Aedan Pineblossom
| Title(s) | Khari'cerr of the Mystical Empire of Mitrona |
| House | Pineblossom |
| Born | 1342 AFS |
| Spouse | Aiswyth Pineblossom |
| Offspring | Elmyra Pineblossom |
| Realm(s) | The Mystical Empire of Mitrona |
| Race | Wood Elf |
| Culture | Elven |
Physical Description
Cirrim Aedan Pineblossom, also known simply as Aedan Pineblossom, is a 6'5" (195 cm) tall Wood Elf with blonde hair, green eyes, and amber-colored skin. He is often seen wearing green robes over a white tunic. A former mercenary and Tri'cilus of the Mystical Empire, Aedan is a skilled warrior with a muscular build missing his right ear.
Characteristics
Aedan preferred to be in the wild rather than in the city. However, his position has made him spend the majority of his time in the city instead. He prefers to not interact with people due to his past and early life. Feeling constrained in his decisions he is cautious and prefers to stay in the palace, unlike his predecessors. Many people tend to perceive him as unpleasant. He has a reserved nature and doesn't seem to engage in social interaction with others beyond his small group of friends. This causes him to come across as unapproachable to some.
History
Early Life
Born in 1342 AFS in the southern parts of the Myln Arbor Aedan is the oldest sibling in his family with three younger siblings, his youngest brother being Relvis Pineblossom. His father had a clear favorite son and it wasn't him. No matter what he did, his father's love always seemed out of reach. Instead, it was bestowed to Relvis. On the other hand, his mother adored him. To prove himself he began venturing into the Myln Arbor to hunt ferocious beasts, at 70 he sought to prove his worthiness to his father before enlisting as a warrior of the Woodland Kingdom.
Mercenary Years
However, Aedan followed his brother Relvis and joined the Qipchaqi Qhaganate, a mercenary group, after his brother left the Myln Arbor to seek military work abroad be it due to either inaction or boredom. Despite the challenges posed by the harshest battles and scenarios, he fearlessly served under various banners including the Enlightened Kingdom of Luminion during his time with the Qhaganate. However, during his work abroad his mother, while studying voidal effects on the forest went missing and was never found as her disappearance remains a mystery to both Aedan and Relvis. Aedan’s father could do nothing but venture into the forest discovering that she was ambushed and killed by Satyrs. As his father acknowledged this his honor forced him to leave in search of revenge leaving the family heirlooms to Aedan. Whatever the reason, his father never returned, yet Aedan could no longer serve abroad and filed leave returning home to the glade since his brother and sister at home were not as responsible as his Aedan initially thought, unlike Relvis proved to be. As he took on the responsibility of looking after his younger siblings, he continued to prepare for his Trials. Despite the added pressure and stress, he remained focused and determined, practicing every day. When the day of the Trials finally arrived, he approached each challenge with calm confidence, knowing that he had put in the hard work and dedication required to succeed. And sure enough, he passed.
Under Solana's Reign
Aedan journeyed back to the Myln Arbor. He was approached by Khari'cerr Solana Faestra, who had a proposition for him. She offered him the chance to become the position of Tri'cilus. To gain the position, Aedan would have to duel against Acheron, the current Tri'cilus, and emerge victorious. After giving it some thought, however, Aedan decided to take up the offer. However, he chose to retain his position in the Qipchaqi Qhaganate. Subsequently, he made his way to Mitrona, where he began to adapt to city life. While in Mitrona, he attended the wedding of Rennyn Faestra Solana’s son and Lazerus Al-Amamion. It was brought to his attention that Mythanthar Vidarr, the previous Khari'cerr, wished to duel Solana to regain his position losing the duel. Aedan left to visit his siblings. Upon returning he was surprised to find a letter from the Qhaganate to return due to increased tensions between Mitrona and Luminion. Instead of leaving Mitrona, he chose to remain there until he received news of war breaking out. Only then did he flee Mitrona along with Relvis.
Becoming Khari'cerr
After learning that Mythanthar Vidarr had regained the throne to become the next Khari’cerr once more and the war was over, he returned to Mitrona and swore his loyalty to Mythanthar. Aedan was content, often visiting the local tavern as well as overseeing the military in Mitrona training his troops. It was during a training session, Aedan noticed and approached an Attian woman sitting at a nearby campfire. She introduced herself as Aiswyth, and they struck up a conversation where he discovered the lady was actually a wood elf. Aedan and Aiswyth's conversation would start a relationship and the two got married having three children, Alois, Elmyra, and Elion. While serving as Tri'cilus, Aedan Pineblossom aided in enforcing the banishment of citizens from Zadh-Nadrozz and Krisa Amadeus. However, he was faced with a difficult situation when he witnessed a fight between Mythanthar and Caligo Opale in front of the Mitrona church, with a crowd gathered around them. Mythanthar ordered Aedan to intervene, and he was forced to finish off the tiefling. This decision still weighs heavily on him and he deeply regrets it. Aedan took notice there was an opportunity for him to become a successor to Mythanthar and the leader of the nation he held dear. A tournament was held with Aedan going against three other opponents. After a long and hard fought 2 duels Aedan ultimately emerged as the winner being crowned as the next Khari’cerr of the Mystical Empire in a ritual. With his newfound position, Aedan found himself holding a banquet to celebrate a new chapter in Mitronan history.
Trivia
- Aedan was called Wheat Hair in his younger years due to his blonde hair.
- A Netherite Battleaxe is Aedan’s weapon of choice.
- During his time as Tri’cilus he was kicked out from spectating a duel of magic in Luminion by his now friend Eldrion Aedaere.
- Aedan’s favorite food is Honey crepes.