ciceroix valeriant
walk-up / tell friendly.
*rp tag = in character. *
❈ as penned by valeriant ❈
I never liked red until you kissed me and I tasted every pigment, every wavelength interval, and the atoms of the skin below.
a con artist from limsa lominsa
general info
| NAME: Ciceroix Valeriant |
| RACE: Elezen (Wildwood) |
| GENDER: Male |
| PRONOUNS: He/Him & They/Them |
| AGE: 33 |
| HEIGHT: 6'10" |
| EYE COLOR: Jade Green |
| HAIR COLOR: Dark Brunette |
| ORIENTATION: Pansexual | Polyamorous |
| RESIDENCE: Vylbrand / Thavnair / Hingashi |
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| CURRENT PLACE OF EMPLOYMENT: |
| - PBM Nightclub & Lounge: Security & Escort |
| -The Ambrosial Devotion Bordello: Courtesan & Escort |
| - The Burrow: Escort & Host & Bartender |
| CURRENT OCCUPATION(S): |
| - |
| - Painter |
| - Bookie for fight clubs |
| - Courtesan & Escort & Bartender |
| - Odd jobs that need a slippery man with sticky fingers |
| FORMER OCCUPATION(S): |
| - Co-navigator for |
| LANGUAGE(S): |
| - Major languages of the Eorzean Alliances (Fluent) |
| - Languages of the Steppe & Hingashi (Fluent) |
| - Others: Corvosi, Old Elezen, Old Roegadyn & Old Lalafell (Basic) |
voice claim: steve blum as spike spiegel
extra details
THE CONFIDENCE GAME: Speaking his hold in the con artistry, he is quite the sociable companion that can lead a conversation (or keep your attention for a prolonged diversion). Ciceroix has a talent for sleight of hand tricks as well to make for an easy distraction.
POOR COOKING SKILLS: Always being on the go, he isn't so skilled at the stove. He knows how to prepare very simple, quick meals. He happens to also be a great forager, a skill he picked up while sailing with the Crimson Princessa and venturing out on his own to uncharted isles.
MODERATE-TO-REGULAR DRINKING: A vice of his; while he hasn't developed a dependence on alcohol, he has a tendency to drink often and excessively when in good company.
HYPERGLOT: Living on Vylbrand for many years & his frequent travels has helped him to learn and master speaking multiple languages.
WINE AFICIONADO: With his family pouring many of their investments into the vineyards of Wineport, it's no surprise that this Elezen became a connoisseur of the specialty Limsan wines and wines in general.
SOUND OF MUSIC: Song and dance are very important to Ciceroix. He grew up learning guitar from one of his tutors. He is also quite the skilled ballroom dancer and enjoys dancing with his friends & partners. With the right company and right words, one can convince him to sing for you as well.
hooks
potential ways to interact with the character
a curator of fine "treasures"
Often introducing himself as a "curator of fine treasures", Ciceroix creates and sells counterfeit pieces of antique goods for a supposedly fair price. His area of expertise is antique paintings, maps, and metal jewelry.
rule number one about fight club
As a bookie for fight clubs around Limsa Lominsa, this Elezen has a nose for sniffing out brawls and starting bids for them-- one could say he probably initiates some of them if not most of them.
For a living...
You can also find Ciceroix working as a bouncer, bartender, and entertainer for various establishments including:
▹ The Scrapyard
▹ PBM Nightclub & Lounge
▹ The BurrowGot an odd job for a slippery lad with sticky fingers and a talent for misdirection? With the right amount of coin, one can entice this Elezen to sign up for contracted work.
here, there, everywhere
He just seems to be anywhere and everywhere all at once. Often times he spends most time in Limsa Lominsa or Ul'dah, typically places with a strong commercial presence.
What do we do with a Drunken Sailor?
Growing up in Limsa Lominsa, he made friends (and some enemies) with the pirates and traders hanging out at the docks. Spending enough time by the ships helped him to pick up on speaking different languages very well and fueled a desire to travel to distant lands. Between the ages of 21-27, Ciceroix sailed with the Crimson Princessa as co-navigator after accidentally joining them on a voyage when he fell asleep in one of their barrels at port.
a bountiful bounty
Ciceroix has several bounties on his head that he's accumulated over the years. He is wanted for the following crimes across the Three Great Continents:
| Forgery, Tampering with Evidence | Trespassing/Breaking-and-Entering |
| Arson, Destruction of Property | Money Laundering |
| Theft (Identity, Burglary, Vehicle Theft, Shoplifting) | Kidnapping |
| Fraud (insurance fraud, wire fraud, tax evasion) | Public Intoxication/Public Indecency, Loitering |
HISTORY
detailed background for the character
a gilded childhood
His childhood name has long been forgotten, known only by living relatives and what manages to survive in the records he hasn't been able to destroy yet. Being the firstborn son of a wealthy trade family meant a strict upbringing despite the various luxuries he could afford. At an early age did the lad show remarkable talent with the paintbrush and studied in the shadow of an accomplished goldsmith. And when he wished to escape the lessons from his tutors, he would venture out to the ports of Limsa Lominsa to watch the ships dock.He longed to join these seafarers in their adventures and tell tales of his own dangers one day. In the meantime, he continued his studies while presenting himself as the picturesque son his parents envisioned him to be.
what you choose to become
The man we know today begins his tale here. When he gathered enough wit and coin, he set out on his own at twenty to venture off into the world free from a father's expectations and duty to take over the family business. To preserve his family's privacy and the reputation of the business, he took on the name "Ciceroix Valeriant" and never looked back.He would utilize his teachings and his skills in order make ends meet until he joined the Crimson Princessa as a co-navigator at the age of twenty-one. He eventually left the crew around twenty-seven to enjoy personal pursuits.During this time he began to learn the art of the confidence game from two seasoned con artists ("Fox & Hound") as part of the team "Last Vesper", a group of carefully curated and highly skilled con artists, thieves, underground professionals who organize high-stake projects to target corrupted companies and individuals who abuse their power and money to hurt others. Eventually he would take over as the team's head coordinator after the deaths of Fox & Hound.
these days...
Catch him here or there, he takes up odd jobs when he can to build a clean reputation despite the schemes he runs on the side. Frequent visitors of Limsan ports and Ul'dah markets might catch a glimpse of the man dodging in and out of crowds, huddled in with company over a faded parchment or around a game of dice while enticing an audience with hefty sacks of gil.Those looking to hire him and a dependable team of skilled con artists, thieves, and underground professionals may approach to inquire about the services "Last Vesper" provides.
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ooc info
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TIMEZONE: CST
PRONOUNS: she/they
Please do NOT approach me with the following content:
General: No Noncon/Rape mentions, Transphobia & Homophobia (including use of slurs), Pedophilia, Racism, Sexism.
ERP Setting: No Scat, Extreme Gore & Necrophilia, Age Play, Race Play, Body horror, Incest. If not listed on here but unsure, please ask!
combat
Combat interactions with my muse MUST involve some roll system.
Unless discussed with me outside of the rp beforehand, I follow rules of the Grindstone combat system.
I am open to try other combat roll systems (i.e. rolling & writing combat until we both feel we've reached a fair outcome for both characters given how the situation has played out, etc.) If there's combat WITHOUT rolling, I will refuse to continue the interaction.
out of character
I have several characters I split my time across that may prevent my availability to interact regularly in-game. For this I don't give my discord out often for out-of-game interactions. I prefer to have some good amount of interaction before discussing any out-of-game threads.
Muse =/= Mun: If my muse doesn’t like you, that doesn't necessarily mean I share the same feelings. If you are having any doubts, please message me!
I do my very best to read everyone’s rules before interacting. But there are times when I do slip up. If I make a mistake, please remind me gently! I truly appreciate everyone who comes to interact with my muse and it is my intention to honor each respective writer's muse for a fun and respectful interaction between our characters.
I'm in a committed, monogamous relationship irl. Please don't come into my dm's with romantic/sexual interest ooc.
relationships
Multshipping Rules: Romantic relationships with Ciceroix are in their own separate, independent universes (AUs) that don't interfere with the events/progression of other AUs unless discussed otherwise.
He's a natural flirt but it takes him a long time to develop a romantic connection. Long-term romantic relationships will require mutual agreement & substantial interaction before discussing if we'd like to ship.
He is polyam. This does not mean in every established ship he will pursue romantic relationships outside of the main relationship with that AU's character. In the past he's had hierarchical poly & non-hierarchical poly relationships. He's had relationships where he pursues another relationship with his partners together. He's also had relationships where both he and his partner pursue relationships separately.
When we ship together, we can discuss if you are comfortable with including other relationships -- i.e. in the case that you have other OCs that we discuss joining the relationship. Otherwise, Ciceroix will focus on his relationship with the OC of that AU and not pursue secondary/other relationships with other characters.
companions
special bonds or notable relationships
partners & loves
LENNOX VORONIN (FFXIV AU I) - Handsome Husband-In-Crime
Doctor/Researcher. Combat Medic. Long time Rival. Favorite to entice with high-stake adventures.LYSANDER MYSTE (FFXIV AU II) - Benevolent, Levin Love
Courtesan. Activist. Engineer & Gunbreaker. Occasional menace in heels. The anchor in the waves.
AUSWALD "OZ" ROBINEAU II (FFXIV AU II) - Partner-In-Mayhem
Merchant. Scholar & Mage. Acquisition Specialist. Hero. A Need-to-know-basis & you do not qualify.
URSALIN ODEEVE (FFXIV AU II) - One Half of the "Darlin' Duo"
The Poet. Stupid, Sexy Bounty Hunter. Hell hath no fury like his Bright-Eyed Hunter.
Y'LAI LLAM (FFXIV AU II) - This Bitch™ (Affectionate)
Moonshine. Not. His. Cat. He says that the stars say "fuck you" and they don't lie.JACQUEMIN CHARLEMONT III (FFXIV AU III) - And They Were Roommates (Lovingly)
Gentleman Bounty Hunter. Partner-in-Crime. Conman-in-Training. Flatmate. Best Friend.
SOLVANS BARDURSEN (FFXIV AU III) - All Bite No Bark
Gleaner. Flatmate. Son of a mortal enemy. Cranky Lad™.
LAZU SAPHIR (FFXIV AU III) - Something Blue
Cheeky Veena of impressive strength & unique magicks. Flatmate. Blue.
allies & family
VALERIA REDACTED - Younger Sister
Businesswoman. Giantsgall Export & Pharmaceauticals. Skilled & Competitive Fencer. Family Mediator."LAST VESPER" - The Dream Team™
A team of carefully curated and highly skilled con artists, thieves, underground professionals who organize high-stake projects to target corrupted companies and individuals who abuse their power and money to hurt others.
THE CRIMSON PRINCESSA - Former Known Employers & Pirate Crew
Captained by Itargeim Daegwyn. Home during the ages of 21-27 & forever family till the end of his days.THE BURROW - Lounge, Resturant, Safe House, Bordello
A home away from his actual home. Spends many evenings here with his loving partners and treasured friends. He often conducts business here due to its safe house credibility.
CASTOR LYNELL & GOLEM - Metamours & Treasured Close Friends Besties
The Caster. Void-pacted Black Mage. Bed & Brume brunch buddy. They shenan-once & then shenanigan.THE SCRAPYARD - Fight Club and Bar
Ref for "honest" work/distraction from his high-stake cons.
AUDREY HORNE - Co-worker & Treasured Close Friend
[REDACTED] Performance Artist. Private Entertainer. Skilled fighter. Banter Bestie during the slow hours.THE QUEEN'S SERVICE - Treasured Company of Friends
Respected free company of skilled adventurers. Occasional home away from home.
ALTAN BELMONT - Treasured Close Friend
Bounty Hunter. Sparring companion. Favorite to influence into mischief. One half of the Belmont Duo.
A'NHABI OHWE - Treasured Close Friend
Gridanian Conjurer. Healer for Hire. Trusted friend and fellow disaster in the kitchen.
enemies & broken ties
MADAME & MONSIEUR REDACTED - Parents
Thavnairian Mother. Vylbrandian Father. Not on speaking terms with his father since he was 20.HARDING FOWLER - Mortal Enemy #1
Nightmares eternal. Ding dong, the bastard's dead(?). And he'd kill him again, bop bop bop!"FOX & HOUND" † - Ex-Lovers & Ex-Mentors
Long time Con Artist & Disgraced Assassin Duo. Mentors & Lovers to Ciceroix from 27-29. Deceased.
"ERMINE" †(?) - Ex-Lover-In-Crime
Fellow con artist. Specialized in dangerous physical stunts. Presumed dead, body was never recovered.