Board Thread:Off Topic/@comment-25396609-20171116191014/@comment-25479664-20171117144137

1) Basic Info



Name: Baliyo Kansi



CNR Explanation: Name translates to “bronze will”. This describes his warm yet firm personality and his general look, feel, and attitude



Species: Human



Age: 24



Gender: Male



Emblem: 2 kukris crossed under a turban, with a small diamond in the middle



Handedness: Ambidextrous (prefers left)



<p class="MsoNormal">Nicknames: Kan, Windmill

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<p class="MsoNormal">Occupation: Huntsman, gladiator (former)

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<p class="MsoNormal">2) Appearance:

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<p class="MsoNormal">Aura Color: Bronze-gold

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<p class="MsoNormal">Height: 172cm, 5’8”

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<p class="MsoNormal">Weight: 80Kg, 176 lbs

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<p class="MsoNormal">Eyes: Hazel

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<p class="MsoNormal">Skin Color: Somewhat dark

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<p class="MsoNormal">Face Shape: Round and rough with round but firm chin. Slightly indented cheeks

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<p class="MsoNormal">Hair: Dark Brown

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<p class="MsoNormal">Physical Traits: Numerous small scars, bruises, and tattoos from his time as a gladiator. Generally stout and bulky yet elegant build

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<p class="MsoNormal">Outfit: Light military uniform, silk robe concealing chainmail in between layers. Small turban (see below for more).

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<p class="MsoNormal">Accessories: Small turban with upturned feather, piece of cloth coming down from turban on left side, bandoleer, quiver strapped tightly to leg, holsters

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<p class="MsoNormal">Gadgets: Smoke grenades, throwing discs (basically round shurikens, inspired by Sikh throwing weapons)

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<p class="MsoNormal">3) Characteristics:

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<p class="MsoNormal">Background:

<p class="MsoNormal">Born to a mercenary father and a farmhand mother in the capital city of Mistral, Baliyo’s earliest years were lived in comfort. However, around the age of 8 his father fell in battle and the family lost much of their income. His mother was forced to move into a more affordable apartment in the slums, and worked hard, long hours to keep the family afloat. This forced Baliyo, who was the oldest of his siblings, to take after his 2 brothers and sister. Due to the constant work, poor living conditions, and lack of sleep his mother became frequently sick and due to a work injury and subsequent infection, and at age 11 Baliyo was forced to work odd jobs in order to meet the family’s monetary needs

<p class="MsoNormal">Soon his mother recovered enough to take care of the kids, but her permanent injury kept her from doing harsher physical work, which freed up Baliyo’s time to work more and occasionally get into fights. During one of these fights he fought off 3 other, older kids with only a wooden board, something which a stranger took notice of. This stranger saw talent in the young boy and offered to induct him into the lucrative, but dangerous sport of gladiatorial fighting. Hiding this fact from his family, he started his career in the fighting pits at 13 and earned enough money to help keep his family afloat, even purchasing their small apartment from the landlord and allowing for some clean-up.

<p class="MsoNormal">As he got more time in the pit, he began to refine his tactics, using his father’s two kukris and a turban (which wrapped around his face) holding throwing knives to form an aggressive and constant fighting style, giving him the nickname of “windmill”. He was famed for his ability to fight battle after battle without running out of stamina, but his growing fame also attracted some attention. When his estranged uncle (who hadn’t been in contact with Baliyo or his family for years) saw the “windmill” fighting in the pits, he immediately recognized the kukris and realized who was fighting. When his mother found out she was outraged and demanded that Baliyo end his fighting and return the kukris to her possession. Baliyo’s family also moved in with his uncle, thus leaving the young, troubled boy without a job and lots of pent up energy and fighting experience at the age of 18. His uncle pulled some strings and had the boy sent to Shade academy, where he thought the boy would do well

<p class="MsoNormal">Immediately after arriving at Shade, Baliyo stuck out, both for his odd looks and battle scars as well as for his immense talent in his style. He quickly befriended the like-minded Rozwainy Grzmot, and the two were eventually assigned to TMBR, along with the charismatic and likable Tellerium Quiemar (who knew Roz well, Tell’s company had previously designed tech for Roz and his family) and the brilliant and pragmatic Motleja-Selje Sapiens. Despite having some initial conflicts with Selje. His fit well into the team’s strategy, functioning as a multi-role fighter, able to quickly intercept those attempting to flee the team’s kill zone, serve as a distraction, able to very effectively outduel most foes, along with several other traits befitting his jack-of-all-trades

<p class="MsoNormal">Despite the shame of his mother’s disapproval, he still frequently visits his family. He also loves to spar with his colleagues, though his days as a pit fighter are over

<p class="MsoNormal">Personality: Friendly and reliable but reserved. Generally prefers to balance time alone with social interaction. Has a strong conviction and code of honor but is able to understand other perspectives and is willing to bend rules in order to achieve a necessary goal. Typically remains calm but can sometimes be pushed into a frenzy. Strong urge to remain physically healthy (though not to an obsessive body-builder level)

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<p class="MsoNormal">Misc Traits: Completely obsessed with the technology, manufacture, design, and usage of swords (especially shortswords) which leads him into some pretty interesting conversations with Tellerium

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<p class="MsoNormal">Likes: Sparring, swords, games of luck, coffee, tea, meditation, contemplation, hunting, challenges, reading, smithing

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<p class="MsoNormal">Dislikes: Alcohol, obliviousness, selfishness, greed, dishonorable mercenaries (mercenaries who will betray contracts, etc.), unearned arrogance, preying on the weak, intolerance (specifically on the basis of social class or nationality), bullies

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<p class="MsoNormal">4) Trivia

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<p class="MsoNormal">Notable Relationships:

<p class="MsoNormal">Tellerium Queimar: He and the team leader have some dissimilarities (Tellerium loves alcohol, partying, and is somewhat arrogant, much to Baliyo’s dismay), but generally get along. Baliyo shows an unusually-high level of enthusiasm for weaponsmithing, which Tell is more than happy to tell (tehe) him about and teach him in smithing

<p class="MsoNormal">Motleja-Selje Sapiens: While they have distinctively different personalities, they also respect each other. Baliyo particularly admires her for her wisdom and cunning, while she likes him for his strength and determination

<p class="MsoNormal">Rozwainy Grzmot: These two have a lot in common, both coming from families with military legacies and having strong warrior codes. However, their core personalities are quite different: Roz is an extroverted, charismatic, and somewhat arrogant heroic type, while Baliyo is more pragmatic and reserved. However, their mutual desire to do good by others causes them to frequently unite to fight similar opponents (they both hate bullies, for example)

<p class="MsoNormal">Bagha Kansi: While Baliyo is somewhat estranged from his mother, he is extremely grateful towards his uncle for taking in his family and providing them with food and shelter. The two maintain a close relationship, with Bagha telling his nephew of the deeds of his brother, whom Baliyo never knew past his childhood. Bagha serves as a consul and mentor to his nephew when the younger is in need of advice or answers, and in turn Baliyo passes down his uncle’s legacy.

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<p class="MsoNormal">Skills:

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<p class="MsoNormal">Allusion: His general personality is a nod to both the Gurkhas and the Sikhs, both cultures praised for their fine warriors many of whom serve loyally as mercenaries (both previously served very respectfully with the British Empire and continue to serve well in India, with the Gurkhas still serving the Brits as well)

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<p class="MsoNormal">Notes: Much of his experience and fighting style comes from his father and is a reference to that of the Gurkhas, as his is semblance (see below)

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<p class="MsoNormal">Hunter Extension

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<p class="MsoNormal">A) Weapon

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<p class="MsoNormal">Name: Bagha Bauka (tiger-hawk)

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<p class="MsoNormal">Classification: DKCB (dual-kukri compound bow)

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<p class="MsoNormal">Short Description: Basically, its two kukris which can form together at the hilts to create a bow (bowstring hidden in small channel behind blade)

<p class="MsoNormal">Form 1: Dual kukris, very effective at close combat. Each blade is 35 cm long (1’2”) and weighs about 1.2 kilos (2.45lbs). Forward curvature of the angle makes them very effective at slashing/chopping attacks and they can also function as makeshift axes should the need arise. A sharp tip makes them moderately effective at stabbing attacks, but they could be better. Unlike many other RWBY weapons, their solid construction makes them extremely durable and they can go extremely long periods of time without maintenance

<p class="MsoNormal">F1 Appearance: Silver-colored blades with small bronze engravings and gear/wheel shapes on the side (Which rest in notches and are completely flush with the blade). Actual blade materials look similar to “Damascus Steel” (carbon nano-tube steel). Handle made from wood strengthened with bronze and with rubber grip surfaces

<p class="MsoNormal">Form 2: Handles connect together to form a recurve bow. Spring-loaded arrow notch flips up on grip. Bowstring hidden in small cavity behind spine of blade. A lighter, springy material folds out from behind the kukri’s spine to create a better surface for the bowstring, and wheels on the sides of the blades are used to increase power w/o increasing draw weight. The string has powerful magnets attached which are sent through a series of paths to quickly and automatically string the bow, though this can also be done manually in a relatively short period of time.

<p class="MsoNormal">F2 Appearance: Similar to form 1, but the total shape is noticeable longer (but still short enough to be easy to wield). Similar general design

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<p class="MsoNormal">B) Semblance

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<p class="MsoNormal">Name: Auric Reserve Battery

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<p class="MsoNormal">Short Description: In addition to his already high aura pool, the user can also store additional aura in a battery, effectively doubling his aura. This, however, must be manually activated and takes longer to recharge than his normal aura. Also, it can only be recharged after the aura itself has been fully recharged, though it doesn’t drain over time

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<p class="MsoNormal">Activation Cue: Bronze-white glow around body, small sparks fly off outfit, eyes gain small blue hue to them, which behaves like plasma and wanders around (hard to describe with words)

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<p class="MsoNormal">Reflection of Personality: This ability is all about being constantly aggressive and allowing the user to outlast and trick his opponents. Its reserved and prepared nature reflects Baliyo’s personality quite nicely

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<p class="MsoNormal">C) Combat Info

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<p class="MsoNormal">Preferred Range: Up close and personal

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<p class="MsoNormal">Landing Strategy:

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<p class="MsoNormal">Fighting Style: Versatile and aggressive. Based on getting up into an opponent’s face and doing damage, before using agility and speed to get away and attacking from another angle. Uses bow to break up close-range flurries with mid-range strikes

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<p class="MsoNormal">A) Day to Day Life

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<p class="MsoNormal">Expanded Occupation/Business Details: In his free time he often provides private lessons in both martial arts and in dueling

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<p class="MsoNormal">Certifications:

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<p class="MsoNormal">Optional Statistics:

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<p class="MsoNormal">Levels are from 0 to 5, with 0 being nonexistent, 1 being low, 2 being below average, 3 being average, 4 being above average and 5 being high.

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<p class="MsoNormal">First year students should not have more than 3 stats at level 5, and no more than 45 points spread over the statistics.

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<p class="MsoNormal">@) Physical Statistics

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<p class="MsoNormal">Strength: 4

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<p class="MsoNormal">Speed: 4

<p class="MsoNormal">Agility: 5

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<p class="MsoNormal">Stamina: 5

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<p class="MsoNormal">&) Aural Statistics

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<p class="MsoNormal">Aura Reserve: 5

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<p class="MsoNormal">Aura Manipulation: 4

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<p class="MsoNormal">Semblance Manipulation: 4

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<p class="MsoNormal">Dust Manipulation: 0

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<p class="MsoNormal">$) Technical Statistics

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<p class="MsoNormal">Dust use: 0

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<p class="MsoNormal">Weapon Skill (Primary): 5

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<p class="MsoNormal">Weapon Skill (Unarmed): 3

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<p class="MsoNormal">Weapon Skill (Close Combat): 5

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<p class="MsoNormal">Weapon Skill (Mid-Range Combat): 2

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<p class="MsoNormal">Weapon Skill (Ranged Combat): 3

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<p class="MsoNormal">Total: 49

<p class="MsoNormal">MBTI type: ISTP