Character(s) The Menagerie of Lucas Rhydian

[Lucas Rhydian]

This will be an evolving thread where I will house the characters that I play in various RPs (RP will be listed).
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Name: Trevor Commodore

Spoiler: Visual Reference

Occupation: Marine Biologist
Age: 27
Height: 5'10

Physical Description: Trevor is blond, broad chested and fair. As a diver, he has great physical endurance.

Personality: Trevor is open minded and curious, but above all, an introvert. He prefers the company of his research and sea creatures to people.

Biography: Trevor is a marine biologist specializing in the migration of deep sea creatures in the Mariana Trench. He is taken by the idea of discovering new species and underwater populations.
He is convinced that the world below is not the world we currently know. He tinkers away at self-made, bespoke contraptions to aid him in his research, they don't always work as intended.

RP: The Mariana Void and the Tail-Fin Dream (Lucas Rhydian X mystery79)
RP: The Threat of the Sea (Lucas Rhydian X Mauriellejade)

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Name: Calumn Diane

Spoiler: Visual Reference

Occupation: Princess' Ward / Reluctant King / Orphan
Age: 25
Height: 6'0

Physical Description: Calumn is tall, thin and pale. His eyes are deep-set and his hair is long and dark, often obscuring his face. He prefers not to cut it, but is periodically made to. He wears the garb of royalty, at the request of the Princess, but he prefers clothes that are unassuming and comfortable. When he reads, he wears specially designed reading spectacles, as his eyesight isn't all that good.

Personality: Calumn is a bookworm, preferring the company of the scholars and priests that work for the Royal Family. He spends most of his time in the library, the church, or the kitchen. He's very quiet, but has a quick temper. Although he fancies himself an intellectual, through mandatory training, he has developed a great proficiency with blades, preferring concealed blades and knives to military broadswords.

Biography: TBD

RP: An Unexpected King (Lucas Rhydian and Lady Grey)

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Name: Tigiel (Ozartigiel)

Spoiler: Visual Reference

Occupation: Demon General of the Fifth Circle
Age: Unknown
Height: 6'7

Physical Description: Tigiel has taken numerous physical forms over the aeons. However, his preferred corporeal form is that of a relatively young man, extremely tall, with tanned skin and white hair. The straiations upon his face and body are indicative of the demonic power running through him. He also possesses the pupiless eyes of the Demon kin, though these attributes can occasionally be masked when necessary. He has great horns that often appear when he loses control over his chosen corporeal form and a demonic form that he uses while ruling over the 5th circle of Hell (TBD).

Spoiler: Human Corporeal Form

Personality: Tigiel is a Demon General, and as such, is a commanding presence within the circles of Hell. Amongst the demonic hierarchy, he is not particularly powerful, but lives in a sort of hyperbolic bubble where he is the authority. This has made him dogmatic and overly confident. He loves to play, specifically with his human charges, but has a devout seriousness when approaching his work. He also wishes to be an active participant on the front lines of the battle between Heaven and Hell. He is very distrusting of Angels, but does not fear them, only fearing the Light Bringer himself.

Biography: Tigiel had never breached the surface of the Mortal Realm before being ordained by the Morningstar to study and affect the modern human population. Having lived before in relative obscurity, Tigiel has found great joy in the past few decades being a part of the human contingency and appreciates their societal chaos and moral ambiguity.

RP: Perhaps Horns Are Just A Broken Halo [Chernabog & Lucas Rhydian]
RP: No Sanctuary in the Asylum (Lucas Rhydian X PsychoKun)

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Name: Lucien Boulogne

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Occupation: Scholar / Scribe
Age: 30
Height: 6'1

Physical Description: Lucien has a stern brow, often furrowed in concentration and a tight lip. His high cheekbones suggest royal blood, but he can't be sure. Lucien's hair is tawny and his face is bearded. He is tall, broad shouldered and lean. Although a man of words and letters, a nomadic life of study has required him to be in great shape and have a basic knowledge of combat literature (and experience). He is fair, though he loves to tan, often disrobing so that he can absorb the sun. Lucien typically wears simple scholar's robes, durable and practical, but underneath them are the garments of an experienced traveller: pocketed pants, belt and boots, which allow him to house his many pens and pages. He carries more books than he should, often begrudgingly leaving them behind as his journey takes him to new and distant lands.

Personality: Lucien is very shy, but when he opens up, he has an incredible magnetism and charisma. He's not quick to trust, but is fiercely loyal. Although he is a pacifist, he will take up arms for those he cares about without hesitation. Lucien is a dreamer, often lost in thought or conversation with himself, unless engaged actively by an interesting individual or circumstance.

Biography: Lucien does not remember his early childhood. He grew up in a mountain monastery, studying divine scripture and arcane magic. On his twentieth birthday, he left the confines of the monastery in search of knowledge, hungry for the breadth of cultural experience and literary craft. He became a man of letters and languages, in some ways a traveling bard (though he does not sing), often sharing poems written for the people he has encountered on his travels. He is unsure where these travels will lead him, but in ten years of nomadic life, has yet to exhaust his hungry curiosity for the world at large.

RP: The Salvation of the Archive of Ghamorianna Lei (Lucas Rhydian X Lorril)

 

[Lucas Rhydian]

Name: Ariston of Sparta (Not the King)

Spoiler: Visual Reference #1

Spoiler: Visual Reference #2

Occupation: Soldier
Age: 27
Height: 5'10

Physical Description: Ariston's eyes are deep-set, serious and gold. His hair is chestnut and his skin tan, marred by sun and years in battle. He is not very tall, but stands tall still. He is well muscled, able to deal powerful blows by broadsword and carry large gilded shields into battle. He typically wears Spartan robes, but prefers the mobility of light armor, generally around his shoulders and face. He fights barefoot, as he likes to feel the earth beneath him. Though he rejects the authority of the Gods, his oracle sister paints his body gold before battle to evoke Helios and his power. Ariston shines bright on the battlefield like a flickering fire.

Personality: Ariston is a tactical leader, accepting his position as a duty to his people, but is ultimately uninterested in leadership. He is sweet and empathetic, a bred warrior with a kind heart. He is comfortable around peasants and royalty. In general, Ariston is wary of all Gods in the Pantheon, preferring indepence over blind devotion. He wants to be free of their control so that he may fight for Sparta, and eventually marry a woman of his choice and live a quiet life with his family in solitude and obscurity. It would seem, however, that the Gods have other plans for him.

Biography: Leader of a tactical sub-unit (or lochos) of the Spartan army, Ariston has been fighting with his legion for ten years, winning himself command and the adoration of his brothers in arms. Ariston was raised in poverty, adopted by the king, not as a son, but as a soldier after his parents were killed by a pack of wolves. He hungers for revenge, but first must discover the God that accepted the death of his family in sacrifice. His sister, Iona, who also survived the attack, became an oracle at Delphi. He meets with her in secret before battles, where she offers him tactical advice and paints his body gold in preparation. Though he turns a blind eye to the Gods, Helios watches him carefully, as do many others in the Pantheon.

RP: The Kyrios (Reni x Lucas)

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Name: Kamryn Bellows the Fifth Seawolf of the Central Seas

Spoiler: Visual Reference

Occupation: Pirate / Captain of the Briney Howler
Age: 31
Height: 5'10

Physical Description: Kamryn is of medium height and build, but a life on the water has made him both lithe and nimble. He has strong hands and broad shoulders. His hair is red, as is his beard, which grows full and thick. In the summer months, his hair may go a light shade of strawberry. He has freckles, from being ginger as well as spending considerable time in the sun. His eyes are a sea-moss green, but turn grey when he's angry.

Personality: Kamryn is boisterous and brash. Beloved by his crew, he has confidence in his voice and his opinions. He loves a good laugh and a stiff drink even better. He takes the safety of his crew very seriously. The moment his family is in danger, the seawolf bares his teeth.

Biography: Kamryn was born in the warm waters of the Southern Seas, but he is a fifth generation pirate of the Central Seas. His mother was a siren (so the legend goes), and his father was killed by a heavy sea squall when he was only four years old. The older members of his crew raised him, which is why he'd do anything for them.

RP: "Not all treasure is silver and gold..." (A Play On Words x Lucas Rhydian)

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Name: (Dr.) Lucas Rhydian

Spoiler: Visual Reference

Occupation: Geologist / Volcanologist
Age: 39
Height: 6'0

Physical Description: Lucas is tall, dirty-blond and fair. His features are angular and aquiline. He has a strong nose, supporting the gold framed glasses he often wears when reading, though he wears contacts in the field. He generally sports a beard which has started to gray early.

Personality: Lucas is both confident and at home in his obsession with rocks and volcanoes. Lucas has a sharp wit and a good sense of humor, despite his social awkwardness. He is not a particularly sensitive man, and therefore does not take personal offense easily. His confidence affords him great bravery, which has allowed for some incredible, if dangerous experiences, usually regarding active volcanoes.

Biography: Though handsome and heterosexual, Lucas has very little experience with the opposite sex. He was in a single, long term relationship in his twenties that ended in disaster. Following, his heart was broken by a fellow research scientist in Antarctica nearly ten years ago. He has since spent a lot of time in the field in isolation.

RP: Curses {Lucas & Lore}

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Name: Asphodel

Spoiler: Visual Reference

Race: Half Celestial / Half Elf
Age: Three Thousand Years
Height: 6'4

Spoiler: T4 Silver Morning Armor

Physical Description: Asphodel is only half elf, though he maintains the physical stature of the elves. He is tall, slender with lean muscle and has aquiline facial features and pointed, elven ears. His skin, however, is brighter than an elf's. It shines from within almost as if there were a light inside of him. His hair and eyelashes are long and sun-yellow, while his eyes are blue like a clear lake in summer. His signature armor is tier four Silver Morning Celestial Armor, which includes a silver breastplate and lavish helmet. His favorite color, which embellishes his armor, is burnt orange. The mark on his forehead is a brand, tattooed three-thousand years ago upon his birth, marking him by the elves as a half-breed.

Personality: Asphodel has a poet's heart. He loves soft music and the sounds of nature. Though he is an incredibly adept warrior, he prefers peace to violence. However, when he does have to fight, Asphodel prefers to rely on his magic, allowing him a safe distance from the chaos of close-range combat. He is also an incredible healer, yielding supremely powerful healing magic - he often prefers the role of medic or cleric to warrior. His loyalty is unfaltering despite his solitude and stoicism. His favorite beverage is warm, spiced mead.

Biography: TBD

RP: The Search for Home (w/ Princess Kairalie)

 

[Lucas Rhydian]

Name: Quinn Lorraine

Spoiler: Visual Reference

Occupation: Carpenter
Age: 23
Height: 5'7
Weight: 135 lbs.

Physical Description: Quinn is a slender young man with fair skin and blond hair. He is well muscled, but only because he is so lean. His eyes are a grey/green, often open and curious. His skin is unblemished and unscarred, but his hands are strong and calloused from his work as a carpenter.

Personality: Quinn is shy and quiet but has incredible street smarts. He knows how to get around without being seen or causing a stir. He's passive and demure. He's drawn to conflict and danger due to a strong attraction to voyerism. He can be fierce and commanding when he needs to be, but it doesn't come easily to him.

Biography: Quinn is an orphan, abandoned by his parents as a child. He doesn't know his true age or anything about his family. He's fostered a pension for solitude as a coping mechanism but he craves proximity and physical touch. Quinn began finding work as a carpenter because he had a natural ability to shape things with his hands. Freelance work building furniture allowed him to stay off the streets, but hasn't kept him from a life of exclusion and nomadic displacement.

RP: Crimson Secrets [Blaire & Lucas Rhydian]

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Name: Aiden Stanton

Spoiler: Visual Reference

Age: 40
Height: 6'0
Occupation: Painter / Handyman

Physical Description: TBD

Personality: TBD

Biography: TBD

RP: Hitchhiker Seduction (mystery79 & Lucas Rhydian)

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Name: Albrecht Grafenreuth

Age: Twenty-Eight
Gender: Male
Sexuality: Bisexual
Deity: Terraria

Skills:

• Languages: Albrecht is a polyglot, fluent in all Latin languages, Anglo-Saxon languages and several ancient languages no longer living.
• Ancient Texts: Albrecht's proficiency for reading and translating ancient texts outshines even his linguistic ability. This skill comes from years of literary immersion and private tutelage.
• Fencing: Albrecht is an incredibly agile and proficient fencer. All blades are comfortable in his hands, though he prefers the rapier. His fighting style is composed and dance-like, beautiful and dangerous.
• Horseback Riding: Self explanatory.

Powers & Abilities:

• Terraform (aka Earth Manipulation): Albrecht has the ability to manipulate the earth in small scale. This gift, given to him directly by Terraria, allows him to affect the earth's firmament, causing minor earthquakes. He can also move rock, sand and stone, reshape it and dislodge it from the firmament itself. Ultimately, Albrecht believes he will be able to cultivate the ability to move mountains, though for now, he cannot.
• Vulpes Orandi (aka Fox Prayer): Albrecht has the ability to communicate with Foxes - any and all members of the genus Vulpes. As a result of this ability, Albrecht is nearly always being watched over by overprotective little eyes. Foxes will often follow him from the shadow of Nature's cover and do his bidding when he beckons. They are his friends and his protectors.

Personality: Albrecht is whip-smart and extremely antisocial. He prefers the company of books and foxes to that of people. His disposition is one of both caution and distrust. However, Albrecht has a fierce sense of loyalty. Once he has committed to you as a friend, colleague or lover, he will unflinchingly and forever stand by your side.

Written Appearance: Albrecht is six-foot-seven-inches tall with messy, tawny hair, brown eyes and fair skin. A huge, multi-slash scar decorates his right cheek - given to him by his father during fencing practice.

Spoiler: Albrecht Grafenreuth

Background: Albrecht's bloodline is ancient and aristocratic. His supremely wealthy family oppressed the people in the small mountain village he called home. The exhibiting of his powers led to his imprisonment for five years in the keep of his family's castle. His imprisonment ended when Terraria came to him in a dream, demanding that he set himself free. A small earthquake then brought the castle down around him. He was the only survivor.

RP: Astoria Enchanted (Group RP)

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Name: Chrétien Grafenreuth
Age: Twenty-Five
Gender: Male
Sexuality: Homosexual
Deity: Makani

Skills:

• Poetry / Music: Chrétien is an adept bard with a great ear for musical composition and poetic lyrics.
• Drinking: Chrétien holds his liquor incredibly well, able to outdrink men twice his size.
• Knife Throwing: Chrétien has a strong proficiency with ranged weaponry, specifically knife throwing.
• Horseback Riding: Self explanatory.

Powers & Abilities:

• Tornado: Chrétien's only known gift from Makani. Originally manifesting as small dust-devils, Chrétien has since learned how to generate destructive tornadoes that he can control and dissipate at will. However, he can only produce one at a time and it takes great concentration and physical stamina to maintain.

Personality: Chrétien is a sweet, yet melancholic fellow. He makes himself comfortable in a crowded room by behaving like a shadow, vigilant and quiet, unless he is asked to perform a song or lyric poem.

Written Appearance: Chrétien is five-foot-ten-inches tall with white hair, blue eyes and very fair skin. He has a slender but muscular build and is very physically agile.

Spoiler: Chrétien Grafenreuth

Background: Chrétien is the bastard son of the Grafenreuth family and Albrecht's half-brother. He was born in a nearby village and was raised by his mother, a village seamstress. He was given his father's surname before the family's death, and although he and Albrecht know of each other, they have had little to no direct contact.

RP: Astoria Enchanted (Group RP)

 

[Lucas Rhydian]

Name: Kaino Dukar
Age: 32
Race: Men
Gender: Male

Appearance:

Spoiler: Kaino Dukar

Weapons:

Spoiler: Weapon

Personality: Stoic. Nearly silent until he bonds with someone, which is rare, but when he does, he opens like a flower. Kaino is both intelligent (having been forced to learn many languages) and adept with bladed weapons (having been trained in his father's household in Rhûn).

Motives: Kaino was born an Easterling slave. A bastard son of a chieftain in Rhûn, his lineage was not recognized and he was forced into the service of his own family (who in turn once served Morgoth and would one day serve Sauron). He escaped westward in pursuit of freedom, knowing if he ever returned home, he would be killed or enslaved once more. He is motivated by this quest for freedom and will die before ever again wearing shackles.

RP: The Untold Story (Lord of the Rings Group RP)

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Name: General Kalir Plienira

Spoiler: Kalir Plienira

Occupation: General of the Eastern Dunic Armies
Age: 52
Height: 6'3
Physical Description: Tall, broad, sunbaked and scarred from years of battle. There is kindness in his eyes, but he rarely shows it.

Personality: A firm leader, ruthless and bloodthirsty only when his loyalty to his people and his empire command it. He loves his soldiers and guides them westward with a paternal hand that they trust and adore. Outside of his position as General of the Eastern Dunic Armies, Kalir does not exist. He knows little of intrapersonal relationships, but he knows very well how to lead. On the rare occasion that he is without the foot soldiers of the empire he serves; he carries himself with stoic integrity.

Biography: In the far-off Eastern Dunes, Kalir Plienira was born to the King's consort. He was raised as a prince and eventually given by his father to the army with the intent of becoming a general under him. He succeeded, thriving in the militant environment. General Kalir excels at hand-to-hand combat, employing the use of small blades and quick objects, bow staffs and swords. His knowledge of magic is well studied but not innate, offering him some general ability of the kind of elemental magic that can help him and his soldiers turn the tide of battle as they invade the Northern Kingdom.

RP: The Steel Forge of Empire (Lucas Rhydian X Romulus30)

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Name: Bragi Varangr

Spoiler: Visual Reference

Age: 35

Height: 6'4

Weight: 210

Physical Description: Bragi's features are sharp and finely chiseled, standing in stark contrast to the heavy brows and broad chins typical of his cousins. Yet his imposing stature is undeniably familiar. Tall and broad-shouldered, his physique has been shaped by a lifetime spent rowing his father's ships. His eyes are a piercing blue, and his medium-length brown hair falls loose—save for when he braids it for battle. The left side of his body is a living tapestry of pearlescent scars and intricate clan tattoos, telling the story of his warrior's journey.

Personality: Bragi is curious, kind, and quiet, though his outward demeanor exudes command, confidence, and stern authority. Beneath the imposing presence lies a thoughtful and introspective soul, ever seeking to understand the world and the forces that shape it.

Biography: Bragi, named after the Norse god of poetry, was born to a formidable shield maiden and the chieftain of the Varangr, a revered clan known for their mastery of the seas. Bragi bears the weight of leadership with stoic grace, dutifully accepting the mantle passed down by his commanding father. Yet, true to his namesake, Bragi's soul is more sensitive and poetic, yearning for a deeper understanding of the intricate workings of his gods' creations. He conceals this inner depth beneath a hardened exterior of battle-readiness and unyielding resolve, his true nature rarely glimpsed amidst the demands of leadership.

RP: The Frozen Tethers of Foreign Gods and Kings (Lucas x Ipsie)

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OUTER SANCTUM

⠀ Tailo Va'as ⸻⸻⸻⸻⸻⸻⸻⸻⸻⸻⸻⸻​ ALIASES Barkeep, Stoneborne GENDER Male RACE Elf OCCUPATION Future Tavern Proprietor​ AGE 160 Years ORIGIN Unspoken Noble Birth SEXUALITY Bisexual ROLE Rogue​ ​

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⠀ ⸻⠀the self⠀⸻​ Tailo Va'as embodies kindness and generosity, tempered by a passionate disdain for aristocracy and the injustice it often perpetuates. He shuns any connection to his noble lineage, preferring the life of a commoner and champion of the oppressed. So long as he isn't forced to confront the family or birthright he has renounced, Tailo maintains a lighthearted and affable demeanor, radiating warmth and camaraderie. His dream is to one day open a tavern—a haven for weary travelers and intrepid adventurers—that will stand as a testament to his spirit. He envisions a place where a roaring fire and the heady scent of freshly poured ale will greet guests, and where he himself, always quick with a smile and a generous pour, will find joy in offering comfort and respite to those who seek it. For now, he travels the roads, gathering stories, allies, and the funds necessary to make his dream a reality. Until then, he shares his hospitality wherever he can, bringing a sense of camaraderie and comfort to all who cross his path, making even the harshest journey feel a little more like home. ALIGNMENT: Chaotic Good LIKES: Music, Alcohol, Meat Pies DISLIKES: Aristocracy ⸻⠀the body⠀⸻​ HEIGHT: 6'3 HAIR COLOR / STYLE: Blue, Unruly EYES: Blue SKIN TONE: Fair PHYSIQUE: Lean DOM. HAND: Right APPARENT AGE: 35 VOICE: A firm, articulate and earthy tenor. DISTINCT FEATURES // Although natural, Tailo has pointy ears and blue hair. ⠀ ⸻⠀the ability and tools⠀⸻​ Most of Tailo's talents are the result of his noble birth and militant education. ABILITIES // Tailo is an exceptional acrobat and also has an affinity for languages. ATTIRE // Tailo often wears a simple tawny tunic, pants, boots and occasionally a dark brown, hooded cloak. GEAR // Whip INVENTORY // Flask, Coin ⸻⠀the story⠀⸻​ Born into the illustrious House Va'as, Tailo had been raised amidst the marble halls and lush gardens of Elven nobility. His family held power and influence in their verdant kingdom, with a strict emphasis on tradition, duty, and maintaining their pristine reputation. Tailo, however, was never content with the role set for him. While his peers reveled in courtly intrigue and the politics of power, Tailo found solace in the shadows and in the streets beyond his family's estate, his spirit yearning for freedom. From a young age, Tailo's acrobatic prowess had set him apart from his aristocratic siblings. He could often be found scaling the high towers of his family's estate or performing daring feats in the ancient forests surrounding the capital. He had been an adept learner, mastering the whip—a weapon of grace and precision—and honing his skill with darts. His linguistic talents had flourished as well, as he learned not only the ancient tongue of his people but also the languages of the allies and enemies his family dealt with in trade and war. However, the restrictions of noble life suffocated him. His parents had sought to marry him off to further secure their standing in the kingdom, but Tailo had no desire for such a fate. He yearned to explore the world beyond the pristine walls of his gilded cage and forge his own destiny. When a rebellion stirred in the lower districts of the capital, it was the final push he needed. Tailo saw firsthand the suffering of the common folk—those forgotten by the ruling class. In a single night, he abandoned his title, his name whispered only in shadows. After that, Tailo Va'as roamed the land as a rogue and a hero of the people. Known in the underworld for his acrobatics and lightning-quick reflexes, he used his whip and darts with deadly precision, striking from the shadows. He sought to topple corrupt nobles, defend the downtrodden, and protect those who, like him, had no place in the rigid systems of the world. Though his blue hair marked him as a scion of a noble house, Tailo wore it as a badge of freedom, not constraint. He was no longer bound by the titles of his birthright but instead by his oath to the common folk. In Tailo's heart burned the desire for justice, tempered by his wit and charm. Though his noble lineage granted him insight into the workings of the upper class, his true loyalty lay with those in the alleys and taverns—those who had nothing to offer him but their trust. Tailo dreams of owning a tavern that locals will one day call The Blue Door, tucked away between old stone buildings, offering hot food, a warm hearth, and full flagons of ale to all who enter. In his mind's eye, he sees it as a haven for weary travelers, farmers, and laborers seeking respite from the harsh realities of life. He imagines himself moving through crowded tables with a relaxed grace, offering a friendly smile or a well-timed jest. By day, it will be a place of comfort and camaraderie, but at night, the tavern will transform into something more. He plans for a back room, hidden behind a shelf of dusty old books, where those who fight against the injustices of the realm can meet in secret. Here, he envisions listening to whispers of corruption and tyranny, his sharp eyes and ears taking in every detail. Though still a dream, Tailo's imagined tavern would weave together his dual lives, providing shelter and hope for the common folk while plotting the downfall of those who would oppress them. For now, he gathers stories, allies, and the means to turn this vision into reality, all the while striving to be the kind of man worthy of such a place. ⠀

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