Gale Kardos

Blade of Mercy

"I was raised under the Empire as a prisoner, fought in the wars as a soldier, and now I live life as a shade. I wish to save what was lost, and protect the forsaken- in my home, and across the star. I am Beowulf, the Blade of Mercy.”

Rules & OOC

  1. I am a lore flexible RPer who’s always open to trying new stories, building sagas, and meeting new characters! When RPing, I prefer to establish a plot and structure to our story before we proceed, but once we get started, discovery is half the fun! I don’t accept instant ERP, protagonist domination, or overpowered control of a setting. We’re building a story together, not separately!

  2. I like to make friends with RP! Not just characters, but also as people! I won’t try to ever be deeply personal with anyone, but I do want to be friendly and establish great relationships with those I play. Voice chat, Discord, or just hanging out in-game are all acceptable ways of socializing with me!

  3. I enjoy creating settings for players to play out - I’m often not the main character of a story, but much prefer to build a story and help others tell it with me. Like a GM with a tabletop game!

  4. I tend to build heterosexual characters but I’m always open to discuss relationships and bonds that work with my characters. All of my alts have been built either for my friends' stories or to build up Gale’s story. All are capable of RP and interaction, but Gale is my primary focus!

  5. I only RP with 18+ players, as many themes and stories I run have mature settings. I hold everyone accountable for their own adult actions and trust that they are of age. I also avoid any deep relationships IRL: I’m here to make friends by playing a game, and that’s where I’d like to keep it!

Sword Saint. 36. He/Him.Hi, I’m known as Sword Saint! My nicknames are Saint, Basic, Breezy, or Gale! I’m a gamer, streamer, cosplayer, photographer, and all around nerd! I’ve been playing FFXIV since the beginning and I’m not stopping anytime soon!RANDOM FACTS: I like the color orange. Holy/Angelic is my aesthetic. I love Cyberpunk, Wild West, and Medieval themes. Some of my favorite fandoms are Kingdom Hearts, Fire Emblem, Final Fantasy, Star Wars, LotR, Tron, Fairy Tail, One Piece and Trigun. I’m a Virgo, born in the Year of the Dragon, and am an ENFJ.

THE STORY SO FAR

  Name.    Gale Kardos
  Age.    32
  Birthday / Nameday     1st Sun of the 5th Astral Moon
  Sign/Deity     Azeyma the Warden (Eorzean)
Faram, Father of Light (Dalmascan)
  Gender.     Female
  Pronouns.     She / Her / Hers
  Sexuality.     Hetero
  Relationship Pref.   Monogamous
  Height.     5’8”
  Weight.   144 lbs.
  Hair Color.     Blonde
  Eye Color.     Blue
  Skin Tone.     Tan
  Notable Features.     Scars on body from past battles, too deep to heal.  Job Occupation.    Mainly Tank and Physical DPS
  Place Of Origin.     Dalmasca, Rabanastre
  Home.    Limsa Lominsa, Costa Del Sol
  Affiliation.     Students of Baldesion, The Saraab, Lente’s Tears
  Family.     Estranged mother, whereabouts are unknown
  Marital Status.     Engaged

  D&D Alignment.     Chaotic Good
  MBTI.     ENFP Campaigner
  Likes.     Wine, dancing, singing, studying ancient history
  Dislikes.     Vermin, haughtiness, budgeting, taking tests
  Virtues.     Loyal, courageous, humble
  Flaws.     Rash, stubborn, absentminded

  Personality.   Gale follows the teachings of Kiltia, the Dalmascan god of Light. She is accepting of others' beliefs and traditions while also holding firm to her own. Her courage and sacrificial nature have lead many to call her a hero.A lover of fine wines and celebrations, Gale is never one to say no to a party. She is a beautiful singer, can dance like there is no tomorrow, and will happily lend her talents to any that ask it of them. It is quite common to hear Gale humming or singing while traveling or doing trivial duties.As a fighter, she tends to prefer light over heavy armor. She relies heavily on her speed and dexterity in battle, and unless given a pistol, is primarily a close range fighter - whether as a swordsman or spell-caster.

A Dalmascan native, Princess Galliena Beowulf Kardos was born in Rabanastre to a member of the Blue Council and a high priestess of Kiltia. When Gale was still very young, her mother heeded the call of Light and left her husband and child, gifting the latter a special necklace and the promise of her undying love. Although she never truly knew why she’d gone, Gale never resented her mother, and she kept in touch via letters filled with accounts of peoples and places beyond Dalmasca. In her mother's place, Gale’s wet nurse, a Rava warrior named Brys, raised Gale for the remainder of her childhood, teaching her and caring for her as her own.Born during the Garlean occupation, Gale was a political prisoner, afforded civil and royal protections in exchange for her being taught at the Garlean academy to become a future ally of the Empire and inspire the populace to comply. Her teachers described Gale as 'vastly intelligent and bright, but never present, and disappointingly uncooperative.' At home, Brys and her allies trained Gale to fight, to cast magic, and to enjoy life. She grew to be a talented singer and dancer, and would comfort those around her with these skills.When the rebellion arose, and her home of Rabanastre was consequently burned to the ground, Gale fought alongside her people to defend the evacuating citizens. Her father died along with the Blue Council, fighting to the last. Her father's death and the destruction of her homeland stoked a fire in her, a burning passion and hatred for the Empire which would find her joining the rebellion with Brys at her side, becoming a member of the Saraab under General Fran and taking part in the Bozjan Resistance.With Bozja's recent liberation, Gale traveled to Old Sharlayan at the behest of Brys, for Dalmasca's reclamation was not yet at hand. Brys believed Gale's academic knowledge and passion for history would find great use under the Students of Baldesion. Gale now works there as an archaeologist and retainer for their high ranking members, all the while waiting for word from General Fran, ever ready to return to the war at a moment's notice.

Plot Hooks

Dalmascan
Gale is clearly of Dalmascan heritage - both in appearance and personality. Does your character hail from that region and recognize a fellow countryman, or have they visited and want to know more about the culture? Perhaps your character has heard her pray to a strange god or mention the Zodiac Braves!
Garlean Education
Though not a devout student by any means, Gale attended her studies faithfully, perhaps under the tutelage of your character - or maybe they graduated together?
Bozjan Resistance
Gale earned a reputation as one of the formidable Blades. Perhaps your character also served during the skirmish and they fought side by side!
Student of Baldesion
An avid seeker of knowledge and adventure, Gale joined this organization as an archaeologist and retainer and is a very active member. Perhaps your character knows her from an expedition or two, whether as a fellow member or by chance meeting out in the field.
Merrymaker
Gale loves to attend social function, parties, and festivals where you might have seen her singing or dancing or even shared a glass of wine.
Archeology
Huge on discovering ancient artifacts, preserving ancient history, and unearthing mysteries, Gale can often be found in ruins and far-flung places where she might have bumped into your character - or even hired them for the venture! She’s also an avid collector and may have met you at an auction or museum showing.