Post by Orin Davenhardt on Sept 5, 2024 12:45:37 GMT -5
[attr="class","text"] [attr="class","header"]ORIN [break]DAVENHARDT "You may not want to be found, but I will find you, Father.." [attr="class","header"]Appearance
Orin is a tall young man with a more muscular and overall mesomorphic physique. He has unruly blonde hair that he often keeps slicked back in an attempt to avoid distractions in battle, though there’s always a tuft that rebelliously sticks out across his forehead. He typically wears practical, minimalist clothing, often opting for short-sleeved shirts, which he says help him feel the mana in the air more easily and aid in focusing his magic. Orin also has a scar over his right eye that looks like a lightning bolt. [attr="class","header"]Personality Orin deeply respects strength in all its forms—a value instilled in him by his father, a former knight. To him, strength isn’t just about power; it’s about character and the will to overcome adversity. He admires those who push past their limits and despises complacency or cowardice. His own experiences—his father’s relentless training and the humiliation of his past—have taught him that true strength requires both resilience and strategy. Driven and disciplined, Orin is committed to proving himself not only to his father but also to himself. He seeks to establish his own identity, free from his family’s complicated history, and to demonstrate that he is more than the product of his upbringing. This determination makes him a relentless fighter who pushes himself harder than most. Though often perceived as intense and reserved, Orin is not without empathy. He has a protective streak for those who strive to improve and will lend his strength to those he deems worthy. However, he is wary of forming close bonds, aware of the pain that betrayal and loss can bring. He values loyalty, integrity, and the duty to protect others, often reflecting on his motivations and striving to reconcile his personal desires with the expectations placed upon him. [attr="class","header"]History For generations, the House of Davenhardt had been respected for their service to the Clover Kingdom. Many members of the family, known for their magical affinities of lightning, plant and occasionally song, served as Magic Knights. Their largest presence was in the Crimson Lions and Azure Deer, where their loyalty and military prowess earned them a solid reputation. However, the Davenhardts never sought glory; they were content to serve and protect the kingdom without fanfare. That changed nearly three generations ago when a series of events involving Orin's grandfather, Makradon, and his father, Brandon, cast a shadow over the family. Makradon Davenhardt, once known among the locals and fellow knights that looked up to him as Makradon the Thunderclap, was one of the fastest and well-respected Magic Knights among the ranks of the Crimson Lions. His mastery over his lightning magic and impressive speed made him a formidable force, just short of the kingdom's most elite warriors of his generation. However, his career was marred by a mission gone wrong. In truth, it was the vice-captain of another squad who made a critical mistake that led to a near-fatal incident during the Diamond Kingdom conflict. Yet, to preserve his own position, the vice-captain used Makradon as a scapegoat, letting him take the blame for his failure. While the details of the mission and overall conflict were kept hidden from the public, rumors began to spread among the nobility due to servants overhearing conversations. Though the Crimson Lions leadership tried to quash these rumors, they persisted, casting doubt on Makradon's honor. Other squads and noble houses began to whisper about the Davenhardt name, and despite Makradon's years of service, the disgrace of the incident followed him until his mysterious disappearance. To this day, no one knows if he died in battle, perished in an accident, was taken by illness, or simply murdered. His absence became yet another unresolved mystery in the Davenhardt's family history. Makradon's son, Brandon Davenhardt, grew up under the heavy weight of his father's tarnished name. Though the worst of the rumors were mostly quashed, the stigma lingered. Brandon, despite being a skilled knight in his own right, was never able to achieve greater opportunities that he felt he rightfully earned due to his dedicated service. Service that he felt would've been more than enough to atone for his father's perceived actions. Still, in his eyes, he was merely passed over by younger knights, who while capable, yes, lacked the experienced he gained, the mettle for leadership that he believed they were not yet ready for. He bitterly attributed it to nepotism, something some other families were fond of even if they didn't outwardly show it. He became desperate, feeling the doors of rejection, the laughs and snorts of disdain all crashing down on him. He just needed one chance to show the Kingdom that the Davenhardts were still here to serve, just as they always had. That chance would come in the form of a dungeon delve. Brandon volunteered to lead a group of freshly recruited knights through the dungeon, with the task being that of recovering a relic. However, he grew frustrated with the greenhorn knights, eventually deciding to venture off by himself, his delusions of glory and redemption blinding him from his task of guiding the young knights forward. His decision led to a catastrophic series of events; his group triggered a few traps, which caused several knights in the group to be injured or outright killed. Worse still, because of the chaos, the relic was lost to the dungeon's defenses, cementing the mission as a complete failure. Brandon's blunder was enough for him to be expelled from the Crimson Lions and have his family formerly stripped of their noble status, the final nail in the coffin for a once strong family's legacy and future. Unable to bear the shame of his actions, Brandon disappeared as well, but not before having a very brief encounter with a woman of common birth. Orin came into the world, born as the son of a common woman, Jeanine, in the town of Nairn. She worked tirelessly to provide for her son and did her best to steer him away from questions about his father, a man she barely knew herself after that one night. From a young age, Orin found that he was a lot stronger than the other kids and he had soon towered over them despite being the youngest of the group. He often got into fights with children who liked to mock him for not knowing his father, which resulted in the strange scar that now remains over his right eye. His magic while unfocused was apparent during fits of anger, emerging as sparks of electricity, signifying his affinity for lightning. At the age of 15, Orin would receive his grimoire along with the other children his age. A simple three-leaf clover grimoire that radiated with his latent power. For the first time in his life, he felt as if he had the choice to forge his own path in life. When he returned home to his mother, he had made a choice, he was going to become a Magic Knight to find his father and bring him home. For the next few years, Orin would train. His motivation being all he needs to keep him focused and unbending in his future quest. He wanted answers and he'd break through any obstacle to find them. It was during this time of training for the selection, that Orin had an encounter with Sol Delothosin, the current captain of the Green Mantis. After observing him from afar, the captain approached Orin and proposed a sparring match.. [attr="class","header"]Magic
MAGIC DESCRIPTION: Orin’s magic is focused around lightning, a powerful and volatile element that enhances his brawler combat style. He channels his lightning magic into creating powerful, concentrated bursts of electrical energy that can be projected outward or used to amplify his strikes. These attacks are designed for close to mid-range combat, where he can deliver lightning-infused punches or kicks, creating shockwaves that disorient or damage opponents. His control over lightning allows him to shape these attacks for maximum impact, focusing on speed and strength rather than elaborate techniques. His approach is straightforward—crush the enemy before they have a chance to react. Orin also uses his lightning magic to enhance his body’s natural abilities. By imbuing his muscles with electrical energy, he boosts his speed, strength, and reflexes, allowing him to fight at peak performance. His strikes become faster and harder-hitting, and his movements are more agile and precise. This reinforcement also provides him with increased durability in combat, helping him absorb damage while maintaining his offensive momentum. Though Orin’s style is focused on brute strength and efficiency, his lightning magic is raw and difficult to fully control, especially during moments of heightened emotion. His unrefined power can occasionally backfire, leading to overexertion or uncontrolled discharges of energy, but this also adds an element of unpredictability to his fighting style. Orin seeks to end battles quickly and decisively, relying on his lightning-enhanced physical prowess and devastating attack creations to overpower his opponents. [attr="class","header"]OOC DISCORD NAME: Dale DID YOU READ THE RULES? Yes FACE CLAIM: Laxus Dreyar from Fairy Tail CHARACTER SLOT #: 2 | [break][break]
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