WARNING

#000 ON ILYA SJADARWESFV

Ilya Sjadarwesv is a man of few words, known to most as a simple butcher’s apprentice in the bustling markets of Ul'dah. By day, he works diligently alongside his mentor, learning the art of carving meat with precision and care. The rhythmic motion of blade against flesh is second nature to him, and his keen eye for detail has earned him a quiet respect among his peers. Ilya’s quiet demeanor and unfailingly polite nature make him seem quite unassuming, and that suits him just fine.But beneath the surface, Ilya’s skills serve a far darker purpose. When the sun sets over the city, he takes on another role entirely...one that no one would suspect from the humble butcher’s apprentice. Using his knowledge of anatomy and his access to the tools of his trade, Ilya quietly disposes of those who have been marked for removal in the shadows of Eorzea. Whether it’s for the powerful criminal syndicates of Ul'dah or those who wish to make certain secrets vanish forever, Ilya’s methods are clean, efficient, and silent.No body remains. No trace is left.In a world filled with intrigue and hidden agendas, Ilya Sjadarwesv is a master of blending into the background, always calm, always precise, and always ready to fulfill his grim work when called upon. The streets of Ul'dah may never know the true extent of his skills, but those who cross the wrong people, or who learn too much, soon find that Ilya is a man who can make them disappear without a trace, just as easily as he can cut through meat.

#001 ON HIS NATURE

Ilya Sjadarwesv is a man defined by his quiet, aloof nature. He is often distant, indifferent to the world around him, and rarely engages in conversation unless it pertains to something he finds fascinating. His focus is razor-sharp, but it is fixated on one thing alone: the beauty of the human body and the artistry of a clean cut. To him, the body is not just flesh, but a masterpiece to be carefully dissected and admired. The precision of each incision, the way the body yields to the blade, fills him with a strange, serene satisfaction. Ilya feels little for the world or the people in it, but when it comes to the act of taking a body apart, he is utterly absorbed. His work is a form of art that he approaches with quiet reverence and meticulous care.At times, the sheer beauty of his work can overwhelm him, so much so that it brings him to tears. The act of taking a body apart, whether in reverence for its form or the perfection of the cut, stirs something deep within him, a connection to the art he creates that transcends mere detachment. Ilya feels little for the world or the people in it, but when it comes to his craft, he is utterly absorbed, his emotions spilling over in rare, poignant moments that only add to the solemnity of his work.

#002 LOVE AND HATE

LOVE

Ilya has a deep, unwavering love for his craft. There is nothing more satisfying to him than the perfection of a clean cut. He enjoys the precision and artistry involved in his work, often losing himself. He also has a surprising fondness for peach juice, finding its sweetness to be a rare and comforting indulgence. Ilya is meticulous about his tools, taking great care in maintaining their sharpness and cleanliness; there is a deep satisfaction in the smooth, flawless operation of a well-maintained blade.

HATE

Ilya is not fond of chaos or disorder, especially in his surroundings. He loathes untidy spaces and becomes agitated when his tools are left unclean or disorganized. He also has little patience for people who speak without purpose, finding idle chatter to be a waste of time and energy. While he is not particularly social, he has a distaste for unnecessary emotional displays, especially in others; he views such outbursts as unrefined and undignified. He dislikes the unpredictability of people, especially those who act impulsively or make decisions without careful consideration. Above all, Ilya cannot stand anything that disrupts the quiet and precision of his work, and any interruptions to his focus are met with irritation.

FEAR

Despite his calm, collected exterior, Ilya harbors a deep fear of imperfection. The idea of a cut gone wrong—messy, imprecise, or flawed—terrifies him. He has spent so much of his life seeking control over his work and surroundings that the thought of failing in his craft, even in the smallest way, is an anxiety he can scarcely bear. He also fears being discovered for his darker, more sinister role behind the scenes. The idea that his quiet life could be upended by exposure is a constant, underlying source of tension for him.On a more trivial note, Ilya is inexplicably terrified of thunderstorms. The unpredictability of the storm, the flashing light and the crashing sound, sends a shiver down his spine. While it may seem an odd fear for someone so calm and composed, the sheer chaos of it unsettles him, reminding him of the uncontrollable and untidy forces of nature that he so deeply despises.