#The Riskbreakers

[bubblyernie]

More of the work I did for Riskbreaker's Gambit! This is just a sneakpeek of the characters I did for them (see all of them plus the monsters on their website here!)

art tag // commission info

[therealjasonx]

[shslivalice]

sasaxia saxia is back!

...as a way for me to play with NA friends. leveling her up and getting her thu EW... soon. gotta get her DRK up.

[onwesterlywinds]

THE RISKBREAKERS' 10TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION!

Saturday, May 25 marks the Riskbreakers' TENTH ANNIVERSARY as a free company!

We'd love to have you join us on Crystal/Balmung for as much of our celebration as you'd like: 💎 Noon - 1PM Pacific: Fall Guys 💎 1PM - ~4PM Pacific: Return to Ivalice raid sweep 💎~4PM - close: Open bar night at the Sandsea (RP)

On behalf of the entire company, THANK YOU so much for an absolutely incredible ten years. We can't wait to keep saving the world alongside you all!

...And if you're looking for a new social/RP/PvE free company on Crystal, please don't hesitate to hit me up!

[escherstrange-ffxiv]

"You seek the truth? Then follow me, Riskbreaker."

Cathedral: Dynamis - Maduin | Empyreum - W9 - P60

Some extra pics from the set:

[faerantstory]

Some Riskbreakers did Titania EX tonight, on account of it being midsummer today.

As soon as I started tanking Puck, Thistle hopped up into my lap.

And she stayed there until she made me fail the button-mash on Shinryu EX.

🌿

[barbariccia]

AU where the Riskbreakers are much more violent and/or "the ends justify the means" - Izarra or Orella!

Let’s play a game. Send me a potential AU and I’ll tell you five fun facts that would happen in a story.

oooh. a more militant ashelia riot, i presume? runs the ship tight, no room for anyone not entirely devoted to the cause?

orella probably receives a warmer welcome after busting herself out of ul'dahn gaol. welcome aboard, riskbreaker, you're one of us for true!

she probably wouldn't say (unless specifically pressed...) but ashelia's reign reminds her a lot of theodoric. before he turned entirely loopyloo. there's no chance for change, no different course to take - only blood and bloodshed, as is their birthright. and orella, well, in for a penny, in for a pound... resigns herself entirely to this having always been her fate.

ala mhigo liberated isn't the homecoming she thought it would be. even if ingvald made it to the riskbreakers as well (and boy, would he even want to? orella's a grounding force, but the groups she shacks up with sure are, ummmm...) she'd be having doubts of her own at some point or another. ala mhigo back in the hands of ala mhigans, but ala mhigans like /her?/ she already made herself unwelcome in her home and now she has the balls to come back and do it all over again? no, she can't do that. orella flees in the dead of night. she's gotten good at doing that.

she wants to put as much distance between herself and all this everything as she can, but she still wants to help, still wants to make up for everything she's done... she ends up in gangos with the bozjan liberation. (as fun as it would be to shove her bodily back into ivalice. ingvald and gabranth spiderman pointing meme dot jpg) it's not her home, not her business, but she carves out a little place of it for herself. without phantom pains hanging over her head, her arm still works - and she trades in the sword and shield for a gunblade instead of a greatsword. she's surprisingly comfortable with it.

i'm not sure where her story would end, admittedly - but even if it's premature, it's still on the battlefield, for a better cause than either of the ones she devoted herself to before. a fight worth fighting! also, the concept of orella finding a whole new nemesis in lyon rem helsos is kind of hilarious, actually. two old grumpy bitches occasionally 1v1ing each other. beautiful.

[ajaneofmanytalents]

I sat bolt upright out of a sound sleep because I could not remember if Basch FFXII had a pearl bindi like Garleans from FFXIV.

(He does not, BTW.)

I was also convinced that Ashley Riot from Vagrant Story was a Gunbreaker.

(According to wikipedia, he was actually a Riskbreaker, BTW.)

Getting spoiled on upcoming location names really messed with me it seems :/

[4th-make-quail]

Today's ffxiiposting is brought to you by REDDAS' BEAUTIFUL FACE. LOOK AT HIM, HE'S SO BEAUTIFUL. I LOVE HIM SO MUCH!!

I love his fancy office as well, ahhhh. And you guys. YOU GUYS. His airship is a Bhujerban model you know. It's Bhujerban. Maybe he got it as a gift from Halim >:3 yeah yeah I'm on copium, it's totally a viable theory JUST YOU WAIT AND SEE

Anyway, he fucks me up. Nabradia, not his home but a memory burned forever in his heart 😭😭😭 baby...... Baby boy...... Beautiful pink pants man....

There were some fun little bits before we hared off for Ridorana, like Reddas being worried for his people who were exploring out there in boats. Despite the town's divide in opinion over him, he really does care for them. But it also makes me worry for things after the events of the Pharos too. What's gonna happen to Balfonheim when he doesn't return? Will it go back to normal? I imagine Larsa would leave them in peace at least, so they wouldn't have to pay off the Empire any more anyway. But still. OUGH

And then I got up to Hashmal, got boned by Hashmal, and realised the true depth of my lack of shit lmao. I don't even have Dispel!! And no Cleanse, and I ran out of phoenix downs again too flckck so I shlepped it back out of the Pharos and went to pick up some stuff. Namely, 99 phoenix downs, a bubble belt, Cleanse and Dispel, Decoy, a bunch of teleport stones, and now I also have a loaaad of cash as well so I can upgrade my gear for the slog back up the fucking Pharos lmao. But! I'm almost at the (story, anyway) endgame, so I shouldn't be surprised at things getting harder. I was lv41-42 up there as well, so not that great levelled! Things were frequently beating me up real hard on the way up too, so going out and regrouping is a good idea. I was considering getting Bubble spell as well, but I'm not doing 46 hunts to make Riskbreaker rank, or however many it would need! Bugger that for a lark, as much as I love hunts!

Anyway, I'm mad that I didn't get to see my man Cid again tonight like I thought I would, but well! Can't be helped

[rasenkaikyo]

Sandsea

@crimson-bull / @wispofwillow / @bad-moen-rising

[bubblyernie]

Riskbreaker's Gambit!! Excited to share this, it's one of the coolest projects I've worked on :3

I had the opportunity to do the cover (above!) and character+monster art for an upcoming SRPG game, which you can find out more about here! Easily a job I can say was my dream gig! Go check out the art and the mechanics :D

art tag // commission info

[varae-ver-you-are]

IT HER, Suraja Solveig of the First! :D

For Sylvain Rain, @sylvan-rain

[shslivalice]

You know. I see this old gift from Fanfest... 2016. and i still think fondly on the Riskbreakers. I still love you all. I hope you're all enjoying life.

oh and also ramza from the theatrhythm special edition.

[onwesterlywinds]

Bluesky Character Thread: onwesterlywinds

🌠 Ahtynwyb Eynskyfwyn (she/they)

(a) Warrior of Light

paladin/astrologian

born in Quarterstone, now travels the star

novice sailor and writer

Titania's consort

Hydaelyn's biggest lesbian

Azem name: Sappho

🌹 Ashelia Marco Riot (she/her)

leader of the Riskbreakers, an anti-imperial task force

representative of Ala Mhigo's Undercity

can sometimes "hear" others' innermost desires

warrior/machinist

loves children, rolanberries, griffins, and her dorky husband

Azem name: Hypnos

🏚️ Walker Rosenheim (he/him)

formerly Mad King Theodoric's royal guard dog

escaped Garlean test subject

weapons expert

can take on the appearance of anyone he's killed

needs a vacation (according to his daughter)

loves fresh bread, wine, and long runs

Azem name: Thanatos

🪐 Hrjt of the Graylands (she/they)

void witch and summoner

formerly of the Snowfly Forest

has bested Noah van Gabranth many times (he still can't pronounce her name)

in a pact with Beatrice of Troia

gets Weird™️ when the sun's out

loves storms and behemoth steaks

Azem name: Circe

🌊 Tircolas Flow (she/they)

Viangaa

dancer-priestess of Lea Monde

has memory loss from prolonged exposure to Ultima auracite

banned from the Gold Saucer

ally to Bozja and straight people

loves red chocobos and, tragically, Garlean dubstep

Azem name: Tethys

🗡️ Sigrid Keane (she/her)

sky pirate captain of 30+ years

reaper/lancer

former Ala Mhigan gentry

touched by death

liberates masterpieces looted by Garlemald

"cousin" to Radlia; menace to Leofard

loves fireworks, ghost stories, and sunrises in the Diadem

Azem name: Nemesis

[dat-paw]

The Victor’s Laurels

[In which travel arrangements are discussed and plans are made...]

Ingvald Bloodhound: You've got friends in high places, miss Alaq'it. Ingvald Bloodhound realizes he made a pun, and coughs. Alaq'it Moks looks at Ingvald Bloodhound in shock! Alaq'it Moks: I-What now? Who? Ingvald Bloodhound: The Majestic Theater Company. They've offered to lend us passage to the Far East. Linini Mooglesworn almost lets out a groan at Ingvald Bloodhound's words.

Suraja Solveig gazes upon Ingvald Bloodhound in deep reflection. Orella Steelhand DOES let out a groan at the sound of the Majestic. Alaq'it Moks: The... oh! The air-ship! Yes, I would say... OH! HIGH! Alaq'it Moks bursts out laughing at Ingvald Bloodhound, and continues laughing a bit longer than is reasonable. Linini Mooglesworn: A miracle that they'd deign to offer us passage again. Nivelth Ajuyn: ...Even after all the trouble we caused? Nivelth Ajuyn remembers the mess she made of disintegrating that poor Garlean's heart. Priscilla Scaevola smiles; she would take any chance to get back on that airship. Suraja Solveig takes note of the amount of people here she hadn't met yet. A bit stress-inducing, but she'd do her best all the same. Alaq'it Moks: Well, really, do they not meet much trouble on their own? I think it should be fine, except... Alaq'it Moks groans, remembering her friend. Ingvald Bloodhound looks at the two others, whose faces he does not recognize. Jude Paw raises a hand in greeting. Jude Paw: Oh, don't mind us. Linini Mooglesworn fails to understand Jude Paw. Ingvald Bloodhound is unconvinced. Ingvald Bloodhound: You're... Riskbreakers? Jenesis Labariel rises from her chair languidly, surprising for such a tall woman with a lance strapped to her back. She extends her hand toward Ingvald Bloodhound. Jenesis Labariel: Of a sort. My name is Jenesis, I'm a friend. Jude Paw: A Riskbreaker and a friend of the Riskbreakers, yes. I'm Jude. This is my associate, Jenesis Labariel. We received a communication from A'zaela Linh. Linini Mooglesworn gazes upon Jenesis Labariel in deep reflection. Alaq'it Moks perks up at A'zaela's name. Ingvald Bloodhound takes her hand firmly, looking between the two - and deciding it's better not to question them. Linini Mooglesworn: Ah. I recognize those names. I've heard of exploits from both of you. Jude Paw: We're here to help - any way we can. Jenesis Labariel: I have extended my lance a time or two when Ashelia has requested it. A'zaela Linh and I are also.... Jenesis Labariel searches for a word for a moment. Jenesis Labariel: Close. Jude Paw: Yes. Close. Jude Paw sips a mug of something and side-eyes. Ingvald Bloodhound: ...Welcome, then. Nivelth Ajuyn looks to Alaq'it Moks, wondering if she knows anything about that, but says nothing. Priscilla Scaevola makes a note of that in her notebook. She wonders about the availability of the spunky Miqo'te. Jude Paw: We did not mean to interrupt. Please, continue. Ingvald Bloodhound scans the rest of the bar. Ingvald Bloodhound: ...I think it best to make our way to Kugane. Suraja Solveig shrugs at Lif Silverlode. Lif Silverlode nods to Ingvald Bloodhound. Ingvald Bloodhound: It will be a quick stop, but we should all take the necessary precautions - to avoid unwanted suspicion by the Sekiseigumi. Jude Paw: I am known to the city guard in Kugane. My work with the HBA takes me there often. My presence will draw no suspicious eyes. Jude Paw smiles crookedly. Jude Paw: As for you lot, I could always just say you're tourists I'm showing around... Ingvald Bloodhound: That... may be helpful. Priscilla Scaevola nods. Priscilla Scaevola: Kugane is a good starting point. While the Sekiseigumi is a pain, so does it hinder our enemies as well. Nivelth Ajuyn: That might be preferable, given our last misadventures in Kugane. Kiri Kha: I've been to Kugane a fair amount myself. I'm not sure I'd pass for a tourist. Ingvald Bloodhound: In that case, you could be a guide yourself. Perhaps you can lead those who have yet to visit the city. Linini Mooglesworn: Just take care not to draw your weapons for any reason. Suraja Solveig once again enlists Lif Silverlode's help and whispers. Suraja Solveig: What's a Kugane? A'zaela Linh remembers vividly the sounds of the Bokairo Inn burning. Maybe she should get a haircut. Jude Paw: In my experience, the Sekiseigumi only answer force with force. So long as we maintain a low profile, I think we should be alright... Kiri Kha nods to Ingvald Bloodhound. Nivelth Ajuyn offers A'zaela Linh a humble greeting. Jude Paw waves a hand toward A'zaela. It's a very hi, mom kind of gesture. Lif Silverlode whispers to Suraja Solveig. Lif Silverlode: It's a port city in the eastern island of Shishu. It's one of the few that is open to outsiders like us. Suraja Solveig gazes upon Lif Silverlode in deep reflection. Ingvald Bloodhound: Very well. Airships to the Far East leave on the hour, meaning the next departs in... twenty-five minutes. I'll see you all there. Ingvald Bloodhound leaves without so much as another word. Ivan Amov seems lost in thought. Jude Paw: ... Chatty fellow, isn't he? Linini Mooglesworn follows him without any fanfare. Orella Steelhand shrugs, and follows after him without a word. Lif Silverlode: That's not a lot of time. I'd better grab my things. Kiri Kha shrugs. Not everyone is good with words. Nivelth Ajuyn: So we're going just like that? I thought-- Damn it, I need to pack too. Suraja Solveig: I'm pretty much ready t'go. Jude Paw: True enough... Jude shrugs. He kicks a small bag he'd brought with him. It's almost definitely full of snacks. Good thing I came prepared. Kiri Kha: I've had a bag ready since this was all mentioned. A'zaela Linh: Hope you're packed, Jen. Jenesis Labariel smiles at Jude Paw. Suraja Solveig nods to Kiri Kha. Jenesis Labariel moves over to A'zaela and touches her arm in a gesture that's meant to be affectionate, reassuring. Jenesis Labariel: I'm ready to go. Alaq'it Moks knocks elbows with A'zaela Linh.