About Ka'etil Malas'raestory:
(translates roughly to dragon-eyed wild war beast) Ka'etil is an Issian Half-elf, named Ka'etil by his beautiful elven mother, Ky'aviawyn. He was sired by a not very honest, not very kind, not very human being of great magical power. But when she found out she was with child, Kyavia decided to keep the child, but much to her dismay, he turned out to take more after his father than her. As a boy, he was prone to severe mood-swings and violent out-bursts, and his mind was on the fragile side. His rough nature earned him the title of Malas'rae. He was true to his name, a beast, yet music soothed the savage beast within him. He adored his mother and her songs more than anything else in the world, easily reduced to tears my her melancholy songs. She and her voice is the only thing he misses of his old home. Not at all at home among the elves, he struck out on his own as a young man, making his name known, earning him the attention of the Swordlords as they sent out their charters. Even though he was born an Issian, he seems to have no real ties to the nation. As he traveled through the wilderness of the Stolen Lands, something awakened within his blood. It was not a grand Manifestation of power as with some. Objects around him began to move of their own accord, he heard the voices in his head coming from all around, he had finally succumbed to madness. Wandering aimlessly through the woods time loosing itself entirely, he was attacked by brigands. He knew fear for the first time in his life, and was enraged by it. A dark power welled up from deep within him, and he tore into his assailants, not with tooth and nail, but with horn and claw. As his mad furry faded, covered in the blood of his foes, he saw reflected a demon, horned and clawed. But the reflection changed as he became himself once again, ant it finally dawned upon him. This was the legacy of his bastard father, this power. He willed away the gore and with a new-found confidence and grace, he made his way to the nearest settlement where his new life would begin... ...and who should he meet there, but the Party!!!
appearance:
He has a powerful build, graceful like an elf, muscular, lean, and sinewy. Dark black hair hangs unevenly shorn, not wild but unkempt, in his face, not quite concealing bright burning red slitted eyes. He wears a ragged cloak over his armor, not quite concealing the blade at his side. most of his garments are ragged, save elven attire, his only keepsake from home, which he keeps in pristine condition as he does like to look nice every now and again. He'll likely take to prestidigitating his hair into something nicer when the need arises. personality:
As a young man, he was wild, but clever. As he grew, the sharpness of his wit grew to surpass the un-soundness of his mine, and with the awakening of his powers, something from within him has seemingly silvered his tongue, a talent he aims to cultivate. He loves music with a passion, in nearly all forms. His mind is easily seized by it, as by little else. Living on his own from a fairly young age, and being separate from most of his people, he is self-reliant. He comes across as friendly and casual when he is at ease, but is constantly questioning people's intentions, keeping himself distant without being at all aloof or unfriendly. Alignment:
Due to the influence of his Draconic ancestors and traveling companions, he has become less wild, and his lighter side more pronounced. He is more responsible, and understnds the value of order, although he still is concerned primarily with his own personal freedom, and that of others.
equipment:
---gp 8 lbs. Explorer's outfit 20gp 25 lbs. Wooden Armor 50gp 8 lbs. Greatsword 8gp 6lbs. Morning star 15gp 12lbs. Lucern Hammer 75gp 3lbs. Longbow 20gp 3 lbs. Adventurer's Sash 10gp .5 lbs. Compass 10gp 15 lbs Flint/steal, Crowbar, Grappling Hook, Lamp/Oil, Rope, Torches crunchyness:
Ka'etil Malas'rae Invulnerable Rager 2 Cross-blooded Envenomed/Draconic Sorcerer 1 Trapper Ranger 1 Rage-Vivisectionist 2 Dragon Disciple 1 NG Half-Elf Init: +2 Senses: Low-Light Vision Perception +4 DEFENSE
OFFENSE
STATISTICS
SPECIAL ABILITIES
Barbarian
Sorceror
Claws: 5rounds/day Cantrips
Lv 1: 4/day
plan:
Currently I'm debating pushing my +2 from str to dex... Lv 4: boost int other boosts go to Cha for EH chain. If 16 Int and 17 Cha is not an adequate reflection of what "the Very Model of a Modern Major General" should be, then I am totally willing to take Str down a bit to end with more mental stats, but there's always stat items and Ka'etil would totally get a Headband of Obscure Knowledge, or Silvered Tongue (int/cha) or Wis to cure his mild case of the crazy and better serve the kingdom. As he gets more experience, he develops his character, with all the power he really needs coming naturally from blood and fury.
Full Attack:
Gore [dice]1d20+7+2[/dice] for [dice]1d8+3+2[/dice] claw
claw
survey:
Where was your character born? I was born in a small “village” of elves, they were very mobile and moved through their woods” choosing to forsake the city of Restov among other elves, and instead seek refuge among the trees around the Sellen River. Who raised him? My mother raised me on my own, protecting me from the other elves punishment for my misbehaving, hiding the truth of my father's identity form me. What was happening in the region when your character was growing up? The somewhat nomadic elves I was born among avoided most of the conflict in the area, and as a child I was blissfully unaware of the conflict in the area. It was after I left home that I learned of the banditry in the south, and made my way there, not knowing where my father could be. Does your character have any relatives? Mother and my aunt, uncles and cousins live in the village, but I’m the black sheap among them, my cousin sill a brat, although he's still over three times my age. Motivation What are your character’s immediate goals? What would he like to do in the coming year?I'm weak. I realized that recently and I dislike the feeling. I aim to discover the legacy Father left within my veins, the extent of that power and learn to use it. What are him long-term goals? Patricide. I know it's taboo among many, but I know he hurt my mother and I know he bears scars that none can see and shall never heal. He will pay, if I find him, and am strong enough to pay him back. What type of person would be him ideal mate? I've never had much chance to think about a mate. The girls my own age remain infants, and those who are "my own age" are decades older than I, and of much different temperament. But it's the voice, song, that beauty transcends all, though it'd be nice if he was beautiful when my eyes were open and him mouth closed as well. That said, I don't know what woman would want me, or could stand me, but maybe there is one. Who is him patron deity? Is he a devout worshiper? What god has ever smiled on me? I'm a mad bastard nothing divinely touched, hahaha. That said, Shelyn does have the right idea about life, it's better when it is beautiful, but a beautiful deer is eaten by wolves. Is he a devout member of any nonreligious cause? I am devoted to vengeance as I am devoted to anything, which is not much honestly. There is too much to see to be hell-bent on anything, and revenge is by far too dark to dwell on. Why choose to walk in the darkness in fury when I find myself there anyway. May as well try to enjoy the journey, I guess. Is there any race, creed, alignment, religion or the like against which he is strongly prejudiced? I hate fiends, their cults, worshipers, summoners, and consorts more than anything else in this world, which my father was. I have no patience for the pride and hubris of the Elves, or any who think they are greater than they truly are, but especially the elves. It's not that I hate them, they just aggravate me. They aggravate me so long. What is him greatest fear? I fear myself, and the darkness within me, the fury burning just beneath the surface. I cannot hope to contain it, but hope to channel it, direct it. What is the one task he absolutely refuses to do? Harming innocents. Idiosyncrasies What is your character’s motto or favorite saying? “Music soothes the savage beast?” Hahaha, how cliché is that? Nah, "it's not the to, it's the from. The 'to' sorts itself out in the end." not that I like to run away, but it's about more than running from something, just go, you'll get where you're going eventually. Heh, nice thought. What is his favorite color? Violet, dark and rich, it's a beautiful color, not one seen in nature, except in the rare flower or odd sunset. Describe what he would wear if money were no object? I'm not a fan of expensive cloths, but comfortable silk, simple and well fitted. And a ring, more than likely. But I've never had much use for them. What is him favorite food? Drink? Favorite food: Meats, cooked with herbs and seasonings form home. Drink: Dwarven Ail. I had some once and if I remember correctly (which I may not) it was absolutely fantastic! What is him favorite animal? The wild, black stallion is my favorite for its majesty, nobility, freedom and power. What habits of his friends annoy him most? I wouldn't really know, haven't actually had any, unless you consider 50 year old children who look at you as an interesting plaything, fun because it is dangerous. Then looking at me like that is probably most annoying, like I am interesting because I'm dangerous.
Miscellaneous What well-known media figure from sports, movies or politics most closely resembles your character? Dunno ATM working on that. What would be his theme song? “Ppr:Kut” by Linkin Park. If his friends were to write him epitaph, what would it be? Ka'etil Malas'rae Warm Companion. Of Fiery Passion, ever struggling, rest now and be at peace. What would be his job in modern society? Probably some workin the recording industry, or security at a music club, combining music and violence. Introduction Questions Do you have any nicknames, street names, titles, or aliases? He introduces myself as Ka'etil normally, although Malas'rae was a name given to me by my peers, and I am known more commonly as that by reputation, unfortunately. Now goes by "Kae". What is your full birth name? I was simply given the name Ka'etil at birth. Where do you live? I lived with my mother until I set out from home, and lived as a wanderer, only passing through settlements ever since. Why do you live there? I was not at home among the elves and unwelcome there. Getting too settled in any place leads to those I live with seeing my darker sides, rejecting me. So I leave before that happens. What is your citizenship status? I'm not of any nation. . What is your most obvious blessing or strength? I was born tough. Blessed with a powerful body to make up for my fragile mind, I think. What is your most obvious flaw or weakness? My temper. Try as I might, I always seem to loose it, or at least I often misplace it. Was there any event or cause to cause these weaknesses? I suspect it is in my blood. Those of such mixed linage as myself, having different sources of power coursing through our veins tend to have more fragile minds it seems. My dark heritage, I suspect, fuels my fury. Physical Traits What is your general body type, frame, bone structure, and poise? I stand at 6'7", tall even for an elf, with a powerful build, muscular but not bulky, but the only way to describe my face is...pretty. What is your skin color? My skin is light, more swarthy than my pale mother, but not tanned by any stretch of the imagination. What is your hair colour? Black, It bleaches to a very dark blond at the ends that have gotten a lot of sun, but very dark. What is your hairstyle? My hair's pretty hard to manage, thick and wild. I don't really style it, but when bits get in my eyes, I cut them off, or if it gets too long too, just with a knife. When it's necessary, I pull it back and use my new magic to will it into place. Do you have any facial hair? Nope. I don't know if it will ever grow, least more than just the sideburns that I shave off. I don't like them. What is your eye colour? Turquoise, and silted, like a dragon or snake. Does it change? Not really, although the whites seem to turn red when I give into my fury, and the iris turns yellow. How attractive are you? I'm fair of face, as they say. Tall, and lean, graceful as my mother. But not rugged, or particularly handsome, I guess. I don't have a "charming" smile, and my eyes are disconcerting to most, but I'm warm and kind looking when I am calm. What is your most distinguishing feature? It's likely my eyes, not human or elf, the most obvious mark of my inhumanity. Do you have any scars, tattoos, or birthmarks? I'm pretty scared, all along my arms hands, there are some marks on my face, but none are particularly pronounced, and mostly they heal and are faded so you actually need to look for them. There are a few very pronounced marks going around my forearms, and deep puncture wounds near my collar-bone of uncertain origin. What is your handedness (left/right)? I use both hands for most tasks. I write with my left, but fight with my right. Do you resemble some currently known person? Maybe I look like my father; it would explain why my mother always seemed to be on the verge of crying whenever she looked at me. Do you wear a uniform? Nope, not that I wouldn't, bet I’d look good in it. Just haven't. What kind of clothing do you wear? Mostly, whatever I can get my hands on. I am very partial to an old full-length coat that I tore the sleeves off of, but I do still have a simple silk elven outfit from home. It's such a dark red that it looks black with golden trim, very little, not too fancy that I wear on formal occasions, but as my only heirloom from home, I keep it safe as I can. What is your clothing's style or level of sophistication? I keep really simple tough cloths that can survive the wild I wear them in, but do like to get all dressed up on occasion. What sort of vocal tone do you have? My voice is deep and rich, but when I get excited I sound like a child, much higher, and brighter. Do you get sick? Maybe you catch the flu twice a year and that's it? Or maybe you have a weak immune system and catch anything that goes around? I'm not particularly resistant to disease, but do take efforts to avoid sick people. I don't like how helpless I feel when I get ill. History Where is your homeland? In Issian lands, the forests near the Eastern Sellen River. What are its people like? The Elves are nomadic and isolationists. They are long-lived and but avoid the squabbles of more short-lived races, hiding in their trees. Are you aware of its history? Not at all. My people came north, up the river, and found the forests. There they have been forever, as far as I am concerned. Even the old ones were born there. Are you patriotic or a social outcast? I am not at all patriotic. To what would I be patriotic. Tree-dwelling isolationists, Issians I don't even know? No, I have no nation, and am not really suited to living with people. What are your opinions of home? I don't care for my family, their lifestyle, their attitudes. I miss my mother, but that's it. Did you witness any historical events? No, hiding in the trees from a people hiding in the trees? When I left, I did witness violence, banditry, the strong preying upon the weak with no one to protect them, but that's not so much history, as a universal truth. Are your real reasons for becoming an adventurer different from what you tell others? I don't tell everyone I meet that I want to kill my father, but I also just want to wander, see the world, or more than just trees. So half-truths. How do you feel about other races? I tend to suspect the more long-lived races, arrogant and cold, but others such animals. There's not really racial generalizations that I make, anyone can be anyone. Were there any traumatic experiences in your early years (death of a family member, abandonment, orphaned at an early age, etc.)? I found out about my Father, what he did to my mother, how hurt she was, but as far as personal trauma, just knowing that I did not belong for my entire life. It was painful, and probably did not help my mental state. Did you have any childhood friends? Not really. There were kids that I ran around with, after a couple years, I was too big to play with them and had to find new, even older playmates, people who had seen me as a baby. It was strange, and when I left, I know they wouldn't miss me. Are you still close to them or have you grown apart? No, we are not close. Which toys from your childhood have you kept? I abandoned everything, except the cloths on my back and in my pack when I left. But all I really had were toys I fashioned of wood and leaves myself, whistles and the like. But I can still make them, so maybe I kept them all, heh. What conflicts might arise from your past? Well, if I ever find my father, there will be trouble, I know he is powerful. Or if I ever have to go back home for any reason, anyone but my mother will not be pleased to see me. Do you have any sort of criminal record? Best part about avoiding population centers and people? NO LAW-ENFORCEMENT. hahahaha. heh.
Who were your parents? Mother is Ky'aviawyn, and my father is a bastard who’s name was never spoken to me. Not once. Were you raised by them? Mother raised me. What did your parents and/or foster parents do for a living? Mother is an enchantress. She is of a proud line, but was not lucky to manifest our draconic heritage, like my uncle. But she is a beautiful singer, and she keeps things neat for the family, organizing the family's activities and such, singing all the while. What was their standing in the community? She was well respected, acting as a matriarch or sorts, not in any official capacity, but she knew what was going on with the family, and gave advice and council. That respect allowed her to protect me. Did your family stay in one area or move around a lot? The family stayed with the elves as they traveled and wandered the forest. How did you get along with your parents? I adored my mother, she card for me, protected me, and did her best to calm me and help me control my impulses. It was a thankless ob, but I and grateful to her, and love her dearly. How would your parents describe you? Passionate was her word for me. I was volatile, and emotional, but she looked for the best in me and focused on that.. Are any or all of your family still alive? My mother is alive, I don't know about my father. Doesn’t much care, but if he's still alive I want to be the one to end him. Personality/Beliefs Do you, or did you, have any role models? There was a young man, well, not really young, he was an elf, but he was respected. Arden was his name, he was very calm, and warm, never so much scolded me as gave me looks when I miss-behaved. He was always understanding with everyone, kept his temper and held his tongue when he needed to. I always admired his ability to keep his composure and wanted to emulate him, was never able to, but I did try. [b]Do you have any great rational or irrational fears or phobias? Thank the gods no. I’d hate to see what I would be like if I got all panic-ey about silly things like snakes. I am always a little worried of breaking down, crying or getting overly excited at an inopportune time. When I was young, I saw some squirrels playing around, and they were so absurd I started cracking up. Not good to do at a funeral =/. What, if anything, would it take for you to be able to overcome them? I wish I knew, but I can't think of anything that can give me that kind of control, except maybe time. How do you react when them fear manifests itself? It's not really the fear that's the problem. I get a little nervous, which makes me more likely to go overboard. so I try to calm myself down, or not worry about it in the first place. Are you willing to discuss, or even admit to, the situation? people find out quickly enough, and these days I make a rather frightening transformation when it is anger that overcomes me. What are your attitudes regarding material wealth? It lets you buy stuff? like food! so it's a good thing. Are you miserly with your share of the wealth, or do you spend it freely?
Are you greedy or generous? I don't care too much for money...so if someone seems to need it more than me then I’ll give him or her some. But I usually need what little cash I can get my claws on. for food and stuff. Do you see wealth as a mark of success, or just as a means to an end? I don't really get the motivation to be wealthy, it's just never been that important to me. Having some nice things, not worrying about your next meal, sleeping somewhere comfortable, those are signs of success, but only dragons really need piles of money to be comfortable. How do you generally treat others? Depends on how they treat me. I'll be polite, but will definitely take my time in really trusting anyone, and even so, I am reticent. but that don't mean I'm not nice. Heh, even thieves and liars can be fun, just as long as you know to expect them to steal and lie. Do you trust easily (perhaps too easily) or not? I don't. simple as that, but again, I keep my back to the wall watching, but with a smile on my face. silly to be rude about it. Are you introverted (shy and withdrawn) or extroverted (outgoing)? I'll put myself out there, I can't really help it. If someone looks interesting, I can't not approach them, is someone is entertaining I’ll laugh, and want to talk with them. If someone upsets me, heaven forbid, I’ll tell them. hopefully they'll stop before things get bad. Are you a humble soul or blusteringly proud? I'll acknowledge when I am awesome, but it's silly to try to show off. It's better to exceed low expectations than to fall short of your own boasts. Do you act differently than you feel (concealing your true thoughts)? Would that I could, would that I could. What is your favorite type of animal? I like Humming-Birds best! they are always flying around, darting about, and they're so beautiful, such plumage. Simple elegant and brilliant, not gaudy like some other birds. Is there anything that enrages you? Yes. Just about anything that upsets me enrages me. Pride, condescension, being put down or controlled, failing, bad food, getting my nice cloths dirty (less of a problem now that I figured out how to clean them with my mind), getting lost, it being too crowded, being all alone when I want company, being pestered and annoyed, the list goes on. I'm working on it, tho. Do you enjoy "roughing it", or do you prefer your creature comforts? Same thing to me. long as I don't have a sharp rock in my back, I'm pretty comfortable. Nicer than that is even better. Don't think I’d waste resources on lavish living, but I got no problem wasting someone else's for them. What would you do if something were stolen from you? Well, I’d get it back. It's mine, so clearly I had it for a reason, otherwise why would I have it. What would you do if you were badly insulted publicly? Break the insulter in half. Not that I’m proud of it, but it would likely happen that way. I would love to say I’d make a witty retort, I would anyway, but it's less satisfying when they can't hear to appreciate it. Although sometimes I laugh, if they're really clever. I love a good joke, even if it's at my expense. Or I'll cry, cause I don't like it when people try to hurt me, and sometimes it hurts more than it gets me boiling. but violence is likely. What do you consider to be the worst crime someone could commit and why? There's a lot of messed u things that people seem to do to each other, and not because they can't control themselves. But to deliberately and calmly hurt another who doesn't deserve to be punished for something, or need to be stopped, I can't fathom it. Do you support the current government of your homeland? Nope, not that I really am against it per say. But I haven't really had any interaction with it. They don't seem to be worth much, tho. What form of government do you believe is the best (democracy, monarchy, anarchy, aristocratic rule, oligarchy, matriarchy) and why? Well, if there's a good king, then Monarchy, if people are smart, then democracy, but that never happens. Aristocrats are too corrupt, merchants are too greedy, but politicians are bad as aristocrats, and kings become tyrants. I guess with a king, there's only one man you need to topple to get a new regime, as opposed to trying to change a system. Have you ever been persecuted for your political stance? I’m smart enough to avoid political philosophy with the politically opinionated. I'm just a common bastard, no revolutionary. Do you have any unusual or nervous mannerisms, such as when talking, thinking, afraid, under stress, or when embarrassed? I sway. It's not very pronounced, but it's like a cobra and a snake charmer, when I get antsy I tend to like to move. I also sway as I walk, but only when I don't think about it, like when I'm really distracted by something. Then there's the red eyes and horns when I get angry, but I’d rather not talk about that... What is your most treasured possession? I like my cloths from home. They're nice and comfortable, especially for formal attire. only think worth keeping from there that I could take with me. Do you have a good luck charm? not really, but I guess my coat's survived a lot, and I am rather fond of the old thing. Do you prefer to tear down or build up? Build up, it's just not something that comes naturally to me. Are you deliberate or spontaneous? Spontaneous to a fault. There may even be a bit of fey in me, I used to be called a gnome when I was a toddler. things are just interesting, and distracting, and it's tough to not do things I wanna do when I remember I wanna do 'em! Do you prefer the town or the country? Country. fewer people to scare there, smaller angry mobs to chase you away. If made to decide, would you rather be deaf or blind? Why? Blind. I would die if my world was silent, and there are ways around blindness. I got good ears, a decent nose, pay enough attention, and you can practically see, far as I’m concerned. but you can never see music. only hear it. Describe your worst nightmares. I've had a re-occurring dream I’ve never shared, and don't ever intend to. I've found my father, I don't know what he looks like, or can't remember, but I know it's him. We fight, again it is hazy, but we wound each other grievously but as I feel my end I am able to lash out, tearing at him with tooth and claw, and as I watch him die, his form solidifies into that of my mother, and there she lies, her blood on my hands. Then I wake up, still feeling the blood, I panic every night I wake from this dream, until I realize that it is not blood, but sweat covering me.
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