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Kivo
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- pronouns he/him
- species equine
- background wild mage
- age 210 years - looks 50ish (Sept 25th)
- height 16.3hh
Personality
Kivo presents as the tall, dark and mysterious type to strangers. He is rarely seen outside of his establishment. When he does venture beyond the property, he will stick to the shadows, sneaking around to hide from watchers. He will observe every surrounding, glimpsing every detail to answer the whos, the whys and the whats. He is an excellent eavesdropper, gathering every little piece of information to store away and use. Blackmail is always useful in his line of work and when you have every high-flyer entering the club, it is hard not to put the endless possiblities on the back burner for a rainy day.
To those who know him, he is still a hard book to read. Kivo likes to hold his cards close to his chest, never really trusting anyone too much in fear of traitors. History always finds a way of repeating itself and he wasn't willing to have his repeat on him anytime soon.
The one thing about Kivo is that he is very power hungry. Nothing is ever enough. He is always thinking about how he can grow his business and become better and better at what he does. Will this lead to trouble? Probably. But, for now, he is successful which he thoroughly enjoys.
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History
Kivo was an unwanted child, or so he believed. He turned up on the doorstep of a orphanage as a baby, barely hours old. Babies are sought after in the adoption system. Everyone apart from him. He went from family to family, only ever spending a couple of months at a time before being delivered back into the arms of the orphanage who, very quickly, ended up at the end of their tether with him. Knowing he was being pushed aside as the other kids came and went, he resorted to escaping. Every night, he would shimmy out of an open window and out of the back fence which he unnailed from its post. At first it was innocent and he would merely roam his home village aimlessly but he was soon found by authorities and dropped back off where he'd receive a scoulding.
As time went on and Kivo got older, he became sneakier, making friends with those who could hide him and keep him away from the grasp of societial rules. They taught him all the tricks of the trade, starting with the lowly pickpocketing jobs to earn his keep. He showed potential and quickly caught the eye of his boss who wanted to nurture the possibilities inside of him. Kivo grew and grew, his knowledge of criminal life growing with him. Soon, he was the right-hand man with his fingers in many pies. Kivo oversaw the whole operation with everyone answering to him so he could relay everything to bossman. It all was running so smooth until one massive slip-up. Kivo's cronies fell into a large sting operation, missing the obvious signs of a trap. Some of their biggest clients and the best of their employees all in one spot. It was perfect for authorities to sweep in and seize it all. As with any plan, Kivo had a way out and escaped narrowly in a system of underground tunnels beneath the building. How lucky he was. Unfortunately, the same couldn't be said for the rest of his team. Understandably, his boss was furious. In a rage, his boss sent assassins after him in revenge for blood and Kivo had no choice but to flee. He hopped on a boat as a stowaway and sailed away with nothing but his life.
The voyage lasted for months, greuling on and on. He slipped under the radar beneath the drunken captain's nose who was too busy at the bottom of a bottle to notice he'd gained an extra crewmate. A storm brewed on the horizon and when they hit, they were desperately unprepared. The crew fought hard against the waves but the harsh rainfall and swirling winds pushed them off course into shallow waters where the bottom of the boat bashed against hard rock formations. The wood gave way and water flooded in, sinking the ship in seconds. Kivo was first to abandon ship, not willing to drown for something he had no interest invested in. He swam to shore, blinded by the dark of the storm that showed no signs of letting up.
Out of breath and out of ideas, Kivo decided to seek shelter on the land he had fallen across. He huddled under trees, attempting to stay dry until, eventually, the heavy rain gave way and sunlight broke through. With the light, he was now able to explore his new environment and he was pleasantly surprised by what he found.
Here, Kivo began to search for a life here on Ivras. There was plenty of opportunities for him. He started as he had started many moons ago, hiring pickpockets to earn their keep. In return, they were rewarded with food and shelter. With the money rolling in, it allowed Kivo to expand and build his empire, stretching out into the gambling, drugs, and weapons. The more he earnt, the more he revelled in the power of the world he had built for himself. Oh, where could he go next?
With the hunger growling at him to continue, he searched for more. Whispers around told of a shrine which granted eternal youth. This was surely the next step to success. His hunt for immortality was his new obsession and it didn't take him long to find what he was looking for. The shrine of Fortune lay close to his home, Faline. He ventured beyond the walls to find a clergy of priests, all sporting painted masks. It was an ominous sight. They knew what he was here to do. The pact he was about to make was not a light feat and it came with heavy consequences for him to bear but he was prepared to give anything for the gift he was about to receive. The ritual was long and arduous, a long (and slightly boring) chant ringing out across the vast space. An offering of blood to Fortune's shrine was required for the final step and the stallion gladly gave it, slicing into his own skin with a dagger. The deal was made. The pact was final. Kivo was immortal. (Full story in Library)
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Hypnotic Magic
CANNOT BE USED WITHOUT EXPRESS OOC PERMISSION FROM OTHERS
Hypnosis is a trance-like state where a person loses their voluntary abilites. This leaves them in a vulnerable state, highly responsive to suggestion or direction. It can surpress/incite emotion, delete/uncover memories and modify behaviour. It is hard not to cross the balance of right and wrong and is very easily manipulated for the caster's own benefit. Codewords can also be used so that the subject does not revert into this altered self without it. They continue to act normally until the codeword is spoken. This can be spoken by anyone or by a particular person, depending on the caster's decision.
At full capacity, the caster will be able to use someone as a puppet for their own tasks for long periods of time. With immense power, the caster will be able to use this for extended periods of time. With more discipline, the caster will be able to command more from the victim at hand. Eventually, with enough power and discipline combined, the caster will be able to control more than one person.
For Kivo, this transpires as the following:
- With 13 power stats - Once the trance has begun, he has the ability to delete memories of himself from strangers. He can also twist the mind to see a warped reality of the memory. On top of that, he can change people's emotions towards himself and inanimate objects. He can make people do whatever he wishes HOWEVER they cannot be led into danger. Should danger present itself, the magic fades away, leaving the victim with no comprehension of how they ended up where they are. He can now also use codewords which will implant the commandments into his subject's mind but they will not be performed until the codeword is spoken. This codeword can be spoken by anyone or a specific individual if Kivo so chooses. Now, stronger than ever, his ability is allowing him to open doors into people's minds. At the moment, he can only see surface memories (things that have happened recently or things that aren't hidden by the victim).
- With 13 discipline stats - the control he has over an individual victim is limitless so the trance could last for weeks if Kivo chooses but he can only command six different commandments which can not be performed together; only consecutively. Changing people's behaviours and emotions only lasts a short while (less than a day) and then they will revert back to their original selves. Memory deletions are permanent when in relation to Kivo although he can only dive a short time into the past. He can command a small group of people (a crowd of around 10) for roughly 3 hours.
- With 1 cost stat - his hearing becomes compromised whilst in the trance (sounds slightly like faint TV static)
- WARNING FOR VICTIMS - Experiencing this magic may lead to some confusion and disorientation when the task is complete or the magic wears off. You might end up somewhere you've never been before and you may end up stranded/lost. Wherever you are sent, it certainly isn't where you were aiming to be when you woke up that morning and it will be a massive inconvenience to you. I'd say apologies but Kivo really isn't sorry for any upset caused.
Corruption has changed him physically and mentally. He was warned of the consequences but never listened. He now adorns facial armour and leg braces to hide the melting flesh and exposed bone. After his most recent run-in with Fortune, his left shoulder is now skinless with the muscle beneath exposed. Another hit from corruption with his selfish ways has led to his tail hair falling out. Clumps and clumps of luscious black hair fall away as he walks to the point where his tail is nothing more than a boney stump. It is agonisingly painful but, for now, the cost is worth the reward in Kivo's eyes. Should this disease spread, however, there is only so much hiding he can do to disguise the scars of regret. He can not show weakness. He will not show weakness. His mind is warped with the corruption consuming his body. He fights it as much as possible but, sometimes, he gives into its urges and can go on lunatic rampages which he cannot remember after the fact as if his own magic is beginning to turn on him. His recent run in with the patron, Destiny, reversed the damage to his tail. It has magically grown back to its thick, luscious self again.
Scrolls & Amulets
- Darknight Scroll - Kivo can see in the dark - in perfect darkness, he will see in shades of gray; in dim lighting, he will see as if it were a cloudy day
- Mending Scroll - Broken, cracked, or torn objects can be fused back together
- Elemental Blast Scroll - Kivo can harness a single element of their choice, allowing them to lob lightning bolt magical attack
- Light Scroll - Kivo gains the ability to create a weightless, floating orb of light the size and brightness of a powerful lantern
- Minor Healing Scroll - can close small cuts and scrapes, vanish bruises, or stop bleeding. This healing is rudimentary and without finesse, useful mostly as first aid; it can save a life in a pinch, but usually leaves scars or else merely starts a major injury on a path towards natural healing
- Animal Communication Scroll - make himself understood to all animals. Animals will comprehend Kivo's speech and commands, and he will be able to intuit the feelings and intentions of animals by sight
- Magic Detection Amulet - ability to sense traces of magic in an area or on an item
Costs
- Magic somewhat impairs or reduces one or more of the caster's senses while it is in use
Purchase history & STAT CHANGES
- Summoning Circle. 7/10/23. Makes Kivo a mage in the Anathema universe.
- Handmade Idol. 7/10/23. Allows Kivo to carry heavy objects/weapons.
- Pact of Fortune. 7/10/23. Gifts Kivo immortality.
- Darksight Scroll. 7/10/23. Allows Kivo to see in the dark.
- Mending Scroll. 7/10/23. Allows Kivo to mend objects when they are broken.
- Familiar Scroll. 7/10/23. Gives Kivo a black panther friend.
- Elemental Blast Scroll. 7/10/23. Gives Kivo the power to launch a lightning bolt attack.
- Light Scroll. 7/10/23. Gives Kivo the power to create a guiding light.
- Minor Healing Scroll. 7/10/23. Kivo can now heal small wounds.
- Extended Telekinesis Scroll. 7/10/23. Extends Kivo's telekinesis ability in strength and length.
- Animal Communication Scroll. 7/10/23. Kivo can now talk to all animals.
- Enhanced Familiar Amulet. 7/10/23. Gives Kivo's panther friend the ability to wield all of his magical abilities (natural and scroll-based).
- Magic Detection Amulet. 7/10/23. Kivo can now tell if magic was used on an object or if it was recently used in a certain area.
- +2 discipline, +1 power. 22/10/23. More discipline and power.
- +2 power, +1 corruption. Fortune Shrine Reward 29/10/23. More power for his magic but another corruption to tear his body apart.
- +1 corruption. October 2023 Prompt Response. Edging a little closer to full corruption.
x5 Exploding Flasks. 6/11/23. To be used for hunts - single use only. ALL USED.- +1 Power. Autumn 2023 Prompt Reward. There is now no limit on his ability to delete memories.
- +2 Discipline. Great Hunt Reward (Night-Cursed Crone). He can now control multiple people at one time (a small group of roughly 10).
- +1 Corruption. November 2023 Prompt Reward. His tail hair has now fallen from his body, exposing his tail bone.
- +5 Discipline. 24/12/23. The time he is able to hold people in a trance is now limitless. People could go hypnotised for weeks. This only applies to individuals, however, and his control over larger groups has only expanded by a couple more hours.
- +1 Power. 24/12/23. Codewords can be linked to a specific person now, meaning that the trance isn't triggered if anyone else says the word.
- +1 Power. December 2023 Prompt Reward. He now has complete control over people's thoughts and emotions when they are under a trance.
- -1 Corruption. Destiny Shrine Prompt. His tail is back!
- +1 Power. Player Story Prompt Reward. His power now is beginning to allow him to see into other's minds.
- -1 Cost. Magic somewhat impairs or reduces one or more of the caster's senses while it is in use
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