Avernathus
Grand Duke Avernathus
Well into his sixties, Grand Duke Avernathus is one of the nation’s nominal grand dukes, holding the highest title but wielding little real power. Avernathus’s senate seat and title are tied to the Porthmos Gap in the east of Taldor—an appointment he was mysteriously gifted by Grand Prince Stavian III . The bequeathal irritated many in the senate; they couldn’t fathom why a minor noble such as Avernathus received such a prestigious, though admittedly impotent, role. The most widely spread rumors tell a damning tale of an ambitious young noble who traded his children for access to ancient magic buried under the Porthmos Gap. The young Avernathus, the story goes, then used his newfound power to strong-arm his way into his position.
In truth, the senator has little interest in the inhospitable territory over which he rules—and even less interest in butting heads with Grand Duke Thestro Briarsmith, the ruthless dictator of Porthmos Prefecture.
Social
Contacts & Relations
Avernathus is acquainted with many of the most well-known high-level spellcasters in one way or another, and he can get the PCs in touch with many tutors and potential allies.
Family Ties
Lacking a family and any ambition for his barren and dangerous territory, Grand Duke Avernathus focuses on passing his wealth of knowledge to newer generations. Despite his arrogance and abrupt personality, he sincerely cares for the futures of Taldor’s young people. He is willing to take on apprentices, though his mix of martial and spellcasting aptitudes means he isn’t specialized in either.
Social Aptitude
Attitude: Friendly
Influence (Knowledge (Nobility) or Sense Motive)
- Knowledge (Arcana)
- Craft (Alchemy)
Mannerisms
Arrogant and abrupt
Alignment
Lawful Evil
Current Location
Species
Honorary & Occupational Titles
Grand Duke of Porthmos Gap, Senator of the Porthmos Gap
Year of Birth
4652
71 Years old
Children
Gender
Male
Eyes
Brown
Hair
Balding White
Height
6'3"
Weight
195 lbs
