Ettlsen Goldsea

## Professor Ettlsen Goldsea

### Occupation

Headmaster of the Goldsea Institute (unknown start date), Professor of the Goldsea Institute (unknown start date)

### Class

Wizard

**Professor Ettlsen Goldsea** is the enigmatic and esteemed Headmaster of the Goldsea Institute, a prestigious academic institution located on Wizard Island in Venthalia. Known for his exceptional wizardry teaching skills and effective management of the school, Goldsea is the oldest known living person in Venthalia. His true age remains a mystery, which has led to various speculations about his potential connection to the Institute's founding in 222 AV.

## Background and Personal Life

The origins of Ettlsen Goldsea and his potential connection to the Institute's founding remain shrouded in mystery. Some believe that Goldsea may be a direct descendant of the founder, while others speculate that he may be the founder himself, having somehow defied the laws of nature to survive for almost a millennium. There are historical records and writings dating back centuries that refer to a "Headmaster Goldsea" at the Institute, though it is unclear if this is in reference to an ancestor or predecessor of Ettlsen. Goldsea's age is a topic of great intrigue, as he retains the vigor and energy of a much younger man despite his outwardly frail appearance. Known for his humor, warmth, and childlike spirit, Goldsea consistently avoids answering questions about his age and the school's history. A popular rumor based on first hand accounts, passed down by word of mouth, suggest that Ettlsen Goldsea was close friends with Cpt Kipfer Santigo, founder of the CFS, suggesting that he would at the very least be over 200 years old. Goldsea is often seen wearing traditional Venthalian wizard robes and hat adorned with magical sigils.

## Headmaster of the Goldsea Institute

### Political Neutrality

Throughout his history, Ettlsen Goldsea has remained steadfastly neutral in the face of Venthalia's political conflicts and power struggles. Situated on Wizard Island, the Institute has maintained its independence from the various factions in Venthalia, including the Kingdom of Althea, the Free Trade Cities, the Confederation of Free Sailors, the T&K Co, and the Klans. The Institute pledges allegiance to no one but the pursuit of knowledge, welcoming students from all walks of life and allegiances, and remaining unswayed by even the Althean Crown. The formidable reputation of Wizard Island, inhabited by a variety of powerful mages and casters, has deterred any would-be invaders, allowing the Institute to remain a sanctuary for learning and knowledge.

### Controversies as Headmaster

Over the years, Ettlsen Goldsea has weathered various controversies at the Goldsea Institute. Most notably, the school has seen the departures of Professor Polkdonn Elshant, a professor of Necromancy, working under Prof Harmen in the Wizardry Department, and Prof Kubera Brood, head of the Warlock Studies Department. Both departures occurred after mysterious, tense confrontations with Goldsea, though the headmaster has remained tight-lipped about the nature of these disputes. Consequently, the Wizardry Department has lacked Necromancy classes, and the Institute has been without a Warlock Studies Department, for the better part of a decade.

## Legacy

Ettlsen Goldsea is widely regarded as a Venthalian hero and icon. His commitment to leading the Goldsea Institute without prejudice towards race, creed, gender, or social upbringing has shaped generations of Venthalian mages and scholars. Goldsea has made a strong effort to ensure that students from all walks of life, cultures, races, genders, and wealth classes have the opportunity to attend the Institute, fostering an inclusive and diverse academic environment. This approach, coupled with the Institute's neutrality amidst Venthalia's political turmoil, has solidified the Goldsea Institute, and Ettlsen himself, a global reputation as a champion of learning and scholarship.