Sebastian Corgistone

## History

### Starting Out

Sebastian Corgistone was born to low English Nobility alongside a twin sister named Viola. Ever since the twins were young, the two of them had a strong desire to show that they could be useful. They truly lived off of the praise that they received whenever they caught the eye of a higher up. The two of them would stick close to their father, tagging along when he was sent on missions from the king. Early on, there were hopes that Sebastian would be able to earn his own place in the guards.

And so, the twins became something of a constant presence in the camp of the guards, constantly picking up odd jobs like leather working, mending shirts, or hauling weapons around. Sebastian even took over a few of the tours and drills, though he was undeniably awkward when he tried to speak to the public. He also spent a good amount of time trying to protect his sister, as there were people who liked to complain about the presence of a girl in a men's camp.

### Guard Career

It was in the twins' twelfth year that Sebastian finally got his chance to be a real guard. One of the higher ups was sick (or more likely still passed out at the pub), and they needed someone to step in so that the English Guards would not be mocked for being short on men. Of course Sebastian volunteered. After much pleading, and a promise not to cause any trouble, it was decided that Sebastian could at very least wear the tabard of a guard, even if he did not yet have the training of one. There was a small part of Sebastian that felt bad for the fact that his sister was being denied the same chance as him, but she reassured him that she would have more than enough to do on her own. While Sebastian started protecting the crown, his sister took over the tasks that he had once done, and discovered that she was actually much better at running the drills than he was.

#### Stepping In

Sebastian quickly became one of Englands most dependable, albeit sometimes annoying, guards. Whenever something needed doing, he was right there. He got along famously with most of the royalty, including the young princesses, who found him more amusing than any of his older comrades. However, even Sebastian had his off days.

One day, the young man woke with a horrific headache. And although he pleaded that he needed to serve his majesty, everyone told him he would be no use if he could hardly stay on his feet. And so, once again, the guards were in a bind. This time, it was Sebastian's sister who came to the rescue. Viola took Sebastian's uniform, belt, and sword, and appeared in the guards camp, claiming to be a miraculously healed Sebastian. Though some people had doubts, they were in far too much of a bind to ask many questions, and were willing to look the other way, at least for the day.

#### Romance and Rumors

What was meant to be a one time fix became a reoccurring scheme, and Sebastian found that he actually looked forwards to days when he could tell his sister that he was feeling less than his best, and she would step into his place. And he could not help but notice that she seemed to enjoy those days as well. Secretly, however, Sebastian had another reason for enjoying the days when he could let his sister take up his name. During the festival, Sebastian had become smitten with a young French handmaiden by the name of Annie DuChamp. Whilst in uniform, the two had to maintain a respectable distance, as they did not wish to be reprimanded by either court. Sebastian did not want to get a lecture on not paying attention to his duties, and Annie could not stand to be reminded again of how she was not acting in ways befitting of a young lady. When Sebastian was off duty, however, those pressures seemed to disappear. He was just a boy, and she was just a girl.

In secret, the two of them made a promise that they would be married. Though neither of them wanted to deal with the judgement of their courts. Annie was supposed to be looking for a husband that was rich and powerful, and Sebastian was neither of those things. Even if he did continue to rise in the ranks of the English guard unit, that would mean that he would hardly ever be with her. While he knew it was common for families, especially men, to be distant, he did not want that for his life. Annie assured Sebastian that her family had more than enough to provide for the two of them, and they hatched a plan to return to her homeland of Scotland, where she had relatives that would welcome them with open arms. The only loose end was figuring out a way to get there. If Sebastian's captain suspected that he was considering desertion, he would not only destroy his own reputation, but leave his sister stranded as well. However, his sister turned out to be far more of an asset than was first believed.

Sebastian's sister hatched a plan. She and Annie would tell everyone that it was the two of them who were going to Scotland. They were good enough friends for the rumor to be believable, and just mischievous enough to actually pull it off. Then, before the ship departed, the twins would trade places. Sebastian would put on one of Viola's dresses, while she would take his tabard, and hope that their ruse would work long enough for he and Annie to make it out.

Somehow, the twins managed to get away with their scheme, and Sebastian set sail with his fiancee. But, during the voyage, their ship hit a storm, and the two lovers were knocked into the waves. Miraculously, they managed to stay together, and were picked up by a fishing vessel. Despite the setbacks, they were able to make it to Scotland, where the two of them settled down in a cottage.

## Personality

Sebastian has always been an awkward fellow, though he has a heart of gold, and it is always clear that he means well. He is hard working, and cares deeply for those who have earned his trust and affection.

## Relationships

#### Viola Corgistone: Twin Sister

The twins have always been very close, willing to sacrifice anything for the other. The two of them have remained in contact with one another throughout the years that they have been apart, though they have tried to be keep up the ruse that it is Viola who moved to Scotland, and Sebastian who guards the king.

#### Annalise DuChamp: Wife

Sebastian and Annie met in Petit Lyon, and fell in love soon after. The two of them ran off to Scotland together, where they now live in a cottage with three cats.