Appearance

Physical Description

Normal, if a bit taller than average human. 5'11", 175lbs

Identifying Characteristics

Tonsured.

Apparel & Accessories

In public he is in ecclesiastical garb. On the road or in a tight spot he is in leather armor.

Special abilities

"Soothing word" - can counter fear or sway mob/hostile crowd twice daily.
Clerical turn undead.
Abililty to perform minor acts of theurgia.

Mentality

Personal history

Background: Village near Varim
Former Profession: Acolyte, Master Candlemaker
 
 
 
Theophilus, 3rd son of Lucernus the Chandler. Grew up in a family of master chandlers, known for their fragrant tapers ("Strands of Maya's Hair") made from the beeswax of the wildflower fed honeybees of the local apiaries. A normal progression into the family trade; 'prenticed to his father, then a journeyman along side his brothers, finally recognized as a Master of the Worshipful Guild of Chandlers (Varim based).
 
While preparing extra tapers for Sypheros, the outbuilding Theophilus and his brothers were working in caught fire. While Theophilus was quickly able to exit, his brothers were caught. Crying aloud to Maya for mercy, he swore he would dedicate his life to her if his family would be spared... Theophilus rushed back in and as the other family members recounted, he seemed to miraculously emerge with a brother under each arm. The brothers had some scorches, and a bit of smoke inhalation, but recovered quickly. Theophilus was completely untouched and unharmed.
 
Theophilus told his family of his vow, and it was agreed that in light of Maya's intervention, that he should enter into the service of the Mother of Mercy.

Education

Master Chandler.
 
Standard priestly education at seminary.

Employment

Adept of the Ordo Magna Mater Misericordiae

Failures & Embarrassments

Nigh slain by...frogs.

Mental Trauma

Frogs, man....frogs.

Morality & Philosophy

To promote Maya and her faith, those of the Ordo Magna Mater Misericordiae devote themselves to the following:
1. Feeding, clothing, and sheltering those in need
 
2. Comforting the afflicted and imprisoned
 
3. Ensuring all receive the dignity a proper funeral
 
4. Advocate the granting of forgiveness to all who sincerely repent.
 
Must remain chaste until marriage, Must be tonsured until marriage, May not slaughter livestock or eat slaughtered meat (pescatarianism)

person.sexuality

Must remain chaste until marriage, straight.

person.gender_identity

All man, baby.

Taboos

May not slaughter livestock or eat slaughtered meat (pescatarianism). May not own or sell slaves.

Known Languages

• Aeriscan


• Church Rexan

Personality

Motivation

Service to Maya, for the saving of his brothers.

Quotes & Catchphrases

• "F-f-frogs!"


• "By the Hammer of Ator, you shall be avenged!"

Social

Birthplace

Outside Varim

Current Residence

Itinerant

Contacts & Relations

Family outside of Varim.

Honorary & Occupational Titles

• Master Chandler


• Adept of the Ordo Magna Mater Misericordiae

Wealth & Financial state

Modest.

Family Ties

Family of Master Chandlers near Varim.

Religious Views

Adapt of Ordo Magna Mater Misericordiae - follower of Maya.

Social Aptitude

Comfortable in public roles, advising the Great.