Gone is the quiet romance of the upstairs lounge, down here, the tavern breathes like a living thing. Lanternlight flickers across rough-hewn beams and polished bar tops worn smooth by years of elbows, laughter, and spilled drinks. The hum of voices never quite settles, stories overlap, glasses clink, chairs scrape, and somewhere in the mix, someone’s always just a little too loud.This is Ymir’s domain.A place where the rules loosen, the drinks pour heavier, and no one stays a stranger for long.

Ymir - Owner

Stoic in stance but warm at heart, Ymir runs The Dirty Bird with a steady hand and a goofy demeanor , he brings discipline, strength, and a surprising gentleness to the bar. Known for his signature mixology skills, he can read a customer’s mood as easily as a drink order, crafting beverages that comfort, energize, or knock you on your ass, depending on what you need.When he’s not pouring the perfect pint or polishing glasses, he’s checking on the chocobos outside, offering a scratch under the beak like the softie he pretends he’s not. Loyal, hardworking, and deeply devoted to the people he loves, Ymir has turned this little western-styled bake shop and bar into a welcoming home for travelers, locals, and anyone in need of a warm drink and warmer company.Specialties:
✔ Signature house whiskey blends
✔ Keeping the peace without raising his voice
✔ Filling in at any position when needed.

Andi - manager

Culinary Wildcard • Trusted Manager • Wine GuardianAndi is an odd one of the bunch, the kind of Au Ra who might be quiet one day, endlessly talkative the next, and then casually threaten to bake you into her next meal (lovingly, of course). No one at the Dirty Bird is ever quite sure which version of her will clock in for the shift.Despite the chaos, her heart is usually in the right place... usually. Sometimes it's hidden beneath a blunt comment, a deadpan stare, or a level of honesty that catches people completely off guard. Andi doesn't sugarcoat anything, which is ironic considering she spends most of her time surrounded by pastries. If you ask for her opinion, she'll give it to you, whether you're prepared to hear it or not.Over time, Ymir and Andi have had their fair share of disagreements. They've argued, bickered, and nearly driven each other up the wall more than once. But somewhere along the way, respect replaced frustration. Ymir came to recognize that beneath her sharp tongue was someone dependable, fiercely loyal, and willing to shoulder whatever burden the Dirty Bird needed. That trust eventually led him to promote her into management, knowing she'd protect the tavern as fiercely as she protected the people inside it.These days, Ymir doesn't just respect Andi, he genuinely values her perspective. She's one of the few people whose criticism he listens to without hesitation, because he knows it always comes from a place of honesty. Even if that honesty is occasionally delivered alongside a threat to turn him into tonight's special stew.Guests are advised to keep their fingers out of her workspace, avoid feeding her bread (it makes her cranky), and generally treat her like a slightly feral Coeurl. The staff learned those lessons the hard way. But if you're lucky enough to earn her trust, you'll discover someone who would go to extraordinary lengths for her friends, her coworkers, and the family they've built together at the Dirty Bird.And one final warning: do not disrespect her wine. That is the one rule she enforces without mercy.Specialties:
✔ Brutally honest commentary nobody asked for
✔ Threatening to bake coworkers into pastries (affectionately)
✔ Guarding the wine like a territorial Coeurl
✔ Keeping the Dirty Bird running, one chaotic shift at a time

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Ellie - server

Traveler at Heart • Lucky Gambler • Fresh FaceEllie Honeywell has always believed the world was meant to be explored.Born beneath the blazing sun of Thanalan, Ellie grew up dreaming of everything that lay beyond the desert. While others were content to settle into familiar routines, she found herself constantly looking toward the horizon, wondering what might be waiting just beyond it. The distant sound of a passing caravan, a story from a traveler, even a glimpse of unfamiliar people in the marketplace could leave her wondering where they had come from and where they might be headed next.Eventually, curiosity won.After years of saving every gil she could, Ellie finally gathered enough money to leave home and set out into the wider world. Life on the road suited her almost immediately. Every city offered something new to discover, every stranger had a story worth hearing, and every wrong turn somehow became an adventure of its own.Unfortunately, adventure is considerably less romantic when you realize you've started running out of money.Ellie's carefully saved fortune disappeared faster than she would have liked, and before long she found herself facing the unpleasant reality that wanderlust alone did not pay for food or lodging. Desperate, but still stubbornly optimistic, she wandered into the Gold Saucer and decided that perhaps fortune could solve the problem for her.It did not.What she did find was Mai.A chance conversation quickly turned into an introduction, which turned into several more introductions. First came Andi, whose blunt honesty Ellie found oddly comforting once she got used to it. Then came Ymir, who seemed to recognize something familiar in the Miqo'te: that restless desire to find somewhere in the world where she truly belonged.Before long, Ellie found herself welcomed into the wonderfully chaotic family that is the Dirty Bird.She's still learning the ropes, and Ellie approaches every shift with the same enthusiasm she once brought to traveling. She's eager to help, eager to learn, and almost dangerously eager to ask questions. Her curiosity can occasionally get the better of her, especially when something catches her attention. She has a habit of getting distracted by interesting conversations, unfamiliar sights, or anything remotely shiny before suddenly realizing she was supposed to be doing something else.Her ears tend to give her away, too.Ellie can try to look perfectly composed, but an excited ear flick, an alert tail, or the unmistakable expression of someone who has just spotted something interesting usually tells the truth long before she does.Despite her occasional misadventures, there's an earnestness to Ellie that makes her hard to stay annoyed with. She genuinely enjoys meeting people, hearing their stories, and making herself useful whenever she can. She's quick to laugh, quick to trust, and perhaps a little too willing to believe that the next questionable decision might somehow turn out wonderfully.For Ellie, the Dirty Bird became more than a place to earn a few gil.It became the first place since leaving Thanalan where she felt like she had stopped being a traveler passing through and started becoming part of something. The people she met there gave her something she hadn't realized she'd been searching for all along: a place she could return to.She still loves seeing the world. She still dreams about the next adventure. And she still has a suspicious tendency to think that maybe, just maybe, the next trip to the Gold Saucer will end differently.But these days, Ellie knows that the best treasures aren't necessarily the ones you win.Sometimes, they're the people who make you feel like you've finally found your way home.Guests are encouraged to say hello, share a story, point her toward the nearest adventure, and perhaps gently discourage her from visiting the nearest set of slot machines. She'll insist she's only playing one round. She is lying.Specialties:
✔ Turning complete strangers into new friends
✔ Finding adventure in places that probably didn't need any
✔ Asking "just one more question" (it is never just one)
✔ Communicating entirely too much with her ears and tail
✔ Remaining convinced that the next jackpot is absolutely, definitely the one

Belvexia - server

Sparkle Seeker • Starry-Eyed Dreamer • Free SpiritBelvexia is an Au Ra with a sharp tongue, a mischievous streak, and a remarkable talent for finding herself in situations that require a little quick thinking, and occasionally a very quick escape.She left her old home behind in search of something better, chasing the promise of a new life and a little adventure along the way. That journey eventually carried her to Eorzea, where she somehow went from wandering adventurer to Warrior of Light.It wasn't exactly the plan.Then again, Bel has never been one to turn down an adventure. If something catches her eye, there's a very good chance she's stopping to investigate—especially if it's pink, sparkly, or preferably both. And if something completely insane is happening nearby? Bel is probably already around the corner wondering what took everyone so long to invite her.She's witty, silly, endlessly curious, and always willing to embrace a little chaos. Beneath all of that, however, is someone fiercely loyal to the people she loves. Gods, monsters, or the end of the star itself—if her friends are facing it, Bel will be standing beside them.Eventually, her adventures brought her to Ellie, who introduced her to The Dirty Bird. Bel came for the company, stayed for the atmosphere, and quickly decided she'd stumbled into exactly the sort of place she belonged.Now she's perfectly happy spending her nights surrounded by good people, good drinks, plenty of laughter, and whatever completely avoidable disaster inevitably unfolds before closing time.Specialties:
✔ Getting distracted by anything pink, sparkly, or both
✔ Finding trouble even when there wasn't any to begin with
✔ Saying “This should be fine.” moments before all Seven Hells break loose

Serenity - server

Small in stature but impossible to overlook, Serenity brings a bright smile, a little sass, and a whole lot of heart to The Dirty Bird. A Seeker of the Sun with big, soulful eyes that have been known to make more than a few patrons forget their order, she has a natural way of making just about anyone feel like an old friend.Friendly, energetic, and always eager to lend a hand, Serenity thrives around people. Whether she’s carrying plates through a packed tavern, checking in on a guest who looks like they could use some company, or happily chatting away between orders, she brings an infectious warmth wherever she goes. Just don’t let the sweet demeanor fool you; there’s plenty of sass packed into that tiny Miqo’te frame.When she isn’t serving at The Dirty Bird on Sundays, there’s a good chance Serenity is tending to her ever-growing collection of plants, helping someone with their latest problem, or finding another excuse to socialize. Sweet-hearted, dependable, and wonderfully spirited, she’s exactly the kind of person who helps make The Dirty Bird feel less like a tavern and more like home.Specialties:
✔ Making strangers feel like regulars
✔ Serving food with a smile and just the right amount of sass
✔ Keeping plants and patrons happy

Sky - MArketing

Adventurous by nature and always looking for her next challenge, Sky brings boundless energy and a fearless spirit to The Dirty Bird. When she isn’t busy beating up whatever evil has decided to cause trouble across Eorzea, she’s usually traveling somewhere new, meeting new people, and somehow making friends everywhere she goes.That outgoing personality makes Sky a natural fit as The Dirty Bird’s resident marketing extraordinaire. Whether she’s spreading the word about the tavern, promoting the next big event, or making sure people across Eorzea know exactly where to find a good drink and even better company, Sky is always looking for new ways to bring people through the doors.Friendly, adventurous, and never one to shy away from a challenge, Sky might spend her days saving the realm—but she’ll still find time to make sure everyone knows what’s happening at The Dirty Bird.Specialties:✔ Spreading the word about The Dirty Bird
✔ Making friends wherever her adventures take her
✔ Fighting evil and empty taverns

Kraken - bard

With a smile that never seems to fade and a song for every occasion, Kraken Sekiyama brings life to The Dirty Bird one performance at a time. Raised in a town where music echoed through every festival, he discovered early that the stage was where he belonged. After traveling alongside a renowned idol duo and refining his craft through countless performances across Eorzea, he set out to create a name all his own. Along the way, his infectious positivity and remarkable talent caught the attention of Ymir, who quickly welcomed him into the Dirty Bird family as its newest bard.Whether he's filling the tavern with lively tunes, heartfelt ballads, or encouraging patrons to sing along after a few drinks, Kraken has a gift for turning strangers into friends and ordinary evenings into unforgettable memories. His performances are as much about the stories behind the songs as the music itself, and every journey inspires the next melody. Warm, charismatic, and endlessly optimistic, he's proof that sometimes the best thing a tavern can serve isn't a drink—it's a song that stays with you long after the night is over.Specialties:
✔ Live performances that bring the tavern to life
✔ Turning every crowd into a chorus
✔ Collecting stories across Eorzea and weaving them into song

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Mai - Hr

HR Rep • Party Starter • Gambling AddictThe moment Mai bounces into a room, the lights feel a little brighter. Effervescent, affectionate, and endlessly energetic, she’s the beating heart of The Dirty Bird, the kind of girl who can make friends with a rock, charm a grumpy patron into smiling, or convince half the tavern to join her in a late-night hot tub outing after closing hours.A fresh-faced Au Ra full of joy, Mai adores her friends and supports their dreams with the devotion of someone who believes wholeheartedly in the people she loves. Her enthusiasm is contagious, and somehow she always manages to remind everyone that life is a little more fun when you stop taking it so seriously.When Ymir first learned Mai had been hired as the tavern's HR representative, he was less than thrilled. His skepticism only grew after discovering she couldn't read... and didn't seem to actually do much HR work at all. Yet somewhere between the endless shenanigans, questionable paperwork, and daily banter, the two built a friendship he wouldn't trade for the world. These days it's tradition for Ymir to greet her arrival with some sarcastic jab about labor violations or asking if she's actually planning to work today, while Mai fires something equally ridiculous right back. It wouldn't feel like a proper shift without it.She has a soft spot for games of chance, glittering drinks, and anything involving pools, beaches, or a party. If there's a celebration happening, chances are Mai either planned it... or accidentally started it.Specialties:
✔ Yelling at slot machines she swears are skill-based
✔ Keeping morale sky-high
✔ Filing absolutely no useful HR paperwork whatsoever
✔ Trading daily banter with Ymir like it's part of her job description

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SPOOPY - Ghost

Mascot • Professional Lurker • Tiny Tavern LegendNo one can say exactly when Spoopy Loopy became part of the Dirty Bird. One day she simply... appeared. Since then, she's claimed a permanent perch above the bar, quietly watching the tavern with wide Lalafell eyes and occasionally blessing the room with her iconic, perfectly timed "Wah."Spoopy isn't one for long conversations. She prefers to observe. From her lofty perch she witnesses every dramatic confession, every questionable drink order, every kitchen disaster, and every spectacularly bad gambling decision without ever seeming surprised. Somehow, despite saying almost nothing, she always seems to know exactly what's happening before everyone else does.Her mysterious habits certainly don't help her reputation. No one ever seems to catch her arriving. No one remembers seeing her leave. If you look away for even a second, she's somehow somewhere else. Ask the staff where she came from and you'll get a dozen different answers, none of them convincing.Ymir, however, has settled on what he believes is the only logical explanation."Spoopy's a ghost."The rest of the staff has stopped trying to convince him otherwise.It doesn't matter how many times Spoopy waves at him, accepts a drink, or casually wanders around the tavern. Ymir remains absolutely convinced she's the friendliest haunted Lalafell in Eorzea. Every shift begins with him happily greeting her as if she's floated in through the walls, and every closing ends with him wishing his "favorite ghost" a safe journey back to... wherever ghosts go. Spoopy has never corrected him. If anything, she seems to enjoy watching him explain his ghost theory to confused newcomers.Whether she's a spirit, an unusually stealthy Lalafell, or something else entirely, one thing is certain: the Dirty Bird wouldn't feel complete without its tiniest guardian watching over the bar.Specialties:
✔ Materializing above the bar with suspiciously ghost-like timing
✔ Delivering the legendary "Wah" exactly when you least expect it
✔ Accidentally encouraging Ymir's increasingly elaborate ghost theories
✔ Quietly boosting everyone's morale just by being there... probably

BAR

🍺 Draft Ale
Pulled fresh from our wandering-caravan barrels.🌻 Dandelion Wine
Straight from our friends at Dawn Winery. Pairs perfectly with all our baked goods.🍑 Risque’s Peach Outlaw
A smooth blend of whiskey, peach nectar, and a splash of lemon, finished with a touch of honey. Sweet enough to charm you, strong enough to rob your better judgment.🍋 Spoopy’s Loopy Lemon Drop
A shot that does exactly what it’s meant to do. One sip brings out the wah in everyone.🍹 Mai’s Mai Tai
Fruity, colorful, tropical chaos in a cup. The perfect mix of sweet and strong.
(Unlike the mean lizard — Ymir’s words.)🧃 Tiny's Juice Box – Vodka, white rum, peach nectar, orange juice, pineapple juice, cranberry juice, apple juice, lemon juice, lime juice, and a splash of grenadine. Sweet, fruity, and dangerously easy to drink. Looks like a juice box... definitely isn't.🍋 Zero’s Hard Lemonade
A dangerously refreshing blend of vodka, fresh-squeezed lemon juice, simple syrup, and sparkling lemonade, poured over ice and finished with a lemon wheel.

LOUNGE

Lounge Menu☕ Coffee
Freshly brewed Eorzean roast.🍫 Hot Chocolate
Rich Gridanian cocoa with fluffy whipped cream.🥛 Latte
Steamed milk blended with bold espresso.⚡ Espresso
A sharp, invigorating shot for adventurers on the go.🍷 Wines🌻 Dandelion Wine
A Dawn Winery staple. Pairs perfectly with the desserts of the lounge.🧃 Non-Alcoholic🍎 Apple Juice
Sweet orchard blend from the Black Shroud.🍊 Orange Juice
Bright, sun-kissed Limsa citrus served chilled.

FOOD

🥐 Baked Goods🐟 Pastry Fish
A crispy, sweet, iconic Eorzean classic. Ymir’s personal addiction.🍰 Rolanberry Cheesecake
Nyx’s personal favorite! Rich cheesecake topped with rolanberry compote on a graham crust.🍃 Matte Cookie
Mate leaves kneaded into dough for wonderfully fragrant cookies.🍌 Banana Ponzecake
A poundcake infused with banana and aloe. The aroma alone will make you salivate.🍽️ TAVERN EATS🌮 Asada Tacos
Strait from Shaalonai. Ymir has perfected the perfect taco recipe.🍲 Gridanian Forest Stew
Slow-cooked root vegetables, herbs, and tender cuts of meat.🍢 Tuna Skewers (Limsa Style)
Seared tuna glazed with bright coastal citrus.🍕 Slice of Chocoroni's Pizza
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