Treksha

[Treksha]

Treksha, From the Tents of None. Basic Information Race: Mixed Blood (Benshira/Eypharian) Birthday: 34 Summer, 490 AV Age: 22 Years Old Gender: Male Languages Language 1: Shiber (Fluent) Language 2: Common (Basic) Language 3: Arumenic (Poor) Physical Description Half-Benshira Half-Eypharian male, 6 feet, 1 inch tall, 153 pounds. Tanned, lightly gilded skin, betraying his partial Eypharian heritage, despite his two arms. Eyes of a piercing, bright green, rimmed with a brilliant golden ring. Shoulder-length hair of a brown so deep, it borders on black - often held back by a simple leather-covered bone clip. Lean, yet muscular, as if he were once much stronger but a lack of nutrition led to his more wiry frame. Large feet and small hands, with long fingers and toes. Character Concept Being a mix of his Benshira and Eypharian heritage, Treksha truly embodies the two races. Proud, somewhat haughty, and fiercely devoted to his family, he strives for excellence in everything he does, often seeming headstrong and naive in his willfulness. He feels a bit lost when it comes to his religion, never feeling the same connection to Yahal as his family, and assumes himself an outcast because of their disconnection from the other members of the Benshira race. There is little he fears more than intolerance, and he strives to accept everyone as best he can. This often leads to inner conflict, as he attempts to accept those with morals that do not mesh with his own. Character History Born the bastard child of a Benshira man, Shedhael, and his mysterious Eypharian lover, Treksha grew up in a home largely disconnected from the cities and Tents of the Benshira. His father spoke little of his mother, other than to tell of her radiant golden beauty, and so Treksha viewed the Eypharians as the epitome of physical perfection. Their home was part tent, part leatherworking shop, where his father tanned and worked hide into exceptional pieces of leather. The boy's least favourite job was to knead the tanning hide, dreading planting his feet into the mixture of urine and feces that resided in the large tanks, but despite the odor and their severance from their Tent Treksha and his father made enough of a living to be considered well-off. He trained often with the long poles used to retrieve hides from the vats, becoming capable enough to defend himself, his home, and his father if the need arose. It was when Shedhael was killed that Treksha knew he must leave. He never understood the severity of his father's actions, before he was killed. Treksha thought everyone doubted Yahal, thought it was part of becoming a better person. He thought it was common to have children with other races, and thought the strange symbols his father sometimes dyed into the leather or carved into bone were accepted. He was horribly wrong. A traveling group of Benshira, discovering that Shedhael was both disowned by his family and performing Malediction, even teaching it to his own son, slayed him in cold blood. However, as the men turned on him to do the same, Treksha concocted an elaborate lie telling how he had been loyal to Yahal the whole time, and he never intended to use the knowledge he had learned from his father, so they left him alive. They saw it as protecting their families, protecting the Benshira. Treksha saw it as a betrayal of Yahal. From that point, he wandered beyond the sands of Eyktol, hoping to find his religion once more. Training (Skills, Arcana, Gnosis, Lore) Skills   Physical Skill EXP Total Proficiency Stealth 1 XP 1 Novice Hunting 2 XP 2 Novice Meditation 2 XP 2 Novice Running 1 XP 1 Novice [tabset=200]   Combat Skill EXP Total Proficiency Weapon: Quarterstaff 10 SP, 10 RB, 2 XP 22 Novice Weapon: Kris 1 XP 1 Novice [tabset=200]   Magic Skill EXP Total Proficiency Malediction 5 SP 5 Novice [tabset=200]   Crafting Skill EXP Total Proficiency Tanning 10 SP 10 Novice Leatherworking 10 SP 10 Novice Philtering 5 SP 5 Novice Carving 5 SP 5 Novice Baking 1 XP 1 Novice [tabset=200]   Social Skill EXP Total Proficiency Persuasion 1 XP 1 Novice Negotiation 2 XP, 1 XP 3 Novice Socialization 1 XP 1 Novice Subterfuge 5 SP 5 Novice Flirting 1 XP 1 Novice [tabset=200]   Mental Skill EXP Total Proficiency Observation 1 XP, 2 XP 3 Novice Lores   Leatherworking Lore Origin Date Obtained Notes Uses of Urine and Feces in Tanning Starting Package N/A These techniques don't smell good, but they work.   Interactions Lore Origin Date Obtained Notes Nashira: The Desert Mirage Dust In The Wind Summer 6, 512 AV An interesting woman, and an even better fighter. Contact: Nashira Dust In The Wind Summer 6, 512 AV Ethaefal woman, sparring partner. Concocting Elaborate Lies Starting Package N/A The bigger the better, eh? Eypharian Prejudice Scorched Skills Winter 82, 512 AV They REALLY don't like Benshira in Ahnatep...   Races Lore Origin Date Obtained Notes Ethaefal Dust In The Wind Summer 6, 512 AV Seem just like everyone else... For now.   Desert Lore Origin Date Obtained Notes The Pain of Sand Dust In The Wind Summer 6, 512 AV Ouch.   Ahnatep Lore Origin Date Obtained Notes Ahnatep's Appearance The Cattle's Entrance Summer 3, 512 AV Beautiful city, horrible people. Ahnatep Location: Pillars of Dust Scorched Skills Winter 82, 512 AV Not very friendly there, are they?   Cooking Lore Origin Date Obtained Notes Acacia Honey in Cooking The Cattle's Entrance Summer 3, 512 AV Who knew honey was such a great preservative?   Weapons Lore Origin Date Obtained Notes Kris's Appearance and History Hunting's Really Hard Summer 13, 512 AV Such a pretty knife...   Hunting Lore Origin Date Obtained Notes Proper Way to Hunt a Goat Hunting's Really Hard Summer 13, 512 AV More like how to cut yourself as much as the goat... Equipment and Possessions   Clothing Item Origin Date Obtained Notes Tunic Starting Package N/A An ankle length, white tunic with short sleeves, tied at the waist with a cord. Undergarments Starting Package N/A A pair of simple, white, men's undergarments. Cloak Starting Package N/A A long cloak made of a light material, deep red with bright gold striping on the hem. Head Covering Starting Package N/A A cloth used to cover the head, light grey, held in place with a circlet. Sandals Starting Package N/A Dark brown leather sandals, well worn by travel. [tabset=200]   Tools Item Origin Date Obtained Notes Waterskin Starting Package N/A A small leather waterskin. Backpack Starting Package N/A An ordinary backpack. Toiletries Starting Package N/A A comb, brush, razor, and soap. Eating Knife Starting Package N/A A small bone knife, used for eating. Flint and Steel Starting Package N/A Items used to start a fire. [tabset=200]   Food Item Origin Date Obtained Notes Rations Starting Package N/A A week's worth of balanced rations. Acacia Honey Bread The Cattle's Entrance Summer 3, 512 AV A loaf of bread, baked with Acacia Honey, that does not go stale. [tabset=200]   Weapons Item Origin Date Obtained Notes Quarterstaff Starting Package N/A A simple wooden quarterstaff, about 6' long. Kris Hunting's Really Hard Summer 13, 512 AV A long knife with a waved blade about the length of Treksha's forearm, and another blade that rests across the knuckles of a wielder and gives an edge to their punches. [tabset=200]   Jewelry Item Origin Date Obtained Notes Earrings Hunting's Really Hard Summer 13, 512 AV A pair of small hoop earrings, made of hammered copper with a pattern of interlocking rings etched into the metal. [tabset=200]   Materials Item Origin Date Obtained Notes Horns Hunting's Really Hard Summer 13, 512 AV A pair of horns, taken from a Bowbacked Goat. -Heirloom: A leather-covered bone hairclip -Heirloom info: Carved and tanned by Treksha's father, the components of this simple clip are exceptionally made, if a little crude. It was given to him as a gift when he was deemed old enough to appreciate such things, Treksha has worn it ever since. Housing 1 large tent (4 person), large tarp, 100 ft of rope, flint & steel, lantern, 2 torches, bedroll, blanket, fishing tackle & hooks, an Eyktolian Desertbred horse named Nihael, a full set of tack, and a large set of saddlebags. Ledger Purchase Cost Total Starting Package +100 GM 100 GM Quarterstaff -1 GM 99 GM 2 Loaves of Acacia Honey Bread -1 GM & 4 CM 97 GM, 9 SM, 6 CM 1 Pair of Hammered Copper Earrings -10 SM 96 GM, 9 SM, 6 CM Ear Piercing -20 CM 96 GM, 7 SM, 6 CM Kris with Hilt Blade -10 GM & 5 SM 86 GM, 2 SM, 6 CM Living Expenses, Summer 512 -45 GM 41 GM, 2 SM, 6 CM Living Expenses, Fall 512 -5 GM 36 GM, 2 SM, 6 CM Living Expenses, Winter 512 -5 GM 31 GM, 2 SM, 6 CM Living Expenses, Spring 513 -5 GM 26 GM, 2 SM, 6 CM Living Expenses, Summer 513 -5 GM 21 GM, 2 SM, 6 CM Scorched Skull Tab -3 GM 18 GM, 2 SM, 6 CM Thread List   Summer, 512 AV The Cattle's Entrance (Solo) - 8th of Summer Hunting's Really Hard [Training/Solo] - 13th of Summer Dust In The Wind (Closed) - 6th of Summer   Winter, 512 AV Scorched Skills - 82nd of Winter

[Treksha]

Treksha General Information : 1. What is your Name? ~Treksha, From the Tents of None 2. Do you go by a nickname or pet name? ~After once being called Chupra by a passing Eypharian, I have... Adopted? Is that the word? I use it to call myself, as this Chupra is proud of where he comes from. 3. How old are you? ~I am approaching twenty-two years of age. 4. What is your height? ~I am precisely six feet and one inch tall. 5. What is your weight? ~I weigh approximately one hundred fifty pounds, I do believe. Aesthetics : 1. Describe yourself as you see yourself. ~I view myself as alone, traveling, lost. Others shall not know my pain, but I still am free to walk the shifting sands. 2. Describe yourself as others typically see you. ~It depends, does it not? I would not be surprised if I was viewed as an... Abomination? Yes, an abomination by most, if not all. 3. What is your favorite body feature? ~My eyes have been regaled often, so perhaps those are the feature that is best for me? 4. How physically fit are you? ~I ride through the desert, kill for food, and train daily with my staff. How could I not be? 5. How do you typically dress and what is your style? ~I dress in traditional Benshira style, to protect myself from the stinging winds, shifting sands, and steaming sun. Family : 1. Who are your parents and what are they like? ~Do not. This is not talked about, I would appreciate if we could move on. 2. Do you have any brothers or sisters? ~Nothing I wish more than to have a brother to train with, a sister to care for. But no. None. 3. What is your extended family like? ~In what way would I know? These questions are a bit prying... 4. Do you consider close friends as important or more/less important than family? ~Close friends are family, in eyes such as mine. I would defend them as... Stalwartly? Yes, that. 5. Do you treat animals like family? ~Nihael, my steed, is closer to me than most. I would trust him with my life. Location : 1. Where were you born? ~A small oasis not far from a trade route to Yahebah, in a leatherworking shop. 2. Where do you live now? ~I live wherever I set my tent. Easier that way. 3. If you could live anywhere in Mizahar where would that be? ~I have heard tales of cities dedicated to religion, to gods of different views and tempers. Perhaps one of those? 4. Do you have a favorite place to vacation or spend leisure time? ~Never time. 5. Where do you fear to be? ~I fear wandering, lost, for eternity. Traits : 1. Do you have any physical weaknesses (disease, scars, and missing limbs?) ~I have no stories to tell, as of yet. Most of my weakness lies in my mind. 2. Are you right handed or left handed? ~I am equally proficient with either hand. 3. What languages do you speak? What do you sound like? Do you have an accent? ~I would say I possess a Shiber accent to my Common, but I speak both well enough to converse. I also speak some phrases of Arumenic. 4. Do you have any odd mannerisms, annoying habits, or other defining characteristics? ~I often find myself needing to question whether I use words correctly. I bite my nails as a nervous habit. I also evaluate any leatherwork I see, often criticizing it. 5. Do you have (or want to get) any tattoos or piercing? Why do you have them (or will get them)? ~If I were to modify my body in any way, I would likely follow in my father's footsteps. Perhaps I would be capable of Maledicting myself? An... Intriguing thought, if nothing else? Occupations : 1. What is your occupation? ~When I obtain hides through my travels, I sell them when possible. 2. Do you like/dislike your work? Why? ~While I enjoy hides, leather, animals, I still dread tanning vats. 3. If you could be anything you wanted to, what would you be? ~I do not entertain such lofty thoughts. 4. What occupation do you admire the most? Why? ~Monks. Such religious fervor... 5. What occupation do you least like? Why? ~I do not dislike much. All things have their... Benefits, yes? Childhood : 1. What sort of child were you? ~Ah, as any child? Distracted, willful, but devoted? 2. What is your favorite memory from childhood? ~Ah. I remember intimately my father's smile. Gleaming white teeth, as he harped on our hygiene constantly. I still see his bright green, gleaming eyes, every day, in everything. 3. What is your worst memory from childhood? ~Once again, do not. You have strayed too far into things I do not wish to speak of. 4. What sort of relationship did you have with your parents? ~I loved my father, more than anything... 5. Who was your most influential rolemodel? ~That very same man who raised me, fed me, taught me. Education : 1. What sort of education do you have? ~I have learned my father's trade. 2. Do you like/dislike learning? ~I love learning. I have always had an... Insatiable hunger for knowledge? 3. Where or how did you learn most of your skills/abilities? ~Shedhael taught me everything I know. 4. How do you learn best? ~Through doing. 5. What are your educational goals for the future? ~Finding myself, and learning everything along the way. Relationships : 1. Do you form close bonds with people? Why? Why not? ~I try to accept everyone, and those who win my trust become no less than family. 2. Do you trust people easily? If not, why not? ~I do trust rather easily, but my view of life is rather... Black and white, yes? 3. Do you consider yourself straight, gay, bi, or something else? ~I can love anyone. 4. Have you ever been kissed? If so, describe the first time. ~My first kiss? She was a beautiful Benshira woman, in a small settlement I encountered. She liked my eyes. 5. Have you ever had sex? If so, describe the first time. ~That is a little too personal, if you will pardon me... Drugs and Alcohol : 1. Have you ever been drunk? If so, describe your first time. ~I drink, but only sparingly. However, the first time I had alcohol, I found myself halfway in a dune in the morning. That was in no way safe! 2. Do you like to drink on a regular basis? ~Not regularly, no. 3. What sort of alcohol do you prefer? ~Whatever is close at hand, really. 4. Have you ever tried drugs (mood altering substances)? If so, which kinds and what did you think of them? ~No, never. I cannot allow myself to stray so far from control. 5. What do you think of drugs and alcohol? Be specific. ~They are dangerous, but acceptable in... Moderation? Yes, moderation. Likes and Dislikes : 1. What are your hobbies? ~My singing voice is not bad, although I do not sing often. 2. Do you like to read? ~I greatly enjoy reading. 3. What annoys you more than anything else? ~Intolerance. 4. What do you find the most relaxing activity to do? ~Training with my staff, yes. 5. What kinds of things embarrass you? Why? ~I am not easily embarrassed. Perhaps someone telling my secrets? Favorites : 1. What is your favorite color or colors? ~Gold is a colour I enjoy, as is red. 2. What is your favorite time of day? ~Anytime that is not hot, like noon. 3. What is the most beautiful thing you’ve ever seen? ~I once saw a white bird perch on a cactus. I do not believe it was Eyktolian, and it was... Remarkable, I believe. 4. What do you like to eat? What do you hate to eat? ~Food is no more than a means to an end. 5. What is your favorite type of weather? Does any kind scare you? ~Sandstorms can be scary sometimes. Outlook : 1. Are you optimistic or pessimistic? ~I would consider myself optimistic, yes. 2. What are your religious views? ~Even I do not yet know. 3. Would you be able to kill? ~Easily. 4. What are your views on sex? ~It is both necessary and enjoyable, no? 5. What, in your opinion, makes a successful life? ~Living deliberately. Emotions : 1. How honest are you about your thoughts and feelings with others? ~Honesty is something very important. I am honest whenever I can be, but sometimes lies are necessary. 2. Do you have any biases or prejudices? ~I only dislike those who are intolerant. I am intolerant of intolerance, no? 3. What makes you happy? ~Much makes me happy. I am lucky. 4. Who or what, if anything, would you die for? ~Family. Friends. Relationships : 1. In general, how do you treat others? ~I accept everyone, if possible. 4. Do you have a spouse or significant other? If not, describe an ideal lover. ~This is one topic I have never considered... Group Situations : 1. Do you tend to argue with people, or avoid conflict? ~I only argue when others are... Unreasonable. 2. Do you tend to take on leadership roles in social situations? ~Leading is easy for one such as myself, and I often take such roles. 3. Do you like interacting with large groups of people? Why or why not? ~I do not mind interacting with people. People, as a whole, tend to be... Good. 4. Do you care what others think of you? ~Not at all. Self Image : 1. What is your greatest strength as a person? ~I can protect those important to me, now. 2. What is your greatest weakness? ~I often do not see my mistakes until it is too late. 3. If you could change one thing about yourself, what would it be? ~I would make it easier for me to see the views of others, no? 4. Are you generally introverted or extroverted? ~I would say I am... Extroverted, yes. 5. Are you generally organized or messy? ~Everything is organized enough!