Zephyr

Zephyr (Sir Zephyr of the West Winds) was a male osprey who served as familiar and companion to Ariadne, a loner in the Domain. His story is ongoing alongside hers. Zephyr was created and RP'd by 4everhound.

## Personality

Zephyr is as steadfast and loyal as they come. He devotes himself entirely to his leader's cause, whatever it may be, and he will not rest until any and every task given to him has been completed. He is a studious and hardworking individual, and takes in his surroundings with rapt attentiveness in an effort to learn more about the world. Unfortunately he's somewhat rigid and lacking a sense of humor, and tends to take phrases and expressions quite literally. Even if corrected, he is liable to make a similar mistake in the future, especially if the one giving advice is someone he deems "beneath" him. A bird of honor, manners and etiquette, he holds himself and others to a high standard, and looks down on those who can't meet it. Being the personal advisor to royalty, Zephyr is as haughty as they come, and is not afraid to express such regardless of the consequences. He takes orders from one wolf and one wolf only, so unless they ask politely, anyone else will have to hope he is in a good enough mood to obey. Despite his aloofness, however, he is a faithful companion, and those who earn his loyalty will have earned a lifelong friend.

## Pre-Group History

Zephyr's upbringing was unremarkable, as far as an osprey's went. He hatched into an average-sized clutch, and his parents, while strict, were loving and supportive. It was only when he was finally old enough to strike out on his own that his life took a drastic turn.

The young osprey had been fishing at a lake when he came across a lone, dark wolf. Having little experience with them, Zephyr wasted no time flying down and striking up a conversation. The male, named Orestes, instantly won him over with his ideals and intellect, and the two became fast friends and travel companions. As they moved, Zephyr learned more details about Orestes' past, and it filled him with indignation on the wolf's behalf. He and his sister had effectively been forced into servitude for much of their lives by a nefarious seaside pack, and it was only recently that Orestes had been able to escape and search for help.

Moved by the male's loyalty to his sister and desire for justice, Zephyr pledged to assist him in any way he could. It seemed he didn't actually have to do much, for Orestes already had a plan in motion. As it turned out, he had been gathering other loners to his cause, and had been taking time off to iron out the details when he'd met Zephyr. Everyone was assembled, and all the osprey had to do was take a message to his sister, Ariadne. Truth be told, Zephyr didn't like the look of the rogue band Orestes had with him, but he didn't question his friend. He flew with haste, following the directions he'd been given to Beserion, and soon enough, he found the female in question.

Once that happened, everything else fell into place. The trap was sprung, and Orestes' group conquered Beserion with brutal swiftness. The traitors were dealt with, and the sibling pair instated themselves as the new royal family. Zephyr was proud to be part of the movement and serve justice to the wicked, though he did silently regret that so many lives had been lost. The period that followed was peaceful, though civil unrest brewed beneath the surface. Not everyone was happy with the new rule, after all. So when it came time for Ariadne to leave in search of the long lost prince, Matthias, Zephyr could only hope he was strong enough to protect and assist his king until the siblings reunited.

As time passed and Ariadne had yet to return, both Orestes and his avian advisor grew concerned. Zephyr was then ordered to brave the unknown and find her, and stay by her side until her mission was complete. Though he was reluctant to leave his king when things had yet to settle, Zephyr obeyed, taking to the skies once more in search of the missing princess.

## Trivia

* Mind your language around him.
* Fish is the quickest way to win him over.
* Will absolutely challenge you to a duel.
* He will be addressed as Sir Zephyr of the West Winds, or Sir Zephyr, and nothing less (if only he could get anyone to actually care).

## External Links

* Official Application Sheet
* 4everhound's deviantART Gallery