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Aran Ragason
Male Aasimar, Archon Blooded Monk (Zen Archer) 1
LN medium humanoid
Init +3 Senses Darkvision (60) Perception +7
DEFENSE
AC 14, touch 14, flat-footed 13
hp 13
Fort 6 Reflex 3 Will 5
OFFENSE
Melee Unarmed Strike +0 (1d6+0/x2)
Ranged Sling +1 (1d4+0/x2)

Speed 30 ft
Space 5 Reach 5
STATISTICS
STR 10 DEX 12 CON 18 INT 13 WIS 17 CHA 9
BAB 0 CMB 0 CMD 14
Feats Point-Blank Shot, Precise Shot
Traits Magical Knack (Sorcerer), Reactionary
Skills Acrobatics 5, Appraise 1, Bluff -1, Climb 0, Diplomacy -1, Disguise -1, Escape Artist 1, Fly 1, Heal 3, Intimidate 5, Knowledge (geography) 5, Knowledge (history) 5, Knowledge (religion) 5, Perception 7, Ride 1, Sense Motive 9, Stealth 1, Survival 3, Swim 0
Languages Celestial, Common, Sylvan
Equipment 2 x acid flasks, Monk's Kit (backpack, belt pouch, blanket, 50' hemp rope, soap, torches (10), trail rations (5 days), waterskin). Monk's Outfit, sling, 10 sling bullets

Aran, like most Assimar, is an orphan. He does not remember his birth parents or have knowledge of any family. As an infant, Aran was left at a small monastery dedicated to Ragathiel, the empyreal lord and General of Vengeance.

1. A mysterious past leaves a hole in his soul. Aran is not sure who he is because he doesn’t know from where he came.
2. Aran’s internal motivations are driven by a mix of sorrow/empathy for those who are less fortunate, guilt for thinking he was not good enough for his birth parents, and fear of abandonment.
3. Growing up in a Ragathiel monastery means a very disciplined lifestyle. Aran begins each day with meditation through the cleaning of his weapons and gear. This daily ritual represents the preparedness all followers of Ragathiel must have to face the world’s evils. Aran always ensures his companions have eaten before he eats and goes out of his to aid those who have been wronged seek retribution and justice.
4. Aran is 6’ tall and a scrawny 165 lbs. Most servants of Ragathiel are beefy knights so Aran has always stood out. He was never that great with a sword and heavy armor was too uncomfortable. However, Aran is durable and strong-willed. His endurance allowed him to keep pace with most of his peers but it was his insight that allowed him to excel in certain settings. Aran has learned to “trust his gut” above all else.
5. Now, as he reaches his 26th year (or so they guessed. He’s actually reaching his 25th year.), there have been inklings of manifestations that betray his celestial heritage. This will be represented by taking a level of Sorcerer (Wild Blooded-Empyreal) at 2nd level.
6. As a child, Aran looked like a typical human with blond hair and green eyes. However, with the manifestation of his celestial heritage, his hair has become more silver and his green eyes are turning flame red.
7. Aran only knows life in the monastery. Unbeknownst to him, it is his destiny to leave the sheltered life and make a lasting imprint upon the world. The blood of Ragathiel flows in his veins and will manifest itself soon. He doesn’t know why yet but Aran feels whatever path the gods have set for him, they all lead outside the monastery.

1. Discover who and what happened to his birth parents. His mother’s great-great-grandmother was a paladin of Ragathiel whose deeds prompted the angel to bestow her with some of his blood. That blood has lain dormant for 6 generations.
2. Through traveling with the party and adventuring, Aran one day realizes that family is more than just blood. He returns to the monastery and supports them monetarily and other aid. Maybe the monastery will be destroyed by an evil force and the true spirit of Ragathiel will be awakened within Aran, the spirit of vengeance and righteous retribution.

1. Aran doesn’t want anyone to know that he was abandoned as an infant. If people ask, he tells them that his parents died bravely saving him from a bear (or some other large local predatory animal).
2. The monks who raised Aran know of his history. They know he has the blood of Ragathiel but have never told him since the blood had not manifested in 6 generations. Aran’s mother, like her mother and grandmothers before her, was a Paladin of Ragathiel who died fighting a demon for justice and freedom.

1. Brother Markham (age 77) – He is Aran’s father figure who raised the boy. In his youth, Markham was a great marksman with the longbow but Aran has only known old and venerable Markham. In addition to watching over the boy, Markham did try and teach Aran the ways of the longbow.
2. Brother Allister (age 62) – He was Aran’s tutor in history and religion, the only two subjects that stuck with young Aran. Aran loved hearing stories of glorious battles and honorable heroes.
3. Rodrick Cleareye (age 23) – Aran’s childhood friend and erstwhile sparring partner. Rodrick is how you picture a paladin of Ragathiel to look. Strong and big with fierce eyes and an even fiercer glare. Despite the outer toughness, Rodrick the one of the kindest souls Aran has met. A several years ago, Rodrick completed his training and left the monastery to serve Ragathiel in the world.
4. Bartlett Earhard (age 25) – Aran’s chief rival. Bartlett never like the weird, scrawny boy and went out of his way to make Aran’s life difficult in the monastery. If it wasn’t for Rodrick, Aran would have received many beatings from this bully. After Rodrick left, Bartlett made it a point to torment Aran, so much so that the brothers in the monastery banished Bartlett for his evil behavior. Bartlett blames Aran for his banishment and hopes to seek revenge one day.
5. Illiana (age 24) – Illiana is a girl that lived in a village near the monastery. She was always curious about the monastery and would hang out around there as a child. After a chance meeting, Aran and Illiana became fast friends. There was always an undercurrent of attraction between them but nothing ever came to fruition. An intelligent lady, Illian left the village at the age of 18 to study at the arcane academy. She should be completing her training soon and graduate as a full-fledged wizard.

1. Age 7, sword training: Aran was handily beaten by a much larger boy, Rodrick. After having been knocked on his butt, Aran looks up to see a smiling Rodrick offer a helping hand. The two have been fast friends ever since.
2. Age 12, fields near the monastery: During a brief moment of freedom, Aran snuck out to meet Illiana. They had a wonderful time spinning around in the fields until they were dizzy and falling down. Aran and Illiana fell in a way where their noses were almost touching. There was a moment where Aran thought they were going to kiss but then Rodrick showed up laughing, breaking the moment. Aran often thinks back to that day and kicks himself for wasting an opportunity. Who knows when will be the next time he’ll get to see Illiana?