AURELIUS FLAMEHEART
DrakoniansHigh Mage
"Magic is the universe's language. I'm learning to speak it, one word at a time.""
Identity
- Residence
- The Tower of Eternal Flame, Dragon Spire
- Civilization
- Drakonians
Appearance
• Physical: Aurelius has the bearing of immense magical power, with scales that glow faintly with residual magic and eyes that burn with inner fire. He moves with careful deliberation, aware that his power could destroy everything around him. • Clothing: He wears robes of incredible magical power, embroidered with spells and protective enchantments. His staff is a legendary artifact. • Distinguishing Marks: Magical burn patterns on his skin that enhance his power.
Relationships
- Family - None, his work is his life
- Allies - Fellow mages who share his passion, students who appreciate his teaching
- Rivals - Mages who want his power, officials who want to control him
Personality
- Traits: Brilliantly intelligent, deeply committed to magical study, wary of political involvement, surprisingly humble
- Mannerisms: Channels magic constantly, studies ancient texts obsessively, speaks in magical terminology
- Voice: Resonates with power, can be surprisingly gentle
Backstory
Aurelius is the greatest fire mage in Drakon, having mastered magic that others consider impossible. He's spent his life studying the fundamental nature of fire magic and pushing the boundaries of what's possible. He believes magic should serve knowledge, not politics.
Daily Life
He studies magic in his tower, conducting experiments, teaching advanced students, and maintaining Drakon's magical defenses. He occasionally consults on matters of magical importance but avoids political involvement.
Story Hooks
- 1 Aurelius needs help with a dangerous experiment that could solve the life force problem
- 2 He's being pressured to use his magic for political purposes, and needs help refusing
Narrative Value
Aurelius provides magical knowledge and represents the pursuit of knowledge over power. His discovery creates urgent quest opportunities. ═══════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════