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« on: February 28, 2013, 11:13:10 am »
((Waiting on the other's before I post again :3
In the meantime, here's a fun form to read! I finally decided to make Shike my official second character, even if he won't be showing up as often x3
@SoaringAway: Your character's form, along with the town she was born in, are also up now :3
Name: Shike Talisman
Age: 23
Gender: Male
Race/Breed: Human
Ability/Power/Skills: Shike's ability is being able to control and harness his chakra, chi, life force,
energy, whatever you want to call it. Though there are many that are able to do this (ninjas especially),
Shike is able to take it to the next step. He can give it form, turning it into a weapon or shield. In some
cases he can heal wounds but mostly minor cuts or dull aches, and only if not in battle.
Appearance: A strange color decorates his hair, a dark slate-gray that's actually more common in
a certain area of Lynthia. His eyes are a dark blue with grey mixed in, giving them a faint steel-look, and
his height is around 5'9". Shike's build is well muscled and very well fit, though he isn't bulky. His cloths
consist of dark grey and silvered colors with black thrown in here and there, normally long sleeved and
wearing pants rather than shorts. More often, at least when it's cold out, Shike wears a black-grey coat,
and his facial features are sharped but his expression says otherwise. Looking upon this young man,
you'll hardly ever see him stressed out or even serious, sometimes he appears lazy. A leather belt is
around his right shoulder to his left thigh, the belt holding on to a sheath that contains a long, katana
sword.
Personality: They say never judge a book by it's cover, but Shike may be an exception. Just as he
lets on by appearance, he's a very laid back guy that doesn't sweat the details. He'd rather lay around
and finish his nap during an earthquake than go around panicking like the others, or finish his meal
during an attack. Rarely would he question things, too, no matter how strange it can get. If someone
came up to him with two heads (one of them an animal) and told him they needed his help to find their
pet that "stole" their other head, he'd merely shrug and tell them to lead the way. Only if he felt it worth
his time, at least.
Despite this, though, Shike isn't lazy and can get things done. Sure, sometimes he may not feel like it but
when he says he'll get something done, he does it. Shike enjoys being sarcastic and messing with others,
and joining in on vocal-games whether the person is an ally or an enemy. However, he can lose patience
or become irritated if he's losing a fight, as Shike can be competitive. Granted, he doesn't get carried
away but he finds it especially humiliating if he lost a battle upon first meeting and will challenge the
person again, but if the two happen to see one another more than once, then over time Shike will start
to care less and less. Unless of course the person enjoys taunting and/or mocking him, then he may do it
out of fun but otherwise (if the person was just a jerk) it doesn't matter.
Shike can be one puzzling character, too. More often than not, you'll find him committing a crime and
wrecking havoc, but he contains some morals within him. Sometimes they're just way deep down. His lack
of ability to take things seriously can, at time, be an asset to his "enemies", too, as he may even help
them out if he feels like it and it doesn't violate his allegiance with his boss at all. Another moral of
Shike's, his loyalty. Once he's placed it with someone, it stays there, and he takes it very seriously. Don't
be fooled by his occasional good deeds, however, for Shike can be very evil when it comes down to it. Or
perhaps it's the other way around..?
History: The town of Leih-lay [Leh-lay] was where Shike was born and raised. It was a quiet
town, out in the plains west of the Castle and between the Capac and D'ya rivers. Leih-lay was known for
it's own "school" for aspiring knights, and eventually a base was put there for convenience of
surrounding locals since it was out of the way for both the Castle and Patrol. That was when Shike's
father came in, a gentleman that spoke knight both physically and spiritually. The king had dispatched his
father, Syrin, there as captain along with a few others including a small squad, and there they took on
any who were worthy of becoming knights and trained them. Syrin did what was expected of him, but the
captain had met an odd yet mysterious young woman that was born in the town, Milyna. Being a very
well trained ninja, she had first approached Syrin out of interest to serve the King, though she wasn't a
knight or was interested in becoming one, she still possessed skills she deemed worthy to put her up to
the task. Being the skeptical and old-fashioned man he was, Syrin didn't believe her (having already
received a number of disappointments already) but he was fair and gave her a chance. Milyna was true to
her word and was soon being sent on missions, either alone or with other knights, for the King or if
anyone needed help, though she and the captain began seeing more and more of one another between
duties. Soon their love was declared and Syrin settled officially in the town, building a house of their own,
and living within were the newest additions to the family: Shike and his little sister, Shiah.
For a long while, life was good, and at the age of ten Shike was inspired by his parents' devotion,
especially his father's, so took on being a squire so that one day he, too, will become a knight. He took
on small tasks, of course, mainly cleaning and fetching things, but as he grew older and more mature he
was given better jobs. Syrin was proud of his son and did his best to be the teacher, though every now
and then his job called him away. Shike didn't mind, he was equally as proud of his father and
understood, and he was around often enough. At the age of 15 (Shiah being 4), however, things took a
drastic turn. Defending a small town across the river, both of Shike's parents were killed during a bandit
raid. Shike was told they were fighting alone and holding them back until help arrived, which it did, but
not in time to save them. Often he was told it was because of their bravery that the town was saved, but
Shike became bitter and resentful. It didn't show outwardly, but he hated what his parents did and
dubbed them stupid and idiotic, selfish for their actions. That they would fight to the death and die, for
people they didn't even know, and leave those that loved and care for them behind without a second
thought. Brokenhearted, dark thoughts began brewing within Shike and he started questioning his
parents actions, if they really cared for him and his little sister, along with the knights. Telling Shiah of the
news was the hardest thing he had ever done, holding it off for as long as he could, and when he
eventually did he hated his parents ever more. He told her what most would of told a child, that their
parents went to a special place (for though Shike himself was angry with them, he didn't want Shiah to
be) and weren't coming back. Shiah didn't understand and began to cry, asking why, and Shike held her
while comforting her the best he could, only saying that it was their time and she'd understand when she
was older. But he made a solemn vow to her that he'd never leave her, and will always keep her safe.
That was the end of Shike's childhood as he took on the responsibilities of being an adult, the "man of
the house". He kept a living by continuing his squire duties and receiving help, such as food, from the
villages. He wouldn't accept charity, however, and would work extra hard to pay off what was given to
them. Shike hoped that eventually, though he now disliked them, he would become a knight and be able
to pay for things better and easier, and take care of Shiah on his own. Unfortunately, though, the new
captain of the guard was a very stern man and very traditional, acceptance into the Knighthood became
more difficult. For some reason he was very keen on teaching Shike personally, perhaps because of his
ability and that he was the son of the former captain and so expected much from him. Shike was his
personal squire and tried his best to be promoted, but his secret hatred and inability to always take
things seriously were holding him back. Often the new captain criticized and lectured Shike, each time
sending a fresh wave of dislike through him but always his jaw was set in a firm line and he took it, only
the thought of Shiah holding his tongue.
However, as if things weren't bad enough, tragedy struck. It happened about three years after their
parents passed on, Shiah hadn't completely gotten over it yet and was having one of her downed-days
so Shike took her out of the village to explore near the swamp. He didn't take her too close as it could be
a very dangerous place to visit, especially for a child playing, but there had been a smaller one close by
he visited often where the deepest bog was no bigger than your foot. It was here Shiah had been
cursed, Shike lost sight of her for only a few moments and she had found what looked to be a fairy. She
gave chase but when she caught it, trying to hide within a tree, she collapsed. Of course she was
immediately taken home, the physician that saw to her claiming she was fine, and the next day his
analysis seemed correct. But a change had come over her, she was emotionless, distant. She became
sick often with intense headaches and stomach aches. Shike was always there by her side during these
episodes and he eventually sent for a shaman, someone more experienced in this field of work. It was
revealed then that a deadly curse was placed on Shiah, though it wasn't her it was deadly toward. At
least not yet. Shike was warned that if not treated, Shiah will start drawing wraiths, gulls, and other
monstrosities to her, which will, in turn, attack the village. The shaman didn't know how to be rid of the
curse and nor did any others Shike asked after that (always having to pay a little extra for silence). For
months Shike kept this a secret, for the village, especially his master, would want to get rid of Shiah.
Shike wouldn't be able to handle that.
But of course, luck wasn't on his side. The new captain discovered Shiah's condition on Shike's 19th
birthday, a year after Shiah was cursed. During the time the town had been ravaged by the constant
threat of wraiths and banshees, along with other creatures, and have only survived because of the
knights living there. The captain didn't make the connection yet and had been too occupied with
defending the town, but Shike's excused absences became more often and noticeable as the months
passed along with the steady flow of shamans, clerics, healers, and witch doctors coming in and out of
town. Connecting the dots, he wondered if the appearances of the monsters and Shiah becoming ill
around the same time was coincidence or not, and eventually interrogated a couple of the hired
healers. Shike was on his way back from a mission when he saw the commotion at his house, his little
sister, frail and pale, was being dragged out of the house without a fuss. Catching on what could be
happening, Shike had rushed in and stopped them, begging for her to be left alone. The captain was
very disappointed in Shike for keeping this secret but told him he will not be punished because his
heart was in the right place, however it had to stop. The order was issued that the girl be executed.
Mortified, Shike desperately, but with the reasoning and dignity the captain would appreciate,
continued his arguments, hoping someone in the crowd would step up and help him, but all remained
back, too frightened and tired of the frequent visits of their night-time neighbors. The captain was as
stubborn as any knight, too, so instead Shike tried another approach, promising to take Shiah away
and they could leave the village. The captain denied his request, claiming that she would still be cursed
and bring danger wherever she went. Death was the only answer, not only for those around her but
for her as well. The captain had then told Shike to "open his eyes" and look upon the deranged form of
his sister, how much she was hurting and being tormented. To offer sympathy and end it. This,
however, enraged Shike. No one had any idea how Shiah felt or what she wanted, no one better than
him, and no one ever cared before. He attacked the captain but was soon outnumbered to do any real
damage, and had to use his ability to knock everyone off him. Grabbing Shiah, something strange
happened. His chakra was still surrounding his body, engulfing Shiah's own and somehow drawing out
whatever it was that was inside her. Both connected, and for a split second Shike thought she was
being cured, but instead it was like she was engulfed in flames. When they died down, in Shiah's place
was a black stone, a very dark, purple mist swirling within. It was flat, smooth, and oval shaped, and
picking it up it felt warm to the touch. He didn't know why, but he was positive Shiah's spirit, though
cursed, was still inside. Taking this with him, he used the villager's stunned reaction as a chance to
escape, and was never seen again.
Vocation: Unknown.
Strengths: Shike is able to turn his chakra into a living weapon if he so wished, either using it
to slice, block, or knock back enemies. He's fairly skilled with a katana blade as well along with kunai
and shuriken. His mother had taught him how to flow his chakra well and to meditate, so Shike's well
focused with quick reflexes. His laid back nature helps a lot with this for even if he does become
surprised, he doesn't dwell on it for long and can counter it properly.
Weaknesses: He has a tendency to underestimate his opponents and become cocky, which
that alone has given him plenty of trouble in the past. His competitive steak can get the better of him,
too, along with falling for certain taunts or "challenges". His chakra also can't be relied on constantly,
for though it's handy it's still part of his energy. When used to an extent, it can start to wear Shike out,
making him slower and more sluggish. It won't ever killed him, not unless he somehow gathered ever
last ounce of it and sent it out, but if in a battle it can still be deadly and give his opponent the upper
hand. It's because of this he uses his katana more often, only using his ability if his enemy is
exceptionally tough or in a fix. The chakra also starts to become weaker after each use.
Extra: The katana had been his mothers, being a ninja she practiced using her own chakra and
the blade was especially designed to transfer her own energy through the sword, to make it's reach
longer and sharper. It's this feature that makes the sword special, though it can still act like a regular
sword it's still rather plain. Shike always says that's the only reason why he keeps it, because with his
ability, he made much more use of it than his mother (as he says) and stronger.
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