Mael Varon

## Maze (maze7.23)

### Special Markings

Dark blue skin, nearly black from fingers to shoulders and neck. Freckles look like stars, ancient rune tattoos from blood red to gold.

## Relations

### Parents

Mother - Avalie VaronFather - Zephyr Varon

## Personality

Mael loves to be playful, to bring the people around him to laughter- even at his own expense. If that doesn't work, though,  he knows how to make a meaningful connection. He's wise, protective, and brave. He has a penchant for mischief with those he loves and is selfless- prepared to give his life for those around him. The tender side of him is protected by his quick wit, humor, and carefully charted avoidance. If he can dance around a question that might reveal too much about him, he will.

## Background

> *"In the distant, distant past… well? Were you expecting my whole story? We don't have time for all of that, so I'll fill in some blanks. The rest though? Maybe buy me dinner first, darling."*
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Mael's childhood is something he remembers very little of, whether that is from him being feeble or the constant heartache the world at the time brought, is unclear. What is known, is from an early age the Moon Elf was enthralled with magic, his studies of arcane knowledge, tucked as far from danger as he could became his solace. Amidst the chaos of the realm, Mael eventually decided studying a magic he might never use wasn't enough. If he wanted it, then the resistance was his ticket. He would learn to fight, to defend his siblings in arms, and then… well. War will take one's peace of mind, giving very little in return.

> *"That would be too easy, wouldn't it?"*
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The champion trained, choosing his weapons and armor carefully. He learned to harness his mana, despite the uncertainty of it, and slowly, the resistance started gaining ground. Lives were saved, slowly- some were lost. No mission was more world changing for Mael than that of rescuing a Kitsune from a deranged 'scientist.' A mission that on paper was a success- but for Mael would forever be a failure. The gruesome facts of that case were difficult to stomach- and getting Aoi to let the walls down and learn docility… was hard. Nevertheless, Mael continued his trek within the resistance, making friends of Shiro and Aoi alike- gaining more and more skill with his magic as he pledged himself to Fenrir.

> *"Oh a treat, here I thought that would be a secret. "*
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Mael formed a strong bond with the God, dedicating years upon years of study and community with Fenrir, and eventually,  after a few hundred years of being a devotee, Mael was named Fenrir's Avatar and took on his mark. When the end of the Mindflayers came, Mael decided that part of his life could become… lost to the history. While other Avatars took on kingdom's, bore crowns to lead the new world, Mael chased a normal life. A life where he could choose whatever he wanted- where he didn't have everyone looking to him for answers. Where if he couldn't handle his mind playing tricks he didn't have to save face.

> *"As normal as one gets housing the Dread Wolf. "*
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Out of boredom, a few dozen decades of peace later, Mael enrolled at the Academy in Styx, honing his abilities, and driving his oldest friend crazy. But there was a very important reason for him becoming a Hunter not only in name- but in tested skill and knowledge- this would pave the path for him to push the limits of his mana and magic. After graduation, he dedicated fifty years working for Shiro to repay her for the extra work he caused. This is when his flesh started betraying to overexertion of mana the Elf was putting himself through. During this time, he was also in a situationship with Aoi, sharing one another's bed to keep loneliness at bay. Mael had no idea Aoi was falling for him- nor that he cared deeply for Aoi. He was clueless to the affections they shared for one another… and for hundreds of years, their bond was shaped and shared. Mael also developed a nasty habit of unnecessary risks, diving into portals without telling anyone, going missing for weeks on end. Chasing freedom and control, chomping at the bit at destruction and thrill. Anything to keep the nightmares away. Anything to soothe his mind from the atrocities he had to commit to survive.

> *"Ah yes- air my laundry. I'm aware I was an idiot for not realizing. Can we move past this part?"*
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Mael did eventually fall in love, a human woman who he knew he had no business getting attached to. He spent six weeks talking himself out of talking to her. Instead, he simply watched her. He learned her favorite flower and color, swearing to himself he'd never talk to her. That he would just content himself with knowing.
Until one day, he was wearing a shirt of her favorite color, carrying a bouquet of her favorite flowers, and asked her out. Their relationship for all the world looked like a whirlwind, and Mael released himself from Aoi's company only eight weeks later, and Mael found himself engaged to Exie. Then, Hunter was born. The only people unaware that he isn't Mael's biological son is Exie, Mael, and the doctors. There was never any question if Hunter could be Mael's- he'd known of his infertility since he had become an Avatar. The price he paid for such power and luxury as knowledge.

> *"Let's save some of this for those daring to ask questions…"*
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Mael, when Hunter was four years old, met with an oracle and made a few too-quick decisions. To all the world, it looked like Mael finally just… went off the deep end. He'd finally not made it out of a portal, or a monster finally took his shield out. He'd overused magic and gone mad. There was no trace of Mael anywhere, not even his wife and son knew where he was.

Or- at least- not that they could ***say.***

## Mark/Powers/Abilities/Class

### A little bit of Me -

Mael, with many years of practice and study, has grown his mana supply so that those who choose him as a patron can be gifted with his mana and blessings of power. If he is not careful, Mael can leave himself and his ward’s without power if he gives or takes too much, this can leave him exhausted and has left damage to his flesh and psyche. This lasts so long as he is someone's patron, though he may take away or give blessings at any time based on his mana supply.

### Fenrir’s Rage -

Mael is able to summon the power of Fenrir for short bursts of time, where a large celestial wolf will assist him in battle. If he is not clear and focused, the wolf may lose track of it’s target, or turn on Mael himself. This only lasts about fifteen minutes, or nine turns.

### Rune Manipulation -

Mael is able to cast runes, amplifying his spell work, and establishing protective workings for those around him. If his rune work is not accurate or completed, the spell used or amplified will not work. If his concentration is broken during the drawing, there is potential for kickback that will block his mana access for 3 minutes or 1 turn. So long as the rune is in tact, the benefits will work. However if the seal is broken- or if he casts a rune in the air with fire, it will only last as long as it's held in physical form. These runes will not be powered should he die.

## Trivia

* Mael has many regrets, many regrets, but he can't bring himself to regret protecting his family the only way he knew how.
* While he is encased in the ring, he often has to force himself to stay put while his son is being bullied. He wants to help, but he knows there will be a time he has to save his wife and son. So, he waits.