Actius

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## Lore Info

### Residence(s)

Callisto

Actius is JustaMoth's first character on the Afterglow SMP. Due to Moth's departure from the SMP on January 27th, 2023, the character is no longer in use.

## Physiology

### Appearance

Actius is a moth-folk of the demi-human races. Standing tall at 6ft 7 in and weighing 270 lbs, with a wing span of 12 feet. Has two large antennae that stick out the top of his short white hair, and two large compound eyes instead of normal humans.

Even though Actius is 62, he is currently in the prime of his life. In terms of humans life span, Actius would rest comfortably around 35.

## Character

Despite his large and foreboding stature, Actius is a very kind hearted pacifist. Preferring to solve issues with words rather than violence. He wishes to create a peaceful kingdom where every child can play in the sun without a care in the world.

Being a Demi-Human, Actius still has some warrior pride, which is why he wishes to have a colosseum in Callisto, his kingdom. With the belief that battles are for creating friendships, not to ruin them. But do not mistake this as weakness, as Actius will not hesitate to go to war to protect his people.

Actius can be easily spotted by more than his stature. His skin is marked with white and blue patterned fur like scales covering him head to tow. His beautiful white wings, marked with blue dots, are also hard to miss. Normally, Actius will be wearing his old kingdom's armor, that of a paladin, head of the King’s Guard.

## Alignment - Lawful Good

Actius wants to make a world where all races can walk equally under the same sun, and wishes to do so peacefully. This can cause him to go beyond normal means to protect someone, or to convince someone of peace.

## Backstory

Being born in a fallen kingdom in 19XX, Actius grew up among other Demi-Humans, growing strong and powerful from a young age. Being prestigious in combat, he quickly earned the title of Captain of the King’s Guard at the young age of 23. Actius married and had 2 children of his own soon after taking his new position.

During his time as the head guard, he was tasked with tracking down a band of slavers. Upon arriving, Actius, being clad in full armor, was attacked by what he thought was a lamia, a snake-person. After a fierce battle with magic and hammer clashing, the two realized they were here for the same goal. The duo partnered up, absolutely eviscerating the slavers camp, freeing as many people as they could. Afterwards Actius told the man about his kingdom, and welcomed him to visit anytime. The snake-man took the offer, visiting multiple times a year, the two becoming great friends.

While peace lasted long, it didn't last forever. 29 years since gaining his new position, a colony of slave traders attacked the kingdom. Due to their large numbers, it seemed like many of his fellow Demi-Humans would be captured, but due to their resistance, the slavers decided it wasn’t worth the hassle, and simply began slaughtering. Actius, being King’s Guard, had no choice but to leave to go and protect his King instead of his family, who he had sent off into the woods in hopes of their survival. He would regret this decision everyday.

Slaughtering every slaver in his path on the way, Actius made his way to the throne room but, by the time he had arrived in the King's room, the King had already been slaughtered, along with the other guards. Realizing it was too late for them, Actius continued his hunt for as many slavers as he could, taking revenge for his friends, his people.

As he was soaking in blood, he heard a scream from the forest. A chill ran through his body, he knew the voice was that of his wife. He took flight immediately, hunting down the sound yet, he was too late. The body of his wife and two children lay there, bloodied and dead. Actius couldnt help but bellow in anguish, losing those he held closest to him, knowing there was no one else alive in the kingdom, knowing he was the only one left.

After burying all those he could, he burned the bodies of his family, to carry their ashes with him wherever he may go. And he did. He began to travel the world, becoming a nomad, with dreams of making sure that night is never repeated again. To make a kingdom of peace, one where prejudices have no room to blossom. Yet a rage grows deep in him, one of revenge, a desire unbeknownst to even him at the time.

9 years later he came across someone known as Zombee. After sharing his story with her, the two became travel partners, with Bee offering Actius proper meals, something he has not had in years. Now the two continue to travel, looking for the perfect place to begin building.

## Quotes

> Battle is to forge bonds, not destroy them.
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> Actius

> Your existence is not a crime.
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> Actius

> “Yes, I do enjoy lanterns - Yes, I am technically a moth.. That's beside the point!
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> Actius

> Children deserve to look up to the sky without worry.
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> Actius