noctis lucis caelum.

starter: relicanth.

characteristic: proud of its power (atk)
nature: lax (atk+, def-, likes spicy, hates sour)
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eterna city: glameow

characteristic: strong-willed (sp. def)
nature: calm (sp. def+, atk-, likes bitter, hates spicy)
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Player Information
Name: Michelle
Age: Yes
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Current characters: Mira, Goro Akechi

Character Information
Name: Noctis Lucis Caelum
Series: Final Fantasy XV
Appearance: Here. His hair is a little longer!
Age: 30
Canon Point: After the game.
Transferring From: Airlocked!
Canon History: yo
Canon Personality: Noctis might look like the typical brooding JRPG emo kid, but he's far from that. Rather, Noctis is friendly and open-hearted... and he's not afraid to tease those he cares about. When comfortable around someone, Noctis is downright playful. He doesn't hesitate to dole out nicknames, such as "Specs" for Ignis. Noctis isn't afraid to be sarcastic, either, and part of his charm comes from his quick wit and ability to piggyback off another's jokes. However, Noctis doesn't joke around when it's too inappropriate; he likes to have fun, but when he needs to be serious, he can shift gears pretty easily. Regardless, he gives his friends a good-natured hard time, especially when they're annoying him. He's still pretty young, after all. Noctis isn't afraid to speak his mind, though--when he's cranky, he lets people know it, and he kind of... lashes out at people who are close to him. His friends are quick to call him out on it, though. They keep him grounded, and he trusts them to a great extent--even going so far as to jump off a high building when Prompto tells him to, and without question.

But he doesn't hesitate to call them out, either. He reads his friends well, so Noctis is pretty perceptive. They're more like his brothers, and they've been at his side for a long time, so he knows where to prod them to get a reaction. Unfortunately, even they can't quell his rebellious side. As a kid, Noctis was hard to tie down and keep an eye on. He sneaked out of the palace often in order to play, a fact that he was able to keep a pretty good secret for the most part. Even as a young adult, Noctis tends to get sidetracked in order to help people instead of attending to his duties.

Noctis is frustratingly stubborn sometimes. While it manifests sometimes as determination and dedication--such as his keeping his promise to Luna and writing something in the exchange book whenever he receives it, and he refuses to turn down a challenge when his pride is on the line--it's also an extremely negative quality sometimes. When he hears something he doesn't like, it can be difficult to get him to listen. He jumps to every conclusion in the book and sometimes refuses to acknowledge something for a while. He needs to see something when it's bad in order to confirm it for himself, and when he's upset he becomes not only cranky but antagonistic and downright moody. He has a hard time listening, sometimes. Noctis, when he doesn't like what he sees or hears, becomes irrational and angry. He is very much ruled by his emotions as a young man. Take, for example, his attempting to kill Ardyn immediately when he sees him following Lunafreya's death. As far as Noctis is concerned, revenge is the only thing that matters. He blocks out anything else, and instead focuses on what'll make him feel better at the moment. Even though "Ardyn" pleads with him to stop, Noctis does not. He doesn't even realize that "Ardyn" is acting strange... he just thinks that Ardyn is screwing with him, and therefore, Noctis wants to hurt him.

It's obvious, though, as the game goes on, just how much stress Noctis takes on. He has odd nightmares. He broods a little more, especially as more people get hurt--because of him, he thinks. Noctis isn't angry at anyone, though, except himself. He continues to show incredible kindness to everyone, but it's pretty obvious that he's slowly begun to crack under the pressure, and it shows most when he's tired or annoyed, which is when he's most prone to snapping. He also becomes angrier and angrier at the Empire, once even commenting that he'd fight for and gain vengeance for Jared, who died at their hands.

Noctis is most emotional when it comes to his friends. Following Altissia's aftermath, he's visibly distressed by Ignis's being blind. In the same vein, Noctis's emotions are put on full display when he unwittingly pushes Prompto off a moving train. A little bit of Noctis's reaction is showed in Episode Prompto, and Aranea Highwind comments that Noctis was so upset he couldn't even speak properly. Noctis knows he messed up, and even if he doesn't mean to, Noctis completely and utterly blames himself. And when Regis dies, Noctis is angry and hurt. Angry, because his father is dead nad his home has fallen. Angry, because Regis kept things from him and even lied to him. Noctis loves his father above all else, and when it's revealed that Regis hadn't been completely honest, he lashes out.

But Noctis Lucis Caelum is not unreasonable. Above all else, he's a prince, and he knows he has duties. Therefore, when faced with what he must do--recover the royal arms and become a protector of the people, a king--he takes on those responsibilities with grace, even if there is some resistance initially. Noctis learns to adapt to even the bitterest of circumstances, a quality well-needed in a king. He adapts not only to his duties, but also the myriad of weapons he's able to use. Noctis shows an impressive capacity for adaptation, and even takes it in stride--traveling on the road, camping outdoors, it's all good as long as he can take a nap here and there. (And Noctis loves his naps.)

Noctis has a very soft spot for animals. Cats, dogs, chocobos--he loves 'em all. There's a sidequest in Galdin Quay where Noctis gets sidetracked catching a fish for a stray cat. During the same sidequest, he actually talks to the cat, and when the cat meows in reply, Noctis sounds both happy and encouraged. Similarly, whenever Luna's dogs show up, Noctis always has a smile and a good pet for them. He's also very willing to take on a huge, infamous behemoth in order to assure chocobos' safety. (At the chocobo outpost, Noctis also gives all the chocobos hugs and tells them they're good birds.) Noctis's love for animals is just one side of his caring nature, though.

Noctis is incredibly loyal to his friends. As long as they're happy and safe and at his side, Noctis is content. They don't have to stick at his side, after all, especially after things turn incredibly ugly. Yet they do--and Noctis appreciates them and everything they've done. His friends are his family, really, and he knows he can rely on them no matter what. It's one of the reasons Noctis is so willing to go out of his way to do things with them that'll make them happy. He indulges them without a second thought: He takes time to go with Prompto to a particularly good photo spot; he helps Ignis with the cooking every so often; he joins Gladio in his random training. It's a way to bond with them, and Noctis is appreciative for those little moments. Hell, Noctis is so willing to go along with his friends' crazy antics--Prompto especially--that he poses in front of a monster that could easily kill him. Yet, at the same time, it's fun for Noctis to do stuff that's pretty dangerous. At the end of the sidequest where Prompto wants a picture of Noctis in front of the catoblepas--the aforementioned monster that could kill Noctis--he's breathless with laughter, and he can't even seriously be mad at Prompto. This willingness to do crazy stuff is part of Noct's impulsiveness, too.

It's not just for fun and games that Noctis keeps the guys around, though. He truly loves them, and he encourages them whenever he can. In battle, he'll throw out a compliment to the other guys, and when Prompto has doubts about himself and Noctis's relationship, Noctis speaks earnestly and from the heart that he wants Prompto at his side.

Noctis's friends--all of them--come first. He even states on the way to Altissia that even though he knows making a pact with Leviathan is important, Luna comes first. Luna is more important than receiving an almighty power. Noctis's love for his friends is a double-edged sword: He loves them so much that he'd do anything for them, but at the same time, when he fails them, he loses his composure completely.

However, Noctis does not care just for his friends. He's willing to help people who need a hand, or who have done things for him and the other three. Noctis doesn't mind if it's a strange or questionable errand, he'll absolutely do it just because he wants to help. Truly, Noctis is a people person. He's also the type to reassure and comfort people when he knows they need it--see, reassuring Talcott that it was not his fault that Jared died, or comforting a scared Iris when she realizes the Empire is after them. While, sometimes, he can be awkward (his interactions with Iris and her obvious crush come to mind; when Iris and he go out on a "date" and she comments on how it feels like one, she calls him out for not playing along when he brushes it off as not a date) he genuinely wants to see people happy. And Noctis knows when to express gratitude when the situation calls for it, even if it's toward an enemy. The most striking example of Noctis's awkwardness and simultaneous willingness to express gratitude is when he's about to face death. He, Ignis, Gladio, and Prompto spend one last night together around a campfire, and Noctis knows what he wants to say... but it's difficult for him. He stutters and stammers, and even comments that he doesn't know why it's so hard to spit out his feelings. Or, maybe, it's because he knows it's his last night with them that he's having such a hard time.

Being sympathetic is also an admirable quality Noctis holds. Particularly, his sympathy toward enemies is notable. After ten long years of being trapped in a crystal, Noctis has had more than enough time to think. When he meets Ardyn again, he's accepted his fate. Noctis knows he will die, but he shows none of the resentment previously shown to Ardyn. Instead, as Noctis is aware of Ardyn's past and plight, he shows sympathy and pity. Instead of taunting Ardyn, or verbal striking him down for all Ardyn has done... Noctis instead chooses to tell him he can rest. He is, after all, granting Ardyn reprieve from an eternity of pain and suffering.

Noctis has always been the prince, and even as a kid, he had to deal with his status. However, while Noctis likely had to deal with people clamoring for his favor and attention merely for that status, he paid them no mind. Instead, he chose to associate with people who liked him not for his status, but who he is as a person. Despite being royalty, Noctis demonstrates an incredible capacity for acceptance and doesn't spurn those of lower status. Rather, he treats them with respect and dignity. People are important to Noctis for who they are, not what they are, or what their status is. In this regard, Noctis can be considered humble. He never once uses his status to his advantage, not even to get a discount. And he willingly and happily takes on petty errands for those who help him, or just those who need a hand. As an ordinary person, Noctis cares about people, a quality which is admirable and necessary in a ruler. As a king, he cares for his people, which is why he has no qualms sacrificing himself in the end and even welcomes death with open arms. For the good of the world, Noctis Lucis Caelum would go to any lengths necessary.

Unsurprisingly, as Noctis has had ten years to think things over, when he emerges from the crystal, he's changed. He's quieter, more serious, and he's resolved to finish what's been started. While he is grateful to see his friends, it is a bittersweet moment. Noctis jokes around less, and it's probably because he wants to treasure the time he and his friends have together. Gone are the quick quips and sharp tongue--instead, Noctis approaches things with more of a quiet wisdom. He dwells on memories of the past when they reach Insomnia, but he still looks ahead to the future. At thirty years old, Noctis approaches things more maturely. He's less impulsive, and he takes things slower. Or, as slow as he can. He doesn't flaunt nearly as much; rather, he does what he has to do, and nothing more. Naturally, there's a part of his younger self still present, in the way he speaks to the guys at their last camp together. Still a little awkward, but it's more muted, strained. Regardless, Noctis has truly taken up the helm of "The Chosen King," and it shows in his kindness, his mercy, and his calm demeanor.
Personality Shifts:
- Noctis is more paternal. Over the course of Airlocked, he essentially adopted three of the girls from his season: Max Caulfield, Pyrrha Nikos, and Touko Fukawa. He also essentially adopted Nari Reno and as a result trusted her deeply, which culminated in her murder of him. However, Noctis understood the why, and even if he was and still is angry with her, he still cares about her. This also ties into Noctis's forgiveness or lack thereof: He might not forgive someone, but he still cares for them and wants to remain friends with them. Case in point, Ardyn Tenmyouji. He and Ardyn became friends, or something akin to the family they should have been, but they both know Noctis will never forgive him for what he's one. Regardless, Noctis understands the reasoning behind Ardyn and Nari's actions, and he knows them well enough that he knows they will never expect forgiveness. But he still cares for them.
- He's more comfortable shifting into the role of a leader, even more than in canon. Noctis made sure, over the course of the last season, that if he could do anything to help this he was trapped with, he would. Several people looked to him for guidance, too; he's comfortable giving that guidance.
- He's more willing to crack jokes and make puns, sort of like when he was younger. This is especially notable with Ardyn Tenmyouji, with whom he bonded with, amazingly. It's a show of trust and how comfortable he is with someone, and especially if he knows them well and cares about them, he'll try to lighten the mood when they're feeling down.
- Noctis is more willing to open up about his past and such, too. He's not as reluctant to keep things bottled up--while he's always been emotional, when he's comfortable around someone, he shows it with little touches or gestures (getting them tea, hugging them, etc). Instead of pulling away and breaking, Noctis actually reaches out more to people. He knows that bad things can happen at any time, so he doesn't hold himself back when it comes to people he cares about. He's better able to "spit out" his feelings, and he isn't quite as awkward about talking about them.
- He eats vegetables and drinks coffee now. Shocking.
Abilities:
FISHING: It's his special skill! He even keeps his fishing rod and supplies in his armiger.
ARMIGER: Basically a hammerspace. You want weapons? You got weapons that can be summoned in a burst of light.
ELEMANCY: Noctis draws power from his environment in order to use magic--specifically, lightning, fire, and ice. These can be combined with one another, or with items for special effects.
SWORDPLAY: Noctis is a seasoned swordsman, and he best handles a sword. However! He is more than capable of using a ton of other weapons--crossbows, lances, maces, etc.
RING OF THE LUCII: Since Noctis is royalty, he can use the power of the kings. Noctis can use Holy (which uses heavenly energy to deal damage), Death (which restores his HP as he takes out enemies), and Alterna (which literally rips open a rift to suck enemies into The Void).
WARP STRIKE: Noctis can throw his weapon and follow it in a burst of blue light.
ASTRALS: When Noctis is in danger, he is capable of summoning the gods. Shiva uses ice, Leviathan brings down torrential water, Bahamut summons forth swords, Ramuh uses thunder and lightning, and Titan is just big and punch-y.
PIRACY: Noctis became a space pirate after the end of his first season!
COOKING: He can make a mean waffle now.
Inventory: First off i can't believe i forgot this what the fuck. Also like most of this stuff is in his armiger.
- Ring of the Lucii: A ring that harnesses the power of the Crystal and Lucian kings.
- A shitton of weapons, particularly the royal arms
- A plush of Luna's dog, Umbra
- A waffle maker, assorted dishes, waffle mix, some coffee, nonperishable snacks, tea
- An engagement ring
- A camera
- Luna's wedding dress
- A cool pirate hat
- A red scarf
- A... dakimakura? With Prompto and Luna on each side.
- Some letters to people from the last season
- His Festival Garb
- A plastic replica of Luna's trident

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