the berserk healer
a private & selective CHARACTER from FFXIV, as written and loved by kev-el.a study in the something, the unknown, the wacky, and crying over genshin's lore more than likely. write whatever you'd like here.
regulations
LANGUAGE RP: — User manage to talk both language (Spanish / English) either of them are confortable to use.
LONG TERM RP: — looking for characters to play a reoccurring role in each other's lives and stories. I am not necessarily looking to RP daily or weekly, but I would like to create an ongoing story and relationship.
PARA RP. — primarily a para-RPer (drifting between semi-para and multi-para as the scenario warrants, and to mirror to some degree). I would love to find others who have a passion for writing as an art.
IN-GAME RP. — looking for in game RP on the NA Data Centers. I would like to establish some rapport in game before doing any Discord RP, but I'm not opposed later down the line.
DYNAMIC RP. — stories, action, adventure, horror, drama, mystery, intrigue, tension, conflict, plotlines, combat, DMed events--this is what I would love to find! I am not opposed to social, casual, and "tavern" RP; I just view them as a given with anyone with whom I am already RPing and want to aim beyond that.
LORE-FRIENDLY RP. — I view lore as a guideline and a world-building device, and not a rigid mold to shape my characters and stories. I prefer not to disregard lore, but I am not "lore strict," either. I am fine with bending lore for the sake of a more interesting character or more compelling story, or filling in the gaps where the lore hasn't provided info, but I do not enjoy lore being "broken" with concepts that go directly against the established lore, or that are too outlandish to fit within it. Down for "rule of cool" and on board with most concepts if you can write them well and not break the suspension of disbelief or make things unfun. I am most comfortable RPing with those who have a similar approach.
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character title
NAME.. . . . . . . . . . Shiunne
ALIASES.. . . . . . . The Relentless, NEXUS BEING
AGE.. . . . . . . . . . . . 45 yrs
SPECIES.. . . . . . . . Hyur - Highlander
BIRTHDAY.. . . . . . 08/14
GENDER.. . . . . . . She ( she/her )
ORIENTATION. pansexual
LOCATION.. . . . . . Ishgard
OCCUPATION.. . . Master of Magic and Healing
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“Only once you know and respect death, can you truly understand the value of life”
personality
MBTI.. . . . . . . . . . , mbti
TEMPERMENT. arrogant
ALIGNMENT.. . . , alignment
LIKES.. . . . . . . . . . .
Stargazing: Nexus finds solace and inspiration in observing the celestial bodies, seeking patterns and insights within their movements.
Forbidden Knowledge: She's drawn to ancient tomes and artifacts, fascinated by the forbidden and esoteric.
Solo Pursuits: Nexus enjoys solitary activities that allow her to focus without distraction, be it in intense studies or honing her combat skills.
Challenging Adversaries: She relishes facing formidable opponents, viewing each encounter as an opportunity to test her strength and strategies.
DISLIKES.. . . . . . .
Ignorance: Nexus has little patience for those she deems intellectually lazy or lacking in ambition.
Rules and Traditions: She often clashes with conventional Viera customs and restrictions, preferring to forge her own path.
Incompetence: Nexus despises incompetence or indecisiveness, considering it a waste of potential.
Being Underestimated: She detests when others underestimate her abilities or intelligence, often reacting with hostility when challenged in this manner.
HOBBIES.. . . . . . . In their spare time, Nexus finds solace and rejuvenation in nature. They enjoy exploring the depths of the forests, taking long walks amidst the tranquil beauty of the wilderness. Nexus also finds joy in studying the stars, observing celestial patterns, and deciphering the secrets they hold. They are known to spend hours stargazing, finding inspiration and peace in the vastness of the cosmos.
apperance
HEIGHT.. . . . . . 6'5
HAIR.. . . . . . . . . light honey
EYES.. . . . . . . . . of color ( pink & blue )
BODY TYPE. huge AMAZONIAN height
OTHER.. . . . . . . any other physical features of note, you can write out more here
history & more
Nexus was born during a rare astral alignment when several constellations stood in opposition—an omen long regarded by Sharlayan astrologians as a sign of disruption and transformation. Her birth was marked by unusual aetheric disturbances: lights flickering without flame, winds shifting unnaturally, and the faint sensation of being observed by the heavens themselves.Raised among Highlander kin who valued physical prowess and survival through strength, Nexus was considered an anomaly. Rather than excelling in combat or endurance, she demonstrated an acute sensitivity to aether—especially currents tied to life, fate, and celestial motion. She could sense shifts in weather before clouds formed, feel emotional unrest through aetheric imbalance, and instinctively trace star patterns without formal education.This divergence isolated her early, forcing her to rely on observation rather than belonging. In solitude, she learned discipline, self-sufficiency, and emotional restraint—traits that would later define her presence.✦ PATH OF HEALING ✦Her journey eventually carried her north to Ishgard, where she pursued structured study under the rigid doctrines of Astrologian tradition. There, Nexus learned to read fate through star globes, celestial charts, and divining decks—understanding not only what may occur, but when intervention would cost more than inaction.Yet Ishgard’s teachings lacked compassion. Fate was treated as immutable, suffering as necessary.Disillusioned, Nexus left for Gridania, seeking balance rather than prediction alone. Under the guidance of the Padjal and conjurers of the Twelveswood, she undertook the arduous path of White Magic, learning that healing was not about erasing pain—but restoring harmony between aether, body, and spirit.Where Astrologian arts taught her foresight, White Magic taught her responsibility.Together, these disciplines shaped her belief that healing is not mercy—it is cosmic maintenance.✦ ASTROLOGIAN CARD RP DETAILS ✦Nexus’s divining deck is unique, each card attuned through ritual meditation and aetheric binding. She believes cards do not predict fate—they reveal pressure points within it.Her readings are precise, intentional, and never theatrical.Card Interpretations (RP Use):
• The Balance – Judgment; restoration through equality or sacrifice
• The Arrow – Urgency; action must be taken before opportunity decays
• The Spear – Commitment; hesitation will result in loss
• The Bole – Endurance; survival through patience, not resistance
• The Ewer – Renewal; life reclaimed after depletion
• The Spire – Risk; power gained at the cost of certaintyIn RP:
• She may refuse to act if the cards remain unclear
• A drawn card can alter her demeanor or decision-making
• She may draw cards silently during tense conversationsPayment for readings varies—coin, information, favors, or truths others hesitate to give.✦ PERSONALITY ✦Nexus is commanding, disciplined, and emotionally reserved. She speaks with purpose and expects others to do the same.
• Strategic
• Highly observant
• Uncompromising standards
• Low tolerance for inefficiencyShe exudes natural authority—an ENTJ presence—often assuming leadership without announcement. While not unkind, she has little patience for emotional indulgence or indecision.Trust is earned slowly, but once granted, she becomes fiercely loyal and relentlessly protective. She does not seek recognition for this devotion; survival is thanks enough.
✦ PREVIOUS NAME ✦
Former Name: Shiunne
Before she was known as Nexus, she lived under the name Shiunne.
Shiunne was softer—more idealistic, more willing to shoulder burdens alone. That name belonged to a woman who believed knowledge alone could save others, who pushed herself beyond safe limits in pursuit of understanding.The name is no longer spoken aloud.
Nexus considers Shiunne a necessary loss—someone who had to be abandoned in order to endure what followed.
✦ PAST LIFE (LEGEND) ✦
Whispers among scholars and aether-sensitive individuals suggest Shiunne herself was not the beginning.
Ancient fragments speak of a woman—unnamed or deliberately erased—who served as a warden of celestial balance, intervening when fate threatened to collapse under its own weight. This figure manipulated astral currents beyond mortal tolerance, anchoring reality through sacrifice rather than conquest.
Some believe Shiunne was an echo of this being.
Others insist Nexus is its continuation.
Her memories are incomplete—dreams of collapsing stars, fractured constellations, and hands stained not with blood, but with light.
Whatever the truth, her magic responds as though it has done this before.
✦ CURRENT ROLE ✦
Now settled near Gridania, Nexus operates quietly as:
• A celestial consultant
• A battlefield White Mage
• A discreet advisor for matters of fate, prophecy, and aetheric imbalance
She avoids acclaim and public authority, preferring controlled influence. When disaster looms, she intervenes early—often unseen—adjusting fate before it fractures.
Those who recognize the signs know one truth:
If Nexus is watching the stars, something is already wrong.