Loyce Eldrin
"Were I someone of import, you would know."
Information
Full Name: Loyce Eldrin
(Not entirely his birth name)Race: Midlander HyurHeight: 6'0"Age: 41
(8th Sun of the 3rd Umbral Moon)Body Type: Lean/Athletic. 160lbs.Accent: Lowborn Ishgardian.
(Unless specified otherwise, Loyce always keeps his accent suppresed or faint.)Personality: A cautious and reserved man.
He cares deeply but trusts slowly,
even if the former does not always seem apparent.Relationship Status: Married to Lucea EldrinJob: Dark KnightLanguages: Eorzean (Fluent), Dragon (Studying), Old Elezen (Novice)
About
A midlander of middle age, Loyce is a senior Dark Knight, having walked the path since his youth and taking the blade the moment he became a man grown at eighteen summers. Though initially he tried to enact change from within the system, he only learned that the corruption could only be carved out. Years of living a double life as a House Knight by day, and a Dark Knight behind closed doors. Loyce's duality came to a head as he murdered his noble charge-- an act that earned him exile, as he knew there would be no justice for the likes of him before the Tribunal. An exile that has lasted nearly twelve years.He is a man that has suffered many betrayals, war, and even an illness that threatened to claim his life shortly after the end of the Dragonsong War. Taking to travel in the years following, Loyce has ever strove to uphold the creed that binds his ilk together.. Even going so far as to rebuild the Dark Knights as best he can.For it is the only life he has ever known.Anything else? Is on you to find out in RP.
RP Hooks
Common Hooks
Wanderer: Loyce travels about the Star hither and thither both for personal reasons and to fulfill his mysterious duties. From Thanalan, to Gridania, to even the Far East and Tural on occasion-- this knight wanders. Perhaps you've stumbled across him?Aetherically Challenged: Loyce has a damaged aetherpool; though he can still cast spells, his aether does not regenerate on its own via natural means. Perhaps you can sense this?Surprisingly Scholarly: This Dark Knight can often be found skulking about various libraries and bookstores about Eorzea; always carrying a book on hand and eager to delve more into learning. Perhaps you have seen him reading or browsing?Out of Place: Loyce holds on to the identity of the Dark Knight firmly, yet rarely expects those outside of Ishgard to even know what that is. His need to always be armed and armoured tends to make him stick out when compared to most local styles of gear and adventurer. Most certainly when he is in places like the Quicksand. Perhaps you've noticed him sticking out like a brooding thumb?
Uncommon Hooks
Vigilante: Loyce, or at the very least someone matching his description, has a reputation in various parts of Eorzea for being a vigilante. In the last few years, Ul'dah has been his most frequent haunt. Monetarists and possibly even the Syndicate despise him. Perhaps you've seen a mysterious hooded knight step in when no one asked?Dark Knight Mentor: Loyce is beyond any shadow of a doubt someone who not only walks the path of the Dark Knight, but actively seeks out others who already do, or might be willing to do, the same. Perhaps you share this burden? Or wish to take it upon yourself..Ishgardian: Though Loyce takes active steps to keep his origins vague, his mannerisms and style of armour betray him: accent or no, he does have a 'painfully, yet regrettably' Ishgardian way of being.Shadowbringer: An old, monolithic, ceremonial greatsword with a large red materia gem slotted just at the base of the blade that holds unsettling yet interesting enchantments. Why Loyce chooses to lug this large thing around over more practical options is a mystery for the ages. Perhaps his weapon has piqued your interest?
Rare Hooks
(please /tell before using!)
Dragonsong War Veteran: Like many Ishgardian knights, Loyce is a veteran of the Dragonsong War, albeit he fought on the side of the heretics. The man he was during those years is a far cry from who he is today. Perhaps you fought on the same side? Or against him..Decade+ Long Exile: Loyce has been in exile from Ishgard for well over a decade for the murder of a noblewoman and her sworn entourage. Perhaps you've seen an old wanted poster or two.Brume Rat: Loyce grew up in the Brume of Ishgard, spending the first 14 years of his life struggling to get by before ending up as a squire for his mentor in the Dark Arts. Perhaps you grew up around him? Or met him in the Brume..Ex-Temple Knight: Fully knighted by the time of his 18th nameday, Loyce served as a Temple Knight for the Holy See and as a House Knight for a minor nobility for many years before his exile; still maintaining his dark deeds when night would fall. Perhaps you've bumped into a younger and slightly more hopeful Loyce during his daytime patrols?The Ebonshroud: In line with his effort to find and train more Dark Knights, Loyce is the head of a multi-national secretive organization committed to the Dark Knight's cause and creed; protect the weak, punish the wicked. The Ebonshroud as an organization exists to support him and his knights in this effort-- even if the members themselves are not all Dark Knights. Perhaps you're seeking a righteous purpose in life..?
OOC
..Hand it over, that thing, your Dark Knight RP..Hi hello welcome to my OOC bits for OOC things:Timezone: EST
Walk-ups: Yes
Lore breaking: No
Lore bending: Within reason
Mare: No
Mare Alternatives: No
Character Sharing / Modpacks: NoI'm always on the look out for folks who wanna do long term story focused roleplay!Blending IC and OOC: Instant blacklist, this is my hard line.ERP: No
Romance RP: No
Dick small leave me aloneCombat RP: Yes, though Loyce isn't quick to spar with strangers.Themes: Yes.Please note that often times Loyce is either abrasive or simply not forthcoming. He's a damaged fellow that cares deeply, but is very slow to trust and even befriend. Nothing written ICly has OOC intentions or ill will.(Carrd updated: 6/29/25)
