Anam Caillte
(Ah-nahm Kahl-cheh)
Gleaner, Smuggler, Barkeep, Bastard
| Birthplace | Skatay Range, NW End |
| Gender | Male |
| Orientation | Very Demisexual* |
| Religion | Animism |
| Alignment | Self-serving, Villain-leaning |
| Weaponry | Sword and sword-breaker, knives and spear |
| Languages | Common, Clan's Own** |
| Voice | Low with a rough edge, Scottish accent.*** {Pitch example.} |
| Build | Stocky, broad shouldered |
'S dubh an oidhche chaidleas sinn...
It is with a lazy confidence that he carries himself. Slouched shoulders match equally withered ears and both thumbs are hooked loosely onto the straps of a Gleaner's heavy backpack. Everything about the washed out Viera is languid, easy.Everything except those sunken, blue eyes. Barely resting in one spot for more than a few seconds at a time, they betray a much sharper awareness than first glance. Old Warder habits, perhaps? Or a man making note of quick exits or prospective marks both...Either way, the welcome little smile that curves his eyes just so serves to banish those thoughts before they truly take hold. It leaves behind something akin to roguish charm, if a little rough around the edges.
*Demisexual : People who are Demisexual will not develop an amorous attachment without first establishing a deep personal bond with someone. As such, Anam doesn't really do romantic relationships very often. He's far from shy and can easily be physically intimate towards someone, but he doesn't equate that with romance. A "ship" is highly unlikely.
**Language : As SE leaves a lot of room for homebrewing, I've drawn on my native Scottish folklore to build it. His Clan is a highland Skataen one, with full language, beliefs and all that jazz. This is mostly just fluff for me, and a way to relearn the language in a fun way!
***Accent : Although I type Anam's dialogue with an accent do let me know if you are having trouble reading it! I do try to keep it as readable as possible but if it still gives you bother, I would much rather drop or tone it down for the sake of being able to roleplay smoothly. Just gimme a heads up!
-= Last updated: 16 / 04 / 26 =-
Opportunities; Bought & Sold
Known in the Gleaner's Guildship simply as "Harrow", Anam has made a name for himself tracking down the more elusive requests and refusing to shirk the more dangerous ones. For better or worse.
When not in Sharlayan proper or out on Guildship business, he is often found at his established place of business in Limsa; the Bickering Banshee.But there are rumours surrounding "Harrow's" name. Rumours that grow more and more unsavoury the further one digs.
That charming smile is fast losing its luster.
Pick-Up Hooks
Gleaners & Gossip - Anam's main occupation is that of a Sharlayan Gleaner. He also owns a small, dubious tavern in Limsa's Mist district that functions as a pit-stop for sailors and errant Gleaners both. Lovingly named the "Bickering Banshee" it is a small hub of rumours, underhanded trade deals and various gossip. All of which can be bought from someone named "Harrow". (Bal, Mists, W23 P11)
Information - Drunken tongues reveal all sorts of useful nuggets; stolen artifacts, hidden warehouses, unexplored ruins. "Harrow" seems to hear a lot of them. If you've the coin to pry secrets from the walls, and his lips, who knows what you'll find.
Light Fingers - Some Ul'dan noble have something they don't deserve? Or did someone make off with a precious family heirloom? Or maybe your own pockets suddenly feel lighter...
Are You Alright? - Anam looks to be in a perpetual state of exhaustion. Bags under the eyes, stooped shoulders, slightly vacant expression... Not to mention just how cold he seems to feel.
Unsavoury Company - Recently rumours have begun to circulate that the Gleaner is involved in the more morally corrupt side of the world. Human trafficking**, wet-work, forceful reclamation of goods... Harrow's name is not unfamiliar in darker circles.
Grave Habits - Those that frequent Eorzea's cemeteries and burial chambers might have caught glimpses of the Viera studying such places, usually around dawn or dusk.
Sharlayan Studies - Sharlayan characters may have seen "Harrow" frequenting the Studium on his off-hours. The few tomes he did borrow included titles relating to biology and fairytales.
Hunt the Hunter - An assassin matching the Gleaner's description wouldn't be unknown in the darker circles of Eorzea. Fancy your chances confronting him? Or maybe you want the bounty on his head.
Vieran Tribal RP - While Anam hasn't been with his tribe in a long time, I am open to this!
Former Warder - Anam is also not shy about Clan life. His years as a Warder are far from forgotten and that skillset still gets utilised. Maybe your character has noticed the way he moves with his spear, or holds his bow.
I Have An Idea! - Thought up something that's not on the above list? Excellent! Send me a tell, I'd love to hear it.
**On Human Trafficking:
This rumour is left vague on purpose and that particular topic will not be brought up unless someone else brings it up. Anam did not participate in trafficking, he dismantled rings, but this inevitably means his name is tied to these activities and is a weighted point in his backstory.
All RP Hooks are there to be used freely."Harrow" is Anam's pseudonym and inquiring after this individual will lead you to the Banshee.
Welcome to the OOC Page~This last little section of handy bullet points contains my own personal limitations & things I'm actively seeking.If you have any questions I can be reached in game, or on Discord at Anamsgith.May your adventures be chaotic and your OC’s ever disobedient.
Happy Roleplaying & Thanks for Reading ♥
LIMITS:
I prefer RP that has predominantly more heavy themes, these can include topics some might find uncomfortable. For instance, Anam is a smuggler as well as a Gleaner and has rumored involvement in slavery.
I draw a hard line between OOC and IC. I am not my character and while Anam does a lot of awful things, I do not condone them IRL or share his views. Fiction is fiction and while I am well aware Anam is a terrible person, that does not mean I am one.
I am tell-friendly, open to questions and walk-ups are welcome provided that the RP Tag is turned on!
Comfort: I can't know another's limits unless it is communicated to me directly. If there are specific topics that make you uncomfortable, or a scene touches on one that does, please let me know. Your mental wellbeing is more important than writing.
LOOKING FOR:
Themes - Before writing in XIV, a great deal of text-based RP was set in the Soulsborne universe. I also write a Nightmare Courtier in GW2. I heavily enjoy the darker, grittier and more horror-influenced settings. I like placing Anam in situations that challenge his moral integrity and using fiction as a way to explore a wide variety of topics. This can include; murder, assassinations, infiltrating slave circles, eldritch/psychological horror, curses, etcetc. If you have an idea or are unsure of something, please just ask!
Realism - I'm not overly fond of high levels of power when it comes to RP and much prefer a more realistic approach to combat. I tend not to use rolls and instead do a free-form style of combat. I realise this requires a degree of trust, so if you prefer dice rolls, just say the word!
Regarding the First - I am open to RP on the First. There is a version of Anam there that is completely seperate entity from this one and lives the standard Warder life in Rak'tika. Though, fair warning, he is far less 'fleshed out' than this one.
NOT LOOKING FOR:
ERP / Hook-ups - I don't mind erotic scenes if they happen because of plot but I prefer it to have an IC reason, please and thank you. I don't do walk-up ERP.
Shipping - I am very unlikely to ship with people I haven't known for long (i.e. over a year). Anam isn't the type to actively seek out relationships.
Voidsent Plotlines - This isn't anything against people that play Void-adjacent characters, they're just not usually my cup of tea.
