Nicholas Mar'tel

[Nicholas Mar'tel]

Nicholas Mar'tel Basic Information Race: Akalak Birthday & Age: Born the 8th of Fall 434 AV(74 years old) Gender: Male Physical Description Nicholas stands at 213 cm(6.9 feet), and he weighs 112 kg (245 pound), this makes him a very imposing man. As all Akalak, Nicholas is in very good shape, and takes care of his body. As a swordsman oils his blade, so must Nicholas stay in shape. Even though he is muscular, he seems to be lithe as well, and the fighting style he employs focuses more on agility than brute force. He has several scars on his upper body, but none seem to have ever been serious wounds, they all come from his many fights. As most Akalak, he has no body hair, but he has no hair on his head either. Nicholas’ eyes are black, and his weathered face makes them seem harsher than they are. Character Concept Nicholas is harsh and stoic man, and he is a fervent worshipper of Wysar and Akajia, and while many Akalak are bothered by their dark halves, Nicholas has chosen to use it. Through discipline he has not subjugated his other personalia, but willingly releases control in some situations, trying to understand his other half, and his dark brother’s ferocity in battle has served him well many times. Still, when provoked enough, or in great emotional or physical pain, he can’t keep control either. Nicholas believes that everyone has a place in society, and that no one should attempt to rise above his station, but also that everyone is equally important. Without the warrior, there is no one to protect, but without the smith there is no one to make his weapons and armour, and without the miner there is no one to gather ore for the smith. Nicholas also believes that in this time, there needs to be someone to help people find their role, because without a role there is no purpose, and without a purpose you don’t really live. Nicholas is however troubled, that he cannot find a purpose for himself. Character History Nicholas was born in Riverfall, the second son of his very lucky father with a Drykas Nakivak. From an early age he showed exceptional interest and skill in the arts of unarmed combat, but he never had any friends. His older brother was more of a craftsman and was both merry and social, following in the steps of his father. Nicholas never had any interest in it, and would rather spend his time trying to improve his fighting skills. Nicholas, fiteen and still friendless, was surprised to find himself invited to hunt with three other boys. He accepted, and they all set out for their Rite of Trial. The hunt took four days, and all returned unscathed, but Nicholas seemed harder than ever before. Unsurprisingly he announced that he would be a warrior. His father was extremely proud, two of his sons lived, one a jewel crafter and one a warrior, but he worried on behalf of Nicholas, as he grew ever more reclusive, never talking to anyone except his father. When Nicholas was 24, he realized that he could not suppress his other half and he became worried that it might take control, and he would end up a Cerulean. Refusing to let it happen, he decided that he would strike a balance between them, and use his dark brother’s ferocity. At this time he also became even more devout, worshipping both Wysar and Akajia, the only two who he felt could help him gain enough control. For the next few decades he tried to control himself, and this training served him well when he was to undertake his Rite of Manhood. He had cornered the Zith, and he knew well that a cornered beast is extremely dangerous, and at night, without him expecting it, the Zith counter-attacked, charging him in the dark. It was a ferocious battle that followed, and when the Zith was certain it had won the battle, Nicholas willingly let his darker brother out, and his ferocity drove the Zith back. Nicholas pursued, once again cornering it, but this time he attacked the wounded Zith, and in a flurry of blows from both his fists, feet and Lakan, he killed the Zith. The next morning, Nicholas noticed the severity of his wounds, with several deep wounds and some broken bones. Limping back towards Riverfall, with only pieces of cloth as bandages, he almost collapsed at the gates, and was immediately taken to the infirmary. It took two months until he could run again, but he had completed the Rite, and he was officially a man. It was during this time that he realized that the “darker” half was not a curse, but a gift, it was only hard to control, but he swore before both Wysar, Akajia and all the other Gods that he would succeed in doing so. As the decades passed, Nicholas grew to be a very devout and very skilled warrior, but the only man he could speak to without getting in a fight was his father, and when he died, Nicholas was heartbroken. For the next few months he would fight with his brother, now the oldest member of their family, claiming that he didn’t honour their father, and his brother said Nicholas was a disgrace who hadn’t gotten a wife or a child even though he was over 70 years old, he himself had impregnated a Kelvic. It didn’t take long until he no longer spoke with his brother, and Nicholas started venturing out of Riverfall more often. It was during these ventures that he heard about The Syliran Knights and how they were forming a society. This would be Nicholas’ purpose, he told himself, and one day he packed up and left Riverfall without a word, for there was no one there he would speak with.

[Nicholas Mar'tel]

Training (Skills, Arcana, Gnosis, Lore)   Skills Unarmed Combat – 30/100 (+10 Racial bonus, +20 Starting Package) Weapon, Lakan – 10/100 (+10 Starting Package) Wilderness survival – 10/100 (+10 Starting Package) Stealth – 10/100 (+10 Starting Package)   Lore The Geography of Sylira - A map of the Sylira region Of Wysar and Akajia - A book describing the two gods and their relationship   Gnosis None   Languages Tukant - Fluent Common - Fluent

[Nicholas Mar'tel]

Equipment and Possessions 1 pair of linen pants, 1 pair of soft leather boots, 1 shirt of dark green wool, 1 feathered cloak 1 Lakan 1 Waterskin 1 Backpack which contains: 1 Set of Toiletries (comb, brush, razor, soap) Food for a week or 1 bottle of embalming fluid (for Nuits) 1 eating knife Flint & Steel 1 large tent (4 person), large tarp, 100 ft of rope, flint & steel, lantern, 2 torches, bedroll, blanket, fishing tackle & hooks, a riding horse, a full set of tack, and a large set of saddlebags 1 Zavian horse Ledger 100 GM

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General Information : 1. What is your Name? - Nicholas Mar'tel. 2. Do you go by a nickname or pet name? - No. 3. How old are you? - I am 72 years old. 4. What is your height? - I am 213 cm(6.9 feet) high. 5. What is your weight? - I weigh 12 kg (245 pound) Aesthetics : 1. Describe yourself as you see yourself. - 2. Describe yourself as others typically see you. - 3. What is your favorite body feature? - My hands 4. How physically fit are you? - Very, my body is my weapon 5. How do you typically dress and what is your style? - I prefer light clothing, it is easier to fight in Family : 1. Who are your parents and what are they like? - My mother was a Nakivak, my father was the only man who did not call me a danger. 2. Do you have any brothers or sisters? - I have a brother. 3. What is your extended family like? - I don't know of any extended family. 4. Do you consider close friends as important or more/less important than family? - I have no close friends. 5. Do you treat animals like family? - No. They have their place, and I have mine, and my place is to hunt them Location : 1. Where were you born? - In Riverfall 2. Where do you live now? - In Syliras 3. If you could live anywhere in Mizahar where would that be? - It is not the location that matters, but the people who live there. 4. Do you have a favorite place to vacation or spend leisure time? - No. 5. Where do you fear to be? - No where. Traits : 1. Do you have any physical weaknesses (disease, scars, and missing limbs?) - I have scars, but they do not hinder me. 2. Are you right handed or left handed? - I can use bother. 3. What languages do you speak? What do you sound like? Do you have an accent? - I speak Tukant and Common fluently, but with a slight accent to my Common. 4. Do you have any odd mannerisms, annoying habits, or other defining characteristics? - 5. Do you have (or want to get) any tattoos or piercing? Why do you have them (or will get them) ? - No. Occupations : 1. What is your occupation? - I am a Squire in the Syliran Knights. 2. Do you like/dislike your work? Why? - 3. If you could be anything you wanted to, what would you be? - Wysar's champion. 4. What occupation do you admire the most? Why? - All occupations are as important. 5. What occupation do you least like? Why? - All occupations are as important, but there are those that consider stealing an occupation, but they are wrong. Childhood : 1. What sort of child were you? - I was quiet, obedient, competative and never liked the other children. 2. What is your favorite memory from childhood? - When I watched the warrior spar. 3. What is your worst memory from childhood? - 4. What sort of relationship did you have with your parents? - I never knew my mother, but I had a good relationship with my father. 5. Who was your most influential rolemodel? - My father, and Wysar. Education : 1. What sort of education do you have? - I have been trained as a warrior, and my father taught me how to read. 2. Do you like/dislike learning? - I like it, it helps me understand the world. 3. Where or how did you learn most of your skills/abilities? - By the trainers in Riverfall. 4. How do you learn best? - 5. What are your educational goals for the future? - Right now, it is to become a Syliran Knight. Relationships : 1. Do you form close bonds with people? Why? Why not? - I have never formed close bonds with people, because I have never found anyone worthy of it. 2. Do you trust people easily? If not, why not? - A person must earn trust, so I suppose some would say no. 3. Do you consider yourself straight, gay, bi, or something else? - I am straight, anything else would be an insult to my race. 4. Have you ever been kissed? If so, describe the first time. - I have been kissed, but the rest is not anyone's business. 5. Have you ever had sex? If so, describe the first time. - That is private. Drugs and Alcohol : 1. Have you ever been drunk? If so, describe your first time. - I have never been drunk. 2. Do you like to drink on a regular basis? - No, I drink only very rarely. 3. What sort of alcohol do you prefer? - I prefer wine. 4. Have you ever tried drugs (mood altering substances)? If so, which kinds and what did you think of them? - No. 5. What do you think of drugs and alcohol? Be specific. - Likes and Dislikes : 1. What are your hobbies? - To train. 2. Do you like to read? - I do. 3. What annoys you more than anything else? - People who never contribute to society, and who think they are above everyone else. 4. What do you find the most relaxing activity to do? - When I can be alone, praying. 5. What kinds of things embarrass you? Why? - Favorites : 1. What is your favorite color or colors? - My favorite colour is yellow. 2. What is your favorite time of day? - Night. 3. What is the most beautiful thing you’ve ever seen? - That... is none of your business. 4. What do you like to eat? What do you hate to eat? - I eat anything, but I have always liked fish. 5. What is your favorite type of weather? Does any kind scare you?[ - I like it when the sky is clear, and no, no weather scares me./spoiler] [spoiler=Outlook]1. Are you optimistic or pessimistic? - I am a realist. 2. What are your religious views? - I worship the Father and Mother my my race, Wysar and Akajia. 3. Would you be able to kill? - Yes. With my body. 4. What are your views on sex? - I have no particular views on it. 5. What, in your opinion, makes a successful life? - Purpose. Life without a purpose is hollow, empty. Actions : 1. What is the worst and best thing you’ve ever done? - 2. What is your greatest regret? 3. What is your best/worst memory? 4. If you could change one thing about your past, what would it be and why? 5. What are you the most proud of doing in your life? Emotions : 1. How honest are you about your thoughts and feelings with others? 2. Do you have any biases or prejudices? 3. What makes you happy? 4. Who or what, if anything, would you die for? 5. What makes you angry? Relationships : 1. In general, how do you treat others? 2. Who is the most important person in your life, and why? 3. Who is the person you respect the most, and why? 4. Do you have a spouse or significant other? If not, describe an ideal lover. 5. Do you trust anyone to protect you? Who, and why Group Situations : 1. Do you tend to argue with people, or avoid conflict? 2. Do you tend to take on leadership roles in social situations? 3. Do you like interacting with large groups of people? Why or why not? 4. Do you care what others think of you? 5. What do you think of others, in general? Self Image : 1. What is your greatest strength as a person? 2. What is your greatest weakness? 3. If you could change one thing about yourself, what would it be? 4. Are you generally introverted or extroverted? 5. Are you generally organized or messy? Beliefs : 1. What God or Goddess do you find most appealing, if any? - Wysar and Akajia, the Father and Mother of my race. It is obvious. 2. Which God or Goddess do you fear, if any? 3. Do you have any Gnosis Marks? If so, how did you receive them? 4. What lengths would you go to to please your deity? 5. Where do you draw the line at pleasing your deity? What is too much? Life & Death : 1. What do you absolutely live for? 2. What is the best part of life? 3. What is the best part of death? 4. If you could choose, how would you want to die? 5. What is the one thing for which you would most like to be remembered after your death?