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Sounds good, I think I might tweak the story a little but it shouldn't affect anything you need to rewrite. I'm going to ditch the Regidottari aspects of Arrigo and just concentrate on him aiming to become a fully fledged hellknight. @GMCallaway, what is the likelihood of a first level character being a hellknight armiger? I'm not 100% up to speed on the recruiting practices of the organisation, I just want to make sure everything is above board
That's great to hear Vinexa! I've thrown together a really quick idea for Arrigo's backstory; feel free to give it a read and let me know what you think. Bear in mind it is very rough (it's past midnight here in Australia but I was really keen to start on this idea so I/we have time to polish it over the weekend). Backstory, take 2: Arrigo Morandi wanted for nothing growing up. His family traced their heritage back to the days of Aroden, a legacy made through blood spilt in service to the royal family. Although not strictly recognised as noble, the generations of valorous service among the Regidottari of Westcrown had earned the Morandi line the respect of the ruling houses. Arrigo set his sights on living up to the family name early on. He excelled in the role of squire, taking to swordplay just as well as he did in more courtly affairs. A strong sense of respect for the laws of Cheliax was drilled into him at a young age; over time this developed into a zealous sense of patriotism in his adult years. When he was but a boy, Arrigo’s father returned from a mercantile trip with a surprise for him. A slave girl, only a few years younger than the squire. As a child, Vinexa (as she was called) was his closest companion. Although the lines between slave and master were clearly defined, Arrigo enjoyed the rare occasion when his parents would allow the girl relief of her duties to come and play. At the age of thirteen, Arrigo was sent off to Citadel Rivad to complete his tenure as a squire under the fearsome Hellknights. His father had managed to secure this posting at great cost, as he believed the experience would be invaluable. Arrigo completed his duties in silence, never complaining at the arduous tasks he was assigned nor the mountainous pages of religious and legalistic text he was required to memorize as punishment. At the end of the six year term, Arrigo returned home a man. He was ready to face the challenges which lay ahead on the path to becoming Regidottari, though his time with the Hellknights had left him feeling torn. Could the life of a knight be a more honourable pursuit? The question plagued his thoughts, yet he dare not speak of it to his father. Upon hearing of the diplomatic assignment seeking ambassadors on behalf of the Queen herself, Arrigo’s father jumped at the opportunity to offer his son as a candidate. Vinexa was offered as a parting gift by Arrigo’s mother, in no small part due to the wandering eye of Arrigo’s father. Upon being reunited with his once-playmate and childhood servant, a confusing and unfamiliar mix of emotions plagued the young man.
After reading all of this it's becoming more and more apparent how much Arrigo doesn't fit with the other potential applicants. I've been doing some revision, and I think a background rewrite is in order. I've got some ideas in mind, I'm thinking of changing it up so that Arrigo is a noble born Cavalier belonging to the order of the tome. His family have a pretty good working relationship with the Order of the Rack Hellknights; this could be a potential aspiration for him. I was thinking his family could be the ones who purchased Vinexa, perhaps as a playmate for their son along with her other roles. Upon finishing his tenure as a squire perhaps she was gifted to him as he set out to answer the call to embark on the diplomatic mission, his first real foray into the world at large. If this suits you Vinexa I'll go ahead and write up an amended background and sheet.
Grani here, with the backstory for my application. Arrigo is a Rogue (Roof Runner archetype) and will have a few face skills to boot. Stay tuned for a character sheet. Arrigo's Story: Arrigo spent the early years of his life in a small village situated among the Cliffs of Fury. He grew into a strong boy, agile and confident due to the hours he spent climbing the treacherous cliff walls with his friends. They would traverse the jagged rocks, jumping between outcroppings and daring each other to push the limits of their courage. Life changed for Arrigo during his twelfth year. His father a fisherman by trade, set out to work one day and never returned. Months passed, and no word came. Arrigo’s mother could no longer support her son or his younger sister on her own, so she made the decision to pack up and move to Westcrown. Her brother, a locksmith, owned a small business there and she had written to him in hopes that he would take on Arrigo as an apprentice. She managed to secure passage on a merchant caravan, and after a few long weeks they arrived at the City of Twilight. Arrigo grew to manhood under his uncle’s watchful eye. He showed a knack for the trade, and earned just enough to keep his family fed. As the years passed, Arrigo grew dissatisfied with his station. He longed for comfort; although he enjoyed the work he felt destined for more. He watched the Dottari, the soldiers of Westcrown, with envy. He envied their power and confidence, and aspired to find a way to join their number. He was strong and swift of mind and body, and was sure that one day he would find a way. Dreams of working his way up the ranks, even to one day earn a commission as a Hellknight, overtook his thoughts. His opportunity came one day by happenstance. A raucous sound drew his attention to the shopfront, where he came upon a group of Dottari chasing a lone figure through the streets. The heavily armoured soldiers were losing ground on the swift individual, and Arrigo acted out of sheer impulse. He grabbed his Uncle’s walking staff and took off. He quickly made up the distance between them, over fences and under railings until eventually they were running over the rooftops themselves. Arrigo caught up to the man, and after a short confrontation he managed to subdue him. From then on, Arrigo took to chasing bounties on behalf of the crown. For years he made his pay not from mending locks, but from cashing in small bounties on minor crooks. Although far more enjoyable than plying his trade, Arrigo decided he wanted more. His ambition has led him to apply for a place within the group of Ambassadors heading to Korvosa on behalf of the Queen. He hopes that maybe his few short years of service combined with a successful diplomatic mission will earn him favour among the nobility, and perhaps reveal opportunities he has never considered for his future.
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