Nesgrax Skaarzborroosh

Nesgrax Skaarzborroosh is a Dragonborn of former nobility. He was always the runt of the litter and spent his childhood learning Dragonchess and studying. As he grew older he became an obsessive gambler and philanderer, losing a good deal of his family fortune. He was exiled by his father and lost all rights to his noble title.
While drowning his sorrows in wine, he was approached by Mephistopheles, the Archdevil Lord of Cania. Mephistopheles urged Nesgrax to join the Firebreathing Kittens in order to reclaim his honor and be welcomed back by his family. Nesgrax dismissed the idea as he had no fighting ability or magic. Mephistopheles then offered him powers as his warlock if he pledged loyalty and servitude and joined the guild. Nesgrax agreed.
He won back his honour by becoming champion in the Niqamui fighting tournament and was welcomed back home. Mephistopheles demanded that Nesgrax steal the Occulta Inferni Igne, a book that contains the secrets of Hellfire, from the Skaarzborroosh family library. Rather than betray his family, Nesgrax launched himself back into his old vices in order to be exiled again so that he couldn't complete his task.
He alerted Asmodeus of Mephistopheles' plan and Asmodeus dragged Mephistopheles back to Hell in retaliation.
With no money, possessions or magic, Nesgrax enrolled in Niqamui Community College to learn wizardry.
== About Nesgrax ==
=== Physical Description ===
Nesgrax is a brass Dragonborn, slight of build, standing at 5'10" and 150 lbs. He is partial to extravagant clothing choices, especially cloaks, hats and boots and will often exchange one expensive piece of clothing for whatever seems to be the hottest new trend. Though, these days, he mostly just wears his cosy NCC hooded cloak.
=== Motivation ===
Nesgrax's grandmother's dementia made Nesgrax realize live is short and you don't get to keep anything, even your memories, so he lived like there was no tomorrow when he was young, gambling and whoring and getting himself kicked out of his family because he was spending their money quickly and a lot. Then he met Mephistopheles in the bar and became a warlock. He met Arpad, a ghost who looked like Jack from Titanic who occasionally couldn't remember him, which he resonated with. They got married and Nesgrax helped him move on to the afterlife. Then Nesgrax betrayed Mephistopheles to help his family, and became a wizard. After forcing himself back into exile and betraying his patron, Nesgrax is starting at the bottom. He is determined to learn more about the mysterious The HHO and Vinoba Moustakas. He yearns to redeem himself in the eyes of his family. 
=== Allies ===
As part of a noble Dragonborn family with a large army of Orcs and Half-Orcs, Nesgrax learned Orcish (in addition to Draconic and Common). Some of his family's soldiers may not be aware of his dishonour and continue to treat him as nobility.
== Family ==
Nesgrax comes from Nobility. His father is a Duke in the Brass Dragon region of Relmaur and a trusted confidant of the King, Harangor. Though most Dragonborn are considered 'mobile' with no permanent residence, the Skaarzborroosh's maintain a home in medium-sized castle with all of the luxury that entails. 
=== Father ===
Mulrir Skaarzborroosh is the patriarch of the family. He is a man's man (Dragonborn's Dragonborn). He enjoys ale, sitting in his favourite chair and the company of his dog, Freddie. He was a great warrior in his day, but an arrow wound to the leg has left him limping and requiring the use of a cane, but he is still tough as claws. He loves his two sons despite their exotic tastes and lack of practical skills, but their personality differences make it difficult to relate to each other.
=== Mother ===
Imbec Skaarzborroosh is the deceased mother of Nesgrax and beloved wife of Mulrir. She died of Dragon Lung, a result of her chain smoking over the years. She passed on her sophistication and culture to her two sons, and was a loving woman, though unaffectionate.
=== Brother ===
Fathtil Skaarzborroosh is Nesgrax's older brother. Though they are very much alike, Fathtil is slightly more like their father in terms of masculinity and morality. He loves Nesgrax but is ashamed of his vices (though, he has also been known to succumb to hedonistic desires, just not so flagrantly). He works as a psychiatrist, and has some level of fame within his community for his public patient sessions and lectures.
=== Uncle ===
Nesgrax's Uncle Algenoth (Uncle Algie) is a portly, wealthy noble who is constantly drinking, eating and fornicating. He owns a yacht called The Vested Interest and has made a series of poor financial decisions. He resents the rest of the Skaarzborroosh family for their piety, but favours Nesgrax since they both share hedonistic tendencies. In Djinner Party, he reveals that he has been working for the HHO and invites Nesgrax to join the organization. Nesgrax deceptively agrees in order to acquire more information on the HHO.
== Others ==
=== Darjuc ===
Darjuc Karinn is Mulrir's professional carer, aiding him in gaining strength in his injured leg and doing housekeeping. Though not related to the Skaarzborroosh's by blood, she has become a member of the family in every way. Nesgrax has always had a secret love for her, though she is oblivious to his bordering obsession with her. She is from the Northern area of the Brass Dragon region and has an endless list of odd remedies and superstitions. She also claims to be a bit psychic, though it's painfully clear that she's simply eccentric.
=== Richard The Tiger ===
During Norsing Around, Nesgrax used his bag of tricks to create a random animal. A tiger appeared. Nesgrax named him Richard. Richard was used to test the safety of mysterious ponds that led to other planes of existence. He was incinerated in one of the ponds. Nesgrax requested that he be brought back to life while in Asgard and the Norse gods obliged. He remained with them rather than continue dangerous adventuring.
=== Stan The Onyx Dog ===
Nesgrax's Figurine of Wondrous Power turns into a dog (mastiff) named Stan. Stan speaks Common but only has an Intelligence of 8 and has trouble communicating complex ideas. He has darkvision and can see invisible creatures and objects within 60 feet (This item was taken away from him to pay for his debts at the end of Season 2).
=== Daphne ===
Nesgrax's chopnozzle, a large ostrich like bird with a sharp beak. 
Adventures: The Apple of Discord
=== Olive Jr ===
Olive Jr is Nesgrax's familiar, a small lizard who sits on his shoulder. 
Adventures: The Apple of Discord
=== Mephistopheles ===
Although agreeing to Mephistopheles' bargain to become his warlock in exchange for loyalty and servitude, Nesgrax has rarely encountered him. Nesgrax was beginning to think that he wasn't such a bad guy after all. But after being accepted back home, Mephistopheles demanded he steal a book containing the secrets of Hellfire from his family's library. Nesgrax betrayed his patron and gave him up to Asmodeus who dragged Mephistopheles back to Hell.
Bill Woodruff is Nesgrax's friend at NCC. 
== Romantic Relationships ==
=== Borb ===
In An Existential Crisis, Nesgrax kissed Borb when he realized he was in a simulation and could do whatever he wanted without repercussions. From then on, he had a secret crush on Borb, but feared his love is unrequited. After marrying Arpad, Nesgrax confessed to Borb that they could never be a 'thing'. Borb didn't understand what he was talking about, but Nesgrax assumed he did.
After being exiled again, Borb comforted Nesgrax and suggested he enrol in the NCC to learn magic so that he could continue adventuring with the Firebreathing Kittens guild.
=== Bee Lady ===
Nesgrax made a move on Bee Lady while she was working at the train station in order to get a free train ticket. He managed to charm her just enough to get a free ticket. However, the next time they met, he confessed that he was in love with Borb and that it was unfair to string her along. She reassured him that it was okay. Though it might have been a completely different Bee Lady that time.
=== Darjuc ===
Nesgrax has always had a secret love for his father's carer, Darjuc. To Nesgrax's surprise, Darjuc attempted to kiss him after returning home from exile. However, Nesgrax remained loyal to his ghost husband, Arpad, and refused the kiss. To spare Darjuc embarassment, he explained his love for her and his conflicting loyalty to his husband. Darjuc understood and admired his loyalty.
=== Arpad ===
Nesgrax was unofficially married on Mount Hokkaido to Arpad during a five-day journey down the mountain. Arpad was stuck in a hell loop after finding his younger brother and sister died in a fire while he was away. He walked off the side of the mountain and killed himself. His soul was bound to the mountain, and he relived moments of his life ever since. Nesgrax visited as often as he could but found it frustrating to be married to someone who could only sometimes remember who he was.
Eventually, Nesgrax came to the realization that Arpad needed to forgive himself in order to be free of his hell loop. Nesgrax helped him see that, even though he's lost everything, Arpad would always have his love, even in death. This freed Arpad and left Nesgrax a single Dargonborn once again.
== Items ==
=== Staff of the Python ===
Nesgrax was trying his best to be a 'scary' warlock. His staff that turns into a snake was an item that helps him convey that image (This item was taken away to pay for his debts at the end of Season 2).
=== Book of Shadows ===
Bound in eyelids, Nesgrax was often seen idly doodling in his book of shadows, though he was totally grossed out by the cover and hated having to take it out (This item was consumed by flames after Nesgrax betrayed Mephistopheles).
== Quotes and Catchphrases ==
"Hello, Sexy."
"Jesus Christ!"
"What does HHO stand for?!"
"I'll be honest with you, Tina. This place is hell. But even hell can be heaven with the right company." -Nesgrax Skaarzborroosh in The Skaarzborroosh Redemption
== Comic Book Appearance ==
Nesgrax's adventure in Norsing Around is a comic book (coming soon). 
 
Official Nesgrax merchandise is available. 
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== Adventures ==
* An Existential Crisis
* Cake Walk
* We'll Always Have Hokkaido
* Norsing Around
* Family Feud
* Djinner Party
* The Sting
* The Apple of Discord
* Of Wedding Cakes and Giant Spiders
* The Boy Who Cried Worm
* The Skaarzborroosh Redemption
* Emmental Tales
* Love Fest
* Culture Clash. Status after Culture Clash: Nesgrax's family is like the family from the show Frasier, where Nesgrax is the younger brother. Nesgrax's grandmother's dementia made Nesgrax realize life is short and you don't get to keep anything, even your memories, so he lived like there was no tomorrow when he was young, gambling and whoring and getting himself kicked out of his family because he was spending their money quickly and a lot. Then he met Mephistopheles in the bar and became a warlock. He met Arpod, a ghost who looked like Jack from Titanic who occasionally couldn't remember him, which he resonated with. They got married and Nesgrax helped him move on to the afterlife. Then Nesgrax betrayed Mephistopheles to help his family, and became a wizard. Now he's matured and isn't spending money like he used to but he still hasn't reconciled with his father, brother, or father's caretaker. Even though the thing driving them apart has been resolved, the distance is still there. He misses them but has no way to make it up to them or be in their lives again. 
* Birds Of A Heather
*The Devil We Know
*Season 2021 finale: After this, Nesgrax the brass dragon of Xadrin'thaal made his lair on Mount Hokkaido. He knows that he abandoned his girlfriend and her mother, but does not know his girlfriend was pregnant when he left.
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