Affiliates

Le Renard Argenté

A place for gentlemen who prefer the finer things in life, as well as the company of other men. Le Renard Argenté is an upscale Ishgardian cigar lounge catering to those who enjoy masculine company. Bask in the elegant atmosphere, full of regency era vibes.While we do cater primarily to gay men, people of any gender or orientation are welcome!

The Order of Saint Gabineaux

Rumors of the reclusive Order of Saint Gabineaux have circulated throughout Ishgard for what seems like centuries. Some claim it to be fictitious, while others swear that they have had family among its ranks. While many of the whispers are different, one thing remains the same: the mages and mystics of the order are powerful, well-connected, and lack scruples. It matters not if you wish to hex your enemy or have a curse broken, there is surely a brother of the order who can assist. Assuming you are willing to make deals with devils.The Order of Saint Gabineaux opens its door once a moon to outsiders. Invitations arrive without a return address, delivered to those who have caught the interest of the High Priest. Masks are required for entry and aliases are encouraged. Come to gawp, find answers to all of your burning questions, or to seek out the brothers' esoteric skills.

The Nightingale's Song

The Nightingale’s Song cafe is a cozy and yet upscale cafe that is located in the Firmament, Ishgard. The quality of the dishes, pastries and drinks they offer is of high quality, most of it made from local coerthan wares and the ones imported are always checked over for their quality. They are very proud that they decorate the building every major holiday and have a holiday menu specific for said holiday.The guests are all welcomed warmly to get out of the cold. The wares that do not get sold at the end of the day are donated to the soupkitchens of the Brume.So welcome on in for a cup and remember, there is never a dull moment at the Nightingale’s Song!

ABOUT

Once known to be an exclusive Gentleman's Club by the name of Cambray House, Jackdaw's was recently purchased by Baroness Selaine de Lanverlais as a betrothal gift for her new husband Lord Sebastian of House Vairemont. Now under new ownership and management, Jackdaw's has shifted from a gentleman's club into a high-end dueling club that is happy to host any and all who wish to partake in duels of honor or sport. Come to bet, duel, box, or drink. None will be turned away as long as they are properly dressed and have the right amount of coin.

Jackdaw's is a high-end Ishgardian dueling club where members of the aristocracy come to settle both debts of honor and coin. whether you seek to place bets, settle scores, or rub elbows with the elite of the Holy See, Jackdaw's is the club for you.We are a 21+ Heavy RP venue located on Cuchulainn intended to facilitate boxing and dueling within genteel society.Ready your rapiers and join us for a night of duels and drinks.

.  FAQ  .Is Jackdaw's a private club for members only?
No. All Jackdaw's events are open to the public. No membership or invitations are required.
Characters who are not of the wealthy class or the nobility are still welcome, though they may be looked down upon by staff and guests alike.Is there a dress code?
Yes. Jackdaw's expects guests to arrive in, at least, cocktail attire. Those planning to fight are welcome to arrive in their dueling leathers or any other combat attire they might prefer. All guests are to be properly dressed. Nudity is not allowed and anyone breaking this rule will be removed.Is Jackdaw's a gentleman's club?
No. Jackdaw's is open to any and all who wish to partake in dueling or betting. No membership is required and no gender restrictions are imposed.What is a Jackdaw?
A small black and grey corvid. A bird related to both ravens and crows.Is Jackdaw's only for fencing?
No. Duels in Jackdaw's can be with any bladed weapon or with bare fists. There are limitations listed on our Dueling page, but the intent is to facilitate an upscale dueling experience with most martial weapons.

RULES

.  RULE ONE  .  Staff and guests must be 21+ both ICly and OOCly. If a player is found to have misrepresented their age they will be immediately removed from the discord and will no longer be welcome at in-game events..  RULE TWO  .  It is our goal to make Jackdaw's a welcoming space for all who attend. Which means that all guests must be respectful to those around them. We will not tolerate slurs, hate speech, racism, sexism, or any form of harassment. Just don’t be an ass..  RULE THREE   .  Jackdaw's is an LGBTQ+ owned venue and an open and accepting space for all members of the community. Homophobia, biphobia, and transphobia will not be tolerated..  RULE FOUR   . IC does not equal OOC. We expect everyone to keep this boundary firmly in place..  RULE FIVE   . While weapons are both expected and welcome inside Jackdaw's, drawing any weapon outside of the dueling ring will result in the character's immediate expulsion. Unsanctioned acts of violence will not be tolerated. Anyone found in violation of this rule will be banned from all future Jackdaw's events.

.  RULE SIX   . While the venue and discord server are 21+ and the SFW areas may feature cursing, references to drinking and drugs, or the passing mention of sex, we ask that you keep anything more significant than that in the labeled NSFW channels. Do not post the following content in NSFW channels for any reason: graphic depictions of assault/abuse, anything that would suggest or imply a lack of consent (consensual non-consent is included in this), NSFW depictions of lalafell, and underage individuals..  RULE SEVEN  .  Jackdaw's is not an ERP venue. Please do not attempt to ERP in the server or in the venue. If you find that your RP is drifting in that direction, we ask that you please take that to a private space so as to not cause any discomfort to those who do not wish to engage with it..  RULE EIGHT  .  While we all love our IC drama, we prefer that OOC drama be left at the door. Please attempt to settle any OOC issues in DMs before involving a member of staff. Please do not bring drama into public discord channels or into IC spaces.

Dueling Rules

.  RULE ONE  . No magic. No Guns. No bows. No Poison. No Technology. No Explosions. Jackdaw's aims to facilitate duels of honor and sport between those who wield blades and fists. Any who enter the ring should intend to test only their martial prowess..  RULE TWO  .  No killing. Jackdaw's is an upscale establishment that intends to provide a civilized and noble way to settle debts or test your mettle. Blood is inevitable, but aiming to kill will not only result in permanent removal from the club, you might just find yourself visited by the Temple Knights..  RULE THREE   .  No godmodding. You are only in control of your character, their actions, and the damage they take. Attempting to control your opponent's actions will result in you being asked to leave..  RULE FOUR   . Be prepared for RNG. Jackdaw's uses Grindstone rules and as such everyone is at the mercy of the dice. We understand that it isn't always fun to lose, but please enter the dueling ring with the understanding that you may, in fact, lose..  RULE FIVE   . All characters will be offered healing after their duel. Characters are entitled to refuse healing if they see fit. Characters who opt out of healing will not be allowed back in the dueling ring for the remainder of the evening.

.  HOW TO SCHEDULE A DUEL:  . Duels can be scheduled in one of two ways. A form will be posted in our discord at least two weeks ahead of each open for people to submit pre-arranged duels of honor or to sign up to be paired with another solo entrant. Pairings will be posted the day before the event. If we still have openings for duels we may accept walk in registrations on the day. Speak with Sebastian de Vairemont in character to determine if there is any last minute availability..  FISTS OR BLADES?  . While Jackdaw's typically facilitates duels of mixed weaponry, those looking for a traditional bout of boxing (or a traditional clash of rapiers) should let the booking attendant know so we can pair people properly. As we will not always be able to match you against your preferred weapon, we recommend those who seek something specific to arrive with their dueling partner already chosen..  MECHANICS  . Jackdaw's uses Grindstone rules for all duels. Please follow the simple rules listed below.➤ Both participants will roll /random. The character with the highest roll (Player A) attacks first.
➤ Player A writes up their attack in /yell and then rolls /random. Player B rolls /random to defend. Highest roll wins.
➤ Player B then writes their post which should include their defense (success or failure) and their attack. Both players will roll /random again and the duel will continue on as above.
➤ The duel ends when one opponent manages three hits.

Betting Rules

.  HOW TO PLACE A BET  .
In order to place a bid please seek out a Jackdaw's bookmaker. If you are unsure who they are, feel free to ask any member of staff and they will point you in the correct direction..  ON THE USE OF GIL  .
Jackdaw's is a gil-free venue. All gil exchanged in RP is 'RP Gil'. Real gil is not required to participate in betting on duels. This is an RP opportunity only. No staff member will ever ask you for real gil..  UNSANCTIONED BETTING  .
Unsanctioned and otherwise off the books betting is generally frowned upon. Jackdaw's prefers that all bets be handled by the house. Those caught cooking illicit books may find themselves on the wrong side of management. Feel free to test this boundary if you are looking for an interesting RP hook..  MINIMUM BETS  .
The minimum bet for each fight is 50,000 gil. Characters may bet more. They cannot bet less. Attempts to bet less may result in gossip about their social and financial standing, after all. Which should be a sufficient enough deterrent from getting involved when one cannot afford it..  PAYOUT   .
When your fighter proves to be a winner, seek out the bookmaker you placed your bet with to receive your winnings. Jackdaw's typically pays out double the initial bet, but it is possible to negotiate other terms with your bookmaker..  ON LOSS  .
Those who lose their bets will forfeit their gil to the house. If they are found to have placed the bet without the ability to pay, the bookmaker will seek out both management and security to handle the debt. Jackdaw's does not accept payment in the form of promissory notes or payment plans, but may accept valuable physical property instead of gil. This is at the discretion of the bookmaker in question. If you are entirely unable to settle your debts, you will be removed by security, banned from the premises, and management will make certain that all of Ishgard knows of your financial failings.

Staff

Owner

Lord Sebastian de Vairemont
Age: 28
Gender / Pronouns: Male, he/himKnown as both a bastard and the son of an executed heretic, Sebastian de Vairemont has quite the scandalous reputation among the nobility of Ishgard. Where many should feel compelled to close their doors in his face, the now legitimized bastard of House Vairemont has maintained a consistent presence in salons and at high society events. His recent marriage to the Baroness de Lanverlais has only further solidified his place in society. Together they purchased a rather shabby gentleman's club by the name of Cambray House and immediately renovated it into what is now Jackdaw's. Will such an advantageous marriage and business arrangement prove to further elevate Ishgard's most charming bastard? Only time will tell. At the very least he will have a use for his skill with a blade.

Managers

Akhutai of the Urit
Age: ???
Gender / Pronouns: Male, he/himAn affable Xaela who is often quick with a grin and maybe even some light charm. He is frequently on the lookout for things to interest or entertain him while claiming that he, himself, is nothing of the sort.

Lord Matthieu de Tremblay
Age: 26
Gender / Pronouns: Male, he/himBorn in the Coerthan countryside, Matthieu is clearly quite unaccustomed to city life. His elder sister, The Baroness de Lanverlais, insisted that he come to the city and spend his time integrating into aristocratic society. While he reluctantly agreed, Mattie would much rather be riding through the snowy woods atop his horse with a bow in his hands and the wind in his hair. Alas, his family continues to insist that he must be seen rubbing elbows with the right people. Perhaps agreeing to lend his aid with the newest family business will appease them?

Staff

BARTENDER

Valoren Stormcrow
Age: 34
Gender / Pronouns: Male, he/himA man of many masks, Valoren is at ease in any company. He laughs and flirts with most anyone, but mind the fangs behind his smile.

BARTENDER

Philemon La Melusine
Age: Looks '42'
Gender / Pronouns: Male, he/himPhilemon is the oldest son of his House and spends most of his days visiting different galleries and auction houses to sell or buy art, artifacts and antiquity, the older the better. He is quite a charming man who loves talking and fits well among nobility as he would attend any party and ball he could find to sell or buy from his collections of oddities. He do know how to mix drinks, seeing he himself has a grand taste for them and would enjoy making a drink and then chat up, intrigued to find what the person holding his interest would have for what kind of story.

BARTENDER

Selva Lesrekta
Age: 150
Gender / Pronouns: Female, she/herAn enigmatic woman from Skatay Range, charismatic and adventurous. Well travelled, she has since settled in Ishgard, integrating herself into the nightlife scene. From upscale, expensive lounges to dive bars and everything in between, she seems to be able to enjoy it for what it is.

SECURITY

Vallerin de Cieloux
Age: 500+ (appears mid-30s)
Gender / Pronouns: Male, he/himKnown as an investor and socialite within Ishgard, Vallerin is a charismatic but impulsive and ruthless man who stops at nothing to get what he wants. He has his fingers within many parts of Ishgardian entertainment from the arts to gentleman's clubs. Never mind the fangs and crimson eyes. Surely he just likes to appear theatrical.

HEALER

Valentinoix Lanverlai
Age: 34
Gender / Pronouns: Male, he/himA veteran of the Dragonsong war, he served faithfully as a chirurgeon for 12 years before the war ended. He spent his childhood assisting his father in his clinic where he would develop a taste for watching the suffering of others, the war provided him with being able to witness some of the worst of suffering an ecstasy he misses dearly, he now goes from continuing his father's clinic and working at Jackdaw's hoping to once again find suffering so wonderful.

BOOKMAKER

Renee DuPont
Age: Looks Late 30s
Gender / Pronouns: Female, she/theyRenee is woman running from the long shadow of Garlemald and carving out a new, precarious freedom with the tools she once used for survival. After defecting from her post as an archivist in the Garlean Ministry of Information; a role that taught her the sharp edges of propaganda and the price of truth. She fled west with little more than a satchel of stolen records and the instincts of a survivor. Hunted by her old handlers and haunted by secrets too dangerous to share, she rebuilt herself in Old Sharlayan as a photographer, documentarian, and chronicler-for-hire.In this new life, Renee quickly found work among scholars, field researchers, and adventurers who valued her skill for unearthing stories the world would rather forget. She documents everything; relics and ruins, scandals and sorrows, people on the edge of being erased, and has earned a reputation as the person you seek out when you want proof that something truly happened. Her path often crosses with other outcasts: rogue mages, exiled students, black market dealers, and the odd Garlean defector hiding behind a new name.