Rio Voleri

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## Description

Rio is the Prince of Voleri. Voracious of appetite and kind to everyone, he brings sunlight to the lives of those around him. But, he is quite dense when it comes to matters of romance.

Book 1 of Rio's Consort Path was added on April 1, 2021. He was the third consort and prince to be added to the app. Book 2 of Rio's Consort Path was released on April 3rd, 2023/April 4th, 2023 (depending on the time zone).

## History

Unlike the princes of the other kingdoms, Rio was unable to use ancient magic and struggled with performing other types of magic. So, he put a lot of his effort into honing his swordsmanship skills. When MC's magic increased his magical power, he was able to use his ancient magic. However, he was unable to control it and it went out of control. Rio and MC were then separated and forbidden from interacting until they both learned to control their magic.

In Book 2 of Rio's Consort Route, Rio was promoted to S Rank by the Headmaster after he was able to use his ancient magic. At first, Rio had refused to be promoted to an S Rank. He told the Headmaster that he wanted to remain as a B Rank since he still had a lot to improve in terms of performing other types of magic. So, he wanted to continue taking B Rank classes. The Headmaster agreed to let him continue taking B Rank classes, however, he also had to take the required S Rank classes. So, Rio ended up becoming an S Rank in the end.

## Personality

Rio's personality is described as earnest and independent.

Optimistic and altruistic, Rio strives to keep his friends happy and safe. Being born and raised in the kingdom of Voleri, a land providing food to all the other kingdoms, his attempts to cheer others up often include something to eat.

His empathy allows him to see through white lies and acts of bravado and because of that - combined with a strong protective instinct - Rio puts himself into harms way to guard those dear to him.

Rio is well liked by others due to his cheerful demeanor and his honest innocence. Not being able to master ancient magic himself (Rio is the not an S rank like most of the princes, but a B rank instead), he honed his swordsmanship to be a protector.

Rio is a bit dense when it comes to matters of romance though.

## Perspectives & Epilogues

### Book 1

* Ch.3 - A Cause to Smile: Rio shows you his proudest achievement to cheer you up. What is it he wants to share?
* Ch.6 - Happy Moments: You're on a gourmet tour with Rio through town, and his time with you means so much to him.
* Ch.11 - A Future Together: When Rio finds you talking to Guy and Roy, what he feels is something entirely new.
* Ch.13 - Friends and Paramours: Rio's not entirely sure what being a paramour entails. All he knows is that he wants to be with you.
* Ch.16 - Better than Food: Rio worries when the headmaster leads you away. You occupy his every thought.
* Ch.19 - No Other: Rio's finally discovered why he's so determined to protect you. He wants to be your person.
* Ch.21 - Champion: There's no escaping the attacks Rio suffers during the test, but all he wants is to see you smile.
* Ch.23 - Funny Feelings: I won't give up my spot in her life for anything. Rio's yet-to-be identified feelings intensify.
* Ch.28 - Avoiding Hurt: He wants to be with you, but he can't. Being in a cell is getting Rio down.
* Magic Ending - A Thing Called Love: At last he understands what these feelings are, and now he's insatiable.
* Mischief Ending - Treasured Emotions: Alone together on a balcony, Rio expresses just how special you are to him.

### Book 2

* Ch.2 - Happy Together: Rio sends a letter to his father asking to study ancient magic, but in sharing news of his life, one name comes up over and over.
* Ch.5 - Gloomy Departure: After the party, Rio sees you to your chambers, but he's reluctant to leave you alone in an unfamiliar land.
* Ch.8 - Old Friend's Fears: Glyn talks to Rio after playing with the orphans. What are two old friends to talk about?
* Ch.11 - Awake at Night: Teto visits Rio when he awakens, and there Rio learns of what's happened since he lost consciousness.
* Ch.13 - As a Prince: Rio's desperate to discover what he can do for Voleri, and you're the only one who can support him through it.
* Ch.16 - Worth Defending: Pained by his own lack of power, Rio is lost. Even as you slumber by his side, the strain gets to be too much.
* Ch.19 - Growth: All Rio wants is to protect those he loves, and now it almost seems possible. Aidan has something to say to him about it.
* Magic Ending - Unstoppable: Rio's touch is gentle and yet his gaze is anything but. Lust threatens to consume him completely.
* Mischief Ending - Heights of Bliss: Rio holds you like you're a priceless treasure, his lips a searing brand against yours as you come together.

## Trivia

* Rio calls MC "Sunbeam" in his story events and Book 1 of his Consort Path.
* In Book 3 of the Princes' Path, Thoma reveals that Rio has top marks in fencing classes. Rio also sometimes acts as a professor for the fencing class.
* When he was younger, Rio brought a huge snake into orphanage and both he and Glyn got scolded for it. (Rio's Consort Route: Book 2 Chapter 7)
* Rio always carries a small orange stone (a traditional Volerian talisman) with him. The orange stone is connected on a hook and chain like a keychain. It was given to him by his father. (Rio's Consort Route: Book 2)
* Rio carries around a case containing a knife and fork with a flower motif. These were crafted by Malik. (Roy's Consort Route: Book 1)
* His indulgences are hamburgers and doughnuts.
* His favorite pastimes are eating and exercising.
* His favorite place is the Academy Garden.
* His favorite food is Eternal Doughnuts.
* His favorite item is his dagger.
* Secret 1: Rio sometimes buys souvenirs for Toa. (Rio: Book 1 Chapter 7)
* Secret 2: In Rio's kingdom of Voleri, they make cake when they want to praise people. (Rio: Book 1 Chapter 8 Premium Interlude)
* Secret 3: Rio first feels jealously toward Fenn. (Rio: Book 1 Mischief Ending)
* Secret 4: Rio's tableware is almost entirely Invidian made. (Roy: Book 1 Chapter 14)
* Secret 5: Rio isn't good at playing instruments. (Dia: Book 1 Chapter 14)
* Secret 6: Rio borrows magical tomes from Fenn sometimes. (Fenn: Book 2 Chapter 11)
* Secret 7: Rio helped an injured dog when he was younger. (Rio: Book 2 Chapter 15 Premium Interlude)
* Secret 8: Rio learned swordsmanship from Aidan. (Rio: Book 2 Chapter 6)