Profile

Name: Nova Agapanthus
Age: ~85 - 90 (late 20's to early 30's for viera)
Pronouns: He/She/They
Orientation: Masc-leaning pansexual
Gender: Nonbinary/Genderfluid
Hair: Indigo Blue, loose curls that have some afro-texture to them (Nova is ethnically Black and Indian)
Eyes: Resembling the color of spessartine
Build: Toned
Employment: Botanist
Likes: Gardening, tea, partying, dancing, cooking, baking, fashion, fruity and fizzy beverages, flowers, pastries, ducks
Dislikes: Bitter foods, large fish (more scared of, actually), swans (also scared), swamps

Personality

Nova is a cheerful, fun-loving viera who’s always ready to lend a hand where he can. Energetic and passionate about his interests, he pursues both work and play wholeheartedly. He takes his job quite seriously,with over 40 years of experience, and it’s clear when his focus switches to solve a problem or deal with a rude customer. She will even go into danger if need necessitates it to get something essential, despite having very little combat skill. Some assume from their gentle countenance that he spends his evenings at home with a book as well, but he actually enjoys going out with his friends on the weekends. He’s a very social guy, if a little shy at first. He can also be mischievous, but never maliciously so.Nova is also a lover. He cares deeply for his friends and family, and still believes romantic love is possible for him, despite how much he’s been hurt and wronged in the past. He is caring and unafraid to let that come through, but having had it taken for granted repeatedly before, he is quick to retract it at the first sign of mistreatment. A very emotive person with anger in their arsenal. But treat him well, and you’ll have a friend for life.

Background

Nova was born to Lune and Suravi Agapanthus around 85 -90 years ago in Thavnair, underneath the gleaming stars. for which his namesake came from. The two had long since retired from a life of mercenary work and had settled down, now running a bookstore where Suravi minds the front and Lune does the carpentry (both manage inventory and orders). From the moment they were born, Nova’s mothers made sure to encourage them to explore life and embrace what made them happy to the fullest, leading to acceptance in all matters from gender to pursuits of interest.They did try to train Nova in combat arts, though. First the lance and spear, and when Nova showed neither aptitude nor fondness for the weapons, they tried the sword. Then axe. Then knives. The same result each time, and for a bit his mothers were worried. But at the same time, Nova would attend Survani when she would tend to the garden. He would ask about herbs--their names, functions, what they could be turned into. And they would always get a twinkle in their eye when the subject of vegetables would arise. With months, and then years of this behavior, his mothers realized that their darling child was being called to nurture and grow, rather than protect and destroy.
Immediately, all efforts towards combat training were abandoned, replaced with gifts of books on botany and encouraged experiments when growing seeds. Continuing this trend, Nova's excitement and passion only grew, as did his skills. Into her late teenage years, Nova's skill at growing produce rivaled Suravi's, and ability to crafts medicines and salves began to surpass her. Their culinary gifts had been well-cultivated by Lune by then as well, the two often collaborating for lunches and dinners.When Nova reached his early 20's, he felt the urge to travel. First around Thavnair, to learn about what grew in other areas, to expand their knowledge and their skillset. Then onward, across the ocean, to places no one in their family had been to before. At first, their mothers were a bit...worried, thinking of their only child going off alone. And admittedly it took several months of talk to get them to come around, but they eventually gave their blessing and heaps of support, as they always did. Which Nova quickly realized she was thankful for as the road ahead was anything but smooth. In those early days they got swindled more than once, hired help that cost too much and care too little, and found themself feeling small in a world that was so utterly big. But eventually, through trial and error, found their rhythm. They leaned into their sociability, dug down into their skills to stay grounded, and started to have fun.They eventually came to settle in Gridania, finding a new home amongst the trees and a sense of belonging at the Botanist's Guild. His knowledge from his travels proved a valuable asset, as did his tendency to learn fast. He's spent the last 40+ years there, a constant, comforting presence to those who work there, both old and new. Guiding alongside Fufucha. Experiencing happiness and heartbreak in equal measure, and writing and visiting home whenever she can.What adventure awaits them next?

About Me

Hello there! I’m Hunk, a 29 year old, black, nonbinary sapphic who’s gradually getting back into RP. I’m very new to the FFXIV RP scene specifically and so am doing my best to learn and observe and adjust.If you'd like to RP, feel free to send me a DM on Bluesky, a Tell in FFXIV, or walk up and talk if you find me at a venue!

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Guidelines

-21+ ONLY, both IC and OOC. Minors DNI at all.
- RP Tag on? Walk Up & Talk is OK!
- Light flirting IC is OK!
- If you don't get a chance to RP with me in game, you can try to contact me on Bluesky!
- Not looking for ERP-- it would take us knowing each other for quite a while for that to be put on the table.
- In-Character Romance isn’t completely off the table, but that would take time as well and lots of communication OOC. For consideration for OC romance, both you and your character must be 25+.
- Speaking of OOC, when it comes to bigger plots and/or heavier content, let’s talk about it! I want to make sure everyone is on the same page as much as possible. Both of us being comfortable is my highest priority.
- No hate of any kind will be tolerated, nor will any fetishization.
-I’m black and so is Nova; please do not use food to refer to him and his skin tone. (It’s happened to me before. Repeatedly.)
- That being said, my character and I are two different people. Please keep this in mind at all times.

Preferences

Timezone: I'm in EST, but I have no problem working with other timezones! Let's work together to find what works best for us!
Medium: In-game/Discord Para/Mixed
- I’m quite flexible with where and how! Although for long-term threads and/or replies of 3 or more paras at a time, I do prefer Discord. We can always discuss and find common ground!
Looking For : friends, slice of life, heavier plots/themes, casual conversation, silly moments, adventures, fight scenes, lengthy relationships (mostly platonic), rivalries, continuous/lengthy plot lines, developing narratives, AUs and more! I love both planning and spontaneity so let's have fun with it.
Shipping : At present, Nova is multiship and each romantic relationship with another OC will be contained within its own universe. Exceptions may be made if extensive talking and communication is had, but do not go in with this being the expectation.
Moon: Nova is paired to moon/mare so if we've talked before and you'd like to see how he actually looks in-game, feel free to ask!

Bonds

A constant WIP, if we RP or make connections between our characters and you'd like yours to be added here, just let me know! Platonic, Familial, or Romantic!

Hooks