Roman Eren

> **“Roman was not given the gift of prophecy, but he knew the power he would wield someday well enough. He has always known this ever since the day he was born. It’s not as though his dad had given him much choice as a kid. But, as he climbed those stairs, he could see his glory. He could taste it. For this day only, Roman could claim success as his own.”** *- Roman Eren, The Voice of Nobility, Chapter 1*
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Roman Eren is one of the main protagonists in the Atarah's Crown series. He is a Datum (Vitum) and the son of Soren Eren, twin brother of Nicholas Eren, and the Crowned Prince of Umbra Terra.

Roman was often portrayed as stubborn, cold, and as an over-thinker. He speaks formally unless he is only around close friends, where he often uses slang and conjunctions (the later being a habit is father is seen to disapprove of). At times, Roman can be laid-back, humorous, and caring, but this is once again only seen when he is only around friends he trusts.

Roman often puts the needs of his people before himself, and has gone against his own intuition under assumption that he was doing so. He is a lively supporter of equality amongst the *potestates.* Though, Roman will keep most other personal beliefs and views to himself unless he is discussing topics that he dislikes.

Though out the story, it is apparent that Roman chooses to not jump into a fight, and instead calm a situation, especially if he does not have the control. This is most seen when Roman argues with Enayat Asen. In those arguments, Roman will attempt to calm Enayat down until he can verbally attack Enayat.

## Biography

### Early Life

Not much is known of Roman's early life. Roman was born in Ventwy, Umbra Terra to his father Soren Eren and an unnamed mother. Roman has a twin brother named Nicholas Eren, but it seems as though the two did not grow up with one another.

Roman states that Soren raised him to be ruthless. Soren states that he raised Roman to be power-hungry and a soldier. We also know Soren never praised his son except for when Roman made his first kill. Lastly, we know that there was a time where Roman was made to stand outside for a day and a night in the harsh climate of Ventwy, Umbra Terra.

### Schooling

Prior to his schooling at Civilis Academy, it is assumed Roman had private tutors or attended a different school. Roman attended Civilis Academy where he befriended Iris Dunn and Matthew Kalta. Not much is known about his time at Civilis, other than the friends he made.

After graduating from Civilis Academy, Roman was invited to Fortis Academy at age fourteen. There, Roman trained to become a better warrior and led a team of four students. It is alluded to that Roman witness deaths of his classmates and/or heard of such deaths. Roman also received special treatment from the school's headmaster, Sage Kalta, who attempted to build a relationship with him. Ultimately, Roman believed the special treatment he reserved was due to his status as a prince. Roman graduated vadictorian

### Service

After graduating from Fortis Academy, Roman went home to Ventwy, Umbra Terra to begin his duties at Crown Prince. Quickly, Roman was pulled away and was appointed as the personal guard of Elaina Asen. In doing so, Soren began using Roman as a spy to fall the Atarah Family.

## Mental Characteristics

### **Gender and Sexuality**

Roman was assigned male at birth and continues to identify as a man, using he/him pronouns.

Roman is homosexual and sleeps with many different men, including Matthew Kalta, though it is never mentioned wether or not he has had a serious relationship with anyone.

### **Trauma**

* Domestic Abuse
* Death of Friends
* War

### **Religion**

Roman actively practices Aocant. He is not open about his religion, but he is often noted as taking part in daily religious rituals.

## Relationships

Roman only has a few close friends. He is very closed off, and most of the people close to him have been in his life for a long time. In these friendships, Roman teases his friends often, but goes out of his way to make them proud. In conversations with other people, Roman enjoys bringing up his close friends as well. With those he is not close to, he hardly opens up to them, and can be perceived as rude.

### Iris Dunn

Roman's friendship with Iris Dunn has seen the test of time. Iris is two years older than Roman and they met when they were much younger, as children studying at Civilis Academy where they were extremely close. They were in a friend group with Cilo Kalta and Matthew Kalta, and, every now and then, Enayat Asen. As they got older, Roman and Iris saw each other less and less, but stayed in contact often, sometimes exchanging letter with one another. When Roman moved to Arcé, he was ecstatic to have the ability to see Iris every day, then allowed her to decorate his room.

### Piper Carrol

Roman's friendship with Piper Carrol is not deep. He often views her as a child, and at times grows annoyed with her. Other times, Roman supports her when she is having a rough day.

### Matthew Kalta

When it comes to Matthew Kalta, there is only a little bit known of their friendship. What is known is that Matthew and Roman went to school at Civilis Academy with eachother, Cilo Kalta, Iris Dunn, and Enayat Asen. It is unknown wether or not they stayed in touch, or if Matthew went to Fortis Academy with Roman. When Matthew and Roman are seen together, they are often teasing one another or flirting.

### Aya Huang

Roman has often deigned Aya Huang as one of his best friends. Aya and Roman met at Fortis Academy where she was his Beta, or second-in-command...