Sharon Raynsford
Sorceress, Artificer, Adventurer, Business Co-owner
At a Glance
Race: Hyur (Highlander)
Age: Mid-30's
Height: 6'0" (1.83m)
Job: Sorceress, Artificer, Business & Logistics officer
Major Classes: Black Mage, Gunbreaker, Machinist, Red Mage
Minor Classes: ArcanistSharon Raynsford appears in her mid-30's as a rather laidback individual, standing at 6'0" (1.83m). At a glance, she seems to be a friendly and approachable person, quick to smile and converse with strangers. Most times, the Highlander is armed either with her staff or a gunblade slung over her back.
Background
Historically, Sharon was part of the Gyr Abanian Resistance when the Mad King Theoderic was brought down, only to be one of many refugees fleeing across the continent to Old Sharlayan. Studying as an arcanist and thaumaturge for almost a decade, Sharon returned to the mainland, carving out a name for herself as an experienced adventurer and returning to help what remained of the Gyr Abanian Resistance.Now, Sharon is the co-owner of Dire Wolf Engineering alongside her wife Leyana, based out of Ishgard, where they work on magitek and airship commissions. Between the two, she handles more of the business and logistics side of the company, leaving Leyana to work freely as the company's chief engineer. She's developed a keen interest in the world of technology over time, often looking to apply her own knowledge of magic into her work.In her free time, she continues to study the arts of magic, particularly the forms of thaumaturgy and arcanism she still employs and their technological applications. She loves to read and still yearns to adventure to new places and discover old relics.
RP Hooks
Once an adventurer, always an adventurer. Sharon loves to explore new places, and an offer to visit new and exotic locales within and beyond Eorzea would definitely get her attention.
Recent circumstances have lead Sharon down the path of forbidden magic. Now holding a black mage's soul crystal hidden from view, the highlander has been pursuing further knowledge into the art. She's careful and respects the danger, but will her curiosity bring a colleague or trouble?
As a mage and artificer, magical nearly-forgotten relics and tomes hold a particular interest for her. Whether it involves some adventuring or investigating, Sharon would definitely seek to collect or help identify such artifacts.
Need some magitek work done or an airship retrofitted? Sharon can make sure the job gets done. She or Leyana can be found in the workshop or office of Dire Wolf Engineering when at work.
Sharon enjoys spending time in public around the local taverns and bars, though she tends to be reserved and listens to others instead. It won't take much to get her chatting and hanging out, however.
Her presence within the Gyr Abanian Resistance, Old Sharlayan, and Ishgard has helped establish herself in different circles. Perhaps she could be recognized from these places and organizations.
OOC Info
Mateus (Crystal data center)
Personally resides in the Mists, La Noscea (Ward 16, Plot 53)
Can be found at work in Empyreum, Ishgard (Ward 4, Plot 37)
On Discord! Hit me up in-game for details.I'm down for most all RP and am 21+. If the listed RP hooks may not work, we can work something else out!I'm a bit of an old hand in RP from other communities, from Neverwinter Nights to City of Heroes, though I've only started in FFXIV since late Shadowbringers.
Art
Artist: Suppa-Rider
Artist: Atleion
