Post by Talwyn on Jun 3, 2009 9:32:13 GMT -5
Name: Gwilyim
Age: 29
Race: human
Physical Description:
Gwilyim has a sturdy build, and definitely looks like someone used to traveling. His long, blond hair is tied back in a pony tail. He has a thick, but close-trimmed beard. His brown eyes are friendly and he is quick to smile causing people to find his overall appearance to look friendly and warm. In terms of clothing, he always wears the green robes of his order. They are light enough to carry in the summer, yet can still keep enough of the cold at bay to survive harsh winters. The only other detail worthy of mentioning, is his staff. While the staff is made of wood, and has a few nice patterns crafted in it, it is actually the beautiful, sapphire blue crystal on top of it that makes it look noteworthy.
Gwilyim's familiar, is a beautiful hawk by the name of Ishalla. She has light slate gray feathers and a bleak, almost white abdomen. Her long tail is marked with thick black stripes and her head has a spot of black that makes it look like she is wearing a cowl. Combined with the white stripes above her red eyes, this gives her an intelligent but fierce look. She is also quite large with a length of 64cm (~25in) and her wingspan is 127cm(~50in).
Nobody remembers the original name of Ishalla's species, as today they are merely known as Raellag's Hawk. Raellag was the first person in the history of Ithir to bind his mind to a familiar and thus, the first person capable of using magic.
Personality:
Quick to smile and generally friendly, yet slightly careful. He enjoys seeing places he has not seen before and absolutely loves to study ancient ruins and the like. He dislikes violence of any sort, but will not hesitate to defend himself, or his hawk Ishalla, with all his might.
History:
Gwilyim was born 29 years ago in a far away land called Ithir. He had a normal childhood, with the exception of the visions he got during his dreams. This all started shortly before his 17th birthday. This power, known throughout Ithir as "the Sight", showed that he was marked by the goddess of magic. After sending word to the Order of Mages, the mage serving the region of Gwilyims hometown took him in as his official apprentice at Gwilyims 18th birthday.
He studied hard under Radomils guidance and at age 22 his hard work was rewarded handsomely. During their journey to the city of Estura for the annual midsummer Gathering of the Order he was chosen by Raellag's Hawk. These birds were named after the first Mage of Ithir, and being chosen by one was considered a sign of greatness.
Happiness did not last however. A few years later, things started to stir in Ithir. Both the people and the Mages started to become divided in a conflict started by two rival city's. The Gathering grew more and more hateful, as the Mages divided themselves between the conflict just like the people of the land. Gwilyim and only a handful of others remained neutral in the conflict. With civil war looming over the land, Gwilyim left Ithir after receiving a vision and much thought. He had no desire to abandon his friends and country, but with civil war all but imminent, he is glad he had the opportunity to leave. Staying would have meant either fighting former colleagues, or worse, citizens. His oath allowed neither. If his vision is to be believed however, there is a way to prevent this all and thus he set out on his journey.
Age: 29
Race: human
Physical Description:
Gwilyim has a sturdy build, and definitely looks like someone used to traveling. His long, blond hair is tied back in a pony tail. He has a thick, but close-trimmed beard. His brown eyes are friendly and he is quick to smile causing people to find his overall appearance to look friendly and warm. In terms of clothing, he always wears the green robes of his order. They are light enough to carry in the summer, yet can still keep enough of the cold at bay to survive harsh winters. The only other detail worthy of mentioning, is his staff. While the staff is made of wood, and has a few nice patterns crafted in it, it is actually the beautiful, sapphire blue crystal on top of it that makes it look noteworthy.
Gwilyim's familiar, is a beautiful hawk by the name of Ishalla. She has light slate gray feathers and a bleak, almost white abdomen. Her long tail is marked with thick black stripes and her head has a spot of black that makes it look like she is wearing a cowl. Combined with the white stripes above her red eyes, this gives her an intelligent but fierce look. She is also quite large with a length of 64cm (~25in) and her wingspan is 127cm(~50in).
Nobody remembers the original name of Ishalla's species, as today they are merely known as Raellag's Hawk. Raellag was the first person in the history of Ithir to bind his mind to a familiar and thus, the first person capable of using magic.
Personality:
Quick to smile and generally friendly, yet slightly careful. He enjoys seeing places he has not seen before and absolutely loves to study ancient ruins and the like. He dislikes violence of any sort, but will not hesitate to defend himself, or his hawk Ishalla, with all his might.
History:
Gwilyim was born 29 years ago in a far away land called Ithir. He had a normal childhood, with the exception of the visions he got during his dreams. This all started shortly before his 17th birthday. This power, known throughout Ithir as "the Sight", showed that he was marked by the goddess of magic. After sending word to the Order of Mages, the mage serving the region of Gwilyims hometown took him in as his official apprentice at Gwilyims 18th birthday.
He studied hard under Radomils guidance and at age 22 his hard work was rewarded handsomely. During their journey to the city of Estura for the annual midsummer Gathering of the Order he was chosen by Raellag's Hawk. These birds were named after the first Mage of Ithir, and being chosen by one was considered a sign of greatness.
Happiness did not last however. A few years later, things started to stir in Ithir. Both the people and the Mages started to become divided in a conflict started by two rival city's. The Gathering grew more and more hateful, as the Mages divided themselves between the conflict just like the people of the land. Gwilyim and only a handful of others remained neutral in the conflict. With civil war looming over the land, Gwilyim left Ithir after receiving a vision and much thought. He had no desire to abandon his friends and country, but with civil war all but imminent, he is glad he had the opportunity to leave. Staying would have meant either fighting former colleagues, or worse, citizens. His oath allowed neither. If his vision is to be believed however, there is a way to prevent this all and thus he set out on his journey.
' Bloody heck, two jobs and a BUNCH of kerfuffle later, and I'm back AGAIN.