Post by Gaston on May 30, 2016 6:42:24 GMT
"With strength of beasts and the courage of man, I carry my burdens on my back and press onward."
"These marks make a declaration; that I have something to cherish, and I am not afraid of fighting to my last to keep that something alive. To forget yourself is to forget the skin you wear, and I am proud to know who I am."
Appearance:
Notable Features:
- Decorated by scars and various tribal tattoos.
- Seeming lack of an iris and pupil.
Holtan is a tall man with short brown hair, a thick beard and a fair, weathered skin complexion. Many would first take notice of his large stature and upon closer inspection, come to notice the myriad of scars that decorate his flesh. The tribal tattoos mark his affiliation with the native tribes and he's taken a more animalistic approach to his appearance; clothing in patchwork leathers, hides and furs belonging to various animals and adorning those clothes with animal bone trinkets. Being integrated back into society has given his apparel some modern qualities, including thick metal shoulder plates and a breastplate for armour, on such an occasion when he knows he might encounter something nasty. His gloves, much like his boots, are made of an extremely thick, layered and heavy animal hide, lined with fur to keep in warmth. His gait is full of confidence and he takes strides carrying an invisible burden on his back.
"Sitting under a great tree when the sun is high is good... A delicious meal that's shared is also good... The gaze of a beautiful woman? Eh, that's also good."
Personality:
Quirks:
- Adopts simple animal gestures.
- Prefers to wear bare-chested jackets unless fighting.
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What people know:
Holtan is a fair man, although a little rough around the edges, but sets himself to every task he's given with a hard-working ethic no matter how big or small. He enjoys personal freedom and sharing his experiences with others, or learning new things from those around him. He takes his connection to nature and the natives of Izmir seriously; engaging in native culture, reveres nature spirits and enjoying wholesome, healthy food. He wears his scars and tattoos with pride and is often seen around the New Dawn Estate either heavy lifting, going for walks, training or adhering to the tenets of his faith.
He enjoys a good smoke of tobacco, succulent meat (particularly from boar) and experiencing the great outdoors. He doesn't seem to get along well with nobles or those who think of themselves higher than their station, often saying that we all work together and look after each other. Holtan seems to like women with thick legs, wide hips and long hair, having said as much in simple conversation. Tattoos are also a fond topic for Holtan and he does make it a preference to look at women with tattoos more often. Other things he's mentioned is that he has a younger sister who lives with the natives and that they were adopted into a native family. If you make fun of the things that Holtan finds important, he will comment that he'll want to punch you in the face.