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Elementals: The Scarred World (Semi-Open)

"It is regrettable but not unexpected. I think we can make do with what we have commander. We did make our lists long for this very reason."

Alexander replied as the other students asked their questions or explored the ship. It was good to know that there was a good mix of curiosity and sensibility amongst some members of their group. It would make things far more interesting in the long run. He himself had received a briefing on the situation before hand, but didn't want to both answering question the commander himself was perfectly capable of handling.

"I'm more interested in where I could find the mess or a break area. I think I've had enough of work for now. May as well enjoy the time off while it lasts."

MI-13: Hunters for Crown and Country

You got my interest.

Elementals: The Scarred World (Semi-Open)

"Hello to you as well Commander Hayes. A pleasure to see you again." Alexander replied polietly, turning to the other mages.

"Seeing as the introduction may be necessary. I am Alexander Smith, Illuminate Master specializing in healing and support magics." He said, not bothering to give out the full title of his station.

"I was apart of the group who chose you all for this particular mission and I'm to watch over you and report back on your progress to your various masters."

Elementals: The Scarred World (Semi-Open)

Alexander Smith

Name: Alexander Smith

Age: 40

Gender: Male

Mastery: Illuminate
Specialty: Healer

Rank: Master

Appearance: The best way to describe Alexander is plain. He is neither good looking nor ugly. A skinny man standing at 6'0" tall, he is by no means physically imposing in anything other than possibly height. His brown hair is kept short and he keeps no facial hair. His eyes are green and his heritage is clearly of the area around the academy in terms of features.

For clothing he wears plain white robes, specifically meant to be plain and not give a sense that he thinks himself in any way above others. The look is carefully crafted to make him look like an unassuming man as opposed to a master mage. The only thing giving him away are a pair of metal suns attached to his shoulders. A gift from his family upon confirmation that he would be an Illuminate. He wears the symbols with pride and will never be seen without them.

Equipment: Outside of what has been detailed in appearance Alexander keeps ink, quill, charcoal, and blank journals on him at all times. He has found them infinitely useful for documenting his travels and works. Actually working on both magical and non-magical treatments for various ailments and plagues and documenting them, as well as stories and cultures he has come upon in his travels. Aside from this he keeps various herbs and plants for use in making medicines, along with the travel versions of the equipment needed to make the various medicines. While he rarely uses them he has found them handy in cases where patients were adamant magic was not to be used in their treatment.

Demeanor: Alexander is a calm man but one who dislikes unnecessary delays in accomplishing his goals. The quickest way to make Alexander act is to behave in a way which is overly cautious or skittish. He has seen far too many young healers get squeamish and freeze at the sight of people in pain to tolerate such paralyzing inaction. He knows he cannot be rash, but he also knows that in what he does every moment counts and must be made meaningful.

Alexander also has something of an adventurous spirit. The fact the academy is full of healers means that often the people who he could be helping are often those who don't actually need him specifically. Instead he has used his ability and what authority he can manage to venture out into the world and find people who desperately need his help and render them aid.

Overall, Alexander is driven by a desire to help and heal. He knows what he is good at and wants to use his abilities to their fullest to positive effect. He also wishes to accumulate and pass down knowledge in as many fields as possible. Himself having added multiple works and studies to the Academy libraries in his lifetime.

History: Alexander was born the son of a Smith and his wife. It was a recruiter who would eventually find Alexander and bring him to the Academy at the age of ten. Before this time he had done the same work as any child of a smith, light work, watching what his father did, and running various errands as needed. When he arrived at the academy he spent much of his time in the library, unsure of what else to do other than attend his studies at such a low level he began to read and learn. As his power and rank grew so did his responsibilities, when he wasn't found nose deep in a book he would be found at the healing facilities on campus, tending to any who he could help and acting as an assistant/gopher for the higher ranked healers. It was neither a long nor hard decision as to what his specialty would be. He remained in contact with his parents through letters all through his time as a Mage and an Adept, keeping appraised of what had happened to old friends of himself and his family as well as the general goings on of his home.

When he reached the rank of weaver however that changed, he began to venture back out into the world. Starting with occasional trips home, then to the surrounding area. He knew on an intellectual level that his skill set was likely needed more out in the world than in the halls of the academy, but seeing it first hand was a realization on an entirely different level. Being on his own or under light supervision to help villages hit by plague or those who had grievously injured themselves at home or on battlefields awakened him to the need to not simply study and work his way up through the ranks, but actively apply that knowledge whenever he could.

Upon reaching the rank of master at age 35 he technically gained the title Medicinae Lux "of the healing light" making Alexander Smith Medicinae Lux. However amongst some of the masters he came to be known as having the joking title Errantem Lux "of the wandering light" as he very often was nowhere to be found. However he always had systems in place that his absence was never felt particularly hard or long. He of course remained up to date of the business that required his attention as best he could, but he was not about to ignore the plight of those who needed his help most. In a world such as this, it was a list that had no end. He is currently back at the academy, bringing with him as he so often does fresh recruits for the academy. While never his primary mission, he always keeps an eye out for those who were academy material and bringing them to receive the training they both needed and deserved.

Elementals: The Scarred World (Semi-Open)

Alexander had just finished readying himself for the day. Writing one last letter to his family after the further twenty or so he had written to various patients and provinces informing them of what to do while he would be gone. He supposed he may actually be one of few mages relatively well liked outside the academy, it had taken most of his life to achieve this acceptance and welcome in some small portion of the world, but it was something. His family had been busy during his years at the academy, four other children all adults now, and a business which was thriving under his father's skill and mother's watchful eye. As he folded the paper and sealed it with the wax emblem of his office, an emblem he had created to make sure those he wrote to knew who was doing so quickly, he leaned back and looked out the window to the open area before him. It was always nice to view the outside world over the interior courtyard of the academy, helped him remember where he needed to be.

"Well hopefully I won't be too terribly late." Alexander said as he stood up. Throwing on the robes with the metal suns still attached as always. His father's teachings had helped maintain them since he was an adolescent, the years leaving them looking relatively brand new. The polishing and maintenance of the symbols almost a ritual in its own right. Grabbing his usual pack of items for travel he walked out the door and to the waiting airship. He still remembered the day of the airship's arrival, and the arduous discussions before the thing arrived. As a master he had learned much of this journey beforehand, and had been a guiding force in the recommendations put forth. Of course, these men had done their homework and knew mostly what they wanted, but their correspondence had been very important nonetheless.

As he arrived to the field he noted Mira already waiting by the ship, a smile settling into place. She had been at the top of both Illuminate master's lists of potential candidates. A weaver of remarkable ability and an attitude which would be sorely needed on the mission.

"Good day Mira, not slacking off on this of all days are you?" He asked jokingly at the clearly prepared woman.

Elementals: The Scarred World (Semi-Open)

Alexander Smith

Name: Alexander Smith

Age: 40

Gender: Male

Mastery: Illuminate
Specialty: Healer

Rank: Master

Appearance: The best way to describe Alexander is plain. He is neither good looking nor ugly. A skinny man standing at 6'0" tall, he is by no means physically imposing in anything other than possibly height. His brown hair is kept short and he keeps no facial hair. His eyes are green and his heritage is clearly of the area around the academy in terms of features.

For clothing he wears plain white robes, specifically meant to be plain and not give a sense that he thinks himself in any way above others. The look is carefully crafted to make him look like an unassuming man as opposed to a master mage. The only thing giving him away are a pair of metal suns attached to his shoulders. A gift from his family upon confirmation that he would be an Illuminate. He wears the symbols with pride and will never be seen without them.

Equipment: Outside of what has been detailed in appearance Alexander keeps ink, quill, charcoal, and blank journals on him at all times. He has found them infinitely useful for documenting his travels and works. Actually working on both magical and non-magical treatments for various ailments and plagues and documenting them, as well as stories and cultures he has come upon in his travels. Aside from this he keeps various herbs and plants for use in making medicines, along with the travel versions of the equipment needed to make the various medicines. While he rarely uses them he has found them handy in cases where patients were adamant magic was not to be used in their treatment.

Demeanor: Alexander is a calm man but one who dislikes unnecessary delays in accomplishing his goals. The quickest way to make Alexander act is to behave in a way which is overly cautious or skittish. He has seen far too many young healers get squeamish and freeze at the sight of people in pain to tolerate such paralyzing inaction. He knows he cannot be rash, but he also knows that in what he does every moment counts and must be made meaningful.

Alexander also has something of an adventurous spirit. The fact the academy is full of healers means that often the people who he could be helping are often those who don't actually need him specifically. Instead he has used his ability and what authority he can manage to venture out into the world and find people who desperately need his help and render them aid.

Overall, Alexander is driven by a desire to help and heal. He knows what he is good at and wants to use his abilities to their fullest to positive effect. He also wishes to accumulate and pass down knowledge in as many fields as possible. Himself having added multiple works and studies to the Academy libraries in his lifetime.

History: Alexander was born the son of a Smith and his wife. It was a recruiter who would eventually find Alexander and bring him to the Academy at the age of ten. Before this time he had done the same work as any child of a smith, light work, watching what his father did, and running various errands as needed. When he arrived at the academy he spent much of his time in the library, unsure of what else to do other than attend his studies at such a low level he began to read and learn. As his power and rank grew so did his responsibilities, when he wasn't found nose deep in a book he would be found at the healing facilities on campus, tending to any who he could help and acting as an assistant/gopher for the higher ranked healers. It was neither a long nor hard decision as to what his specialty would be. He remained in contact with his parents through letters all through his time as a Mage and an Adept, keeping appraised of what had happened to old friends of himself and his family as well as the general goings on of his home.

When he reached the rank of weaver however that changed, he began to venture back out into the world. Starting with occasional trips home, then to the surrounding area. He knew on an intellectual level that his skill set was likely needed more out in the world than in the halls of the academy, but seeing it first hand was a realization on an entirely different level. Being on his own or under light supervision to help villages hit by plague or those who had grievously injured themselves at home or on battlefields awakened him to the need to not simply study and work his way up through the ranks, but actively apply that knowledge whenever he could.

Upon reaching the rank of master at age 35 he technically gained the title Medicinae Lux "of the healing light" making Alexander Smith Medicinae Lux. However amongst some of the masters he came to be known as having the joking title Errantem Lux "of the wandering light" as he very often was nowhere to be found. However he always had systems in place that his absence was never felt particularly hard or long. He of course remained up to date of the business that required his attention as best he could, but he was not about to ignore the plight of those who needed his help most. In a world such as this, it was a list that had no end. He is currently back at the academy, bringing with him as he so often does fresh recruits for the academy. While never his primary mission, he always keeps an eye out for those who were academy material and bringing them to receive the training they both needed and deserved.

Elementals: The Scarred World

Alexander Smith

Name: Alexander Smith

Age: 40

Gender: Male

Mastery: Illuminate
Specialty: Healer

Rank: Master

Appearance: The best way to describe Alexander is plain. He is neither good looking nor ugly. A skinny man standing at 6'0" tall, he is by no means physically imposing in anything other than possibly height. His brown hair is kept short and he keeps no facial hair. His eyes are green and his heritage is clearly of the area around the academy in terms of features.

For clothing he wears plain white robes, specifically meant to be plain and not give a sense that he thinks himself in any way above others. The look is carefully crafted to make him look like an unassuming man as opposed to a master mage. The only thing giving him away are a pair of metal suns attached to his shoulders. A gift from his family upon confirmation that he would be an Illuminate. He wears the symbols with pride and will never be seen without them.

Demeanor: Alexander is a calm man but one who dislikes unnecessary delays in accomplishing his goals. The quickest way to make Alexander act is to behave in a way which is overly cautious or skittish. He has seen far too many young healers get squeamish and freeze at the sight of people in pain to tolerate such paralyzing inaction. He knows he cannot be rash, but he also knows that in what he does every moment counts and must be made meaningful.

Alexander also has something of an adventurous spirit. The fact the academy is full of healers means that often the people who he could be helping are often those who don't actually need him specifically. Instead he has used his ability and what authority he can manage to venture out into the world and find people who desperately need his help and render them aid.

Overall, Alexander is driven by a desire to help and heal. He knows what he is good at and wants to use his abilities to their fullest to positive effect. He also wishes to accumulate and pass down knowledge in as many fields as possible. Himself having added multiple works and studies to the Academy libraries in his lifetime.

History: Alexander was born the son of a Smith and his wife. It was a recruiter who would eventually find Alexander and bring him to the Academy at the age of ten. Before this time he had done the same work as any child of a smith, light work, watching what his father did, and running various errands as needed. When he arrived at the academy he spent much of his time in the library, unsure of what else to do other than attend his studies at such a low level he began to read and learn. As his power and rank grew so did his responsibilities, when he wasn't found nose deep in a book he would be found at the healing facilities on campus, tending to any who he could help and acting as an assistant/gopher for the higher ranked healers. It was neither a long nor hard decision as to what his specialty would be. He remained in contact with his parents through letters all through his time as a Mage and an Adept, keeping appraised of what had happened to old friends of himself and his family as well as the general goings on of his home.

When he reached the rank of weaver however that changed, he began to venture back out into the world. Starting with occasional trips home, then to the surrounding area. He knew on an intellectual level that his skill set was likely needed more out in the world than in the halls of the academy, but seeing it first hand was a realization on an entirely different level. Being on his own or under light supervision to help villages hit by plague or those who had grievously injured themselves at home or on battlefields awakened him to the need to not simply study and work his way up through the ranks, but actively apply that knowledge whenever he could.

Upon reaching the rank of master at age 35 he technically gained the title Medicinae Lux "of the healing light" making Alexander Smith Medicinae Lux. However amongst some of the masters he came to be known as having the joking title Errantem Lux "of the wandering light" as he very often was nowhere to be found. However he always had systems in place that his absence was never felt particularly hard or long. He of course remained up to date of the business that required his attention as best he could, but he was not about to ignore the plight of those who needed his help most. In a world such as this, it was a list that had no end. He is currently back at the academy, bringing with him as he so often does fresh recruits for the academy. While never his primary mission, he always keeps an eye out for those who were academy material and bringing them to receive the training they both needed and deserved.

Elementals: The Scarred World

Completely interested.

Forgotten Realms: The Viscount's Crusade

Umm Eranah had only thought the line about the Pelor, Lathander naming discrepency so I don't know why he brought that up.

Forgotten Realms: The Viscount's Crusade

Pelor, an odd name for Lathander, but it must be a local version. The humans do rename their gods by region, funny thing about them. Eranah thought but specifically did not say. Instead she simply remained quiet for must of the discussion. Vis' lisp didn't bother her one way or the other, it was an imperfection surely but the world outside the astral sea had plenty of those. Though since the others were engaging him she figured she may as well chime in once some of the others had spoken their piece. ------- Lily had rejoined the group by now, climbing in the front of the cart with Korick. While she wasn't ranged, the sight of a heavily armored paladin wouldn't be uncommon and may deter attack. When the conversation began she spoke up. "You should get rid of the lisp. There's no way it can be that helpful to you. Besides, why are you turning down healing in the first place? Seems foolish even if you want to carry the scars of battle." She said in a tone that while backing her up, did reflect some of the new found respect she had for him after their earlier encounter. -------- Eranah felt now was probably a good time to speak. "I won't force him to receive healing he doesn't want if my inaction doesn't harm him. As for my personal feelings, while life may be easier without the injury, he has every right to keep his scars if he so chooses."