Asbjorn Heiberg

(Artist: @StibbyTheBull)

Asbjorn Heidburg is the current monarch of Nysvallande. The new kingdom is quite small and isolated in the frigid north west of Agaroth. Despite it's size and distance, the kingdom has an interesting past and looks to be quite an important location for any who wish to dip their paws into alchemy.

## Biography

### Wholesome Beginnings

Back on Pyke, Asbjorn was a small feline who was an apprentice to the village alchemist. His teacher, Halvor, was well known within the region for his abilities. At first the young boy was quite clumsy and struggled to remember recipes. However after a few of years he began to improve and approach his teachers level of expertise. Not only did his chemistry and alchemy improve, but his cooking abilities and appetite grew as well. Asbjorn reached the age of 21, Halvor pulling him aside from his usual work to hand him a letter. Inside contained some currency, and an official alchemist license from the government. The two spent the rest of the day celebrating before Asbjorn prepared to take his next steps in life.

Asbjorn moved away from his home to the capitol of Svalkott, taking residence in a small shop he used to sell his brews and potions. The now grown cat began his adult life, eventually finding the love of his life and welcoming her into his small home. His partner was a lumbermill worker named Kaare. He had a knack for furniture and took this opportunity to find an apprenticeship with a local woodworker. Kaare spent most of his time away from home, leaving after breakfast and returning just in time for dinner. All the while Asbjorn took care of the home, brewing potions, and cooking for his lovely husband.

### The Great Crack

The morning was pretty usual as Asbjorn kissed his husband goodbye for the day. He moved on to begin his own tasks for the day, sweeping the kitchen when a blinding light burst through the windows. Asbjorn quickly shut his eyes, moving his paws to shield himself from the surprising brightness. For a moment, he'd be floating through a void, blinking in surprise before his vision faded. His eyes shot open once more to a snow covered pine forest. Behind him lay an icy ocean with large icebergs floating along with the waves. The first thing that came to mind was Kaare, looking around he was all alone, a panic began to set in. Asbjorn quickly flocked to the ocean to make sure his husband wasn't washed away in his absence. The numbingly cold water enveloped his thick fur and skin as he waded into the ocean. He yelled out Kaare's name, but never received a response, just the lapping of waves and chilling wind. Asbjorn stood half sunk into the arctic water as he noticed his reflection in the calm water. The past feline didn't even recognize his own face, his whiskers replaced with a big snout and nose. His pointy ears replaced with stubby round nubs. His small, sharp teeth replaced with a large, skull-crushing jaw. The feline was no more, replaced with a rotund, heavy, densely fur covered brown bear.

### The Polar Breeze

Asbjorn struggled to cope with what had happened. The bear was alone for a long time, mostly spending his time searching for his partner when not sleeping or eating. This nomadic wandering and depressed state lasted for a good six months before Asbjorn settled near the coast he had started on. Fearing the worst, he finally began to accept his loss.