Mordithan

## Mordithan Blackwell

Mordithan Blackwell once served in the Lordaeron Military, but was slain during a bandit raid, to then be raised nearly an entire century later to serve the Scourge as a Champion.

In the Scourge, Mordithan would partake in many battles, slaying his former countrymen, until he, along with many others broke free from the Lich King's will. He would continue serving his Kingdom as he once did in life, but he would find that it's intentions were a bit too grim, and soon would leave his former home to serve the Argent Dawn.

He has been serving from Squad 6 ever since. Whilst facing Death a few more times...

## Biography

### Early Life

Born on a quiet, tucked-away farm near the border of Tirisfall and Western Plaguelands, Mordithan would have spent most of his childhood working on the farm alongside his younger brother, Jayson. Growing up, he couldn't help but admire the Soldiers that would pass from time to time, gazing at their shiny steel armor, and impressive blades.

After becoming tired of the thought that he could be a farmer for the rest of his life, he and his brother would try their hand at convincing their father, William, who was already a high ranking member, to let them join the Military.

Initially rejected, the boys wouldn't give up easy, they were very persistent in their pleads and complaints, until their father gave in, and due to his position, gave them an easy way in. Full of determination and confidence, they gave it their best to prove their father wrong, as all the rough work they had done, did give them some much needed physical endurance, but not the skill. They would initially struggle against the other more trained recruits, and whilst his brother was starting to lose confidence, Mordithan's grew only stronger and stronger, as defeating an opponent with great skill, meant that his was greater.

Mordithan's rise in skill was noted by his superiors, and his father especially. Whilst he had his eyes set on officially joining the Military, his brother was inspired follow in his steps, albeit at a slower phase, for he had met someone he would like to call more than a friend. When Mordithan finally joined the Military, he had been filled with pride, for despite the odds stacked against him, he succeeded. From there on, Mordithan would continue to prove his skills in combat, even coming as far as qualifying for promotion in becoming an Elite. His brother in the meanwhile, would have a much more comforting life, becoming married but still fighting alongside him.

Bandit Raid

Many years have passed since Mordithan had been promoted to an Elite, but it was one daring night where his skills would be put to the test. Staying watch on Guard duty with his brother, Mordithan would have spent the time looking into the night, knowing that at any time...any moment, something could happen. His brother wasn't too keen on doing the same, as he'd have gone to take a stroll down the road, leaving him behind.
In a moments notice, shouting was heard, as from all around him, Bandits, Thugs, Thieves jumped from the shadows, in a co-ordianted attack, to raid the settlement. Mordithan did all he could defending himself from the cowardly wretches, whilst clinging to the hope that he was buying time for his fellow soldiers, and more importantly, for his brother to return. Mordithan eventually began cutting them down, one by one, until there were none left...or so he thought, out of breath, and no more strength left in him, it was when he felt a sharp pain in his back...that everything went black.

### Death, Ressurection and Service in the Scourge

Found dead on the street from the brawl, Mordithan's service to the Kingdom wouldn't have been forgotten, as his Body would have been given the honor to rest in The Undercroft, alongside many other veterans, and skilled soldiers alike. Mordithan's life of commitment to combat would have left others questioning if he was truly deserving of the praise he had been given...But soon, they would find the toll that his commitment had...

Nearly an entire Century later Mordithan would be awoken to a strange feeling...He didn't feel pain...He could breathe again but didn't need to...He was denied his rest as he had no longer needed it...He would, with a few others, be raised amongst the first Scourge Champions. Powerful, Emotionless, Unquestionably Loyal Undead. From there Mordithan would serve the Scourge in many battles, killing countless innocents and soldiers alike...Indeed, somewhere in there, behind that terrifying gaze, a soul could be heard...Struggling in vain...Trying to stop...But the shackles that binded him to the will of the Lich King were strong...

The utter decimation of Andorhal, Caer Darrow, Brill, Corin's Crossing and even the Fall of the Capital...He would have been there...Watching...Obeying...But even then, hope wasn't lost, for the Lich King had grown weak, and his Will, weaker...Soon, Mordithan would, with many others who were forced to serve, break free from their shackles, and rebel against the Lich King.

### Freedom and eventual service to the Argent Dawn

Mordithan couldn't feel anything...No pain, no joy, no anger, Nothing. But regardless, he would continue serving his Kingdom, as he once did in life...And with his "Promotion", he had only become stronger.  The Forsaken would gladly offer him employment amongst their ranks, for they had made many enemies, and any help was valuable. But Mordithan would soon see their different views...Their different loyalties, their blind faith to the "Dark Lady", their willingness to do anything to achieve their goals...He wouldn't linger for long, because to him, She was no different than his Old Masters. Roaming his former homeland, he would be feared by many, living and undead alike. He had no ill intentions...but they didn't see it that way. It was a long time until Mordithan found a place where he thought he wouldn't be treated like a monster, where he could redeem himself, for he had come upon The Argent Dawn.

Mordithan served under Captain Emberstar and Captain Marwood before rising to the rank of Captain himself. He recovered a fallen Death Knight's runeblade at the 4th Battle of Light's Hope and is was later empowered by the spirit of Mordithan's father, William. Mordithan would find his lost brother, Jayson Blackwell at the Blackwell Estate where the spirit of his mother would also empower the Runeblade.

## Characteristics and Appearance

* Mordithan is easily noticable due to his towering stature, black armor and blue eye glow.
* Mordithan isn't a very sociable person, and prefers to get things done as fast as possible.
* Mordithan carries a Blue Runeblade.
* Mordithan has gained the ability to see Shades, Ghosts and Spirits.

## Notes

* Mordithan is the only character in Chronicles to have been ressurected three times.
* Mordithan, with the help of Dasmond was able to break free from the Scourge after falling during the fourth siege and being raised shortly after.

## Trivia

* Mordithan is partially inspired by The Mountain (Game of Thrones) and Michael Myers (Halloween).

## Gallery

Mordithan gains the ability to see Spirits & Shades