Melion Bisclavret
Baron Melion Bisclavret (a.k.a. The Emerald Wolf)
The father of Kathalia Bisclavret
Physical Description
General Physical Condition
Throughout his life, Melion maintained a fit physique, training regularly as a knight, even in his later years. His health deteriorated drastically following the Black Crown Affair.
Body Features
Tanned, weathered skin from a life of active military campaigning. A large, muscular man with graying brown hair.
Facial Features
A rugged face with a well-trimmed beard.
Identifying Characteristics
Walks with a limp, sustained from an earlier injury.
Specialized Equipment
The Ring of Bleiz-Gard, granted to him by the Queen of Summer. It has two stones
Kilstourm, the heirloom Silversteel sword of House Bisclavret
Mental characteristics
Personal history
Adventurous Youth
Melion Bisclavret was the Thirdson of the Baron of Ar Mor Emrodez, his mother a daughter of the Baron of Aleth. Born in the Corsair city, he found his calling in martial tradition, rising through the ranks of the Windguard of Kontelezh Pentevr. During an exploration of the ruins of Nasado with his cousin, the Kont de Bedegraine, Melion discovered the Windship Emerald Storm. Melion restored the vessel, and Melion Bisclavret was the Secondson of the Baron of Ar Mor Emrodez and the daughter of the Baron of Aleth, born in the Corsair City. He rose through the ranks of the Windgaurd of Pentevr, gaining command of the Windship Emerald Storm. Joining his cousin, the Kont of Bedegraine in an expedition to Outremer with the Queen of Logres and the King of Gallia. Melion also took part in campaigns in The Cloth Cities and The Shatterlands, serving with distinction in these campaigns. His lieutenant was Alana Frihep, who served by his side in eachAscension to Baron
While Melion was away, an outbreak of Yellow Plague claimed his father and elder brother. Melion returned to Kab Frehel and was crowned Baron of Ar More Emrodez. He married Alana Frihep, but the marriage quickly fell apart Melion's marriages were less fortuitous than his public life. He first was married to Lady Pivoena Frihep of Dinan, but the relationship ended in disaster. His second wife bore him two children, but she fell sick shortly afterwards and died. He never married again, but had a long affair with a Fjallkonaned noblewoman.Gender Identity
Cisgender Male
Sexuality
Heterosexual. Melion has led an active life, siring 3 children in the course of 2 marriages and a long-term affair with Kathalia's mother.
Education
Melion received an education typical of a nobleman of his standing, largely consisting of a rotation of private tutors and reading. With his family castle of Roc'h Goueon isolated from the large population centers, his upbringing was largely outside of the strict controls of the Southern Church, although many of his tutors were monks and nuns from local abbeys. From the Master-of-Arms of his castle and the head steward, Melion also received training in swordsmanship, riding and etiquette, as befitting a noble of his station. His duties as a lord prevented him from pursuing further advanced education, but he remained well-read until his death, amassing an impressive library in his castle.
Employment
In the service of the Count of Dreger suppressing, and then leading rebellions Melion earned his nickname, the Wolf of Frehel, and a reputation of martial skill. He rarely partook in tournaments, but was distinguished on the field. Upon his father's death, Melion ascended to the rank of Baron of Ar Mor Emrodez, a largely ceremonial post standing watch over the rocky coast, standing vigilant against foreign invasion.
As Baron, he maintained control over a small number of farms and fishing fleets, as well as a quarry of pink sandstone and some mills. He was a respected fixture in the Courts of Landreger and Roazhon, earning the respect of his piers for his keen intellect, personable air and reputation for chivalrous nobilty.
Accomplishments & Achievements
A skilled military leader, Melion Bisclavret served the Count of Dreger surpressing small rebellions against the reign of Duchess Elenore I, then leading uprisings against Yann I in the Broceliande and Northern Ar Mor. His cunning and ferocity earned him the nickname "the Wolf of Frehel", considered one of the Count's most skilled generals.
As Baron, Melion was an accomplished lord, well-liked in the Count of Dreger's Court and Ar Mor Emrodez prospered under his guidance. He expanded his family holdings to west the Arguenon River, as well as renovating and extending his ancestral castle.
His proudest accomplishment however, was his children, a girl, Argantel and a boy, Luc, born to his second wife, and his legitimized bastard Kathalia, born as a result of an affair with a Fjallkonaned noblewoman.
Failures & Embarrassments
Melion's poor judge of character about his first wife in his youth led to a situation in which he was removed from power, presumed dead for several months. Although the marriage was annulled, the betrayal continued to haunt him after he was restored, ultimately leading to his death when he was poisoned by his former lover's agents.
Mental Trauma
Melion was distraught and never recovered upon learning of the excommunication and reported death of his legitimized daughter Kathalia during the Black Crown Affair. He never forgave himself for failing to protect her, nor did he ever learn the truth about her true fate.
Intellectual Characteristics
Melion had a reputation as a patient and caring man, gentle despite his ferocity on the battlefield. A good father and caring lord, he was well liked by his peers, family and staff. However, his past and political allegiances also earned him numerous enemies.
Morality & Philosophy
Melion valued loyalty, honesty and courage to a fault, earning commendations and favour from his lieges, but opening himself to exploitation from malicious parties. Melion strove to be a good man and pass these values on to his children.
Taboos
See Secrets
Social
Family Ties
Melion had 3 children, Argantel, Luc and Kathalia. He was married twice, first to the treacherous Lady Frihep, then to a minor noblewoman from Tregor, who died giving birth to his son, Luc.
Religious Views
Melion was a member of the Southern Church, but was not particularly devout.
Wealth & Financial state
Melion was moderately wealthy, holding a large, but undeveloped fief on land on the Ar Mor Emrodez and obtaining a sizable possession of gold as a result of his military campaigns against the Formorians.
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Other Ethnicities/Cultures
Honorary & Occupational Titles
Baron of Kab Frehel and protector of the Ar Mor Emrodez
Life
1144 SI
1208 SI
64 years old
Circumstances of Birth
The son of the Baron of Ar Mor Emrodez
Circumstances of Death
Murdered by Gidas Frihep
Birthplace
Place of Death
Family
Children
Pronouns
He/Him
Sex
Male
Gender
Man
Presentation
Masculine
Eyes
Blue
Hair
Brown-Red, greying
Skin Tone/Pigmentation
Pale white, slightly tanned.
Aligned Organization
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