Mortlock Holtbrind
Mortlock Holtbrind, Anchor of Anchorage Heights and Chair of the Council of Anchors, sees himself as the "boss" of the political machine of Awarth, a man who keeps the city’s grinding gears from tearing themselves apart. A former lawyer, Mortlock mastered the art of manipulation through contracts and negotiation, using words as weapons and wielding the law to serve his ambitions. His rise to power was anything but democratic. It was purchased through alliances with The Argent Accord and The Gnet family, who saw Mortlock as the perfect candidate to safeguard their economic interests.
His platform of “stability and pragmatism” appealed to Awarth’s industrial elite, and Mortlock’s connections ensured a campaign without real opposition. He brokered deals behind closed doors, secured key financial backers, and promised prosperity to those willing to invest in his success. In public, he presents himself as a charismatic orator, deftly navigating the complicated politics of Awarth. In private, he is a calculated operator, ensuring that power flows to those who matter most—himself and his allies.
Yet Mortlock remains bound to the interests of those who placed him in power. The Argent Accord and The Gnet expect loyalty, and their influence shapes his policies and decisions. Mortlock may sit at the helm, but Awarth’s industrial titans steer the ship.
Manipulative, Charismatic, Self-Satisfied
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