Davios Aeori I

**Davios Aeori** is the first son born from the union of Lord Harkin Aeori and Lady Vysia Aeori. He was named in remembrance of his deceased uncle, who was the secondborn son. At the age of seventeen, Davios was sent by request of King Rhaelarys II to Vakar, where he became the Master of Coin for about eleven years before forced removal by King Raemor I during his crackdown on unconventional relations.

Upon his journey to Vakar at the age of ten and seven, he reportedly slept with a few knights that was helping with the caravan transport to Vakar. Most claim this to just be disgusting rumors placed upon him to ruin his political chances, but Davios never confirmed nor denied these claims. Though upon arrival he was initially compliant with his superiors at court not wanting to stir the pot or say no often, he developed a habit of reinterpreting orders and challenging the court playing the political game to a T. His consistently good results, such as reestablishing ties with the banks of Xabia and being able to provide funds for multiple large scaled events and weddings, have earned him much praise from both the lords of the realm but also the common peoples praise. This demonstrated political competence had won Davios both the adulation of his younger peers and the ire of the lords stuck in the older ways.

## Appearance and Character

Davios' most notable features are the shaved sides of his head, his beautiful blue hair, and his bright gold eyes. He also has a strong jaw, and full lips. Underneath his silks, he boasts a dainty physique.

Davios considers himself a Political "lifer," having grown up with around the sphere of politics with his father since he was a child. He was arguably the proudest member of the Small Council amidst his admittance but also the most imperious, earning him a gaggle of detractors but also a flock of loyal followers, to whom he boasts often about his exploits. He employs his silver tongue to realize his desires, though where his tongue fails, his wit typically succeeds.

Before he became a polarizing figure under Raemor's reign, he had to fight to prove and protect himself. He grew up relishing the rewards of a good contest, and as a result grew to love his duties as a politician. Never one to forfeit a challenge, he isn't one to issue them as well, especially to those, such as the Mistress of Whispers Elyana Bayeri, whom Davios feels is superior to him.

Late in the year 1,326 Davios was called to the throne room in the Palace of Fire by King Raemor Vakerian who told him he had two options, either relinquish his position as Master of Coin and return to Xabia marrying a woman of either his choosing or his brother's choosing, or be castrated and lose a hand as is law for being gay. He chose the former and thanked the late King for his help, he swiftly returned to Xabia telling his brother of the acts which enraged Bavinil reportedly but he chose to do nothing of it instead naming his elder brother Treasurer of Xabia and Master of the Banks. Over time he has had grown respect for both Visaenys Vakerian IV and Rhaesys Vakerian I however he hedges more of his bets and money onto Maenyx Mullyn as to get the Golden Queen to sit on the throne one day.