RIVEN CLOUD-BREAKER
AerielsPrison Warden and Law Enforcer
"I don't enjoy what I do. But someone must do it, and I will not shirk my duty.""
Identity
- Residence
- The Storm-Prison, Caelum's maximum security facility
- Civilization
- Aeriels
Appearance
• Physical: Imposing and intimidating with feathers of storm-grey that seem to crackle with suppressed energy. His eyes are a cold, pale blue that shows no mercy. He moves with the controlled power of someone who knows exactly how dangerous he is. • Clothing: The uniform of his office - reinforced leather in dark colors, marked with symbols of authority. He wears no decoration beyond his badge of office. • Distinguishing Marks: His left wing was damaged in a prison riot and doesn't fold properly. His beak has a small chip from a prisoner who fought back.
Relationships
- Family - His wife left him ten years ago, unable to live with what his job did to him. He has a daughter he hasn't seen in years.
- Allies - A few trusted guards who share his commitment to duty. A reform advocate who shares his belief in rehabilitation.
- Rivals - Prisoners who want him dead. Guards who think he's too soft. Officials who want him to be harsher.
Backstory
Riven was a promising young guard who rose through the ranks through competence and dedication. He's run the Storm-Prison for fifteen years, maintaining order in the most dangerous facility in Caelum. He believes in the law absolutely and sees himself as protecting society from those who would harm it. The weight of his decisions haunts his sleep.
Daily Life
His days begin with inspection of the facility, checking that all security measures are in place. He reviews case files, meets with prisoners, and handles administrative duties. His evenings are spent in his quarters, alone, reviewing the day's events and questioning his choices.
Secret
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Story Hooks
- 1 Riven needs help investigating a conspiracy among his guards to help prisoners escape.
- 2 He's discovered evidence that one of his prisoners is innocent and needs help proving it without destroying his career.