Claus

**Claus** is the tiefling hedgewitch of the party in The Lost Island. He is portrayed by Dogi-Crimson. He wields a hedgehog familiar named Mister Fluffles and a small hand drum he uses to cast spells.

## Appearance

Claus has green robes and long red hair tied in a braid, along with baggy brown pants. He carries a quarter staff, and a witchdrum. Most notable details are the stripes in his tail, and apparent lack of horns, along with a scar on his forehead.

He recently underwent a wardrobe change where he gained a sleeker and more stealth-friendly black and navy ensemble in order to complement their new modus operandi.

## Personality

Claus is very timid and jumpy. He tends to stay close to those he trusts, but is often also the first one to offer help in form of either healing or emotional support. He is kind and gentle, but has a feisty streak when he feels underestimated or that something is unfair. He is protective of those he loves or those he feels are in a more vulnerable position, hence why he was the first to offer aid to Vell when it was clear she was in pain from being without a host for too long. Claus seems to be happy-go-lucky, but he does pay attention to his surroundings and takes things seriously when he needs to.

## Early Life

Claus was adopted by Korim's family at some point during his childhood after his birth-parents death. He adores his adoptive family, and is fiercely protective of Korim specifically.

He left the Aetherion household some odd years ago to become part of an order that preaches pacifism, the biggest religious organization on The Island, and the same order his birth-parents were a part of.

## Abilities

Being a hedgewitch, Claus can heal others. He can also communicate with the spirits using divination or cast spells like darkness or Greater Serendipity - manipulating luck being his go-to skill.

Lately, he has picked up a bow, frustrated by his lack of being actually helpful against the enemies - his idea being a trickshot instead of actual damage dealer.

## Relationships

### Korim

Despite not seeing each other for years, Claus loves his big brother Korim and is so happy to be by his side again when they meet on Mr. White's ship. Korim and Claus are protective of one another and have the closest bond of anyone in the party. Other than Vell who literally lives in Claus's mind, Claus and Korim can tell each other's thoughts and feelings better than anyone else in their group.

### Kun Anwyn

Claus was surprised by Kun's protectiveness, given that his first impression of Kun was that he was an emotionally cold and distant mercenary, but has come to accept these as part of his personality. As Kun has kept him safe, Claus has tried to find ways to repay the favor - sadly the healing isn't always accepted... Claus also tries to get Kun to engage more with others and is very at ease with Kun's constant companionship. Although, it seems Claus is slightly horrified about the idea of Kun not having a hobby to relax with!

### Vell Ambrose

When Vell first appeared, everyone was understandably bit wary of her - but when it was clear she needed an anchor or else she would suffer, Claus was the first to offer help. This, along with the fact that Claus lets her possess him, has made their bond close (both figuratively and literally). Though Vell initially started out as another of Claus's self-appointed caretakers, their relationship developed to one akin to roommates or close friends. They see each other on equal footing, and Claus allows Vell to experience life again through his eyes. He is incredibly protective of her, as she is of him.

### Whisper

Claus was incredibly mistrustful of Whisper at first, but mellowed in his views of the noble eventually. This grew to the point where Whisper got a pony for him, after Claus broke a curse of mindcontrol on him.

However, after Whispers reveal of releasing the beast in the coven, and his "deal" with Saber to bring him along on the jungle expedition (while pushing how good of an idea it is and completely disregarding Claus' opinion and discomfort), Claus has adopted an icy and dismissive attitude towards him, easily snapping at the crafty noble for even minor annoyances - something Claus is not proud of, as he has asked his master for some advice how to control his anger better.

## Trivia

* Dungeon Master Lunacorva does NOT like Mr. Fluffles' name and has made threats on multiple occasions to kill him. Nothing has come of the threats yet, however. ***YET.***
* Despite getting a pony named Popcorn, Claus hasn't really used her much - opting to keep her somewhere safe at Aetherions stables instead of bringing her into battles.