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✊Would your OC win in a fight against an ostrich? For the OC Ask Game. (@daftydrafty)
@daftydrafty This really is a fun one isn't it? XD
✊ Would your OC win in a fight against an ostrich?
Dice time and dice say Sindre!
Sindre would not fight an ostrich. That's being mean to an animal that's only (potentially) protecting its home or offspring, why would he want to hurt them? Of course, if he had to, he would win. No, I am not explaining how. c:
ooo xuan and sindre for the character dynamics??
Okay, okay, I love these two very much, but disclaimer that “Sindre” is uh. Tricky. To talk about sometimes, and his identity contains a bit for spoilers.
”Sindre” goes by quite a few names, and can notably shift his appearance due to his skill with illusion magic. When Captain Xuân first meets him (about the middle of book two), he’s going by the name “Runi” and has a very different role from the one he did in book one. But when Xuân is made aware that their new companions recognize this “Runi” as a Navy officer, uh...
They may or may not hold him at swordpoint and threaten to take his life. So, how's that for first impressions?
Without revealing too much, here’s a run-down of Xuân’s perception of Runi after realizing his other identity:
Meanwhile, Runi’s opinion of Xuân:
This was difficult! A lot of the relationship between these two hinges on major spoilers, so I’m afraid the lists are rather repetitive and sparse! Either way though, thank you for the ask, lovely! <3
12 and 10!
Ooohh, these are neat!
Describe or summarize from your wip…
12. A scene that marks a big change
A big huge change event that happens in Two Witches Woven is actually coming up shortly in my writing, so here's a fun summary without too many spoilers!
Dione kinda maybe takes the Siren's Soul without asking (yunno, like stealing) and uses it with her magic to destroy a device the Scientist built to help the Navy in taking over a siren Haven. Problem is... she ends up using too much magic from the artifact, and as a consequence, the Siren's Soul has to replenish that magic from somewhere...
It's a shame all the magic that's currently keeping her alive is the closest source. :o
10. Your newest character
He's not even basically a character yet, I just have a role and a name! And he's possibly not even canon!
Dakari Noyoko is a young but prestigious siren hunter who has worked with Rose on the occasional job where she's needed someone with similar expertise. Sindre may be her assistant, but his talents definitely don't align with siren hunting, so when Rose hears tell of a magical artifact protected by sirens nearby, Dakari is called in to help.
Many problems make themselves readily apparent when Dakari discovers some very important things Sindre's been keeping secret--plus, against all his wants, seems Sindy has a bit of a crush~
AND I ALREADY LOVE DAKARI DESPITE NOT EVEN WRITING A SINGLE THING WITH HIM. what is wrong with my brain
for the palette challenge, sindre with either far away or electric chain?
LOOK I KNOW I JUST DREW HIM BUT I HAVEN'T DRAWN SINDRE HAPPY YET SO BLEH
ANYWAYS here's the Light Mage from before he started working for the Navy! Sindre/Runi is flippin' adorable and I Love him. While he was back in Norway, he'd travel between small villages and offer his magic to help people! (That is, if he could get away with it without being branded an evil demon or witch and getting an angry mob chasing after him... :S)
soft frostbite and sindre??
Stars, I love him far too much.
See below the cut for some fun bonus spoilers~ c;
Forfeit - Rise Against and Suffocate - Nathan Wagner!
Forfeit - Rise Against
Couldn’t listen all the way through | Not my thing | It’s okay | Kinda catchy | Ok, I really like this | Downloading immediately | Already in my library
This one gets added to Sindre's playlist!!
Suffocate - Nathan Wagner
Couldn’t listen all the way through | Not my thing | It’s okay | Kinda catchy | Ok, I really like this | Downloading immediately | Already in my library
This one is actually also in Sindre's playlist, too! A lot of Nathan Wagner's songs are, for that soft, emotional and kinda sorrowful aspect~
Sindre reminds me a lot of myself, so I am biased!
Sindre is definitely the favourite of a fair few of my friends, especially of those who know the story spoilers~ c;
I personally really love his design and aesthetic, but his personality is certainly a little (subconsciously) based on a friend I love very much <3
The tiniest travesty
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Someone found the fancy text I see
If I say too much, MANY spoilers will be revealed. ouo Sindy is a very. Spoilery. Character.
But he’s also a sweetheart and I love talking about him so
At the start of book one, Sindre is the third mate on board the Compass under Captain Io! Apparently the two are actually cousins, though not many believe it. Sindy works closely with Phoenix (the first mate) with regular ship-maintenance duties, paperwork stuff, and doles out orders to the crew, though he does this far less often than the higher ranks. Initially, Sindy is seemingly a quiet young lad who fades into the background all too easily, some even claiming he turns invisible as his presence is so often forgotten. He’s plagued with terrible anxiety despite his skills and experience, a truth only further worsened by many of the crew’s disrespect of him due to his youth, his unusual appearance (being leucistic), and his relatively unknown origins. He’s clever and competent at his job--the whole reason he managed to get to his rank at such a young age, but alas, his anxiety has a habit of convincing him of the opposite.
Okay, so. Seems like an innocent but bright kid with anxiety who just happens to have been given a high rank, right?
hm
After Phoenix becomes... unfit for duty, shall we say, Sindre is ranked up to second mate. When Sindy meets Celestine later on, well... things start to get interesting.
“No. I don’t remember who you are,” I replied, mind still muddled, the incessant pattering of the rain outside not helping much in clearing it. “Phoenix called you Sindre, but...” His smile lessened, the sorrow returning to tip his words, but underlying a sustained sense of joy and gratitude.
“That’s alright, Little Cloud. We have to take this slowly. Your mind is fragile, still.”
Let’s just say Sindre... is not really Sindre. c;
This games sound fun! Kari Brynhildr enjoys both the art of sketching and the piano. He's an excellent archer and uses his skills to hunt for food. He appears gruff at first but he becomes very affectionate once he forms a liking to you.
I feel like Sindre would really appreciate Kari’s company? Sindy is quite a quiet lad, but he’s very competent and clever and respectful, and I feel Kari would like that? Sindy would also really admire Kari’s abilities and honestly, he’s very used to initially gruff/cold people warming up to him. XD
Sindre also is a long ranged weapon user, with his flintlock rifle! He’s really good with it, too, and I feel if Kari would offer, Sindre would love to try learning archery too~
10, 11, and 12
Dice say Sindre! Ohhhh~
10. What are some of your oc’s pet peeves? How do they handle it when the annoyance doesn’t stop?
Sindre doesn’t have much that annoys him (at least, not that he shows), but if someone extinguishes a light nearby without telling him they’re going to, he gets spooked real easy. Same comes with suddenly opening curtains or doors to bright sun. Lighting a fire or lamp is fine, since it starts slowly before brightening, but anything to do with a sudden light change, and he gets rather annoyed if you keep doing it after he tells you not to. He doesn’t like mirrors being pointed his way, either.
Some of the sailors of the Compass’ crew unfortunately figured this out, and as they have a bit of a hobby teasing (bullying) the poor soul, they very well didn’t listen to his requests to stop. Those lights started mysteriously going out without reason. The sun clouded over. Mirrors broke. Wonder what that’s about...
11. Does your oc have a good sense of direction? Do they get lost easily?
Sindre’s navigation skills are remarkable! He’s been a sailor for a while and a seafarer even longer, and has the sun and stars to travel by! Even when it’s cloudy, he always seems to know where things are~
12. How well would your oc handle being placed in a leadership position?
Sort of well...? With people that would actually listen to him, wonderfully! He knows what orders to give and he’s able to dole out roles to what’s best, but... finding a team that would actually listen to him, well. That’s the unlikely thing. Sindre unfortunately has quite a difficult time with getting other people’s respect, seeming a bit too shy and a bit too flustered despite his admirable skills and experience.
27, 51 and 94?
This one is for Sindre, according to the dice!
27. What is your oc’s sleep schedule like? Are they a night owl, an early morning riser, or do they get any sleep at all?
Sindy’s one who is fairly good at getting his proper sleep! It’s definitely difficult for him to get to sleep in the first place, unfortunately, his anxiety often coming up with all sorts of reasons why he shouldn’t let down his guard, but he goes to bed early enough that he’s usually able to get the hours he needs, unless something is particularly worrying him about the next day. He’s okay with getting up whenever needed, but his favourite is taking the night shift, since he finds himself the most awake at night!
51. If your oc was to receive an award for something, what would it most likely be for? Have they received any awards in the past?
Sindre’s probably received a few awards through his Naval training, though nothing particularly prestigious. He would most likely be rewarded for a creative and strategic plan in the case of a ship battle that stumps the rest of his crew!
94. Does your oc rely more on a logical or emotional mindset? What situations would this be the opposite?
Sindre wants to be more logical, but alas, he’s usually far more emotional in what he follows! He’s very good at seeming logical, however--perhaps he’s not followed the Navy’s rules all the time, but no one would really find out... In situations where this would be the opposite... hmm. In life-threatening situations, Sindre is usually capable of putting emotions behind him to take the most logical course of action.
Thanks for the ask!!
Anchored Souls — side cast name meanings
“It’s not an insult if it’s true. It’s an observation,” Martínez retorted, tipping their head back as if correcting a child’s mistake. “But I understand why you would say that, considering you’re a moron.”
“I think of it ‘s more of a nickname.” Solarin set her hands to her hips, cocking her head. “Somethin’ she only calls people she likes.” Martínez winced, cheeks rapidly reddening.
“SHUT UP, IDIOT. I DON’T… hhnnrrhhh I don’t like you...” Solarin’s smirk somehow widened further. She narrowed her eyes.
“... Izzit love, th--oof!” Her stomach, as that was as high as they could reach, abruptly became the target for an onslaught of tiny siren fists.
“SHUT. YOUR. FACE.” Solarin half-heartedly attempted to defend herself, a genuine challenge amidst the fit of giggling shaking her sides.
Check under the cut for transcriptions!
British naval officer’s dirk crafted by Fraser & Davis of Portsmouth
from Sofe Design Auctions
@quilloftheclouds i don’t know if this is the right time period for oss, but i thought you’d like it nonetheless :)
Ah!! Sindre carries a dirk like this, though a little less fancy! Thanks for tagging me, ya lovely~ <3
🔎 for io and sindre?
You can find Io’s here, but here’s one for Sindre! And oh my stars, the spoilers... ahhhhhhh
Heads up for somewhat major spoilers!
He’s a nervous child that I love Very Much
6, 15, and 18 for io and sindre?
You really do have an interest in Io and Sindy, huh? >u>
6. Their vices (physical or emotional)
This is just like... a negative character trait, right? Like... a weakness/obstacle to the character?
Captain Io’s major one is pretty clearly her lack of understanding of social cues. She might be an epic badass of a warrior, but unfortunately that doesn’t help her much when it comes to formal meetings and parties. :S She’s blunt, doesn’t understand nor care much for others’ feelings, and that doesn’t help the fact that a lot of the other high ranks of the Navy are jealous and animus towards her position.
Sindy’s is his anxiety! His worry! His cowardice. :c It may have saved his life, but his previous friends would blame him for their own deaths.
15. What it takes to make them cry
WOW MEAN OKAY
When Io slips up in her emotionless facade, it’s a full on breakdown. She’s out of commission for hours. It’s really, REALLY rare that this occurs, but then again. Not many would know enough and would be brave enough to try bringing it up: but blaming Io for her mother’s death? Maybe with specifics included (”If only you didn’t hesitate...”), well. After attempting to murder the person, she’d lock herself in her quarters and not come out for the full day.
Io’s a very angry crier. She never gets sad so much as furious. Either at someone else, or herself. It’s not fun. :c
Sindre’s pretty easy to get crying, though. D: Just tell him he’s useless and he’s gone.
18. Things they’ll never admit
That Io has magic? Oh uh I mean. Captain Io would never admit it aloud, but she really is close friends with Phoenix, and genuinely is lost without her.
That Sindre is actually an █████████? Sindre knows ways more than he lets on! That he really doesn’t agree with Rose’s goals is one of those facts he doesn’t admit~
Who’s the tallest of your cast? Who’s the shortest?
Oh! Random question time, I love it!
I actually have a rough height chart I made a while ago, because I myself kept losing track of this. XD
From smallest to tallest, left to right!
Captain Io, Celestine, Isabel, Caelin, Rose, Sindre, Captain Xuân, (Captain) George, Dione, and Phoenix!
As for my other wips, I haven’t figured that out just yet!
