Maverick Milrankus

Maverick Milrankus is a Brass Dragonborn sorcerer. In his youth he adventured within Hiddranda alongside his older brother, Matthew Milrankus. After learning of his brother's death, Maverick lost his life in an attempt to exact revenge on the Heralds of Retha. A time-travelling Daniel Skrimir later managed to save him moments before his death and offered Maverick a better future in the Dragon Dimension.

## Appearance

Maverick is a brass-scaled Dragonborn with slightly crooked horns and dark blue eyes. He is tall and somewhat bulky. He wears sleeveless dark grey armor all around his body, has foldable wings, and a long tail.

## Brief History

Maverick Milrankus was raised in the Hidden Dragonborn Village alongside his many friends. Growing up he had a very close relationship with his older brother Matthew Milrankus, but often felt like he was living in Matthew's shadow. Nevertheless, Maverick developed a strong respect for his brother, and began his studies in elemental magic. The two trained and went on adventures for several years as the proud leaders of their village.

Matthew decided to pursue a greater life and leave Hiddranda, something few others ever do. Maverick wanted to go but his brother insisted that he was still too young. Despite this Maverick supported his decision and gave Matthew the confidence he needed to leave. In the following years Maverick grew arrogant and power-hungry without the supervision of his brother. He began to follow a path of hate and resentment but patiently waited for the day Matthew would return.

When Maverick became of age he decided to venture onto the outside world as well. He sought out his brother, but soon learned of his death. He only knew half the story but in his grief came to believe that the Heralds of Retha were responsible. Vowing to avenge his brother, Maverick returned to the village and prepared a small army of Dragonborn warriors. Maverick took his warriors to an unfinished base near Stathen and created a trap for the Heralds. Fueled by rage, Maverick honed his elemental powers to their peak in preparation of the heroes.

Not long after, the Heralds wandered into Maverick's base, setting his plan into motion. He attempted to have his warriors weaken the team but they weren't strong enough. Maverick decided it was time for him to demonstrate his powers. Once the Heralds entered his room, Maverick confronted them. He fought valiantly and used his elemental mastery to nearly kill the Heralds. Unfortunately Maverick's body was not yet accustomed to his new powers and disintegrated himself as a result of overexertion.

After learning about the Milrankus lineage a future Daniel Skrimir decided Maverick had more to offer to the world. While time-traveling as a result of the Time Rift, the Heralds briefly arrived to the day of their battle. Skrimir stopped time to save and teleport Maverick away shortly before his death. An initially hostile Maverick was given clarity, then introduced to the Dragon Lord and began to work within his palace in the Dragon Dimension. Skrimir offered rehabilitation, introspection, and a second chance to the Dragonborn who had lost his way. Maverick began to reflect.

## Abilities

Maverick is a skilled sorcerer by heart. Having spent many years training in the art of magic, his power is rivaled by only a few. His draconic might was nearly enough to subdue the Heralds, quite the achievement. Unfortunately he was born without an elemental breath ability but made up for it with his other powers.

* **Multilingualism-**Maverick is capable of speaking and understanding both common and draconic.
* **Dragonborn Physiology-** Regardless of his scale color or elemental skill, Maverick's Dragonborn body gives him a natural physical advantage over others.
	+ **Enhanced Strength-** Maverick has been seen wielding a form of "super strength" and is much stronger than the average Dragonborn.
	+ **Enhanced Durability-** Maverick has been seen tanking blows from different enemies and weapons, while still standing strong.
	+ **Flight-** Maverick's large wings naturally allow him to fly in the air at great speeds. This helps him reach difficult places and fly over certain obstacles in his path. They are also foldable, allowing him to be more comfortable within his mech and small spaces.

* **Elemental Magic Manipulation-** After many years of training his elemental magic Maverick became extremely adept at it. While Matthew opted on focused powers Maverick saw value in a larger variety. He had a multitude of spells that excelled at wide area damage.
	+ **Fire Spread-** This spell focuses on the element of fire, creating a large heat wave that burns everyone in the vicinity.
	+ **Wind Gust-** This spell focuses on the element of air, creating a massive gust of wind that can blow away various opponents.
	+ **Ice-Shard Shower-** This spell focuses on the element of ice, creating many ice shards in the air that rained down over a certain area, dealing lots of damage.
	+ **Vine Entanglement-** This spell focuses on the element of nature, creating many vines that tie an opponent into place, making them easier targets.
	+ **Earthquake-** This spell focuses on the element of earth, creating a big shockwave through the ground, hitting everyone on half of the battlefield.
	+ **Monolithic Mech-** This was arguably Maverick's most powerful elemental spell, as it covered his body in many pieces of stone, creating a mech-like structure. This structure put him in a state of absolute defense while being able to use his other spells with no disturbances.

* **Elemental Transformation-** This technique was created by Maverick himself over the course of multiple years. It was finally perfected some time before fighting the Heralds, allowing him to achieve an ascended state of superiority. This form increases the power of his attacks, and partially restores his health and mana.

## Equipment

Maverick only carries one weapon, the most prized possession of the Milrankus lineage. It was offered to Matthew long ago, but ended up in Maverick's hands instead. Maverick held great respect for this ancient relic, using it to defeat almost anyone who dare oppose him.

* **Sword of a Million Ranks-** It was originally created in the Golden Arcanes on order of Maximillion Milrankus, the first Milrankus hero. Maverick first held the sword when he vowed to avenge his brother's death. A connection to the Milrankus bloodline unlocks the sword's extraordinary capability in battle, challenging unchallenged power wherever it goes.

## Weaknesses

* **Mana Meter Drain-** If one of his spells or items consumes too much mana, it leaves him tired and in a vulnerable state. His mana can always recharge after some time or even with Mana Potions, but if completely drained of mana, he is rendered unable to use any of his more powerful spells.
	+ **Mythilin-** Mythilin, or more specifically Gold Mythilin, can be used to temporarily render Maverick unable to use his magic, and by extension his spells. This leaves him powerless and more vulnerable to attack.
* **Overexertion-** A hateful and raging Maverick drove his body to the limits during his battle with the Heralds of Retha. He could not handle the sheer elemental power, and as a result, he disintegrated himself. It could potentially happen again if Maverick does not take the time to physically process a large increase in power.

## Trivia

* Maverick is played by the same person who played Matthew and Magnus Milrankus, but only during Maverick's debut session.