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R’omqu’waw’uqmo’r the Livid Mar Name: R’omqu’waw’uqmo’r; R’omqu, (the) Livid Mar
Race: Githyanki
Alignment: Neutral Evil
Classes (Side 1): Kinetic Knight Kineticist 10
Classes (Side 2): Word Witch Fey Adept 10
Intended Role: Primary : Tank, Damage Dealer
Secondary : Utility, Hit-and-RunnerTraits: The damage dealt by alter (Destroy) increases to 1d8 + 1/2 your caster level. If you possess Potent Alteration, the damage is increased to 1d10 + your caster level. Destructive Adept
You are gifted at manipulating your blood to achieve feats of physics. You may use the Blood sphere to qualify for protokinesis feats as though you possessed the Telekinesis sphere. You may use your Blood sphere caster level in place of your character level or Telekinesis sphere caster level when determining the effects of protokinesis feats you possess (if beneficial to you). Blood Manipulator Flaws: Whenever you are engaged in combat and there are dying or helpless foes within 30 feet, you take a –2 penalty on attack rolls against foes who are neither dying nor helpless. Cruelty
You cast no shadow whatsoever, or the shadow you do have is monstrous. Under normal lighted conditions, this is not hard to observe—but uncommon to notice. Creatures that succeed at a DC 15 Wisdom check notice it plainly (an additional Perception check may be required based on environmental conditions). This telltale sign of wickedness cannot be concealed by misdirection, nondetection, or illusions, except those that also affect shadows (such as invisibility). Umbral Unmasking
Background
The deep seated militarism of the Githyanki radically inures their culture towards formal and semiformal sub-orderings within their society. Whether the castes and their subdivisions, the devotees of Vlaakith and their pseudo-religious ordering, the military proper or the hr'a'cknir ; ever can a place be found for yet more hierarchies centralised around one precept or another. Among the myriad meritocracies, one established itself as particularly esoteric, even in comparison to the broader nuances of Githyanki society. Combining an extreme institutionalisation of Githyanki individualism with a quasi-worshipful sensibility towards the discovery, learning, and practice of bellicose crafts the Sodality are the foremost of devastation-mongers whose predaceous cathexis is second to none.
Established untold centuries ago, the Sodality of the Unfettered Garmorm outwardly resembles a loose guild-like society of members who may be engaged for virtually any objective or purpose. Inwardly, however, the Sodality is far more complex than most realise. The founding philosophy predicates that the Sodality as a whole is representative of a Garmorm, and the individual members representative of the faces borne upon its body. Only a single avenue exists for membership to the Sodality: absolute subsumption. This typically takes the form of slavish apprenticeship to an existing member, though individuals with unique abilities or those who bring an offering of methods unknown or novel are also permitted entry. Regardless of the manner of entry, all sacrifice their prior identity and are reborn.
Even early in his youth R’omqu’waw’uqmo’r was set apart from others by his sheer physical size. Though not beyond the extremes of his kind’s potential, R’omqu stood literal head and shoulders above his peers. Thus, it was only natural that his initial path was directed towards more soldierly practices, ostensibly sacrificing his latent psionic abilities and truly ignoring any magical instruction. Literal strength of arms and endless martial training ensured he held a constant place among the best of his generation. However, despite his obvious physical advantages R’omqu’s real advantage lay not in his raw physical prowess, or even in the combination of his prowess and training. Rather, it lay in a bestial awareness that every strength can be overcome and some were best kept a secret. Consequently, while his regimen was tightly focused on martial pursuits, what other time was afforded to him was spent gradually honing his psionic abilities.
Nonetheless, the Sodality of the Unfettered Garmorm hungers always. Its relentless appetite notices even the subtlest hints that something delectable can be had. Despite the sparing incorporation of his psionic powers, it only took R’omqu giving into his wily sense of vainglory for the Sodality to catch his scent. One of the Sodality observed a duel between R’omqu and another trainee – the Sodality’s actual focus at the time. The pair were a close match, which was not in and of itself unusual. R’omqu’s physical size and strength were balanced out by his opponent’s experience and skill at arms. His foe wanted a lightning round, assuming R’omqu relied on his superior physicality. Counting on their greater prowess with a weapon, they failed to account for R’omqu’s own talents with a blade and the match became an endurance round.
Sensing his opponent’s need to end the fight, sooner rather than later, R’omqu’s vainglory got the better of him and he indulged himself. He slyly teased at his opponent with his psionic abilities, a slight push behind their foot as they stepped, a gentle tug on the tip of their weapons when striking at him. The careful application of his telekinetic skills left no mark and could be misunderstood as his foe making mistakes as the bout drew on. Knavish though this was, his urge to play with his opponent had them seemingly making too many mistakes and only put him firmly in the Sodality’s sights. With an artful disarm and violent gutting of his opponent, R’omqu’waw’uqmo’r sealed his own fate and had already, unknowingly, taken his first step on the road to subsumption.
Rapacious though it is, the Sodality understands the value and role of patience in the hunt. Such patience is not without limit, and even as he placed the disembodied head of his Illithid before the Lich Queen’s feet, the Sodality lurked outside her hall. Whoever R’omqu was when they stood before the Lich Queen died the moment they left her presence. The Sodality’s appetites would not be denied, and whether of his own free will or the overpowering insistence of the Sodality, R’omqu’waw’uqmo’r entered the Sodality of the Unfettered Garmorm. The person he was, their name and reputation, passed from living memory, and their long transformation began. When he re-emerged and took his new name, R’omqu’waw’uqmo’r, he bore the marks of his metamorphosis boldly, openly, and to the disquiet of all who gazed upon him.
Like all new members, R’omqu’waw’uqmo’r chose his own name. A profoundly solemn and intimately foreboding ritual within the Sodality to mark each new member’s terrible rebirth. Some chose the names of beasts, others drew on ancient heroes, or names that spoke to some other devotion beyond the Sodality. When his time came, the experience and influence of his subsumption drove R’omqu’waw’uqmo’r to choose a single word for his name. A word devoid of meaning, absent beginning or end when written in the tir su of either Gith race, as unnatural as it is complete. As much for these reasons as its general length, most choose to call him by a shortened version of his name or by the epithet that has mutated into a use-name for him. On the rare occasion he calls himself by name, he exclusively refers to himself as R’omqu’waw’uqmo’r despite tacitly permitting others to call him as they please.
The members of the Sodality are often considered to be individually unique. No two are truly the same as each other. Nevertheless, certain commonalities exist. Professionalism, an aptitude for violence, unflagging sense of duty, unique talents, eccentric inclinations and an appetite for challenges all make the Solidality’s members highly desirable commodities. Individual members inevitably develop a reputation of their own, parallel to that of the Sodality, which ensures that demand for their services constantly exceeds the supply. R’omqu’waw’uqmo’r has earned himself a fell reputation, in no small part for his epicurean mode of accepting contracts and the sheer devastation he leaves behind in fulfilling them.
A part of his epicurean mode, R’omqu’waw’uqmo’r freely volunteers (or forces) his services more often than most, with tribute being offered after the fact in lieu of an agreed upon payment. Conversely, volunteering for the Va’Dok’thra is in service to several appetites, not just his own. Fealty to the Sodality demands this new opportunity to serve the Sodality’s hunger be heeded. Such a gathering of individuals may also bring a potential new member – even an apprentice of his own – to the fore. Ruins from the Millenial War could contain items of interest to both himself and the Unfettered Garmorm. The chance to encounter new dangers to test his mettle against is also deeply provocative for R’omqu’waw’uqmo’r.
Personality
Although Subsumption radically affects those who undergo its perfidious rites, rarely does it entirely rewrite their base personality. The dedication and focus that made R’omqu so alluring to the Sodality has warped and mutated into a highly developed sense of aesthetics. Artistry, in any form, is close to an obsession for him. Whether the rough handiworks of blacksmiths and leatherworkers, the delicate subtleties of painters or the violent performances of monsters. Thanks to his abilities, such things require little effort for R’omqu to achieve, so Beauty is intrinsic not to the artistry itself but rather its absolute transience.
Though not outwardly a braggart or particularly prideful, his aesthetic sensibilities do not always work in his favour. Challenges, whether foe or task, and uniqueness greatly provoke a deeper extroversion. Namely, his need to draw out what he calls the ‘beauteous act’ in a vainglorious display. This extroversion is only momentary however, rarely compromising his baser sense of duty and professionalism. In this he is much the same as other members of the Sodality, justifiably self-confident in his skills and reliable in the extreme. His reputation is built upon the certainty others have in his capability to fulfil his duty, and so no contract or bargain or agreement goes uncompleted – on pain of his own, final, transience.
R’omqu openly admires the Lich-Queen, albeit in a tastefully melancholic way usually reserved for the likes of tragic heroes. She embodies many of the qualities the Sodality values and has certainly proven her worth as a leader, and so often passes off his melancholy towards her as that of empathy. An understanding of her constant need to improve and better herself. However, privately, his melancholy stems from her unique madness in attempting to stave off what he considers the inevitable. He respects her greatly despite this; the greater extremes she goes to in her attempts to endure, the more likely her inevitable transience will be the greatest work of art ever known.
Thanks to his profession R’omqu rarely has the time to spend simply being among wider Githyanki society, nor he is ignorant to the fact that many prefer it that way. He is generally indifferent towards this, and when possessing the time goes where and does what he pleases. This most commonly involves long meals with other members of the Sodality and the few people who, despite the unease they feel around him, have become close companions. Eating for pleasure rather than sustenance, he selects food of interesting texture or taste, and rare ingredients. Long hours will be spent indulging each other’s erudition, debating and arguing over matters of various import for no other sake than its own.
Appearance
Height: 6’9” | Weight: 270 lbs | Age: 34 | Skin: Faded Green w/ Azure highlights | Hair: Muddy Brown | Eyes: Black | Usual Attire: Shirtless or Heavily Armoured
Like all successful predators, R’omqu’waw’uqmo’r's physicality and presence are sufficient to convey a heady impression of danger. In many respects he is the physical embodiment of many of his own quirks. The sheer reality of his size is enough to give many reason enough to avoid his attention. Conversely, his unusual azure tinting fascinates and reviles many who look upon him in equal measure. Neither of these define him physically as much as his often unnoticed lack of any shadow. While the observable absence often goes unnoticed, he carries a palpable atmosphere of unnaturalness with him that causes many some degree of unease or disquiet. From these he earned the dubious epithet of
Livid Mar .
The nature of his profession requires that he wear some measure of armour at most times. His preference tends towards heavier varieties, however he has no qualms when it comes to adapting to the nature of the work at hand. At all other times he chooses to maintain an understated mode of dress. Comfortable but otherwise unremarkable. The only exception to this is his habit of remaining shirtless and wearing his azure colouring as a badge of self assuredness and challenge to those who look upon him. Doing so also serves to ensure that no matter where he might be when not working, interested parties will always be able to easily find him.
Role Play Sample
Sodality of the Unfettered Garmorm Time had lost all meaning. Blood that should have dried was still wet upon his fingers. Whether waking or dreaming, the entirety of the world was the unending path lain out beneath his feet. Light and dark lost all distinction. What needed to be seen was shown. What had to be sought out was shrouded. Unmaking and remaking took place in a constant, paradoxical dance with one another.
Many voices raised in cacophonous chorus. Pierce the harmony or succumb to it. He had been warned. Adapting to the manner of instruction, understanding the lesson, would not be the challenge. Surviving them would be. Uniqueness and novelty alone would not suffice now their appetite had been whetted. Distance had departed with Time, and progress had to be measured in successes and failures. Even the glistening trail behind him imparted nothing, its bloody droplets appearing before and behind him. He sat upright with a start. In the beginning, he had wondered whether he had slumbered or not, why he had suddenly become aware of different surroundings. The answers no longer mattered to him. He knew this marked the beginning of more training. He recognised his surroundings, however, which meant this time he would be before his Master. The last time he had stood before his Master there had been another. Only one would continue down the Path.
The chamber his Master inevitably appeared before him in was empty this time. Standing upon the threshold of the room, he paused and cautiously observed the room's interior. Perfectly domed, the circular space was devoid of any feature save its alien, greyish clay-like construction. There was no sign his Master had ever stood therein. He glanced behind him to the only other chamber available to him. Instinct drove him forward.
He felt a gentle pressure from some indescribable part of himself. A pressure that only increased in magnitude with each step towards the centre. Ignoring the feeling, he took his place where his Master ought to have stood. Instantly his vision of the room disappeared, and he floated as though in a void. The feeling of the ground beneath his feet was his only tether, and even that gradually faded to become something he was no more aware of than his heartbeat.
"The vessel thought full did not overflow. Now the vessel overflows. To accept more, it must be broken. "
The words were not spoken for his ears nor thought for his mind. There was no question to respond to, merely an acknowledgement. The world shifted, unseen but felt. A grinding serenade filled the void, quietly at first then louder with each passing instant. The pressure magnified again and again until his entire body thrummed with it. A brief glimpse of the chamber beyond the void was immediately followed by indescribable pain.
His vision of the chamber and pain increased concurrently. Relief came unexpectedly as the last vestiges of the darkness were stripped away, and the room lay before him once again. Enervation wracked his body and he would have collapsed had he not been held up. The touch was unfamiliar, but the presence was unmistakeable. The Master gently guided him to the floor, speaking quietly and with gentleness previously unknown to him.
"Well done, my apprentice. You have passed The Subsumption. We now look towards your Naming."
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