Hikari Shimizu [+]

Name: Hikari Shimizu (meaning “Light in the water”)

Gender: Male

Age: 19

General Physical Description: Hikari has a bit of a thinner and more androgynous build, standing at a height of 5’1, with short choppy black hair that falls just below his ears. His eyes are a deep brown which shine a reddish hue when sunlight hits them directly. His skin is a Honey tone, with patches of lighter beige scattered about his body, most notably around his eyes. His teeth are a bit sharper than normal.

Role: Scavenger/Outcast

Abilities/Formal Knowledge: Small Blade’s Prowess, Scavenging Knowledge, Keen Ear

Personality: Soft-spoken, Ambivert, Improvizational | Shy, Trusts too easily, Tends to wander

Public Knowledge: Hikari is of not entirely human lineage, everyone knows this, some people might even treat him differently because of it. He is also known to poke around abandoned places. His original place of birth was The Southern Region before he came to the Eastern Region at a young age.

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Yusuke [+]

Info

Name: Yusuke Sakamoto
Gender: Male
Age: 22
Role: Field Medic

General Physical Description:

Dark hair, blue eyes, pale skin. Yusuke embodies the adage "healthy body, healthy mind" with his commitment to both physical and intellectual pursuits. Clad in a modest scholarly cloak that veils his physique, and often seen with glasses perched upon his nose as he delves into his medical research, Yusuke's outward appearance belies the strength and athleticism that lie beneath. His unassuming demeanour conceals a body honed by the demands of rescue missions on the battlefields, where he deftly navigates the chaos of combat to retrieve and heal injured soldiers. Though his scholarly pursuits may keep him indoors, his time on the front lines has sculpted him into a capable and agile rescuer.

Abilities/Formal Knowledge:

Healing (Others):
Yusuke possesses the gift of healing, allowing him to direct restorative energy to mend injuries and heal wounds. However, the effectiveness of this ability is directly proportional to the severity of the injury, requiring varying levels of focus to achieve complete healing.

Medical Expertise:
Beyond the inherent healing power, Yusuke's mastery extends to an intimate understanding of the human body, enabling him to facilitate swift recoveries and manage chronic conditions. He supplements his healing abilities with knowledge of medications and herbology, ensuring comprehensive care for those in need.

Vigor (Self):
In addition to healing others, Yusuke can channel healing energy inward to alleviate physical strain, tiredness, and fatigue. This empowers him to surpass the limits of ordinary individuals, allowing him to undertake daring missions and risk entering perilous situations to save lives. Yusuke maintains peak physical condition through rigorous daily training, maximizing his potential to aid others.

Combat:
While Yusuke's primary focus lies in rescue and healing, he is proficient in defensive combat techniques. This skill enables him to evade, deflect, or counter enemy attacks, providing crucial protection for himself and others in dangerous situations. Though his priority remains on saving lives, Yusuke's combat training ensures he can effectively defend against threats that hinder his life-saving efforts.

Personality:

Compassionate: Yusuke's commitment to healing and saving lives reflects his deep compassion for others.

Resilient: Yusuke's disciplined lifestyle and rigorous training demonstrate his resilience and determination. He perseveres through challenges and setbacks.

Altruistic: Yusuke's selfless actions shows he prioritizes the well-being of others above his own comfort and safety, willingly risking his life to protect and heal those in need.

Perfectionist: Yusuke's dedication to his work leads to perfectionist tendencies, causing him to be overly critical of his own performance or the outcomes of his treatments. He can struggle with feelings of inadequacy if he perceives himself as falling short of his high standards.

Overly Serious: Yusuke's solemn demeanour and intense focus on his duties can sometimes come across as overly serious. He finds it challenging to relax and enjoy leisure activities, prioritizing his responsibilities.

Self-Sacrificing: He has tendency to neglect his own needs and well-being in favour of others. He can struggle to establish healthy boundaries or prioritize self-care, putting himself at risk of burnout or exhaustion.

Public Knowledge:

Born and raised in the Eastern Kingdom, it's widely known that Yusuke is a highly skilled field medic, renowned for his ability to provide life-saving medical care on the front lines of battle. His reputation as a courageous and capable healer precedes him, earning him the respect and admiration of soldiers and civilians alike. They would recount stories about him risking his own safety to rescue wounded comrades, or tirelessly tending to the injured under fire.