WHEN YOUR NAME IS CALLED, AND HOPE IS LOST...
WHEN YOUR BROTHERS FALL, AND SWORDS ARE CROSSED...
HOLD THE LINE.
ALTAN IRIQ: JUST ANOTHER BORLAAQ BASTARD, TURNED 'EYE OF THE IRIQ'.SURVIVOR OF TWENTY-SEVEN SUMMERS. VICTIM OF UNDYING PRIDE.
HE WHO WIELDS HIS NAME.
CAUTION: NSFW (18+) THEMES AHEAD.
01.
GENERAL.
"They say he was named after that which kept him company, laid upon the Steppe: The crimson dawn, fledgling sunrise specked with blood. An omen, perhaps, of what was to come." -An Iriq hunter, on Altan's originAltan Iriq was born to the Borlaaq tribe, a child of the Azim Steppe. Just a babe, he lived as any infant would, in the embrace of his mother. He does not remember this time, in truth, only how the peace came to an end: His abandonment, left out in the early hours of the morning to be found by the Iriq. The customary fate of men born to the Borlaaq, he was told... This did little to soothe his aching heart.Raised by outcasts, he became one himself, frequently getting into fights with the other Iriq boys as he struggled to carve out a place upon the ruthless Steppe landscape. Eventually, he got into a serious altercation with a rival from another tribe--taking a slice through his left eye for the trouble--before Altan decided his destiny lie elsewhere.Since, he has wandered, using his self-trained prowess and unflappable conviction to make a name for himself--albeit only in certain circles--as he seeks to find his father. Stories of his exploits are often shared in low voices, from those nursing a bottle or three in local taverns. Altan cares not for these tales; he believes his actions speak loud enough. Should anyone disagree, he'll be happy to have them speak a little louder still.
A MAN, CURSED TO LIVE IN INFAMY, BORN ANEW UNDER A BLAZING SUN.
02.
HOOKS.
"I saw that horned devil, I swear it! Seeking out those bloody voidsent, I'll 'ave you know. I'll bet that's where he gets his strength... Yeah, that's gotta be it!"
-A pirate, ranting about AltanDespite his appearance--and the reputation that sometimes precedes it--Altan is not truly a recluse. It isn't out of the realm to find him in the places he tends to frequent.
Delivering Justice: As part of his self-inflicted training, it is not uncommon to find the man intervening on behalf of those who cannot defend themselves. As to why, though, it's anyone's guess...
Visiting Venues: He is not well-known for holding his drink, but this does not always stop him from trying. You can sometimes find him at a bar, taking in the sights and sounds of certain establishments.
Deterrent: Altan frequently takes on 'bodyguard' work, or work escorting merchants and their haul. By land, sea, or air, he does his best to deter pirates or other ne'er-do-well sorts from attacking his clients. Perhaps you're in need of his services... Or willing to try your luck against him?
Sparring: As simple as it sounds. Scrap with the Iriq exile, and see just how well you fare. Maybe you'll bet something special to sweeten the deal?
03.
AT A GLANCE.
Adventurers are not known for their excessive free time. Here's what you need to know.
GENERAL.• NAME : Altan Iriq (Avagnar).
• ALIAS : Eye of the Iriq.
• GENDER : Male (he / him).
• ORIENTATION : Pansexual (Feminine-leaning).
• RACE : Xaela.
• OCCUPATION : Bodyguard. Mercenary if he's putting on airs. Steppe Protector, too, though that one doesn't pay very many bills at all. Sounds better than "muscle-bound swordsman", at the very least.PHYSICAL.• EYES : Maroon with red limbal rings
• HAIR : Black, kept long
• HEIGHT : 6'3'' approx.
• WEIGHT : 170 lbs approx.
• BUILD : Toned. He jokingly calls his build "fortunate", as he eats more than most and craves yet more.
• SKIN : Pale. He doesn't understand why, because he's constantly outside.
• CLOTHING : An emphasis on practical attire, often with tribal regalia incorporated where possible.MENTAL.• ALIGNMENT : Neutral Good, though prone to chaotic behavior while fighting or when over-excited.
• TRAITS : Stoic, grumpy, and jaded to those outside his circle of trust... He tries to stay professional for his clients, however. Stoic, grumpy, and loving to those who take the time to get to know him. Would lay down his life for those he cherishes.
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05.
OOC.
Firstly, thank you so much for your interest! A few quick notes:-All RP types are welcomed, though I tend to prefer darker, more mature themes--or a good ol' fashioned adventure, rare as those are.
-I prefer to RP only with writers 21 and older. I will not RP with writers below 18 years of age, as Altan is inherently an explicit character.
-While I do my best to reply in a timely manner, sometimes things get postponed or lost... Please exercise patience. I'll always return the favor.
-IC =/= OOC. Altan is not myself, and I do not condone everything that he does. If he is being mean to your muse, this does not mean I dislike your muse! If this ever causes discomfort, please reach out OOC and we can discuss.
-As far as GPose/collaborations go, feel free to inquire! I'm not very good at posing, but I'm always happy to practice.Finally, not all written interactions need to be in-game! I'm happy to RP via Discord (muffles.) or Twitter/X (x.com/vengefulvagrant). Those are also great ways to reach me if I'm offline in-game. Thanks again for your interest!
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NSFW GALLERY.
Whoever obtained these shots is lucky Altan hasn't caught them. (WIP!)
