Ghappolf

Ghappolf was a Human alchemist, merchant, and pirate. Prior to becoming a priate, Ghappolf originally lived in the Deep Forest of Modir, where he mastered alchemy and wrote the first book on the subject, which included all his spells and formulas. In 1360 AHD, after the Kingdom of Karlia outlawed alchemy and destroyed his temple, Ghappolf became a fugitive. He turned his merchant ship into a pirate vessel, driven by a deep grudge against Karlia. With his crew—whom he had paid to join him in piracy—Ghappolf launched raids along Karlia’s coast. His ruthless actions earned him a fearsome reputation, and he played a key role in founding The Helm.
By 1364, the Golden Age of Piracy was winding down. The Helm fell apart later that year, weakened by internal strife and ineffective leadership. In 1365 AHD, pirates were offered a chance to accept the King’s pardon, which would spare them from execution but require them to become pirate hunters. Ghappolf turned down the pardon because of his intense hatred for Karlia. In the same year, Ghappolf met his end by the hands of Konvael Kerbellec, who betrayed and lied to him by saying he didn't accept the pardon, which he did and impaled Ghappolf in the heart with a dagger. Killing him instantly.
== Biography ==
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== Personality/Traits ==
Ghappolf was known for his calm and measured demeanor. Despite being a pirate, he was unusually quiet and composed, often listening more than he spoke. When he did speak, his words had a knack for resolving conflicts and turning foes into allies. Before the Karlian Army destroyed his temple, Ghappolf was a strict pacifist, avoiding even the harm of insects. However, the destruction of his temple and his life's work fueled a deep, seething hatred for Karlia. This anger transformed him into a ruthless and merciless figure, showing no remorse even when his actions led to the slaughter of entire ship crews. Ghappolf had a strong bond with his fellow pirates and genuinely cared for them. The death of Eldgrim Ottarson in 1364 AHD hit him hard, and the loss of other pirates only fueled his anger further. He had faith that The Helm would prevail, but after its collapse and seeing many former pirates who had accepted the pardon turn into hunters of their old allies, Ghappolf fell into deep isolation and developed serious trust issues. He abandoned his crew on an island and took refuge in the remains of The Helm’s base. Kerbellec’s betrayal came as a shock to him, as he had trusted Kerbellec as a comrade—only for that same person to end his life.
Category:Humans
Category:Player characters
Category:Deceased
Category:Pirates