Duster

The Player
Player Name/Handle: Nara
Player Contact: mutanthairything
Characters Currently Played: N/A
Are you 18 or older?: Yes
Who invited you into Bardsong?: 'twas thee, Prof

The Character
Name: Duster
Canon: Mother 3
Canon Point: After the ending, where the characters find themselves in a reborn world
Age: somewhere in his 20's
History: Game summary. For the parts with just Duster, Skip chapters 3 and 6, then start chapter 7 at "The Fourth Needle"
Personality:
At the surface, Duster is a quiet, gloomy, shabby man who does not put much effort into his appearance, leading most strangers to dismiss him as someone unimportant. Beneath that, he is a surprisingly skilled fighter and a talented musician. Dig deeper, and you'll find a total sweetheart who is the most devoted friend a person could ask for.

He's a passive fellow, used to doing things others tell him to instead of taking charge himself. Much of it comes from being raised by a strict father, diligently training and following orders. Whenever he made a mistake that lead to a tirade of verbal abuse, he'd try not to react to it. Such as example is near the beginning of the game, when he is sent to retrieve an "important item" from the depths of Osohe Castle only to return with the wrong thing. As Wess yells at him, he steps back nervously, unable to speak up for himself. And it's not like he's exceptionally prone to making mistakes: he overlooks details like most people would, and he takes his time in figuring puzzles out. He's no moron no matter how often Wess calls hims that; but that lack of self-esteem is prominent in the beginning of the story, and he's often not sure of his himself. While he does develop over the course of the story to be more decisive, it takes him a while to decide what he wants, and trying to please everyone makes decisions harder. When he was given the choice of staying with the DCMC or joining Lucas, he thought of how picking one side meant letting down the other, and it led to his band friends rigging a rock-paper-scissors tournament so that he could leave on an adventure without feeling guilty.

He is dutiful son and a loyal friend, which is a wonderful trait to have when the people he interacts with have his best interests in mind. When it comes to people that aren't the healthiest to be around, it leads to problems. During Chapter 2, he wouldn't dare to speak out against his father, and it took Princess Kumatora to step in and tell Wess to cut out his mistreatment of Duster. He's a bit of the Distressed Damsel of the narrative, being the one party member held captive by the enemy and needing to be found/rescued a few times, but he has complete faith in his friends and that things will turn out alright.

Which leads us to his optimism. His default facial expression and appearance makes him look downcast about everything, but he has incredible hope that despite the suffering and terror the characters go through, in the end, it will be all worth it. When asked if he was an unlucky or lucky person for getting kidnapped right after being rescued by Mr. Saturns, he states that they're all lucky. The party is together again. When the Dark Dragon wakes and an apocalyptic scene ensues, he's calm when it's over and happy they have a new world to live in.

Despite how much he believes in others, he doesn't have a lot of faith in himself. He's one of the strongest fighters, an incredible musician, and when fighting solo, he relies on strategic use of his battle tools. Yet he'll downplay his abilities, such as when he first becomes playable: pointing out first that he has a pronounced limp, but it's okay, he'll do his best! When first asked to Wall Staple a cliff so Flint could scale it, he admits that he's unsure if he'll be able to do it properly in a real life scenario, but he does it anyway. If he's asked to do something, he will obey though he won't be surprised if it doesn't work out. Knowing he was of some use and that he helped is good enough for him. Becoming a celebrated musician helps him understand that he's more amazing that he initially believes, though he's not one to boast about his skills. He doesn't go around telling everyone that he's the musician known as "Lucky": it takes a dedicated fan to recognize him on the street before he admits he's that same person.

Duster is a humble, polite, compassionate man, talking gently with Lucas, who was grieving over the recent loss of his mother, and befriending the child-like Mr. Saturns to the point where he understands their quirky speech and behavior almost perfectly. The day after Hinawa dies, he's the first person to approach her husband to offer his condolences. It's difficult for him to say something mean spirited, and even his sole two jabs at the main villain took a whole game of evil misdeeds to say. Despite his celebrity status by the end of the story, he remains just as quiet and introverted, preferring the company of a few friends to hundreds of fans, though the extra attention is amazing, and he would never give up the chance to perform and make people happy. He likes pleasing people, friends and authority figures alike, and he needs people to stand up for him at times. In return, he'll defend them with his life.

Inventory: Some snacks, a Thunder Bomb, and his Thief Tools. (Note: the Thief Tools, when used in battle, cause status effects, but I can just retain their flavor descriptions. For example, a Scary Mask won't lower Attack, but it would be be frightening, and characters can react to the sound of a Siren Beetle as they desire instead of losing a turn. The question I have is the Wall Staples - they are used to pin down enemies and to scale sheer cliffs. What would happen to the 10 that Duster has in his inventory?)

Link one or two roleplay samples featuring your character from within the past year: one, two
Name two short term goals and one long term goal you have for your character in this game: I want Duster to be in charge of his own way in life instead of being a passive player. The first things I want to do with him is to get a regular gig as a musician and to have him practice his thieving/sneaking abilities during a plot even.
(Optional)Specify up to three starting character classes for your character: Outlander, Performer

code @ efryndiel

Akane - A purple coat
Aoi - a warm sweater-vest
Chrom - warm leather gloves
Donnel - a book on self-defense
Ellana Levana - a pillow shaped like a bee
Jack Harkness - a red and green tie
Johnny - guitar polish
Namine - A towel with a chocobo design
Reno - iron knuckles
Rialynn - hiking boots
Sparks Nevada - coffee
Tazendra - shoes of +5 speed
Vanitas - tea
Vincent Valentine - Trano Golsaucia coffee

Received:
bass case (Aoi)
blue scarf (Ellana)
gummy candy (Plena, Vanitas' Moogle)
postcard and bracelet with chocobo feather (Namine)

Memory - Club Titiboo

[This has to be the gaudiest, 50's-esque building interior ever. Checkerboard carpet, the smell of greasy food and cigarettes, and tired miners exiting the building late at night. To a band of guys backstage, this his home. It's after another fantastic concert, everyone's gone home with a smile on their face, and their newest song was a hit. One of the musicians slaps the bassist on the back, who looks a lot like Duster with nicer clothes and a wig.]

They loved you, Lucky! What did I tell you?

[Lucky laughs - it's Duster's voice, confident and relaxed. ] You know, I almost didn't realize everyone else in the room. Just me and my bass, you know?

[Another one opens the door to his room, and just before he steps in, he turns to the crew.] Better be careful next time, 'cause your fingers fly so fast, you'll end up tearing up that bass in the middle of a concert!

Yeah, you know what? Someone like you deserves a high quality bass. We're gettin' you a new instrument for your anniversary!

[Duster smiles nervously. It's too much for someone that's just joined the band. It feels like a lot. As he limps down the hallway, one by one his friends get into their rooms. His is at the end, near the largest of the waitresses' bedrooms.]

Call to Adventure

[He's leaving the club. He doesn't remember who he is, but this boy recognizes him. And - strangely enough - he feels like he knows him back. It's been settled: he's taking the boy, his dog, and the young woman named Kumatora to the hiding spot that might hold the secret to his past.

But this means he's leaving the band.

With a heavy heart, he follows the group towards the front entrance, but pauses as he hears music coming from the stage area.]

What is it?

...Someone's on stage?

[They let him be as he listens to his bandmates send him off.]

Saturn Valley

[Duster, Kumatora, Lucas, and Boney are all incredibly tired. This...purple hotspring in this peaceful valley is just what they need after a long day of fighting off Pigmasks, Fassad, losing Phrygia, and generally having a stressful day. The three humans and one dog sing into the warm waters, coffee in hand.]

What's in here? [Lucas sloshes the half mug of coffee that remains.]

Dunno. Never asked, but I never really understood them. Duster? You're the guy that can read them. What are they saying?

[Duster looks at the small creature poking at the pile of equipment piled onto the grass nearby.]



It looks like it's just normal coffee to them.

It sure isn't normal human coffee.

[The Mr. Saturn makes a small noise, then walks away.]

I think you insulted him.

[Kumatora huffs and sinks into the water. They rest in silence for a few minutes. Lucas is the first to speak up.]

Just three more to go...huh. It's weird thinking that I've already come this far. [In terms of fighting against the Pigmasks or in terms of how he's grown? Duster keeps that thought to himself.]

...You're a brave kid, Lucas. Take it from me. I remember you when you were small, and you've done a lot for you, okay? I don't know if I'd even be here if it wasn't for you.

[The boy smiles, and his dog paddles next to him to rest his head on his shoulder. Kumatora leans in and whispers to Duster.]

Thanks. I think he needed to hear that.

[In one rare moment, Duster visibly smiles.]

Name: Duster
Age: 26 (headcanon)
Gender: Male
Canon: Mother 3
Canon Point: After the ending sequence but before the secret ending
Link to Application: Inside the present, you found an app!

Moogle Name: Tamekichi
Moogle Gender: Male

Inventory: Ocarina, Egg of Light, Suit (periwinkle suit, red tie, white dress shirt, black shoes), Concertina, Experience Orb (July) (August - 6 months,September - 4 months, October - 4 months November - 2 months, December - 4 months)

ACTIVE JOBS:
THIEF (6 Months)

Initial	Steal	Steals an item from an enemy.
Initial	Flee	Allows the character and teammates to disappear from battle.
One Month	Burgle and Buff	Raises attack by 25% when successfully stealing an item.
Two Months	Larceny	Steals status buff and protections from the enemy.
Four Months	Shakedown	Steals an item from all enemies at once with a 25% success rate for each.
Six Months	Borrowed Time	Freezes an enemy in time for thirty seconds (does not work on bosses).

Bard (MAX)

Initial	Victory Fanfare	A song that restores 1/5 of all allies' health when played at the end of a battle.
One Month	Battle Scene	A song that boosts all allies' stats by 15% when played during a regular battle.
Two Months	Spoony Bard	Makes the bard virtually invincible, but leaves them unable to do anything.
Three Months	Boss Theme	A song that boosts all allies' stats by 30% when played during a boss battle.
Four Months	Legendary Melodies	Allows to start learning Legendary Melodies.
Six Months	Troubadour	Allows stacking the effects of two songs.
Nine Months	Soul Voice	Doubles the effects of non-legendary song.s
One Year	Nameless Song	A song that casts Regen, Protect, Shell and Haste on all allies.
Thanks Kalki	Melodies of Death	An otherworldly song that kills all those who hear it, allies and enemies alike.

Custom Songs

Initial	Mind of a Thief	Calms the minds of other party members. Prevent Confuse and Berserk.
Three Months	Accelerondo	Increase stats (particularly speed) for Paladins, Dark Knights, Magitek Knights, and Warriors.
Seven Months	Gentle Rain	Casts Regen and adds brief added defense to Fire attacks.
One Year	A Tiny, Enormous Miracle	Casts Revive on all fallen party members.

Legendary Songs

February	Imperial March	Increases stats of Gunners, Magitek Knights, Ninjas and Illusionists by 75%.
January Event	Dancing Mad	Doubles stats and attack power when fighting other Heroes of Light.
March	You're Not Alone	Allows to use Limit Breaks with more health left than usual.
May	Fighting Fate	Triples all stats when facing Hamsters.
July	Choral of Kingle Moggle Mog	Immunizes all allies to dark and light elements.
September	Clash on the Big Bridge	Doubles attack power of characters equipped with swords.
November	Mognet Central	Allows Moogles to switch Jobs without requiring a downtime.
September	Theme of the Crystals	Increases the effectiveness of all spells by 50% and halves spell casting time.
December	Melody of the Calamity	Doubles all stats when fighting an Avatar or Agent of the Calamity.

ONION KNIGHT

One Maxed Job	Job Master	Expands the Job limit from five to ten.
Three Maxed Jobs	Multi Exp	Stored Jobs receive 1/4 of exp even when unequipped.

INACTIVE JOBS:
Monk (MAX)

Initial	Kick	Physical attack (hits multiple targets).
One Month	Boost	Doubles the power of the next attack.
Two Months	Perfect Counter	Stays idle but counter if attacked (x2 attack power).
Four Months	Invigorate	Doubles physical might at the cost of halving defense (ten minutes).
Six Months	Fists of Wind	Increases movement speed (ten minutes).
Nine Months	Chakra	Heal mid wounds and cures status ailments (on self only).
One Year	Natural Talent	Doubles physical might (permanent so long as the Job is equipped).

BEARER OF WISDOM (7 Months)

Initial	Aura Sensing	Concentrates to sense the power of darkness or presence of evil.
One Month	Hylia's Prayer	Improves an ally's resistance to physical attacks.
Two Months	Goddess's Blessing	Grants a weapon the holy property.
Three Months	Zelda's Gift	Heals mid wounds on an ally and raise a barrier equivalent to the health restored.
Four Months	Divine Materialization	Summons a sword or bow and arrows enchanted with light magic.
Six Months	Evil's Bane	Banishes evil entities, monsters of the dark element or undead into the Rift.

CRYSTAL RESEARCHER (5 Months)

Initial	Symbiosis	Reduces research time on a project to three months.
Five Months	Teleportation	Teleports to a previously visited and non-crystallized location.

Dragoon (MAX)

Initial	Jump	Leaps high into the air before quickly descending to attack an enemy.
Initial	Crescent Moon	Attacks all enemies at once.
1 Month	Lancet	Absorbs life energy from an enemy (weak).
2 Months	Spirit Surge	Raises endurance and agility (five minutes).
3 Months	Decimate	Instantly kills enemies with less than 15% of their health left.
6 Months	Mirage Drive	Temporarily summons two clones to confuse the enemy and attack.
9 Months	Dragon Breath	Casts a magical fire breath against all enemies.
One Year	Chaos Thrust	Devastating physical attack (all). Increases might for thirty minutes.

Santa Claus (12 Months)

Initial	All-Knowing List	Effects varies whether the target is on the good or naughty list.
One Month	The Toy Bag	Unlocks a magical bag in which virtually anything can be stored.
Two Months	Christmas Spirit	Inspires trust in others and spreads a joyful atmosphere around.
Three Months	Jingle Bell	Shrinks self to go through chimneys or otherwise tiny passages.
Four Months	Coal Lumps	Harmless attack that hurts the target's confidence, pride and motivation.
Six Months	Holy Advent	Doubles the effectiveness of this Job on December.
Nine Months	Security Elf	Summons a Tarutaru-sized security elf to protect the character.
One Year	Letter to Santa	Capability to gift what is written on letters sent to the character.

Limit Break:16-hit Combo
Duster attacks one enemy and, at a musical rhythm, hits it 16 times with powerful kicks. One of those attacks has the potential to be a critical hit, and if it happens, the enemy is knocked out of the battlefield.

Link to HMD: OKAY desu ka?
Link to Permission List: You ran into Permissions and its cohorts!