Role

Chapter 5

Arathian has grown in the last few years. He has grown in his guild, and he
has grown in confidence and as a Squire. Strangely for a squire, his two best
friends in the fortress are the Marshall and Captain. Arathian has taken it
upon himself to make sure his magics are readily available to all of his
brothers and sisters of the fortress, but has found himself walking with the
two leaders of the fort the most. Though older and far more experienced than
him. Arathian values this mentorship and friendship, as he feels he is
learning the ways of the Maran from the finest Maran in the fortress. What
Arathian lacks in skills in battle, as he is still learning the ways of his
guild, he makes up for in sheer commitment and unyielding loyalty to show up
to battle, even if just to aid his brothers and sisters in arms. He has found
his magics empower those around him to a great degree, and though not the
warrior some in the fortress are, he feels accepted and appreciated for the
magical aid he brings to the table. He makes himself available as much as
possible, as in his eyes, the needs of the Brigade far outweigh any of his own
needs.

Arathian also seeks the favor of the Goddess Baerinika, but he does not feel
worthy of her presence. Only the fiercest maran seem to gain her favor, and
Arathian feels small compared to many of his brothers and sisters. He has
dedication, courage, and a will to engage with the dark in combat, but he
still feels as if he would fall short of her expectations. He still works up
the confidence to one day visit his jungle ruin, and declare himself for her,
but he hopes to gain more experience in combat first, win or lose, seasoning
in battle and fulfilling his duties are important to him so he can do better.
Many things have changed in Arathian's soul, and many have stayed the same. He
still seeks out conflict with any necromancer, and he longs to find the
reanimated bodies of his parents to lay them to rest. He strongly suspects
that the Imperials had something to do with the desecration of their graves,
but until he has proof, every necromancer is an enemy he must face until he
learns the truth. Steadfast and determined, he continues to do his best to
bolster the strength of the holy brigade and the fortress as a whole.