In Shadows

an artist and art conservator on the surface, but still waters can run deceptively deep. in truth, clover fyth is a watcher of a cell for a secret organization known as the silent grove.

❛  Opportunity makes a thief. Improvisation makes an artist.  ❜

Guidelines

  rule 001.   : preface.  
I enjoy plotting and forming long term RP connections, and prefer writing with people and characters 25+. however, i run an RP-based free company called the silent grove, so that takes up the majority of my time.  rule 002.   : clarity.  
Typos and grammar errors happen either way, but please try to keep it to a minimum. I have difficulties visually processing long strings of words in-game and this can make it more difficult for me. I understand those that are esl though!  rule 003.   : interest.  
Fleshing out and digging into the psychology of characters and their interactions fascinates me, and most of my RP is geared towards that.  rule 004.   : content.  
I am open to all types of RP but am not interested in romance or erp.Themes of violence are commonplace in my writing.  rule 005.   : best suited for...  
action, adventure, crime, mystery. i am very comfortable dming plots/stories as well, though that's typically reserved for my fc.

  rule 006.   : credit.  
GPoses and artwork are by myself. I also (very lazily) edited the images used for this carrd, but the carrd template is credited at the bottom of the page. some of my gposes are also credited to auhert legrand.I am not accepting art commissions or art trades, and I do not allow any use of my art in any capacity without explicit permission.  rule 007.   : writer.  
Hello! Call me Isa. I'm 25+ and am in the Pacific time zone. I enjoy art, reading, and RPing when it strikes my fancy. I love doing content as well and I'm always happy to run stuff with others.  rule 008.   : seeking...  
I'm mostly interested in finding new friendships and connections for Clover. And, admittedly, any connections that can work for the silent grove. Send me your crime characters please. :)  rule 09.   : not seeking...  
I'm not interested in any OOC relationships beyond friendship, thank you for understanding!I also prefer to write with characters that are balanced power/skill-wise.

About

  •   name    clover fyth.

  •   alias    and give it away so easily?

  •   age    122.

  •   pronouns    she/her or they/them.

  •   race    viera.

  •   clan    rava.

  •   origin    golmore jungle.

  •   location    nomadic.

  •   mbti    enfj-a.

  •   alignment    chaotic good.

Premise

On introduction, Clover will state she's merely a conservator and artist; tasked with restoring damaged or destroyed paintings for museums, historical organizations, or individual clients.If you manage to get past that outer shell, you may or may not learn that Clover is a figure in the criminal underworld; once prolific in stealing rare and high-value art from the corrupt elite. She's since (mostly) put that work behind her, instead focusing on training the next generation of gold-hearted criminals.Clover is an analytical, cagey individual that takes pride in trying to stay one step ahead. She's unflappable, and quick-thinking, and boasts a sharp tongue when it comes to negotiations or getting herself out of trouble — usually in as deceptive or facetious manner as she can. Those that encounter her may notice she has something of a dry sense of humor, though a deflecting, secretive nature to her.

Statistics

  •   strength    ★★☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆

  •   perception    ★★★★★★☆☆☆☆

  •   endurance    ★★★☆☆☆☆☆☆☆

  •   charisma    ★★★★★☆☆☆☆☆

  •   intelligence    ★★★★★★★☆☆☆

  •   agility    ★★★★★★★★★☆

  •   luck    ★★☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆

Features

  •   height    6 fulm, 2 ilm.

  •   weight    180 ponzes.

  •   eyes    green.

  •   scars    the usual that comes from combat; nothing distinct.

  •   languages    golmorran, eorzean common, sign (golmore, common), hingan, ishgardian.

Abilities & Skillsets

  Wind-marked    A boon of her tribe; Clover is able to travel undetected and unseen when in nature.  Whisperlock    Pins, tumblers and safes are her specialty. She can crack into almost any locked room, chest, or safe with ease.  Eye for Detail   A supposed art curator by trade, Clover can tell much about a painting based on the texture, scent, or tone of paints used, the fabric of canvas, or even the preservatives in use.  Unfamiliar Face    Prior to becoming a Watcher for the Silent Grove, Clover stayed a step ahead in her thieving by crafting different aliases and identities. As a result, she's become very good at - and accustomed - to changing her appearance, name, and personality as required.

History

  • While no records of Clover are easily found, likely due to the fact that this is also a false alias, the woman who holds the namesake once lived as an art historian and conservator in Rabanastre, Dalmasca prior to it being conquered by the Garlean empire.

  • Coincidentally, most of her targets during her more active days as a thief seem to be art pieces taken from Imperials of note -- hinting at a potential bias of taking from the very people that once took her home.

Bonds

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Hooks

  •   Networking.   Though Clover is often commissioned to steal only specific pieces, some items may find their way into her pockets along the way. It pays to have good fencers or buyers to move inventory.

  •   Artwork.   Whether it's restoring a damaged painting, appraising a found one, or even painting an original work, clover has a strong expertise when it comes to the subject... as well as a vested interest.

  •   Commissions.   Following that line of thought, it's not uncommon for others to seek her out to commission a painting. portraits are her specialty, and her style borders on surrealism - done to capture the spirit and soul of a person, rather than merely imitating their appearance. on the other side of the coin, however, clover takes on commissions to procure certain rare, high-value pieces for specific clientele.

  •   Dalmasca.   Once upon a time, Clover was but an art curator, and painter of various figures of importance within the Kingdom. Following the Empire's invasion, however, others may better remember her better as being tied to leading a resistance cell before disappearing.

  •   The Empire.   A good deal of works stolen were actually various pieces taken from locations conquered by imperial forces. She can be something of an unnamed menace then in that regard, and it could be a matter of time before the military force — or pocket remnants of what's left of them — decides to look into preventing any further escapades from her by going on the offensive.

  •   Clandestine.   rare. Information brokers, well-networked criminals, spies, and higher ranking (former or current) resistance members in Dalmasca may recognize her ties to the organization known as The Silent Grove, a Robin Hood like entity that targets those that are corrupt in their power and wealth to help the impoverished. Allies may have access to hiring Grove agents for specific work, information, or contracts.