Ajjiro Ryde

Lord General Ajjiro Ryde

Ajjiro Ryde, General of Vector, is a calculating and ruthless military leader whose name is synonymous with fear and efficiency across the Disputed Lands. At 45 years old, his presence commands immediate respect and dread, his reputation built on strategic brilliance and merciless tactics. Trained at the prestigious Deyish Academies and later honed in the militaristic culture of Vector, Ryde’s rise to power reflects not only his skill but also his ability to navigate the treacherous politics of the empire. His loyalty to the Emperor is unwavering, though his private views on faith and morality diverge sharply from the orthodox ideals he outwardly supports. Ryde is a man of contrasts: cold and brutal in battle but fiercely loyal to his soldiers, driven by ambition but also burdened by the sacrifices it demands.

Physical Description

General Physical Condition

Ajjiro Ryde is in excellent physical condition for his age, maintaining a rigorous training regimen. His strength and endurance are a testament to years of discipline.

Body Features

• Broad shoulders with a muscular build.

• Scars across his torso from battles.

• Calloused hands from years of swordsmanship.

Identifying Characteristics

• The Vectoran crest tattooed on his left shoulder.

• A jagged scar running from his left collarbone to his sternum.

Physical quirks

• Cracks his knuckles when thinking deeply.

• Rubs his beard absentmindedly during meetings.

• Always stands with his hands clasped behind his back.

Apparel & Accessories

Armored Uniform: Black plate armor with crimson accents and angular designs, including pauldrons and a high-collared chest plate engraved with the Vectoran crest. Worn with a flowing black cape trimmed in red.

Casual Uniform: A tailored black tunic with crimson embroidery, accompanied by fitted black trousers and polished boots.

Specialized Equipment

Ryde wields a longsword named Duskshear, forged from Vectoran steel and said to hum faintly with energy during battle.

Mental characteristics

Personal history

Ajjiro Ryde was born into a minor noble family in Cranwyke, a coastal Vectoran town in the Emerald Canopy with deep martial traditions. His childhood was shaped by discipline and expectation, his father pushing him to excel both academically and physically. At 13, Ryde’s talent for strategy caught the attention of a Vectoran military leader, who sponsored his education at the Hall of the Swan in the Deyish Academies. There, Ryde honed his mind for warfare, diplomacy, and leadership. Upon graduation, he entered the Vectoran military, quickly distinguishing himself during skirmishes in the northern provinces. His uncompromising methods earned him a position in the Emperor’s personal guard, where he gained the trust and favor of the imperial family. By the time he reached 40, Ryde was promoted to Lord General and is now commanding a campaign in the Disputed Lands and carving out Vectoran dominance through fear and force.

Education

Ryde was formally trained at the Deyish Academies, particularly the Hall of the Swan, which emphasized strategy and statecraft. Later, he furthered his military training in Vector, where he absorbed the empire's ruthless doctrines.

Employment

Ajjiro Ryde rose through the ranks of the Vectoran military on a combination of merit, brutal efficiency, and political savvy. His time as a member of the Emperor’s personal guard solidified his connections within the imperial court, and his ruthless nature earned him trust as someone who could deliver results without hesitation. His promotion to General came after several decisive internal victories that expanded the Emperor's influence, though his methods left a trail of devastation.

Accomplishments & Achievements

• Successfully led forces to victory in the Northern Uprising.

• Personally trained three cohorts of elite Vectoran soldiers.

• Architected the Siege of Anastae, a key turning point in the Disputed Lands.

Mental Trauma

Ryde struggles with recurring nightmares of the lives he has taken, though he refuses to admit any vulnerability. His ruthlessness has created an emotional chasm, leaving him detached and increasingly distrustful of those around him.

Intellectual Characteristics

Ajjiro is highly intelligent, with a mind for long-term strategy and an uncanny ability to predict his enemies’ movements. He values logic over emotion, though this can make him rigid and inflexible in personal relationships.

Taboos

• Publicly questioning the Emperor’s will.

• Displaying weakness or vulnerability.

Personality Characteristics

Motivation

Ajjiro Ryde is driven by loyalty to the Emperor and a belief that Vector’s dominance is the key to stability. His personal ambition is to secure a legacy as the greatest military leader in Vectoran history.

Savvies & Ineptitudes

Strengths:

• Strategic brilliance.

• Fearless in battle.

• Unwavering loyalty.

Weaknesses:

• Inflexible in personal matters.

• Haunted by guilt.

• Distrustful of others.

Likes & Dislikes

Likes:

• Order and discipline.

• Well-forged weaponry.

• Silence.

Dislikes:

• Cowardice.

• Excessive luxury.

• Religious hypocrisy.

Virtues & Personality perks

• Loyal to his cause.

• Pragmatic.

• Charismatic leader.

Vices & Personality flaws

• Ruthlessness.

• Arrogance.

• Emotionally distant.

Social

Family Ties

Unmarried and without children, Ryde has distanced himself from his surviving family.

Religious Views

Publicly an Auralist, Ryde privately questions the divine, leaning toward heretical views that religious belief is nothing more than a tool for control.

Social Aptitude

Ryde is highly formal and reserved, though his charisma as a leader inspires loyalty among his soldiers.

Mannerisms

• Pauses before answering difficult questions.

• Never sits in meetings, always stands.

• Speaks in a measured, deliberate tone.

Speech

Ryde’s voice is deep and resonant, with a sharp edge that conveys authority. He speaks in concise sentences, choosing his words carefully to intimidate or inspire.

Wealth & Financial state

Ryde is well-compensated for his service and owns estates in Vector, though he lives modestly by noble standards.

Current Location

Disputed Lands

Species

Humanity

Ethnicity

Vectoran

Honorary & Occupational Titles

• Lord General of Vector

• Sword of the Emperor

Age

45

Pronouns

He/Him

Sex

Male

Eyes

Piercing dark brown, nearly black, with an intense and unrelenting gaze.

Hair

Dark, streaked with gray; his beard, similarly close-cropped, also flecked with gray.

Skin Tone/Pigmentation

Pale olive with weathered undertones, bearing the marks of stress and exposure.

Height

6'2"

Weight

210 lbs

Quotes & Catchphrases

“Mercy is the luxury of the weak.”

“Victory belongs to the prepared.”

“The sword of Vector cuts cleanly, but deeply.”

Aligned Organization

Empire of Vector