architect. philanthropist. monetarist. A Coerthan Elezen residing in Ul'dah, swept into a world of power dynamics, influential wealth, and corruption

Ivaythe Vesperius

gallery

we will stand tall...face it all together

the lady monetarist

Vesperius
The Silver Court
Bad Day

Thank you for taking the time to read though Ivaythe's carrd. Do feel free to contact me by discord if you would like to meet her or have any questions regarding roleplay.

post script

we will stand tall...face it all together

OOC guide

swept away I'm stolen

she / her. mountain time.

Ul'dah. Thanalan. Ishgard. Politics. Corruption. Art.

— contact

DMs. Open, Ivaythe Vesperius@Balmung
Availability. Weeknights, weekends in advance
Walkups. Feel free to send a tell
Medium. I prefer in game sessions.

— style

My favorite themes are long-term plot development and political intrigue. Though I am open to short-term and slice-of-life themes. Combat themes are open with solid plot development.I prefer lore flexibility allowing sensible insertion, world-building, and great ideas!Ivaythe is involved in criminal affiliations. Her entanglement is on an IC need-to-know basis, but need not be the focus.

— about

I am 30+, a lover of art, economics and science. I enjoyed FFXIV since 2021 and also play Stardew Valley, buggy Bethesda games, and Destiny 2. Aside from gaming, I enjoy tennis and digital painting.

— limits

Romance. Ivaythe is not available for romance. Platform. I prefer in-game sessions, however I will entertain Discord RP. Boundaries. I separate art from the artist and hope you will do the same.
Please no god-modding, meta-gaming, or perma-damage. Age. Please no minors.

Architecture. Business partners. Friendship. Adversaries.

silver lining

a thousand miles and poles apart

biography

when it crumbles...we will stand tall

face it all together let the skyfall

  name.    Ivaythe Vesperius nee Delamair
  age.    30
  race.    Coerthan Elezen
  birthday.     1st sun of 4th umbral moon.
  pronouns.     she / her
  height.     6'5"
  hair color.     blonde
  eye color.     steel blue-gray
  style.   classic old money

— impression

Idealist. But more than an idle dreamer, Ivaythe holds strong ambitions to heighten her family, community, and herself. Altruistic in nature, she believes charity is her divine duty, a stance she takes seriously and thus suffers disdain for the wasteful. Pride. Generous though far from gentle. She strives to maintain influence in Ul'dah and rise to greater seats of power.

— experience

Ishgardian Building. Sponsored by House Dzemael, Ivaythe is adept in building fortification, including masonry technology. Firmament Ivaythe was heavily involved with the Firmament restoration projects concerning planning and aesthetics. Sculpture. As a hobby, Ivaythe spends her leisure time crafting figurines and thus stems an obsession with all things art. Melted Ice. Ivaythe studies basic thaumaturgy spells, which she uses for assisting in construction and defense.

— loyalties

The Silver Court. The Vesperius family, including affiliations and Astera Vesperius Businesses of travel and charity. Vallée du Verre. The Delamair Barony in West Coerthas, rich in resources and building materials that fuel her projects. Allies. All esteemed allies, clients and friends of House Vesperius are held in high regard by virtue.

— charities

Elevation. Her second best reason for immigrating to Ul'dah, this primary charity company involves rebuilding Thanalan properties, providing affordable housing, and architecture design for civic centers. Eminence. An art gallery in Ul'dah, currently in the planning stage and decorating stage. An empty room that needs to be filled with art. Equilibrium. Greater Thanalan Water Equality Project, a collaborative waterworks repair and purification charity.

  job occupation.   philanthropist
  place of origin.   West Coerthas
  home.    Ul'dah
  political party.   Monetarist
  affiliation.   House Vesperius
  status.     married
  alignment.   neutral good
  mbti.     infj
  deity.     Halone & Nald'thal

from the sky

i've drowned and dreamt this moment...

history

hold your breath and count to ten

feel the earth move and then hear my heart burst again

— foundation

Ivaythe Veseperius nee Delamair is the oldest daughter of Baron Auguste de Delamair and Imogène de Cailleteau. Her siblings include Émile and André, twin younger boys.The family owns a moderate plot of land in West Coerthas, plentiful with building and alchemical resources. The manor is of formidable design, with sharp gables and prominent spires, and is located within a frozen valley, thus earning the name Vallée de Verre. Though far from safety and susceptible to wyvern attack, the manor underwent several reconstructions and renovations until it reformed into a stalwart fortress. In the waning years of the Dragonsong War, Ivaythe was tasked to defend the Delamair manor while her parents fought on the frontlines or other matters. Thus, the elezen developed an immediate interest to building structure and defense.The Delamair family strongly supports House Dzemael, providing their skills in masonry, mortar manufacture, and building restoration. Thus, they maintain a strong social status in Coerthas and continue to be a critical ally dedicated to the growth of Ishgard.Baron Delamair, Ivaythe's father, is currently the lead for several infrastructure projects in Coerthas, and she has been granted education and experience with city building and fortification. Though continuing the family craft is a safe option, Ivaythe's unsettling creativity and artistic talent demand something more inspiring.

— elevate

Yet Ivaythe's offers in Ishgard didn't match her ambitions nor sate her deep well of creativity. In the era of Ishgard's (relative) peace, Ivaythe had anticipated more significant roles in construction assignments or even leading a major project, only to be left wanting.Driven by a thirst for opportunities for creativity and growth, Ivaythe traveled to other city-states, seeking experience and solitude for study. She flourished in Ul'dah, and her ideas and artful delight attracted the attention of Monetarist Lords, particularly Lord Drakkaern Vesperius, with whom she formed an immediate connection.To her enjoyment, Ivaythe soon experienced a culture where innovation and creativity had room to grow farther than titles and birthright. She spent more time in Ul'dah; an intended vacation became an extended visa. Connections started to take root, and it seemed that Ivaythe would be a permanent resident in Thanalan.But with an enticing offer back home, Ivaythe returned to Ishgard to play a role in rebuilding the Firmament and Empyreum construction. She believed this was a golden opportunity, leaving what she built in Ul'dah behind.That golden opportunity was far from imagined. With the projects completed, Ivaythe was at a standstill, eventually experiencing a professional recession. Most of all, she missed what she left behind in Ul'dah.

present

put your hand in my hand and we'll stand

at skyfall let the skyfall

— fracture

After five years of seeing Ivaythe's dismay in Ishgard, Lord Vesperius returned to her at the recess of her professional career and upended her former aspirations for Ishgard. This was a welcomed interruption, as she soon realized that her purpose in the Holy See was in miserable stagnation.The Ul'dan monetarist offered the Ishgardian something greater in career and personal commitment. He proposed plans and funding to kick start a building charity where she could be free to grow as an architect and feed her generous nature.Lord Vesperius offered to start a building charity together and work closely with her in his other various humanitarian projects. Thus, the lady found herself at a crossroads: familial duty or take the risk and see her dreams into fruition. She chose the risk.Leaving Ishgard for Ul'dah wasn’t an easy decision for Lady Delamair. Many in the Holy See thought it was reckless, while others saw it as an opportunity to strengthen bonds between the two city-states. Her decision faced pushback from nobles, and the dispute was settled by a combative trial in favor of her now fiancé.

— rebuild

Although Ivaythe's engagement to the Monetarist Lord is considered Halone's will and enthused by many, her departure left behind a petty bitterness to a select few. While her Coerthan family has accepted and welcomed the union, Ivaythe would not forgive nor allow the indignation of those who challenged her and House Vesperius. It was an offense that was effectively quieted with discretion.Detached though not severed from Ishgard, she enjoys freedom and fulfillment in architecture and charity work in her new home in Ul'dah. Rarely does she visit the Holy See, but never from a state of fear or shame for leaving. Now, she keeps herself busy with several projects, such as designing civic centers and city infrastructure, as well as constructing venues dedicated to historical and cultural enrichment. And, of course, building influence with Monetarists and citizens alike. Elevation is her first charity company dedicated to building. Equilibrium, or Water Equality project, intends to provide clean and accessible water to Ul'dah and the surrounding area. And recently, her talents expanded to cultural projects in Ul'dah, where she opened an art gallery called Eminence and a planned resort in the Cieldalaes.

plot & hooks

so overdue I owe them...swept away I'm stolen

ideas

put your hand in my hand and we'll stand

at skyfall let the skyfall

— steps of Nald

influence and seat of power

The Lady Vesperius. Old money from Ishgard married to new power in Ul'dah. Her ambition voracious, none can predict how far she will rise. One thing is certain: she has shifted the balance of power. How will you prosper from it?
A Finger On The Thread. The Vesperius matriarch is far from content to lean upon her husband's gilded laurels. She rests a delicate finger on the web of power in Ul'dah, and perchance many will seek to sway her considerable influence to your favor.

Relevant to: "politicians," Ul'dan elite, spies.

— Astera Oasis

experience luxury

The Oasis. A high-class hotel and lounge started by the Vesperius family in Ul'dah. The best food and stay attract wealth and status around the star. Why not experience elegance in Ul'dah?
The Lounge. On the lower floors of the Oasis Hotel, high-profile, and influential elite gather here for business and pleasure. It is one of the few public spaces in Ul'dah where Ivaythe may properly relax. When she wants to be approached casually, she will be here.

Relevant to: travelers, socialites, foodies, slice of life.

— steps of Thal

strike a balance

An Empire of Stone and Jewel. The Lady Vesperius cultivates sympathetic ties to many independent mining companies, paying well above market for sustainably sourced mineral wealth.
None to Thal Before Their Due. She's taken to worship of the traders in unconventional and unique ways. Among them are efforts to conserve the natural world. "What terrible arrogance commands Men to send Nald's creations to Thal before their proper hour?"

Relevant to: rock merchants, traders, Thanalan locals.

— Elevation

building business

Project Partners. Her current charity and business is dedicated to providing affordable housing and civic centers, including museums and galleries. Ivaythe is hiring builders, planners, and resource extractionists.
Architects to Engineers. Because they go so well together (hah).

Relevant to: construction workers, planners, engineers.

— Eminence

art museum in ul'dah

Advocate for the arts. A supporter of the arts, Ivaythe is working towards opening a gallery in Ul'dah.
Acquisition. An art gallery needs art. Those who want their pieces showcased may turn to her for the opportunity and coin. But should you have other means of obtaining art, she may write a check without question.

Relevant to: artists, artifact dealers, thieves.

— Equilibrium

clean water equality

Purification. Clean and accessible water is a persistent challenge in Thanalan, especially for impoverished and unprotected residences.
This charity project, started by Astera Vesperius and in collaboration with Dr Scarlet Fisher, intends to solve this problem efficiently.

Relevant to: alchemists & engineers.

— Ishgard.

few and far between

Firmament Restoration. Ivaythe was actively involved in the Firmament restoration project and could have easily been recognized to those involved.
Comradely Coerthan. Though Ivaythe's visits in Ishgard are few and far between, maintaining a good standing and house relations are important to her.

— Ul'dah.

residence and seat of power

Astera Oasis. A hotel and lounge started with her spouse and family. Currently opened in Ul'dah. Come stop by?
Monetarist. Networking never ends. Maintaining influence is critical for her position, and would do well with those of status in politics or who have eyes in dark corners.

— Cieldalaes.

vacation resort and resources

Island Sanctuary. Abundant with resources and building materials, Ivaythe recently drew her attention to acquiring a plot of land in the Cieldalaes archipelago.
Conservation. Developing a soft spot for oceanic environments, Ivaythe took a keen interest in conservationist projects; extracting valuable resources without damaging nature.

to persue.

where you go, I'll go... what you see, I see

at skyfall let the skyfall