Currently by the time the heroes find the artifact, there is a war going on between Sheolan and Wresta (in the Kingdoms tab). It appears to be that the current ruler of Sheolan is looking to take over the other kingdoms for unknown reasons, but a lot of people do recognize that he is mad and evil. There is even a strong rebel force within Sheolan trying to overthrow the current ruler, while Otadica secretly helps Wresta and Nakha stays out of it.

Sheolan
Sheolan used to be ruled by the Emperor Julian IV, until five years ago when he was killed in front of his son's wedding by a madman named Zeph Tenebris. Since then, Zeph has risen to power by murdering all those in his way and promising power and wealth to those bowing before his feet. Sheolan, also called 'The Empire', quickly turned from a lively wealthy magically progressive kingdom to a land ravaged by bandits, lack of compassion, and military strongholds and factories of airships.

A rebellion force has risen from the woman that would have married Henry (Julian's son) if he had not been killed. Her name is Corda. The soldiers make up anyone from commoners to the nobility that respected the previous emperor.

Wresta
Wresta is country ruled by knights, making a knightdom, with Commander Xavius as the current ruler. The entire culture is based on honor, loyalty, and respect for all peoples and the army is split into knightly orders - the biggest five serving Commander Xavius as advisors. They most openly opposed Zeph and his madness, meeting him on the fields of battle, though they are slowly losing to the airships that dot the skies.

Otadica
A merchant and seafaring country lead by a collective nobility class of the wealthy. Not as corrupt as it sounds, they none-the-less spend most of their time sailing or fishing exotic fish thus making them the major trade hub. They have the strongest navel fleet as well as the biggest pirate problem. As of right now, they continue to trade with all kingdoms, though they are under heavy regulations with Sheolan. Secretly, they supply Wresta with extra supplies, rooting for the knights to win.

Nakha
The center of magical research and academies. They mostly keep themselves, even in the current war, and concern themselves more with trying to master the arcane arts. They are famous for hiring out wizards to the other countries for either gold or magical knowledge. They are ruled by the Wizard Council who debate on issues more concerning the magical realms than mortal affairs.

Magic is not split among schools like other settings, like conjuration verse elemental, but instead they are split due to how they function and are evoked. The main categories are Verbal, Somatic, & Divine, though there are alternatives that can be granted by unique means. Verbal and Somatic are sometimes referred to as Arcane magic.

Verbal
With this type of magic, language and words are power. Easier to learn than Somatic spells, it still requires the user to understand and pronounce the word correctly before the magical effect takes place. While it's only legends and myths, many wizard theorize that this type of magic originated from the Feylands, a place where fairies supposedly come from. Regardless, the language is fluid and almost sing-song, making it a beautiful type of magic, but also both powerful and slightly uncontrollable. More so, bards in particular can manipulate this language in a special way, often able to influence emotions and even heal, which is normally reserved for divine magics only.

Somatic
This type of magic depends all on the gestures and hand movements, making it more difficult to master than Verbal magic. However it allows for more fluid magics and silent spells, being a favorite among those that fancy themselves the more quiet type among the magic community. Once mastered, the main advantage over Verbal is control, better able to fine tune the amount of power and effect of a spell.

Divine
Usually set aside for those that fancy themselves clerics or paladins of Vis, a mysterious, magical, and ancient deity. Almost also pure of heart, these individuals claim they have had some sort of strange encounter with this speechless deity. Having been given visions and tasks, they suddenly find themselves able to use this unique magic that revolves around healing and smiting the living dead. They are seen as healer, seers, and seekers of evil. This type of magic does not need words nor gestures but is instead summoned by the will of the user.

Alternative
Too rare and hard to understand, users of alternative magic often find themselves having found a relic, artifact, or something material that has somehow given them a magic that is not usual. While Arcane magic can produce effects such as fire, ice, unlocking doors, forming golems to fight by their side, or even the creation of magical weapons, this type of magic has been known for the more unusual applications. This can include the ability to speak with animals, hear the whispers of the wind, produce energy bursts from only blades, teleporting, or even manipulating gravity. This type of magic also comes from will, but is the rarest form of magic.

Ornstein has seen his fair share of battle. He grew up in the ranks of the military losing his mother at birth and his dad being one of the Commanders advisers by leading the Kyun Order (His father founded it himself and built it into what it is now), Ornstein was raised by killing machines. He learned fast, by the time he was 17 the Commander had already forged him a signature lance that he wields to this day. He has grown since climbing the ranks like his father, and when his father died he took his spot. He still prefers to be out on the battlefield, especially now, to fight the Evil lord. (Secretly looking to take the throne for himself, with good intentions of running the kingdom like a king should and bring peace to that kingdom and his own.) However he fulfills his duty of adviser just as well as he fights on the battle field.

Name: Ornstein Dumaka Kyun
Aliases: Orn (Or-In)
Titles: The Dragonslayer / Commander's Adviser
Age: 34
Place of Origin: Northern Wresta, Kyun Order Capital.
Gender: Male


Eyes: Slate Grey
Hair: Fading from a brilliant, and glorious fire red.
Day To Day Attire: Nobility clothes, battlefield attire here
Strengths: He is a master lancer and he has an iron will. Due to his heritage he is a born leader and has immense knowledge of how battlefields work and tactics.
Weaknesses: He is getting older, battlefield tactics are changing and he isnt on the field experiencing it so he is losing effectiveness with battle plans.

Iron will * Caring * Intelligent * Loyal

Sexuality: Hetero
Relationship Status: Single (Wife passed in battle)
Personality: Orn can be very strict on the battlefield and in the Commanders hall but when he is at the tavern or just with the troops he is a fun upbeat guy that will laugh and have conversations just like anyone else. He is kind to strangers but he can never be too cautious. He wishes he had children so every kid he sees he stops and gives a hug or talks to them for a moment (Not every single one but he does do it often) He refers to his dad for all of his accomplishments and if its brought up he always says he wishes he could have met his mother because she must have been the best woman of them all. Other than that he frequently trains all his new recruits himself if he has the time and spends lots of time in the barracks with them. His attitude towards others is always professional and kind unless the character has done something to strip themselves of that pleasure, then they really wont like him. (This is as good as it gets XD)

Lightning bolt (Expert) - from necklace artifact. Battle tactician (Expert) - Dulling but still superior battlefield knowledge. A listing of skills, such as horseback riding or cooking. Levels include novice (1 pt), apprentice (2 pt), journeyman (3 pt), expert (4 pt), master (5 pt). Each character can spend 21 points & only two skills can be mastered. If your character knows magic, it counts as a skill.

• Lancer (Master): Professional lancer, unrivaled.
• Lightning bolt (Master): The act of forming the lightning into a bolt in the first place was hard enough. Let alone being able to throw it accurately and with power. The more he practices the stronger the bolt gets as well. He has spent countless hours practicing and developing his magic ever since he stripped it from the dragons crown. (head)
• Horseback riding (Expert): Never had a knack for it but has been doing it long enough to be better than most.
• Flying (Journeyman): He has devoted a lot of time into researching and trying to fly/kill the flying machines
• Persuasion (Expert): He has an indescribable way of getting what he wants, just by asking.

A listing of favorite or unique spells, if any. If using the alternative magic, one spell must be replaced with the artifact that gives it. Maximum of four.

• Necklace Artifact: (8) Fire red stones lay on his chest and give him the power to summon lightning to his hand then throw it with in-human strength
• Lightning bolt: Conjure lighting bolt and cast it by throwing it.

Parents: Dead
Siblings: None, mother died in his birth, most likely has bastard siblings but no one ever counts them.
Childhood: Raised by Deadly military fighting force, grew up on the battle field.
Adulthood: Took his fathers place when he died, Now advises the Commander of Wresta
Special Moments: The day he was granted his lance, The day his father died and he was pronounced Kyun Order Earl
Current Events: He wants to be younger and have more time, he fears age and the entropy of his body

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Character Quote: "By my lance!" Usually accompanied by a scoff or belittling laugh. Taunt.
Theme Song: What would be playing when they walk up if we were in a movie?
Aura Color: Honey gold
Scent: Metal, sweat and blood. Good luck to the Hound trying to find me with that scent.
Anything Else: Orn has a beat up heart with all the loss he has seen and felt... However he has a major soft spot for girls that remind him of his wife. (He believes she comes back to him in different bodies to flirt with him again.)

And YES he has killed a dragon! He rallied his fathers men and charged then straight at the beast! The hide was so thick and tough that and slashing weapons wouldnt work. It seemed as if only pierce weapons harmed the beast at all, however that wasnt enough, Orn had climbed to the beasts head and pried out each of the 8 Fire red gems which must have done the trick because the dragon instantly fell silent and Orn took the Stones as a trophy, little did he know that they would be gifting him his signature magical lightning.