#firarsians

Concept drawings for Tawaret Besharu, or Tara for short, a Firarsian from my Firmament science fantasy space opera setting.  Golemic prosthetics have always been a part of Tara’s life, as she was born without legs, a tail, or right arm, and further complications from birth defects led to multiple organ failures in her lower abdomen.  Healing magic was only a temporary solution, as all it could do was restore Tara’s body to its normal state, which in her case would mean still being without three limbs and uncertain health of some of her organs.  Even though Tara’s parents were pretty well off, magic capable of building her a new body, while certainly possible, was rare, practiced by only a handful of powerful mages, and extremely expensive.  Extensive prosthetics were within their means, but many sacrifices would have to be made for their sake of their daughter.

Tara eventually took on an apprenticeship in golemic engineering, giving her the skills and resources to maintain and even improve upon her golemic body.  She also developed a talent for illusion spells and glamours, allowing her to hide her artificial body when needed.  As a teenager, she would’ve loved to have such powers to conceal her disabilities, to feel normal for once.  As an adult, appearances are just like clothes to her, to be worn and discarded as the whim takes her.  And the ability to change her appearance the capabilities her enhanced golemics give her are especially useful in her new career as a burglar in big, high-profile heists, much to her former teachers’ dismay.

Glade had always wanted to be an adventurer, exploring dungeons, fighting monsters, finding treasure, and performing great heroics.  When Keras started exploring the abandoned mines and caves outside of town, Glade was fascinated by her tales of what she found there and the wondrous treasures she brought back.  Keras soon took Glade under her wing and the two delved into the miles of tunnels that ran throughout the region, earning more than a little fame and fortune along the way as well as a deepening friendship.  When Keras became archon, Glade was there by her side from the very beginning, eager for more glory and ready to protect her friend from any and all threats.

Keras thel Saar, Firarsian evil overlord, archmage, and martial arts master.  Constantly battling her pragmatism against her pettiness.  Doesn’t have a problem getting her hands dirty, but she’ll use the opportunity to take her frustrations out on you because she has a lot more important things to do.  And if you’re one of her minions, well, life will get a lot more interesting for you for making her do your job for you.

And yes, she does sound a bit like a distaff Skeletor.

@techmomma, I’m holding you and your Legend of Korra AU responsible for this.

Since no character was specified, I’ll answer for all three of them:

🌎 - If money were no object, where would they live and what would they do with their life? (Ex: entrepreneur, playboy, philanthropist, etc)

Polgara would want to establish some kind of charity or foundation to revitalize her hometown of Shearwater, doing things like building new industries, provide retraining, get the town council to enforce laws that at the very least require companies to treat their workers fairly.  At least, that’s what she would’ve wanted to do when she first left home, as time out in the greater world and working less than honest deals has taught her pragmatism.  While she has never lost sight of this goal, she’s just as likely to stage a hostile takeover of a powerful corporation with corrupt leadership and replace them with less exploitive managers.

Caster is too much of a vagabond to settle down, and will likely stash their money in various safe places and keep wandering, only more financially secure this time.  They would definitely buy themselves a couple of very nice, high-quality knives as well.

First thing Thea would do is return to Shearwater and buy her parents’ business back.  Failing that, she would try to start up some other venture to keep her parents employed and secure, possibly a music store of some kind.  She probably would also invest in the local music scene to help keep it alive and vibrant.  However, she has been entertaining thoughts of traveling to see the lands she heard about from the sailors on shore leave.

🎠 - Your character is at the carnival. What kinds of rides or games do they check out to entertain themselves?

Thea would sample the local food and try out just about everything she could afford at least once, but likely enjoy the side shows and musicians if there are any.

Polgara would attend any shows involving weird and strange artifacts or relics, like a Ripley’s Believe It or Not! Museum or the cabinet of Dr. Caligari, no doubt making a lot of snarky comments along the way.  In all likelihood, though, she would be the person running such a show, with the possibility of selling such items if the price was right.

Realized lately that horns would really get in the way of wearing hats, so @foxenawolf and I did some quick brainstorming of decorative and practical horn and head wrappings and jewelry.

Examples of Firarsians with few, moderate, and major draconic features.  Art by Foxena.

How draconic is my Firarsian?  (1d12) 1: Looks like a small, humanoid dragon.  Impressive horns, pointed face, visible scales, clawed hands, the works.  You might find yourself the object of veneration. 1-in-20 chance of having an additional major feature like wings, a second set of arms, or a long, snakelike body. 2-3: 1d2+1 obviously draconic features. 4-5: One obvious feature that isn’t hidden easily, plus 1d2 small features.  Larger horns, scaled cheeks, lithe build, pointed face. 6-7: 1d2+1 small features. 8-9: One small feature, easily overlooked.  Small horns, slight scales, or build. 10-12: Not very draconic at all.  Looks like a cat.  Non-Firarsians might not be impressed if you claim to be anything more than very distantly related to dragons.

Modifiers: -2 if kobold, +2 if Espistrephan

“Oh darling, how about we go pay Seron Keras a visit and point out some technical flaws in the mining engines she so rudely set up on our claim?”

“And just when I put the finishing touches on my new mace!  Such fortuitous timing, my love.”

Grendera and Odavacer, two members of the polity (in the loosest sense of the term) known as the Sovereignties, who tend to have many profound disagreements when it comes to interlopers trying to take advantage of them.  Having a would-be overlord of very ambiguous moral outlook for a neighbor gives them plenty of opportunity to practice their applied rhetoric.

Keras tries to ingratiate herself to one of the local fauna living near her farm in the hopes that they will repay her kindness.  The critters collect wild fruit from their large territory, and those who earn their trust can help themselves to a bit of their hoard.

A friend of mine made an off-handed comment that I would create a fantasy creature that resembled a mix of a giant isopod, an otter, and a dolphin.  As usual, I took things too far and went ahead and made it and commissioned my girlfriend to draw it.