Reginald S. Augustine

Reginald S. Augustine was a Fey Corgi Paladin hired by Nelenet to explore the continent of Ahlus. Though diminutive in stature, he stood tall as a beacon of warmth and protection for his comrades in both battle and in life.

Following the tragic demise of Alkestis, Reginald departed the Expedition Guild to offer his aid to the people of Rydoon. Recognising him as a champion from the Kroan Games, The Hollow Concord appointed him as the next Stregarch and Commander of the Rydooni Army.

## Appearance

Reginald was a Fey Corgi with a ginger-cream coat and deep brown eyes. Were he not dressed in heavy armour or armed with a sword and shield then one might have mistaken him for an adorably oversized puppy, but it is quite clear that that is not the case. His resting expression was a serious one, though he was quick to smile in times of revelry.

Following the fourth battle for Viridell, in which Irsecrinth tore the settlement asunder, the left side of Reggie's face sported lasting burns due to his proximity to the ancient dragon's transformation into his ascendant form - having planted *Dawnbringer* firmly in the nape of the beast's neck. This left his ginger-cream coat blackened and twisted, eye sealed shut by a lightning scar, and his lip now naturally curled into a frown. A wound the paladin was perfectly capable of healing himself, but choose to keep in penance for his misdeed.

## Personality

Much like his dear friend Ignatius Saurwind, Reginald was a stoic champion of the Dawn Matron. He was quick to offer a hand to those in need, to be the shield against the darkness, and to smite those who propagate death and destruction. He was ever polite and courteous, eager to avoid violence until foul action demands it, though content to let his allies speak in his stead when necessary.

Reggie had no need for creature comforts, as they brought him little joy compared to the warmth in his heart when he helps someone in need. Almost all of his personal wealth, accrued through his numerous grand adventures, was donated towards helping those less well off than he.

## Backstory

Reginald Augustine was a proud pup that could claim descent from the renowned canine warrior August the Bold, he lived with his family in a small tribe that lay deep within the Firefly Forest. His tribe was neither feared nor formidable, most unlike the legacy of their legendary namesake, keeping to themselves within a great forest full of adventure and possibility.

This had never sat well with the young Reginald, who often ventured alone into the forest when he should have been at home doing other important tasks. It was during one of these little expeditions that his tribe was attacked, and he was supposed to have been on guard duty. Chastised for his hubris, and exiled by his own family, Reginald was left to fend for himself.

Vowing to make right his wrongs and become a stoic defender of the downtrodden just like his ancestor had been, Reginald found his way to a great tower of stone. There he met the stoic Mousefolk Ignatius Saurwind, from him he learnt of the Goddess Aita and her fight against the evils of the world. He offered the goddess his sword, and was enlightened as one of her champions of the material plane. Now he too has travelled to Ahlus to aid his comrade in the fight to bring the Lady of Radiance's light to all.

## Adventures in Ahlus

Though a storied adventurer, Reginald had no desire to record his deeds in story and song. Excerpts of his exploits can be found in Expedition Reports.

Reggie built a humble soup kitchen on the southern side of Whittengrove, which still stands adjacent to the Shrine of Aita, though he passed ownership of the building to the shrine when he departed the city.

In his first major venture as Stregarch, Reginald led an elite squad of Legionaries in the Defence of Claygate. Though a few civilians and Legionaries lost their lives during the battle, with no small amount of help from some of his former comrades, they were successful in repelling The Hive. Wormspeaker Valaara, the Hive's leader, was slain during the fighting along with several of their aberrant monstrosities; buying Rydoon a precious moment of respite as enemies threaten the city from all sides.

## Trivia

* The S. in his name stands for Sherbet, his confection of choice.
* Reggie frequents the Tea Parlour of Ume, and often spends his moments of rest sat by the pond putting on illusory shows with his magical Pan Flute.
* He placed second in the main event of the Kroan Games in 7WD, besting many of Ahlus' finest in physical prowess.