Rowan Dyewynn ⋆ 447 ⋆ Male ⋆ Light Elf
Appearance
Height:6'2"
Build:Lithe, muscular, built for speed and accuracy.
Hair Color:Silver
Hair LengthLong, down to base of back.
Eye Color:Slivery Blue
Skin Tone:Pale
Distinguishing features:Scar on left cheek, two small braids, each from behind an ear that is adorned with rings.
Psychology
Likes:
⋆ Honor, Chivalry, Respect.
⋆ Taking rides on Cephal to clear his mind.
⋆ A nice, fresh cup of tea.
Dislikes:
⋆ Rainy days.
⋆ The Dark Elf oppressors.
⋆ Overly loud, raucous behavior.
Fears:⋆ Losing more of his family.
⋆ The advancement of technology rendering his skills useless.
⋆ Being too old to participate properly in a rebellion.
Habits/Quirks⋆ Comes across as conceited at times due to his extreme display of manners.
⋆ Never lets anyone touch or maintain his bow.
⋆ All too ready to defend the honor of someone.
Sexuality: Hetero
Personality: ⋆ Behavior towards others?
Rowan is unfailingly polite, even if you have garnered his ire, he will still be perfectly civil. He is not terribly outgoing, but has no issues striking up a conversation with someone interesting. More often than not, his sister, Aurora has to rescue him from the uncomfortable situations.
⋆ Where on the spectrum of selfish to selfless?
Having served his Kingdom and having no intentions of changing that, he will sacrifice himself for the greater good if it is required.
⋆ Where on the spectrum of kind to mean?
Unless you are a true Enemy, Rowan will always be nice, regardless of if he likes you or not. However if you are an Enemy, he will show no mercy and offer no concession.
⋆ Is your character affectionate? Do they enjoy hugs and being touchy?
His family are very loving and he appreciated their care and attention however, the military broke him of needing that care from others so he often does not know how to respond to affection from others.
⋆ Is it hard to gain your character’s trust?
Those affiliated with the Kingdom and its military earn his respect instantly. Any others, he is wary of until he learns where their loyalties lie.
⋆ Easy to anger or does your character usually remain calm? What about irritation?
Rowan is often capable of maintaining his composure until his family is threatened or the safety of the Kingdom is terrorized.
⋆ Patient or impatient. Is your character impulsive?
Being very skilled at taking orders, Rowan has developed the patience of a soldier.
⋆ Brave or Cowardly? Are they brave to the point of recklessness?
If something needs to be done, Rowan will volunteer regardless of the danger involved.
⋆ Reaction speeds to situations.
Rowan has developed a good combat sense and can read the flow of a battle, making the critical decisions required in the moment.
⋆ Intelligence level: Are you a cunning mastermind?
Rowan has a cool calculating head that is able to react on the fly. However, he is not a planning man, he lets others do that.
⋆ Charisma level: How well can you manipulate people? Do you make friends easily? Are you persuasive?
He does not manipulate, though his chivalry and noble attitude often brings other individuals to his side.
⋆ Sense of humor or no sense of humor?
Not being a big joker, when he does make the occasional joke, they tend to fall flat.
⋆ Sanity level of character/do they struggle with any mental illness/disorders?
As far as anyone is concerned, Rowan has it all together. However, in his own privacy, memories of the war and what he could have done different plague him.
Background
OccupationRowan has served in the Sun Kingdom's military since he was of age. Specializing in mounted archery, he has refined his ability and excels in the bow. He has not taken a position of command though and prefers to be somewhat free in his actions during peace times.
Living Immediate Family Members:Aurora Dyewynn - Sister
Forsythia Dyewynn - Mother
Dead Immediate Family Members:Claderith Dyewynn - Father
Current Companions:Aurora Dyewynn
Others TBD
Current and Past Lover(s):None
Current Equipment(Any weapons etc):⋆A war bow that was crafted by master craftsmen of the Fairies. Imbued with some of their magic, it exhibits extraordinary strength and the occasional moral intent that Rowan can feel when it agrees or disagrees with his target.
⋆A pair of standard issue shortswords from the military.
⋆Pendant of Solaris that never leaves his neck.
⋆Trusty warhorse Cephas
⋆Transmission bracelet
History(2 paragraph minimum):Raised amongst the royal court of the Sun Kingdom by his parents Claderith Dyewynn and his wife Forsythia, Rowan was the firstborn that they had brought into the world. He was the evidence of the affection his chaste and celibate father had for Forsythia. Soon after him, Aurora was next added to the family. Dedicated to his family and protecting the Sun Kingdom, Rowan joined the military as soon as he became of age. There he was taught the ways of combat and defense while his mother taught him the ways of chivalry and the court.
When war came to the Sun Kingdom, Rowan eagerly took his assignment, bidding his family farewell. The war hardened him, as it does to all. He earned many accolades by his ability and bravery. One battlefield that had turned against them lead to him saving a squad of fairy combatants and enabling their escape. Earning the scar on his check from that battle, he was rewarded by the Fairies with his bow.
Returning home whilst losing the war was very hard for him. Now, he serves as he can protecting the court, hoping for one day to have a chance to repay their oppressors in kind. Since then, he has taken up the mantle of Head of their house. With their father's death, Aurora has taken his place as the spiritual advisor and he cares for the rest.
Combat and Magic Stat Creation
Fitness Level:
⋆ Rowan is in his best shape, not heavily muscled yet still powerful and fast. Possessing the stamina of a well trained soldier.
What are your character’s physical strengths?
⋆ Outstanding accuracy with his bow.
⋆ Fleet of foot and highly aware of his surroundings.
⋆ Very fast reactions.
What are your character’s physical weaknesses?
⋆ He is not well suited for a drawn out melee.
⋆ Heavy lifting.
⋆ Never having dedicated himself to learning magic.
Years of Experience:
Weapon(s): ⋆ Bow 300+ years
⋆ Shortswords, simple melee 300+ years
Hand-to-Hand Combat: Basic training, not very experienced.
⋆ Offensive Photokinesis: Nope
⋆ Illusions (includes invisibility): Nada
⋆ Shielding: Barely.
Best Abilities:If really in need, he can manifest a very small and weak shield.
Rowan’s Stats
Physical Stats
Strength: ⬤⬤⬤◯◯
Ground Speed:⬤⬤⬤⬤⬤
Stamina: ⬤⬤⬤⬤◯
Dexterity:⬤⬤⬤⬤⬤
Durability: ⬤⬤◯◯◯
Combat Stats
Hand-to-Hand Combat: ⬤⬤◯◯◯
Melee Combat: ⬤⬤⬤⬤⬤
Ranged Combat: ⬤⬤⬤⬤⬤
Magic Stats
Offensive Photokinesis: ⬤◯◯◯◯
Illusions: ⬤◯◯◯◯
Shielding: ⬤◯◯◯◯