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Adelaide Varo

Adelaide Varo | 27 | Half-Elf | Female

Physical Appearance: Adelaide stands at 5’10 and weighs around 157lbs, having a bit of a lean, muscular build. She has quite a few scars riddling her body, something not entirely unusual for a monster hunter, but every time you ask her where she got a scar she’ll tell you some wild story that’s never the same. She likes to leave people wondering what really happened. When it comes to attire, Adelaide’s choice of clothing entirely depends on what situation she’s going into. She has three options she tends to gravitate towards the most. One is an all black outfit she often wears whenever she's taken a job that requires stealth. The other two she often wears either just during the day when she isn't doing anything or when she's gathering information in social situations. She has a set of common elven clothes consisting of pants and a blouse. The last is a dress that's more formal and elegant.

Class/Skillset: Adelaide is roguish in nature and has trained as an assassin, finding an affinity for stealth, slinking into the shadows, and taking down her targets quietly. She works well with her twin who often draws the attention of their foes, creating an opening for her to come in behind them. She carries a variety of weapons on her including a silvered short sword, two daggers with enchantments of returning on them, and always keeps a wooden stake on her. She is quick, easily being able to pop in and out of being engaged with an enemy. She’s also quite skilled in deception and persuasion, helping her to draw out information from others. Surprisingly skilled at mimicking sounds and even the voices of others, she’s used this to her advantage at times to get her and her sister out of sticky situations.

Personality: Adelaide is very passionate about many things, and especially so with the people she loves. When she cares for someone, she cares for them deeply and has experienced enough loss in her life to never want to feel it again. Her passionate nature also often extends to her interests, including books, sweets, and music. Adelaide has often been called rude or even evil, but this is often just a defense mechanism. If one were to break past the walls she has up and grow close to her, they would soon find that she obviously loves her sister and friends very much and would do anything to protect them.

Adelaide feels things both strongly and deeply. While she is often teasing, witty, and carefree when she is happy, Adelaide's most immediate reaction when angry or sad is to channel her darker emotions into a barely-contained rage or killing calm. This gets her into trouble more often than not. Often she will take rash actions and has a desire for vengeance when someone close to her is harmed or even killed.

Despite being a monster hunter and assassin, she is quite meticulous in managing her appearance. She has a fixation on finery and insists on wearing fashionable clothing. She can often be found spending her money on frivolous things and can be surprisingly girly.

Adelaide also has a strong moral compass. Though she often tries to suppress the memories of her tumultuous past, her experiences have shaped her into the woman she is, and that is a woman who does not tolerate injustices. She absolutely loathes slavery and unnecessary cruelty. People that partake in either of these, she will do anything necessary to make them pay for their actions.

Background: Adelaide and Alice came from a very large family with doting half-elven parents and six siblings. They had a happy childhood, never wanting for anything, had parents that did everything with them, and siblings that adored each other. Adelaide and Alice were always the closest, however, having a special bond with being twins. Their parents were the type of people that would quickly invite people into their home, provide them with a meal and warm bed to sleep in. The children learned to be far too trusting of others, something that would come as a detriment later in life.

When the girls were 15 years old, tragedy struck their family. Someone close to them sold them to a vampire coven who murdered their parents and took them and their siblings to use as sustenance. Slowly, over a year, they watched their siblings die one by one. It was gruesome and traumatizing to watch and they would have been the next on the list if it hadn’t been for a family friend finding them. He managed to get them out and they ran as fast as they could.

Hating what happened to them and seeking vengeance, the girls worked towards becoming monster hunters and ridding the world of all sorts of evils. They never wanted what happened to them to happen to anyone else and so they strived towards making a better world by killing one monster at a time.

Noteworthy Past Events: One thing the girls are well known for is finding and killing a feared vampire lord.

[Lava Alckon]

Latrell Godfrey

Latrell Godfrey | 30 | Human | Male

Physical Picture

Physical Appearance:
Latrell sports a similar appearance to the photo above, with more specific metrics being
that he is about 5'11 and 200 lbs. His hands are somewhat rough yet have a delicate touch from having worked on his machines all his life. He typically walks with a light step and is quick on his feet when it comes to physical activity.

Class/Skillset:
Latrell has a slight affinity with magic, mainly to imbue some into his contraptions. He has left all his previous inventions back home, however he still has his favorite companion Buki by his side. His magic is typically lightning-aspected, containing small sparks of electricity to shock his enemies.

His primary form of combat is through his pride and joy, Buki. The small contraption morphs into a crossbow that he can hold and fire with assisted accuracy. Buki can also stop others from firing his weapon against him by purposefully jamming in the event they steal Latrell's weapon. His preferred style is to stay on the move and to fire at his target rapidly, using both regular, magic, and sometimes poisoned bolts to take down his foe.

Back home he had a small knife that passed an electric current around its edges, giving it an extra "edge". He may seek to re-create this when he had the resources to. He rather enjoys tinkering and crafting all kinds of gadgets and gizmos, some of which may be mundane or rather useful. Even he admits it can be rather hit or miss.

Personality:
Latrell enjoys brainstorming, drawing, talking about his inventions and ideas, and exploring the unknown. He likes to eat greens and fruits mainly, with some chicken or turkey being his major protein sources. He rather dislikes people who contradict themselves or are condescending to him and his inventions. He doesn't really care for fashion or politics, wanting to save those discussions for "people better suited for that craft".

Latrell is rather out-going, a positive thinker, and someone who likes to be efficient or pragmatic in what he does. He is the type to find the quickest solution he can, and put it to good use. Some would even say he's partially impatient. He can also be stubborn when he feels his path or idea is the way to go, so if anyone wants to go against him they will likely need lots of evidence to back up their claim. When an invention of his doesn't work as intended he typically sulks for a bit before going back to the drawing board. He isn't shy of learning new things, and will typically talk with people just to hear about what they know and where they came from. Overall he is a very curious creature who may act cold and calculating but does have a more caring side to him under all the calculations and diagrams.

Background:
Latrell grew up on the streets of Shestead, living a rather moderate lifestyle with his parents, who made their keep by being shipwrights. While his parents would be in the shipyard working on various vessels, Latrell would talk with the sailors and traders who came in and hear about the far off lands they would sail from. He found their stories engaging, and listened to their problems with great interest. He would often find small solutions in the form of gadgets and trinkets for very small grievances such as sore feet, itchy backs, sick stomachs, etc.

Reaching his adolescent and soon after his young adult years, Latrell began to study and apply his mechanical knowledge of boats and general vehicles to the next level by applying steam-powered contraptions to power the gears and power mechanisms surrounding them. He found it far more efficient to compress air particles into steam which could then be shot from small tubes in order to send energy through his machines. It was this line of thinking that led him to make the first "version" of his life-long companion, Buki. As the rise of monster activity began, Latrell felt a call to adventure and heroism sing to him alongside the need to solve the bigger problems of his hometown. He took into the countryside and began to hunt the smaller creatures that wandered nearby. It was honest and small work, but soon he began to look at the bigger picture. After honing his craft and practicing his aim, he saw the call to action from Queen Maeve as a sign to do some greater good. From there he packed his bags, wished his parents a safe season, and made the journey to Abona.

Noteworthy Past Events:
Latrell's biggest claim to fame are his inventions, a few of which can be listed here:
The Shock-Alot - His prized dagger that ran electric currents along the edge for a "shocking" touch to his close-range weapon
Data Concealatron - A small device that can seal documents or small items behind a complicated padlock mechanism that only the owner knows how to unlock
Mobile Nutrition Alterator Engine - A small composter that can turn biomatter into nutritious (although not delicious) food bars for consumption. Good for a survival pinch.
Smog Dislocator Matrix - A vacuum-like object that can suck in dense fog particles (or even poisonous fog) and keep it compressed in its central chamber
Auxiliary Life Scrambler Matrix - A new-aged electronic revival machine. In the event that someone is unresponsive, two pads can be applied to the target's chest in order to deliver small shocks to restart the heart.
Explosive Blackout Scrambler - At first it appears to be an important device capable of some higher purpose, but ultimately it's a dummy invention meant to blow up in someone's face should they steal it or have it given to them after asking all day for some new contraption.

[princess]

Alice Vario

Alice Varo | 27 | Half-Elf | Female

Physical Appearance:

Alice is a slender girl standing at 5'10" and 145lbs. Her body is on the lean side with much of her muscle mass in her arms. Her skin is lightly tanned with faint freckles around her body as well. Her body's shape is more of an hourglass with her weight falling on her chest and hips. She is, however, deeply scarred especially on her back and some on her neck. Her fingernails are painted more often than not and she doesn't shy from makeup during her off time either. Her facial features are rather similar to her sister's, also donning the same light-blonde hair. However, her eye color shies toward a lavender and her hair falls straight as opposed to Adelaide's curls. When she's out for blood, she wears tight, practical dark clothing. Outside the battle, there is more variation as she does enjoy fashion as much as her sister. Her style is usually classy yet simple as she prefers to give a good impression.

Class/Skillset:

A classic gunslinger, Alice always comes in guns blazing. She is a hell of a shot and merciless in her execution. If she misses, it is usually only on purpose and you should be worried. She is not only able to wield most guns but she also has an aptitude for crafting firearms. Most often, Alice prefers to either use dual revolvers in closer situations. When she has the upper hand of good range and her enemy also lacks knowledge of her presence, she usually will snipe with a weapon she created called a sword rifle. Her bullets are always silver. Additionally, she carries a wooden stake as well. Though not the melee expert her sister is, she prefers to be prepared for every situation she can.

Alice is notably not a great liar, but fantastic at making her case. Though not normally a talker, she can be quite persuasive in a debate or argument. She is also very detail-oriented and great at investigating areas. Alice is a hypervigilant person and she perceives every movement. Her eyesight and sense of hearing could be described as remarkable to some. Her less-mentioned skills include drawing and writing.

Personality:

In her youth, Alice was a kind and soft-hearted girl. She saw the good in others and loved to dote on her younger siblings. Though that kind heart is there deep down, she was never the same after what she and Adelaide went through. The girl who naively trusted anyone and everyone was replaced by a stoic girl who wouldn't trust even a sweet old lady with a basket of cookies. Similar to her sister, her guard is always up. Alice takes it a step further as she prefers to keep her physical distance from those not in her circle. Despite once loving a warm hug, she now fears the touch of strangers. It's why shooting from a distance always suited her. Sometimes seemingly eerily calm, she is polite and soft-spoken as long as others are. When speaking to her sister, she does let this go and falls back into her friendlier self.

Sometimes as nice as Alice can sound, she can also seem cold and even a little melancholic. She gets into moods where she's rather negative and depressed. She often can be blunt in a curt way. There is an intense fury within her that she tends to cover with a small smile. Vengeful and merciless, she guns down any opponent in her path without remorse. It's easy for her to remain calm as she often goes into a numbed state in battle. Alice is never rash and seems to be calculating every move she makes. She's even grown to lust for the kill and can be found thoroughly enjoying it. When her loved ones are at stake, she becomes fiercely protective, willing to die for them as long as she doesn't have to see them die again.

Background:

Alice was the bubbly big sister to her many siblings and comedic relief to her beloved twin. She loved spending time with her siblings and protecting them the best way she could. However, she had always been a rather innocent and trusting youth. Her parents had wanted to shield their beloved children from the harsh world and give them a world of light and love. Alice and Adelaide had never known evil nor suffering. She had learned to love her neighbors just as her own family She was playful and loved playing innocent pranks. Sometimes she liked to organize games and entertain her younger siblings.

She and Adelaide had lived a fairytale life that most girls would have dreamed of. That is until the year they turned fifteen years old. Alice never could forget the day she came home and saw the sight of her parents' lifeless bodies. She had stood there with wobbling knees and dilated pupils for what seemed like hours, watching the blood pool beneath them. Her siblings were terrified and crying as they remained in their hiding spots. Then the vampires had come toward her and Adelaide. At first, Alice thought they were people who had come to help them. She had not even tried to run. All of them were taken with the coven. Alice had not known then that their family had been bought and sold like cattle. But they had been treated worse than cattle. In fact, they had not been treated with the respect of any living creature at all. They had been treated like toys.

They'd take their blood then they'd torture them like ragdolls. Alice never forgot how much they'd laugh too. The younger ones could not take the abuse for as long and died one by one. All Alice and Adelaide could do was watch as their health withered away. Alice did her best to comfort them even in their dying moments. The hopelessness she had felt over the course of the year had broken her. She had felt as if she had died with them. Part of her had welcomed her inevitable death she had felt so empty. Nonetheless, when the opportunity to escape had presented itself, she had found the willpower to do so for Adelaide's sake. Their close friend had found them and managed to help them escape. After many weeks of continued emptiness, Alice managed to find her emotions again but when she did, she mostly found unbridled rage and a desire for vengeance. She'd go in and out of this feeling for some time in her teens until she learned to keep it inside and calm herself for the sake of her own focus and the sanity of her sister. Alice eventually decided to channel her feelings into protecting others from the same fate and ridding the world of these evil creatures. Adelaide was on the same page and the two of them became an intense monster-hunting duo from then on.

Noteworthy Past Events:
- The girls' success is known as they were able to kill a feared vampire lord.

[samreaper]

Izushima Ashari

(The kitsune on the right}

Izushima Ashari | ??? | Kitsune

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Physical apperance

Standing at 5'10 with a lean build that lacks signs of physical muscles. Always garbed in a long flowing white haori (as seen in the image) and adorned with a fox mask. The long sleeves and baggy pants often keeping his clawed feet and hands hidden as well as his fox tails.

Class/Skillset

Being a kitsune he has enhanced senses like hearing and smell that has been trained and honed over years that has made him into an expert tracker and hunter. Along with the use of sharp claws and fangs as his main weapons. Through the teachings of his order, he has read up on magic and through training has gained the capabilities of using smoke magic; through the use of his magical pipe artifact, he can expel and manipulate various types of scented smoke that can be used in various ways along with affecting those unfortunate enough to inhale senses or motor functions.

While lacking in the strength or direct offensive department, he makes up for use of strategy and underhanded tactics with the use of his smoke and claws to finish off his target. On top of smoke that hinders the targets he also has scented smoke that can aid and offer buffs to allies for a short time though comes with drawbacks, their severity depending on how much or number of different smoke buffs taken.

Personality

Izushima's personality is and has been comparable to smoke. As much like his magic, his personality has been said to be ever shifting and changing, mysterious and ephemeral. An enigmatic person that is difficult to know or understand with a voice that is smooth and soft and oft quiet as a whisper. Coyness tends to be an ever-present hint to his tone as if everything he says is followed with teasing. His manner of speaking and tendency to tell or mix in lies makes him deceptive and difficult to trust as he follows the nature of a fox's devious trickster to heart. He does so not out of ill-will (at least most times) but simply out of amusement or other personal reasons known only to himself. Those that know him will advise to not bother taking anything he says to heart nor bothering with attempts to get to know him for any fact or stories of himself change or altered slightly.

Backstory

Little is known about Izushima whether it be his past or even simple facts about him save for his impressive monster hunting records. What is known is that he was once part of a highly secretive group called the Nine-Tails order; a group of expert monster hunters often highly sought after with a high cost that follows. The mystery pertaining to his expulsion from the order has been perplexing those who has since hired or worked along-side him with no luck in getting any hint towards the truth.

His actual appearance is also unknown as Izushima has never been seen with others without his mask leading to countless rumors and talks of what he looks like underneath. This has led credence to why it has been difficult to discern if he actually is a kitsune or a different race

He is also surprisingly good at playing the flute with a soothing melody which listeners can't help but find themselves relaxing or drifting to sleep. Some rumors talk of him using his flute playing skills to steal their riches, but any that say such can hardly recall the incidents.

Those who have worked with him in jobs found him to be a deceiving pain in the ass and difficult to work with. So much so that hardly anyone wants to be involved with the engimatic fox (human? elf? or whatever he has told others what he is) even though his capabilities as a hunter is top-notch. Even solo he has proven capable of capturing tricky and troublesome monsters, slaying if need be though typically tends to do capture jobs or leave the actual slaying to others if possible.

What his goals or motivation or what he aims to achive is known to no one but himself. Some rumors say he aims to find a way to rejoin the order while others say his expulsion was in itself a deception and merely pretending to be as if expelled.

Noteworthy past events: Expulsion from the Nine-Tails Order

[Alivefalling]

Nikolai Maximillion

Nikolai Maximillion | 30 | Human | Male

Physical Appearance:

Nikolai stands at 6’2” and weighs 205 lbs. He has short, tussled brown hair and golden eyes. His skin is a shade of light olive and it is smooth and unscarred. Nikolai’s facial features are famously quite attractive. His attire is quite lavish in non-combat scenarios he tends to wear expensive silk clothing with intricate gilding. For more combat-oriented wear he uses

half-plate armor.

Class/Skillset:

Nikolai is a battle master trained by the best soldiers and fighters in Abona. He has perfected the art of using a glaive and is able to detect an enemy in a 10-foot area even when he is blinded. Nikolai is an expert tactician and able to inspire his allies in the thick of combat to turn the tide of battle. He also knows many maneuvers with his weapons. Nikolai excels in deception, performance and insight.

Personality:

Nikolai is a kind-hearted human who tries his best to help anyone in need. He believes it is his duty to protect the people who cannot protect themselves from the dangers of this world. He is extremely charismatic and has a charm to him that often attracts others around him. He’s outgoing and often very friendly. Nikolai can be quite prideful at times. His success has attributed to giving him a little bit of arrogance and overconfidence. These traits have led to him having quite a sense of humor, often dropping witty remarks or joking in serious situations. Sometimes he should probably worry more than he does as he can be too laid-back. However this laid-back nature is what helps him succeed in battle as he’s slow to anger or get fearful.

With a charming grin, Nikolai loves to use his good looks and confidence to weasel his way out of tough situations. He’s flirty when he needs or wants to be and knows just what to say as he can be cunning. When it comes to his own desires, he loves food and simple pleasures like a nice long nap or getting drunk with his friends. Though he has a tendency to do stupid things when he’s drunk or be somehow louder than normal.

Background:

Born and raised in Abona, Nikolai is known to come from a well-off noble family. He likes to share a lot about his childhood and how he grew up beloved and got everything he wanted from his mother and father. Success was simply in his nature and he had won from the moment he had been born. Though he had no siblings, he was raised along with his best friend Vel Enigma. They were two peas in a pod. Nikolai considered him his brother. The two of them were inseparable. However, the two of them grew bold as they got into their teen years and would go travelling together. They often strayed off to a small community nearby to talk to the girls who lived there, Alice and Adelaide Varo. One day upon visiting the two found themselves in the wrong time and place as vampires were attacking the small community. Vel was disintegrated by a powerful vampire mage right in front of his eyes. Not knowing what to do, he ran as fast as he could back to Abona to tell his father immediately after the situation.

It had taken some time to recover from the loss but he did manage to find the bravery in himself to go rescue the girls eventually. Vel had used his last words to press Nikolai to not give up and so he decided not to let vampires or any monsters keep him down. He needed to get stronger to protect the people he cared about and make the world a better place.

Noteworthy Past Events:

Nikolai has hunted and killed many dangerous creatures. He is famous in Abona for his high kill count.

He has helped take down a Beholder that had inhabited an abandoned dungeon in the forests near Abona

One time he got drunk in Shestead and danced on the tables of the bar. While screaming like a chicken, he threw a mix of feathers and honey at everyone in the tavern.

[HeroBot]

Versle Ynnmar

Versle Ynnmaar | 26 | Goliath Human | Male

Physical Appearance: 7'6", 340 lbs. Body is mostly defined, visible muscle lines. Several scars across his chest and midsection from previous fights. A long tattoo runs down his left arm, a symbol of his tribe's heritage.
STR: 18. DEX: 14, CON: 16, INT: 9, WIS: 12, CHA: 14
Grappler, Power Attack, Improved Unarmed Strike

Class/Skillset: Similar to that of a monk, Versle is known for his fists doing the talking. Many bar fights have helped him hone his craft and developed his skills. Sturdy enough to take a few hits, but strong enough to make his hits count more.

Personality: Typically rather aloof, Versle is known for being somewhat careless when it comes to problems that can't be solved without a couple of drinks or a punch in the face. While smart enough to know when he should or shouldn't fight, the former is usually his go to. Always aspiring to be the strongest one around him, he doesn't shy away from a showdown when the opportunity arises.

Background: From a mountainous tribal village to the Southeast, he has long sought to leave the mountains and see the rest of the world. Opportunity arose as the village elders gave him a task to reach out to neighbouring villages and create a multiple tribe alliance. The alliance was quickly dashed as all the other tribes were stuck in there ways and not wanting to share their views. So Versle sought the next closest thing, he descended the mountains to try and form an alliance with the towns at the base of the mountain, so far none have wanted to work with his tribe, but the journey continues.

[GingerBobOh]

Takin Bent

Takin Bent | 23 | Fomorian | Male

Physical Appearance: Takin's 5'5" frame is littered with small silvery scars that he has earned through his relentless training. The same training has rendered his body lean, built for speed instead of raw power. Somewhat contradicting this fact however is his sword, Fragarach. Measuring at over 6' from tip to pommel, he wields it as if it were nothing more than a stick. His fiery red hair is never smoothed out and even looks like its haphazardly cut more out of convenience than style. Hard, deep green eyes stare out from his stony visage and are always on the alert. His left shoulder is home to a tattoo of a Kelpie, the first monster he ever slayed on his own. Though not truly human, there is no indicators of his true Fomorian lineage.

Class/Skillset: A dedicated swordsman, Takin has trained endlessly with Fragarach. The sword is made out of Black Iron that saps the strength of any who wield it in addition to suppressing his Fomorian heritage. The endless days with the sword have served to strengthen and enhance his abilities as a sort of resistance training. While even the strongest would struggle to even lift the giant sword, he will always be found with it over his shoulder or across his back, fiercely wielding it with deft ability when needed. If ever separated from the blade, his ability jumps beyond human and into the upper ranks of even the mythical Fomorians.

Personality: Short in both stature and temper, Takin's mouth is as foul as his moods. He takes life in stride, not being one to deliberate or plan. More often than not it has almost cost him his life however, if a problem is dangerous it deserves to see him coming. He speaks his mind, doesn't hide his mood and always finds a cold ale at the end of any fight. Driven and motivated not by coin or prestige, he seeks the thrill of battle. Every fight he wins, monster he eliminates, all are unique experiences flushed with the searing clarity of adrenaline and mortality. That being said, he is not foolish enough to dive into a fight he can't win. In times of calm, with no foe to vanquish, he busies himself with repetitive tasks like splitting wood or practicing the basics of his swordsmanship.

Not easily trusting of others, Takin has spent his time travelling alone from one monster to the next. His stoic and mildly aggressive manners have not led to many favorable interactions but this does not concern him much, he learned at an early age that the only one you can trust your life with is yourself.

Background: Takin lost his family at an early age. When the Kelpie left him bleeding on the shore, he vowed to avenge all those that were close to him. Many failed attempts later and he met an old man who spoke of a power his village had forgotten about. After much convincing by this old man, Takin finally delved into the village well and returned carrying Fragarach. Shortly after, Takin stood in the river surrounded by a growing red stain in the current, the Kelpie having been vanquished and his journey just beginning.

[Infinite Cosmos]

Rayland Gerhardt

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| 22 | Enhanced Human | Male

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Physical Appearance: Rayland stands approximately 6'3", with a lithe but athletic build. On the back of his hands are markings of his clan. The mark itself is normally a very faint grey, but can start shining light blue during combat. He typically wears a long duster coat with a hood that is nearly always kept over his face. He does keep his hair long, down to his shoulder blades. There are various scars around his body, from his previous battles.

Class/Skillset: Taking after his clan, Rayland is an archer through and through. In combination with his archery training, he is able to see much further than baseline humans. His endurance, resilience, strength, speed and other tangible physical feats are also both above that of Olympic-level athletes. He is able to achieve these things because of his clan's true nature. His clan has long been hired as monster hunters, specifically spiritual monsters. Throughout the ages, members of his clan gained the ability to manipulate and absorb the latent spiritual particles that are ever-present in the environment to use as fuel. This 'fuel' allows members with the ability to manipulate and absorb it the capability to achieve feats typically not possible to baseline humans such as accelerated healing, heighten senses, superhuman strength and speed and the like. A select few members of his clan can also imbue these spirit particles onto the weapons they wield to increase their lethality.

Rayland is one of those rare 'chosen' members of his clan.

Personality: Rayland tends to keep to himself, having chosen the life and style of a lone wolf. This way, he comes and goes when and where he pleases, not having to follow orders or worry about anyone else. To almost everyone, Rayland is a stone cold killer who works with precision. If one arrow can get the job done, Rayland isn't using a second arrow. A naturally somber person, Rayland speaks plainly, often not choosing his words with enough care and opting to speak in simple facts. However, even the quietest volcanoes can erupt when triggered. Rayland does have a temper on him. As much as his training during his formative years preached patience, cautiousness and being even-mannered, Rayland was never quite like how the elders wanted in regards of his overall temperament.

Background: To know Rayland's background, one must first gain at least some rudimentary knowledge of the Gerhardt clan. Originating in Jale, the Gerhardt men has always served the lord of the castle. Renowned for their skills with the bow and hunting, the men that were not in the army were often hired as household guards to anyone that can afford that sort of service. Due to that, the Gerhardts amassed a small fortune and lived in general comfort, albeit having to work for it. As time went on, the lords that came and went through the ruling class in Jale became weary of the Gerhardts. In the eyes of the lords, the Gerhardts had too much military knowledge and has accumulated too much gold, even though the truth of it is that their family was fading into history. Over time, the lords of Jale stopped accepting Gerhardts as a part of their standing army, despite being some of the most capable fighters around. The folks that employeed Gerhardts as personal guards started to hire them less and less in fear of being on the wrong side of the lords of Jale. Even through careful budgeting and reverting back to a more frugal lifestyle, the family fortune that was amassed over generations eventually ran dry.

It was during this time of disgrace that some powers started to manifest for some of the Gerhardt children. Bumps and scrapes healed completely overnight. Children routinely outrunning adults, performing physical feats not typically possible for humans their age. Some of the keen eye elders noticed this and began paying special attention of children that displayed these traits. Elders often asked questions these children did not have the answer to. For all they know, it just happened. They did not know the triggers and how to cultivate this newfound ability. It took years, even generations to gather enough information and knowledge about this power to allow the Gerhardt to comfortably understand how to use it and what they can use it for. With this ability, they began taking on private contracts, hunting unspeakable horrors and other monstrosities.

This is the current state of the Gerhardts. A once renowned clan that has since faded from glory. The lords of Jale are still ever-present, having forgotten the history between the two families. Despite having lived meager lives until the discovery of their latent abilities, the Gerhardts never forgot their roots and has always taught their children to behave as men and women of honor. Now, the Gerhardt name is whispered in pubs, used to scary misbehaving children, and generally disliked by royalty and their adjacents.

Noteworthy Past Events: There has been whispers of Rayland taking down a pack of wretches, a sort of foul creature that take form out of waste products and other unsanitary things. There are rumors that Rayland once hunted a werewolf and some of the scars on his body are from that hunt...