[ Teamwork is a skill Xenk admires, though one he's not actually very good at. He's used to just... doing everything himself. He doesn't have a problem with that! But let it never be said that he isn't willing to learn new things, because Xenk is here. And Xenk is ready.

He will greet his partner with a handshake to start. Of course he does! But soon enough, they'll be off, so pick your poison and try to keep up, Xenk Yendar lets no obstacle course bar his path. ]

[ If teamwork isn't your thing, perhaps a friendly game of Capture the Flag is more up your alley? And if you've ever wanted to see Xenk Yendar in a wet, white shirt, this is the time. Xenk has dressed down to his breeches and undershirt, looking far more handsome than a guy who's basically just about to play flag football should look. He grins at the prospect of friendly competition, and will wave at anyone he either knows, or who is likewise on Team Paladin.

He's also armed with these "water balloons." Though without his magic, it'll be an adventure to see whether or not his aim is any good. Maybe he doesn't need to, if he stands guard in front of one of his flags. You'd think the man was guarding a fallen friend, with how seriously he's taking it. ]

On your guard! Let none pass!

[ Xenk has been on a few boats, but never has he crossed the sea like this. His sea legs, such as they are, have come in well enough. He is basically good at everything he tries, it's no question. All that said, he doesn't know exactly what to do, and is thus standing on deck, looking about for something to do, or someone to help. At least he was smart enough to leave his armor in his cabin. He has the look of a man on a mission -- once he finds that mission, that is. ]

Pardon me. Could I be of assistance?

[ Please someone put him to work, he needs the enrichment. ]

[ After a few days out at sea, Xenk can be found on the deck of the Royal Fortune, the dim light of the moon the only source of light at this hour. He stands alone in the dark, clad in only his breeches, his arms steady as he goes through the motions of swinging his sword; first in a wide arc, then in a flourish, the movements repeated over and over, practiced and solid.

He could do this for hours. He probably will, though he'll greet anyone who approaches. ]

Greetings. I see sleep eludes you as well.

[ To his friends, Xenk might be called a bit of a nuisance. Not through his own intentions, of course, he's never anything but polite. Never anything but honorable.

To the Paladins? Xenk might be a huge pain, actually. Because he is, like clockwork, definitely the man who wakes up every day at dawn and ensures that everyone is on time, everyone is at roll call, and that everyone is pulling their weight.

There is some loud, insistent knocking at your cabin door this morning. ]

Good morning! [ KNOCK KNOCK KNOCK. Xenk speaks whether you've answered or not. This is the Paladin life, after all! ] As the captain is calling for rolls this morning at 6:30 AM sharp, I thought it best to wake you. Your presence is needed on the deck if you do not wish to tarry and delay the rest of the day's activities.

[ He isn't even trying to be passive aggressive, he truly believes that no one would want to delay the rest of the crew. I mean, you wouldn't, right? Of course not. ]

[ As a lifelong student, Xenk is drawn to the Archive for more than simple work. He believes in knowledge, in protecting the legacy of the past and all their knowledge. Thus, his post at the library's entrance is more than a simple vigil. He stands watch, his senses open awake and aware, with his hand resting on the hilt of his blade. ]

III.a: You Have Been Caught Stealing
[ Should you get caught, you'll find Xenk has very little in the way of pity. As soon as you're spotted, he'll reach out to stop any theft. ]

A repository of knowledge such as this deserves the utmost repsect. You will not defile it with your thieving.

III.b: Roll for Stealth
[ If you happen to have, say, a bonus to Stealth and you want to sneak past Xenk, please feel free. Just be aware that he has excellent hearing, you might still catch his notice. ]

Who goes there? [ Xenk steps lightly away from his post. Just a bit. His hand waits at the ready on the hilt of his sword. ] Reveal yourself, and I shall grant you clemency. But I must warn you, should you continue this ruse, I shall have no choice but to exercise force.