Zederick Qadir

Not all who wander are lost.

About

⌲ Full Name: Zederick Qadir
⌲ Nicknames: Zed, Z, Smokes
⌲ Race: Hyur (Dalmascan)
⌲ Birthplace: Valnain, Dalmasca
⌲ Birthday: 15th Sun of the 1st Astral Moon
⌲ Age: 32
⌲ Height: 6' 6" (198cm)
⌲ Build: Tall, Lean, Athletic (Runner)
⌲ Hair Color: Dark Brown
⌲ Eye Color: Emerald Green
⌲ Orientation: Heterosexual
⌲ Alignment: Chaotic Neutral
⌲ Occupation: Mercenary / Gleaner
⌲ Languages: Common, Dalmascan, Hannish, Hingan, Garlean

Miscellaneous Facts
⌲ Zederick Qadir is not his given name.
⌲ He has a fear of chocobos (and their riders in particular).
⌲ He likes his bourbon neat.
⌲ He is almost always smoking.
⌲ Despite how frequently he smokes, he smells of sage and sandalwood.
⌲ He will never start a sentence in the first person ("I/My").
⌲ He will fidget with his rings when he is uncomfortable.
⌲ His gunblade is named "Evermore."
⌲ He does not like eating cold things, but he does chew on ice.
⌲ Small critters tend to follow him. He will never admit to enjoying that.
⌲ His diet mostly consists of seafood and poultry. He prefers not to eat red meat unless there's nothing else. Vegetables are fine.

Character Hooks

⌲ Sharlayan Gleaner (Common): An occupation far from what he'd ever believe himself to settle into, gleaning has become much more than his career: it's become his passion. There is no assignment he won't take, and no request he will refuse. Though the thrill of danger exists with some facets of the job, Zed genuinely loves being able to sit, observe, and take in the beauty of nature. He won't shy away from a conversation on his duties or the assignments he's been on recently. It might take a drink or two for him to warm up to you, though.⌲ The Mercenary (Common): Though his job pays quite well, there are always odd jobs here and there. While he would consider his time as a bounty hunter to be over, the occasional posting may catch his eye. Be it relic acquisition, guard duty, or something far more sinister, Zed is always available. For the right compensation, of course.⌲ Virtue and Vice (Common): With a moral compass that doesn't often point north, he does what's right by him. He had grown up with the stories of the Zodiac Braves: he knows the sort of person he wants to be. Even the best, however, will need to blow off steam every now and then. You may find him with a cigarette in one hand, bourbon in the other. All the while, the gil in his pockets flows freely and without a care. That is, until the next morning.⌲ In Search of Alchemy (Intermediate): It's his job to be prepared for any outcome. It's what he tells himself, at least. With each assignment comes new threats, new opportunities; every job means the hours slip by, rest eluding him once more. While he doesn't mind losing his forty winks, he often searches for local alchemists who might have their favored proclivities. Their knowledge of local fauna makes their advice invaluable. If they also know how to mix a strong cup of coffee, that'll do just fine.⌲ The Quiet Life (Intermediate): Grease on his hands, grime on his clothes. Though he loathes to settle down for long periods of time, there are the rare moments of a lack of assignments from the Archeion. With newfound free time, Zed will travel back to Idyllshire & the Hinterlands for much-needed rest and relaxation. A broken-down motorcycle sits outside his home, barely covered by a tarp. Half-finished renovation projects lie scattered throughout his abode.⌲ No More, No Less (Rare): He will be the first to tell you the sort of man he is: a nobody. It's just "Zed." There is nothing special about him, nothing worthwhile to dig into. He would much rather talk about you, of your experiences. To live vicariously through you. To want what you want. That would make him satisfied. Yet beneath his self-effacing facade lies a wealth of untold stories and hidden depths.⌲ Nevermore (Discussion Required): Maybe he should go back. Could they still be searching for him? Would they even remember him? How could he go back? He knows what happened, what he did — they all do. Qadir will have to suffice. A new name, a new look. A new life. Leave it all behind. Leave no trace. Stay quiet, stay on the move. Give them nothing. The sands will be nothing more than a memory. But the past has a way of catching up, no matter how far you run.

OOC Information

Thanks for taking the time to read about one particularly grumpy gleaner.Feel free to send me a message if you'd like to set up some writing, if you have questions about Zed or if you'd just like to chat.As a few general notes:
⌲ I'm alright with lore bending as it can be a fun and creative thing, provided it doesn't break the established lore.⌲ I personally like character growth so while I have slice of life listed, it's not my preferred scene unless we both get something out of it.⌲ The character is incredibly perceptive. I will use old logs of ours (if we have them) and information on carrds to engage with you. If something is off-limits, let me know!⌲ Scheduling is a must for me as I like to give proper attention and respect to people who want to engage with me and my character. If Discord writing is your preferred method, let me know as I can accommodate to that.⌲ Zed exists in a loose time bubble. Due to the nature of his job, he can also be anywhere. As I want to respect the time and energy you've sunk into your character, please give me some indication of where (or when) Zed should be for a potential scene.

⌲ Server: Balmung, Crystal
⌲ Timezone: EST/EDT
⌲ Availability: 6:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m.
⌲ Post Length: 1-2 Paragraphs, Mirrored
⌲ RP Themes: Adventure, Comedy, Dark/Horror, Mature (e.g., morally grey choices, violence, and/or questionable adherence to the law), Slice of Life
⌲ Not Interested In: Underage individuals, fetish content/characters. The usual red flags. Don't be weird and don't be a dick.Contact
⌲ In Game: Zederick Qadir@Balmung (Walk-Up/Tells Welcome)
⌲ Discord: zederick
⌲ Mare Synchronos: Available for consistent writing partners