Fyni Posted January 21 Posted January 21 (edited) ------------------------------ BYOND Ckey: Fyni Discord username: Fyni Character names: I’ve played a lot of characters semi regularly, however most people will know: Rhea Volvalaad (Investigator) Elizabeth Joyce (Captain) Hilda Vestergaard (Security Officer now Paramedic) Ekaterina Belova (Engineer) Hazel #S-H8.11 (Chef) Species you are applying to play: Skrell ------------------------------ General Whitelist Requirements What colour do you plan on making your first alien character?: A light purple/slightly pink. I’ve not been able to test different shades on the model yet so not certain though. Have you read the lore pages for the species you wish to be whitelisted for?: Yes Why do you wish to play this species?: Are Skrell the elves of the Auroraverse? Not really, but they predate humanity (in space), have powerful magic (ok, psionics + technology), are long lived beyond humans…. All these things are what appealed at first, but as I read more I came to love all the work with relationships (even "negative" ones), the confines of living under the federation, the links with basically every other species. What makes role-playing this species different than role-playing a human?: The primary roleplay difference is emotion. They don't lack it, but it isn’t easy for none Skrell to read the emotion of a Skrell thanks to the lack of complex facial muscle – but this can be made up for tone of voice and language, certainly a fun roleplaying challenge! Skrell also prefer to think thing through, thinking much more long term then humans due to their long lives. They are influenced by the psionic wake of others around them too, which can influence their thoughts and decisions. ------------------------------ Character Application Character Name: Qiltroi’var Yoxoil, (Head of Security) Write a backstory for your character. This may include their origin, education, personality and how they arrived to the SCCV Horizon. Qiltroi’var (SCI 6.79) is a Xiiori Skrell and psionic receiver, hatched on 2385 CE on the planet of Aweiji, in the capital Tresja. Doted upon – and closely controlled – by their Qrri’myaq from the earliest possible moment, they grew up in the shadow of the planet’s bureaucracy above the ocean. An only child thanks to the effects of the X’lu’oa, their parents were alive to witness the signing of the Tresja Agreement, and were determined Qiltroi’var would be a model citizen of the Second Federation. As they developed through the Ukutanii, a plan and future for Qiltroi’var was already formed and when it came time for the Oderserr, they burned a writing set. As they progressed through Untuk’mak however, a new future began to form. They became athletic (for a Skrell) becoming involved in water polo, enough to develop a Lu’Poxii relationship with a fellow Xiiori who attended the same reef garden. They developed a love of neaera brain loaf, the soft sweet desert becoming a lifelong guilty pleasure. Finally, they also developed a keen interest in the newly released Homeworld: Invasion, even attempting to stream on Viv-ID where a few well shared clips even saw a small boost to their SCI. However, the biggest impact of all of this was the algorithm targeting them with repeated pro Kala message, and soon they aspire to a place in the Qukala. By 2320 CE, they felt they were ready to advance. Journeying to Qerrbalak, they undertook a degree first in philosophy, penning a paper on the ethics of the use of violence against stateless aliens, before pursuing a second degree in history, learning law and martial arts alongside their studies. A model citizen by every account, they finally entered the Qukala in 2345 CE, where they became a decorate solider, though political ambitions still reside in their heart. How has the recent events of the Orion Spur impacted your character? Events such as the Phoron Scarcity, the Solarian Collapse or even the Invasions of Biesel for interstellar-wide affairs, while region-specific events such as the Peacekeeper Mandate, The Titan Rises or even Cold Dawn may impact your character. Qiltroi’var was serving in the Qukala still when the Federation started to ease on its isolationist policies in 2464. They believe in a philosophy of projected strength as a means to prevent actual conflict, still a firm believer in scientist idols to bring the weapons needed to prevent needing their use. This belief was shaken by brazen attacks by the Admiral Beauchamp, and then again as the Marauders piracy began to escalate back at home. They were assigned to patrols with the Qukala to protect phoron shipments against Marauders, and was involved in the law keeping in the Q’elpi basin, carrying out the grim threat to attack any vessel breaking the travel ban. Somewhat shaken at the outright violence, their resolve was tested, and an even firmer belief in the federation emerged. Doubling down on their loyalty publicly and on Viv-ID, they sough to enter the primary numericals, seeking greater influence in the Federation. Feeling their 20 year tenure with the Qukala had brought as much advancement as it could, they applied their experience to gain a position aboard the SCC’s flagship as a Head of Security, with their final ambition now been to return to the federation with the last few points of SCI they need and experience working directly under the Conglomerate, and join the Federalist League to influence the Federation’s future. How does your character view the megacorporation they work for? The role megacorporations played in easing the impact of the phoron scarcity in the Federation was essential in winding down the chaos Qiltroi’var was directly involved in as part of the Qukala, so they take a very positive view on them. Directly employed by the SCC, they see the cooperation of the big five as a sign that despite what problems each megacoporation may have, they can work with each other, and later with the Federation. The shared work of the Federation and the SCC recently on Moghes has only boosted this positive view. Edited January 24 by WhatsUpBrotendo
WhatsUpBrotendo Posted January 22 Posted January 22 Hi, thanks for applying. Sorry I didn't get to this sooner. I've read through and can't see anything of concern. Thought was definitely put into the app. That said, I still have some questions: How does your character feel about Skrell born outside of the Federation? Considering their involvement in the recent independence movement conflict in the Traverse, how does your character feel about the Traverse/those that dwell in it? How does your character view Diona and C'thur? How does your character view species outside of the Federation? What religion does your character follow?
Fyni Posted January 22 Author Posted January 22 1. Qiltroi’var holds true to the belief that all Skrell across the spur are citizens of the Federation. They believe those born outside it's borders have the capacity to bring back foreign ideas to the benefit of the Federation, in line with deeply held symbiosis views. 2. The peaceful ending and bloodless conflict led Qiltroi’var to adopt the spirit of reconciliation towards the Skrell of the traverse (though they still have an enduring hatred for the Marauders). As for the matter of Traverse autonomy, Qiltroi’var has their only major break with their favoured party, believe the current status quo to be beneficial. 3. As a believer in symbiosis, and having commanded over C'thur and Diona in the Qukala recently, Qiltroi’var has plenty of personal and positive expriences with both. They believe the C'thur have the capacity to greatly benfit the Federation as they are futher integrated. However, conversly they believe the Diona have expended their use as an inflow of new ideas to the Federation. Regardless, Qiltroi’var does not share the discrimitory views against the Diona that some have. 4. They see the cooperation with the humans of the Solarian Alliance as a shining example of what can be achieved with alien species, While Beauchamps and potential human involvement in the traverse conflict tempers this somewhat, Qiltroi’var remains hopeful. They look upon the Tajara and Unathi as disadvantaged species in need of the aid provided by the Federation. 5. Qiltroi’var has a passing belief in Qeblak, attending observatory domes and keepign the doctrines. Qiltroi’var continues this where possible, partly as an oppertunity to boost their SCI. Sorry for the shorter answers here, I had typed up more through replies but they were eaten when I accidentally closed the tab while answering the last question. I'm happy to elaborate if required.
meep109 Posted January 24 Posted January 24 (edited) Great application! I just have a few questions for you: 1. What is Qiltroi’var's favorite food? 2. How does Qiltroi’var view synthetics? 3. Does Qiltroi’var have a favorite TV show or piece of entertainment media? Edited January 24 by meep109
Fyni Posted January 24 Author Posted January 24 1 hour ago, meep109 said: What is Qiltroi’var's favorite food? This is answered in the application: On 21/01/2025 at 02:59, Fyni said: They developed a love of neaera brain loaf, the soft sweet desert becoming a lifelong guilty pleasure. Moving on 1 hour ago, meep109 said: How does Qiltroi’var view synthetics? They have a very dim view. Their aged Qrri'Myaq and Qraa'Myaq were alive for the reign of Glorsh Omega, so there is a personal fear and anxiety over synthetic life. Spending all of their life within the Federation, there has been no challenge to this viewpoint. As for IPCs specifically, they instead view them as inferior, been of limited intelligence compared to the true nightmares, so instead of fear and anxiety they tend to manifest distrust and arrogance. 1 hour ago, meep109 said: Does Qiltroi’var have a favorite TV show or piece of entertainment media? In their youth, they were an avid watcher of video game streams on Viv-ID, but also enjoyed Seaside Shuffle - the cross between athletics and philosophy obviously was a perfect combo for Qiltroi’var, given these were pillars of their youth, and still watches to this day. In their older age, they've come to enjoy The Professionals, the themes of a bounty hunter in the Traverse appealing given their own history.
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