Recently

Generally has been keeping close to Sub as her pregnancy progresses. Unsettled by how difficult this one seems compared to the last with Sub far weaker than before.

In the late Autumn rather suddenly learned of Nat’s immediate plan to have offspring with Nicolai. Shocked by the immediateness of it all; did have insight into Nathaniel’s thoughts surrounding children and his own offspring but startled by how suddenly they went ahead with it – or at least how little warning he was given.

A week later witnessed the creation of a clutch of ‘eggs’ in the forest. Tried to keep a positive mindset for Nathaniel and his future offspring but ultimately found the event to be soured for several reasons. Felt betrayed by his son seeking the help of outsiders over himself - save a few last-minute questions - in such a delicate matter. Took this as a clear statement that Nathaniel had more trust in Sage and Jay over his own father. Can only wonder what drove the boy to do this; deeply hurt and believes it to be a stupid, reckless and arrogant move on Nathaniel’s part. Already feeling cynical took the lack of an invite to come see the clutch as a further wound to his pride, almost sees it as his son pushing him away, telling him he wasn’t welcome.

However, as Sub’s state began to worsen dramatically in the final weeks of her pregnancy had his mind preoccupied and couldn’t hunt down Nathaniel for much-needed answers. Stuck closely to her side until they eventually made their way to the forest for the birth as planned.

Stayed by Sub through the long and painful labour until his fears came true and it was clear no newborns would arrive as their mother grew ever weaker. Eventually told to tear the children from Sub’s womb to ensure their survival; barely entertained this thought as he watched Sub perish before him.
Struggled to revive her for unknown reasons – blaming himself – and further driven into a grief-stricken frenzy as he attempted again and again to no avail.

In the midst of the chaos visited by a being he was aware was haunting his family for months. Stood back as the younger deity worked some unknown magic on Sub; doesn’t know why he felt right to put faith in her. Simply trusted his heart in this matter as all other options were dead-ended. Doesn’t know what past memories the young deity remembers of him – if anything at all - and his deeds so had refused to entertain discussions on the visitor or what she is with Sub and the children. Is aware that she fears him in some way and yet is drawn back regardless; believes she is here to remind him of his failures and mistakes, a ghost from a time he wishes he could put behind him.

Whatever she did with Sub found the revival process suddenly unobstructed by ulterior factors. Waited to see life return to his wife before passing out from exhaustion – missing the arrival of his twin son and daughter.


Past

Previously entered the forest to a chaotic scene with a clearly unsettled Sub, Jay and Gabriella. Wasn’t able to garner much on what had happened before Anpiel appeared and lead him to a gravely injured Nathaniel lying unconscious on the pond’s shore. Initial anger turned to panic as it became clear how serious his son’s injuries were. Managed to slow the worst of the bleeding before planning to take him out of the forest and to a healer. With Nat regaining some semblance of consciousness had to decide against this plan as the Crane became increasingly agitated and wishing to see his younger siblings. Lead him back to the nest, supporting his son much of the way. Relieved to see Nat calm and even more so upon Sub fetching someone who could help, Sage, a face he recognised from the rally. With Nat now stabilised reluctantly offered to fetch Nicolai from his world (is this character development Cul??) returning as soon as possible after with the man in tow. When not beside Nat and allowing Sage to bandage up the wounds settled to comforting Malachi and Gabriella. Learned from the others that Hammel – someone he had been in a scuffle with before – was responsible. Filled with hatred for the creature and wishes to return the favour someday..

In the days following with Nat now recovering had a talk with Sub finding that they shared the same suspicions and fears. Could confirm that she was indeed pregnant again and found his mood lifted for the first time since the attack. Looking forward to their new offspring’s arrival. With Sub’s ongoing bouts of sickness decided against attending the festival and instead decided to instead focus on celebrating the children’s birthdays. Invited Nat – who brought Nicolai and the hatchlings too – round for dinner and the celebration. Overjoyed to see where his family is now, feels blessed again upon seeing how far they’ve come.

Growing more and more hostile to Anpiel. Learned that he was the instigator of the fight with Hammel and responsible for Nat’s involvement. Increasingly wishing to see Nat break ties with his brother for the trouble he has brought multiple times. Upon learning that Anpiel had brought even more conflict to Nat’s family – this time threatening to tear it apart from the inside – has lost all tolerance for the male.