Ivan Dark
The Villain Redemption Arc
~INTRODUCTIONS~
"We've come a long way from home, haven't we Andrius?"
Brenn'an Hufēng: Sa'heul
Human
Spellblade/Trickster
<<><- Gold I -><>>
Spirit | Fire
BASE STAT TOTAL: 500
STR: ( 25 )
MAG: ( 175 )
AGI: ( 125 )
DEX: ( 0 )
CON: ( 50 )
FOR: ( 125 )
"Where I- I mean, where we come from, it is a place of wild gods. Where we come from, magic was measured by the title bestowed by these gods when you were born and by the oath you placed upon yourself in their service. Sa'heul and Kalivann. Sa'heul was a serene wild god, dedicated to flow, chaos, and the expansion of all things. Though he offered safety through tranquility and pleasure, those corrupted by his influence were subject to depravity and sloth. Kalivann was the iron-fisted wild goddess. It was under her oath that Andrius' kingdom grew to great might and order at the cost of the people, shattered by predation of the strong over the weak.
I was one of them. The weak.
The kingdom, ruined by Kalivann's excessive influence, had become one of war and bloodlust.
And now, it's not.
Honestly, the rest of its history is a blur ever since I met Andrius.
A lion brought low by his vizier and the sins of his father, forced to continue their oath to bloodshed and tyranny. That day that he picked me... the day Andrius picked me...
It was a cry for help.
Scared and alone on his father's soil, I was taken into Andrius's service, I would accompany him on campaigns to quell rebellions and conquer nearby cities. And, through it all, I could see her in his eyes.
Kalivann had chosen him.
But as she had her champion, Sa'heul had his own, though it tore his heart to see me rise.
Years of tears had kept me sane with Sa'heul's power coursing through me, fighting not just to free the continent... but also the man I loved.
And, judging by the outcome, I'd say I've done well!
Kalivann was purged from Andrius's body and the world knew one less god.
It was the first time I was ever crowned king of anything,
and I hated it.
And so, against my oath to Sa'heul, I would bestow the crown to Andrius's younger brother; I had never seen a young boy so terrified!
But, over the years, as Andrius atoned for his bloodline oath and his brother grew into his role, I sensed my time in their story was over, and mine would continue.
But not alone.
-Brennan Profile
"You'll have no better home than in your husband's arms, Brennan!"
Andrius Mistlethaw: Sa'heul
Human
Bastion/Sniper/Bow-Knight
<<><- Gold I -><>>
Body | Darkness
BASE STAT TOTAL: 500
STR: ( 225 )
MAG: ( 0 )
AGI: ( 150 )
DEX: ( 0 )
CON: ( 120), (20 from Rumors Event)
FOR: ( 25 )
"Our bloodline was one lionized with Kalivann's grace upon our altars and it was through her whispers that I felt powerful. Abiding by my father and that twisted warlock's orders, I felt the endless splatters of blood soil my hands.
Until I met Brennan.
I knew what I was getting when I enlisted him into my service:
quite the charming lad! Though he never spoke much.
Brilliant, full of surprises...
Amazing in bed hehe..."
I hated him.
So curious and carefree. I wanted to be the slavemaster that stripped his innocence from him.
I abused him. The many times I've bruised his fair skin... The many times I've clasped my hands around his throat...
...
But the further I pushed him, the more he fought back, fought my men right back against the palace gates, fought me back against the tapestry in the throne room.
Strength's a funny thing, see; that's what Kalivann was blind to. She underestimated him, as I did. And so, I lost. The throne, the kingdom, everything. Ended up locked behind bars for two years. And the day I was brought back to the throne, I could see him. Tears in his eyes.
...
It's... all be cause he missed me so mu-"
"He's the little spoon."
"Sa'heul damn it, Brennan! I can't have my dignity intact?"
"Not a single shred, especially after trying to turn that story around. You've atoned for your father's sins, but we've still a long way to go. You belong to me now, remember?"
"Aye! I remember my oaths! To my country, to Sa'heul, and to you, love."
"No longer. No longer will any harm come to you."
I swear it.
-Andrius Profile
~Synopsis~
Brennan and Andrius are veteran fighters. While their time in the guild hall has been brief and their wherefromabouts are questionable, their great experience has earned them the right to stand amongst gold ranked guild members. The journey they had been through together was quite literally a campaign all on its own. And now, far from home, their foreign battle techniques have caught the guild's eye. This is not their first day in the thick of things, but they sure don't seem to know anyone here. Aside from being polite to the other guild members, it often seems like it's more like an extended vacation to them, just... with more at stake.
Regardless, they had come together to Solmar to start their new journey together, one of new experiences and growth.
I plan to expand on Andrius's kingdom and the history of Brennan's short reign after usurping the tyrant bloodline. I also will likely expand on the wild gods as well to fit in with the existing lore. Please let me know if anything would have to be changed with these two and hopefully we can get this integrated into continent off of Solmar.
"We've come a long way from home, haven't we Andrius?"
Brenn'an Hufēng: Sa'heul
Human
Spellblade/Trickster
<<><- Gold I -><>>
Spirit | Fire
BASE STAT TOTAL: 500
STR: ( 25 )
MAG: ( 175 )
AGI: ( 125 )
DEX: ( 0 )
CON: ( 50 )
FOR: ( 125 )
"Where I- I mean, where we come from, it is a place of wild gods. Where we come from, magic was measured by the title bestowed by these gods when you were born and by the oath you placed upon yourself in their service. Sa'heul and Kalivann. Sa'heul was a serene wild god, dedicated to flow, chaos, and the expansion of all things. Though he offered safety through tranquility and pleasure, those corrupted by his influence were subject to depravity and sloth. Kalivann was the iron-fisted wild goddess. It was under her oath that Andrius' kingdom grew to great might and order at the cost of the people, shattered by predation of the strong over the weak.
I was one of them. The weak.
The kingdom, ruined by Kalivann's excessive influence, had become one of war and bloodlust.
And now, it's not.
Honestly, the rest of its history is a blur ever since I met Andrius.
A lion brought low by his vizier and the sins of his father, forced to continue their oath to bloodshed and tyranny. That day that he picked me... the day Andrius picked me...
It was a cry for help.
Scared and alone on his father's soil, I was taken into Andrius's service, I would accompany him on campaigns to quell rebellions and conquer nearby cities. And, through it all, I could see her in his eyes.
Kalivann had chosen him.
But as she had her champion, Sa'heul had his own, though it tore his heart to see me rise.
Years of tears had kept me sane with Sa'heul's power coursing through me, fighting not just to free the continent... but also the man I loved.
And, judging by the outcome, I'd say I've done well!
Kalivann was purged from Andrius's body and the world knew one less god.
It was the first time I was ever crowned king of anything,
and I hated it.
And so, against my oath to Sa'heul, I would bestow the crown to Andrius's younger brother; I had never seen a young boy so terrified!
But, over the years, as Andrius atoned for his bloodline oath and his brother grew into his role, I sensed my time in their story was over, and mine would continue.
But not alone.
Brennan is a 27-year-old male. Standing at 5'9" his well-toned, slender frame is hardly noticeable under his chest plate, shrouded by a noble-looking longcoat, its collar lined with fur. Improving his mobility, shoulder guards, bracers and boots he wears brandish the symbols of an occult origin, likely to some wild god unknown to the denizens of Lantana. While most weapons were foreign to him upon arriving on the continent, one appears to have caught his eye. Wielding spiritual fire in his off hand, he uses a rapier to parry and strike as he summons columns and bursts of white flame. With snake-like agility, Brennan observes his foes from a safe distance, weaving in and out of striking range with safe thrusts of his rapier and small flickers of spiritual fire. He aims to draw the opponent in, only to overwhelm them with a flurry of interwoven spells and steel, leaving no room to breathe as he piles on ever-growing pressure.
Tapping into his oath to Sa'heul, Brennan's spiritual and fire affinities come in the form of spiritual fire. Unlike elemental fire, it excels in both dealing elemental damage at initial strike, while also eating at the foes' mana as it burns. In addition, its spiritual properties allow it to deal damage to incorporeal beings, which would otherwise be unaffected by elemental fire (thanks Sylph !). Fitting with his spiritual fire ability, Brennan's ability to damage otherworldly beings allows him to exorcise dark curses and other such beings that can possess or control objects and living beings, this comes from sending spiritual fire through the possessed object in order to force the entity out. Unconventional for a spellcaster in Solmar, this means that Brennan is able to chip away at his opponent no matter what defenses they may have, be it physical, magical, or spiritual.
Overall, Brennan's role as a spellblade/trickster is designed with mid to close-ranged fighting in mind, able to weave in and out of the foe's attack range to fire off bursts of attacks with either his sword or spells. While he is fairly quick on his own, his ability to cast small spells and act in unison as opposed to casting more powerful spells makes him a more tenacious adversary than conventional mages when confronted with physical threats. In a one-on-one duel, he is most certainly a threat to his foe, no matter living beast or entity they may be.
Trivia Tid-bits:
Tapping into his oath to Sa'heul, Brennan's spiritual and fire affinities come in the form of spiritual fire. Unlike elemental fire, it excels in both dealing elemental damage at initial strike, while also eating at the foes' mana as it burns. In addition, its spiritual properties allow it to deal damage to incorporeal beings, which would otherwise be unaffected by elemental fire (thanks Sylph !). Fitting with his spiritual fire ability, Brennan's ability to damage otherworldly beings allows him to exorcise dark curses and other such beings that can possess or control objects and living beings, this comes from sending spiritual fire through the possessed object in order to force the entity out. Unconventional for a spellcaster in Solmar, this means that Brennan is able to chip away at his opponent no matter what defenses they may have, be it physical, magical, or spiritual.
Overall, Brennan's role as a spellblade/trickster is designed with mid to close-ranged fighting in mind, able to weave in and out of the foe's attack range to fire off bursts of attacks with either his sword or spells. While he is fairly quick on his own, his ability to cast small spells and act in unison as opposed to casting more powerful spells makes him a more tenacious adversary than conventional mages when confronted with physical threats. In a one-on-one duel, he is most certainly a threat to his foe, no matter living beast or entity they may be.
Trivia Tid-bits:
- Often feels as if he is staring right through you during conversations; don't worry, he's listening!
- Outright falls asleep when he gets bored.
- On ice or anything slick, he seems to have perfect balance. Taking a single step leads to him sliding the rest of the way without stumbling.
- Often "fashionably" late to meetings and gatherings.
- Despite his cold, expressionless gaze, his face melts into a smile effortlessly when he speaks to dear friends and clients.
- Holds Andrius hostage in bed during mornings. He is the big spoon.
- A very light drinker. Becomes extremely sociable and excitable when drunk.
- Occasionally "borrows" things, but returns them unscathed and perhaps even polished or refurbished.
- The best scary story teller at the campfire.
- When serious/angry, he flips a switch and goes from agreeable and polite to toxic and direct.
- Outright falls asleep when he gets bored.
- On ice or anything slick, he seems to have perfect balance. Taking a single step leads to him sliding the rest of the way without stumbling.
- Often "fashionably" late to meetings and gatherings.
- Despite his cold, expressionless gaze, his face melts into a smile effortlessly when he speaks to dear friends and clients.
- Holds Andrius hostage in bed during mornings. He is the big spoon.
- A very light drinker. Becomes extremely sociable and excitable when drunk.
- Occasionally "borrows" things, but returns them unscathed and perhaps even polished or refurbished.
- The best scary story teller at the campfire.
- When serious/angry, he flips a switch and goes from agreeable and polite to toxic and direct.
"You'll have no better home than in your husband's arms, Brennan!"
Andrius Mistlethaw: Sa'heul
Human
Bastion/Sniper/Bow-Knight
<<><- Gold I -><>>
Body | Darkness
BASE STAT TOTAL: 500
STR: ( 225 )
MAG: ( 0 )
AGI: ( 150 )
DEX: ( 0 )
CON: ( 120), (20 from Rumors Event)
FOR: ( 25 )
"Our bloodline was one lionized with Kalivann's grace upon our altars and it was through her whispers that I felt powerful. Abiding by my father and that twisted warlock's orders, I felt the endless splatters of blood soil my hands.
Until I met Brennan.
I knew what I was getting when I enlisted him into my service:
quite the charming lad! Though he never spoke much.
Brilliant, full of surprises...
Amazing in bed hehe..."
I hated him.
So curious and carefree. I wanted to be the slavemaster that stripped his innocence from him.
I abused him. The many times I've bruised his fair skin... The many times I've clasped my hands around his throat...
...
But the further I pushed him, the more he fought back, fought my men right back against the palace gates, fought me back against the tapestry in the throne room.
Strength's a funny thing, see; that's what Kalivann was blind to. She underestimated him, as I did. And so, I lost. The throne, the kingdom, everything. Ended up locked behind bars for two years. And the day I was brought back to the throne, I could see him. Tears in his eyes.
...
It's... all be cause he missed me so mu-"
"He's the little spoon."
"Sa'heul damn it, Brennan! I can't have my dignity intact?"
"Not a single shred, especially after trying to turn that story around. You've atoned for your father's sins, but we've still a long way to go. You belong to me now, remember?"
"Aye! I remember my oaths! To my country, to Sa'heul, and to you, love."
"No longer. No longer will any harm come to you."
I swear it.
Andrius is a 29-year-old male. Standing at 6'2" he towers above most commonfolk with a noble air that's somewhat wild, only accentuated by his rugged, charming smile and mischievous habits. Even beneath his full plate, heavy, defined muscle seeps through the cloth, implying the extent of his strength. While at his side sits a simple longsword and upon his back is a meager kite shield, his greatest weapon is usually in hand for all to see: the great warbow of the bastions. Almost a ballista all on its own, it can be seen from a simple glance that its draw was meant only for Andrius. Made from a strange, thick metal, the bow is meant to be mounted as Andrius fires, loosing great, barbed arrows that make even full plate armor crumble under their power. Loosed by a beast like Andrius, they're bound to do serious damage to their foe and perhaps even the foes behind that foe! Armored himself, Andrius is a threat on the battlefield that can't be ignored, closing distance in the blink of an eye a black spears of fury.
Even in close combat, Andrius's strength makes him a daunting enemy. Just as proficient with his longsword and shield, he dispatches closer foes around his mounted bow with athleticism that betrays the thickness of his plate.
And yet, all this is only enhanced further from the remnants of dark power bestowed upon him by Kalivann. As a parting gift, the expelled wild goddess had allowed Andrius to hold onto a fraction of her power. Able to wield mere glimpses of darkness, Andrius's bare minimum in magic aids him in concealing his presence in combat, allowing him to pick off foes who favor more noticeable targets.
Overall, Andrius is a bastion/sniper class, designed as an immobile, ranged tank that picks off targets while able to hold their own against groups of enemies with mighty ranged damage.
Even in close combat, Andrius's strength makes him a daunting enemy. Just as proficient with his longsword and shield, he dispatches closer foes around his mounted bow with athleticism that betrays the thickness of his plate.
And yet, all this is only enhanced further from the remnants of dark power bestowed upon him by Kalivann. As a parting gift, the expelled wild goddess had allowed Andrius to hold onto a fraction of her power. Able to wield mere glimpses of darkness, Andrius's bare minimum in magic aids him in concealing his presence in combat, allowing him to pick off foes who favor more noticeable targets.
Overall, Andrius is a bastion/sniper class, designed as an immobile, ranged tank that picks off targets while able to hold their own against groups of enemies with mighty ranged damage.
Trivia Tid-bits:
- He's not shy about telling you if he find you attractive. At all. Hopefully Brennan's around.
- He only wears his plate armor on missions, most of the time you will find him in a simple, black long shirt and trousers when out and about Lantana.
- Gets randy/frisky after a few barrels of ale. Hopefully Brennan's NOT around.
- His temper flares pretty easily, other than that, he's a generally upbeat fellow.
- Can be found feeding local dogs and cats.
- Wakes up in the middle of every night to meditate and stare at a wall, then falls back asleep.
- Extremely protective of Brennan. Sa'heul forbid you flirt with his man.
- Very fond of sweets.
- Will mock you in a baby voice if he doesn't take you seriously.
- Will gladly show off with trick shots he knows if you ask.
- He's not shy about telling you if he find you attractive. At all. Hopefully Brennan's around.
- He only wears his plate armor on missions, most of the time you will find him in a simple, black long shirt and trousers when out and about Lantana.
- Gets randy/frisky after a few barrels of ale. Hopefully Brennan's NOT around.
- His temper flares pretty easily, other than that, he's a generally upbeat fellow.
- Can be found feeding local dogs and cats.
- Wakes up in the middle of every night to meditate and stare at a wall, then falls back asleep.
- Extremely protective of Brennan. Sa'heul forbid you flirt with his man.
- Very fond of sweets.
- Will mock you in a baby voice if he doesn't take you seriously.
- Will gladly show off with trick shots he knows if you ask.
~Synopsis~
Brennan and Andrius are veteran fighters. While their time in the guild hall has been brief and their wherefromabouts are questionable, their great experience has earned them the right to stand amongst gold ranked guild members. The journey they had been through together was quite literally a campaign all on its own. And now, far from home, their foreign battle techniques have caught the guild's eye. This is not their first day in the thick of things, but they sure don't seem to know anyone here. Aside from being polite to the other guild members, it often seems like it's more like an extended vacation to them, just... with more at stake.
Regardless, they had come together to Solmar to start their new journey together, one of new experiences and growth.
I plan to expand on Andrius's kingdom and the history of Brennan's short reign after usurping the tyrant bloodline. I also will likely expand on the wild gods as well to fit in with the existing lore. Please let me know if anything would have to be changed with these two and hopefully we can get this integrated into continent off of Solmar.
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