#varshahnwol

In Sidora's rp story, their parents ran a very successful, high end imported clothing boutique. This particular instance, the three traveled to Radz-at-Han for Venine and Solanace to deepen their coffers- I mean offer more avenues of trade in Ishgard.

Sidora was forbidden from going outside, they were ordered to remain in their suite and study. Being the rambunctious scamp they are, they snuck out and explored the glittering city-state. Problem was, they were wearing thick Ishgardian clothing and they were very susceptible to heat. They passed out in the marketplace, only to be revived by a young Auri boy with beautiful crimson eyes.

He taught them a way to keep themself cool, a tool that the alchemists offer to visitors who are prone to overheating. He offered them a bag of ice crystals to keep on their body to help regulate their temperature. The two explored the city, with the Au Ra as Sidora's tour guide. Upon seeing the alchemists in action, Sidora became enamored with the craft.

Their final destination, the great Hall of Meghaduta. As they ascended the stairs, Sidora spied their parents talking with the Satrap, and were caught red handed out of their room. Venine immediately ordered them to march straight back to the suite without another word, but stole one last longing glance at their new friend, whom they never caught his name.

Years go by, and the Dragonsong War finally concluded. Sidora, a battlefield healer, felt detached and disassociated from reality, so they took a trip across the oceans to Othard, wandering the lands eastward until they spent their last gil on a boat ride to Thavnair. Arriving to the gilded city once more, they offered healing services in exchange for a meal. Mehride offered a different deal, helping the alchemists instead. They arrived to the Crucible, and met the Head Alchemist: Varshahn.

Bonus for reading this far:

"This is where they mix the reagents to create potions and tinctures."

"Woah!"

"Do you mind I'm trying to work? Are you kids even allowed to be down here???"