[center] [img]https://s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com/236x/1a/33/0f/1a330f78e521e18533cfed8a233cecf8.jpg[/img] [h1]Carver "Swift Colossus" Pentaghast [i]Main[/i][/h1] [i][color=00aeef]"My superior told me, 'Swift Colossus! That's your warrior title,' but I told him I was upset that they didn't named me 'Carver the Carver.' Carver, as in carving through enemies. He laughed at me, and I did 200 pushups. It was worth it." [/color][/i] -Age: 42 -Height: 6' 3" -Weight: 200 lbs [h2]Clothing[/h2] [i][color=00aeef]"These looks nice, don't they? Too bad that's all they're good for." [/color][/i] Normal See image. The armor he wears is light and is mostly for show, and would not hold up in combat much better than studded leather armor. [i][color=00aeef]"Ah how I miss the glory days. My back, however, does not feel the same sentiment."[/color][/i] Battle Gear Carver rarely adorns any battle gear anymore, as he did his duty as a soldier and no longer fights in wars. However, this does not stop Carver from pushing himself and practicing his skills with the royal guard. His weapon of choice is a broadsword, to which he used to be able to move with much agility when he was in his prime. However, as he is older and out of actual practice, he is somewhat clunky with it, and has moved on to try and master the long sword. He wears plate mail when he has to fight. [h2]Biography:[/h2] [i][color=00aeef]"Ah, youth. How I long to go back to it."[/color][/i] Carver was son of a Dec and lived a fantastic life as a young child. He received excellent schooling and top notch combat training. He excelled in both fields and this trend continued onto his military career, where he joined the army at the age of 14. He wasn't deployed onto the border against the north until 18, and that is where he made a name for himself. [i][color=00aeef]"The border was so boring. I spent most of my days counting grains of sand in the desert. Which I counted all of. Twice."[/color][/i] Carver's first two years on the border was nothing eventful. It was mostly keeping bandits and thieves out of Praelium. But one night when Carver was watching post at the end of his 2nd year on patrol, he noticed an usual light in the distance. He pulled out his spyglass and saw in distance something the size of a large battalion, headed straight towards them. He immediately sounded an alarm and readied his weaponry for battle. However, the people on station were outnumber 3 to 1, and Carver could only hope to hold off the oncoming attackers. Carver did not fear them, and rallied the men that he had and began their defense. With Carver's leadership and battle prowess, he held of the attackers, who wore flags from a single northern country. He reported this information to the House of Decus, and thus began the War for Praelium. [i][color=00aeef]"Their biggest mistake was first attack the post that I was on watch for."[/color][/i] The northern country that had attacked was leaving their homeland due to the poor desert conditions and rise of an imminent attack from other countries onto them. Hopelessly outnumbered by the much larger country, they decided their best option was to launch their own campaign on Praelium and take over the much nicer land there. Praelium, however, did not bend over very easily, or at all for them. With reports of Carver's great leadership skills and proficiency on the battlefield reaching the House of Decus, Carver was immediately promoted and given his own battalion of soldiers. The war lasted for fifteen years, as the fighting was relentless from the northern country. The war only ended when the last of the northern country's people had either surrendered or perished. Carver's incredible defensive tactics and actual presence on the battlefield played a great role in the seemingly impossible victory for Praelium, so when the old Tyrannus passed away it was no contest for Carver when the election was held. [i][color=00aeef]"My rule as Tyrannus as been the 2nd best experience of my life. Nothing quite beats the thrill of good guy versus bad guy in war, though."[/color][/i] As Tyrannus, most everyone in Praelium agrees that Carver has done an excellent job. As his country is recovering from the war, he has focused on reconstruction of damaged buildings and a bigger defense against another possible northern attack. He is a big proponent an alliance against the warring country to the north of him, as his country is the closest thing one to the warring battlefield of the northern desert. [h2]Personality[/h2] [i][color=00aeef]"Describe myself..? I think Tyrannus is a good enough descriptor."[/color][/i] Although Carver can be disciplined when need be, he prefers to take things light when possible. He tends to avoid conflict and likes to compromise when possible. However, when his back is against the wall Carver can be aggressive, ruthless, and passionate, especially when it comes to his duty as Tyrannus of Praelium. During his youth Carver was quite cocky, but since then he has toned down, although his bravado still bleeds through sometimes. [h2]Likes and Dislikes:[/h2] [i][color=00aeef]"Give me a chuckle and an uppercut and we'll get along just fine..."[/color][/i] Likes A good sense of humor, Sparring, Mock Wars, Honor [i][color=00aeef]"... However, if that punch was underhanded and to the jugular, you're a dead man."[/color][/i] Dislikes Unnecessary Death, A lack of mercy, Disrespecting his country, Deceit [/center] [hr] [center] [img]http://i.imgur.com/Lg7eXn2.jpg[/img] [h1]Claudius Ker'Rak (Side)[/h1] [color=0054a6][i]"Carver and I were stationed at Gloria together. We fought off those tribes together, but I kept him from pushing himself. Sometimes he needs a reality check, especially when he was younger." [/i][/color] -Age: 38 -Height: 6' 5" -Weight: 300 lbs [h2]Clothing[/h2] [i][color=0054a6]"I've gotten used to the armor."[/color][/i] Battle Gear Dragonborn are naturally meant to last longer than humans, so wearing heavy plate armor does not bother him at all. Whether it be due to paranoia or because Carver always wishes to spar with him, Claudius is rarely ever seen without his high ranking official Praelium armor. His preferred weapon in battle is a tower shield and a spear, but he is no stranger to any weapon. He is considered a jack of all trades when it comes to arms. [h2]Biography:[/h2] Living a standard childhood, Claudius was born to a farming family. Nothing note worthy happened to Claudius during childhood, and we was sent to military training at the age of fourteen like any child would. Claudius was stationed in Gloria and was placed under the command of Carver at sixteen. Their relationship was symbiotic, Carver taught Claudius battle tactics and Claudius kept Carver in check whenever he would do something rash. Claudius played a key role helping Carver defend Gloria, taking command of troops where Carver could not be, as the fort is giant. When Carver was given a battalion to himself, he said he would refuse to command unless he had Claudius as his second in command. Claudius' usefulness never faltered, and he remained helping Carver throughout those fifteen long years. When elected as the Lord Tyrannus, Carver also convinced Claudius to run as a Dec so he could eventually be High Dec, as Carver had gotten so use to Claudius' help throughout the years. Claudius and Carver see eye to eye on most all of his policies, and he believes the key for Praelium lasting forever can only be achieved through alliances. [h2]Personality[/h2] [color=0054a6][i]"You'll learn about me if it is needed."[/i][/color] Claudius is mostly a reserved soul, preferring to just look intimidating then engage in conversation. He is sharp and nonsensical to most everyone except Carver, to whom he looks up to with great respect. Whenever Claudius is not by Carver's side, he can be found reading advanced literature or admiring great art. [h2]Likes and Dislikes:[/h2] [color=0054a6][i]"Do as I say how I say...[/i][/color] Likes Respect, People Following Orders, Fine Literature [color=0054a6][i]"... And don't give me any lip."[/i][/color] Dislikes Silver-Tongues, Avoiding Problems, "Tip-Toeing Around Issues" [/center]