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• Essence: Dynamic
  Riding the flames of change, the soul drives this character to strive, alter, tear down, and create. Restless and capricious, he embodies the dynamic urge of chaos and wonder. Taken to an extreme, this type of soul drives the mystic who gibbers at the edge of the world; more often, it tantalizes many a learned sage with teh promise of novelty and the thrill of rebellion.
  
  
• Nature: Sage
  The Inner Self of this character, who excels in learning, yet is hindered by distance. In the quest for knowledge, he has become distant and remote to those who would seek to become his friends.
  
  
• Demeanor: Renunciate
  The Outer Self, displayed to the world. For whatever reason, he had left behind someone or something that was very important to him. Whatever it was, he no longer wants any part of it - even when it comes back to haunt him. Determination is a strength claimed by this character, yet he is hounded by the guilt of his past decisions.
  
  Personality / Battle Theme:
  
  
  
  Family: Renounced
  Enemies: Get In Line.
  
  
  Skills:
  His Swordfighting style is retained from his training with the Royal Knights of the Phalanx, which practice a combat style reminiscent of the 14th C. Kunst de Fechtens.
  

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• Essence: Castellum
  The urges of his soul drives Auriel to safeguard the land, bringing order to chaos. Comforting, ordered and meticulous, he weaves webs of security in all his doings. Without people such as him, Creation would spiral into madness.
  
  
• Nature: Guardian
  Possessed of an inner strength and determination, driven by either love or duty, he is compelled to protect his charges, be it the weak, his lord, his faith, or his family. In his hands, Strength becomes more than an attribute; it is his duty to use it for the good of all (or at least on his loved ones' behalf). However, Rage might undo him if he isn't careful. It's hard to use himself as a shield without getting angry with the attackers - or occasionally resenting those under his protection. Even the calmest soul may grow disgusted, and in a moment of anger, destroy all he defends.
  
  
• Demeanor: Martyr
  Auriel would rather die than renounce his beliefs. He would rather give than take. He's never one to allow others to go without, preferring to share what little he has. From his sacrifices, others may prosper. What more could anyone want? His power is his Devotion. by setting an example for others, he upholds the tenets of his faith, or eases the suffering the world is heir to. However, his acts of Self-Sacrifice is well and good so long as he can walk away afterward and give of himself again later. In an age of violence, it's all too easy to throw his life away. If he were to do that, however, the world would be poorer for the waste.
  
  Battle Theme, pre - timeskip:
  
  Personality / Battle Theme, post - timeskip:
  
  
  Family:
  Steppenwolf, son of Edmund (father)
  "Terminus" (elder brother)
  Moonwatcher, son of Steppenwolf (younger brother, Knuckles' direct ancestor)
  
  Enemies: "Th' enemies o' m'lord'll be made 'is footstool. By moi 'and, Oi swear it."
  
  
  Skills:
  His Swordfighting style was gained from his training with the Royal Knights of the Phalanx, which practice a combat style reminiscent of the 14th C. Kunst de Fechtens.
  
  Kunst de Fechtens
  Composed in the Middle High German language of the mid to late-14th Century, The Art of Fencing is perhaps one of the greatest Western Martial Arts ever created. Originally founded by who is considered to be the Father of the German School of Swordsmanship, Johannes Liechtenauer, the Art of Fencing was the most deadly and versatile fighting style of its time, becoming obsolete with the advent of affective firearms.
  
  The rote mastery of this fighting style allowed one to fight anyone, ranging from peasantry to fully armored knights from on foot, on a mount, and with either a longsword, spear, sword and shield, daggers, two-handed swords, and barehanded. Using the basic principles of attack first, defend by counter-attacking, stay near the opponent’s weapon, and use strength against weakness and weakness against strength, and the basic philosophy of maintaining the initiative, the practicioner of this fighting style was almost undefeated in one-on-one combat. Many modern martial artists have declared this style to be the Western equal of Japanese samurai swordsmanship.
  
  in other words, if drawn to a fight he will always maintain the initiative by attacking no matter what. He does not stand with an opponent with swords locked, glaring at each other; he slides his sword down in an attempt to cut off his opponent's hand or fingers; he deflects his opponent's sword to the side and runs to the flank, trying to cut the neck or an arm or leg; or he may drop his sword entirely and grapple his opponent to the ground and fight there.
  
  
  Magick Disciplines:
  Chaos Discipline - Level 4 - Cypher the Inner Pattern
  
  Elemental Lores - Air, Fire, Water, Earth
  
  Description: At Level 4, Auriel can affect in-animate objects and other living things, and can cause effects within a small area (depending on the amount of preparation beforehand.) He has learned to shift the Elements under his command in other things, making an object blaze with power or disappear into nothing. The former effect strengthens an item, making blades that cannot break or wood that cannot burn, for example. The latter effect consumes the target; lesser things suffer damage until it falls apart, shattering like glass and fading from existence. It takes a lot of effort to destroy a large or strong or large item, but many smaller smaller items can be annihilated with similar efforts.
  
  
  Correspondence Discipline - Level 3 -Sight of Many Eyes
  Given enough concentration and effort, Auriel may step across great distances, or prevent others from doing the same. This difficult feat opens a gate just large enough for a single person, person-sized object, or several smaller ones, to enter.
  
  The caster may also, if he wishes, see several places at once. Each new landscape blends over the others, creating a ghostly vision or overlapping vistas (which might make keeping track of things difficult; a mage can see clearly in one scene for every point of Wits he possesses; after that, he's courting sensory overload and madness).
  
  Spirit Discipline - Level 3 - Reading the Bamboo Mat
  Like a pattern of reeds, the thoughts of other people becomes clear. Auriel can opens himself to emotions, and can scan whole thoughts from unshielded minds. With effort, he can also send brief but powerful impressions - one-word messages like "Help!" - or subtler emotions like sadness or joy. If another willworker joins him, the two may drop their shields and read each other's thoughts. Those shields reach a new level of power now; Auriel could disguise his aura, or erect a 'facade' or misleading impressions to fool other willworkers.
  
  For a brief moment (a turn or two), Auriel could move, strike or caress something in the Mists; with effort, he can call across the Gauntlet, too, attracting nearby spirits. Although the Gauntlet still defies him, Auriel may thin or thicken it at will. Regardless of the measure of success, he cannot break through the Gauntlet - yet.
  
  
  
  Personality Merits and Flaws
  
• Arcane Heritage -- He is the second son of Steppenwolf, the second Guardian of the Floating Island. As such, he was trained similar to his father, and so possesses similar characteristics.
  
  
• Title -- He is a member of the Royal Knights of the Phalanx, a former paramiltary group that was incorporated into the Amagan Empire centuries prior. Auriel currently holds the position of 'Captain of the Household Guard' in Amaga Vattello (pre-timeskip).
  
  
• Code of Honor
  Auriel has a personal code of ethics to which he strictly adheres. Because of this, he can automatically resist most temptations and subliminal suggestions that would bring him into conflict with this code.
  
  
• Concentration
  Auriel has the ability to focus his mind and shut out any distractions or annoyances, above and beyond normal discipline.
  
  
• Perfect Balance
  Auriel's sense of balance has achieved great heights by constant training and inherited traits. It is very unlikely that he will ever fall in his life. He may trip, but he will always catch himself before he fully loses his footing or handhold.
  
  
• Overconfident
  Auriel has an exaggerated and unshakable opinion of his own worth and capabilities - he never hesitates to trust his abilities, even in situations where he risks defeat. Because his abilities might not be enough, his overconfidence can be very dangerous. When he does fail, he quickly finds someone or something else to blame. If he is convincing enough, he can infect others with his overconfidence.
  
  
• Anachronism
  Auriel cannot operate modern machinery and weaponry. He may be familiar with name and form, however he lacks the proper training and common sense to use them.
  
  This lack of knowledge also extends to modern magickal artifacts and fetishes. While he may be familiar with the effect being generated, he cannot direct his magickal skill against the item itself; only the effect or spell being generated can be acted against.
  
  
• Chaos Discipline: Special Weakness
  Auriel was never formally trained within a school environment and therefore, requires more concentrating and time; he can only cast once every other turn. Because he is a spellcaster, he is also in danger of Backlash.
  
  
  Weapons:
  
• Hand-and-a-Half Sword
  The blade of his sword extends from just above his belt buckle to the bottom of his boots. The handle is missing half the length needed to comfortably wield with both hands, however the pommel is small enough to allow the ability to hold the sword with both hands.
  
  
• Modified Scutum Shield
  -This shield extends in dimensions, the width of Auriel's shoulders, and in height from the mid part of his head to his belt. There are two straps on the back side which, when used, loop over his forearm and is gripped in his left hand. there is also a long thin strap hooked to his shoulder armor plate, to prevent the shield from being lost.
  
  
• Lorenzoni Flintlock Repeater (carbine variation)
  
  
  

Eileanach

Feb 25 2011, 12:42 PM

Auriel is one bad mother f-... seriously he is a cool character problem with you having so much detail and magic uses in your games it's hard to know if they are over powered or not.

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• Essence: Primordial
  Deep as the endless waters, the soul of the Primordial Essence keeps its silence, sweeping a magus into its depths with seductive waves and currents. Though its grace seems Devil-sent, this urge is older than time and more eldritch than Arcadia. The magus thrives on mysteries; in the darkness of one's own mind, they craft a new Creation and watch the old one from afar. The magi with this manner of soul have a knowing way about them and seem ancient, even if they're young.
  
  
• Nature: Architect
  Chao'sindar is a designer and a creator. Nothing is as important to him as a lasting legacy, and he has devoted his life to establishing something of worth. Whatever his skills and actions, they help him leave a mark on the world. His strength is his Purpose. Most people are content to live their lives; Chao'sindar is determined to make improvements.
  
  
• Demeanor: Sage
  Chao'sindar is a very wise and learned person. He knows a great deal about his chosen fields of study and gives off the impression of solid common sense. People once came to him for advice, and it often pleased him to give it.
  
  Learning is a great tool - it's what separates us from the lower animals. It's also his greatest strength. Ever hungry for knowledge, life is a school to him, and class is always in session. His wisdom is often handicapped, however, by Distance. To him, everything is abstract; to others, he seems remote, impassive, and clinical. While it seems to strengthen his objectivity, his focus cuts him off from his surroundings.
  
  
  Personality Theme:
  
  Battle Theme: Due to his Geas, Chao'sindar actively seeks to avoid any situation where he would have to fight, let alone use his powers. If he ever did find fighting unavoidable, this would be his theme:
  
  
  
  Family:
  "I stopped counting long ago. It has been so long since I had my children, that my descendants are everywhere."
  
  Enemies:
  Ixis Mogul (former leader of the Empire of Ixis, former leader of the Order of Ixis)
  Daicronaith the Destroyer, leader of the Dark Emeralds of Chaos (former comrade)
  Damocles the Elder, leader of the Black Wizards of Mobius (former apprentice)
  "They, and all who follow them. So much loss.... so much sorrow...."
  
  
  
  Skills:
  Beyond count. While his memory is not perfect enough to provide total recall of all that he has learned, he has been around long enough to be familiar with form and function, and can spot derivative skills in those he meets.
  
  Magick Disciplines:
  
• Chaos Discipline - Level 9 - The Realm of the Archon
  
  Elemental Lores - Air, Fire, Water, Metal, Earth, Wood True Light
  
  Description: Chao'sindar can alter forces that affect the whole sections of the planet. He can manipulate the interaction of the elements, moving them closer to one another or separating them. He can briefly change how a universal force functions, or even invent an entirely new force (e.g. "This is the Force of Thon, which removes the distinctions of gender!").
  
  Chao'sindar can also toss his Backlash off into the ether. Those few who knows of this power theorize that this is what creates Paradox Spirits.
  
  
  
  
  Personality Merits and Flaws
  
• Arcane Heritage -- He is only one of two Archons of Chaos; his role, and that of the other Master Emeralds of Chaos, embodied the physical representation of the Cycle of Creation. His powers were bestowed upon him by the Ancient Walkers.
  
  
• Title -- Chao'sindar was the co-leader of the Fourteen Champions, and was the founder of the Seven Towers Concordat.
  
  
• Years of Wisdom -- Chao'sindar has seen and done almost everything imaginable.
  
  
• Wistful -- However uncomfortable and hectic his youthful days were, Chao'sindar still misses them. He has a tendency to drift off into recollections of the glory days, sometimes acting foolishly or becoming depressed. An exertion of Willpower usually puts aside his nostalgia, for a while...
  
  
• Student's Reputation -- Damocles the Elder was his first apprentice, and the first Leader of the Seven Towers Concordat, up until his betrayal and his siding with his former friend and comrade, Daicronaith the Destroyer. In the centuries since, Damocles has been a continuing source of discomfort and shame.
  
  
• Immortal Enemy -- None more grand, none more crafty than Ixis Mogul. Even though he was dethroned, Ixis has since continued to reclaim his past glories, with varying degrees of success.
  
  
• Geas -- When the Fourteen Champions were split by rebellion, Chao'sindar and the rest of his peers were chastised and restricted by the Ancient Walkers. Chao'sindar may never use his abilities in gross excess to whatever situation he finds himself, and he many never use his abilities offensively. Breaking these conditions results in an instant restriction of his abliities, the duration of which is dependent on how far he crossed the line.
  
  
  Weapons: None
  
  
  History:
  To know Chao'sindar is to know living history. He, and thirteen others were raised up by the Ancient Walkers to become the champions of their tribes in the fight against Ixis Mogul, and were each bonded with one of the Fourteen Progenitor Emeralds, the keystone of their powers. Under the banners of the Fourteen Champions, Ixis was dethroned and his empire dissolved.
  
  In the years that followed, the Fourteen Champions gathered together the members of the Chosen, and created a society just for them. It was Chao'sindar that christened the society, calling it The Seven Towers Concordat. When Ixis Mogul created the Order of Ixis, it was the Seven Towers Concordat which stood against it.
  
  When Daicronaith and six others representing the Cycle of Control rebelled against the Ancient Walkers, the Concordat was also split; the rebels being christened the Dark Emeralds of Chaos and the Black Wizards of Mobius, respectively. When the Fourteen Champions' powers were restricted, Chao'sindar remained a teacher and a guide for the remaining members of the Concordat.
  
  Chao'sindar's efforts were finally brought to ruin, in the last battle between the Fourteen Champions and their followers, four hundred years prior to the present time. Of that battle, only Chao'sindar remained, and only scattered remnants of the Seven Towers Concordat and the Black Wizards of Mobius survived. It was a chapter in history that was forever wiped from the minds of the survivors.
  
  Chao'sindar's remaining role in his life is to watch and observe, waiting for the Chosen Two, as prophesized by the Ancient Walkers, who would be able to heal the rift caused by the conflict between beings who once considered themselves brothers.
  Edited by Talancir D'Landior, May 17 2012, 06:07 AM.