ORION HUNT-MASTER
AerielsBeast Hunter and Wildlife Expert
"I don't hunt for glory. I hunt because something must keep the balance.""
Identity
- Residence
- The Wild Reaches, Caelum's frontier
- Civilization
- Aeriels
Appearance
• Physical: Rugged and scarred with feathers of mottled brown-green that blend with the wilderness. His eyes are a sharp amber that tracks movement instantly. He moves with the predatory grace of a hunter. • Clothing: Practical gear designed for wilderness survival - camouflage patterns, reinforced leather, numerous weapons. Everything shows signs of heavy use. • Distinguishing Marks: His wing feathers are clipped short for ground hunting. He has numerous scars from beast encounters. He always carries trophies from his most dangerous kills.
Relationships
- Family - He has no close family ties, having dedicated his life to the wilderness. He has no mate or children.
- Allies - Fellow hunters who share his respect for nature. Settlements that depend on his protection.
- Rivals - Other hunters who compete for prestige. Those who hunt for sport rather than necessity.
Personality
- Traits: Capable and self-reliant, genuinely respects his prey, surprisingly philosophical, deeply connected to nature
- Mannerisms: Tracks constantly, speaks in hunting metaphors, becomes restless in civilization
- Voice: Low and controlled, with the authority of someone who survives by his skills.
Backstory
Orion has spent his life hunting the dangerous creatures that threaten Caelum's settlements. He knows the wilderness better than anyone and has faced beasts that would kill lesser hunters. He respects his prey and kills only when necessary, seeing himself as maintaining balance rather than conquering nature.
Daily Life
His days are spent in the wilderness - tracking beasts, studying their behavior, protecting settlements. He spends weeks at a time away from civilization, living off the land. His rare returns to society are for resupply and reporting.
Secret
Orion has discovered that something is driving the beasts into Caelum's settlements - something unnatural that's disturbing the wilderness. He's been tracking the source while trying to protect the settlements.
Story Hooks
- 1 Orion needs help investigating what's driving beasts into settlements.
- 2 He's been hired to hunt a particularly dangerous beast and needs help tracking it.
Narrative Value
Orion provides access to wilderness areas and beast lore. His discovery about the beast disturbances is a plot hook. His hunting skills are valuable in dangerous situations. ═══════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════