PÓLEMOS - A Medieval War/ Intrigues Game (Sandbox, Extreme, Recruiting)

[FlowerMagnolia]

PÓLEMOS
(Greek: Πόλεμος Pólemos; "war")

OOC Thread
Approved Characters
Worldbuilding (See here for detailed information on the places, houses etc.)
IC - The Southern Sphere
IC - The Northern Sphere

The Great War is finally over. The realm is left in nothing more than shattered pieces, reeking like treachery and greed. I have heard children and babies crying. I have seen more blood than ever before. I have touched wounded flesh. There is finally peace in Pólemos, but this is not the end. I sense that an even tougher storm is coming which will exhaust the Kingdom even more. This was not the last fight. There may be peace in Pólemos for the moment, but it will not last. Beware, I can feel it in my old bones. – Taken from Prophecies by Sage Grant Williams

STORY PREMISE

Set in a medieval and fantasy-themed world, this story combines both the traditional plot of two diverged families and the wonder of witches (for more information, please see the timeline and power explanation below). The story will revolve around the central conflict, spiced with a bit of fantasy, intrigues and sex. I can say that I hope for it to be as exciting as Game of Thrones, though if that is not the case, I am fine with it. This is a sandbox role play, and I thus gladly ask for your input and even a Co-GM if you’re interested. The two families mentioned below will fight for dominance in Pólemos and your character can be part of their royal court or take the role of a witch/warlock. I welcome your ideas of new cities, places or cultural aspect of this story. Main places like the royal courts still have to be made!

That being said, this role play will be considered EXTREME, including everything that word connotates; rape, sub-con, blood etc. This story will deal with war and that means no shyness towards violence or ‘foul’ play. But since creating such a world on my own has proven difficult over the years, I am inclined to accept someone as my Co-GM. We will make sure that there are no Mary-Sues or people trying to change the game right into their favor. This also means, that despite the label ‘extreme’, everything which is not consensual, either sexual or in other ways, should be discussed beforehand. The GMs will make sure that the fun over the course of the story remains!


TIMELINE

Year Zero   
The Year Pólemos is believed to have been created by powerful witches

Year 67
First dated human-written scroll found

Year 245
Emergence of House Vasselle in the Northern Sphere

Year 260
Emergence of House Fairwood in the Southern Sphere

Year 274
Both Great Houses sign the first treaty which seals the land boundaries, as well as the sovereignty of the other. Land boundaries are left fairly open for trade, but the unity Pólemos once enjoyed is thus forgotten

Year 428
“Doom Day”. House Vasselle, led by King Zaro, marches south to invade the Southern Sphere. Whispers of hidden gold resources under the String Mountains caused this invasion upon the former ally. Being unprepared for war, House Fairwood loses the fight within weeks. King Yiuh of House Fairwood swore his allegiance upon a dagger being held to his throat, promising to share the gold underneath the String Mountains. Another treaty is signed, forcing House Fairwood’s submission. King Zaro is crowned Emperor.

Year 429
True to their family device, The South prevails, the reluctance and defiance in the noble houses to obey the Vasselle’s laws grew. Unbeknownst to King Yiuh, the Fairwood nobility began to deliberately keep masses of gold for themselves, transporting and spreading it evenly to the great names. Their smuggling abilities proved to be astounding, so next to gold, the nobility started to smuggle other things, such as spices, books and other metal.

Year 431
Hatred and treachery manifests itself in both Houses. Emperor Zaro rules with an iron fist, demanding more and more tributes from the Fairwood family. It is commonly believed that Zaro was under the influence of a woman with magical abilities – a witch – who compelled him to do everything to her bidding. Zaro soon earned the nickname ‘The Impulsive’ in the ranks of his own nobility. Zaro began to spread lies about House Fairwood, which he demanded to be written down and be kept in books.

Year 475
With both Emperor Zaro and King Yiuh dead, Pólemos flourished under a new emperor. Smuggling never stopped. Lies of the Fairwoods imprinted themselves in the heads of the Vasselle’s, so that the mistrust between the families grew, despite a new age.

Year 548
Character Traits of the Fairwoods – the book commissioned by Emperor Zaro – finds its way into the Southern Sphere in a smuggling act. Queen Reila of Fairwood, appalled by the words on the page, calls for the noble houses to come together to discuss further actions. Altogether, they come to the agreement to shut the border completely and cancel the contract which makes King Paulus the legal Emperor of Pólemos. With all trade stopped, both Spheres experienced the dark times.

Years 548 – 576
With the borders shut, the Northern Sphere survived by fishing but suffered from severe starvation periods during winter nevertheless. Even with a hotter climate, the Southern Sphere could not rely on fishing, as their shores were mostly too dangerous for any ships to be set into the sear. But with a better climate, they harvested more and were able to save some for the winter. It was hardly enough. Only the smuggled gold kept the nobility nourished, but the Kingdom suffered great losses.

Year 583
Queen Reila is assassinated while being on a diplomatic mission to the Northern Sphere. With both King Paulus (who died only days before under precarious circumstances) and Queen Reila dead, the realm is left in ruins. The Fairwoods declare war on the Vasselles. The Great War begins.

Year 615
The Peace Treaty is signed. After heavy losses on both sides, the Vasselles and the Fairwoods agree on their sovereignty once more. Open trade is re-introduced, but the tensions and old issues had not been addressed. Pólemos’ history seems to be repeated again and again, but this time, the peace lasts longer than anyone expected.

Year 797
The Game begins.


Ecology, economics and other information
Pólemos’ ecology equals the climate we can find on earth. It is colder in the Northern Sphere, though not necessarily unbearable. The temperate along the String Mountains, though, can sometimes exceed over 45° Celsius and can make life in the far south impossible in those weeks. Heavy storms can plague the coastline in the Southern Sphere, which makes sailing deadly. For roughly 9 months in a year, the climate is well enough for crops to grow.
The main currency is gold, though trading dominates the most part of Pólemos. Economically, the Southern Sphere profits from the gold resources under the String Mountains but the Northern Sphere can compete with its extraordinary plantations of potatoes. Though, the positive economic position of the Fairwood House mostly developed from the illegal smuggling of the nobility. Smuggling includes everything, even humans.
Education is only offered to nobility or to people of high status. Books are highly valued in both Spheres.


A Role in The House Vasselle
House Vasselle – the pride and joy of the Northern Sphere – is the oldest noble house which emerged in the north. It has earned prestige and power over the years, always overpowering other smaller houses in the Northern Sphere. No other house ever doubts the legality of the next King or Queen in line. Despite some questionable Emperors in the history of the great house, Zaro and other successors, House Vasselle had always managed to manipulate its subjects into submission. Will this tradition continue? Or is the precarious connection to witchcraft of the northern houses going to be their downfall?


A Role in The House Fairwood
The royal bloodline, the Fairwoods, has never been the house’s greatest forte. Instead, the King or Queen have always relied on the powerful noble houses, which were holding more power in their hands than the houses in the north. The Fairwoods are considered to be just, careful and sometimes, weak, leaders. Over the course of history, royalty was influenced by the rich and powerful, but the noble houses have never dared to overthrow the dynasty. The South will only prevail if they all stand together. Or are the noble houses gathering together to plan a coup? Are there secret admirers of Zaro’s dynasty in their ranks?


The Role of Witches/warlocks and their powers
Witches or warlocks draw powers from earth. Their existence is a mystery for the inhabitants of Pólemos but their mystery is also a reason for the great interest in their powers. However, their powers are limited (I will only allow very limited powers as the most interesting thing about witches is their struggle and their manipulation techniques). Witches/warlock possess the power of manipulation of those who trust them through small mind tricks. Their voice, let alone their existence, can be enough for a victim to fall for the smallest of orders. Witches/warlocks have had a hard time living over the almost 800 years, for people hunted them down in fear of their powers. It seems that all witchcraft was removed from the Southern Sphere, and that the Vasselle bloodline was uncannily more affected by witches than any other house. Is the origin of this peculiar gift in the Northern Sphere? Was the first Vasselle King a warlock?

Character Sheet

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This is an interest check! Please do ask any questions you might have below. I'd be only too happy to answer!

[FlowerMagnolia]

Needed Characters


We're still looking for players! Some people left this game, but we want to keep this going! (Don't worry, the game is not far yet, it's easy to catch up!)

We need nobles/characters in the North. If you're interested, please post your ideas here in the thread :)

[FlowerMagnolia]

Here you have an example of a character sheet

Eleanore Fairwood

ELEANORE FAIRWOOD

Title(s): Princess of House Fairwood
Age: 22
Political Position Next in line to wear the Fairwood crown; future Queen


Physical Appearance
The Princess stands at roughly 5’6 ft but compensates her height with a pair of small heels. Her fiery red hair stands out from most of the nobility which roams the Fairwood court, even though she has her hair mostly tied into a bun with loose strands falling into her face. People speaking to her would mostly notice a piece of jewelry around her long, slim neck. She hides her trained body underneath simple, yet beautiful gowns. She dresses herself in her favorite colors; marine, dark green or bordeaux colors and never wears too much makeup. Despite her size, she can show off her sumptuous breasts and delicate – untouched – curves. The paleness of her skin can be explained with her position, for she rarely leaves the court, even though she lives in the sunny south.

Personality
Don’t her appearance fool you. Being the Princess of Fairwood also means physical training, which she hides successfully under expensive robes. Eleanore won’t hesitate to give backtalk to anyone who does not respect her or who disrespects her family. She knows well enough that Fairwoods were known for their weak character traits when it comes to ruling the Southern Sphere, but she has made it upon herself to change that misconception. She is strong willed and feisty, sprinkled with the slightest bit of stubbornness. Nevertheless, she is loyal to her bloodline and heritage and sometimes still naïve, given her age. Just because she carries her slogan ‘I am not like my ancestors’ everywhere she goes, that does not mean that she cannot be manipulated. She grew up under the influence of the nobility and thus embodies some of their views. Despite her harshness towards critics or unknown people, she greets everyone with open arms. Due to her loyalty to her family, she despises the Vasselle House from head to toe. She has read the Character Traits of the Fairwoods herself and has sworn that she would never let anyone ever allow from the Northern Sphere to subdue the Southern Sphere again.

Backstory
Eleanore was an eager young woman. She had found her passion for Pólemos’ history at a fairly young age and thus buried herself in books and scrolls. The nobility had always compared her to her mother, Queen Luna, who had passed her historical interest on to her daughter. Luna died when Eleanore was only 10, in 785. Nobody was able to explain her death, plus there were rumors that the Vasselle family had managed to smuggle poison into the Southern Sphere. Being devastated at her funeral, Eleanore developed an even deeper hate for the Vasselles.

Nevertheless, the next 12 years passed by unsurprisingly peacefully. She was mostly kept in the safe walls of the court, always supervised by guards of her father. She lived under constant surveillance and had to abide by harsh rules. She was not allowed to leave the castle under any circumstances, as well as not being allowed to everything without it being tested for poison beforehand. Etiquette and education, thus, played a huge part in her life as the Princess. Next to formal meetings and political discussions, she learned the art of physical fighting to be able to defend herself in any case of emergency. She knows that her time as Queen has almost arrived.

Intentions
Eleanore wants to have vengeance and is willing to do whatever it takes to make House Vasselle pay for their sins.

Possible connections/scenes
A possible love interest (could also be her enemy… and a forbidden love story evolves!)
Her father?
Nobility at court (someone who she confides in, someone who watched her growing up. Or a friend)
An enemy (someone who wants her dead… to drive the Southern Sphere into ruins)

Ons/ offs
Eleanore is still a virgin, so she barely has an idea of what a sexual life could look like. (but she is definitely not a dominatrix in bed, I can tell you that 😉 )
FlowerMagnolia’s Ons and Offs

Faceclaim
Jane Levy

[ElayneTrakand]

I am interested! Would we be allowed to have two characters? I would want one slave to be used and abused as the other players like ;P and another character to actually make an impact on political ongoings. Although, if I had to choose, slave all the way!

[FlowerMagnolia]

I am interested! Would we be allowed to have two characters? I would want one slave to be used and abused as the other players like ;P and another character to actually make an impact on political ongoings. Although, if I had to choose, slave all the way!

Wohoo! Hello :)

I am not even sure yet if there's going to be slavery. And if so, it has to be tactical and serve the plot line of the story. I will have to take a look at your character once I upload the sheets :)

[BlueEyedBard]

I will also plant an interest flag.
A little warlockery among the Vasselle nobility sounds like it'd be fun ^•^

[FlowerMagnolia]

I will also plant an interest flag.
A little warlockery among the Vasselle nobility sounds like it'd be fun ^•^

Hiya!
And yes, I thought that too

Note for all: You may all reserve a character either of the Vasselle court or the Fairwood one. Just that we have an overview of the balance so far, even if nothing is fleshed out yet.

[BlueEyedBard]

Ok, I'm not sure if I saw what the current house structure looks like, but I was wanting to go in a direction of a prince sort of position, but younger, maybe even once removed from the main bloodline so not really in line for the throne. But had a witch for a nanny his whole life who saw the potential in him and secretly taught him to be a warlock. Now he uses that to claw his way to the top...

You know, that sort of thing.

[FlowerMagnolia]

Ok, I'm not sure if I saw what the current house structure looks like, but I was wanting to go in a direction of a prince sort of position, but younger, maybe even once removed from the main bloodline so not really in line for the throne. But had a witch for a nanny his whole life who saw the potential in him and secretly taught him to be a warlock. Now he uses that to claw his way to the top...

You know, that sort of thing.

Nice! I deliberately left the current house strucuture out of the timeline as I want us to create the structure by creating characters, if that makes sense.

If you like, I can reserve A Warlock in the Vasselle House for you. I will add my idea shortly as well. :)

[BlueEyedBard]

Ok sure, that sounds good.

[FlowerMagnolia]

Edit: I already added a character sheet and my own character for more references. I believe that an example makes it a bit more intriguing and easier to imagine what the story is going to be about!

[greypsychman]

I would be interested in the game. I was thinking that my character could be a captain of the guard for one of the major houses.

[FlowerMagnolia]

I would be interested in the game. I was thinking that my character could be a captain of the guard for one of the major houses.

Lovely, I'll reserve that character for you! :)

[Esmeralgirl]

Damn! This story gonna be water for my thirst of playing out a femme fatale in medieval fantasy.
I would love to play a female noble house leader in the Fair wood side who is plotting to control the kingdom directly because she despise the current Monarchs? (I am going for Melisande Shahrizai) and if it is possible, then she may also end up with Eleanore . Though if now, then that is awesome too.

[FlowerMagnolia]

Damn! This story gonna be water for my thirst of playing out a femme fatale in medieval fantasy.
I would love to play a female noble house leader in the Fair wood side who is plotting to control the kingdom directly because she despise the current Monarchs? (I am going for Melisande Shahrizai) and if it is possible, then she may also end up with Eleanore . Though if now, then that is awesome too.

Well, then I am glad to give you the necessary groundwork for your fantasy

Also, your idea sounds amazing! It is exactly the drama I was planning for this story. If you want, I can reserve your character idea?

[Esmeralgirl]

Well, then I am glad to give you the necessary groundwork for your fantasy

Also, your idea sounds amazing! It is exactly the drama I was planning for this story. If you want, I can reserve your character idea?

Awesome ! I will work on the character. So, yes go ahead on the reservation
And send me the groundwork in the message box ;-)

[Esmeralgirl]

Here presenting Thyia!

Thyia Biétrix

Thyia Biétrix

Title(s): Mistress
Age: 30
Political Position Noble


Physical Appearance
Thyia is a distinctive person both in physical appearance and in her personality. She stands around 5’8” in height and may not be the most buxom person which a lot of male peers’ desire but all of is made up in the form of her other physical characteristics. She can be seen floating around the royal areas in long gowns and dressed, with minimum of jewellery but her cold blue eyes seems to stare down into a person’s soul. Whoever sees her for the first time will describe her voluptuous, but all of this is hiding her other distinctive feature. She has been training in close ranged combat and all that work has helped her body stay fit and strong. Though it is rarely a training she has been made to use in the past very much

Personality
Anyone who looks at her can see her fierceness which she wore proudly yet those who knows her will label her as someone who cares for people. She is conniving, master in deceiving people to serve her purpose but that is something not many knows. From years she has been plotting to overthrow the current monarch whom she seems as cowardly and weak, unable to lead his people to victory. For those in power, if her intentions be known she will be called a traitor, but she is not one. Her thirst for power comes from seeing the how bad the monarchs are in ruling and helping their country grow. By the number of resources Southern sphere have, they can rule the world but here they are, playing the role of glorified peacemakers.

Backstory
Thyia belongs to one of the most influential noble houses of the southern sphere, The house of Biétrix. Her ancestors made their fortune by controlling a vast majority of the gold and spices smuggling centuries ago which have flourished even now. This life of luxury afforded her the amount of time needed to dedicate herself in studying the wild life, especially plants and also training in combat as she was always fascinated whenever she saw soldiers and warriors fighting. It was so primal and brutal that she was instantly drawn to it but her dedication came when her brother and father were killed by those in power in the Northern Sphere. With no one else but her mother, she slowly started to gather power herself and her mother seeing that Thyia craved power and control, happily relinquished it to her. Now her mother just leads a retired life in the house while Thyia plots to take over the control.
But no matter how strong, how cunning you are there is always one weakness to your plans and her weakness is the Princess of Southern Sphere, Eleanore Fairwood. Thyia have longed for her from as long as she can remember with Thyia seeing the Eleanore not only grow into a woman but into a woman of power. She has seen her practise in the grounds and since she herself knows the combat was allowed to watch over the young Princess. From what she have felt, it is not one sided either as power sizzles between them whenever both of them are near each other. Now she may decide to choose one, The throne or the woman she loves or find a way to claim both.

Intentions
What she need was clear to her in the form of the royal throne but with Eleanore in picture even she may have trouble understanding her own intentions

Possible connections/scenes
Conspiracy, treason and definitely her love interest, to see will it lead to betrayal and hatred or what

Ons/ offs
(Character’s O/Os)
https://www.f-list.net/c/esm

Faceclaim
Dakota Johnson

[BlackStone]

I must give this some thought when I am at less sleep deprived

[FlowerMagnolia]

Here presenting Thyia!

Thyia Biétrix

Thyia Biétrix

Title(s): Mistress
Age: 30
Political Position Noble


Physical Appearance
Thyia is a distinctive person both in physical appearance and in her personality. She stands around 5’8” in height and may not be the most buxom person which a lot of male peers’ desire but all of is made up in the form of her other physical characteristics. She can be seen floating around the royal areas in long gowns and dressed, with minimum of jewellery but her cold blue eyes seems to stare down into a person’s soul. Whoever sees her for the first time will describe her voluptuous, but all of this is hiding her other distinctive feature. She has been training in close ranged combat and all that work has helped her body stay fit and strong. Though it is rarely a training she has been made to use in the past very much

Personality
Anyone who looks at her can see her fierceness which she wore proudly yet those who knows her will label her as someone who cares for people. She is conniving, master in deceiving people to serve her purpose but that is something not many knows. From years she has been plotting to overthrow the current monarch whom she seems as cowardly and weak, unable to lead his people to victory. For those in power, if her intentions be known she will be called a traitor, but she is not one. Her thirst for power comes from seeing the how bad the monarchs are in ruling and helping their country grow. By the number of resources Southern sphere have, they can rule the world but here they are, playing the role of glorified peacemakers.

Backstory
Thyia belongs to one of the most influential noble houses of the southern sphere, The house of Biétrix. Her ancestors made their fortune by controlling a vast majority of the gold and spices smuggling centuries ago which have flourished even now. This life of luxury afforded her the amount of time needed to dedicate herself in studying the wild life, especially plants and also training in combat as she was always fascinated whenever she saw soldiers and warriors fighting. It was so primal and brutal that she was instantly drawn to it but her dedication came when her brother and father were killed by those in power in the Northern Sphere. With no one else but her mother, she slowly started to gather power herself and her mother seeing that Thyia craved power and control, happily relinquished it to her. Now her mother just leads a retired life in the house while Thyia plots to take over the control.
But no matter how strong, how cunning you are there is always one weakness to your plans and her weakness is the Princess of Southern Sphere, Eleanore Fairwood. Thyia have longed for her from as long as she can remember with Thyia seeing the Eleanore not only grow into a woman but into a woman of power. She has seen her practise in the grounds and since she herself knows the combat was allowed to watch over the young Princess. From what she have felt, it is not one sided either as power sizzles between them whenever both of them are near each other. Now she may decide to choose one, The throne or the woman she loves or find a way to claim both.

Intentions
What she need was clear to her in the form of the royal throne but with Eleanore in picture even she may have trouble understanding her own intentions

Possible connections/scenes
Conspiracy, treason and definitely her love interest, to see will it lead to betrayal and hatred or what

Ons/ offs
(Character’s O/Os)
https://www.f-list.net/c/esm

Faceclaim
Dakota Johnson

Thyia is, of course, approved! Can't wait to have these two mingling together!! Also, once more people have submitted their characters, I will create an approved character thread, as well as an OOC.

[FlowerMagnolia]

I must give this some thought when I am at less sleep deprived

Throws some confetti.

We never had a group game together!

[Esmeralgirl]

Thyia is, of course, approved! Can't wait to have these two mingling together!! Also, once more people have submitted their characters, I will create an approved character thread, as well as an OOC.

awesome cant wait to have tense moments with Eleanore of course <3

[FlowerMagnolia]

awesome cant wait to have tense moments with Eleanore of course <3

I am sure we'll have plenty of those

[greypsychman]

Here is my character.

Falko Wallstein

Title(s): Sir
Age: 30
Position: Captain of  Fairwood  Household Guard

Physical Appearance
Falko is 6’ 1” tall and weighs 210 pounds. He has dark hair with a beard and green eyes. . Falko has an athletic, muscular build but moves with some surprising agility. He has scars from battle wounds on his abdomen and another one on his right shoulder.

Personality:
Falko is friendly and has generally optimistic viewpoint. He tends to see the best in people. This trait can make him appear a little naïve and he can be easily deceived. He is a brave and courageous fighter who firmly believes in justice for all and treating others with respect. He is well liked and respected by the soldiers in his command.

Backstory
Falko’s birth had complications which almost killed his mother, Alyce, and him as well because he was born quite early. His immediate family consists of his parents, Karsten and Alyce, as well as and three older sisters, Judyth, Karin, and Dyana. His sisters are now married and have families of their own. Karsten was a soldier in the Fairwood Guard and his mother was a seamstress who did much of the repairwork for the Fairwood family.

During his early childhood, Falko was made the butt of many jokes by both friends and family because of his naivety. He always believed the best in people so it was easy for others to play pranks, or dupe him. When he was about 16 years old, Falko saved Brynn Rudel, who was a cousin of Lord Gregor Rudel, from being taken hostage by a bandit raiding party. After Brynn had been abducted, Falko encountered the party of bandits who kidnapped her and did battle with them. He slowed the bandits down enough so rescuers could arrive. Even though Falko was badly wounded in the abdomen, he managed to fight on until the rest of the patrol arrived and killed the bandits. Tthey brought the wounded Falko and the Lady Brynn back to the Rudel castle. That led to Falko becoming a squire of Ser Marlon Rudel who trained Falko in fighting skills, tournament skills, and etiquette. When Falko reached 19 years old, Ser Marlon Manderly knighted him because the young man was now too skilled to simply be a squire.  Falko left Castle Rudel and returned to the Castle of House Fairwood. During  the next 4 years, Falko improved his fighting skills even more. Now, 23 years old, Falko was with the a Fairwood guard patrol and they were attacked in the night by an enemy raiding party. The fighting was fierce and Falko saved his Captain’s life during the fighting. In his fight, while saving the Captain, Falko was severely wounded in his right shoulder. The Captain rewarded Falko by making him his second in command. Finally after 7 more years of loyal service, Falko became the Captain of the Fairwood Household Guard.

Intentions
Falko loyally serves the Fairwoods and the South. His hope is to earn a title, lands, and power to move up in the ranks of the nobility.

Possible connections/scenes
As Captain of the Fairwood Household Guard, Falko may be like an older brother or advisor to Eleanore.

As Captain of the Fairwood Household Guard, Falko may be seen as a useful pawn/ ally in Thyia’s plans

Ons/ offs
(Character’s O/Os)
https://elliquiy.com/forums/onsoffs.php?u=60343 

Faceclaim
Liam Garrigan

[FlowerMagnolia]

Here is my character.

Falko Wallstein

Title(s): Sir
Age: 30
Position: Captain of  Fairwood  Household Guard

Physical Appearance
Falko is 6’ 1” tall and weighs 210 pounds. He has dark hair with a beard and green eyes. . Falko has an athletic, muscular build but moves with some surprising agility. He has scars from battle wounds on his abdomen and another one on his right shoulder.

Personality:
Falko is friendly and has generally optimistic viewpoint. He tends to see the best in people. This trait can make him appear a little naïve and he can be easily deceived. He is a brave and courageous fighter who firmly believes in justice for all and treating others with respect. He is well liked and respected by the soldiers in his command.

Backstory
Falko’s birth had complications which almost killed his mother, Alyce, and him as well because he was born quite early. His immediate family consists of his parents, Karsten and Alyce, as well as and three older sisters, Judyth, Karin, and Dyana. His sisters are now married and have families of their own. Karsten was a soldier in the Fairwood Guard and his mother was a seamstress who did much of the repairwork for the Fairwood family.

During his early childhood, Falko was made the butt of many jokes by both friends and family because of his naivety. He always believed the best in people so it was easy for others to play pranks, or dupe him. When he was about 16 years old, Falko saved Brynn Rudel, who was a cousin of Lord Gregor Rudel, from being taken hostage by a bandit raiding party. After Brynn had been abducted, Falko encountered the party of bandits who kidnapped her and did battle with them. He slowed the bandits down enough so rescuers could arrive. Even though Falko was badly wounded in the abdomen, he managed to fight on until the rest of the patrol arrived and killed the bandits. Tthey brought the wounded Falko and the Lady Brynn back to the Rudel castle. That led to Falko becoming a squire of Ser Marlon Rudel who trained Falko in fighting skills, tournament skills, and etiquette. When Falko reached 19 years old, Ser Marlon Manderly knighted him because the young man was now too skilled to simply be a squire.  Falko left Castle Rudel and returned to the Castle of House Fairwood. During  the next 4 years, Falko improved his fighting skills even more. Now, 23 years old, Falko was with the a Fairwood guard patrol and they were attacked in the night by an enemy raiding party. The fighting was fierce and Falko saved his Captain’s life during the fighting. In his fight, while saving the Captain, Falko was severely wounded in his right shoulder. The Captain rewarded Falko by making him his second in command. Finally after 7 more years of loyal service, Falko became the Captain of the Fairwood Household Guard.

Intentions
Falko loyally serves the Fairwoods and the South. His hope is to earn a title, lands, and power to move up in the ranks of the nobility.

Possible connections/scenes
As Captain of the Fairwood Household Guard, Falko may be like an older brother or advisor to Eleanore.

As Captain of the Fairwood Household Guard, Falko may be seen as a useful pawn/ ally in Thyia’s plans

Ons/ offs
(Character’s O/Os)
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Faceclaim
Liam Garrigan

Falko is approved! Glad to have him in the Fairwood house! :)

[FlowerMagnolia]

@everyone I did some work! Let me introduce you to the City of Cheburn in the Southern Sphere! The brown building is the Fairwood castle btw