Aldric Eadhin Asagrim

Aldric Éadhin Asagrim is the adoptive son of Hávi Asagrim. His journey in Rathnir originated on the continent of Cymru, in the kingdom of Greater Karolium. He went on to play a significant role in the fall of Karolium, and later became first Baron, then Minister (of Logistics) in Silvay, under the Imperial Archonal Union of Viodoxa. He currently occupies the positions of Minister of Commerce of the Union, Minister of Logistics of Silvay, and Count of Thedan, along with still being the Baron of the town Ansicün. Additionally, he engages in various forms of business, for example being a Guildmaster in the Blacksmith's Guild.
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== Characteristics ==
=== Appearance ===
The appearance of Aldric throws most observers off initially, as it doesn't seem to relate to any race present in Rathnir. Since barely anyone is knowledgeable in all races occurring in all of Rathnir, most shrug it off as simply foreign.
Aldric's skin appears bright, at least at the lack of thorough observation. When taking a close look, however, it seems to be covered in feathers, also replacing hair. Furthermore, Aldric's head is more slim than the human counterpart, and the same could be said about his body. One of the most notable parts of his appearance is the beak he has in the place of mouth and nose.
Aldric barely ever shows himself in attire that doesn't cover his body as entirely as possible - both in military, and diplomatic, but also more laid back context. This likely is to prevent more attention to his unusual appearance than necessary.
=== Personality ===
Aldric doesn't seem to seek public attention most of the time, at least when it isn't beneficial to him. He usually seems cold and logical, but in personal occasions or when he wants to appear as friendly as possible, he assumes a warmer behavior. Most are unsure how much of how he shows himself to others is sincere and how much is played for diplomatic advantages and such.
=== Sleeping Habits ===
Aldric spends most of his time in private areas, not allowing insight into his sleeping habits by others. To keen observers, though, he seems to be productive throughout the night, similar to daytime. Based on that, it is speculated that he doesn't require as much sleep as others, and can spend prolonged periods of time without sleeping.
== Biography ==
=== Life in the Old Lands ===
==== Early Life ====
Born into the middle class of Gro-Ansicün, He had lived quite a luxurious childhood - while there wasn't much to disrupt the life of families in the land of old, there were many less fortunate than him. Nonetheless: the safety, wealth, progress and stability in Gro-Ansicün, and the land in it's entirety, was ensured by the Great Ansede, watching over his people. He was worshipped by any and all living in the known lands, magnificent cathedrals were erected to his honor, rituals and gatherings were held daily. So, under his protection, the lands flourished. 
However, later in His still rather short life, the rumors of a certain group's rising was heard; while ignored as a mere story by most, some pursued the search for that group, either because of genuine interest in their beliefs, or pure curiosity. While they didn't have much influence in Gro-Ansicün, they grew quite popular in the northern city of Aridam, where they originated. They followed a set of thoughts strange to anyone else living in the land: They repelled the beliefs of the generous and all-mighty Great Ansede, and wanted to free themselves and their brothers from the tight, oppressive grip the Great Ansede had on them. In secret, the high members of this society had developed and prepared mechanisms, the only purpose of which was to fight their own race. 
==== Disease ====
The Consilium Ansicum had been discussing about this group ever since they started being whispered about. Most of the Council, including its head, thought such beliefs and goals impossible to be pursued by their own people to such a degree, though. While still a frequent topic in discussions, nothing was done about them in Gro-Ansicün, or anywhere else in the land. 
A rather long time passed since the group's emergence, and He grew to be a rather proficient craftsman - however, his main pursuit in life was the praise of the Great Ansede, as He was thankful for the situation He was allowed to be born into. 
Some day though, not long after He had completed his path learning of crafting, He was shook by a disease. While they were known to the people by theory, diseases were incredibly rare in those lands, and often believed to be of mythical nature, or a sign of the Great Ansede. Unsure of what to do with this situation, He spent a short time going on with his life; with His condition gradually changing for the worse, however, He decided to go on a journey, in hopes of finding a reason behind the Great Ansede bringing him this condition. He packed the little things He needed for survival in the rich nature of the land, said goodbye to some - since His parents had passed already, He didn't have many companions in his life - and left the city. 
==== Travel ====
Without a particular path chosen beforehand, He ventured into the east of the land. While His diseases fell off Him only shortly after He left the city He had spent his entire life up to this point in, He decided to keep exploring the land His people inhabited. He passed few cities, since the east was sparsely populated, but found enjoyment in life in the wilderness of the land, away from all influence His people and their civilization had imposed on the land. 
Throughout his journey, the land gradually shifted from the easily traversed terrain of the west to the rather hilly environment, with few large mountains spread throughout it. While this posed a challenge to Him, He gladly took on that challenge, and continued walking. Once He had reached the far-eastern parts of the land, He decided to return to his old life, since his feet had grown tired of the journey and he was slowly running out of supplies in the rather barren area - but only after scaling the largest mountain on the horizon.
This last part of the journey was possibly the longest, or so it felt to Him, at least. With this really quite new challenge, He had to go beyond limits; but, at last, He succeeded. He stood on the summit of the mountain, watching the land under him, and decided to settle down there to rest. Before He did so, however, He did what He hadn't done in a while: Pray. 
=== Intervention ===
While he was praying, oblivious to his surroundings, a huge pulse of both light and air ravaged the prosperous lands in mere seconds, shaking cities and mountains. The epicenter seemed to be the city of his birth: Gro-Ansicün. After the pulse had traversed the land, no place seemed intact; cities had crumbled to the ground. In his prayers, he was knocked to the ground by the shockwave, and left unconscious.
=== Life in Rathnir ===
==== Arrival ====
The year is 111 TE. The Third Archonate of Viodoxa stands in all its glory. Amidst it: The Great Kingdom of Karolium. Once a province of Viodoxa, it had established independence over the course of a long struggle. 
It is here, where He awakes.
On a regular, chilly autumn day, Typical is out on a walk in the south-western territories of Karolium. He is creating plans for the kingdom's future, as war was on the horizon; not only Karolium's, but the entire continent's independence was at danger, with the Loicists threatening to invade their former territory. While being caught up in thoughts, he is distracted by a reflection of the sun light, from a nearby hill - as he, being irritated, investigates, he stumbles over a seemingly lifeless body, of unfamiliar race. Upon further inspection, he does notice a pulse, and decides to bring the body into the castle of Holy-Terra, to discuss what to do with the person with the other leaders.
A piercing headache. Even the dim light shining through a window seems like a starburst to waking eyes. Not recognizing the surroundings, having lost the memories to recognize by. The soft chirping of spring outside drills into the mind, driving the mind into insanity throughout hours of semi-consciousness. At last, a figure enters the room; their voice seems like thunder to the shattered mind.
"Hey, you. You're finally awake.. thought you'd sleep forever, at this pace. You've got a lotta explaining to do around here, just appearing in our territory out of nowhere!"; this was Carolus, the king of the country, checking in on the strange "visitor". As he realizes that no words will be spoken in this semi-conscious state, he decides to go on with his day and return later that day. 
Carolus, Laythe and Typical come together in the small room designated for the recovery, a few hours later. Slowly, the mind had cleared, and speaking - though slow - was possible. "Stranger! So you did end up surviving this, huh? Who are you? What's your name?" I... I don't know. What is my name? Who am I? Silence. "Do you speak? Do you understand us?" - "...oh. Yeah. I do." - "So what's your name?" - "I don't... I don't know." - "Not only does he fall out of heaven, he also dares not even have a name! Whahaha, well I guess you'll need a name around here... so what do you want to be called?" - What do I want to be called? Called by who? Who am I even talking to? Where am I? Those strangers- "Do I take the silence as 'I don't care'? I'm asking you, what is do you want to be called?" - *silence* - "We'll just call you... Aldric. For now."
Karolium
Aldric. His name was now Aldric. His identity was now Aldric; effectively a blank slate. 
== Relationships ==
=== Family ===
Aldric never goes into detail about the family he had in the Land of Old, not beyond what is necessary to explain his story - to the few who are willing to listen, and who believe him. However, the Asagrim Clan decided to adopt him in Silvay - therefore they server as his family in current times.
* Hávi Asagrim: Aldric first encountered Hávi, the founder of the Asagrim Clan, in the time leading up to the Second Purple Insurrection. At the time, Aldric was a citizen and representative of Karolium - an ally of Viodoxa, and by extension Silvay, at the time. While Aldric wasn't very knowledgeable in Rathnir and its professions, Hávi seemed to see potential in his character. After the Second Purple Insurrection happened, Hávi offered Aldric the position of mayor in a Silvish town, which he gladly accepted. A while later, Hávi allowed him to become a part of the Asagrim Clan via adoption.
* Llyre es vel Volaerys (fiancé): Initially, Llyre was Aldric's employer first and foremost, in the Rathnir Weapon Cache. They also had similar political views, however, since they both were part of the IAU. Later, Llyre moved from Almmoria to Ryoujing, a town close to Ansicün, where Aldric resided. They spent more and more time with each other for various reasons, and became closer. While not having settled on a time and place for marriage, they engaged eventually.
=== Friends ===
After the Second Purple Insurrection, Aldric, while still spending most of his time with producing and selling goods, started creating diplomatic bonds and finding friends all over Rathnir.
* Ieldore Salalpeta: Being the ruler of the county adjacent to the lands of Ansicün, Salapet, ieldore had some interaction with Aldric when he gained mayorship over Ansicün. In the following months, they worked together economically and as ministers of Silvay, as well as creating schematics for projects in both Ansicün and Salapet.
* Ryou Bakura: While Ryou, the mayor of Ryoujing, barely ever showed signs of affection or the lack of disappointment, Aldric still considered him a friend, or a friendly acquaintance at least. Since their towns were adjacent to each other, and they both served as ministers in Silvay, they had quite a bit of contact.
* Noodle: Noodle, being another part of the Rathnir Weapon Cache, had Aldric around him quite frequently. While this was mainly an economic relationship, they grew somewhat close over it.
* Cherno: Being the ruler of the County Ansicün is located in, Vincent von Mapel played a significant role in allowing Aldric to rule Ansicün. In this relation, they discussed several plans to achieve growth of the town. Aldric sees a loyal and able Count, but also a friend in him.
* Citizens of Ansicün: Since the town Ansicün was rather small in terms of population, Aldric had quite a lot of interaction with pretty much everyone who decided to live there. Bram, one of the first citizens of Ansicün, was Aldric's right hand in the town and helped govern it. In Aldric's absence, he'd have the say.
=== Other Relationships ===
The most significant relationships of Aldric, that couldn't particularly be counted as friendship, were those with the former citizens of Karolium. Since Aldric played a central role in bringing the kingdom to a fall, most of them were in a rather hostile stance towards him.
* Carolus: Being the king for most of Karolium's history, Carolus was one of the people struck by Aldrics betrayal the worst. Until the very end, when Karolium fell and Aldric fully dissolved his cover, Carolus believed that he was a loyal member of Karolium. Carolus was one of the first people Aldric ever encountered in Rathnir, as he first came to consciousness in the land of Karolium - after being found by a Karolian, he was brought to the king, Carolus right away. He quickly rose in the ranks of Karolium, gaining the title of Grand Magister soon after becoming a part of the kingdom, and had quite enormous influence on the kingdom and Carolus.
* Laythe: Another Karolian high official, Laythe, at one point was the only one besides Carolus who had more influence in Karolium than Aldric. Similar to Carolus, he considered Aldric a potent and loyal citizen of Karolium. While not being as close to Aldric as Carolus, he still had a lot of contact to him in various matters, and was surprised by Aldric's betrayal.
* Typical: The Karolian citizen who first found Aldric, who goes by Typical, was the one to introduce him to the king and kingdom. He was a close friend of Aldric in his time in Karolium, and they had similar positions in the government of Karolium for quite a lot of time. Aldric is unsure of Typical's opinion on him, as he didn't have any contact with him after the annexation of Karolium - he imagines him to feel quite betrayed, though.
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