Hagen Ironkin

The Shining Fist and his war steed Amalthea in front of Lake Westmere

Hagen Ironkin was a Trueborn Elf known throughout Armonia for his heroic deeds and devotion to the faith of Innos.

## Description

He stood tall and proud, with piercing green eyes that glinted with determination. Purifying light of Innos shone upon his bald head as he rode his trusted warhorse, Amalthea. Hagen was often seen wearing his darkened holy armor, which shone brilliantly in the sunlight despite its simplicity.

His home, Castle Maigne, was a grand fortress with towering walls and a drawbridge that spanned a wide moat. The castle was nestled in a lush valley surrounded by rolling hills, with a majestic mountain range in the distance.

## Personality

Hagen was a man of unwavering conviction and unshakable faith. He was a fierce warrior and defender of the innocent, always willing to put himself in harm's way to protect others. He held himself to the highest standards of honor and righteousness, and never wavered in his devotion to the teachings of Innos.

Hagen was also a man of great wisdom and insight, and he often took the time to counsel those in need. Despite his intimidating presence on the battlefield, he had a gentle and compassionate heart, and his kindness and generosity were renowned throughout Armonia.

## Abilities

Hagen was a master of the sword and was skilled in the art of war. His years of training had made him an exceptional fighter, and he was known for his lightning-fast strikes and precise movements.

He was also a powerful paladin, with the ability to call forth the divine power of Innos to smite his enemies and heal the wounded. Hagen was a gifted strategist and tactician, and his military acumen was a key factor in the many battles he fought and won.

## Possessions

Hagen's most prized possession was his holy armor, a suit of darkened shining plate mail that made him stand out in the battlefield with its taunting color, was a gift from the High Priest of Innos himself.

He also possessed a powerful longsword named the Sun Blade, forged from enchanted silver and imbued with the holy power of the sun. Additionally, he rode a magnificent warhorse named Amalthea, who was renowned for her speed and endurance.

He was known to have always carried a bottle of Sunwater, an incredibly rare substance that was believed to hold unimaginable powers drawn from Innos himself, hence his fast rise in rank among his peers. Whether it was the real liquid inside his flask or not, noone knows for sure, but it is now in possession of his holy order, at Castle Maigne.

## Activities

He traveled to many different regions of the world, including the village of Widebridge, the border town of Silverfork, and the capital city of Nyrtanna. Hagen was a fierce and relentless warrior who would stop at nothing to protect the innocent and defend the ideals of Innos.

He led many successful campaigns against the orcs, driving them back with his comrades. When he wasn't on the battlefield, Hagen could be found at Castle Maigne, training his fellow paladins and studying the teachings of Innos.

He also spent time a lot of time in the village of Widebridge, his hometown, where he helped the local populace and oversaw the construction of a grand cathedral dedicated to Innos.

## Fame & Recognition

Hagen was widely regarded as one of the greatest heroes in Wallendia's history. His legendary battles against the orcs inspired countless stories and ballads, and his name was known throughout the land. He was a respected and beloved figure, and his devotion to the faith of Innos earned him the admiration of many. Even after his death, his legacy lived on, and many paladins and warriors looked to him as a shining example of honor, courage, and righteousness.

Hagen's name was honored for his deeds after changing the name of Candlepeak Mountains to Hagen's Crook after his death by the Wallendian emperor.

## Relationships

### Family

Hagen Ironkin was born into a family of skilled warriors and tacticians. His father, Erodan Ironkin, was a renowned general in the Wallendian army, and his mother, Leandra Ironkin, was a skilled archer who taught her son the basics of archery.

Hagen had two siblings, an older sister named Shae Ironkin and a younger brother named Custer Lenny Ironkin. Shae followed in their father's footsteps and became a general in the Trueborn Elf army, while Custer chose to become a scholar and studied ancient elven texts.

Hagen was married to Lady Ellara Ironkin, a skilled healer and devout follower of Innos. They had two children, Paleggos Ironkin and Shane Ironkin. Paleggos followed in his father's footsteps and became a paladin, while Shane became a skilled blacksmith and crafted many of Hagen's weapons and armor.

### Friends & Allies

Hagen had many friends and allies throughout his life. His closest friend and ally was Darian Silverblade, a fellow paladin and member of the Radiant Crusaders of Innos. Darian and Hagen fought side-by-side in many battles against the forces of darkness, and their bond grew stronger with each passing year.

Hagen also had a close relationship with General Aric Silverheart of the Wallendian Empire. General Aric recognized Hagen's skills as a leader and warrior and often sought his counsel on matters of war and strategy. Hagen also had a deep respect for the general and his armies, and fought many battles alongside the Wallendian army.

### Squires

Hagen took many squires under his wing throughout his career as a paladin. His most notable squire was a young elf named Lirien Moonwhisper. Lirien was a skilled archer and swordsman, and Hagen saw great potential in him. He trained Lirien personally and taught him the ways of the Radiant Crusaders of Innos.

### Romances

Hagen was deeply in love with his wife, Lady Ellara Ironkin. They met when they were both young and fell in love quickly. They were inseparable from that day on, and their love only grew stronger with time. Lady Ellara was a devoted healer and often traveled with Hagen on his campaigns, tending to the wounded and sick.

### Enemies

Hagen's most formidable enemies were the Orcish hordes of Thron-Gal that constantly threatened the safety and well-being of the people of Armonia. Hagen fought in many battles against the Orcs, and his skills as a warrior and paladin were put to the test time and time again.

Hagen also had a deep-seated hatred for Necromancers of Beliar and other followers of dark magic, seeing them as a corrupting influence that needed to be eradicated.

## History

### Early Life

Hagen Ironkin was born in the year 1004 AH to Erodan and Leandra Ironkin. He grew up in the village of Widebridge, where he learned the basics of archery from his mother and the art of war from his father. Hagen was a skilled warrior from a young age and was often called upon to defend his village from bandits and other threats.

From a young age, he showed a fierce devotion to the teachings of Adanos as the new wave of the faith of Innos had not sweep across the region yet, especially his village.

He had a desire to protect his people from the dark forces that threatened them, which led him to transition his beliefs towards the new teachings of Innos. Through a recruitment campaign in 1029 AH, when Hagen was 25 years old, he left Widebridge and swore an oath to the Radiant Crusaders of Innos in their relatively new headquarters Castle Maigne. A holy faction dedicated to the teachings of Innos taught by its original followers of Krush Varok, defense of the faithful and the eradication of evil in all its forms. This was also the first time of his encounters with the Lionel race.

He began his training as a squire and and shortly after as a knight under the tutelage of his paladin superiors, eventually catching the eye of High Priest Artenis, a wise Lionel who was appointed overseas by the Ammarid sovereign. The high priest saw a great potential in the young elf, despite his hidden xenophobic tendencies.

### Adulthood

He quickly rose through the ranks, thanks to his unwavering devotion to his cause and his unmatched skill with a sword. He fought in many battles against the orcish hordes and other dark forces, earning him the respect and admiration of his fellow crusaders. He became a Paladin, and eventually a High Paladin towards the end of his adulthood after his glorious accomplishments against the forces of evil.

### Later Years & Death

As Hagen Ironkin grew older, he became a mentor to many young squires, passing on his knowledge and experience to the next generation of paladins. He continued to fight against the forces of darkness until the day he died, passing away on the peaks of Candlepeak Mountains due to a heart-attack, with two of his squires right next to him, at the age of 211.

After many perilous adventurers, his squires managed to bring his body to Castle Maigne and organized a proper burial for their masters, with many important figures attending the funeral.

After his burial, the Emperor of Wallendia decided to change the name of Candlepeak Mountains to Hagen's Crook as a token of gratitude for his services, and for the next generation of knights and paladins to remember the greatness they can achieve by following the will of Innos.

## Rumors & Legends

Despite the countless tales of Hagen's heroism, there are some rumors and legends surrounding his life that are widely debated among the people of Armonia. One of the most popular is the story of his encounter with a powerful lich in the depths of Nethermoor swamps. According to the legend, the lich had been terrorizing nearby villages for months, raising the dead and using them to do his bidding. Hagen, along with a group of fellow Radiant Crusaders, set out to put an end to the lich's reign of terror.

As they entered the lich's lair, they were met with a horde of undead minions. Hagen fought valiantly, wielding his enchanted sword and shield with expert precision. Despite the overwhelming odds, Hagen and his companions managed to defeat the lich and destroy his phylactery, ensuring that he could never return to the living world. Some claim that Hagen's sword, the Sun Blade still carries the residue of the lich's dark magic, making it one of the most powerful weapons in Armonia. The sword sits inside a jeweled container in Castle Maigne's main hall, in front of his statue for everyone to see.

Another legend surrounding Hagen's life is the tale of his battle with the Dragon of Ironspire. It is said that the dragon had been terrorizing the countryside, burning villages and killing innocent people. Hagen, along with a group of fellow knights, set out to slay the beast and put an end to its reign of terror.

After a long and grueling battle, Hagen managed to land the killing blow on the dragon, severing its head from its body. However, the dragon's death came at a heavy cost, and many of Hagen's fellow knights perished in the battle. Some say that Hagen was forever changed by the experience, haunted by the memory of his fallen comrades and the blood he had spilled in the name of justice.