[@Gowi] I think I'll transfer to House Blackwater. It'll probably be a little easier to write IC as well, because I can tailor him more to my real personality. Will the name still be an issue, or is it OK because he's a prince and royalty usually have more fanciful names?

And some info on the danger in the northern areas would be greatly appreciated. What kind of animal or monster would attack him in the forest/woodlands, and what larger animal/monster would try to steal its meal?