Niles

11-06-2020 [first entry: 06-06-2020; approved: 05-06-2020]

"Only I choose whome I serve."

Antal (Ad. Father),

Filiu (Ad. Mother)

> "There is no pure good nor pure evil. Though unfit behaviour is understandable, the law must be obeyed." - Niles
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## History

Not much is known about the past of Niles and his sister, only the name - he claimed as his own - beside the feeling of fear and sadness as well as the lingering flickering memories of fire and a broken home are the residual memories of their past. Though only he is able to memorize at least his much. His sister on the other hand can not remember a thing and lives a happy in their home in Vudra. Though different in race than most - just like their adoptive family - they are joyously welcomed by them, helping them to run their business.

Due to his fathers influence he could enter the academy of butlers focussing more on the martial part of business protecting their employer, after witnessing him develop a helpful personality trait trying to improve everyones mood and the family business.

After years of training seeing many succeed in their education as well as noticing at least half of those fail to succed during their tuition, he visits his family surprisingly as they have not anticipated him being able to get upcoming ceremoinies in the first place. Though he could help them set up the marriage between his Bellis and her lover and even write a congrulation letter - he tucked away in his fathers desk - it seems as he would not make it. During a short walk in the nearby forest, the mark which he had since earliest childhoof seems to glow. He has never seen anything like it. The mark, of course, is known to him but not the shining and swirling colors that have pulled him seemingly into it.

He seemd to be transported somewhere else, being whisked away in a pool of glowing and twirling colors floating around himself just to pop out on a hard street only having the things on him that he has in his bagpack. Though not much it is at least a start. For unknown reasons he has appeared in a city called the 'eternal blockade'. A city big and unknown to him. Their pub offering a weird but tasty food and a call he can not describe. He can't understand why or what it is...

## Appearance

Compared to his adoptive halfling family he has grown up quite large - only Sistra is quite as large as him. Though he can easily be intimidating by his height alone, most of the time he is more of a gentle, well-dressed giant. Due to his strict education he achieved a quite muscular and toned body which is mostly covered by an attendant's suit that leaves enough space open - mostly for his tail to move freely. Not only his clothes are always kept clean, but his hair is maintained in a strict fashion.

## Personality

His education has left a lasting mark on his personality, fixing his more innate tendencies to get into trouble due to his spontaneous personality - often forgetting things he should have done or left alone. He can not deny to be even now of a mostly carefree nature but he is by far stricter than before putting the safety of his temporary master as high as the well-being of his family.

Though a being of calm nature, Niles can get angry and brutal if necessity requires. His keen eyes and attentive nature help him in his profession as much as emphatic and interpersonal skills, which he has aquired working in his family's business. One achievement he is very proud of is his astonishing mnemonic memory, which helps him in the overall organization and aquiring informations - not only limited to his profession but his love for recipes as an example.

As his occupation requires he is proudly presenting himself well-groomed and pristine in nature, never allowing a stain to soil his attire.

## Loves

Unlike most students in the academy or even in town he has never harbored an interested in anyone. If asked he only would respond with 'loving his family' and is interested in the well-being of those dear to him.

Like his family he does enjoy the company of pets, especially cats as they help out in their own way at home.

## Fears

A rather unusual fear is the preparation and presentation of parts of a dish that stays alive. Though he does have the knowledge on how to prepare those rare 'meals' he will only do so on his master's wishes, if a surcharge is involved under small protest afterwards. Even during his educational years his instructor has had to use rather unusual force, so he would obey. Everytime he hears a whip slamming close to his ears, his memories resurface and he tenses up a bit.

## Hobbies

Before Niles has taken his first step into an adventure, he has always enjoyed reading a good book or playing with other children his age. Helping around the house or even in the family business has not been agony but instead has brought joy into his life.

Since he is clad in a suit, he finds furthermore enjoyment trying out new recipes with freshly gathered ingredients - expanding his knowledge on cooking.

## Family

Niles is part of a rather large noble branch family which is more focussing in their trade as in the usual tasks. They consist of both his sisters, who he is holding very dear to himself, and his parents. An older halfling couple who have taken his back then toddler sister and himself in, when they did not have a home to call their own. Both of them are quite the fitting pair, nice and kind. Teasing their partner in an even now childish but lovable way but are strict, when it is necessary. By pure coincidence he has heard of this not being the case after their first child at the beginning.

Their house pet is the chonky Cookie, who lives up to his name. He is even older than his bigger sister Bellis, though the exact age is unknown. Their parents even 'teach' him to carry a ring for the upcoming marriage of Bellis and her lover.

## Friends

Only a select few he would call his friend as he prefers quality over quantity - not unlike the selection of his master. Though he still maintains in contact with some of his fellow students. One person he would call a true friend is one, he has known since earliest childhood - particiular one of those he has the first contact with as an adoptive son.

## Enemies

Throughout life he has never made any enemies according to his own knowledge. There are a few cases of thieves to deal with during his time helping in the family business but all according to local law. Some rapscallions might harbor a grudge but not especially against him but towards the academy itself.

## Aspirations

As a butler Niles he searches for a master worthy of his service - not one that he will temporarly be contracted to for a day. But beside that he does not plan ahead far whether in life nor love. If something happens, it will happen. If not, it is also okay. Maybe he will continue his family business as an aide and valet, when he isn't willing to be of service anymore.

But whatever is going to happen, he will be ready.

## Mnemoic Memories

### Food-related

* Frost Wyrm: massive, angry and tastes like bear though odd looking