Tyler Rufield

## Biography

Tyler is introduced when he almost attacks Maya after finding her near their location. Upon seeing her he immediately softens and begins to ask who she is. He introduces her to his brother Nate, and invited her to join their game of archery tag. He enjoys spending time with her and welcomes her back the following day. As time goes on he asks Nate to go somewhere so he can spend time with just Maya. This leads to the two of them talking before accidentally falling asleep on each other. Tyler returns with the others back to Anna's cottage. In an attempt to get rid of the guards, he sends a plume of fire towards the house, engulfing the structure in flames. This leads to him nearly being attacked by Anna. Maya asks him to stop the fire only for him to reveal that he cannot recall the flames. He becomes very protective over Maya, defending her from knights and monsters alike. When they are on Captain Charlie's ship, he tries to talk to her about how he feels only for her to run away before he can. Once they are at the ball at Maureen's castle him and Maya finally reveal their feelings for each other, with him brushing aside her engagement. Upon spotting her parents in the ballroom, Tyler uses his powers to create a diversion and escape with her. He visits Maya's room later that night and stays with her, both ready to pursue each other romantically.

### Early Life

Not much is known about Tyler's life. It is assumed that him and Nate have been going around destroying villages and trying to find powerful items. They briefly mention their reason for being in Thieves' forest is because they are in hiding after burning down a village.

## Appearance

Tyler is not that tall and is only around 5'5 however he is built muscularly. He has glittering dark beady eyes and a very stern almost malicious looking natural expression. Long greasy black hair is tied back from his face and tucked into his hood. Across his throat and one of his eyes is a long scar. Often parts of his clothes are charred or burned.

## Personality and Traits

Tyler is a very abrasive and impulsive person. While it could be described as "fiery passion" when he gets excitable he can get destructive. He uses his emotions more as opposed to Nate's logic. He is quick to anger and can get violent and physical very quickly. He makes quick judgements about things and people. Often he believes all problems can be solved using fire. Unlike Nate, he has no remorse for senseless killing, though he couldn't exactly be considered a serial killer. He is more likely than any of the others to kill instead of trying to find a solution. He is single-minded but a protective person and devoted partner. He cares deeply for Maya, and with her he shows the highest amount of compassion. He does everything he can to make her happy, and is driven to keeping her safe, When it comes to romance he was initially shy and unsure, one of the few times he showed doubt. Fear isn't in his vocabulary, and he'd rather die than let anyone know if he's afraid.

## Abilities and Other Skills

* **Fire Magic** - He has a set of skills being a fire mage. He can conjure fire of varying temperatures and amounts, and has some control over its shape. If the fire has left the confines of his palm, however, he cannot recall the flames.
* **Weapon combat** - He is shown to be very handy with both bows and blades and uses them in fights alongside his powers. In this regard he is weaker than Nate.
* **Hand to hand combat** - Having been wandering for a while, he has picked up regular combat skills too. In this regard he is stronger than Nate, though he lacks tactic.
* **Theft** - Being a rogue, he has the usual skills, which include theft.

## Relationships

### Nate Rufield (adoptive brother)

Though it is unknown how the two became adoptive brothers, they refer to each other as such. Tyler makes sure things are always exciting and moving. They have very different personalities, with Nate planning ahead and strategizing, while Tyler jumps right into action. This has gotten them into a few troublesome places that Nate had to get them out of. Yet still they travel together, hoping to find a new land full of adventure.

### Maya (wife)

Tyler first met Maya when she stumbled upon their base, he instantly was attracted to her. The more time they spent together the more attached he grew. He is fiercely protective of her and defends her at all turns not caring about the cost to others. He didn't care about about her engagement. In order to make sure Maya's fiance could never get to her, he proposed (having wanted to do so anyway). They two were married in Northton.

## Quotes

* "You got a good swing," - Tyler to Maya after she hit him
* "Please don't kill her," Tyler groaned, "we don't need that kind of liability right now. Why do you think we're hiding out in the woods?"
* "'Oh thank fucking god,' Tyler groaned, shaking out the pins and needles. 'Legs sweet legs.'"
* "Nina frowned. 'You think she wanted revenge? Maya didn't do anything.' 'No, but her crazy parents did,' Tyler hissed."
* "'Great can we go now?' Tyler begged. 'All this bright colors and sparkles is hurting my eyes.'"

## Gallery

Tyler Rufield - Quest for the Portal Stone MoodboardTyler Rufield (Quest for the Portal Stone) - Episode Appearance