Post by wilddog on Oct 6, 2010 16:49:29 GMT -5
Name: Eriak Snarlthief
Age: 160
Race: Elf
Occupation: Hunter/fighter. Clan chief
Allegiance: To the Akuborin Clan.
Physical Description: Eriak is a elf, obviously, so certain traits are apparent on him. The pointed ears. A stately appearance is coupled with an earthly feel about him. His hair is rough and jagged, much like a rope untwined. He is notorious for not cutting it, so it waves free. His face is weathered, making him look much older then he really is. His eyes are the most brownest eyes the elves can have. He has quick reflexes and a deadly accurate aim.
Eriak is a archer by nature, which reflects on his body. Strong arms, fit for pulling a bow back. His legs are muscled heavily, but he isn't the greatest runner. Callused by many years with the bow, Eriak's hands are meant for the bow, meaning he fumbles around with a sword. He can. however, use one.
Being a wild elf, he isn't dressed like the other elves. Mostly, he wears armor picked up long ago, wrapped in cloth. Most of it is torn and ripped. On the left side of his head, he wears a curious mask. It protects him from the sun when shooting.
With him at all times is his bow, sword, and knife. The sword is his line of defense, because he can barely use it. The knife is for hunting and other domestic uses.
Personality: Eriak (and by extension, the Akuborin Clan) is not what you would call civilized. Often rude, they have no regard for others. The only ones that matter are themselves and money (which they don't use, but like the look of them) Like dragons of old, they horde treasure solely due to habit. With no real allegiance to either elf or human, they roam the world, free of worry. Sometimes, they get into a fight with other bands, but generally steer clear of other life. Which is not to say they never travel into cities. When need demands of it, they will go into them, buying what little supplies they need. Because they are a mercenary band, they are constantly being hired for odd jobs, which is fun for them.
As for personally, Eriak Snarlthief is in love with nature. All of them, in fact, except Bonareir Warscar. The old soldier just won't let go of his past. Often, Eriak will walk alone among the trees. Course, he loves to hunt. Often, for days on end, he will be alone, hunting in the woods. He is the means of food for the clan.
He is also the leader of them, which means, when the situation demands it, he will step forward and take command. He doesn't love power, but will use it to save the band. The others look up at him in awe and respect him. They will jump when he says frog. It doesn't go to his head, but he takes pride in that.
Because elves are held in contempt by the humans, they magically alter themselves to appear more human. Which isn't much, since they hardly look like the High elves
History: Eriak was born Eriak Nemso, the son of a elven trader from a elvish tribe. The tribe's name was Akuborin, a tribe of wild elves living in the wilderness of Goena. From an early age, he was set apart from the rest of the pack as an exceptional archer. he would practice for hours at the skill. His parents loved that about him, and encouraged him. Growing up, Eriak became more and more connected with his bow. He also gained two friends. Avoet Cursemaker was his best friend. For days, the two would romp around, exploring hidden caves. Avoet and Eriak were the two trouble makers in the tribe. The other friend was Dora Touchslayer. Not lovers, but friends. Those two had a rivalry going on, because both of them were great archers. Life was pretty nice for the trio.
Every story, though, has a down side. After all, life isn't all roses and daisies.
The land of Goena suffered a plague. To escape it, the tribe jumped on a ship and headed out. Sadly only six members survived. Eriak Snarltheif, Avoet Cursemaker, Bonareir Warscar ( a soldier) Delo Mawwanderer (a young elf servant), Dora Touchslayer, and Rinar Icekiller (Bonareir's wife a spearwarrior) After the initial shock, they joined Eriak and made the tribe again. But, they swore not to be wrapped into the Elven plots, so they headed into the human territory, seeking jobs.
