(Hi all! Sorry I haven’t been as active, work has been busy and I got sick. Looking forward to continuing Zephyr’s adventures slowly but surely!)

In the aetheryte plaza, Zephyr was delighted to encounter a band of traveling musicians performing music unlike anything they had ever heard - “country,” according to bystanders. Zephyr was entranced by these festive rhythms and wondered if they, one day, might learn to make music themselves.

Looking to enhance their skills in close quarters combat, Zephyr took inspiration from the Wood Wailers and enrolled in the Lancer’s Guild, eager to learn all they can from Guildmaster Ywain.

Continuing their exploration of Gridania’s guilds, Zephyr enlisted with the Carpenter’s Guild. Although Master Beatin was somewhat blunt at first, he quickly developed an appreciation for Zephyr’s woodworking skills.

After getting free boarding at the Roost, Zephyr decided to enroll in the Leatherworker’s Guild. At first taken aback by Guildmaster Geva’s acerbic tongue and exacting demands, they found through hard work that they were able to approach her exceedingly high standards and crafted some Archer’s gear.

Zephyr was tasked with investigating the Spirithold after some Wood Wailers and conjurers were attacked. They helped rescue the victims but was then ambushed by a clay golem. Yda and Papalymo arrive shortly after Zephyr dispatches of the golem…

…oh, and Zephyr has been having these visions lately 🤔

Growing up around nature, the study of Botany seemed like a natural fit for Zephyr. They enrolled with the Botanist’s Guild to further their knowledge under the guidance of Guildmaster Fufucha and began exploring the flora of the Black Shroud.

In the Aetheryte Plaza, Zephyr encounter an unassuming adventurer who turned out to be a scammer trying to sell gil. Their time training to be a Wood-warden taught them to be vigilant, so they didn’t fall for this scammer’s trap!

Although Zephyr had experience with a bow and arrow in their training to become a Wood-warder, they enrolled at the Archer’s Guild to learn the finer points from Guildmaster Luciane. They were warmly welcomed by Leih Aliapoh, but another member - Silvairre - coldly dismissed Zephyr’s potential. 🏹

Upon their return to Gridania, one of Zephyr’s first tasks was to investigate a sword in a stump in the Jadeite Thick. They encountered Kuplo Kopp, who had been on the chocobo carriage with them, along with a pugilist named Yda and a thaumaturge named Papalymo. Suddenly, angry treats attacked!

Walking back through the Coerthas Central Highlands, Zephyr wasn’t bothered by the cold - but when they reached North Shroud, the exhaustion from the long walk back towards Gridania caught up with them. They stopped for a moment’s respite by what appeared to be a shrine.

In Gridania, Zephyr heard about a place called the Firmament and thought they might like to check it out as a way to learn different trades. A friendly adventurer gave them a ride to Ishgard, but when they got to the gates, they were denied entry 🥺

Zephyr had a desire to learn the healing arts after losing someone dear to them, so they registered at the Conjurer’s Guild and met Brother E-Sumi-Yan before heading out to perform odd jobs (such as slaying Little Ladybugs 🐞)

Zephyr was guided to the Carline Canopy, where they met the proprietress, Mother Miounne. At her behest, they set off to get acquainted with their new home base of Gridania.

Zephyr’s arrival to Gridania was eventful! They shared a chocobo carriage with a merchant named Bremondt, some lively Moogles, and two reticent Elezen youth. The ride was almost halted by a scuffle between the Wood Wailers and a group of Ixal, which spooked the chocobo and sent it racing ahead.

Oh no, I drafted their backstory and it’s heartbreaking 😭 If anyone feels pretty confident with Veena lore and wants to help me workshop it, I’ll happily share it in DM! I want to write it up as a short story eventually.

I’ll start posting about Zephyr’s adventures in Eorzea very soon, though!

Meet Zephyr Wildheart! Newly arrived in Gridania, this gentle soul is seeing the world at large for the first time and has taken up study of conjuring, archery, and botany. Who knows what this brave new world holds for them!