Appearance

Special abilities

It is commonly known that Arch Mages are branded as such due to them being born with an innate magical skill that they can tap into without use of spellcrafting. Arch Mage Reldan's power is believed to be teleportation

Mentality

Education

Reldan was self taught in the ways of spellcrafting, as he was one of the pioneers of the craft. He did, however, attend Derval University as a student for a brief period before becoming a teacher of spellcrafting there. However, when asked about this part of his life, he stated that he wasn't enrolled to learn, but rather to observe the students and teachers from a different perspective in order to improve his own teaching habits.

Employment

After three years of being enrolled in the academy, Reldan decided to quit his studies as a student in favor of teaching at Derval University. He did this after writing a lengthy article listing all the failures and misguidance's of his predecessor, the Professor of Spellcrafting and Magic Studies Terial Scrosbern. Shortly after this scar on his reputation, Scrosbern stepped down as Professor of Spellcrafting and took over teaching basic Spellwriting Theory, leaving Reldan to take his position. Reldan taught Spellcrafting in a different way than Scosbern, favoring active class activities and experiments rather than reading from textbooks. When Reldan was asked about why he changed the methodology of the class, he replied that when he was enrolled in Scosbern's class, he realized that many students, including himself, seemed to feel disengaged from the activity and were hardly interacting with the class. He felt that spellcrafting should be taught in a way that promoted feelings of interest and discovery. His students seemed to agree, and Reldan quickly gained favor among his students. Students when asked about Scosbern state that he is more suited to his current position, as his textbook methodology is a better match to a class about theory. After teaching for thirty-four years, Reldan retired from his teaching career due to a disagreement with the academy board.

Accomplishments & Achievements

Tutoring at Derval University, publication of "Laws and Guidelines of Spellcrafting: How to Change the World"

Intellectual Characteristics

Highly inquisitive, always curious, and always learning, Reldan always enjoys an unstructured academic discussion.

Morality & Philosophy

Reldan's morals are centered around his belief that discovery and exploration of the self and the world is the meaning of life and the reason for existence. He believes that an education, self-teachings or academics, is the key to a higher sense of being. He believes that war is morally wrong, as it stamps out countless lives that could have otherwise learned and expanded other's learning. He believes that travel is a necessity for a meaningful life, as it allows one to expand their horizons. He believes that textbook, linear teachings are the destruction of inquisitive minds, and therefore disapproves of the practice.

Personality

Motivation

The pursuit of greater knowledge and understanding

Likes & Dislikes

Loves discovering something new and spellcrafting. Hates short-sighted or arrogant individuals, or ones unwilling to learn new things. Has an insane love of coffee, bordering on addiction.

Virtues & Personality perks

Open-minded, fast learner, good listener, better speaker.

Social

Honorary & Occupational Titles

Arch Mage, Former Professor of Spellcrafting and Magic Studies