Jedi Order Lian Sheffield

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Biographical information

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Age
Tatooine
29

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Force Sensitive
Reputation
Human
Male
6'1
181bs
Black
Blue
Fair
Yes
Troubled Guardian

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· Jedi Order
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____ Lian Sheffield

______"I cannot forgive them. I will not."


_______ |


B I O G R A P H Y

Lian remembers little of his childhood, though knows he was born on the outskirts of Anchorhead, and can vividly recall the scorching temperatures of the Great Chott salt flats. He never knew his father who, after discovering he had put his mother with child, made grand promises of wealth and fortune for the family – only never to return. A simple liar, or dead by some other circumstance never to be known. Both were just as likely. Lian does, however, hold memories of his mother – of being read stories about the sand people, and of ancient mysteries and creatures hiding within the dunes of Tatooine. She was a young woman, only barely in her mid-twenties, and undoubtedly struggled to provide for the two of them, though it never stopped her from trying. He cannot recall much about her, but Lian knows he was loved. It proved an unexpected twist of fate when Lian force-sensitivity was discovered at a young age, the exact circumstances of which he cannot recall.

Taken to Ajan Kloss and introduced to the Jedi Academy there, he became a youngling and was sorted into a training regime. It is Ajan Kloss that forms most of his memories, and though Lian was born in Anchorhead, he would sooner call the jungle moon home. It was in these classes that Lian met a human Coruscanti girl of the same age, Allana. Feisty, independent, quick-witted, and never scared to back down from a fight, the two become quick friends and stuck together throughout their time as younglings. Some of Lian fondest memories remain sneaking off with Allana to explore the dense jungle that surrounded the academy. He was not ashamed to admit she was the braver of the two, with Allana often leading the way in their mini adventures.

Even as a youngling, Lian's proficiency with handling training blades and his keen attention for the various forms of lightsaber combat did not go unnoticed. Indeed, he was eventually selected by an Echani Jedi Knight named Coriic, who took particular interest in honing and refining Lian skill in lightsaber combat. In time, Lian would even be taught the foundations of the Echani Martial Art by Coriic – something he maintains practice with to this day.

His master undoubtedly held a great influence over Lian, inspiring the at-times cynical and disagreeable attitude that had kept Coriic away from the duties that had greater oversight from the Jedi Council. Instead, Coriic and his new padawan found their place amidst the Outer Rim. Handling investigations across the planets, hunting infamous killers, and upholding the peace – their duties were similar to the Jedi Watchmen of old. Hunting both Sith and Jedi artifacts, too, became an important duty of the duo – with an expedition to the mountainous planet of Ibaar remaining a fond memory of Lian to this day.

Coriic and Lian remained together for ten years until, at the age of twenty-one, Lian undertook and passed his trials. It was at his Knighting ceremony that he reconnected with Allana, the fiery girl from his childhood that he had fallen out of contact with. She too was Knighted, though her time as a Padawan had been spent under the tutelage of a Jedi Archaeologist who had managed to tame her more rebellious instincts. Her sharp-tongue and bravery she had not lost, however, and the two quickly reignited their old friendship. Soon, this friendship developed into more – and the newly-knighted Jedi soon became romantically attached.

This budding romance grew into a stable and affectionate relationship, which had tragedy not intervened, would no doubt continue to this day. It was after three months of being apart – Lian on an investigation in the Outer Rim, and Allana conducting an archaeological dig – that the two agreed to meet on Ajan Kloss. Allana, fatefully, arrived a day early.

The Jedi Order had been blind, complacent, and woefully ill-prepared for what was to come. The temple on Ajan Kloss was sacked by a Sith strike team, and the Grandmaster himself struck down in the battle – or, perhaps more accurately – massacre. Allana’s bravery did not fail her that day, though it would be her last. Lian felt the loss in the jump to hyperspace – a pan unlike anything he had experienced, and a pain he will never forget. Only moments after, the message from Jedi Councillor Oren Zapan was broadcast in his freighter, forcing Lian to abandon the jump to Ajan Kloss.

Heart-broken, vengeful, and distraught – Lian's story is only just beginning.





P E R S O N A L I T Y

Vengeful | Cynical | Hurt

Once an easy-going, charming and gregarious Jedi with an easy confidence that followed his every step, the attack on Ajan Kloss has had a remarkable impact on Lian. Most noticeable, perhaps, is the grief that consumes his mind and clouds his every judgement. His life has taken a shocking, unexpected turn that he has yet to come to terms with. As it stands, he does not see the light at the end of the tunnel, he does not see how life can ever be what it was and – most of all – he misses his partner.

Lian carries the heavy weight of these emotions with him, and his personality has shifted. His mood is darker, and he is quick to anger when something, or someone, frustrates him. Gone is his sense of humour, and no longer does he show an interest in getting to know or interact with those around him. He is a shell of his former self, driven only by a deeply-rooted desire for revenge.

Such emotions would be dangerous for any – but none moreso than a Jedi.


A P P E A R A N C E

Lian carries himself with an air of experience befitting a veteran of the Jedi Order – and his slightly rugged appearance reflects this, giving the impression of one who is not especially bothered by the particulars of their appearance. This is not to say he is untidy or ungroomed, however, with his hair being roughly styled to be practically kept out of his eyes, and his beard more-or-less maintained at the same length, though there are occasional periods of growth. His hair itself is a dark, chestnut brown – though some flecks of grey hairs taking root can be spotted throughout.

He stands at 6’1, roughly average for his gender and species, and has a well-defined build that years of athletic training and physicality would produce.

His robes are often in colours of creams, greys and blacks.


P O W E R S_ A N D_ A B I L I T I E S

Undoubtedly, Lian is a skilled combatant and duellist. With Juyo and Djem So in particular, he demonstrates particular skill that has been honed throughout his two decades with the Jedi Order. This skill stems not merely from a natural affinity towards lightsaber duelling, but from years of tutelage under an experienced Echani that enshrined within Lian a great respect and understanding for the art of duelling. Similarly, he has been trained in the Echani Martial Arts and is no slacker when it comes to hand-to-hand brawling, however rare these situations may occur in reality. Instead, Lian primarily uses the Echani Arts as a means to re-focus and center himself.

Though his greatest skill comes in the use of a lightsaber, Lian is still a well-trained and mature Jedi Knight with the expected abilities and competency in the use of the force, though there are many with greater skill and presence of mind in this regard. Specifically, Lian's greatest skill and most training with the force comes in powers that have a use in combat, as well as resistance. He has a desire to develop a deeper affinity with the force, though is certainly in no current state to do so and while this is something that would be unquestionably beneficial for the Jedi Knight, he has not shown any initiative in doing so.

Outside of these talents, Lian is a trained and pilot of considerable skill – having spent the majority of his life travelling the Outer Rim and naturally developing his piloting as a result. He’s no ace, but is nonetheless confident in his ability. Similarly developed by his adventures in the Outer Rim is his skill in survivability, and camping. He knows how to live off of the land around him, and to move through wild and untamed lands. Lian also has a burgeoning interest in archaeology and the histories of ancient civilisations and cultures, though he is somewhat hesitant to approach others about it for fear of revealing just how ignorant he is of the subject.


R E L A T I O N S H I P S

+ — Ally | | o — Neutral | | - — Enemy/Rival

+ Allana Rahli (Deceased)


Note: This list only documents significant relationships Lian has developed.
E Q U I P M E N T

Below is a listing of Lian's gear and assets.

Gear
  • Lightsaber (Purple-crystal. Page to be created for it soon.)
  • Assorted robes and clothing
  • Datapad
  • Commlink

Miscellaneous Equipment

R O L E P L A Y S


 
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