Chaktawe Are Neat, Aren't They?

[Chijana]

Basically the Burning Lands are empty right now. If this has been holding you back from making a Chaktawe then hold back no longer! This ad is multipurpose, a first and minor purpose: Come and RP with me! Chaktawe, Benshira, Eypharian or what have you, I would love to get threads going with people. Click on my CS to see if you're interested. I'll be finishing it tonight and ready to post then. The second and main purpose of this post: A Family. Chaktawe live with a small population of tight knit families, so I'd like to get one! The thing is that Chijana's family has influenced her development heavily, and so they need to have certain things in their personalities certain ways. But RPing with a cast of NPCs feels limiting and boring, so I'm offering them up for PCs! Before you read their descriptions there are some things I want you to know. I am totally willing to let interested and good RPers change up these characters to suit them. If you're intrigued but one doesn't quite fit PM me and we'll see if something can be worked out. The mother was the one most integral in shaping Chijana's psyche and is the most difficult to change, but if you're up to the challenge, helicopter/tiger/ghost mom can be yours! The one I want adopted most is the brother, Jonashi, he's also the most flexible in the that fact that the only set things need be that he's nice to her and gave her a puppy two years ago. If you want him we can apply for the parents as NPCs and share them, which could be cool. I really don't want the family members dropping out on me, so if you're brand new go ahead and PM me and we'll see if something can be worked out, but I have bad experiences with dropped threads, so I'll probably put the character on hold for you. Names can be changed. If you want to RP but don't want one of these guys I would love to! (Also, sorry, I went a little overboard on the descriptions...) Akaupe : Relation: Mother Age: 26 at death (42) Concept: Never one to sit still, never one to be silenced, Akaupe flourished in the desert. The harsh land offered challenges, and she eagerly attacked one after another. The young woman was a hunter, and a very successful one. The young woman was growing in prominence in the tribe when she married Paochikua. It was a decision that baffled many, the strong, outspoken woman settling down with such a quiet man, and at such a young age. Though perhaps settled down is not the proper word. She still often disappeared into the dunes to hunt, vanishing without a word, save perhaps a reassuring whisper to her husband. This was how she carved a name for herself from the red rocks that the Kalanue call home. Until a new gift was given to her. At nineteen, after a little more than a year of marriage Akaupe became pregnant. The Chaktawe praise women who bring new life to the desert and the proud huntress relished in the powers of her body. Not only would she bring sustenance to her people but she would herald in strong bodies and minds. Jonashi was born healthy and strong, soon to be, in her eyes at least, a most gifted Chaktawe. He became her greatest treasure, and she eagerly watched him grow, teaching him to be the strong soul she could take pride in. A new goal seemed to be over taking her previous ambitions to become a great provider for the tribe. Akaupe’s dream seemed now to raise a family. And she approached this goal with the same tenacity and fire that had filled the rest of her life. Though Jonashi was her pride and joy, he was not coddled, nor would her next child be. But when the boy was three the family suffered a tragedy. Akaupe’s baby was stillborn. Sadly this was not the last hardship they suffered. Though the death of the newborn was a hard blow on Paochikua Akaupe seemed determined to ignore her ‘failure’. So little did she seem effected by the lost child that the Kalanue began to speak of the woman in whispers. But Akaupe continued to hunt, and so no truly hurtful words were ever spread. Besides, the most notable change was almost hidden from the tribe’s eyes. In the Akaupe’s eyes her love for Jonashi grew stronger. To an outsider’s eyes it would have looked like obsession. An obsession that continued until the boy was six and Akaupe was pregnant once again. For a woman of such intensity and determination it was not a difficult struggle to remain after her death in childbirth. She would raise her children to become the Chaktawe she dreamed they would be. It was her goal in life and the one thing that keeps her from reincarnation. With the disappointment she holds in her young daughter she has become nearly abusive, while Jonashi can do no wrong and is doted over and praised. Paochikua : Relation :[b]Father [b]Age:42 Concept: Paochikua is a calm man, and patient. He never gained much notoriety among his people because of his profession, but, until turmoil surrounded his family his reputation was a good one. As a man among the Chaktawe Paochikua is a crafter. He possesses some skill in weaving and sewing, enough to cover his children against the harsh rays of Syna’s desert light, however, his true skill and lively hood comes from carving and crafting. Though a nomad’s life rarely calls for trinkets who serve no purpose beyond their beauty Paochikua is an artist at heart. He has often embellished the more useful items used by his people, and his creations have brought him trade goods through exchange with the Benshira. As a father he is patient and forgiving. Paochikua has never missed an opportunity to teach his children something, and has never dealt with them in a cruel way. Though the occasional harsh tone has been used when merited Paochikua’s much more likely to discuss and reflect the consequences of actions with his children than to scold them. He is an encouraging man and far from a disciplinarian. As a husband Paochikua was a devoted man, now he is a beaten one. His wife was strong of body, mind and, most clearly, spirit, and perhaps it was their countering natures that attracted the two. Indeed, he and Akaupe lived well together, feeding from on another’s strengths and balancing each other’s weaknesses. While she was excitement, motivation and the explorer of the two he was the voice of reason in the relationship, heard clearly until her death. Now he rarely speaks loud enough to be heard over her, and often waits for private moments to speak to his children about something she disagrees with. Nonetheless, he loves her very much and holds the habit of running his fingers across the raised and shining Lacun mark clearly visible on his chest when worried or concerned about something. Jonashi (Claimed) : Relation : Brother Age : 21 Concept : Jonashi is a kind soul, much like his father, though he has never been as calm as the older man. This is perhaps a result of the obsessive attention and perfectionist ideals imposed on him by his mother, ideals so strong they hold her even after death. He has become a perfectionist himself, though softer and far more hesitant than his mother. In many ways the young man is self-depreciating and humble, reprimanding himself severely for minor errors. As his mother wished Jonashi has become a competent hunter and tracker, though the trade never truly attracted him. He does well enough to find his own food but the boy’s true gift seems to lie with Caiyha’s other creations. He understands well the desert fauna, knowing where certain plants grow and the properties of their bark, roots and leaves. He has often said the plants offer a serenity he struggles to find at home or among the dunes with the dangerous creatures of the Burning Lands. Perhaps he sees a glimmer of the same calm in his silent sister, for he cares a great deal about her, ever venturing to confront their mother about her wellbeing on several occasions. Though it may be that his interest in her is more medical, as he finds her stuttering difficulties intriguing and has often given her concoctions he calls ‘cures’. However, this is doubtful. None of his remedies have ever given her more than a mild stomach ache, in fact, the young man seems afraid to try anything more drastic on the child. He is protective of her, and patient, never treating Chijana in a cruel manner. But Jonashi is a solemn person, and seems to struggle with the emotional burden of his mother. Distant and disappointed with his father, he is rarely, if ever, tender toward his little sister, but rather a sturdy guardian for the girl. Though he was the one who brought her Waujaki as a puppy when he noticed she could speak to the animals without stuttering. P.S.: This is Drayton/Cilaes's Alt

Edit: The brother Jonashi has been claimed. I will keep the parents open for maybe a week more, and then I am going to apply for them as NPCs.

[Ma'ii]

I am more than willing to have Flashbacks. As a matter of fact, I want flashbacks anytime from 508 AV up to the start of the Priskil quest.