Leviatrus

## **Leviatrus DeepFrost**

*In the lowest reaches of DeepFrost Halls, the Merfolk Capital, Aesi of the Deepfolk and Glaciella of the Glacialfolk layed an egg that hatched into Leviatrus. Together with Pagonians and parents alike he will be guided towards a positive and meaningful life in Tecalgia.*

### **Beginning**

*As Leviatrus is a Merfolk, naturally he is born fully matured, able to talk, swim, walk, hunt and even hold a vast array of memories past through his long bloodline. His mother told him "Go forth my son, explore and make some of your own memories, there is only so much to see at home. Just be careful, life is not always safe." And so he would travel west towards the Pagonian cities of Tecalgia.*

#### **Exploration**

*Symfora held marvels of which he could not see in the water. Towering walls and corners, vast plains of grass and flowers and a castle in the middle that had doors and gates in seemingly odd places to a Merfolk. He met a creature there, the first Dryskin of his adventure. Its name was "droid" but from what Leviatrus could figure out, that was also his race. A peculiar being as himself also had no heartbeat, Leviatrus would of heared it if he had one. This Droid seemed to be some sort of builder or miner, yet not of its choice, actually nothing seemed of his choosing. What an odd fellow, but there were more to be met so Leviatrus headed north to the nearby suberbs of Laotso.*

*Entering Laotso the feeling of the town changed drastically, shedding the ambient protected feeling for more of a busy and surrounded feeling. Homes, Shops, other buildings of purpose Leviatrus couldn't fathom and just generally a lot of life, Laotso was an overwhelming town. He heared ripples in water, a familiar sound, Leviatris would have to investigate. There, sitting on the edge of a pond perch a beautiful maiden in royal attire attempting to fish for something, yet all she was catching was Leviatrus's eye. He approached, startling her for a moment as she had not seen this aquatic man before. "Hello m'lady" he finally finds the courage to say, "Hi, I'm Enlianis. Who might you be?" The two established their positions but Enli could tell quickly he was unfamiliar to life, she was bored of fishing anyway and in turn volunteered to show Leviatrus around.*

*They Explored the markets, the shops, the homes and his favorite, the rivers. Yet at the edge of town they found a towering building, crowned with glass windows gazing towards the clouds, and stars. an "Observitory" Enlianis called it. They went inside to find Enlianis's Grandmother, Grandma Atlas. "hello dears, have you come to visit?" The kind women directs the two of them to a lounge with couches and a fireplace. Enlianis settles right in, being at home in such a setting, Leviatrus not so much. He sees something only known of through past memory, something entirely foreign to his home, fire. This moving chaotic orange flame seemingly dancing within the confineds of the brick house it dwells. Yet a sensation Leviatrus had never felt creeped in when he apporached, warmth, drying his scales and crumpling his joints. Enlianis pulled him away, as if saving him from the mesmerising state he slipped into, "be careful with that, you'll burn yourself!" Leviatrus realized then there were dangers he had not been prepared for in this world, he would need to find a way to be.*

#### **Companionship**

*Enlianis and Leviatrus traded much knowledge back and forth, Enlianis learning of life below the water, and Leviatrus of that above it. They finally reached the conclusion that Enlianis would acompany Leviatrus on some of his adventures, acting as both a guide and a protector to that of the unknown and dangerous. Together they grew close, perhaps closer than either understood. They shared the feelings of heart and memory, shared stories of their ancestors and reveled in each others fasinating heritage.*

*On their return to Deepfrost Halls they stumbled across the Droid, he had a message for Enlianis, and in a moment his words were not his own, but of an old friend. "**Enli my old friend, I speak to you from the Evernew, the immortal plane of Ziatora. Enlianis, your life will change in the coming days, things may seem hopeless, they will be hard. But you will persevere, as you always have. Stay strong and stalwart behind that which you believe, and those you believe in. All will resolve, all will be clear**" Enlianis, dumbfounded at the revelation that her old friend Seven Still lived even when thought by Enlianis to be dead, or lost to another path; stand in both confusion and comfort at the news she couldnt yet interprut and the familiar voice of one she missed dearly. Leviatrus on the other hand was neither confused or concerned, but facinated at the ability to speak through the words of another, from another dimension no less. What a marvel of technology and creativety he thought. Truely this world had wonders worth exploring, and he would together with his most valued company, Enlianis.*

### **Father and Son**

*Apon his return home, Leviatrus ran into his father, Aesi. Aesi was not home when he was hatched so this was the first in person meeting between father and son. Aesi was both gladdened at the scent and size of his son but also concerned at the unfamiliar scent of another. His Father was not a trusting Deepfolk, as having lost many of his race to the dryskins. He pulled out his spear, ready to slaughter any who would threaten the new hope of his race, Leviatrus calmed his father down ensuring him there was no danger around and just the presense of a lady. Aesi's eyes glared into his sons, as if almost able to see Leviatrus "You have been conversing with the dryskins? Son do you know of their past, of OUR past?!". "Father they do indeed have an ugly past but these are not the dwarves of old, not even descendants, they are something else, something benevolent. I hope in time you would lessen your distaste of their past and get a feel for what's in front of you now, in the present"*

*Aesi's mood turns from hatred to surprise, seeing his son to be born a thinker, one of wisdom and not of tradition. Aesi could also feel something else, an aroma he radiated that was less noticable than himself. Surely no one else could sense this but Aesi is among the most sensitive and observant of the unseen in the whole of the continent. "My boy, walk with me" They take a stroll along the coastline, just below the waves. They enter the perimiter of Deepfrost Halls, the seaweed no longer growing and chunks of ice floating amidst the two of them. "look apon these walls my son, do you feel it?" Aesi asks, "Its cold, very cold" Leviatrus responds. "No m'boy, hath you lost your senses like your mother? Feel the tides, the current, what rests on its every bubble and stream?" Aesi bates an answer from him. "Ah that, Im unaware of its origin, like a second current, flowing where the other goes yet seperated, along for the ride." Leviatrus admits. "Magic my son, you feel it in the tides, just as I feel it pulsating from you". Leviatrus's shoulders prop up in excitement and surprise. "Magic? But none of my ancestors had this, how do I?". "It must be the lake, and that of your namesake. We called you Leviatrus after the guardian, as we rest so close to its dwelling, you're a resident of its abode. You must have a connection to him, to Leviathan."*

#### **Exploration again**

Together with his trusted friend Enlianis, the two of them traveled to other cities of Pagonia. Exploring the caverns below Symfora, walking the roadsides in the north and bringing him to cities that brought out the worst in Leviatrus's mood, Marrhold. As he approached the gates of Marrhold he gazed upon the colossal statue to the dwarven god Cheimon, the cursed griffen that supplied thousands of swords and axes to slaughter the Merfolk so long ago. Leviatrus was not glad to be reminded of his peoples past. Regardless of his mood, he pressed on in the hopes of finding new comfort in a town that so long ago died out, to reflect on the present instead of dwelling on the past. Enli noticed the ill mood and the two of them stopped in the gardens to chat and rest. Enli was filled in on the past deeds within these cavern walls, to much surprise to her that a new face would remember thousands of years before. Such is the Merfolk way however, to remember what has passed is to keep the traditions and pride alive within a scattered people.

Then after some rest Enli's father spotted the two of them and came to say hello, or at least how he does so. Her father Flux was about as happy to see the two of them as Aesi was to see a Dryskin, to which Flux was not happy at all. Though knowing that his daughters heart is hers to follow he simply glared at the two love birds, turned and left without saying a word. At least he didnt draw a blade as Aesi did, though amusingly the two fathers are very much alike. Afterwards they travelled west more, determined to explore all of the western land as they had for the eastern lands. Leviatrus wanted to try the subway line that Seven had built months ago but unfortunately Enlianis wasn't too familiar with the subway either and the two of them bumbled about for the better half of the day trying to get to the old Enturian capital of Marda.

They finally arrived in Letio, a small settlement outside of Marda and decided it was enough to walk the rest of the way. they chatted and smiled as they strode onwards in a trance of affection and curiosity. Leaping at the opportunity to explore new places, Enlianis excited to take on creatures in glorious battles that no doubt await upon the more uncharted paths. Together in harmony they knew this life was best shared, that the best of both of them would strengthen their exploits and compliment each others talents. In Marda they waled among the streets, bought snacks in the markets and ate them in the gardens, it was busier than usual, running into many unfamiliar faces, people like Ash, Kylie and Icy roaming the busy streets of Marda. Yet among the bustling city they found themselves alone together, locked in each others eyes. Leviatrus thought this a good time to bring up the hard hitting question

"My dear I have a gift for you"

"A gift?"

Leviatrus drops to one knee and draws a glowing green gemstone from his pocket, its shine illuminating the shade ofthe tree they perch under.

"Enlianis de Carroway, I find you to be an amazing person. The only way I could possibly imagine you to be better, would be to spend more time in my arms, perhaps forever, with the commitments you deserve."

"Leviatrus are you-"

"Enlianis de Carroway, the love of my life, the soul in my chest, **Would you marry me?**"

"Yes! Yes I want nothing more. I will gladly marry you my love" -Leviatrus and Enlianis getting engaged

Leviatrus would of respected the traditions of the Carroways and asked for permission from Enli's Father first but realized that he wasn't respecting his own culture of keeping relationships strictly between Merfolk subspecies. If this marriage was to be unorthodox by his own peoples standards then so too would it bypass the traditions of Enlianis's traditions. All that mattered to the couple was each other, the hearts and minds of each other, and together they were as one, in harmony, in love.