House of Leaves

You’ve heard the rumors passed around the Quicksand of Ul’dah, the docks of Limsa Lominsa, and the forested edge of Old Gridania—a newfound company walks Eorzea with the promise of leaves in the air, whispers of moogle-money hidden in the dream...Founded on November 3rd, 2024, House of Leaves is a queer friendly Free Company (FC) on the homeworld of Cuchulainn. The FC’s inception was borne from the collaboration of three friends—Hendrix Hel’horo, Big Mclargehuge, & Hexevelion Tatum. It is a place made with the intention of casual camraderie, roleplaying potential, and radical kindness.Our FC is open to anyone over the age of 21 who seeks a laidback community dedicated to creativity. Whether you want to pursue the path of the omnicrafter, level some jobs, run duty roulettes, lore dive in the MSQ, or explore character-focused roleplaying, House of Leaves has something for you!Join our free company community Discord~

House of Leaves
House of Leaves
House of Leaves

Original Sketch by Dewdlepies
Coloring by HoL

Hendrix Hel'horo arrived in Eorzea from the Azim Steppe in search of knowledge & adventure. To her dismay, she found that education and scholarship was often gatekept from the public, whether by Lominsan thalassocratists, Ul’dahn monetarists, Gridanian nationalists, Ishgardian aristocrats, or Sharlayan isolationists. The plucky Xaela poet decided to open a public library that enshrined the value of intellectual freedom for all. Unfortunately, she isn't made of gil. So, she spoke with her friend Big for ideas. Big’s idea was to seek out the Mandervilles for financial backing. While quite quirky and evasive, they are Eorzea’s most wealthy wildcards. Alas, she never got a word in edgewise with any Mandervilles...However, word of her endeavor did travel through the staff hallways of the Gold Saucer and reached the little fluffy ears of Chief Moogle Mogmugg. He had ideas to expand his own entertainment establishments in Eorzea—but the Gold Saucer contract prevented him from doing so. He sent his own personal delivery moogle to Hendrix with an offer: the moogle would fund her library if she also helped to build and staff Mogmugg’s speakeasy. After bringing this offer to Big and her fellow arcanist guild member, Hexevelion, the three decided the offer was kosher and agreed. With Mogmugg’s secret backing, the trio established the free company House of Leaves to gain footing in the housing market & begin the process of fulfilling Hendrix’s and Mogmugg’s dream.As of 27 January, 2025, House of Leaves successfully purchased Plot 30 of Mist Ward 18! With that milestone achieved, the growing FC begins its construction project in earnest...


House of Leaves

HENDRIX HEL'HORO
She/They | Au'ra: Xaela | Healer
An Azim Steppe native emigrated to Limsa Lominsa, Hendrix is a scholar & poet who thrives on adventure. Inspired by their mother's past life as a dungeoneering dancer, Hendrix sought Eorzean shores to learn, grow, and evolve as a person dedicated to uplifting others. With her lifelong chocobo companion, Peepo (and his chonky hatchling, Buuz), Hendrix seeks comraderie as she uncovers mysteries past & present.PLAYER: Kaye
They/them
Hoi hoi! I'm Kaye, a queer, neurospicy nerd who loves playing games online and offline with friends. Am I bringing my passion for my various hobbies and jobs into my FFXIV roleplaying? ...yes, yes I am! What can I say—libraries are cool! (Speakeasies, too.) I seek to make all spaces, whether cyber or physical, kinder, more accessible places. I hold the Dutch concept of gezellig very dear to me. When I'm not gallavanting on Hydaelyn or working offline, I'm cuddling with my cats, eating spicy food, or watching video essays.


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BIG MCLARGEHUGE
He/Him | Roegadyn: Hellsguard | Tank
Orphaned son of two Roegadyn mercenaries, Big McLargehuge spent his youth in the streets of Ul'Dah just trying to find ways to be useful. Eventually becoming a Captain of the Immortal Flames, Big has always been the first to jump into the fray of battle. While he's most adept with the blade, his true passion is crafting.PLAYER: Pat
He/Him
Haldo! I'm Pat! I'm a freelance IT guy and I've played MMOs off and on since Ultima Online. Kaye and I have been married for years now, and when they decided to jump into FFXIV, I decided to take the plunge with them. We've been having a great time together in Eorzea ever since!


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HEXEVELION TATUM
She/Her | Lalafell: Dunesfolk | DPS
Hex grew up in a small fishing village in Western La Noscea, near where Halfstone used to be. As the eldest of three siblings, Hex became the main breadwinner of her family after the Calamity forced them to flee to Aleport. She readily took to crime in order to keep her family fed. Once her family situation stabilized, Hex struck out for Limsa Lominsa to seek her fortune, swearing that she would never experience poverty again. Her experiences have made her value knowledge, secrets and cleverness, and given her a disdain for law and authority.PLAYER: Soup
She/Her
Heyo, you can call me Soup. I'm another one of those queer internet leftists still trying to hold out hope for a better future. I love stories, video games, cats, horror and parsnips. FF14 captured me with its story, and it's the first game like this wherein I have been genuinely drawn to roleplaying. It's just so easy to feel like you're a part of this world. When I'm not online, I'm petting my cats, taking walks, writing or going to protests.

A green hrothgar woman, Laz Ravenheart, sips from her tea while gazing curiously across the table.

 
& a big thanks to our
first FC member:
Laz Ravenheart!

House of Leaves

House of Leaves is an active FC on Cuchulainn—Dynamis (EST). Our current goals include the following:

  • Reach Rank 5 to unlock Company Actions

  • Reach Rank 6 to unlock Real Estate

  • Collectively Raise 20 million gil to purchase a medium plot for the FC

  • Build & decorate a library & cafe venue

  • Build & decorate a super secret speakeasy in the back of the library

  • Recruit new folks who want a kind, relaxed, queer-friendly FC with RP opportunities

  • Purchase the FC Workshop for HQ

  • Build & deploy our first airship & submersible from the Workshop

  • Run FC events, including: casino nights; chocobo races; RP storylines; duty roulettes; etcetera

  • Serve the folks of Cuchulainn/Dynamis who want a fun, welcoming space for RP or casual hangouts

Goals Page Last Updated on 3/1/25

<The Codified HOUSE RULES>

Conduct

  • Zero Tolerance policy for bigotry—homophobia, transphobia, racism, antisemitism, fatmisia, ableism, ageism, & sexism are unacceptable. (This list is non-exhaustive.)

  • No spamming the FC chat log

  • Members must be at least 21 years of age

  • RMT strictly prohibited

Values

  • Inclusivity & Kindness

  • Always anti-fascist

  • Accessibility for all

  • Community building & providing a safe space to play and unwind online

  • Respect privacy

  • People > Profit

  • Self-care is vital for mental wellbeing

  • All humans deserve fun & play

Roleplaying

  • Consent between players in all scenes/interactions

  • ERP limited to private rooms only, please

  • Firm boundaries between fiction & player

  • Indicate RP intent with online status change

  • Keep player discussions limited to ((OOC:text-here)) when in the midst of RP

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