ar]] and a mercenary in Bernicia, he is known for his unwavering loyalty to the Crown and his formidable skills as a warrior. Although of heroic bloodline, ... rned the art of shapeshifting common to others of his lineage.
=== Stories ===
They are in the story
... asdair V]] by killing the 5th Earl of Uisdean and his brother Fearchar after a dinner at Caer Suibhne,
p-cover operative within the narrative of 774 AM. His professional service involves gathering intellige... iolent ambush in the streets of the capital city. His ability to survive capture and reappear in high-r... ggest high intelligence and constant appraisal of his surroundings. Physically, he is described as bein... an artistic talent, which he uses as a cover for his reconnaissance work, often seen sketching rough i
streham|Estreham]] chapter of the Clewgist Faith. His function within the global narrative is that of the supreme surveyor; his professional service in mapping the known world h... ]] to maintain northern maritime hegemony. Beyond his technical contributions, he acts as a moral and tactical compass for the faith, with his teachings on "improvement through criticism" form
sentient sword [[:skyss:chars:jafnadr|Jafnadr]]. His memories with Jafnadr helped establish for Yngvil... ss:places:bot|Board of Trade]]. Within the story, his life and subsequent assassination provide the mor... ng nearly a century and a half old at the time of his death, his divine blood ensured he retained the appearance of a man in his early twenties. He was char
e King of Dael Riata, and the fifth of that name. His mother was the only child of Alasdair IV (reigned 700-739), and his father was a [[:skyss:chars:rojden|Skyssian merch... of King Harold VII of Bernicia (reigned 687-711, his grandmother was the second child. Alasdair V has ... King since he was three months old, and asserted his adulthood at the age of 15, having been through f
e King of Dael Riata, and the fifth of that name. His mother [[:skyss:chars:daels:caoimhe_ranald|Queen ... only child of Alasdair IV (reigned 700-739), and his father was a [[:skyss:chars:rojden|Skyssian merch... of King Harold VII of Bernicia (reigned 687-711, his grandmother was the second child. Alasdair V has ... King since he was three months old, and asserted his adulthood at the age of 15, having been through f
sional deception, stolen identity, and the use of his innate heroic talents. He is the architect of the upcoming royal union between his daughter and King Alasdair V, aimed at securing both his daughter’s future and the stability of the Bernic... rt and the University of Dalreoch while escorting his daughter to Dalreoch.
* **Function:** He serves
ntly a widower. He was married to Ealasaid Riata, his cousin and the sister of the 19th Duke of [[:skys... 43, born 731) Heir. He has one surviving child of his own, and was married to Raonaid [[:skyss:chars:da... ifth Earl. She died in childbirth giving birth to his daughter Raonaid (15, born 759). She is not yet b... er of the King's Lifeguard. Currently disowned by his father for having changed sides.
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rimate naval commander within the Skyssian fleet. His professional function is primarily logistical and... can bypass blockades and reach extraction points. His competence and loyalty to the Skyssian state make... 32%. Despite being over a century and a half old, his divine blood ensures he retains the physical vitality of a man in his prime. He is characterised by a well-groomed blac
to the title following the controversial death of his cousins, his primary narrative function is navigating the blood feud between his house and the Crown while maintaining the stabili... aired man with the first signs of grey showing at his temples. Born in 739, he was the grandson of the
ed Queen Caoimhe. Originally appointed because of his father’s connections he took the oath of service ... ed to be swayed by political considerations. When his father deposed the Queen he took up arms against ... han one heir of the great nobles met their end at his hands. Eventually Iain followed when the Queen w... before returning to Dalreoch. Out of favour with his father he didn’t hold much hope for being restore
e [[:skyss:places:cottalem|Kingdom of Cottalem]]. His work is defined by the maintenance of high-level ... Fierce]] and [[:skyss:chars:noren|Noren]], using his specialised detection gear to ensure the party wa... beard and hair, standing half a head taller than his partner [[:skyss:chars:arinhildr|Arinhildr]]. He ... n appearance to a bearded George Clooney. Despite his history as a member of a high-efficiency death sq
e [[:skyss:places:cottalem|Kingdom of Cottalem]], his function evolved from a simple riding instructor ... sanctuary of [[:skyss:places:estreham|Estreham]]. His presence offers a grounding contrast to the high-... g the siege of [[:skyss:places:beretha|Beretha]]. His temperament is defined by a blend of prudence and... talemnese town, the youngest son of an innkeeper. His childhood was spent in the stables, where he work
ost of [[:skyss:places:riggin_dale|Riggin Dale]], his professional work involves the monitoring of traf... a moustache and a dark blue jacket, which denotes his official status. Physically, he is noted for an i... e presents the image of a diligent civil servant, his true loyalties lie with a clandestine heroic fact... antly on the lookout for opportunities to improve his political standing.
===== Personal Life =====
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focus on the **practical maintenance of power**. His writings are essential study for administrators a... mercenaries and forced into exile. It was during his time in Chep Prium that he wrote his most famous works, intended as advice for future sovereigns to he... oid the downfall and betrayal he had experienced. His philosophy is defined by "armed diplomacy" and ru
