Skylark

Skylark is a young fairy wizard that arrived in Guildtown by sea at the start of Season 6.

## Description

Skylark is an enchanting and ethereal being, characterized by fair skin, soft green eyes, and a captivating air of mystery. His avian features, including talon-like feet and striking black wings, create a mesmerizing contrast to his otherwise human-like appearance. With a slim build, he emanates an otherworldly presence. His attire reflects a sense of style and refinement, featuring a fancy shirt secured with silver buttons and a sophisticated black jacket with brown trim. The combination is harmoniously complemented by his tan pants.

Noteworthy among his accessories is a golden necklace shaped like two wolf heads, suggesting a connection to the wild and a potential affinity for nature. Skylark is frequently seen carrying a spellbook, a substantial tome adorned with blue arcane sigils on both covers. The sigils glow with enchantment whenever he casts spells, emphasizing his magical prowess.

## Combat Style

Skylark goes into combat with only a dagger on his hip, confident that his spells will carry him through in most situations. When he casts levelled spells, they are often reframed as some sort of "hammer", be it "hammerball" (fireball), "homing hammers" (magic missile), hammer breath (dragon's breath), or "hammerwave" (thunderwave), all dealing bludgeoning damage. He occasionally uses thunder damage, but firmly believes that most problems can be solved with a hammer, magic, or, preferably, a magic hammer.

He has also learned how to manifest the mind of his mentor and surrogate father, Horbin Highspell, through his spellbook. This allows him to both see in dark places and cast spells through it. He's also known to use his familiar, Nutmeg, as a conduit for spells, like casting hammer breath on it to draw away attention from himself.

## Background

Skylark's tragic backstory begins with the devastating loss of his family at the hands of an ominous figure. In the aftermath of this tragedy, he found himself desperate and consumed by grief. His pleas for their resurrection were denied by Oberon, the Fairy King, leading to a moment of uncontrolled rage that resulted in Skylark's banishment from the Faewild.

Amidst his exile, Skylark's path crossed with that of Horbin Highspell, a kind-hearted halfling. Recognizing Skylark's potential, Horbin took him under his wing, becoming both his mentor and guardian. Under Horbin's nurturing care, Skylark found solace and guidance, gaining a deep understanding of the world through patient instruction and engaging discussions.

It was in the realm of magic that Skylark truly thrived, thanks to Horbin's tutelage. He excelled in his studies, learning the fundamental principles of spellcasting and developing a profound appreciation for the arcane arts. Horbin bestowed upon Skylark his first spellbook, a treasured gift that became a repository for his growing repertoire of spells.

Horbin's influence extended beyond academia; he instilled moral lessons in Skylark, emphasizing integrity, compassion, and respect for all living beings. Skylark held deep admiration and loyalty towards his mentor, seeing him as not just a teacher but also a parental figure.

Tragedy struck again when Skylark returned home one day to discover Horbin missing and their cabin in disarray. This unexpected loss shattered Skylark's world, leaving him with unanswered questions and a profound sense of grief. Driven by love and determination, he embarked on a quest to uncover the truth behind Horbin's disappearance.

As Skylark pursued his search, he found himself in Guildtown, where he joined the adventurers guild. He took on various quests, driven by a thirst for adventure, and the need for financial stability. Through these quests, he not only grew personally but also honed his skills in the arcane arts, unlocking hidden reserves of power. With each successful endeavor, Skylark's confidence in his abilities grew, marking a remarkable journey of self-discovery and mastery.

During one such quest, Skylark and his guildmates were unexpectedly transported back in time, each experiencing their own visions from the past. In Skylark's case, he found himself witnessing the night Horbin vanished. Helplessly watching as Horbin was taken away by Grungs, Skylark decided to research further into Grung culture, to see if he could find any answers.

## Relationships

**Briphion:** An integral part of Skylark's life; his girlfriend.

At first, their relationship encountered significant challenges. Briphion, who originally introduced herself as “Fae-Bane” and “Pixie Killer,” was nearly antagonistic towards the fairy. However, as they began going on more and more quests together, they soon came to a place of mutual respect and understanding, becoming friends and building their houses next to each other.

The night of Skylark's resurrection marked a turning point. The experience of coming face-to-face with his mortality caused him to reevaluate his priorities and embrace the fleeting nature of life. With newfound clarity, Skylark summoned the courage to ask Briphion out, propelling their relationship into romantic territory. They have since chosen to share their lives together, residing either in Skylark's treehouse or Briphion's own house. As their bond continues to strengthen, they have even made plans to physically unite their living spaces, attaching Briphion's house to Skylark's treehouse, symbolizing their commitment to a shared future.

**Grisp:** Someone that Skylark considers a good friend. Though not completely comfortable around the pure maiden, especially due to her habit of summoning armies of the undead, Skylark was only able to piece together parts of his forgotten past due to her. He knows better than to get on Grisp's bad side, less he face her undead horde, and is unsure if he would be able to win against such numbers.

## Trivia

Skylark is both autistic and has ADHD.

Skylark has multiple alarms set around his house, as per the *alarm* spell: one at the base of the tree, one at each entryway, and one in the bedroom. He also has the bedroom door sealed with an arcane lock. He resets the alarms every 8 hours or so, unless he is away on a quest.

Skylark has difficulty swimming, as he has hollow bones to allow him which fly.