I'chaii Malphur.

Local Bard,
Eikon Slayer,
Warrior of Light,
and one hell of a good cook.

SPOILER WARNING: Spoilers up to 6.0 of Endwalker ahead, and will contain spoilers for Endwalker patches 6.1+ after release. there be dragons here!

About.

I'chaii is many things. Passionate, Caring, and Loving, but hurt those he loves, and you'll regret it. He helps those in need, and does so with a smile. He I'snt afraid of getting his hands dirty, and is the life of the party wherever he goes. He's living proof that you can survive even the most unlikely of situations, even if everything seems lost.I'chaii Malphur is an accomplished Man, whether that be out in the field, on the stove, or playing many instruments. Holder of many a title, and a man who means a lot to many people, But it was not always so.Growing up a spoiled princeling of sorts in the I clan, all was poised for him to become the next Nuhn before he realized he preferred men over the fairer sex, and was cast from his home, but it didn't bother him too much. it gave him an excuse to not deal with all that came with clan life, and discover the new world he was given.Out to Gridania would he eventually ride, and little did he know how much his life would change from that moment on....

Info.

Gender: Male (he/him) || Sexuality: Gay
Race: Miqo’te: Seeker of the Sun || Age: 29 (24, ARR)
Birth: 14th Sun of the 4th Astral Moon (7/14) || Patron Deity: Byregot, The Builder
Height: 68 Ilms ( 5'8 ) || Hair: Brown with Blonde highlights
Eyes (Pre-SHB): Green || Eyes (Post SHB): Green (L), Light Gold; blind (R).
Job: Sellsword (Pre ARR), Scion
Main: BRD | Secondary: PLD, DRG | DOH/DOL: FSH , CUL
Title: The Song Upon The Wind
Allies: Scions of the Seventh Dawn, The Maelstrom, House Fortemps, Flow
Voice Claim: Jonah Scott (ENG) | Tsuda Kenjiro (JP)

Jobs.

BRD: With I'chaii's humble start as an archer, he continued to study the craft until near perfection, constantly testing his limits, when he heard talk of an old master- there, he would study to become one the the greatest Bards in Eorzea.PLD: Taking up The House Fortemps Shield after Haurchefant's passing, he pledged to keep those important to him safe. He wouldn't lose another person like that again. To those we have lost, and to those we can yet save.DRG: Inspired by the Azure Dragoon himself, I'chaii becomes a Dragoon to familiarize himself with the lance and diversify his skillset, and in the process rivals even Estinien himself.... but Estinien still has seniority over him.FSH: He picks up the rod in his free time, and finds he's got quite the knack for it! when he's not busy saving all manner of folk, you can often find him on chocobo back scouting for the next fishing hole.CUL: He started humble, to keep himself fed on the road, and when he makes his home in La Noscea, he figures he'd join the guild to teach himself some more complex recipes. now, he's one of the best Culinarians around, and many claim his cooking to be some of the best in Eorzea.

History.

From the very start, to the bitter end.major spoilers up to 6.0+ ahead.

A Realm Reborn.

Where it all started. Cast from the I tribe, he would Go to Gridania to study the bow, where he eventually meets Yda and Papalymo of the Scions of The Seventh Dawn, and joins their cause to help keep Eorzea safe from the primal threat. Little did he know that his life was about to be flipped upside down, and he would face many more challenges down the road.... But he would meet many more friends along the way.

Heavensward.

After being accused of the assassination of the sultana of Ul'dah, I'chaii would flee to Coerthas, finding refuge under Lord Haurchefant's care. There, He would meet Ser Aymeric, and gain entry into Ishgard. however, Their newfound peace would soon be disturbed, as the Dragonsong War was boiling over to a head. Though many allies, new anf old, would help secure Ishgard's future, I'chaii would learn that all things come with a cost... blood spilled, and loved ones lost. But he would go on. For those we lost. And for those we can yet save.

Stormblood.

Following The end of the Dragonsong War, Another bloody battle loomed on the horizon. I'chaii would go on to help Lyse and the rest of the Scions in going to Liberate Ala Mhigo and Doma from Imperial Rule, but not without its share of sacrifice. Zenos would prove his most challenging fight so far, and proves how weak hes is. I'chaii becomes disillusioned with the state of the world here, and is tired of all the fighting... All the loss. The friends he has to leave behind.... but he must go on. For the people who need him. to help those who cant help themselves.

Shadowbringers.

After the liberation of Doma and Ala Mhigo, He would ride the success for a while... but it was short lived. I'chaii would slowly lose almost every Scion, and eventually, he would fall too... only to awake in The First, one of the Reflections of the world that split apart from The Source. There, he would find his friends.... but he would find the horror of a world all but lost to a calamity- and though he would make new friends... he would lose countless more. unimaginable loss in a cruel world that has no love for its people. and he would just about lose his own life too. He would win, in the end, but would barely make out out alive. He came out with new physical and mental scars.... and wondering if this was all worth it.

Endwalker.

An adventurer yet to be written.

Relationships.

Characters who've impacted his life, for better or for worse.major spoilers up to 6.0+ ahead.

Cho'mia Varlineau.

I'chaii's adoptive brother, these two are closer than most. They met by chance one day in a Southern Thanalan cave, and after saving him from the desert, took him on all his adventures since. Cho'mia is a bit of a trouble maker, but knows I'chaii has his back, and loves his brother dearly. Though you may find them fighting and bickering, you'll usually find a smile on one of their faces. Just dont get on his bad side, becuase you'll be on I'chaii's as well!

Azren Malphur.

I'chaii's husband, They met in Limsa Lominsa, Where Azren would regularly listen to him preform in full armor. He didn't find out what he actually looked like until Azren happened to save him during a dungeon, and he began visiting him more. They became close allies soon after, but I'chaii fell head over heels for him. It all came to a head after Azren realized he returned the feelings after being whisked away to the first, where he would spend 5 years without I'chaii. They would confess, and be wed soon after they got everyone back safely to the source.

Haurchefant Greystone.

Haurchefant was many things to I'chaii. A dear friend, a steadfast ally, and his first love. Haurchefant only saw the best in him, his burning passion a beacon to I'chaii following his days as a wanted criminal. He saw past his titles, and saw him as himself- I'chaii. Their love was passionate, but short lived, and I'chaii will always feel as if his death was his fault. no matter how much time passes, some wounds never heal. He only hopes he can live up to Haurchefant's expectations, and make him proud...

G'raha Tia.

During their Halcyon days back before the adventure during the first, theirs was a friendship was just blossoming. And though not as much time has passed for I'chaii, its been hundreds for G'raha. I'chaii is G'raha's closest friend, and his inspiration. He would do anything for his dear friends happiness, even if it means risking his own life, much to I'chaiis dismay. He's kindled a deep love for the man, and though he know his feelings wont be returned, to see him happy and be by his side is all he needs... after all, their adventure continues, together. want more could he want?

Aymeric de Borel.

I'chaii looks up to Aymeric, and considers him one of his closest friends. Aymeric has been there through thick and thin, offering I'chaii a steady hand to lift himself out of even the darkest of times. His optimism and kindness is a breath of fresh air to see in a world full of harsh realities, and I'chaii will forever be grateful to him for everything he's done, in Ishgard and beyond. Alas, an unspoken love runs between them, though, one that runs deeper than just friendship.... but it wasn't meant to be in this life.

Ardbert.

Though their initial meeting in the source was less than friendly, A once bitter enemy through trials in the first has become I'chaii's most misunderstood friend. Through the combination of their souls, I'chaii owes his life to the man, and whenever he misses their banter, their late night talks, and times they would confide in one another... He closes his eyes and places his hand on his chest, and takes a deep breath. Knowing that deep down, he's with him, every step of the journey. Two sides of the same coin, brothers in arms.

Lue-Reeq.

Meeting in the First, He would eventually become one of I'chaii's first true friends in that world... Though they would go through their struggles. Watching him grow up, from a spoiled rich kid to a fighter who's not afraid to stand up for what he believes is right, not afraid to get his hands dirty, and taking the first step... he's reminded of himself when he was young, and smiles. He treats him like he would a brother, both teasing him and teaching him, and hopes he goes on to do great things.

Emet-Slech.

During their final confrontation, Ardbert rejoining with I'chaii restored some memories of his original life. There, the truth of both himself and Hades came to light. He was Apollo- Azem, of the convocation, and he was Hades- his love. Regardless of the truth, he had to be stopped- but it would not be the end. Watching over I'chaii's journey, he would play a vital role in the past and future of the star during the Final Days... Becuase, whenever Azem would call, Emet-Selch would answer.