs Dad : Edmont & Cid wanting to be the one to walk you down the aisle

3. Reaction to WoL’s ability to turn into the phoenix mount [Part 1] (Ardbert, Fourchenault, Vrtra, Zero)

4. Thancred with a WoL that is like a younger sister to him

5. Zenos Reacting to the WoL turning into a giant snake

February

None

March

1. Scions react to hearing a Bard WoL playing their harp and singing for the first time

2. Artoirel x Reader: Who would say “I love you” first?

3. Aymeric x Reader: Who would say “I love you” first?

4. Edmont or Reader: Who would say “I love you” first?

5. Emmanellain x Reader: Who would say “I love you” first?

6. Estinien x Reader: Who would say “I love you” first?

7. Haurchefant x Reader: Who would say “I love you” first?

April

1. Reaper WoL learns their voidsent partner is Haurchefant

2. Estinien reacting to WoL distancing themselves

3. FFXIV Obey Me Static - Side Characters

4. Scions Reaction: WoL’s turning into a phoenix [Part 2]

5.Dancer! WoL surprising them with a song

6. Vrtra's reaction to lots of kisses

7. WoL falling asleep to their heartbeat

8. Salt circle with Barb and Dia (other side characters)

Bonus:

Vrtra/Varshahn fluffy headcanons

May

1. Scions using a Lalafell! WoL like an emotional support plush

2. Scions + Emet-Selch with an extremely huggy WoL

3. S/O that loves slapping their ass & running away (Reaction)

4. Non-Scions react to the WoL’s near death in Ultima Thule

5. WoL who likes to dress in skimpy clothes for comfort and ease of movement

6. WoL who likes to dress in skimpy clothes for comfort and ease of movement

7. WoL turning into a literal dragon on the battlefield to protect their friends

8. WoL wearing their clothes

June

1. Elezens with a Viera! partner that has rabbit traits

2. OM boys with the sexy car wash troupe

3. Elezens with an affectionate Viera partner

4. Aymeric meeting WoL's parents

5. Scions discovering the WoL after being teleported without clothes on in the beginning of the game

6. Elezen husbands reacting to their partners self deprecating humor to cope with their bad self esteem

7. Obey Me Brothers with a touch starved MC

8. Obey Me Brothers & MC with matching outfits (accident)

July

1. Scions' reactions to the WoL using Fantasia for the first time

2. Scions + Aymeric with a platonically touchy WoL

3. Seeing reaper WoL use enshroud for the first time

4. Discovering the WoL being a Dark Knight and using darkness regardless of knowing what happens to those who it

5. WoL getting their clothes soaked and starts changing in front of them

6. Fourchenault x WoL x Ameliance (+their relationship behind the twins’ backs)

7. Your child calls them "Papa" (Estinien)

8. Obey Me Brothers with a Colorblind MC

August

1. Fluffy Pregnancy Headcanons

2. Scions reacting to a marriage proposal

3. Scions react to being struck by Zenos! WoL

4. WoL's confronting Lahabrea after they and Thancred run into him while on a mission (Post-Thancred corruption)

5. "I hate that I don't hate you." - Emet-Selch + WoL

6. Scions reacting to Dragoon! WoL losing themselves to the dragon within

7. WoL who doesn't want children

8. Fourchenault & Ameliance reacting to Older Leveilleur Sibling! WoL almost dying

September

1. WoL comes back from a dangerous mission or quest and is badly injured to the point they are unconscious for a few days

2. WoL swooping them off their feet bridal style just to move them out of the way of what would have been a lethal strike

3. Scions react to Reader kissing them and running away

4. WoL s/o losing control of their reaper form and starts to attack them

5. Characters being called "mum/dad" by their child

6. Scions reaction to WoL dating one of the Twelve

7. WoL flopping onto them after a hard and stressful day

8. Fortemps men finding out the WoL was brought up in the art of war from a young age

October

1. WoL S/O being a vampire/werewolf but is self conscious

2, Pining over a WoL who is in love with someone else

3. Coming home after a long day to their S/O making sweets in the kitchen

4. Orca Whales being a bigger craze than sharks in Elpis

5. Nagito cuddling & big spooning a short reader

November

1. Spicy G'raha Tia

2. Scions (+ G'raha) with a WoL who has Thalassophobia and has a hard time but pushes forward

3. Gundham with an ultimate Witch s/o

4. Alisaie's reaction to the WoL teleporting back to the ship at the end of Endwalker

5. WoL S/O introducing them to their adopted kids

December

1. [Reaction] WoL giving away gifts to children in a Santa Suit

2. WoL Dating Emmanellain

3. Urianger/WoL/G'raha

4. Hien HCs

5. Obey Me x Charmed? MC being either a Whitelighter or a child/relation of the Halliwell family.

[lupisdarkmoon]

The Nature Art Party: The Tempest is here!

On August 25th at 8:00 PM EST, join me at the Ondo Cups, Balmung, for nature class and wildlife sketching!

I've never advertised my art parties on Tumblr before, so to give a rundown:

Nature Walks are art parties where we slowly tour a zone, taking 20-30 minute stops at various creatures to sketch the wildlife and scenery while I give in-character nature lessons on Ardbert.

Notably, these art parties are for drawing nature, not other players!

Any sort of participation is welcome, be it RP, drawing, screenshots, asking questions during question time, or just hanging out and enjoying the chill vibes! These parties are meant to be low-stress and low-pressure, with no need to socialize beyond your comfort. I'll be talking the entire time, so you can sit back and relax!

Flying will NOT be required, but story progression in the Tempest will be.

Reblogs and spreading via word of mouth appreciated!

[thereeness]

Au Ra August Day 10 - Minion

The First had a lot of emotional impact on Mara, but one of the good things that came from it was meeting Seto. It broke her heart when Seto spoke of his dear friend and how he never believed Ardbert capable of evil. She was moved to adopt an amaro of her own and took this little guy back to the Source with her.

[shinigxmicrew-ffxiv]

   Pictures....with the picture! A picture between Astin and J’bhen Tia! (Good lord, Rhela is so tiny between them...and somehow J’bhen is the taller of the three of them?! ASTIN IS SUCH A SMALL HYUR!!!!)

   Afterwards, Rhela takes a moment to take out their newest minion.... Ardbert! He’s not someone they’ve met (yet) before, but he does seem really cute! If a bit....stoic? Something very tough and reserved.....and oddly...familiar, somehow.

   Oh well. Thoughts for later.

[artctrlcee]

Day 7 - 𝐓𝐨𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐫𝐨𝐰

𝑆𝑜, 𝑙𝑒𝑡 𝑢𝑠 𝑏𝑒 𝑎𝑏𝑜𝑢𝑡 𝑖𝑡, ℎ𝑒𝑟𝑜.

Ardbert Week 2023 [01 - Sight] - [02 - Smell] - [03 - Taste] - [04- Hearing] - [05 - Touch] [06 - Rain] - [07 - Tomorrow]

[sakurabunnie]

Ardbert Week Day 3 - Taste

Clandestined Meetings

As Ardbert entered the tavern a chorus of "I shouldn't be doing this" rang through his head. He knew that they had no time, he knew his friends were waiting on him…counting on him. After everything they had sacrificed he owed it to them to fulfill their mission and save what was left of their world. He could justify it to them and himself that he was just gathering info from the locals, but…. in truth, just one night- just for one night he wanted to forget everything. To pretend to be someone he was long ago before the weight of being a Warrior of Light fell on his shoulders. Tonight, he was just Arbert…another adventurer among many.

He gestured to the barkeep for a drink and took his place at a small table a little out of the way. He didn't want to be too obvious about his actions, the last thing he needed was to draw attention to himself. Though it seemed like fate had other things in store for him tonight.

"Well, this is a pleasant surprise! Come here often?" A familiar voice rang out. Ardbert looked up in surprise as familiar young man with gleaming eyes and smile walked over to him.

Maxwell.

He never expected to meet the other man again after leaving him at the cliff side. He tries to smother the sudden inexplicable pleasure at seeing the other man again. He knows nothing could come of...this.

Oblivious to his internal reservations Maxwell made himself at home by his side and leaned against the table, beaming up at him with a grin as he waved the barkeep over.

"Shall I make good on my offer and buy you a drink?" Maxwell asked with a wink.

Ardbert knew he shouldn't indulge the other man, that he should send him away...but his eyes and smile were inviting and there was just something about the man that draws him to him and makes it hard to say no. He can't quite put his finger on it, but it was like a magnetic pull.

Ardbert smirked. "Aye, I think I just might." Maxwell beamed at him and Ardbert couldn't help, but smile back and tried to ignore the flutter in his stomach. The other man's smile was contagious. As the barkeep brought their drinks Ardbert toasted their cups and took a sip. A spicy flavor flowed over his tongue and though it wasn't the best drink he ever had, the taste was good and it warmed his blood. How he was able to still do things like taste and smell he had no idea and tried hard not to think about that Ascian or how he managed this. For now, he was just an adventurer having pleasing drinks with far more pleasing company.

The two when made small talk, discovering they were both adventurers and their favorite methods of fighting. Ardbert with his skills of a Warrior and Maxwell with his expertise in magicks. He was never quite good with magic himself so he was fascinated to hear Maxwell explain it all. He explained it all far more easily to him than Nyelbert. Over time one drink became two and though neither of them were truly drunk their was a pleasant buzz. The lights had lowered over time increasing the golden glow on the table lamp.

As they traded stories of some of their jobs Ardbert laughed for the first time in far longer than he could remember and as Maxwell smiled at the sound Ardbert felt his gaze drawn to those lips. It was then he noticed how close they had drifted to each over over the course of the evening with their sides nearly brushing. He took a sip of his drink to try to get rid of the lump in his throat, but his mind betrayed him and he couldn't help but wonder if those lips tasted as sweet as they looked.

"I've had a great time with you tonight. Seems a shame to end it so soon considering there's no telling when we'll be able to meet up again." Maxwell said as he leaned closer to Ardbert. Ardbert swallowed again and when he replied his voice was had lowered.

"It certainly would be a shame." He replied as his eyes trailed up to Maxwell's gaze and was met with eyes like molten silver.

"Why don't we move to someone more private then?" He suggested.

Ardbert felt Maxwell's hand brush up his arm. The touch light and teasing. He felt like his blood was on fire that had very little to do with the drinks.

"Aye, that sounds like a perfect idea." Ardbert said as the two men paid for their drink and then a room. The two men hardly made it through the door when he finally captured the lips that had been plaguing him the entire evening.

He was right. They were far sweeter than they looked.

[aspectedstar]

[Info updated as of Patch 5.55]

Name: Listelle Viyrel

Unsundered Name: Ephine

Gender: Female

Age: 21 in ARR, 26 in EW

Race: Raen Au Ra

Relationship: Official with an untempered Elidibus, but still lowkey that not a lot of people know of their status.

Family: Biological family is unknown. Her adoptive Miqo'te parents she keeps in contact with. The Scions of the Seventh Dawn and Elidibus are her main sources of 'support' these days.

Orientation: Bisexual / Demisexual

Nameday: 16th Sun of the 4th Umbral Moon [August 16th]

Abilities/Talents: Archery, Botany, Cooking, Able to speak multiple languages [thanks Echo], Healing, Reading.

Job: Former conjurer turned White Mage; Archer/Bard; Adventurer; A Scion of the Seventh Dawn; Botanist whenever help is needed.

Appearance description: A pale-skinned Raen Au Ra that stands at 4 fulms and 9 ilms. Listelle has dark blue, shoulder-length hair with bangs that naturally curls at the ends. Black highlights are added into the mix and always reapplied whenever they start to fade. Sometimes, puts up her hair in high side-ponytail that has a braid embedded around the back of her head. Has side bangs that hang from her face with this hairstyle as well. She has heterochromia eyes with her left being a pale blue, while her right is a bright purple. Listelle is slightly muscular, but also petite. Her body has vanilla scales peppering her body here and there. Mostly can be seen on her face; Her horns a slightly curled, but go backwards only a bit from her face. The tail she has a few spikes here and there, but it's thin. Mostly spiking at the end of it. Usually wearing a pair of reading glasses, because her eyesight isn't 100%.

Unique features (scars, tattoos, etc.): Multiple scars across her body from battles over the years. The biggest one was from the first meeting with Zenos, where he ended up nailing her in the abdomen badly. The scar is a jagged line in sideways line that covers a good portion of her middle to lower back. Listelle is very self-conscious about this particular one; Doesn't like wearing gear that shows off that part of her body.

Personal Beliefs (religious or otherwise): Fully believed in the Mothercrystal and the Twelve, but has changed since the events of SB into ShB. Mostly because of what Elidibus and Emet-Selch had told her. Still believes in a sense of one's wrongdoing will bite them in the ass later in life.

Residence: Medium house plot on the beach in Shirogane, Hingashi. Amaurot on the First.

Birthplace: Somewhere in the Black Shroud.

Dreams: When the world is done being saved, which is almost never; Wanting to have a peaceful life with Elidibus as much as possible; Hoping that one day more White Mages can be sanctioned by the Padaji; Maybe one day have children, but that's not as important.

Fears: Dying when the world needs her the most; Seeing close friends and family die in front of her again and again; Injured to the point she can't fulfill her duties as Warrior of Light; Losing any of her senses.

Introverted / Extroverted / Ambiverted (bold what applies)

How do they handle stress?: When in front of people, she tries her best not to show she's bothered. There are ways for others to know she's about to hit her limit. Listelle is known to pace around a room, fidget with her hands, and get teary-eyed, but the latter is hard to see. Only ways she can combat it is behind closed doors, or out in the wilderness when no one is around. Going out into nature to find plants or hit trees with her axe is one way. Another way is to basically beat her frustrations out in cooking or baking foodstuffs. Resting under trees when only one can hear naturalistic sounds.

What’s the state of their living quarters? (messy, clean, etc.): That depends. Usually, it's a disorganized mess. Much to Elidibus's dismay, she can usually find things easier than him. If he ever tried to clean her home, she'd yell at him on not being able to find anything. It's not completely trashed, but enough to know someone lives here. As the Warrior of Light, she doesn't get enough time to do homely chores. So, it's mostly left go for weeks at a time.

How do they handle meeting new people?: Listelle usually is kind and friendly to people she meets. Though, it depends overall on the new person (or group)'s attitude, body language, voice tone, and facial expressions. If they come off rude and negative, she is more reluctant to be as nice back. However, since she is not the diplomatic person, she usually leaves all the table-talking to her fellow Scions. Will chime in with a few words, if asked. It all depends on the situation and people involved.

When facing certain doom, what’s their outlook?: It's...questionable. Try to keep a stoic facade, but inside she would be screaming. Or, she'd probably look at like this: Why not going out with a huge bang of glory, and take her foe(s) with her? As a healer, she understands death, but is afraid to die at the wrong time. Regardless, she will tackle it the best she can.

What do they do to relax?: Reading any books she has in her shelves. Have Elidibus tell her stories of the world before it was Sundered. Cooking and baking when she has the time. Gardening, when she has time, yet again. Sitting under trees listening to nature. Go to the beach when no one is around. Stargazing with Elidibus at night.

What’s their favorite outfit?: Her 'civilian' clothes with the Azem constellation crystal as a necklace pictured blow.

Traumas: It's been several over the last few years of becoming the Warrior of Light. From being a healer, she has had a hard time accepting she can't save everyone. The loss of Haurchefant hit her physically hard. He saw Listelle as herself, not just the 'hero' or a weapon to be used by the city-states. Still goes to visit his grave in Coerthas when she can. Seeing the turmoil Garlemald had done to Ala Mhigo and Doma's regions. Zenos yae Galvus, because he reminds her of herself at certain times. How they can relate, as much as the Raen wishes not to admit it. The entire events of Shadowbringers with fighting for another world to holding in the light corruption. Her aether is still a mess, even after Ardbert had joined his soul with hers. Ending Emet-Selch's life, even when she understood his plight and ideals. Having to fight and kill Elidibus; The ONE PERSON that understood and had true affection for her. Yet, he was tempered by Zodiark, so they were forced into battle. It still haunts her to this day that she may lose Elidibus forever.

About them as of current story patch: As of Patch 5.5, Listelle is struggling on what to make of seeing that being surrounded in light. Being told the Final Days is coming--which is no doubt with Fandaniel and Zenos--and the entire world is on her shoulders. This is stressing her out to no end, even with Elidibus trying to keep her calm. He is her main anchor to keep her grounded currently. With the possibility of going to Sharlayan, she is not happy. Possibly having to keep the untempered Ascian unseen, depending. For now, she is stressed and pacing about what to do.

History: Listelle was found outside the doors of a Miqo'te couple living in the Black Shroud. Only a single note saying: "I cannot care for her; I'm possibly dead by the time you read this. Her name is Listelle; Please raise her well". The baby was an Au Ra Raen female, but they had no idea if there was such a family nearby. Living mostly in an isolated area, they didn't get many visitors. Just some adventurers, botanists, conjurers, or miners that came through the area. Despite this, they willingly took the baby in. They had issues trying to concieve their own child, so Listelle would fill the void. The void of trying to have a child, which they had now.

The Raen would come to know her parents as Sizha Vebei, her mother, and Rehzih'li Vebei, her father. They lived in a small cabin in the Southern part of the Shroud. Away from settlements like Camp Tranquil and Quarrymill, they kept to themselves for the most part. They raised their adoptive child as good as any adoptive parents could. With the times that Rehzih'li would go to Gridania for work and supplies, he would ask around about Listelle's family. He usually came up empty handed as per usual. This went on for years, until the Seventh Umbral Calamity hit Eorzea.

Listelle was 16 summers old when Bahamut broke free of Dalamud to reign terror from the heavens. The Black Shroud went up in flames in several areas. Thankfully, herself and her parents survived, but lost their home to the flames. The family was devastated, but then they decided to move on to a battered up Gridania as other refugees. They would have to make a new life within the city-state.

To the five years leading up to ARR, Listelle practiced conjury within the Stillglade Fane. Her parents had taken up other odd jobs to support themselves and their daughter, so Listelle had decided to do the same. With people becoming adventurers, the Raen decided to do the same. With her aetherpool higher than most, she fit right in with the Conjurers' Guild. Even with weird looks, the Au Ra flourished under their guidance and care. She would learn how to properly harness healing magics, as well as learn to borrow from the very Elementals of the Twelveswood.

Eventually, Listelle would become more involved with restoration efforts to help Gridania. Only her efforts would soon become widespread. Widespread enough for a certain organization to recruit her to their cause..

Feelings towards others: (add or remove as relevant)

- Elidibus – Her official partner, who she had a rocky relationship for years. However, it changed much after his defeat by her hand on top of the Crystal Tower in the First. She loves the Ascian dearly and would do anything for him. He had been there as well for her during some stressful times, despite him being under Zodiark's influence. They confide in each other constantly, and is a major support pillar for Listelle.

- Emet-Selch [Hades] – Despite their brief interactions, Listelle came to understand more about the Ascians. Even if it was a hard pill to swallow, the brief details Elidibus mentioned to her started to make sense. Like pieces to the puzzle was finally coming together. She would indulge and ask him a lot of the Ascians' history, the Old World, and the like. As much as her comrades didn't like their Warrior of Light conversating with their worst enemy, she ignored them...sometimes. She was upset to end his life when they couldn't come to some sort of understanding. She still has sobbing fits over Hades' demises, because of the fact of the Azem constellation crystal she has. It was even hinted that he knew of something going on between her and the Emissary at the time. Listelle always denied it, but there was a twinkle in those golden eyes that he knew of something.

- Feo Ul - As much as Listelle appreciates them, she can't deal with their sudden mood swings. The Fae being the Fae, she can't understand the times she gets yelled at for not summoning them. Being called cruel and heartless by Feo Ul made her uneasy around the pixie. Just over the course of the Shadowbringers, she saw the good in the King of Faeries. They became the next Titania, yet, they still treated Listelle as their most precious mortal. After all, they WERE connected by a pact! Feo Ul was another pillar during her struggle to contain the light corruption within her. The constant affection and support helped keep the heroine to move forward.

- Alphinaud – Meeting him the first time made her want to rethink her choices. However, with his constant presence helping her with 'official talks', she has been grateful for him. He has come a long way and has grown. Listelle hates meetings, and groans anytime Alphinaud tells her she has to go. Because she is the hero, she has to go, despite her wild protests.

- Alisaie – It took a bit for them to grow on one another. Alisaie understands when Listelle has her moments. Moments she wants to hide, but also treats the Raen like an actual person. Not just the hero, not just the Warrior of Light. Listelle finds herself getting teased when Alisaie fawns over her, depending if she's down or upset about something. Mostly by Y'shtola though.

- Y'shtola – Their relationship is...weird at best. Y'shtola and herself have their moments when they get into arguments. However, she knows the Miqo'te woman wants the best for her. During the events of Shadowbringers, she was worried over Listelle's state of taking in the Lightwardens' corrupted aether. Y'shtola and Ryne were there for her as they journeyed to Emet-Selch's domain. Full of Light, the heroine had a hard time doing basic tasks at times. Due to this, Listelle appreciates her. Just doesn't like when she teases her about Alisaie and G'raha's constant admiration of her.

- Thancred – Saw him as a flirtatious man who she didn't want to deal with at all. He even made comments about her 'beauty' on several occasions to get under her skin. However, as the years went by, she began to learn he was a lot more. Mostly learned this during her time on the First with the others and Ryne. Just the interactions between him and Ryne made her heart ache for them both. Including when they had to go back to the Source.

- Urianger – This Elezen made her want to rip her hair out most of the time. Just the way he spoke, his mannerisms made her so confused. Had to get the other Scions to repeat what he said to her many, many times. Still not fond of his secrecy behind her back on the few times. However, she does understand it's a necessary evil, yet she hasn't completely forgiven him yet. Though, she does appreciate any vital information he can provide her.

- Tataru - Oh sweet Tataru...Listelle loves the receptionist to death. Another person who treats her like she's a normal person. However, how she manages to get things done makes Listelle double think herself. Like the time the Lalafell wanted her precise measurements to get her outfits made. Just the way Tataru brings up results is quite...scary. The heroine watches herself whenever she's around the Lalafell woman.

- Minfilia - The first person to understand she had the power of the Echo. All those years of not understanding random visions she had when she was a child. She learned more from Minfilia over the course of the years. Only to be upset when she disappeared, then find out she was connected to Hydaelyn. She looked up the Hyur and she still misses her from time to time.

- Papalymo - The duo of 'Yda' and Papalymo made her giggle at times. There were times she didn't quite understand the relationship between the two. She got along with the Lalafell fine. That is, until he sacrificed himself to contain the newly born primal at Baelsar's Wall. She wanted to stay behind and help him, but alas, was forced to flee with the others. She still thinks about him from time to time, hoping he's watching over them from afar.

- Lyse - Wasn't sure how to feel about her until after the whole incident at Baelsar's Wall. She had come to understand Lyse as someone who wanted to fight for her homeland. As they journeyed over Gyr Abania and Othard, she had come to see the woman in a new light. With how she handles matters in Ala Mhigo with Raubhan at her side, she hopes the city-state flourishes under their care.

- Gaius – Rivalry since taking on the Ultima Weapon. However, with tackling the Weapon Project, she put aside her dislike for him. In order to stop these machines of death, she would work alongside him. Listelle began to see him in a new light as the Weapons consumed most of the orphans he saved back then. With only Allie left and the Weapons done with, she hopes Gaius can find some sort of peace.

- Nero – Despite him working at the Garlond Ironworks now, she still finds him quite annoying. Though, she has to admit he has helped her on several occasions when Cid couldn't. So, she'd tolerate the man at best.

- Cid – Thankfully to the Garlean many times over. With his few interventions to save her from certain doom, to helping her take down Omega. The accomplishments and shit they've seen and done is enough for a novel or two....or several. She gets along with him fairly well.

- Haurchefant – The Elezen man from House Fortemps and Camp Dragonhead. It was no wonder the silver-haired male admired her from the start. Even wanting to rush in to stop her from taking on Shiva. Never do anything reckless again! He had said to her, which she had meekly agreed to. When fleeing from the bloody Ul'dah banquet, he was a pillar of strength during that time. With most of the Scions gone, she blamed herself for their loss. Alas, Haurchefant wouldn't have none of it. Always cheering her up with hot chocolate and word of encouragement. However, when he died in her arms saving her from a pillar of light...Listelle was devastated. She was depressed for a long time, and still is when she thinks about it. Still blames herself for his death, even if he wanted her to smile. "A smile better suits a hero"; A statement she won't forget easily.

- Aymeric – The first meeting with him..she wasn't impressed. She had heard Ishgardians were uptight and unwelcoming. As much as he sounded polite, she didn't trust him off the bat. However, as time went on, she began to realize he was much more than. Even inviting her to a dinner after Nidhogg's defeat, which she enjoyed. Just his question about what she wanted for herself? She knew not the answer to that at the time. Regardless, the Raen goes to visit him when she can.

- Estinien – This dragoon is so stiff was Listelle's first thought. She didn't exactly like him off the bat. However, the journey across Dravania opened him up to her. She did try her best to understand him, but it was hard. As the years went by, she had come to know he had paid respects to Yysale, which she appreciates. Even the time when she collapsed in the Ghimlyt Dark, trying to persuade Zenos/Elidibus to stop this madness. Estinien had rescued her, which opened her up to that he was more good than she thought. Now with him joining the Scions, more opportunities to know him better have opened.

- G’raha – Annoying scholar to deal with when looking for the damn aethersand. Made it a game, then she promptly yelled at him for making her run around more than she had to. Investigating the Crystal Tower together, she did appreciate his work. When he locked himself away in the tower, she was a bit sad to see him go. Listelle did understand why he had to do it though. During the events of Shadowbringers, she had her suspicions on who the Crystal Exarch was. She couldn't completely confirm who it was, until she was being consumed by Light Corruption. Despite all this, she scolded him greatly after winning the fight against Emet-Selch. She knew he had a deep admiration for her, but only saw him as a friend. Regardless, their friendship is still healthy and blossoming.

- Other Warrior of Lights - Appreciates their hard work and resilience to keep the fight going. No matter what, as long as there is a light, they can still prevail.

[Character sheet made by @lizzy-dotharl. Template taken from @earthlystar.]

[autumnslance]

Memories of yesteryear brought to life...

From Thursday, August 27 at 12:00 a.m. to Monday, September 14 at 7:59 a.m. (PDT)

The Rising festival is known for bringing a splash of color to Ul'dah, and this year's celebration is especially vibrant. J'bhen Tia's exhibition of stained glass evokes memories of a pivotal moment in history, but he will need the assistance of a willing volunteer to ensure the event proceeds without a hitch.

Sultana’s Seven (from Nanamo’s Calamity short story) portrait for housing and an ARDBERT MINION!!

[ardberts]

re-intro post:

i haven’t been active in a few months because life got super crazy between work, being more socially active, going to the gym regularly, raising a corgi puppy, traveling, and a new bf, so i figured i’d shake the dust off this blog with a reintroduction post.

name: ciarra (ci)

previous urls: ardberts, christevans, nolannorths

blog type: multi-fandom

fandom(s): video games (literally all of them but i’d say i’m most active with destiny 2, red dead redemption, anything related to bethesda, and ffxiv), star wars, marvel (comics and mcu), and celebs (keanu reeves, chris evans, mcu cast).

i make gifs, i love making ocs, and i write both original fic and fanfiction. that’s pretty much what you’ll find here. i’m probably not going to ascribe myself to a single fandom anymore because my interests wax and wane too quickly. i also love talking about myself and making friends so feel free to send me asks any time!

i still need a new icon, a new theme, new about page, and to organize my writing tags since i’m going to start posting about the novel i’ve been working on for years here instead of on a sideblog. i’m also not sure how active i’ll be immediately since i’m still trying to ease back into things, but i’m stoked to slowly be coming back! ♥

mutuals, feel free to signal boost if you’d like, but no pressure at all. if you’ve changed your url since august, i’d appreciate a comment letting me know who you are though!