Lief Forkov

=== TLDR ===
Lief Forkov is a Sentari native and devout Aratean who enjoys building and friendship. Currently active in Besozar and Blackrock. 
== Character Skin ==
== Forkov Family Crest ==
== Forkov Family Motto ==
First manners, then manors
== Chapter 1: Backstory ==
The son and only child of Sentaran traders and free spirits Lysa and Henrik Forkov, Lief spent most of his early life entertaining himself in the back of a cart or in the cabin of a small sailing vessel. Upon reaching his formative years Lief yearned for greater structure in his life. In the town of Besozar, capital of Jaumotogos province, Lief learned of Jaumi Thought from the local peasantry and was overcome with the desire to live a life of peace and simplicity. Before the family’s next stop in Besozar Lief had a long discussion with his parents about his desire to walk his own path. With heavy hearts his parents conceded that it was not fair to drag him across the realm when his heart and mind were set as firmly as crops in a cottage garden. With a modest pouch of coin and a smile on his face Lief went to speak to mayor Drao Vet (eaterofthepants/ Boxatron) to become a member of the town.
== Chapter 2: Establishment of Character ==
The first order of business was the construction of shelter. Lief was accustomed to setting up camp on the road and was good with his hands; carpentry came naturally to him as basic cartwright and shipwright work were a necessity of his early life. Evidently the “structure” he so desired was both figurative and literal. The vigorous application of his newfound passion led to his acquisition of the title of Head Builder of Besozar.
== Chapter 3: Bonds and Accomplishments ==
When his body grew weary from the moving of great logs and stones he passed the time with the game of chess, eventually joining the first national tournament and returning to Besozar with a shiny silver medal. Lief also spent a fair amount of time with his neighbor Shor Spoonhelm (Spoonodeath), they bonded over similar upbringings and of being native Sentari of Abexilas, amongst a town of Lo’Oix refugees from distant Eldham.
== Chapter 4: Revolution of Nation and Self ==
A revolution came and went, with Jaumotogos implementing guerilla strategies to fight the oppressive regime and eventually restore a just and democratic system. In the aftermath of the conflict his dear neighbor Shor managed to secure claim to lands in the heartland of Sentara. The jagged spires of the Port Town of Blackrock piqued the interest of the young Sentaran. With the dexterity of packing up a roadside camp he gathered his essential belongings and traveled West.
== Chapter 5: The Path of Friendship ==
Lief would not arrive in Blackrock alone; a bloody figure half emerged in front of him from a glittering doorway of purple and black. Utilizing what few medical supplies he had on hand Lief saved the life of old Rince Bombabil (StealthyPL). Recalling the stories of his youth Lief knew that had he not taken quick action poor Rince’s soul would have been claimed by Inal, Demon Lord of the Nether. Rince promised to repay the favor, joining Lief on the remainder of his journey to Blackrock.
== Chapter 6: A Distant Memory ==
Shortly before his journey to the West Lief finished construction on a statue in Besozar, this figure of stone and mud sitting atop the hill was constructed as a part of a nationwide initiative and competition to draw attention to national history and religious lore.  He ended up winning this competition of Lore Master. Though unable to attend he sent the following letter to local representatives on his behalf. The statue and its story were also featured in the national newspaper. 
Friends and Neighbors,
I sincerely hope this letter reaches Besozar in time for the celebration. Regrettably I am wrapped up in  business at this point of time. I am deeply honored to be receiving such accolades as I am today. 
Let this statue act a reminder of the sacrifices made for us by our predecessors, and most importantly of the Aratri, without whom we would all fall victim to the beasts of this land. Let this statue be a monument of our past, a landmark of our present, and a beacon of our future. Let this statue bring us together today in the name of merriment, to deepen our bonds over diverse history and unified future.
Sentara is a great tree, it's provinces long and firm branches, it's roots our history, the leaves it's individual citizens which provide its life blood. Let us stand in the shade of that tree today.
Aizhana Sentara!
Lief Forkov
=== The Traveler: ===
An arduous journey out of the crumbling land of Eldham finds the traveler in her new home of Abexilas. With her people at the brink of starvation she finds faithful allies, joining the Dominion of Sentara. Under the protection of the winged Aratri she lays down her sword and picks up her hoe. The long trek has brought clarity to the Jaumi people, no longer do they seek material wealth and technological advancement, only a simple life of security and sufficiency. This statue of simple material serves as a reminder to those who visit Jaumotogos of the virtuous nature of a simple life lived in connection to the land and amongst those one holds dear. (photocred: eaterofthepants)