Danny
ALIAS
Danny
FACECLAIM
Karl Urban
POSSESSION
N/A
AGE
36
GENDER
Male(he/him)
HEIGHT
6'1
SEXUALITY
Heteroflexible, Idiotsexual
STATUS
Planned
NATION OF BIRTH
Free Marches
CURRENTLY LOCATED
Free Marches
OCCUPATION
Mercenary, Loyal to Nairn, Assassin, Stalker, Jack of all Trades
ORGANIZATION
The Coterie
15
POSTS
Rogue
Human
CODEX
Born into the prestigious noble family of Kirkwall in the Free Marches, Danny's early years were marked by privilege and comfort. However, this was short-lived. At the tender age of three, his life took a tragic turn when his entire family was brutally murdered. The traumatic event left young Danny orphaned and homeless, wandering the dangerous streets of Kirkwall alone.

Fate intervened when a kind-hearted couple of city elves discovered the lost child. They took him in, giving him the name Danny and raising him as their own. Growing up in the Elven Alienage, Danny learned resilience and resourcefulness, gaining a deep appreciation for the value of family and community despite their humble circumstances.

By the time Danny turned 15, the allure of the Coterie—a notorious criminal organization—proved irresistible. Drawn by the promise of protection, excitement, and a sense of belonging, Danny became deeply enmeshed in the underworld of Kirkwall. His life as a Coterie member was fraught with danger and moral ambiguity, yet it also honed his skills in stealth, combat, and survival.

Amidst the chaos of his teenage years, Danny found solace and love in his childhood sweetheart. Their bond provided a beacon of hope and stability. At 19, they married, dreaming of a future together that transcended the harsh realities of their world.

However, their happiness was shattered three years later. During the chaos that engulfed Kirkwall, a brutal crackdown by Templars left Danny's wife dead. The devastating loss pushed Danny into a vengeful fury. Consumed by grief and anger, he embarked on a relentless spree against the Templars, seeking to avenge his beloved's death.

At 25, just as Danny's vendetta seemed to define his existence, a glimmer of hope appeared. His old friend Nairn, presumed dead during the Kirkwall turmoil, was found alive. This reunion brought Danny back from the brink, grounding him once more. Reunited with Nairn, Danny redirected his energy, dedicating himself to supporting his friend's endeavors, no matter the cost.

Now, Danny stands as a man shaped by loss, love, and loyalty. His journey from noble orphan to street survivor, from criminal to vengeful widower, and finally to loyal friend has forged him into a complex and resilient individual. With Nairn by his side, Danny is prepared to face whatever challenges lie ahead, driven by a fierce determination to protect those he cares about and to seek justice in a world that has shown him both its best and its worst.

TIMELINE

Personality

Danny embodies a blend of ruthless efficiency and deep emotional turmoil. His traumatic past, beginning with the brutal murder of his parents, left him to fend for himself on the streets. He was later taken in by city elves, which instilled in him resilience and adaptability. However, the tragic murder of his wife by Templars has left indelible scars, fueling his relentless pursuit of vengeance and justice. His loyalty to Nairn stems from a combination of respect and a desperate need for belonging, despite his sometimes hardened demeanor. This character oscillates between moments of cold, calculated violence and glimpses of vulnerability, struggling to reconcile his past with his present. His skills as an assassin are unmatched, yet his inner turmoil often surfaces, revealing a man haunted by loss and driven by a fierce, sometimes reckless, need for retribution.

Connections

The Coterie - his home away from home, his third family.

Nairn - he would do anything for Nairn, even if he doesn’t always agree with it.

Ruth - Drinking buddy, though there’s some trust to rebuild after Danny didn’t tell Ruth about Nairn being alive.

Megara - Probably closest thing he has to an aunt, was definitely uncomfortable keeping Nairn’s secret with her the most.

Catriona - his deceased wife

Callum & Ailsa - his deceased birth parents

Kenna & Hamish - his adoptive city elf parents

Possessions

His wedding ring he still wears, even though his wife has been dead for over thirteen years or so.

Dual daggers given to him by his adoptive father when he came of age.

Throwing daggers for long range.

Lockpicks and grappling hook for getting into hard places.

Misc. Info

Character Alignment: Chaotic Good

Strengths: Resilience, Loyalty, Resourcefulness, Combat Skills, Determination, Empathy and Compassion

Weaknesses: Vengefulness, Emotional Turmoil, Moral Ambiguity, Trust Issues, Tunnel Vision, Overprotectiveness

Likes: Family and Community, Thrill of Adventure, Loyalty and Honour, dogs

Dislikes: Templars, Betrayal, Elitism and Class Discrimination, Feeling powerless, mice

Phobias: Atychiphobia, Agoraphobia