Cedrik Caron

Lord Cedrik Caron is the current Lord of Nightsong and Lord of the Marches. A valiant and bold knight, he is known for his participation in various tourneys and his leadership. A calm and just man, Cedrik is a loyal lord of the Stormlands and a valued bannerman.

## Appearance and Character

Cedrik stands tall and proud, with short, dark brown hair pushed to the side. He has deep green eyes and a stern, stoic look about him, though he remains a handsome man to most. While he possesses a lean build, Cedrik is much stronger than he initially appears and has rather broad shoulders. He is more comfortable in armor than out of it, and he mostly dresses in the yellow and black of his house. A worn, yellow cape is almost always donned by Cedrik, pinned with a clasp shaped like a Nightingale.

A charming but serious man, Cedrik believes in trying to uphold the vows of knighthood, though it is an ongoing struggle. He finds it easy to make friends, though he trusts few, and the smallfolk of the Stormlands enjoy watching his skills with sword and lance. Despite his good nature, many lords and ladies have not forgotten his past and who he fought for. Cedrik has been known to play to the crowd during tournaments and lives for the thrill of competition and the rush of combat.

## History

*Childhood and Early Years*

Born in 412 AC as the firstborn son of Lord Vortimer Caron, Cedrik Caron was raised to be a model knight and lord. Not sparing his child any luxuries outside of what was needed, his father raised him to be a just and proud man, and Cedrik took to his training with weapons very easily. He also learned to ride a mount well and showed great aptitude for jousting from an early age, enjoying the thrill and competition. A charismatic if dry youth, Cedrik learned that respect and loyalty is earned and must be protected and he always strove to do his best to be a good role model for anyone younger than him, including his younger siblings.

*Years As A Squire*

In 422 AC, Cedrik was sent to Grandview, the seat of House Grandison to serve as a squire. It was here that he continued to hone his abilities and truly learned how to be a fair, but strong man under the guidance of Lord Grandison. Absorbing all the information he could during these years, Cedrik made a multitude of companions and friends. Known to be quite skilled with a sword, he could often be found working on his swordplay or riding whenever he had free time. He dreamed of being the champion of tournaments and winning over fair maidens, and made sure to be as chivalrous as he could be to those at Grandview.

*Knighthood and Marriage*

After many years of service, Cedrik was knighted in 430 AC for his abilities by Lord Grandison. Heading home to Nightsong, he proceeded to serve his father, family and lands in any way he could find, earning the respect and hearts of his people, who were thankful for his strong but fair attitude. While his father may have been Lord of Nightsong, everyone knew that most of the men of the castle looked to Cedrik for leadership and he relished that feeling. Riding in a few tournaments, Cedrik captivated the smallfolk and performed well, though he did not win anything major.

Shortly after being knighted, Cedrik's father made a match between his son and a Buckler of Bronzegate, a girl named Bethany. While Cedrik did not love the woman initially, he came to enjoy her company and respect her greatly. It was not long before she delivered him a child, a daughter he named Cassana. Doting over his daughter, Cedrik enjoys being a father greatly, though he hoped for a son to carry on the Caron name. In 431 AC his wish was granted as Bethany Buckler gave birth to their son, Corwin Caron. A second daughter would follow in 432 AC, but Bethany would become sick and frail from the ordeal, requiring much attention and care.

*War Breaks Out*

During the Second Hammer Uprising, his father chose to aid Ravella Swann and commit many of House Carons men to her. Reluctant to aid this cause, Cedrik wrestled internally about what to do but in the end, chose to aid his family. Lord Vortimer Caron gave a position of command to Cedrik and under Cedrik’s command, his men fought well and their young heir was soon known to all as a growing tactician as well as a fine duelist, slaying multiple knights in single combat during the course of the war. Despite House Carons strength and a few minor victories, Meryn Caron, Cedrik's younger brother would be killed during a skirmish. Because of this, Lord Vortimer would change his allegiances and abandon Ravella Swann and for that act, he was pardoned for his part in the uprising.

*Recent Years*

Lord Vortimer would pass a few years after the Second Hammer Uprising and Cedrik has ruled Nightsong for a number of years since, relying on his council of advisers for help with the management of his lands. Cedrik seeks to undo some of the damage his father created and restore his houses good name, placing the Carons above the other Marcher Houses. He feels he is in a good position and has worked hard to maintain his growing reputation, still actively seeking out tournaments and training daily.

## Family

* *Vortimer Caron, Lord of Nightsong*
* *Jeyne Caron, Lady of Nightsong*

* Cedrik Caron
* (m.) Bethany Buckler, Lady of Nightsong
	+ Cassana Caron
	+ Corwin Caron
	+ Cyrenna Caron

* *Meryn Caron*
* Jena Caron
* Ronnel Caron