EDIT:I did a more clearer summary of this information, but I have left the older post still up here. I put it all in nested spoilers now, so it should be much easier to read than in one giant essay.
Any comments, opinions, or suggestions on the new stuff?
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Name and Position
The Duke of the Isles, with the singular name Rhett, has suddenly appeared from what seems like nowhere into the high society and never explains as to how. Out of a personal preference he does not disclose the reason for; he only likes to be referred to as Duke, Marquise, or simply Duke Rhett- even his servant calls him by this titled name. Underneath, the “Isles†do not actually exist, and as due process, the titles are simply flavor added to his persona. Anyone questioning of their location usually receive a story about a group of uncharted islands, and never receive an answer that really feels satisfactory.
The Duke of the Isles, with the singular name Rhett, has suddenly appeared from what seems like nowhere into the high society and never explains as to how. Out of a personal preference he does not disclose the reason for; he only likes to be referred to as Duke, Marquise, or simply Duke Rhett- even his servant calls him by this titled name. Underneath, the “Isles†do not actually exist, and as due process, the titles are simply flavor added to his persona. Anyone questioning of their location usually receive a story about a group of uncharted islands, and never receive an answer that really feels satisfactory.
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Appearance
The Duke appears as a Midlander Hyur, with striking violet eyes, and flowing locks the shade of the Southern Thanalan sands in full sun. The eyes are likely enough a sort of glamour, but the rest of his appearance is assuredly real. His facial hair is maintained in the style of a goatee, light mustache, and understated sideburns, but overall he does not seem to primp it all that much in public. His overall physique is quite trim and has a layer of light muscle to all of it, suggesting a balanced and precise military training, but it regardless reflects his care for his own health. His overall wellness seems exceptional except for the occasional rings under his eyes that he claims to be due to a black pepper allergy and is usually followed by the statement “nobody is perfect.â€
On the topic of fashion, he tends to wear outdated styles of clothing such as Ul’dahn desert robes, but he does wear the current clean-cut suits of the day to some degree of frequency. Oddly enough, rather than displaying his wealth with jewelry, he never wears any for a reason he never gives a satisfactory answer to either.
The Duke appears as a Midlander Hyur, with striking violet eyes, and flowing locks the shade of the Southern Thanalan sands in full sun. The eyes are likely enough a sort of glamour, but the rest of his appearance is assuredly real. His facial hair is maintained in the style of a goatee, light mustache, and understated sideburns, but overall he does not seem to primp it all that much in public. His overall physique is quite trim and has a layer of light muscle to all of it, suggesting a balanced and precise military training, but it regardless reflects his care for his own health. His overall wellness seems exceptional except for the occasional rings under his eyes that he claims to be due to a black pepper allergy and is usually followed by the statement “nobody is perfect.â€
On the topic of fashion, he tends to wear outdated styles of clothing such as Ul’dahn desert robes, but he does wear the current clean-cut suits of the day to some degree of frequency. Oddly enough, rather than displaying his wealth with jewelry, he never wears any for a reason he never gives a satisfactory answer to either.
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Professions, Skills, and Finance
Duke Rhett’s money never seems to end, and as would be expected of such a person possessing this infinite wealth, he does not seem to possess any job aside from living the high-society life. In fact, he simply says that he does “many things.†His court skills are very refined, being an adept ball-dancer and showing great ability in playing the harp and singing serenades. Professionally, he has a very astute knowledge in both minerals and herbs from across Eorzea and further onwards. These, when added to his complex comprehension of finances, give him an easy way into and out of most conversations with the aristocracy.
Duke Rhett’s money never seems to end, and as would be expected of such a person possessing this infinite wealth, he does not seem to possess any job aside from living the high-society life. In fact, he simply says that he does “many things.†His court skills are very refined, being an adept ball-dancer and showing great ability in playing the harp and singing serenades. Professionally, he has a very astute knowledge in both minerals and herbs from across Eorzea and further onwards. These, when added to his complex comprehension of finances, give him an easy way into and out of most conversations with the aristocracy.
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Language
The Duke of the Isles’ language skills are perhaps his most useful and mysterious abilities; without even possessing the Echo, he has at least limited comprehension of a total of six different languages. His two most mastered languages are Eorzean and Doman, both spoken in high levels of elegance and with separate, very precise accents that reflect the communication of a native speaker. With these two, his writing is just as elegant as his speech and just as perfect. Alongside this, he has the ability to write and read Amaljic quite well, rudimentary Mooglespeak, relatively fluent Auri, and another beast language that resembles something perhaps like Ixali. When asked for an explanation of how he managed to learn these various languages, he usually responds that he has been studying them for quite a long time. He has a light tendency to use older words such as “thee†and “gaffeâ€, and the only profanity he ever seems to use is simply the word “fieâ€.
The Duke of the Isles’ language skills are perhaps his most useful and mysterious abilities; without even possessing the Echo, he has at least limited comprehension of a total of six different languages. His two most mastered languages are Eorzean and Doman, both spoken in high levels of elegance and with separate, very precise accents that reflect the communication of a native speaker. With these two, his writing is just as elegant as his speech and just as perfect. Alongside this, he has the ability to write and read Amaljic quite well, rudimentary Mooglespeak, relatively fluent Auri, and another beast language that resembles something perhaps like Ixali. When asked for an explanation of how he managed to learn these various languages, he usually responds that he has been studying them for quite a long time. He has a light tendency to use older words such as “thee†and “gaffeâ€, and the only profanity he ever seems to use is simply the word “fieâ€.
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Personality
Personality-wise, the Duke seems to be imperturbable and always keeps a polite demeanor towards everyone. He tends to act quite amicable, but any sort of relationship with him seems to never advance very much and he never tells very much about himself. Oddly, the only way one can tell if you are more than just a stranger with him is if he puts you closer to the top of his invitation and reception lists. He never seems to show any hostility towards his enemies, and at most simply loses the friendliness in his voice while still maintaining the gentle attitude. He seems to hold no discriminations, especially against the lower classes, suggesting some level of understanding with them. This respectful attitude seems to carry over into all conversations, and as result, he never seems to make any change in manner when speaking to a male or a female. Regardless of how distracted, the only time he ever seems to lose track of a conversation is when he gets lost in his own thoughts, and nothing else seems to elude his ears.
Personality-wise, the Duke seems to be imperturbable and always keeps a polite demeanor towards everyone. He tends to act quite amicable, but any sort of relationship with him seems to never advance very much and he never tells very much about himself. Oddly, the only way one can tell if you are more than just a stranger with him is if he puts you closer to the top of his invitation and reception lists. He never seems to show any hostility towards his enemies, and at most simply loses the friendliness in his voice while still maintaining the gentle attitude. He seems to hold no discriminations, especially against the lower classes, suggesting some level of understanding with them. This respectful attitude seems to carry over into all conversations, and as result, he never seems to make any change in manner when speaking to a male or a female. Regardless of how distracted, the only time he ever seems to lose track of a conversation is when he gets lost in his own thoughts, and nothing else seems to elude his ears.
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Illness, Disabilities, and Past
Despite the overall perfection that the Duke shows, there may be a darker past behind all of this or even a darker side to himself that he never seems to want to give any hints as to the existence of. Even his single servant never utters a word that even remotely suggests the existence of something not-so-perfect about him, so there cannot be one, right?
Despite the overall perfection that the Duke shows, there may be a darker past behind all of this or even a darker side to himself that he never seems to want to give any hints as to the existence of. Even his single servant never utters a word that even remotely suggests the existence of something not-so-perfect about him, so there cannot be one, right?
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I have been considering this idea for a while in my mind, so I have decided to see what you all think about it the idea- I’m open to any suggestions! I decided to be a bit creative with the description and such by putting it into the format of some nosy high-society news association.
“At a recent ball, he gently took the stage when the band ran into a lull caused by incompetency and recovered the evening with a set of three lovely serenades played entirely upon a single harp. To the despair of the party, he left not too long after, apparently having received a very important message; however, he did apologize profusely, and promised to show himself again as soon as another event was opened. Another two events have promptly been established, reflecting upon how much of an effect this mysterious aristocrat has had on the higher courts.
“Quiet rumors have been spread suggesting that he suffers from a severe medical condition or that he is actually a prince from a foreign land; the evidence tends to vary. He has made a statement claiming them to be entirely be unfounded for he is ‘perfectly vigorous’ and that he is ‘simply the duke and marquis of the Isles’. All of this seems to confirm quite resolutely aside from the fact that nobody knows where these ‘Isles’ lie. Some have described his fitness as similar to a military man, but he has declined this as well by claiming that it is just ‘good habit’. Even more questions arise from his display of being fluent in many languages, being capable of writing in two beast languages, supposed ‘mooglespeak’, and Auri while showing a great mastery in both Eorzean and Doman.
“Another respectable note is that he seems to take fancy in much older styles of fashion, making the occasional brave take-back to the Ul'dahn desert robes, but he also wears ‘long and fair’ hairstyles as well as the clean cut suits used today. Our elder members of the high society find it to be a ‘respectable and charming choice that brings back memories’, but our fashion leaders do not think it likely to start a ‘throw-back trend’ in the fashion world. What is most peculiar of all of this is that he seems to be around his later twenties and yet he indulges in this older style and refuses the newer, unlike most of our rising generations.
“We seek to find contact with this Duke Rhett of the Isles when possible, yet he seems to be very capable of making himself scarce to the public eye. In fact, even his place of residence is unknown to anyone but him and the occasional servant that has shown with him from time to time. This secretive nature raises a few flags as it seems very contrasting to his extroverted personality, but we shall have to wait and see. He is expected to be at both events, naturally, and he claims to plan for an event of his own at a future date. Expect more updates upon our Duke of the Isles soon, he has quickly become quite an entrancing topic in these few days of his appearance.â€
~ Diamond Eye Insider
Just to clarify- a lot of the flaws the character holds show more outside of public view and in more private circumstances. So, is there anything specifically wrong with this?
I have been considering this idea for a while in my mind, so I have decided to see what you all think about it the idea- I’m open to any suggestions! I decided to be a bit creative with the description and such by putting it into the format of some nosy high-society news association.
~ A current, high-society news report reads: ~
“Is There A New Aristocrat About?â€
“Within the last few days, a man around thirty years has been showing himself in various high society congregations, especially upon the Hustings in Ul’dah, claiming to be the duke or marquis of some foreign land. Various investigations have failed to uncover almost anything upon this ‘Rhett, Duke of the Isles’ including what his actual last name is. What has been discovered though is that he supposedly holds a fortune that accounts for his title and more, as well as having a very sophisticated education combined with a masterful understanding of finance, herbs, and minerals. His appearance has been rather sudden, and the high society has been impressed by his bright mind and recent actions.“At a recent ball, he gently took the stage when the band ran into a lull caused by incompetency and recovered the evening with a set of three lovely serenades played entirely upon a single harp. To the despair of the party, he left not too long after, apparently having received a very important message; however, he did apologize profusely, and promised to show himself again as soon as another event was opened. Another two events have promptly been established, reflecting upon how much of an effect this mysterious aristocrat has had on the higher courts.
“Quiet rumors have been spread suggesting that he suffers from a severe medical condition or that he is actually a prince from a foreign land; the evidence tends to vary. He has made a statement claiming them to be entirely be unfounded for he is ‘perfectly vigorous’ and that he is ‘simply the duke and marquis of the Isles’. All of this seems to confirm quite resolutely aside from the fact that nobody knows where these ‘Isles’ lie. Some have described his fitness as similar to a military man, but he has declined this as well by claiming that it is just ‘good habit’. Even more questions arise from his display of being fluent in many languages, being capable of writing in two beast languages, supposed ‘mooglespeak’, and Auri while showing a great mastery in both Eorzean and Doman.
“Another respectable note is that he seems to take fancy in much older styles of fashion, making the occasional brave take-back to the Ul'dahn desert robes, but he also wears ‘long and fair’ hairstyles as well as the clean cut suits used today. Our elder members of the high society find it to be a ‘respectable and charming choice that brings back memories’, but our fashion leaders do not think it likely to start a ‘throw-back trend’ in the fashion world. What is most peculiar of all of this is that he seems to be around his later twenties and yet he indulges in this older style and refuses the newer, unlike most of our rising generations.
“We seek to find contact with this Duke Rhett of the Isles when possible, yet he seems to be very capable of making himself scarce to the public eye. In fact, even his place of residence is unknown to anyone but him and the occasional servant that has shown with him from time to time. This secretive nature raises a few flags as it seems very contrasting to his extroverted personality, but we shall have to wait and see. He is expected to be at both events, naturally, and he claims to plan for an event of his own at a future date. Expect more updates upon our Duke of the Isles soon, he has quickly become quite an entrancing topic in these few days of his appearance.â€
~ Diamond Eye Insider
Just to clarify- a lot of the flaws the character holds show more outside of public view and in more private circumstances. So, is there anything specifically wrong with this?
Any comments, opinions, or suggestions on the new stuff?
Characters: Fe'lanah, Duke Rhett, Myrhh Redleaf, Nurse Catharine
Link to their descriptions: Right Here!
Always open for some forum RP!
(If I misinterpret something in forum RP, feel free to message me and I'll gladly mend the error.)
Link to their descriptions: Right Here!
Always open for some forum RP!
(If I misinterpret something in forum RP, feel free to message me and I'll gladly mend the error.)
