Ace of Julian

Ace\_of\_Julian, also known as Julian or Ace, is a major nomadic figure of Drevhall. He is a neutral force in the lands, both working for and socializing with anyone who requires assistance or that he can find. Julian was in charge of running the monthly Drevhall Auction since the second iteration, was a member of the Drevhall Science Division, and was a member of the organization known as NILF. He resides east of the mainland, living in the forest atop the mountain northeast of Dreadhaven. Not much is known about him from before his arrival, but his attitude shows it wasn’t the best.

## Physiology

Julian is an elvish male, standing at 184cm (6’ 0.44”). His ears suggest that he has somewhat pale skin, but the rest of his features are concealed beneath his clothing. However, some occasionally show. He had one red eye and a silver eye, though it is unclear whether the latter is naturally silver or a result of losing sight in said eye. However, that red eye changed into an icy blue due to the effects of what he calls “The Races Event.” Julian also has burns that run across his arms. They appear close to being healed, and Julian doesn’t seem to hide or care about them.

Past that, the only people to see any other traits of his are Mads657 and TheClassyBritsh. He has long, black hair. There is a dark grey streak, presumably due to stress. Under his eyes, heavy bags rest. He is clean-shaven, however, his sideburns have grown a bit large. On top of the burns along his arms, Julian has a large burn on the right side of his face which goes across his eye. His hands are charred, and he has minor burns on his neck and back.

Julian wears a purple cloak that covers his head and torso with pants of the same color. He recently revealed himself to be wearing a black buttoned shirt beneath his cloak with a purple tie, though few have actually seen this. He also sports brown boots typically worn by hunters and adventurers. Strapped over his face is a white, clay mask with eyeholes and a mouth hole carved into it.

## Personality

When he first arrived to the Riverlands, Julian was a relatively flat person. He had an aura of mystery to him, keeping quiet and observing others. As time went on, however, he grew more open. He is witty, possessing a sharp tongue and a logical mind. He is generally willing to assist those that request help and shows compassion to his friends.

While much of his past is still unknown, it’s clear that whatever happened has changed Julian as a person. He can grow a bit hostile at times, both physically and verbally, but it seems to be a rare scene. Julian also possesses an odd sense of justice. Although he tends to stay neutral in conflicts and does not get involved, he is known to act if he deems the situation necessary. More often though is his sense of protection. He tends to take action to protect those he cares about, making sure they are out of harm’s way either with other players or mobs. A rare sight is Julian’s positive side. He is compassionate and comforting, although sometimes this side of him isn’t portrayed as well as he wishes.

Recently, he has revealed more of the inner parts of his mind to Crystal\_K\_, Classy, and Mads. He is very unhealthy mentally, depressed as well as possessing abandonment issues and PTSD. He also struggles to convey his emotions well, which he believes comes from his trauma and how the changing moment in his life was filled with so many heavy emotions. Above all else, Julian has severe thanatophobia, the intense fear of dying. He has told all three people mentioned above how he lives for the dead, and if he were to die and be reborn through the phenomenon known as a Lore Death, his entire purpose in life would be gone.

He also cannot—or does not want to—express romantic love. He expressed to both Classy and Crystal that he worries that all of his mental baggage would not allow him to give the energy required for a relationship, and he believes a relationship would hurt both himself and his supposed partner more than it would help.

## Backstory

**(Important Note: This information is not something my character has made public, so almost no one will know any of this in character. The following people know all or some of the information under this section in character: Mads657, TheClassyBritish, Crystal\_K\_. Additionally, I ask that no one connects their character or lore to my backstory at all. Anyone connecting their character to mine would cause more harm than good to my character’s story.)**

Julian comes from the city of Nexus, the capital city of the country of Genakin in a continent far away from the Riverlands and its surrounding nations. The city was full of humans as well as elves and some dwarves. He was the eldest of four and lived with his parent. He was a smart kid, going to school and sitting toward the top of his class. Julian also took on jobs for his city, such as lumbering, mining, and exploration. However, he was part of the country most affected by the king of Genakin. King Zacharious Tekumo was part of the royal family who had been ruling over Genakin for some time now, and the man wore his honor a bit too close. He cared heavily for his wealth, power, and control. The king did not show too much concern for his city or country, and this treatment did not garner favor for the people.

The cities surrounding Nexus were fed up with the lack of concern and the priorities the king had, so they staged a coup. They attacked the city of Nexus, and the confusion and chaos of the battle cause the people of Nexus and the surrounding cities to fight each other. Knights were dispatched, people were killed, and houses were set ablaze. Julian had been away from his home, but when he saw the battle ensue, he rushed to his house. There, he found his house had been engulfed in flame. Without thinking, he rushed into his burning house to save his family. He found his father unconscious under some rubble and the rest of his family were trying their best to escape. Julian tried to get to them, but a flaming piece of wood gave way. He was hit in the face by the board and watched with one eye as parts of the roof collapsed on top of his mother and siblings. He screamed in agony, forcing himself to run out of the house before he could suffer the same fate. He rushed out of Nexus with nothing but his clothes and mind.

He continued running into the nearby forest, where he wept and mourned. On that day, Julian vowed two things. First, he would never allow an innocent life to die if he could help it. Second, he would not allow an unjust ruler to hurt their people. He began to venture, leaving behind the burning pile that was his home city. For almost two years, Julian journeyed. He crafted tools for himself, hunted for food, and crafted himself a white clay mask. He wanted to keep everything locked away, to not burden people with his story or emotions, so the mask helped block that.

One day, Julian found a cabin in the middle of a forest. It was overgrown and abandoned, but he made it liveable. He was happy to have a house, somewhere warm he could stay for a bit instead of camping out in treetops or caves.

## Arrival to the Riverlands & First Days

**(Important Note: This wiki page is to not be used as an excuse to metagame. If you do not know something, do not act on it. If I find out people use my wiki page for metagaming, I will be royally pissed. This is just a retelling of my character’s actions and emotions and his feelings, so don’t use it to metagame).**

One day, as he was exploring the forest he resided in, he found some lumberjacks in a forest. They seemed spooked by him and ran away. Julian, curious, followed their pathway and came across an open field on a cliffside. He saw the men begin to hurry off from below on horseback. He decided to follow them and wound up in the nation of Uzacan, where he met the recently elected Lady DubstepKittenYT. She gave him a tour of the Riverlands and handed him iron armor. The two met with Thunderxyz56, who then gave a small tour of Aquos before the lord Turtle\_Titan\_YT arrived and handed Julian diamond armor.

Julian’s tour continued into Epheria, where he met FluffySapphire, Void, and Quinn along with another new traveler ReTroH3at. The Epherians were gearing up for an adventure to find polar bears, and Julian tagged along. He grew close with Dub and the Epherians quickly and returned to his cabin with a positive feeling he hadn’t felt in a while. Upon returning home, he decided that he would stay for a few days to see if he would want to stay in the surrounding area. Days became weeks, and weeks became months. The following weeks were spent settling down and exploring the nations. Julian had no desire to join any nation, stating that he wished to view politics objectively, but he also wanted the opportunity to leave without too much trouble, something he kept to himself.

## Aquos Auction to Turtle’s Confrontation

Turtle of Aquos had announced he was hosting an auction for Drevhall and encouraged everyone from all nations to attend. Having spent a large majority of his time gathering resources, Julian submitted items into the auction to get himself some rubies, the currency of Drevhall. However, he only ended up getting one shard, which he used to purchase a stockpile of ender pearls.

However, a collection of Protection IV books had been put up for auction for diamonds, something Julian had a good amount of. And so, he began to bid, hoping that those in enchanted, netherite armor would recognize his plain diamond armor and allow him to freely purchase the books. However, he soon entered a bidding war with High King DaviDustin, who quickly outbid Julian despite his attempt to persuade the man otherwise. However, hope was not lost, as ReTroH3at of Epheria had entered as Julian exited the bidding war and purchased the books. Retro then handed Julian the books, insisting that it was nothing. Julian took the act of generosity to heart, promising to repay Retro for his kindness.

A few days later, Julian was contacted by Turtle to meet him in Aquos. When he arrived, Turtle took him to a secret area beneath the main base of Aquos and told him about a plot to remove David from power. Turtle talked about how David was unfit to rule and that a new monarch was needed. Julian believed that Turtle had at least some desire to gain power for himself, but considered his points. Of the very brief moment he had with David at the auction, he assumed Turtle’s words had some truth, so he agreed to assist him. Julian kept his own desires hidden, wanting to get more information on David and, if Turtle proved to be correct, remove him without any death.

Turtle did not contact Julian after that moment about his plans, effectively keeping a close ally in the dark. That was until word spread of a plot to steal the Crimson Blade. Julian learned the confrontation was happening on Jester’s ship and he made his way there. He listened quietly as David and Turtle argued about all sorts of things. As time went on, Julian grew less and less supportive of Turtle, until he saw the man as nearly insane. He also understood David more, seeing him as someone who knew his responsibilities and upheld them. Once Turtle left, Julian began to head to his cabin, until word got out that Mon\_key of Thoronor had been outed as a traitor to his country. Julian rushed over and watched the ordeal unfold. Afterward, he joined the meeting for nations to discuss the information Monkey had exposed. Monkey mentioned nomadic allies who were gathering information on nations. Julian was put under suspicion, but Monkey had inadvertently cleared his name when he mentioned the plot: the nomadic ally had plenty of information on all nations. At this point, Julian had not talked to many people in the room, let alone nation leaders. He was also never told to do such a thing by Turtle, and so he was cleared. This moment solidified Julian’s disdain for Turtle, seeing Turtle as a man to never trust

## The Frostland Arc

Julian was generally neutral in the Frostland conflicts in the sense that he had no stakes in them. He openly voiced his disapproval of Turtle and his methods. During this time, the nations of Drevhall had discussed the continuation of the auction Turtle had started. Julian volunteered to begin constructing somewhere in the Commercium to host the auctions. This became known as the Swaggering Spade, a tavern that served as an event hall and auction house as well.

Turtle had contacted him to talk about the confrontation and discuss the plans he had for the Frostlands. Julian was more cautious this time and showed a general sense of disdain for Turtle’s plans. He saw it as unrealistic at best and told Turtle as such. He told Turtle that he would not support his plot. Past that, not much occurred. He watched the conflicts unfold and made note of everything.

Weeks later, an elven woman known as Mads set up camp near Julian’s cabin. When he learned of this, he appeared at her camp and found her and Turtle talking. He tagged along with the two as they explored the continent. Julian informed Mads of the world’s politics, calling to attention Turtle’s actions. When Turtle left, Julian and Mads continued talking, and Julian helped Mads get stabilized at her camp. Days passed and the two grew closer and closer. Julian helped Mads settle into her cavern city, exploring the vast cave system with her and overall supporting her as she grew accustomed to Drevhall.

## The Sculk Arc

Julian was one of the people to find the Warden that had been unleashed onto the Commercium. He spent most of the time distracting the beast as Mason attacked it. He eventually trapped it in the magma block pit next to the Fishing Shop, where Mason proceeded to bow the creature down. The two men, alongside DubstepKittenYT, talked about who could have released the Warden. Julian suspected that Turtle or IllumniEclipse could have done it, as the two had been vocal about wanting to find an Ancient City. When information was made public, it was revealed that Turtle had indeed been the one to release the Warden and was promptly ridiculed and had a pseudo-bounty placed on him.

When Turtle appeared in Mads’ cave, Julian was already there and began to chase after Turtle. Turtle, thinking Julian held the Tag Book, nonchalantly ran and hid behind a tree. Once he realized he was being attacked, he fled back to the cave. Mads pleaded that the two kept violence out of her home, and Tilly spoke numerous times about killing anyone who starts fighting.

The exchange caused Julian to begin writing what soon became a newspaper. He wrote about Turtle’s conversation with Tilly, where Turtle told of his plans to build up an army of Wardens. He did not bother hiding the information, later bragging openly that he had a secret base. However, what he did not know was that both Retro and Mason had found his base and promptly blew it up. Turtle tried to fight the two, but was overpowered and narrowly escaped. Julian, having learned of this shortly after it happened, rushed to interview Mason and Retro.

The next day, a group of people were hanging out when Turtle expressed interest in meeting with IllumniEclipse. Illu told Julian about a plot to kill Turtle. Knowing Turtle wouldn’t come unless he sensed no danger, Julian retreated to his house. Later, Turtle suffered a lore death at the hands of Illu, and Julian quickly met with multiple people to interview them about the event and the moments after, writing the second edition of his newspaper

One day, Julian appeared at a meeting in the Thoronor Library, where he met TheClassyBritish and learned of the sculk virus. He avoided JesterinBlack and DaviDustin, both of whom had shown signs of being infected, and stayed to learn of its origins. As the sculk virus began to spread, Julian remained close to his home. He actively denied most people from coming to his home, monitoring both Mads’ and his own health. He was quick to enter the Drevhall Science Division, dedicating a part of his house as a lab and monitoring the symptoms and the infection rate.

## The Alchemical Temple

During an auction, David had put a stack of worn-out notes up for bidding, and Julian decided to take them when he found no one was interested. The notes detailed an ancient civilization and their research on modern-day splash potions. With the help of Retro, the two found multiple desert temples in the east which detailed more about this civilization. Julian then left Drevhall for about a month. Upon his return, he was immediately questioned as to where he had gone, to which he simply replied with he was “on vacation.” His tone of voice, solemn and a tad gloomy, suggest otherwise.

Over time, he returned to his normal self and soon gathered a party to track down this ancient civilization. He, Quinn, Void, and Capaz found a large temple with many inscriptions written on the wall in Galactic. Upon translation, they found many different recipes along the walls. They alerted Classy, who quickly made her way to the temple and was given the translations.

Julian spent the time experimenting with the information they had found in the temple. Having not brewed much of anything, the process was new. However, upon his first experiment, he learned that certain brews could be used in other brews. He immediately made this knowledge known to the DSD, which helped the organization figure out the elixir. While he did not directly find the elixir, the information he had discovered was vital to its discovery.

## NILF

When the elixir was found, the High King immediately tried to force his authority on the DSD to give up the recipe. Everyone, both Riverland citizens and those outside refused. Classy formed all of the opinions into a statement, saying that the elixir was an expensive brew to make, and as such, she would require everyone to pitch in to help create enough cures. David was unhappy with this, and Julian was unhappy with David. It was also this day that Thermo had visibility grown sick from something Julian knows little about. He heard David tell Thermo to go to Copper Lake to get an elixir. Julian, knowing Classy to not be online and knowing Thermo did not know what the elixir looked like, informed Classy that the two were going to her house. This caused a dispute between Classy and David, and David pushed Classy to tell him who told her. She caved and told him it was Julian, and when Julian appeared to see his friend Thermo, David was visibly angry. When Thermo was better, David began leaving, but not before making a comment to Julian about his disappointment. It struck a nerve with Julian, and he began to ramble about his anger and feelings.

Classy tried to calm him down, and the nearby Crystal\_K\_ and CriesinNami followed the two back to Julian’s house. Classy excused herself for a moment and went back to Copper Lake once Julian had visibly calmed down, and Nami left too, but Crystal continued to ask questions. Soon, they offered Julian a way to stop David: an organization known as Nilf. Julian was very skeptical of it, especially learning of who had already accepted an invite: Crystal, PretentiousGhost, cc4020, I\_am\_Tilly, and Turtle. However, with the recent events of David and from observation, he believed David was going down a dark path that could cause the loss of innocent lives, so Julian accepted.

Immediately, he told Crystal a few things. Firstly, if NILF started to prove more harmful than good, he would leave. Second, Crystal would need to get Mason on board. He told them the story of Turtle’s first rebellion and how a major reason it failed and a lot of what has happened to Turtle happened was because he neglected to inform his people of his plot. Crystal would heed Julian’s words and assured him that they would. Julian then informed them that he would talk to Classy and Mads, though he assumed they would decline due to their desires to remain out of politics and peaceful respectively. He also told them that he would try and persuade both DubstepKittenYT of Uzacan and Erebus\_Ignis of Laputria, and also told them that it was nearly impossible to get Epheria on their side.

Once Crystal left, Classy returned, and Julian told them everything. Not just about NILF, which Classy expectedly declined, but about his whole life. He broke down, for the first time in a long time, and Classy saw the true Julian. A fragile man who had his home, friends, and family all taken from him. A burning memory of what unfit rulers can do to innocent people. She comforted him, telling him that it was alright and how she was proud of him. She told Julian that he should do what he believes is necessary, whether others view it as right or wrong. Classy stayed with Julian until he regained his composure and returned to Copper Lake

For a couple of days, he rested and cooled off. He informed Mads of NILF, and she also declined but told Julian that she would help him and make sure that he stayed safe. He also spoke to Dub, who said she would like to remain separated from it. However, she promise Julian that if he needed anything from her, she would help him. One day though, he found out that NILF had been having meetings without his knowledge, so he entered the conversation. There he learned that not only had Aquos, Veteres, and Erebus all been recruited without him being told, but a plot to assassinate the High King was already in motion. Julian, outraged, held a meeting with Tilly and Crystal, the two in charge of NILF. There he expressed his anger, and while Crystal was understanding, Tilly was argumentative. In the next few days, Julian calmed down and spoke more civilly with the two separately. He apologized for his anger and expressed his feelings calmly. His talks with Crystal would continue, and they would learn more about Julian’s past. They would also develop feelings for Julian and tell him, but Julian informed them of his fear to love due to how he would certainly hurt both himself and them.

Throughout his time in NILF, Julian tried to be the voice of reason. Tilly was confident, almost arrogant, that the plan would work, but Julian countered this with logic. Above all else though, he tried to advocate for a peaceful way to resolve it. Classy had told him about how David and she had a meeting where she learned more about David as a person. Not only did it change her outlook on David, but it changed Julian’s once he learned it. He no longer saw David as a man who was too far down a dark path to be saved, he believed David had some light within him that could help him find his way. The original plan was for Julian to call out David’s acts of treason in front of the Riverlands during a trial for JesterinBlack, however, Julian knew that David’s wrongs were not treasonous. They were mistakes, actions David took because he believed that what he was doing was helping people. Both Classy and Julian knew that the Crimson Crown was corrupting David, and Julian believed that it had warped David’s mind. Try as he might to convince NILF to try and find a peaceful option rather than killing David and Archie, he could not sway them. Julian has since been distant from NILF, not helping with gathering materials. The only reason he has not exposed NILF is due to the innocent people who joined due to fear. He began to form a plan to approach David alone and try and talk to him, however, that day never came.

## The Resurgence of Nashar’s Legion

One day, word rang out about the murder of Lord Erebus\_Ignis of Laputria. Julian was upset like most, respecting Erebus as a ruler and a man. However, on that same day, a man known as Terebus showed up. Julian, having read about Nashar’s Legion, knew Terebus to be a general for Nashar. High King David openly blamed the man for the murder of Erebus, and Julian asked to talk to David to learn more. David was willing to talk to him about it and Julian told him about Nashar’s Legion and the war that they waged. After their talk, Julian thanked David and went home. When he arrived, he found a red handprint above his door. It was completely solid, almost as if it was painted on, and that theory only strengthened when Julian easily removed it. During this time, he had begun to write to Classy as a way to communicate better, and he mentioned this fact to her.

The next day, word had gotten to him that Thermo had been cursed. Classy had yet to know, so he wrote a letter to her. Right as he was about to leave, he heard the crunching of vines and he froze. He slowly peered up the stairs and stared at Terebus, who stood at his upstairs window. Internally, he was astonished, but he kept that to himself as he asked Terebus what he wanted. Terebus wished to meet at the door, which Julian accepted. When he walked over, Julian commented that he had found Terebus’ handprint. He had assumed that Terebus was responsible for it due to the color of the handprint being connected to Terebus. However, the man expressed genuine confusion and said that he hadn’t done anything. Julian was surprised, but continued his conversation. Terebus told him that Nashar found him useful, not elaborating further, and said that he could help Julian achieve everything he wishes. Julian kept up a calm demeanor and tried to get more out of the man, but Terebus kept information tight. He told Julian to drink a concoction he called “The Wisper,” as it was a way for Terebus to communicate with Julian. Julian told Terebus he would think on it and asked for two days of consideration. Terebus accepted and told Julian to leave the Wisper in the signpost near the old Erebus Block Emporium.

The man vanished into the forest, and Julian let his emotions flood. He collapsed at his table, trembling and losing his breath. He tried to speak with Classy telepathically, and she luckily responded and rushed over. He told her everything that had happened, and she expressed concern. She offered her protection and helped Julian calm down. In a split-second decision, Julian frantically asked David to meet up, saying he had important intel. David responded immediately and told him to come to Wakked Castle. Though expressing hesitance, Julian agreed and urged Classy to come with. He barely got the words out before she agreed, and the two went to Wakked Castle.

When they arrived, David asked Julian what he knew, and he revealed how Terebus had spoken to him moments ago. He apologized for being unable to capture him, expressing how anxious and stunned he was, but David didn’t seem to care. He listened to Julian and began to theorize how to help him and all of Drevhall. Together, the two devised a plan. David believed that Terebus wanted to occupy the forest Julian lived in due to its remoteness but ability to reach the Riverlands, so he figured getting Julian to join was his way of getting it. The two figured that if Julian did not drink the Wisper, but also did not put it back, he would be forced to return to Julian’s house. That was where Julian would spring a trap and capture Terebus. Julian was relieved that he had support and thanked David. David urged Julian to remain vigilant and be extremely careful. Julian and Classy headed back to Julian’s cabin and talked about how David’s attitude had changed. Julian had finally seen first hand just how caring David can be, not just to his people. He was quick to listen to Julian and helped ease his nerves, developing a plan to capture Terebus and keep Julian safe.

## Investigation and Julian’s Life at Risk

Later that day, FallenGuacamole asked to speak with Julian. He assumed it was to do with Erebus’ murder, so he cooperated. Fallen asked for Julian’s whereabouts on the day of Erebus' murder, and he told Fallen that he had been at his house gathering glowstone and enchanting a backup set of armor. He told Fallen that Classy, Mads, and the villagers whom he traded with could back up his story, and Fallen seemed convinced. He asked Julian if he’d like to be included in the investigation, and Julian agreed. Together with Thermo, the two went to a remote location so Julian could learn what they had found. He told Julian how Erebus was assassinated by two men. Erebus had been able to write a note before dying, detailing a green parrot and a shield with a white banner and red snout on it. Fallen told Julian that one of the culprits was obviously Void, as the Prince of Darkness had appeared at the auction with such a shield before Erebus had been murdered. Julian asked them where Erebus had been murdered and was led to his house, where Julian wordlessly explored. When he had searched everything, he told them that he had received a red handprint a few days ago, and he was looking to see if Erebus had. There was no such luck, however, but Fallen made note of it.

Julian began to make preparations the next day. He crafted his trap: a pitfall. He created a false floor out of moss, which he would cut away with his scythe to reveal a pit. He meticulously carved the walls to catch any water that was placed. The fall was not meant to kill Terebus, but to merely trap him. Julian made the stone walls unable to be climbed and made it so they would catch any water placed. Without water, Terebus could not swim up nor could he use a riptide trident. Julian was also prepared to close up the hole to prevent any teleportation or ender pearling. He also planned escape plans. He of course had his nether portal, which could lead him to Mads’ base, Copper Lake, or the Riverlands easily. He also created a second, hidden portal in case the first was trapped. He also had a pathway that would allow him to get to Mads’ base on foot as well as a lake that led away. He also had a bunker he had made before the sculk outbreak, which if he could get to, would allow him to be safe.

Finally, he had begun to grow a bit healthier mentally. For the past two years, he had been living his life for the dead, carrying the weight of the Nexus Tragedy. However, for the past few days, he had been living for himself. He still feared death, and the looming threat of its possibility was closer than ever, but having the support of friends comforted him.

## Lore Death

On January 27th, as night began to fall, David asked to meet at Julian’s house. It surprised Julian, but he accepted. He spoke to Classy telepathically, telling her that he was to speak with David and then head over to Copper Lake to take the Wisper back, the final step of his plan being to hold the drink out so Terebus would be willing to speak to him. David arrived and asked him if he had made the trap. Julian showed him the trap and explained the details. David showed some shock but mostly was enthusiastic about how Julian had made the trap. He called it the perfect trap. He then spoke to Julian about his concerns for the nomad, telling him that he wanted Julian to be careful. Julian told David of his escape routes, which helped to ease David’s worries. In Julian’s mind, the conversation that he was having gave him insight into who David truly was. Beneath the title of the High King, beneath the months of work and corruption from the crown, Julian saw a man who wanted to keep innocent people safe. David and he were alike, and it solidified in Julian’s mind that he would not follow NILF’s plans to murder David, but rather find a peaceful solution. David told Julian that he had a meeting to go to with Tilly, and Julian told him that he was off to Copper Lake to get the Wisper from Classy. David flew off and Julian began to Copper Lake. Right as he entered the forest to go to his portal, a green parrot flew down and delivered a message that turned Julian’s face as white as his mask: “You have been marked by The Hand. Your Lore Death is imminent.”

Julian froze for a moment, before quickly telling Classy telepathically that he had good news and grave news. He began to rush to his portal, but before he got to the clearing, he saw two armored men hiding in the trees. The two were invisible to conceal their identities but were completely geared. Julian took a brief moment to look around to try and find an escape plan, but he was within the woods with no way to ender pearl out. His only escape plan would be to run, but in that moment the assassins seized him. He tried to fight back and reach a clearing, but he couldn’t. After a minute of fighting, his fears began to be the only thing on his mind. He screamed out, “Classy! David! Anyone!” but no one could hear his call. Just as he had feared, he had died, and alongside him went the final known remnant of the Nexus Tragedy.

## Relationships

**Classy: Extremely Positive**

Classy is someone Julian respects. He was quick to join the Drevhall Science Division and donated some supplies to Classy in the early stages. The two have since grown extremely close, at least Julian believes so. The two share similar ideologies, and as such, the two have been open to one another. Julian broke down in front of Classy, sobbing and explaining his past and immense fear of dying for reasons that aren’t public. She comforted him, and as such Julian completely trusts her.

**Crystal: Positive**

Julian’s relationship with Crystal is odd. It has had its ups and downs, but Julian has come to respect Crystal. NILF has caused some strain on their friendship but has also weirdly brought them together. Julian views Crystal as an oddball, but he believes that they have a good head on their shoulders.

**DaviDustin: Neutral**

During his early times near the Riverlands, he was skeptical of the High King position and David as a person. From his actions at the first auction and what Turtle had told him, he was wary of David. But as time went on, his thoughts had been largely disproven, and he began to respect David. The few conversations they’ve had together have been relatively positive or insightful, and thus he has no real issue with the High King, even filling the man in on things that could affect the Riverlands. That was until David tried to push his authority onto the DSD and he and Julian had a moment together. Julian was frustrated, and through talk with both NILF and Classy, he saw David as a man who was too far gone. However, just as that moment had impacted Julian’s thoughts of David, so did David’s help with Julian’s final days. David seemed to express genuine concern for Julian, a nomad who had last spoken to him in a negative way. David supported Julian before he died, and this allowed Julian to see what he believed to be the true David: a man who just wanted to protect innocent lives, but was corrupted by his crown. Julian, before he was assassinated, wanted to help free David of his ailment and help him change for the better of himself and for the better of the Riverlands.

**Dub: Positive**

Dub was the first person Julian met in the Riverlands, and he has a high level of respect for her. He views her as a capable leader with all of the right traits necessary to lead a country. Her hospitality to him has resulted in a sense of trust, and Julian offers her and the rest of Uzacan any aid they may need.

**Fluffy: Positive**

While not as close with Fluffy as with Retro and Quinn, Julian respects Fluffy both as a ruler and a friend. He has found the two agreeing on multiple matters and has filled her in on events that she may have missed multiple times.

**Mads: Extremely Positive**

Mads is one of, if not the closest people in Julian’s life. Unlike most, he has been relatively open with Mads. He has talked about his past in confidence to her and assists her however she can. From his viewpoint, the feeling is mutual. She seems to trust him as much as he does for her and gives as much energy as she receives from him. The two, in his opinion, work well together and their personalities bounce off of one another well. As someone who seems to not make relationships well, he proudly calls Mads his best friend.

**Mason: Neutral-Positive**

Julian views Kitrov as a whole as a bit of an oddity in the Riverlands, and that is best represented through his relationship with Mason. He respects Mason’s desire to rebuild his nation after he had been killed to kickstart the Frostlands War, and he has had genuine conversations with Mason both about NILF and just general conversations. However, he views Mason as an oddball like his fellow Kitrovians, though he can’t truly say why. However, he does not dislike Mason or any of Kitrov.

**Monkey: Positive**

Monkey and Julian are an unlikely duo, as the two are pretty polarizing. However, Julian respects Monkey and tries his best to spend time with him whenever possible. He enjoys Monkey’s company and enjoys the antics that he gets into, but at the same time respects Monkey as a person.

**Quinn: Very Positive**

Quinn is someone Julian enjoys spending time with. He enjoys her hardworking yet relaxed personality, and he has offered her and the rest of Epheria his services in anything they need. He talks with her whenever he can and enjoys doing so.

**Retro: Extremely Positive**

Retro had entered the Riverlands at the same time as Julian, and the two have grown very close. Retro had purchased Julian a set of Protection IV books during the first auction, and this action showed Retro was someone he could trust. Julian refers to Retro as “his trash talking buddy,” as the two frequently talk about the events that occur around the countries and keep each other in the loop with most things. They share a sarcastic sense of humor, and Julian considers Retro a close friend.

**RotynMC: Negative**

Rot has proven to be a thorn to most people, including Julian. He has tried to get people to come to his church to be sacrificed and has threatened to kill Mads for being a wood elf. Julian has spoken to Rotyn and sees the man as deranged, blindly following the deity he worships. He was a part of the party that raided Rot’s church and has told Rot that he only lives because the Riverlands is willing to give him a final chance. He was also present for Rot’s death, where he was constantly expecting a trap to be sprung, but watched Rot be claimed by the Void.

**Thermo: Positive**

Julian finds Thermo to be a foil for himself. While he is scarred by his past and is more solemn with occasional comedic bursts, Thermo is an energetic man who can control himself when need be. He enjoys the antics Thermo occasionally gets into and finds his love of engineering to be interesting. He constantly comes to Laputria to hang out with Thermo and is willing to assist Thermo whenever he is asked to.

**Tilly: Neutral-Negative**

Julian has not conversed with Tilly much, but their few moments together have made him wary. Tilly seems to side with Turtle, someone Julian distrusts, and has a sense of chaotic humor that could be harmful if it spirals. NILF has caused Julian’s relationship with Tilly to fracture. He does not believe Tilly respects him and sees Tilly as arrogant and stubborn.

**Turtle: Negative**

At the beginning of his time in the Riverlands, Julian respected Turtle for his supposed sense of justice. However, he soon saw that justice as greed and a desire for chaos. He believes Turtle to be illogical and sporadic, acting based on boredom rather than logic. Even after Turtle’s lore death, Julian cannot accept Turtle’s actions, and he believes that even after the death Turtle has not changed.

**Void: Neutral-Positive**

Void is someone Julian has not socialized with much. He admires the strength of the prince and does not mind him too much. However, the lack of real conversation has caused Julian to value Void the least among the Epherians. However, he trusts Void enough and enjoys his company.