Bernardos of Corcedon

“Aristocracy's only an admission that certain traits which we call fine - courage and honor and beauty and all that sort of thing - can best be developed in a favorable environment, where you don't have the warpings of ignorance and necessity.”
-Bernardos of Corcedon
== History ==
The lord of the southern provence rules a divided land, one in which the ruler must be savvy at navigating fraught local politics. He is a shrewd ruler, and one who is always interested in what will benefit him. His region is wealthy, and produces some of the best troops. His coat of arms is a a half moon and a lightning bolt in a very complex style. 
== Personality ==
Duke Bernardos, while courteous and dignified, cannot hide his an elitist and untrustworthy air. He is not shy about invoking his noble prerogative, and approaches every interaction as a transaction. He is loyal to no one, and no one is loyal to him. He has convinced himself that this is the only safe way to live, but it is clear that he can only thrive for so long. 
== War of the Philosopher-Kings ==
Though he did not participate in the war proper, Duke Bernardos would join Duke Regulus' coalition against Emperor Arthur during the Alban Civil War. Along with Sir Lydos of Narick, he would be persuaded to betray his allies in return for a great reward. The new Emperor saw to it and Bernardos would die on the battlefield, and reap the rewards of betrayal. Category:Alba Coralis
Category:Duke
Category:Four Tales
Category:Dead
Category:Neutral Evil