Master of Magic

Galdor Drengar is the father of Zion Drengar and the grandfather of Cara Drengar. He is the former king of the elf tribe which is one of the nine major races within the tower. He lead the last great war against the humans and climbers of the tower. While searching for a new home for his people after the great war he became the seventh seat of the Nine Circles of Hell. He is also training his granddaughter so that she will be able to become the most powerful reigning queen of elves.

## Appearance

Galdor is a tall, lean man with light skin and gray eyes. His hair is messy and light-blond (almost pale) and grey, with strands framing the sides of his face and hanging between his eyes, and he has chin stubble. He wears a dark green robe. Over this, he wears a flower haori, which sports pink cherry blossom petals. Glador carries a fan, which he occasionally uses to hide his face. He usually wears traditional Japanese wooden sandals and a striped dark green and white bucket hat (which usually shadows his eyes). The first time the Council (the Nine Circles of Hell) met Galdor, Hephestasus described him as an old man past his prime but with a gaze that could kill someone on contact.

During his earlier years as King of the Elves, he had a clean-shaved face and shorter hair and wore the standard king's cloth.

## Personality

Though usually a laid-back, optimistic, jovial, humble and eccentric man, **Galdor** shows a deceptively cunning and serious side when the situation warrants it. He commonly uses idle conversation and outward concern to distract his opponents. Despite his care-free attitude, he always speaks politely, but is sometimes sarcastic.

**Galdor** does not tolerate insubordination or betrayal and is quick to anger in the face of such. During combat his personality changes completely and he becomes quite violent and brutal during combat using any means necessary in a life-and-death battle to ensure victory and survival, and will often manipulate or trick people in doing what he wants them to. He has a habit of referring to those he faces in battle as "*youngster*", and he refers to a battle as a "*beating*" or "*punishment*". When in a state of peace, he carries himself with an air of frailty, to the point where he fell asleep on several occasions waiting for the members of the 9 Circles to arrive for a meeting. Due to years of experience, **Galdor** very rarely shows any sign of distress or surprise, usually responding by opening one or both of his eyes, which are partially closed slits for the majority of the time due to his curse.

**Bahamut Hatheotnes** notes he tends to go over the top with whatever he becomes passionate about and is quick to become obsessed. He is also described by **Hephestasus** as an old grouch who has distaste for unnecessary conflict, and only has love for his plants and tea. He has described himself as a "*mere honest, handsome, gardener.*"

Approximately 200 years ago, during the Great War, **Galdor** personality was slightly opposite of what it is in the present. During his earlier years as a King, he was viewed as a nervous, flustered, and quiet person. Somewhat unsure of himself, he lacked confidence in his ability to be a good leader. In addition, he was occasionally confused with how to deal with the many factions within the Elf Council. However, he eventually hardened his resolve after the elven kingdom was attacked and he had to uproot his people so that they would not be slaughtered or enslaved by the climbers.

## Abilities and Powers

**Master Strategist & Tactician**: With his centuries of experience as a teacher and warrior, along with being the current Head Council, Galdor is a very intelligent man. He can quickly adjust to new developments and make quick decisions accordingly. He has great tactical acumen, proven by his preparations against the humans in the Great War.

**Expert Swordsmanship** - Galdor was trained from a very young age to use a sword and still retains his expertise in swordsmanship after becoming an arch mage. However, for a long time, he could not properly execute his movements due to his weaker younger body compared to his previous life and the misalignment of his mental image of himself and his actual form. His combat abilities are later improved after his training with Kordri

### Wisdom of The Sage

The King's power was transferred to his blind right eye, reviving him and granting him access to the Tree of Life's various divine abilities.

* **Healing**: He can, to a certain extent, heal people using Wisdom of The Sage, as seen when he temporarily lightened Dan Ah-An's sickness. It's noted, however, that it wasn't possible for him to completely cure it, at least not without sacrificing himself at his power level.
* **Barrier Creation**: Galdor can create a barrier surrounding him which can nullify all dark or corrupt attacks and withstand most physical and magical attacks.
* **Nature Manipulation/Creation:** Galdor can create woods or revive them.

### Fundamental Force Manipulation

* **Gravity Manipulation**: The King's most iconic ability, manipulating gravity for various purposes. This is one of the most proficient abilities used by Glador during combat after exiting the **Library**. He used it against Zeus, Angels, and the morning crows when the elven forest was under attack by increasing the gravitational force around him by x100, forcing the surrounding gods and disciples onto their knees. He can currently apply up to x1000 gravitational force. He can also use gravitational force to bend space and direct an attack's effect to different location albeit damaging himself in the process, to dodge threats.

* **Inertia Manipulation**: Galdor can manipulate inertia, using it in combination with his physical abilities such as Dance of the Ivory Crane to expedite the power of his blade. He also can make an object's inertia lower, causing it to freeze mid-air. His skill with Inertia Manipulation 170 years later is so great he can stop attacks from the weaker gods of the Greek Pantheon.

### Magical powers

* **Quadra Elemental** - As a Quadra Elemental, Galdor can use all four elements, which include Water, Fire, Wind, and Earth.
* **Superior Elementalist** - After understanding the basics of the four elements, Galdor has transcended the manipulation of the four elements and can control or call upon the higher form of fire (electricity), ice (water), sound/ illusions (wind), plants (earth).
* **Mana Rotation** - The teachings of Sylvia allowed Arthur to be able to continuously absorb mana from the atmosphere while moving or in combat. This ability is one used by mana beasts and is learned by them at a very young age. Sylvia commented that the reason Arthur was able to learn was because of how young he was when he created his mana core.

### **Skills**

* **Static Void** - Arthur may use the aether around him to freeze time for everything by using the Acquire Phase of his dragon will; although, this does not include those who can use aether in the same way. However, because this form of aether usage is not suitable for Arthur, no matter how much he uses it or trains it, using Static Void will not be any easier than it was previously. He can't interact with frozen people or items, and the atomsphere's mana particles are also frozen.

* **Thunderclap Impulse** - This skill is a lightning affinity mana skill that runs currents through the nerves of its user. Arthur can quicken his reflexes several times over for a short time. Average humans have a reaction speed of about 0.3 seconds, and trained fighters can have it shortened to 0.2 or 0.15 seconds, but using this ability, Arthur can shorten this time to 0.05 seconds.

* **Blink** - Galdor is able to use blink, a high level magic where he can teleport to any space he can see.

* **Long range teleportation** - Galdor is one of the few beings in the tower who is able to teleport without using a magical portal.

* Elemental sword - Galdor is in possession of a blade which is made out of wood from the Tree of Life (World Tree). Because of the characteristics of the tree this sword cannot burn, break, age or rot under any condition. The tree can morph into three different weapons
	+ Staff - A massive warlock wand that is curved at the top
	+ Sword - A sword of wood that enables Galdor to either imbue elemental magic to deal additional damage
	+ Root Chainmail - When dormant the wood of the tree remains like veins under the skin of Galdor and look like roots, this makes his skin incredibly hard and creates an almost inpenetrable defence.

## History

Galdor grew up as the only heir to the throne of the Elven Kingdom and as such was put through hellish training where he learned to wield the sword and learn the White Crane sword style. Due to being the sole heir, he grew up alone and distant because of repeated occasions where others would use him in order to gain personal favour. At the age of 8 Galdor lost his parents due to the war with the climbers and humans.

During his reign as King, Galdor was considered one of the strongest Elves and had peaked his sword arts. While many women fawned over him, the only woman who ever stole his heart was his future wife Lania Darcassan. Sometime after their wedding, they had their son Alduin.

Galdor lead his people in the Seventh War against the Human Kingdom. During the conflict, Virion would encounter the king of beasts Bahamut, who he had fought against several times on the battlefield. Despite their differences the two became close friends during their moments of ceasefire. On one such occasion Galdor and Bahamut discussed their future plans once the war ends. Galdor speaks about retiring and going on a long journey to better understand the flora of the tower and suggested that Bahamut accompany him. Unfortunately Bahamut being the sole King of the beasts was unable to accept his offer.

After being kidnapped by the human slave traders, Tessia was rescued by Arthur deep within the Elshire Forest. Though it would take several days, Arthur decided to accompany Tessia back to her home. During this trip, Tessia grew very attached to Arthur and convinced him to stay after he became Virion's first disciple. Over the next three years, Tessia spent almost every day with Arthur. After awakening at the early age of nine, she began training her conjuring skills with a tutor and fighting skills with Virion. Though she was distraught when she learned of Arthur's departure date, Arthur reassured her that they would see each other again. With tears welling up in her eyes, Tessia embraced Arthur with a hug and bid him goodbye as Arthur left to return to his family.