Eibon Lethain

## Duke Eibon Lethain

Duke of Catania and Patriarch of House Lethain

## History

Countless rumors and conjecture surround Eibon; his past and motivations remain a complete mystery.

What is known, however, is that Eibon arrived in Catania roughly a century ago, quickly becaming known in the city for his street performances and unnatural charm. This sudden burst of popularity eventually led Eibon to begin his political jockeying and various bids to achieve a noble title; and after roughly 20 years he earned the title of Baron. From there he spent the next 40 years honing his skills of negotiation and diplomacy; leveraging his naturally long life, he would seek out young heirs to the various noble houses and go out of his way to give them aid, knowledge, and advise in a bid to gain their favor. This strategy would prove successful as the once young nobles would grow to see Eibon as a loyal friend and advisor, granting him the trust and support of the various noble houses.

After finally becoming a Duke, he began pushing to build and develop an entertainment industry within the kingdom, leading to the creation of various taverns and clubs that now dot the city of Catania. This act would attract many to the grand city, including adventurers. With the advent of these new "heroes for hire" making their presence known, Eibon immediately saw the potential they possessed and maneuvered to lend them aid and acceptance. He now currently pushes for support and funding for both adventurers and the Adventurers Guild to aid in dealing with the Kingdoms woe's.

## Appearance

Eibon is a very tall, slender gentleman with a porcelain complexion, a set of large antlers, and short black hair with piercing yellow eyes. He is always seen in his signature, immaculate red suit and gold-tipped cane; occasionally wearing a short tophat aswell.

## Personality

Eibon’s personality can best be described as odd an eccentric; usually speaking in an archaic form of common and wearing pristine, flamboyant suits. He is renown as a more free-spirited and eternally joyous gentleman, always sporting a smile and exuding an aura of charm and charisma.

As for what he enjoys, he tends to only be interested in whatever can entertain him and pique his curiosity, With his absolute favorite form of entertainment being that of the musical arts; his favorite styles of music being either swing or jazz, depending on his mood. He’s also been known for his singing ability, being compared to that of practiced bards; this gave rise to his title of “The Singing Duke”.

His other love, if rumor holds true, is the acquisition of power and the art of deal-making. the rumors suggesting he’s shrewd and calculated in the act, being mostly unequaled in the field of negotiation.

## Friends & Foes

Due to spending a human lifetime in the courts of the kingdom, he has forged numerous alliances and friendships with the other nobility of the kingdom. Though any specifics beyond that are currently unknown.

## Aspirations

Now known as “The Singing Duke” for his love of song and dance, he works to improve and refine the artistry and culture of the kingdom for the better. Furthermore, he has recently begun pushing for the use and support of adventurers, leading to the duke himself joining along on quests from time to time. However, the motivations behind these actions currently remain unknown.