Name Ehsan Vrityr
Aliases "Veneficus"(Meaning 'sorcerer' in Athalien), "Moale Li'morté" (Given by the mortals of Athal. A creature of legend. Grim reaper.)
Gender Male ♂
Age Hundreds, possibly thousands of years old
Size #16
Species Cag; a species native to the planet Athal. A hybrid of multiple different species with an inherent capability of using magic.
Set Nightfall pelt, yellow luchador mask, butterfly antlers, mini spell


A mysterious necromancer who unintentionally opened a portal to the Forest from his home planet. For many centuries he resided in a massive, sprawling, and completely alien jungle of which no life dared enter, occupied only by what began there. Isolated from civilization and almost devoid of contact from his species, in a world all his own, and in a world far from that of the Forest. His home was deadly and feared by all due to it's overabundance of dangerous magic, a matter he has expertly learned to harness and is entwined with his body and soul.
A legend, a myth, a fable to his own kind, but not a person. A fact which has festered an intense fixation and obsession on mortal life. Their emotions, their lives, passions, sufferings. Just as intangible to him as he is to any one of them, and yet there is the longing to be.

The Forest was his first experience of consistent contact and connection with other intelligent life. The first time company and interaction was a daily expectation, not just a monthly, yearly, or even decadely encounter with those rare few brave enough to venture near. A chance to be real.
Something which, despite his interminable yearning to be 'human', has managed to instill a loneliness within unlike anything he had ever felt alone. A sensation that would permeate his existence forevermore, and somewhere deep, a haunting regret lies.

In Depth

Personality
quirky, eccentric, introverted, antisocial, reserved, aloof, one track mind, determined, obsessive, secretive, unsettling, zealous, doting, old-fashioned, articulate

Homeworld
• Comes from the planet of Athal. Born and currently makes his home in a vast jungle named Sinikka. The foliage and trees are almost impenetrable by most Athaliens, thus making it's tunnels and caverns incredibly rich in raw magic.

• Lives in a tunnel/den leading to a small cavern where he stores his supplies, food, and other necessities. The walls are laden with amethysts/crystals here and there. There are small tunnels shooting off of the main chamber. They all result in a dead end but are useful for storing and organizing certain materials.

• In the main chamber there is a small bonfire. Depending on Ehsan's activities there may be an iron spit hanging over the top, typically in order to dry ingredients or create potion blends. Occasionally used to cook/roast meats.

• The longest tunnel branch gradually dips down into the earth and holds a cooler temperature. This is where Ehsan stores and grows mushrooms and other fungi and also evidently where the portal to The Endless Forest opened up.

• The Forest portal can be accessed by touching a particular misshapen crystal. It appears to be a physical manifest of the portal, likely created by a chemical interaction of a suddenly large index of raw magic. Over time and the more Ehsan uses this portal it will begin to glow an eery blue.

• Ehsan is actually a fabled being in his homeworld, at the center of Sinikka. It is believed he will capture those that stray too close to the jungle and lead them to their deaths. This myth is often a means of keeping children whom live nearby the edges of the jungle from exploring it's depths, however most undoubtedly carry the fear of the jungle into their adulthood. Some perceive the jungle to be the representation of death itself, the gateway to the afterlife.

• Nobody knows who the legendary sorcerer really is, or could be. It is said that they are an all powerful warlock, likely an ancient being who still speaks the Old Tongue; En'dievtrilsanc. This creature is perceived as a god of Jiovenont; the undead, roughly translating to 'having never quite lived as we have'. Seen as purely fantastical myth, the government does not explore this fable, however they have longed to penetrate Sinikka to reap the boundless raw magic it contains. Mortals of Athal have given this legend the name of Moale li'morté.

• In truth, the legend holds some accuracy. Sinikka, being vastly uncharted, is a source of wonderment for many mortals. Thus, some are destined to venture inside against their (and everyone else's) better judgement. When these people ultimately succumb to any manner of demise.. starvation, disease, injury.. he will find them and wait for death to come, reaping their souls for his own affairs before they have the chance to pass on to the afterlife. He is perceived as a dark deliverer of sorts, though in reality, is more an opportunist. Those whom he claims will never see the other side, no matter what awaits.

• In the eyes of the government, Ehsan would be seen as ATHAL'S MOST WANTED. That is... if they knew of him. Raw magic has strict laws and regulations on collection and consumption. Civilians must have stringent licenses in order to even be allowed near deposits of this resource. Pirating it is punishable by death.

Appearance
• Canid face, unique from most Earthling species. Somewhat resembles a mix between a fox, african painted dog, or maned wolf.

• Long drooping ears with dark tufts at the tip. Ears may rise to roughly a 90 degree angle but no higher.

• Voluminous cheek and neck fluff tapering down to actual hair. Typically in braids.

• Canid paws with long, sharp claws. Double dewclaws.

• Lower half blends to a cervine form. Hind legs contain the bones of a deer with slightly longer femoral bones to accommodate posture and stance. Hooved.

• Has two sets of horns atop his skull. One small set of prongs in front. Behind those are long horns in a sort of shallow 'U' shape. Branches into three tines at the end in a triangular shape. Between these three tines are foreign growths that glow a brilliant blue. The souls that Ehsan 'plays' with are attracted to the light of these growths. The souls reflect it and are distinguishable to the naked eye Ehsan also uses the light as a way to locate raw magic, as it also reflects.

• Face is an orange/sienna color, tapering down his neck eventually into a thin line. This line forms a sort of cross at the base of his neck where another line intersects. The line continues down his chest and fades away under his sternum. Many spots along his neck and especially on his torso/sides. Tail & cheek fluff is marked as well with this color. These orangey/scarlet/sienna markings glow very dimly, only noticeable in very dark conditions, a trait of the creatures native to Sinikka.

Jewelry & Accessories
• Leathery 'choker'-like band around his mid-neck. This is actually a pouch in the front and is used to store ingredients on his missions to collect materials.

• A black thread is draped around his lower neck. Many black feathers are attached and lie over his shoulders, while at the base of his neck a small bird skull hangs down. This thread is decorated with glowing blue beads. Beside the bird skull are 3 wing bones on each side. A similar black thread is strung around his horns.

Magic

• Ehsan is a necromancer, funneling all of his time, energy, and brainpower into perfecting his chosen witchcraft. His time is spent constantly learning and experimenting with different ingredients and fetishes, and figuring out how to mold raw magic to his advantage. When Ehsan ventures outside, it's typically to find more compounds for his practice. He is obsessive over his art.

• Secondarily, Ehsan dabbles in illusion, typically in order to use it as a tool to fund his research. He primarily plays with apparition and subjective realities.

• Being a Cagodergon, Ehsan is inherently capable of using magic. However, on his native planet of Athal there exists an extremely powerful substance referred to as raw magic. This substance is found typically far down in the heart of the planet, and is mined exclusively by the government for machinery and energy as it is exceptionally dangerous to the average mortal. When consumed, there are two outcomes. Death.. or immortality and a vastly heightened magical acuity.

• Because Ehsan has lived his life almost constantly exposed to copious amounts of raw magic, he has lived significantly longer than the average Athalien. Alongside this his magic is far more powerful; one reason why he has continued to live so removed from civilization. It's very possible he is now immortal to an extent, unable to age or be killed by disease or the elements. It may take another greatly powerful being or one more powerful than him to end his life.

• Carries the entrapped souls of the deceased in the paranormal orbs inset in his horns. They become attracted to the light and magic exuded from them and are then confined and linked to his own soul. These can be seen floating around him as glowing blue orbs. Once a soul is collected, it can be carried with Ehsan and transported into the body of a recently expired body, or used as fodder for his research. The latter is the only practice he's ever used with them when they leave him. Souls can be linked to Ehsan eternally if he desires, existing in a sort of purgatory. The ones that have stayed with him longer glow brightest and strongest while newer souls remain quite small and diminished. They can sometimes be difficult to see beneath the light of the oldest.

• Is capable of seeing into the past lives of any of the souls in his possession; experiencing their emotions, thrills and shadow. Has spent copious hours delving into memories that are not his own. Understands what it is to feel many things; a first love, the birth of a child. Anger, dread, and mourning. Has seen all these things through the eyes of another, though still feels a certain dysfunction from it all in his own mind. Finds it difficult to imagine himself in similar situations of intense emotion or connection. Is occasionally overcome with feelings of discontent and deep depression due to these experiences, but is most often exhilarated and interested in the lives of others completely different from himself. Quietly believes that he will never be able to live life the same way. Has a significant detachment from society partially due to this, in fact he's become entirely addicted to the process.

Connections

Jasper
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Liathe
Ao’miiIn Athal, Liathe was just one of Voxiox's crew. A scout and seeker, often sent ahead of the group to see if the Necromancer was home before Vox would make a house call. Perceived her as a friendly soul, and occasionally would indulge in gossip and chatter with her. Came to find her a companion, though little more. That is, until Ehsan stumbled upon the Forest. Liathe was the first familiar soul he discovered in an unfamiliar world. Has been comforted and doted upon by the fellow cag, lead around and shown a brand new world. Since he has been present in the Forest, Ehsan has bonded with her far more than he ever imagined. A charge and fond friend. Cares for her deeply and holds a platonic love. Has vowed to protect and do right by her; not many have had the honor.

Voxiox
Business partner, AmiFirst met the pirate back in Athal, having been discovered by him through the legend of Moale li'morté. Has since developed a business proposal. Ehsan provides Voxiox with raw magic, and in return receives valuable fetishes, tomes, and other bewitchment from around the world. Holds a mutual respect for him and is curious to learn more of his life in the Forest.

Fletcher
Friendly, Unspoken companionshipCame to know him through Liathe. Has failed to have a significant chat with him, though spends most of the days by his side. Feels no discomfort in this implicit relationship. Views him somewhat as a source of warmth and protection, and knows that Liathe holds the male in high favor.

Limaria
Babysitter to, Playmate, ChargeCame to know the child through Rakna, having met her and her brother the day they were born. Quickly bonded with her and has since accidentally been adopted as her caregiver when mom is absent. Feels a certain responsibility for her safety, even knowing he has no reason to. Tries to keep this tie to the forest alone, and emotions out of the picture, though has already been unsuccessful in that respect.

Nikhil
Acquaintance, CuriousityFeels a sort of pull towards the Incendiary, a fascination, derived from their similar magicks. The two seek each other interchangeably, though Ehsan is not entirely sure why the other would have any desire to offer companionship. Anticipated aggression when he first met him (because he's a creep) but was met with friendly conversation. Has since been an open ear to the stag's misery, a shoulder to cry on. Occasionally drives Nik off with his bluntness and prying, but they end up together again at one point or another, picking up where they left off.

Kettu
Briefly met, Vox's lover Has had little to no conversation with, but interested to hear more about her and Voxiox's relationship. Wishes to be a friend to the Kitsune, but feels an under-lying doubt and distrust.

Rakna
Neighbor, Companion
wuvs her : (

Hikari
Friendly, Companion

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