welcome to danse macabre.

mourners clad in garments dark as night, each heartbeat echoes, an elegy's flight. embrace the stillness, where the departed lie, in silent chambers, under sorrow's sky. yet, midst the tears, a fragile bloom appears, a rose in solitude, dissolving fears. for in the quietude, love finds its voice, a requiem that bids the soul rejoice.

CANON LOCATION.

beaconhill lighthouse, western thanalan

IN-GAME ADDRESS.

ward 25 plot 29, the goblet, zalera, crystal

STATUS UPDATES.

02.19 carrd release.
02.20 free company estate acquired.


danse macabre guidelines.

APPLICATION STATUS.

currently accepting new members,
but we are not actively recruiting. check here!

NOTES.

review our guidelines to promote a comfortable environment and to ensure seamless roleplaying experiences for everyone.


a somber dance, like ancient lyre's tune, in solemn steps, a dirge for life's sweet boon. ebon hues embrace each tear-stained face, as memories linger, lost in death's embrace.


GENERAL.

  • danse macabre is primarily a roleplay-centered free company. our community is built with this focus in mind, although participation in roleplay activities is not mandatory. whether you're an experienced writer or someone looking to explore new creative avenues, you're welcome to join us and engage in our diverse range of storytelling opportunities. we aim to provide a space where you can shape and develop your own characters, watching them evolve over time.

  • joining the free company is not obligatory to be part of danse macabre. while we are always welcoming of new members, expanding our roster is not our primary objective at the moment.

  • we do not impose any activity requirements. danse macabre is a collaborative effort between aries, tora, and mao, intended to enhance your characters' lore with an additional layer of depth. it is not a high-commitment roleplay group that demands your constant presence.

APPLICATION.

  • as an invite-only group, our application link is in our discord server.

  • characters who possess voidsent/are voidsent must notify the house representatives in the application form. this policy is implemented for the safety of your character, as we strictly prohibit capturing or harming voidsents belonging to our employees.

  • upon acceptance, you'll have the opportunity to select an alias for your character.

  • following acceptance, you'll be asked to choose a main house, determining who your character directly reports to. secondary houses can also be chosen, especially if your character specializes in multiple trades.

  • dark veil members are entrusted a customized ring dubbed as charon's toll, as well as specialized work equipment.


DOES MY CHARACTER
HAVE TO BE A BAD PERSON?

  • absolutely not. we offer roles specifically tailored for individuals who are solely interested in participating in the funeral parlor (the surface) aspect of danse macabre's roleplay. similarly, we have separate roles designated for those who are more drawn to the illicit activities of the trade (the dark veil). so, even if your character doesn't align with the criminal aspect, you can explore opportunities within the legal role. however, you're not restricted to choosing just one; you're welcome to partake in both if you wish. it's worth noting that every character is required to work on the surface aspect for the sake of its legality.

WHAT NOT TO DO.

  • adherence to general etiquette is paramount. refrain from policing other people's characters or offering unsolicited advice or criticism. it is imperative to prioritize the comfort and safety of the writers above all else. while maintaining this focus, it's essential to remember that fictional characters should not be treated with any less respect.


ACTIVITY & PARTICIPATION.

  • as previously mentioned, danse macabre does not impose any activity requirements. our project allows you to involve your character with minimal to no commitment.

  • participation can occur in both in-game roleplays and on discord. in our server, we provide tomestone message boards, job listings and writing spaces for situations where in-game roleplays are not feasible.

ACCEPTABLE CHARACTERS.

we maintain a flexible stance regarding character acceptance, though there are certain limits to consider.

  • npc characters are not permitted. while they may have their appeal, we prefer to focus on player-created characters as we are here to inspire creativity first and foremost.

  • characters such as auspices, yokai, and those associated with primals are welcome. primals themselves, voidsent, sineaters, faefolk, and otherkins are accepted provided their backstory is sufficiently justified by the writer.

  • ancients, ascians, and characters originating from other stars are not allowed. there may be some flexibility with the latter category if reasonable justification is provided.


about danse macabre.

APPLICATION STATUS.

currently accepting new members,
but we are not actively recruiting. check here!

please take a moment to review the following information to gain proper insight into our organization's purpose and activities.


in sacred hush, where grief and solace meet, the flickering flames of candles gently greet, a symphony of sighs, a silent hymn, echoes of the past, in shadows dim.


ABOUT OUR GROUP.

your run-of-the-mill funeral parlor. life is fleeting and fragile, especially among our adventuring fellows. here in danse macabre, you may place your trust upon us. in so doing, we guarantee that the departed are granted their well-earned peace.serving as a humble bridge between the living and the hereafter, our mission is to remember those who have passed. important person or no, all are deserving of final tranquility.

BEYOND THE FACADE.

but of course, like many establishments built around thanalan, danse macabre is not beyond playing with fire. miraculously escaping the gaze of the ever watchful syndicate, the funeral parlor partakes in dubious dealings which remain unknown to the common man.how? well, such things will not remain a secret if ever shared, do you not believe so as well?


the story of danse macabre.

APPLICATION STATUS.

currently accepting new members,
but we are not actively recruiting. check here!

take a read of the information below to get an idea about what our group is about, and what we do here!


mourners clad in garments dark as night, each heartbeat echoes, an elegy's flight. embrace the stillness, where the departed lie, in silent chambers, under sorrow's sky.


THE PREMISE.

The Beaconhill Lighthouse stands as a landmark amidst the rugged terrain of Western Thanalan, its imposing presence casting a watchful gaze over the land. Yet, beyond its facade as a guiding light for wayward sailors, lies a realm shrouded in mystery—the headquarters of Danse Macabre.Rising majestically from the earth, the lighthouse commands attention with its towering structure, stretching high into the sky, seemingly touching the heavens themselves. From the surface, it presents an imposing sight, boasting fourteen floors that pierce the skyline with stoic resolve. Yet, it is the uppermost reaches of the lighthouse that hold most secrets untold, its summit veiled in an aura of exclusivity, inaccessible to both employees and parlor guests alike.For those who seek solace within the halls of Danse Macabre, the journey begins at the base of the lighthouse, where a solemn procession of mourners oft gather. Guided by the gentle glow of lanterns, they ascend the spiraling staircase that winds its way through the heart of the structure, each step a call to the passage of time and the inevitability of fate.As visitors ascend the floors of the lighthouse, they are enveloped by an atmosphere of quiet reverence, punctuated only by the soft murmur of whispered conversations and the occasional mournful strain of music. Each floor serves as a sanctuary of remembrance, adorned with ornate furnishings and exquisite artwork that pay homage to lives now passed.Though the secrets of the Beaconhill Lighthouse may remain veiled in obscurity, within its hallowed halls, the journey from life to death is honored with grace and dignity, each soul guided by the gentle glow of the eternal flame that flickers at the heart of the lighthouse's tower.

THE HISTORY.

The black market organization known as the Dark Veil was established by Angelus Desdemona when he was just eighteen summers old. He founded it out of necessity, as his family's Funeral Parlor was in danger of being lost due to a shortage of gil and business. Determined to preserve what remained of his family's legacy, Angelus delved into the Black Market.Initially, the Dark Veil focused on the grim task of removing and disposing of corpses, without questioning the motives of those who requested their services. Over time, the business began to expand and adapt to the changing market demands. They transitioned from corpse handling to transportation, then to drug manufacturing. Eventually, the Dark Veil started supplying Soul Stones, which were taken from the arms of deceased adventurers, unbeknownst to their grieving families who received replicas instead. These Soul Stones fetched a high price, exceeding Angelus' expectations, and ensured a steady income for both his Funeral Parlor and the Dark Veil. Through his personal research, Angelus also discovered that Voidsent could be temporarily sealed within stones called auracite, and released at will. When presented as product, this discovery further attracted the attention of unscrupulous individuals who were willing to pay a hefty sum for such a product, and the Dark Veil gladly catered to their demands without hesitation.Today, the Dark Veil has grown significantly in both size and scope. It offers a range of services including corpse handling, organ harvesting, smuggling of Soul stones, enthrallment and extermination of Voidsent, light-aspected studies, trafficking of drugs (such as tinctures and potions), intelligence gathering, the sale of illicit assets, and on very rare occassion, assasination. Their objective is to further disseminate their influence within the black market, uphold a substantial financial stream, and establish a degree of authority over individuals in positions of power, all while avoiding exposure to the public eye.It is imperative for a shadow to operate discreetly, emerging only when absolutely essential.
Pulling strings when it serves as a benefit to them...

THE SURFACE.

  • wake preparations

  • cremation

  • burial and memorials

  • cemetery arrangements

  • obituary publications

THE DARK VEIL.

  • soul stone smugglings

  • foreign tinctures and potions

  • voidsent enthrallment

  • intel collection

  • organ harvesting

  • illegal asset auctions

  • light-infused creations


house representatives.

HOUSE REPRESENTATIVE STATUS.

we are currently not accepting applications for house representatives at this time.

at the helm of danse macabre stand the figureheads. they are led by lord styx, who serves as the foundation of the organization. alongside him are his devoted servants, who dutifully guide and nurture the little lambs within their fold.


for in this parlor, where sorrows dwell, a whisper of humor, a fleeting spell. in midst of grief, a jest takes flight, a tribute to life, in its final light.


styx.

[ tba | tba | tba ] — tba.

alpheus.

[ cis male | he/him | tba ] — father cecilion, the venerable head priest of the church of saint adama landama. from the very genesis of danse macabre, his presence has been an immutable fixture, cloaked in the sanctity of his sacred vows yet veiling desires most sinister beneath his austere facade. in the eyes of the devout and the uninitiated alike, he is the epitome of reverence and piety. his countenance exudes an aura of solemnity, his every gesture steeped in the grace of divine servitude. yet beneath this veneer of holiness lies a darkness that few dare to acknowledge — a darkness that finds its dwelling amidst the shadows cast by the lichyard near the church's grounds.

cocytus.

[ ? | ? | ? ] — the enigmatic shapeshifting collective entrusted with the delicate artistry that brings solace to grieving hearts. this group of individuals presenting as one, with an eye for aesthetics, oversees the beauticians and florists who weave beauty into farewell ceremonies. with an understanding that the visual and emotional elements are intertwined, they ensure that every wake is not just a departure but a poignant, curated memory. yet, in the covert realm of the dark veil, they reveal another facet of their expertise. masters of soul stone smugglings, they navigate the shadows with ease that mirrors their artistic prowess. they also oversee the production, distribution, and trade of illicit substances.it is unknown how many people carry the title of 'cocytus' at present.

acheron.

[ cis male | he / him | tba ] — a lesser known half of acheron. he is both fierce and vigilant. unlike his counterpart who focuses on more important matters nearest to the dark veil's domain, this one takes care of tasks that require constant movement. utilizing his expertise as a monster hunter and wood warder, he hunts down and eliminates nuisances and potential threats to the organization. preferring solitude over socializing, he remains elusive and rarely makes an appearance unless called upon by his other half or styx.

acheron.

[ cis male | he / him | carrd ] — the other half of acheron. a wood warder. he undertakes the duty of safeguarding the deceased from the lingering grasp of curses. his responsibilities encompass the retrieval, preservation, cremation, burial, and cleansing of corpses, ensuring that the transition to the afterlife is peaceful and free from malevolent influences. in his capacity as acheron, he commands a select unit of trained killers known as slayers within the dark veil, and these same people delve into organ harvesting. with his cadre of slayers and a murder of crows at his disposal, acheron serves as the right fist and eyes of danse macabre.

lerna.

[ cis female | she / her | tba ] — the witch of danse macabre, lady lerna, ensures that the dead receive a venerable performance from her darlings. perfection is the bare minimum: every note must be played to its fullest potential, every word must be rife with meaning, and every song must bleed with emotion. life is but a stage, after all, and lady lerna demands everyone play their part. funerary performers, eulogists, composers, lyricists, and poets answer to her. they are her pawns, and their audience is death itself. impress them, bring them to tears, stir their soul with yearning to live. even the dead deserve to dance, don’t you think?

phlegethon.

[ male | he/him | carrd ] — tba.

eridanos.

[ female | she/her | carrd ] — this small woman is the epitome of discretion; a guarded and charismatic conversationalist, she navigates the coordination of people and heavy lifting for the parlor, whether that be moving the coffins themselves, or filling them from the shadows. a tactician by nature, she wields information and power with a light touch to influence movement for danse macabre where needed.

lethe.

[ male | he/him | carrd ] — sharlayan educated and twelveswood blessed, he is a practiced and professional doctor with an understanding of aether and a precision with it that belies pure talent. what his shitty personality and attitude takes away, his expertise and knowledge makes up for.

house associates.

charon.

[ ? | ? | ? ] — the ferrymen. rather harmless looking familiars, but with dubious glowing eyes. charon is the name that the overwhelming amount of crimson-eyed jet black crows within the funeral parlor go by. they check the authenticity of a ferryman’s coin with their beak and their sharp sight and senses are used to observe foes and allies alike. acheron often trades consciousness with these little crows much to danse macabre’s advantage.

sister carmilla.

[ cis female | she/her | ? ] — former lamb and was the previous acheron. she is now a woman of the cloth and worships the twelve alongside father cecilion at the church of saint adama landama. sister has not given up her charon's toll, which can only mean one thing.

nawashiro.

[ male | he/him | tba ] — known as "elysium". an engineer for the garlond ironworks, hand-selected by lethe to act as his direct assistant. with an infectious smile and a can-do attitude, elysium makes up for his lack of combat ability with an encyclopaedic knowledge of all things allagan, magitek, and mechanical in nature.

sun.

[ transmasc nonbinary | he/they | carrd] — known as "erinyes". one of few words but affirmed in his actions, calm but unnervingly so. with the burden of many winters as a mortician, neither saints nor sinners escape his judgment, beautiful and deceptive through and through. perhaps it is a reflection of himself, much like a doll on strings.

kurama.

[ cis male | he/him | ? ] — right hand-man to tamamo and another one who dons the mask of cocytus. he is known to the lambs as "harpy" in disguise.

miko.

[ cis female I she/her I tba ] — one of the cocytus. otherwise known to the lambs as "sappho".

shiro.

[ agender | any | ? ] — shiro is a member of cocytus. gifted by the blessing of a fox tail, he had lived a mortal life, but now is mortal no longer. with amazing prowess he can change his appearance to be whatever he wants, whatever he needs, molding himself to the task dutifully. you never know who he is, where he is, what he's doing, what he has planned. like a spider in the corner, he listens and watches, waiting and watching, laying webbed trap for the next victim to fall into.

higanbana.

[ cis female | she/her | tba ] — one of the cocytus. known to the lambs as 'aphrodite'.

ranmaru.

[ agender | any | ? ] — one of the cocytus. has a habit of referring to themself in third person. known to the lambs as "nu or hyacinth".

gatoru.

[ cis male | he / him | tba ] — otherwise known as patroclus. former phlegethon and now assistant. he is a man whose heart beats only for the clink of coin and the rustle of gil. with a mind as calculating as a banker's ledger, he assists the financial domain of danse macabre with an iron grip. he is the master of numbers, overseeing every transaction, legal intricacy, and wake formalities with unwavering precision. but his talents extend beyond the mundane realm of funeral parlor logistics; he is also the undisputed auctioneer of the dark veil. with a silver tongue that can coax fortunes from the most reluctant of buyers, he navigates the shadowy world of illicit trades with cunning. in his hands, every exchange becomes a dance of profit and power, and no deal goes unturned in his pursuit of wealth and influence.

jiao.

[ tba | tba | tba ] — tba


the little lambs.

APPLICATION STATUS.

currently accepting new members,
but we are not actively recruiting. check here!

the members of danse macabre, often referred to as 'the little lambs'. they can be likened to branches if the house representatives are considered the trees. each member has pledged themselves, with some exploring the depths of the dark veil while others [*] remain unaware of the organization's cruel aspects, living in blissful ignorance.


in chamber dim, where shadows softly sway, a funeral parlor veiled in mourning gray, whispers weave through curtains, draped with care, as sorrow's breath perfumes the silent air.


achilles.

[ tba | lerna* | tba ] — tba.

achlys.

[ cis woman | eridanos | carrd ] — ex-medicus turned mercenary, achlys has been to hell and back with the scars to show for it. with a skewed moral compass, she's not one to shy away from the grisly underbelly of society. don't waste her time, and she won't waste yours.

aeacus.

[ male | alpheus | carrd ] — sensitive and meek, ciri happily puts others before himself. need a messenger? healer? janitor? ciri will do it all and ask for nothing in return. he'd easily be called a pushover, and that may be true. maybe one day he'll finally snap, until then, he's happy being useful to others.

aether.

[ male | eridanos | tba ] — a fledgeling auspice who often forgets what he is. he worked in the same environment as the dark veil as an informer and an assassin on command. extremely energetic and reckless, matching that of a certain arctic fox’s who is also likely the reason why he switched from kugane’s scene to where they are today. he’s also very food motivated.

aiakos.

[ trans male | styx | carrd ] — a kind young man who feels out of place and wholly out of his depth amongst the dark underbelly of danse macabre. perhaps he knows it too, as not ascertaining the particulars has placed him amongst dangerous company before. will this time be different, however?

alastor.

[ cis male | phlegethon | tba ] — looking for contacts, important connections? he is your man. but no matter how good he is, this miqo'ra will always bring trouble to your door.

apollo.

[ tba | phlegethon | tba ] — tba

arachne.

[ agender | eridanos | carrd ] — gracefully cruel, and a hunter under the moon's favor laced with sickeningly sweet nothings. they wear a charmer's mask over a calculated mind, and as if they exist in two places, nothing seems to avoid their terrifyingly sharp attention. but it is as the saying goes, "the hills have eyes."

ares.

[ tba | styx | tba ] — tba.

asphodel.

[ tba | alpheus* | tba ] — tba.

atalante.

[ female | lerna | tba ] — a decisive and reliable ally, seeking to be a hero for the future. for a list of reasons, she's doing this with a large gun in hand in a criminal organization. it's probably a good idea.

athena.

[ female | acheron | carrd ] — she's kind but fierce, shy but welcoming. do not mistake her kindness or affliction as weakness, for she holds the power of great strength and is not afraid to use it if confronted. getting on her bad side will be a fatal mistake.

atlas.

[ trans male | lethe | carrd ] — outside of being an extremely accomplished medic, the only thing icier than his personality is his magicks.

autolycus.

[ cis male | lerna | tba ] — the right-hand man of lady lerna herself, he arrived at the parlor alongside of the creation of her house as the prime overseer of its technical facilities. one may find it difficult to appreciate his impressive work however, as he boasts a terribly foul attitude and a sharp tongue.

calypso.

[ female | styx | carrd ] — with starlight eyes that gleam with weariness and a dark prowess, ninoh is a figure of haunting grace. those who seek her out come to her for guidance, healing, sanctuary or trade. and for those that travel a darker path, sometimes, something more.

cassandra.

[ female | cocytus | carrd ] — excelling in arts and artistry, this retired dancer is akin to a flowing river carving its way through stone. born as the runt of her litter, she has grown to be a nimble prowler bright in hue. she is known to mend fabrics and wounds, but you'll never see her full hand.

cerberus.

[ male | eridanos | tba ] — an ever present guardian, his steady support has ensured that the lighthouse stands an immutable beacon for the guidance of souls living and dead. he was around long before the parlor's inception and he'll be there long after it's gone; a sentinel enduring the inevitable march of time.

chaos.

[ tba | eridanos | tba ] — tba.

charybdis.

[ tba | cocytus | tba ] — tba

circe.

[ cis male | cocytus | tba ] — letari is a couturier who spends most of his days in his atelier designing for lords and ladies alike across the star. while the viera is known for his eccentric and bold fashion choices for himself and client alike, if one were to ask any who’ve had the pleasure of making the man’s acquaintance they would not be able to tell you much of what they know about him.

deimos.

[ nonbinary | styx | carrd ] — quiet as the dead, and easily mistaken as just another ghost haunting the parlor. just another passing spirit, cold and distant, who seeks to turn hands that once harmed into ones that heal and mend.

dioscuri.

[ male | eridanos | tba ] — a veteran adventurer but at the same time, a rather strange miqo'te. after being a 'failed' experiment by the empire, this miqo'te has the peculiarity of being two souls in one body. while the specialty of one is efficiency and discretion, the specialty of the other is strength and protection.

dolos.

[ trans male | lethe | tba ] — the classic tale of a gifted child gone wrong — of his laurels left uncelebrated in the shadows. he devoted himself to the study of aetherology, medicine, and in becoming a sage of sharlayan. yet that is never enough — was never enough, for a man who sacrificed so much.

eleni.

[ tba | phlegethon | tba ] — tba

elpis.

[ nonbinary | acheron* | tba ] — full of naive hope, they see danse macabre as an opportunity to tenderly care for the dead as they pass on to the next part of life. innocent and obedient, they do their job with diligence, but may prone to asking too many questions.

erato.

[ tba | lerna | tba ] — tba

erebus.

[ male | styx | tba ] — on the surface, there's nothing noteworthy about he, who devotes his attention to admin and order. though he has a history just like anyone else, it's beyond the veil that his skills really shine. like the mists and darkness that are his alias, he enshrouds and obscures that business which should never be brought to light.

eros.

[ transfemme | eridanos | tba ] — wrapped into danse macabre to atone for past crimes, she loathes the halls of the parlor. despite this, she has nowhere else to stay. her chaste nature is unbefitting of her given title, but she refuses her real name. instead, she must swim in her own irony until she finally drowns.

galen.

[ male | lethe | tba ] — a sharlayan lupin who has dedicated his second chance in life to study medicine. dedicated in his work, he is someone sympathetic, kind and quite patient, able to offer his hand to anyone who needs to be heard and / or healed.

hades.

[ male | styx | tba ] — this is the wettest dog i've ever seen and he's not even a dog.

hebe.

[ female | lerna | tba ] — a delicate bloom with secrets hidden deep within her heart; her outwardly positive demeanor is just one of many masks she wears. she believes herself to be of the divine; may the gods pray for you if your gaze ever meets hers for too long.

hecate.

[ female | lerna | carrd ] — a skilled healer by day and an escort by night, she believes knowledge is priceless. her true strengths lie in her magic and wit, making her a powerful mage and an intelligent ally. while she presents a kind face, beneath it lies a soul who will stop at nothing if it means she can grow her aetheric prowess.

helios.

[ nonbinary femme | lerna | tba ] — with an insatiable appetite for the strange, this scholar is more known as an amdapori dollmaker than researcher. honing studies of the ancient constructs to create her own, she believes the ideal underworld to find balance in the defiled and the immaculate. for as above, then so below.

hephaestus.

[ tba | lerna | tba ] — tba

hermes.

[ agender | eridanos | tba ] — the shadows are old, ancient things and have been here since the beginning. they has been a member for a very long time, and prefer to move about unseen. not only that, but there is something dangerously eerie about their aether. care to take a glance?

hypnos.

[ tba | acheron | tba ] — tba

ianeira.

[ genderfluid (femme) | phlegethon | tba ] — a soul born before the flood, she remembers very little of the time before becoming a branch of her king’s great tree. playing tricks on mortal men can grow tiring after a few centuries, so what better way to pass the time than to play the part of the very creature she lives to pick on? may the eternal revelry continue!

icarus.

[ cis male | lerna | tba ] — by day, he's a skilled parlor musician and dedicated instructor, enchanting audiences with his melodies and guiding people with passion. but as night descends, he is an amdapori researcher, delving into realms of light-aspected knowledge, driven by an insatiable curiosity that knows no bounds. he joined danse macabre to find answers for his own predicament.

jason.

[ cis male | eridanos | tba ] — a pirate. he is a man of unwavering loyalty and boundless ambition. having pledged his allegiance to three generations of eridanos, he is a stalwart servant of the organization. his commitment knows no bounds, sailing through the darkest waters and venturing into the most forbidden lands in pursuit of his objectives. yet, his loyalty comes with a caveat—he operates by his own rules beyond the purview of his masters, so long as his actions do not threaten the organization's interests.

kairos.

[ nonbinary | styx | carrd ] — a historian first and foremost, but with a love and appreciation for any art as well. as someone who has spent nearly the last three hundred winters in the cold, stuffy city of ishgard, he's looking for a change of pace, anywhere to put the pen to use; and surely the experience into the supernatural and otherworldly, and means of dealing with both, strikes a fancy in someone's heart.

katobleps.

[ male | lethe* | tba ] — a humble farmer from namai with a beaming smile, wagging tail and a strong sense of duty who is testing the waters of his very first job in eorzea. as a maintenance man his desires are very simple: work, get paid, and expand his graphic novel collection.

keres.

[ nonbinary | acheron | carrd ] — the prodigal child of outlawed mages, shivali swore to never join another cult. after murdering samsara's ringleaders, shivali found themself entangled in danse macabre, who not only assisted in disposing of their prey, but promised to treat the corruption consuming their arm: in exchange for their services under house acheron.

kleio.

[ femme | lerna* | tba ] — skilled musician by heritage, uyanga delights in breaking the curated silence of funeral processions with song. her command of lyre and voice is sure to quell the sorrows of any touched by her dirge. from goldbile caverns to velvety parlors, all she requires is an altar for her performance.

klotho.

[ cis woman | phlegethon | tba ] — an auspice whose gaze has seen much, and mind contains more. once an innkeeper and opera singer, she is able to captivate by voice and expertly navigate the intricacies of business ownership. do not be alarmed if she stares at you longer than average: it is an old habit of hers.

koinos.

[ male | acheron | tba ] — he might not seem the type to be involved in any shady dealings but there's far more than meets the eye with this miqo'te whose friendly demeanor invites you to underestimate him. to an extent a jack of all trades with a proficiency in combat, he's not afraid to get his hands dirty. tasks that would turn the stomachs of lesser men and call his morality into question are not beyond him.

lykus.

[ male | styx | carrd ] — charming, generous, and smooth, lorcan seems nothing more than a simple man with base desires and depth no greater than a thimble. but looks are deceiving, and by the time lorcan strikes, it's too late to stop him, and he doesn't play for anything less than high stakes. guard your soul or dance with the devil.

medusa.

[ tba | acheron | tba ] — tba.

melinoe.

[ nonbinary | styx | tba ] — peculiar is the perfect word to describe k. easy-going, elegant and brute at the same time, something doesn't sit right with her. something's wrong in their presence, but it's hard to point what exactly. shadows aren't always the worst part of people.

midas.

[ cis male | phlegethon | tba ] — there's nothing that has more worth than money. at least that's what gatlin thinks. corroded with a greedy and narcissistic personality yet was blessed with a talented silver tongue that weaves his way in and out most situations. he's usually described in two ways, a sweetheart with words full of saturated honey or a devil plagued with jealousy that's worst than the most potent poison.

minoan.

[ tba | phlegethon | tba ] — tba.

mnemosyne.

[ tba | lerna | tba ] — tba.

moirae.

[ genderfluid | acheron | carrd ] — keep your hands inside the vehicle and enjoy the ride. it's all quick smiles and hungry eyes with this one, in the way that they're attentive to every detail and subtle movement; eve makes for a loyal guard dog with their attention to detail and to cross them is to be a grudge to be remembered-- with teeth and knives, identity theft on the side.

morpheus.

[ cis male | lethe | tba ] — uahydas is an apothecary and spends constant bells trying to fix up something new and tractable. despite his intimidating yet lazy appearance and compulsive nature, he's very open to chat. though ask any question nor favor of him, many tend to find themselves in an commutation, as you may have to be his test subject to try out his new "medication(s)" and he always enjoys helpful company.

nemesis.

[ female | acheron | tba ] — oshiete oshiete yo.

nike.

[ cis femme | eridanos | carrd ] — not all astrologians are created equal. saoirse's talents as an enchantress and archer remain unparalleled from her time in golmore, where she acted as both advisor and a queen's downfall. "there are only so many places to run" is a statement stressed to its limit when everything you leave behind burns.

nomos.

[ agender | acheron | tba ] — a vengeful wight bound to an unknown corpse as a vessel, she's both a horrible skirtchaser and a practiced doctor. tread with care, as she only wishes for fleeting pleasures and the release of her soul to the lifestream.

nyx.

[ cis femme | lethe* | carrd ] — an enigmatic elezen with a penchant for experimenting with medicinal herbs. behind her sickeningly sweet smile is a shadow that shrouds her intentions. one must be careful in accepting any of her offers, for it could be a decision that decides life or death.

oneiroi.

[ cis femme | eridanos | carrd ] — a viera of unknown origins, beneath her youthful arrogance hides a past of lies and war. whether her words are the truth or falsehood is always up in the airs, but deceiving her seems like a task near impossible.

orpheus.

[ cis male | lethe* | tba ] — an astrologian workaholic who can usually be found around the twelveswood and coerthas fretting over others. will heal you but also hopes you'll learn your lesson (you won't).

ouroboros.

[ none | cocytus | tba ] — the locals of thanalan speak of it as an urban legend more than a tangible person. the figure materialises in times of need, to transport goods and tend to the unfortunate. it watches. it learns. it disappears. the body may be impermanent, but the heart always endures.

outis.

[ butch | eridanos | tba ] — soldier. navigator. mercenary. rogue. tactician. lover. she could be anyone she wanted to be. and she chose to be no one.

panacea.

[ tba | lethe | tba ] — tba

paris.

[ male | acheron | tba ] — a guy with too much bird facts on his sleeves. somehow, he got recruited into the veil, for what reason? no one really knows or care to find out. he's just there for some reason, and somehow can provide services to every house, whether you like it or not. whether they like it or not. paris joined your party without consent.

persephone.

[ ? | phlegethon | carrd ] — her beauty is not in the mane of hair she has, nor the shape of her face, but in the strength and precision she yields with her weaponry. a skilled reaper, she is not a force to be taken lightly in the face of combat. a born soldier, her delicate features are only a mask for the primal nature underneath her flesh.

perseus.

[ male | eridanos | carrd ] — behold a carefree wild child and hardened rogue. rude, unapologetic, and as foul-mouthy as he is manipulative. nico'to is an adept fixer with experience as a thief, smuggler, broker, and gin-drinker. he does a bit of everything, and is damn good at it... provided the somnus is kept far away.

ponos.

[ male | phlegethon* | tba ] — hailing from family of butlers to esteemed house munikiri, he was proud to be yet another servant of theirs... until he got unceremoniously fired. he went to eorzea, land of his predecessors, in search of a place to die when he stumbled upon the funeral parlor which was hiring.

prometheus.

[ cis male | styx | tba ] — not much is known regarding this viera, he seems warm and welcoming but something is deeply unsettling about his aether. best to keep your guard up around this one.

rhadamanthus.

[ male | phlegethon | carrd ] — loud and lively is how most would describe this viera. with a thirst for life, he can be found with a cheerful (sometimes shit-eating) grin on his face, teasing his acquaintances and getting into trouble. he’d be happy to take up whatever you're offering, from a beer-drinking challenge to a fight, he’s there for it all and will be back home in time for an afternoon nap.

scylla.

[ female | eridanos | tba ] — a willing participant in the underground, preferring undetectability and the sweet embrace of silence over her common man. beyond this, not much motivates her misgivings aside the need to survive and biding her time. for that, she makes acceptable company. and she likes to keep it that way.

sisyphus.

[ male | phlegethon | carrd ] — i shat in the toilet of mcdalamud's.

sophrosyne.

[ female | acheron | docs ] — if death had a gender or human form, sophrosyne would surely fit the bill to be its counterpart. her appearance is extremely deceiving from both her nature and her heart, but she blames that on her mother's genes and excessive softness.

tartarus.

[ transmasc nonbinary | styx | carrd ] — outwardly cold and stoic to outsiders, they struggle to let anyone new into their heart. heavy chains from the past keep them weighed down from ever approaching the present, but there is more to them than meets the eye.

teumesios.

[ cis male | acheron | tba ] — a former member of the doman resistance, his search for a place to call home has led him to the land of eorzea. while he has a fiery temper, he's all bark and no bite. he doesn't have many close connections, so few have seen his soft side. perhaps one day that will change, but seemingly not in this life.

thanatos.

[ tba | cocytus | tba ] — tba

theron.

[ nonbinary ( femme lean ) | acheron | tba ] — quiet and skilled. this mercenary used to go through the shadows in search of any job that would help them understand more about humanity. surrounded by mystery, this viera fears nothing and will always lurk in the shadows for the safety of those they must protect.

thyia.

[ female | cocytus* | carrd ] — a simple girl with an unusual set of social skills, she is fairly removed from most people she meets, but if there happen to be people she meets more than once that treat her kindly, ralai has more than enough attention and kindness to spare.

zelos.

[ woman | phlegethon* | tba ] — someone has to bear the burden of being the most intelligent and rational person in the room, always the voice of reason and calm. trephelle wouldn't describe it as a “burden” when it's simply her god given talent to excel in everything before her.

argos.

[ trans masc | acheron | tba ] — his appearance belies inelegant violence — the mask a warning for would - be annoyances. this one's work is performed with a brutal precision, and second chances are seldom afforded to unfortunate targets. it is said that they rarely escape his grasp for long.


house distribution.


ACHERON.


argos. | elian conway
athena. | ichigo kanroji
elpis. | sveinn dolffe
erinyes. | sun ancariis
hypnos. | stayn delight
koinos. | griever's vessel
keres. | shivali shakra
medusa. | yara
moirae. | eve
nemesis. | corryn munkiri
nomos. | otello verga
paris. | revile hayter
sophrosyne. | vjra ruuj
teumesios. | ziven hyskaris
theron. | izanami

reserves.

achilles. | lukkas einherjar
achlys. | claudia jen galenus
ares. | ahzrukhal delarus
icarus. | thorne wyndham
jason. | valir novaria
melinoe. | hazel kingsley
oneiroi. | hillevi solis
perseus. | nico'to taatalir
tartarus. | sr'dinhe ruusu
thanatos. | dorrs barlowe
zelos. | trephelle vesivort

ALPHEUS.


aeacus. | ciri fyth
asphodel. | valeria ramira
hermes. | cyril bouchard

reserves.

alastor. | unsus deceyv
aiakos. | arcade artem
circe. | letari roufilon
eleni. | nana virai
eros. | lilith rossi
ouroboros. | ?
paris. | revile hayter

COCYTUS.


cassandra. | ruby kurosawa
charybdis. | seru aldsan
circe. | letari roufilon
ouroboros. | ?
thanatos. | dorrs barlowe
thyia. | ralai suzuha

reserves.

cerberus. | freki meginvarr
chaos. | nino lyeil
dioscuri. | noir azem
eleni. | nana virai
erinyes. | sun ancariis
eros. | lilith rossi
ianeira. | senna kazarishi
klotho. | hua li
mnemosyne. | eyre arethus
nemesis. | corryn munkiri
nyx. | bellalie estrelaint
panacea. | miraslava anatalyasch
paris. | revile hayter
patroclus. | gatoru sojo
sisyphus. | dioptase cusio
tartarus. | sr'dinhe ruusu

ERIDANOS.


achlys. | claudia jen galenus
aether. | nine
arachne. | leika mikhael
cerberus. | freki meginvarr
chaos. | nino lyeil
dioscuri. | noir azem
eros. | lilith rossi
jason. | valir novaria
nike. | saoirse leighlin
oneiroi. | hillevi solis
outis. | adair dias
perseus. | nico'to taatalir
scylla. | frejya

reserves.

achilles. | lukkas einherjar
apollo. | ryoma hachiman
ares. | ahzrukhal delarus
deimos. | saint delarus
hades. | isa ragnulf
hermes. | cyril bouchard
hypnos. | stayn delight
katobleps. | shigeru tanuma
keres. | shivali shakra
koinos. | griever's vessel
medusa. | yara
minoan. | asketell lie
moirae. | eve
nemesis. | corryn munkiri
patroclus. | gatoru sojo
persephone. | lovek ivanov
rhadamanthus. | jev fyth
teumesios. | ziven hyskaris

LERNA.


achilles. | lukkas einherjar
atalante. | sasha
autolycus. | nai zihnia
erato. | azki'ta pashe
hebe. | theikos vasiliev
hecate. | sovuphos ymir
helios. | eirawen dunaih
hephaestus. | rozemarijn radegast
icarus. | thorne wyndham
kleio. | uyanga qalli
mnemosyne. | eyre arethus

reserves.

deimos. | saint delarus
nike. | saoirse leighlin
thanatos. | dorrs barlowe

LETHE.


atlas. | aruktai angura
dolos. | haruki
elysium. | nawashiro nihei
galen. | anubis masri
katobleps. | shigeru tanuma
morpheus. | uahydas teoli
nyx. | bellalie estrelaint
orpheus. | neven n'jehto
panacea. | miraslava anatalyasch

reserves.

achlys. | claudia jen galenus
aiakos. | arcade artem
ares. | ahzrukhal delarus
atalante. | sasha
autolycus. | nai zihnia
calypso. | ninoh taatalir
elpis. | sveinn dolffe
erato. | azki'ta pashe
hebe. | theikos vasiliev
hecate. | sovuphos ymir
hephaestus. | rozemarijn radegast
icarus. | thorne wyndham
kleio. | uyanga qalli
melinoe. | hazel kingsley
nomos. | otello verga
sisyphus. | dioptase cusio
sophrosyne. | vjra ruuj
thyia. | ralai suzuha
zelos. | trephelle vesivort

PHLEGETHON.


alastor. | unsus deceyv
apollo. | ryoma hachiman
eleni. | nana virai
ianeira. | senna kazarishi
klotho. | hua li
midas. | gatlin amoes
minoan. | asketell lie
patroclus. | gatoru sojo
persephone. | lovek ivanov
ponos. | émile hugo
rhadamanthus. | jev fyth
sisyphus. | dioptase cusio
zelos. | trephelle vesivort

reserves.

achilles. | lukkas einherjar
aeacus. | ciri fyth
aiakos. | arcade artem
asphodel. | valeria ramira
galen. | anubis masri
hebe. | theikos vasiliev
jason. | valir novaria
nemesis. | corryn munkiri
paris. | revile hayter
scylla. | frejya

STYX.


aiakos. | arcade artem
ares. | ahzrukhal delarus
calypso. | ninoh taatalir
deimos. | saint delarus
erebus. | ari rehw-dvre
hades. | isa ragnulf
kairos. | wulf reverdin
lykus. | lorcan merel
melinoe. | hazel kingsley
prometheus. | alsphael nazkari
tartarus. | sr'dinhe ruusu

reserves.

arachne. | leika mikhael 
apollo. | ryoma hachiman 
athena. | ichigo kanroji 
cerberus. | freki meginvarr 
circe. | letari roufilonhecate. | sovuphos ymir
keres. | shivali shakra 
mnemosyne. | eyre arethus 
nyx. | bellalie estrelaint 
ouroboros. | ? 
ponos. | émile hugo 
sophrosyne. | vjra ruuj 
theron. | izanami 
thyia. | ralai suzuha 
zelos. | trephelle vesivort 

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APPLICATION AND AFFILIATES.

  1. your group must be able to provide services or products for danse macabre.

  2. services and products can be general funeral parlor necessities.

  3. we are also accepting of groups that can fit into the dark veil aspect of our trade.

  4. individuals can also apply as affiliates but the rules above will still apply.

if you're interested in joining our roster or even just becoming one of our affiliates, kindly reach out to aries (marlboroblued on discord / dawntrailing on twitter) and express your interest. we don't publicly share our application form or discord server invite links, as we operate as an invite-only group. however, we do make exceptions in certain cases, provided we believe you're a good fit for our community.


AFFILIATES.


  • ajagony — a bizarre, difficult to gauge cheese-colored creature that claims to be a voidsent. it is particularly amiable, and seems averse to the idea of being permanently contracted by a human, and takes only temporary mercenary work. it shows itself only to workers of the veil and, should you find interest in keeping it company, pledges to consume any voidsent of your choosing at the cost of a tiny aether payment. on rare occasions it can be seen in the form of a lanky miqo'te wandering around the lighthouse wearing comfy clothing and that unsettling yellow mask. it claims to be from a theater troupe. it likes to hear you talk. it can do tricks. it is disgustingly flexible. will you befriend it?

  • blues / greyson raven ( carrd ) — silverwolf magitek, engineering for a more comfortable future. an engineer looking to make the world a better place through his machines. offers a wide variety of services from custom jobs to repairs and inbetween. no weapons. unflinching rule and if pressed, will cause the would be customers name to be placed on a no serve list.

  • cassian laevinus — a young man whose gaze is always set off - center, as if peering at something unknown in the great distance. when asked, he would detail seeing a young boy: one with black hair, green eyes — a wild, happy look on his face. encouragement for further explanation is met with silence. cassian is not someone who is easy to get along, and prefers it to stay that way. you might be able to get him to open up a smidgen with a lime - flavored beverage. however, even this is kept under lock and key.

  • cheriblossom sprinkle ( carrd ) — a doctor to all and a commander to some, cheri primarily offers his healing services to those in need at no cost because he believes in free health care. he also owns few clinics throughout etheirys. if you've heard of him on the battlefield and care to exchange war stories and strategies, he has no problem doing so for a price of a drink.

  • dior richelieu — Dior is an individual who exudes an air of mystery from their very presence. Dressed in finery that begets their station as an up-and-coming fashion designer and model assigned to a mysterious patron, Dior has risen through the upper echelons of high society to live comfortably among the wealthy elite. While appearing to be an innocuous individual simply being paraded around for the enjoyment of others, in truth, Dior has entrenched themselves in all sorts of business dealings, some more unscrupulous than others, as they know the importance of having acquaintances in both high and low places. Possessed of many benefactors, Dior provides services both monetary and material, and their arsenal is beholden to no one master- As long as you have the coin.

  • forwin tyrell — Bearing the heart of a true showman and grace befitting his humble spirit, Forwin is every part the textbook definition of a bard. Ask anyone and you will find that very little is known of who he is or where he truly hails from, what with this songster’s unwillingness to be anything but deliberately vague on the subject. Still, he is one to let his talents do the talking where first impressions are involved, be it with music, archery, or magic.

  • Harlan & Dark, LP ( carrd ) — The far-reaching hand, the perpetual supplier, and the all-seeing eye. H&D's extensive network of treasure hunters, scientists, spies, and whispering birds allows them to cultivate some of the most interesting and horrifying objects in the known world - and then sell them to the highest bidder. There is no reason to move pieces when you can move the board. And when you can end the match at any time, there's only one reason to continue. It's all about playing the game.

  • hyskaris / gleipnir — veteran of war and rebellion, he cares little for nonsense from outside forces. time spent in the bozjan resistance hardened him, and excursions as a twin adder soldier further cemented his disdain of those who rob freedom. now neither one of them, gleipnir has taken up odd jobs, both altruistic and underground, and tossed his lot in with the parlor as a source of outside aid.

  • lukkas einherjar ( carrd ) — an ex-dragoon from ishgard, he is no longer ashamed to say. he dabbles now in smithing and any and all related work under the name of the zantetsuken forge. he also does deliveries. house sitting. animal rearing. fake boyfriend? name the time and place. long story short, he is willing to do almost anything (within reason) for a fair price. and sometimes, that price is just his time.

  • mana'to zhenjho ( carrd ) — A relic from Meracydia given a second chance at life thanks to the good graces of those who originally breached Azys Lla's defenses. In the present day he works and studies feverishly under the Sons of Saint Coinach as a researcher of ancient Allag, the very usurpers that upturned his tribe, in an attempt to understand their civilization and the advancements that did in their long lived song magic. He specializes in translation of ancient texts and artifact appraisal, and if you're even vaguely nice to him, it's pretty easy to fool this nerd into serving your interests for free. He loves his job, perhaps too much so, and that's why he's always broke, and terribly lucky to have the favor of the Sons on his side to provide basic food and shelter for him.

  • tam lin ( carrd ) — do you need to hunt a voidsent? then tam lin is your wolf. if asked, the elezen will simply say he is half miqo'te, hence the additional set of ears and tail but to anyone with an inkling of aether sensitivity the man is a wellspring of void energy.