Wakil Ashraf (U-15)

Wakil Ashraf, una figura prominente en la ciudad de Madan Alyaqa, se desempeñó como uno de los Siete Príncipes Mercaderes, un influyente grupo de oligarcas que gobernaban la ciudad. Reconocido por su aguda perspicacia empresarial y su conocimiento especializado en el lucrativo comercio loriano, Wakil emergió como uno de los gobernantes más poderosos de la región. Dentro de Madan Alyaqa, las responsabilidades de Wakil giraban en torno a supervisar la extracción y el comercio de materias primas preciosas, especialmente oro y joyas. Su profundo entendimiento de la industria comercial, combinado con su agudo ingenio empresarial, lo catapultó a la prominencia y consolidó su posición como un jugador clave en el comercio del reino.

Más allá de sus empeños comerciales, Wakil Ashraf fue ampliamente reconocido por su estrecha amistad con la audaz y aventurera Selene Silverwood. Aunque los orígenes precisos de su relación permanecen envueltos en misterio, su vínculo se caracterizó por una confianza inquebrantable y un respeto mutuo.

A pesar de su destacado estatus como príncipe Alyaqi, la familia inmediata de Wakil era relativamente pequeña. Tenía una única hija llamada Zaphyra, cuyo matrimonio con el príncipe Ubadah Ahmad fue motivo de controversia. Contra su voluntad, Zaphyra fue casada con el príncipe Ubadah, lo que generó tensiones en la comunidad noble.

Wakil desempeñó un papel fundamental en la contratación de Amenaza Chiquita, un renombrado grupo de héroes enlistado para combatir los nefastos ataques orquestados por Numnus y su culto en Küstehauf. Inicialmente, su relación con el grupo permaneció cordial, unidos por un objetivo común. Sin embargo, surgieron complicaciones cuando Wakil se vio involucrado con los colonos stellungos, lo que llevó a tensiones con el grupo de héroes y finalmente a la detención de Ivar Toogen, uno de sus miembros.

La vida de Wakil fue abruptamente interrumpida cuando se convirtió en víctima de un asesinato a manos de Ivar Toogen. El incidente ocurrió a fines del año 363 4E en el Palacio Ashraf, después de su decisión de encarcelar a Ivar por actos de traición. Su muerte prematura brindó la oportunidad al Príncipe Ubadah Ahmad de tomar el control de la ciudad, lo que resultó en una breve transformación en una monarquía que terminaría poco después cuando también cayó en manos de Ivar.

## Apariencia y Personalidad

Wakil irradia una presencia imponente con su cuerpo alto y ancho, tez oscura y cabello que comienza a grisear. Aunque suele vestir con atuendos refinados en ocasiones formales, su preferencia tiende hacia un estilo más relajado y casual en su vida cotidiana.

Bajo su exterior formidable, Wakil alberga una naturaleza amigable y accesible, demostrando empatía y comprensión genuina hacia los demás. Es conocido por sus actos de generosidad hacia aquellos a quienes considera verdaderos amigos. Sin embargo, aquellos que traicionan su confianza se enfrentan a un lado completamente diferente de él: implacable, inflexible y emocionalmente distante. No duda en administrar justicia de manera rápida, ya sea a través de arrestos o incluso ejecuciones, si las circunstancias lo requieren.

## Historia

### Trasfondo

Wakil Ashraf nació en la prestigiosa ciudad de Madan Alyaqa, famosa por su rica historia y cultura. A medida que alcanzaba la adultez, las excepcionales habilidades de Wakil y su agudo ojo para la artesanía lo llevaron a ser elegido por los nobles para suceder a su padre en la prestigiosa asamblea de los Siete Príncipes Mercaderes. En esta destacada posición, la experiencia de Wakil como joyero le permitió acumular una gran fortuna, lo que le permitió embarcarse en extensos viajes por todo el mundo, ansioso por explorar nuevas tierras y expandir sus horizontes.

Durante una de sus cautivadoras expediciones, Wakil conoció a Selene Silverwood, una persona notable cuya inteligencia y encanto lo cautivaron. El encuentro desencadenó una profunda amistad que daría forma al curso de los futuros esfuerzos de Wakil. Pequeño sabía él que Selene desempeñaría un papel crucial en los eventos que se desarrollarían en Küstehauf, cuando enviaría a Kayl Esholl y Musca para lidiar con Numnus y, sin saberlo, fundaría Amenaza Chiquita.

Antes del fatídico ataque a Küstehauf, Wakil, reconociendo los posibles beneficios de forjar alianzas poderosas, propuso un compromiso trascendental. Ofreció la mano de su amada hija, Zaphyra Ashraf, en matrimonio a Ubadah Ahmad, el heredero de una prestigiosa casa noble. Esta unión no solo consolidó el vínculo entre sus familias, sino que también fortaleció su influencia política y consolidó su poder.

### Arcarea: La Leyenda de los Segadores

#### Primer Arco: El Canto de las Campanas

##### **Unlikely Heroes (1x01)**

In the anticipation of the arrival of two heroes dispatched by Selene to address the brewing crisis in Küstehauf, Wakil found himself engaged in discussions with the ingenious engineer Kross. The purpose of their meeting was to explore potential investments in the groundbreaking inventions of the drallin inventor. Kross, eager to impress, unveiled a wooden armed carriage, a creation that evoked a lackluster reaction from the discerning Wakil. While Kross attempted to justify the merits of his invention, the long-awaited heroes, Kayl and Musca, suddenly appeared on the scene. Wakil, cognizant of the gravity of the situation unfolding in Küstehauf, elucidated the urgency in resolving the imminent threat. Overhearing their conversation, Kross expressed a fervent desire to join forces with the heroes, vowing to enhance his invention and present a creation worthy of investment upon their triumphant return. Recognizing Kross' determination and potential, Wakil extended his support, promising each member of the group a generous reward of two thousand gold coins.

###### **A Distant Hope (1x07)**

Following a much-needed respite in the harbor, the group decided to settle their debts with Wakil and Ubadah Ahmad. They ventured to Wakil's opulent palace, determined to apprise him of the unspeakable horrors that had befallen Küstehauf and the atrocities committed by the sinister Numnus. The weight of the revelations visibly disturbed Wakil, yet he bravely accepted the grim reality and extended his gratitude to the group for their valiant efforts. Wakil also mentioned the pressing need to dispatch a representative to Vergeltung to convey the dire situation, though he refrained from divulging further details.

#### Second Arc: High in the Clouds

##### **Scales** **(1x10)**

In the period preceding this episode, Wakil entrusted Kress with a crucial mission. He dispatched him with a carefully composed letter addressed to the esteemed General Lotharwulf Greenblood. The missive provided a detailed account of the calamity that had befallen Küstehauf, stressing the urgency of restoring vital trade routes to avert a recurrence of the devastating events that transpired in Walstung. Wakil also shared intelligence indicating that the notorious pirate John Arthur Evans had been sighted operating along the southern coast of Ghaba. Unexpectedly, Ivar cunningly intercepted the letter intended for General Greenblood, withholding its contents and ultimately revealing it to his comrades in Kirdege. Unbeknownst to Wakil, this stolen correspondence would set the stage for the group's subsequent journey to Dragon's Harbor and their eventual encounter with Alastair Redsea.

##### **The Drowned Man** **(1x13)**

Having narrowly escaped the clutches of Alastair, enduring the perils of being stranded on an island, and ultimately finding salvation through the enigmatic Gruld Greensails, the group sought an audience with Wakil once more. Their purpose was to present a compelling investment opportunity in Kross' improved combat carriage. As they awaited the prince's arrival, Tura stumbled upon a letter from Vergeltung, a missive that carried grave accusations against their group, squarely blaming them for the catastrophic events that unfolded in Walstung. The letter, penned by an unfamiliar name, Dietrich Ahler, ignited Tura's curiosity and compelled him to share the revelation with the rest of the group. Determined to take matters into their own hands, they resolved to forge a response to Dietrich while navigating the labyrinthine alleys of the city's bustling black market.

Meanwhile, Wakil, recognizing Kross' potential and impressed by his proposition, extended his support to the brilliant inventor. He allocated substantial funds to facilitate the assembly of a significant number of combat carriages, eagerly anticipating the fruition of Kross' ingenuity. Additionally, Wakil, driven by a surge of ambition and self-interest, initiated a clandestine plot in collaboration with Ubadah Ahmad. Their aim was to embezzle a substantial portion of the profits generated by the Drallin Armories, ensuring that only a fraction of the rightful benefits would reach the Drallin brothers. Wakil also began selling part of his combat carriages and diverse weaponry to the Stellungians, helping them re-arm.

##### **Betrayal (1x17)**

News of Wakil's treachery and his imprisonment of Kress reached Kross' ears, prompting him to spring into action. Fueled by a mixture of determination and loyalty, the group, accompanied by Ubadah Ahmad, converged upon Wakil's magnificent palace, determined to unravel the truth and clear their names. Ivar, displaying his characteristic lack of cooperation, aggravated the already tense situation, compelling Wakil to summon his personal guard and brandish his weapons in a show of force. Despite the imminent threat, the group remained composed and resolute, choosing not to retaliate with violence. In a selfless act, Kross offered himself up for arrest in exchange for his brother's freedom, but Ubadah, recognizing the gravity of the situation, convinced him to relinquish Ivar, who bore a greater share of the blame. Thus, Ivar's arrest was ordered, and the group, along with Kress, was forcibly expelled from Wakil's opulent palace.

Unfortunately for Kross, the Drallin Armories found themselves entangled in a precarious position, compelled to maintain their contract with the now irate Wakil. Recognizing the urgent need to mend the frayed relationship, Kriss stepped forward, offering her mediation skills to ease tensions and restore harmony between Kross and the prince. Meanwhile, Wakil, driven by a belief that the stellungian shipments would exacerbate existing friction and instability, took the drastic step of severing ties with them.

##### **Blood in the Harbor (E1x05)**

In the wake of the tumultuous events involving Kross and Kress, Wakil's wrath and embezzlement schemes escalated exponentially. The audacious irregularities plaguing the profit reports sparked Kriss' suspicion, prompting her to diligently gather evidence pertaining to the company's accounting practices. Sensing that his fraudulent activities were nearing exposure, Wakil, wary of antagonizing the influential Kross, initiated contact with Nicholas Trench, a renowned detective from Geldland. In a calculated move to secure his own safety, Wakil struck a deal with Trench, offering valuable information regarding the illicit slave trade in exchange for protection. Eagerly awaiting the arrival of the detective, who promised to facilitate his journey to the Ada Empire, where Wakil intended to start afresh, the nobleman found himself on the precipice of a new chapter in his tumultuous life.

Merely a day before his scheduled meeting with Nicholas, Wakil's palace became a revolving door of unexpected visitors. First in line were Kriss and Kruss, who sought to interrogate Wakil, hoping to extract information and exploit his embezzlement for their own gain. However, their efforts proved futile. Shortly thereafter, Ubadah Ahmad entered the premises, presenting an enticing proposition aimed at seizing control of the Drallin Armories' production. Seeking to evade further complications, Wakil promptly declined the offer. Following this encounter, he found himself face to face with Uhmad, the esteemed chief engineer of the Drallin Armories. Wakil enticed Uhmad with an enticing job opportunity in the Ada Empire, cunningly stealing Kross' designs in the process. However, Uhmad remained unconvinced, deeming the monetary offer insufficient. As dusk settled, Harmand Forst, a notable figure involved in arms shipments, graced Wakil with his presence. Harmand expressed the growing impatience of Dietrich Ahler and revealed the tenuous nature of their dealings. Despite the mounting pressure, Wakil's unwavering confidence stemmed from his impending departure from the island.

Little did Wakil suspect that his seemingly eventful day would take a tragic turn. Meeting with Yardan, his trusted captain of the guard, Wakil unknowingly faced his demise. In an unexpected twist, Yardan revealed himself to be Ivar Toogen in disguise, exacting revenge on the man who had imprisoned him. In a swift, calculated move, Ivar assassinated Wakil, leaving his lifeless body sprawled across the palace's common room, forever altering the course of the grand narrative.

After the lifeless body of Wakil was discovered by Nicholas Trench, and the diligent members of Mohammed's Militant Watch squad, chaos ensued. Recognizing the gravity of the situation, the team swiftly launched an investigation, beginning with the interrogation of Yardan, the captain of the guard who was, unbeknownst to them, Ivar Toogen in disguise. Yardan's deceptive responses, cunningly calculated to mislead the investigators, led them on a wild goose chase.

Returning empty-handed from their fruitless pursuit, Trench and the squad were confronted with a grisly scene. The lifeless bodies of most of Wakil's guards lay strewn across the palace grounds, a haunting testament to the violence that had unfolded. A trail of blood, serving as a macabre breadcrumb trail, ominously led them towards the depths of the prison. Meanwhile, Mohammed and his vigilant squad, driven by their unwavering determination, ventured into the bowels of the palace. It was within the depths of the prison that Mohammed and his squad stumbled upon a ghastly sight. They discovered the mummified remains of the real Yardan, a horrifying revelation that shattered their preconceived notions and added an even greater layer of complexity to the unfolding mystery.

Simultaneously, in the grand hall, Trench found himself embroiled in a violent confrontation with Ivar, who had shed his disguise. In the desperate struggle that ensued, Trench bore the brunt of Ivar's aggression, losing an eye in the process. The partially blinded detective fought valiantly, unwilling to succumb to his injuries, and managed to make Ivar flee the scene.

### Legacy

The untimely demise of Wakil had far-reaching and devastating consequences for the city he ruled over. With his absence, a power vacuum was created, one that Ubadah Ahmad, seizing the opportunity, eagerly sought to fill. Asserting control over the crucial harbor, Ubadah swiftly implemented a forceful quarantine that encompassed the opulent population, effectively isolating them within the confines of Wakil's Palace.

Within the palace walls, a sinister plan began to take shape. Ubadah, driven by fear and paranoia, orchestrated the Black Venue, a nefarious act in which his soldiers attacked the guests at the palace. During this shocking betrayal, Kriss and Jonathan Hogan, who had found themselves in the midst of battle, fell victim to Ubadah's treachery, losing their lives at the hands of their supposed ally alonside many others. However, Ubadah's reign of terror would be short-lived. Ivar, fueled by his own self-interested motives, would swiftly behead Ubadah after the massacre was finished.

The tragic events that unfolded following Wakil's death sent shockwaves throughout the population, and the city mourned the loss of their capable and respected prince. His passing and the subsequent collapse of the city, marred by betrayal and violence, would be forever etched in the annals of history as a profound tragedy, leaving a lasting impact on the hearts and minds of the people who once thrived under Wakil's leadership.

## Appearances

### Arcarea: The Legend of The Stormreavers

* Unlikely Heroes (1x01)
* A Distant Hope (1x07)
* The Drowned Man (1x13)
* Betrayal (1x17)
* Blood in the Harbor (E1x05) (Death)

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