Isaac of Gallheric, Deputy of Munevar

Isaac Elys is an outsider to the lands of Munevar. He originally hails from the Principality of Gallheric, where his father is Captain of the Guard. After showing promise to his Prince in Gallheric, he was made Marshall of one of the communities there. Isaac reveled in the power of his new position and served admirably, while also serving as the Prince’s hands in matters he did not want to get directly involved in. His tenure as Marshall saw numerous ordeals; big-game hunting with the powerful Prince of Jennden, the incursion of the Baalzy temple in Galleric, Delbin of Delcouth’s rise and fall from power, the Exodus of the Pholthites, and so on. On his first expedition, Isaac’s knee was almost shattered by a merciless orc. Isaac slew the orc after receiving the wound, but still limps to this day. Isaac had been enjoying his time in Gallheric when Prince Herrell of Munevar suggested a personnel exchange to

cement relations between their two Principalities. Usually this is done as an exchange of sons, but that being too impractical, Isaac was sent instead. He was sent in good faith, but also to gather information and protect the interests of his Prince in Gallheric.

Since his arrival in Munevar, Isaac has acquainted himself with the local constabulary, the guards, and the local ‘adventurers’, the latter being the only group of interest. With these ‘adventurers’, Isaac has seen much more action and intrigue in the Great Kingdom. Isaac has served as a pillar of strength and continuity for the group, ensuring victory through precision and quick wits. Isaac is a master bowyer and fletcher and provides most of the stock for the groups quivers single handedly. He has started to craft a longbow that will take advantage of his considerable strength. It is still in the opening stages, but when completed, will be mighty indeed. While attempting to rescue Adri woodsmen under siege from Pervost and the Order of the Raven, Isaac received a nasty gash from a lycanthropic were-beast. The curse was transmitted to Isaac and is currently seeking a cure. The party is heading to Rel Diven, and if there is a cure for lycanthropy, then it will be found there. Due to this curse, Isaac’s current trend of growing calm and rationalization may be in jeopardy.

Isaac generally gets along with the adventuring party he’s with. He butts heads with Galen, mostly because of the Princelings rashness. He sees Oliver and Darcius as comrades in arms, also as friendly rivals because they share many of the same skills. Cedric and Isaac see eye-to-eye on many issues, they seem to be cut from the same cloth. Ryvvik is respected by Isaac because of his ability to get the job done, no matter the cost. Respect from Isaac must be earned, and he will let you know if you don’t have it.

Isaac is an archer who hasn’t seen his equal, he hones his fighting skills in that respect. This coupled with his natural arrogance gives him superior self-esteem (read: EGO). He ignores his melee skills, relying on his brute strength to land blows. He finds using his sword or club to be boring and clumsy, instead seeking the precision and focus of the longbow. Isaac is very single minded when it comes to things that make sense to him. Whether it be archery or religion or merely a battle plan, Isaac knows what he likes immediately.

When it comes to religion, Isaac has worshipped the Scourge of Battle as long as he could draw a bow. After a visit to Chathold, his horizons in that respect have been broadened. He got into a conversation with a Priest of Rao, and this conversation led Isaac to see how Rao ‘made sense’ to him. Ever since then, Isaac has been drawn to Rao almost fanatically. His views on religion are a keen glimpse into his mindset. For example, Isaac reveres Hextor: God of Tyranny and War. This corresponds with Isaac’s desire for power and his love of battle. Isaac also reveres Rao: God of Reason, Clear Thought and Serenity. These, although unlikely, also reflect well upon Isaac’s personality. Of late, he seems to be leaning both in thought and in action towards the teachings of Rao. Even so much as asking Rao’s blessing even before a battle, rather than seeking Hextor’s blind fury.

Current Events:

- Isaac wholly disapproves of the term ‘New Order of the Raven’ most notably because of the continued existence of the current Order of the Raven.

- Isaac sees Darrien as a coward who uses poison to undermine his opponent’s position. It would be better to simply march his army and try to get what he wants directly, rather than dance around the point with half-baked schemes.

- Isaac feels that the new rabble from the Adri wood is only going to create more work for himself. Many skulls will be thumped before the woodsmen fall into line.

- Isaac is very enthusiatic about travelling to Rel Diven, mostly due to the presence of a Temple to Rao there. He wants to learn more about the God of Intellect and Reason: Rao.

- Isaac feels that Istus has some open hatred towards him, and dislikes all of her cruel jokes at his expense. (His common response to questions regarding how he got lycanthropy)

- Isaac seems to care more about his bow and bowcraft than about Galen, and probably Oliver too.

• See also:
  • Ryvvik
  • Galen of Munevar
  • Cedric of St. Cuthbert
  • Darcius of Kleese
  • Oliver Antrim