Onyxis Family/Claude

Description

Claude Onyxis is a tall and muscular man, standing at six feet, two inches tall and weighing 220 lbs, the vast majority of which is toned muscle. He has fairly short hair, although it is not kept so short that his scalp may be seen. Despite his size and muscular build, he does not look intimidating unless he is specifically trying to (and even then he sometimes fails). His eyes are brown, and are generally seen as warm and welcoming. If not at home or attending a social event, he is rarely seen without his brass-colored armor on, and when he is so armored he always carries his sword on his belt and his heraldic shield. Although his age is beginning to creep up on him, he looks to be probably twenty years younger than he actually is.

Claude's Life

Time in Morek

Claude's career started in the Morek Empire as a knight. During this time he participated in many battles against rogue forces in the southern portion of the nation as well as battles against enemies in the North. He participated in the siege against Storms Keep during the war, but generally found fighting the beasts to the south a way he could more effectively use his skills. Eventually he was named Earl of Fatexna, and decided to join the colonists who would come to form the nation of Swordfell.

Time in Swordfell

Before the founding of Swordfell, Claude was elected to be its first Overseer. He is also attributed with the creation of the nation's demonym, Fellish. He attempted to remain uninvolved in the Mud Crisis of 21 YD, although he eventually came down firmly on the side of Bowie Ironsides. In the winter referendum of 23 YD, he was associated with the sheaths faction, favoring neutrality in the conflict between the realms of D'Hara and Luria Nova. In 24 YD he was elected the Chancellor of the realm, and in the Winter of 25 YD he was elected as the Lord Imperator of the Republic of Swordfell. During his term he has struggled with issues such as appointing a new Duke of Sol after the disappearance of Duke Bowie, fighting off the global rogue invasion, and dealing with the diplomatic issues caused by the defection of the region of Tamirak to Swordfell from Corsanctum.

Claude as an Individual

Personality

Claude is known to be a fellow who is rather slow to move. This is not at all a result of being a slow individual, but rather is a result of caution. He is not quick to endorse an idea before it has been proven enough to convince him of its legitimacy, but after it has so proven he will support it fully and without reservation. However, this caution does not mean he is a boring individual. He entertains many hobbies, although most notably these include training and drinking. In his interactions with others, he attempts to be welcoming and open-minded. He is slow to anger with those with whom he disagrees, and is quick to friendship with those he likes.

Religion

Throughout his life Claude has been a believer in the Church of Sanguis Astroism. Amongst this religion, he feels most in tune with the Auspicious Star. However, while he supports the practice and spread of the Church, he is usually not in favor of Theocratic way of thinking, preferring the ideas of Religion and Realm to be separate.

Combat

Claude practices a unique style of fighting that utilizes his shield as an offensive as well as defensive weapon. Although it is not readily apparent, Claude is left-handed, yet chooses to wear his shield on his left hand as if he were right-handed. This leads to a style in which opponents will often find themselves bludgeoned with his shield more often than they are attacked by his longsword.