Gerard Luciene

Lord Gerard Luciene

Lord Gerard Luciene is the current head of the noble Luciene family and a mid-ranking official in the Holy Church. He is a devout follower of the Radiant King and a member of the Holy Kingdom's 26-person ruling council. He is known for being strict and unforgiving, and he has a reputation for being a harsh leader.
Lord Luciene is the oldest son of the previous head of the family, Lord Alfred Luciene, who passed away when Gerard was in his late twenties. Gerard inherited the family's title and wealth, and he has since worked to maintain and improve the family's status in the Holy Kingdom.
Gerard was married at a young age to Lady Adelaide Veilmont, the daughter of the wealthy Veilmont merchant family from the south-eastern Radiant City. Together, they had three children: Astrid, Arthur, and Henry. Gerard has always had high expectations for his children, particularly his two sons, and he has been disappointed in Astrid's inability to use holy magic. Because of this, he has neglected Astrid in favor of his two younger sons, and he has often been cold and distant towards her.
Despite his stern demeanor, Gerard does care for his family and is deeply devoted to the Radiant King. He often puts the needs of the family and the Church before his own, and he will do whatever it takes to maintain their status and power in the Holy Kingdom.

Mental characteristics

Education

Lord Gerard Luciene received a well rounded education as a member of the nobility in the Holy Kingdom. He was thoroughly tutored in the Luciene region for his primary education, and later attended the Capitol Academy, where he studied history, politics, and theology.
In addition to his formal education, Lord Luciene also received training in the use of holy magic from the Holy Church. As a devout follower of the Radiant King, he has a strong aptitude for holy magic and is considered to be a skilled user of this power.

Personality Characteristics

Motivation

Lord Gerard desires to uphold the teachings of the Church and serve both the Radiant King and the Pope-King of the Holy Kingdom. He wishes to lead the Luciene region to prosperity, and maintain his families wealth and nobility in doing so. It is also critical to him to ensure that his children are raised as devout followers of the Holy Light, as he wishes to have a responsible and powerful successor.

Likes & Dislikes

LIKES:
The Radiant King: Lord Luciene is a devout believer in the Radiant King, and he loves the idea of being guided by a deity who is just and pure. He finds great comfort in his faith, and he is a strong advocate for the Radiant King.
His wife and sons: Lord Luciene deeply loves his wife, Lady Adelaide Luciene, and his two sons, Arthur and Henry. He is proud of their achievements and is committed to supporting them in any way he can.
Being nobility: Lord Luciene takes great pride in his noble status and all that it entails. He enjoys the privileges and perks that come with being a member of the ruling class, and he is committed to upholding the traditions and customs of the nobility.
Fencing: Lord Luciene is an accomplished fencer, and he finds great enjoyment in the art of swordplay. He enjoys practicing his skills and sparring with other accomplished fencers.
Fine cuisine: Lord Luciene enjoys fine dining and is particularly fond of gourmet dishes and exquisite cuisine. He appreciates the artistry and skill that goes into preparing high-quality meals, and he is a discerning food critic.
Fine alcohol: In addition to enjoying fine cuisine, Lord Luciene also appreciates high-quality alcohol. He is particularly fond of fine wines and rare spirits, and he enjoys savoring these beverages in the company of friends.
Cleanliness: Lord Luciene is a stickler for cleanliness, and he expects the people and spaces around him to be well-maintained and orderly. He enjoys the feeling of being in a clean and organized environment, and he takes great care to ensure that his own spaces are always well-maintained.
Calming strolls with his wife: Lord Luciene enjoys taking leisurely strolls on his land with his wife, Lady Adelaide Luciene. He finds these moments of calm and quiet to be refreshing and rejuvenating, and he cherishes the time he spends with his wife.

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DISLIKES
Heresy: Lord Luciene has a strong dislike for heresy and those who practice it. He is a devout believer in the Radiant King, and he sees heresy as a direct threat to his faith and the principles of the Holy Kingdom. He is known for being strict and unforgiving when it comes to heresy, and he is willing to take strong action to stamp it out.
Lawbreakers: Lord Luciene is a strong advocate for law and order, and he has a deep dislike for those who break the laws of the Holy Kingdom. He believes that those who break the law should be punished to the full extent of the law, and he is known for being strict and unforgiving in this regard.
Rude commoners: As a member of the nobility, Lord Luciene has a certain sense of entitlement and expects to be treated with respect and deference. He has a strong dislike for commoners who are rude or disrespectful to him or other members of the nobility, and he is known for being cold and distant towards those who fail to show the proper respect.
Storybooks: Lord Luciene has a strong dislike for storybooks and other forms of fiction. He believes that these works are frivolous and unimportant, and he sees no value in reading them. He also views his daughter Astrid's love of storybooks as a reflection of her lack of magical abilities and sees it as further evidence of her inadequacy.
Disorganization: Lord Luciene values order and cleanliness, and he has a deep dislike for disorganization and messiness. He is a stickler for cleanliness and organization, and he finds disorganized spaces to be highly distressing. He is known for being meticulous and detailed.
Drunkenness: While Lord Luciene enjoys fine alcohol, he also recognizes the dangers of overindulgence. He dislikes drunkenness and sees it as a sign of weakness and poor self-control. He is quick to reprimand those who become drunk in his presence, and he expects them to maintain a level of sobriety at all times.
Disobedience: Lord Luciene is a firm believer in the importance of obedience, and he has little patience for those who defy authority or break rules. He views disobedience as a sign of weakness and disloyalty, and he is quick to punish those who defy him.
His daughter Astrid: Lord Luciene has an aversion toward his daughter, Astrid, due to her inability to use holy magic. In the Holy Kingdom, the ability to use holy magic is highly valued, and those who are unable to use it are often neglected and mistreated. Because of Astrid's lack of holy abilities, Lord Luciene has often been cold and distant towards her, and has neglected her in favor of his two younger sons. He sees her inability to use holy magic as a failing on her part. He also views her obsession with storybooks as a sign of her indifference to her own reality and lack of holy abilities, further irritating him.
Threats to his nobility: Lord Luciene takes great pride in his noble status and all that it entails. He is fiercely protective of his family's position and power, and he has a strong dislike for anything that threatens their status as members of the nobility. He is willing to do whatever it takes to protect and maintain his family's position, and he is known for being determined and uncompromising in this regard.

Honorary & Occupational Titles

Lord of the Luciene Region

Age

38

Family

The Luciene Family

Pronouns

He/Him

Sex

Male

Eyes

Green, serious

Hair

Short, neat, sandy blonde

Skin Tone/Pigmentation

youthful, smooth, ivory

Height

6'0"

Weight

180lbs

Ruled Locations

• The Luciene Region