Karn Tar'Ragan

Race: Human
Class: Bard
Alignment: Lawful Neutral
Date of Birth: 1215, Highcliffe

Appearance:

Karn is a tall, lean man with a regal bearing and athletic build. His features are sharp and angular, with a pointed chin and high cheekbones. He has piercing blue eyes that gleam with intelligence and a hint of cunning. He always carries himself with a sense of confidence and poise, and is often seen dressed in the finest clothing, often adorned with gold and jewels.

Personality:

Karn is a charismatic and ambitious individual. He is skilled at political manipulation, and is able to charm and influence others with ease. He is a master at reading people and playing them to his advantage. Karn is a skilled swordsman, but prefers to avoid direct conflict. He is seen as cold and calculating, but he does possess a sense of loyalty and devotion to his family.

Background:

Karn was born in 1215, the second child of Kylon Tar'Ragan. Growing up in the shadow of his father and older sister, Mytheria Tar'Ragan, Karn always felt overlooked. He quickly learned to turn this to his advantage, using his charm and intellect to make allies and gain favor with the other noble houses and merchant guilds. His skills in politics and diplomacy were honed at a young age and he became a master of manipulation, winning over those who would later become valuable allies. He is skilled in swordplay but prefers to resolve conflicts with his words and wits, thus being able to spare the lives of his men and lessening the chances of endangering any of the merchants and valuable trade deals. 
He may not be as skilled in combat as his sister, but he more than makes up for it with his intelligence and cunning. He is determined to see House Tar'ragan continue to thrive and will stop at nothing to secure his position as heir.


Key Life Events:

  • Being overshadowed by his sister Mytheria in martial matters growing up. This has motivated him to become more politically savvy and he has developed a talent for manipulating those around him to gain favor and advantage.
  • Growing up in the shadow of his father Kylon's reputation and legacy. This has led him to strive to make a name for himself and prove his worth as a potential leader of House Tar'Ragan.
  • Being passed over for leadership roles and responsibilities in the past, due to his sister's greater martial prowess and popularity among the armed forces. This has led him to become more calculating and strategic in his actions, always looking for ways to gain an edge and gain the support of powerful figures and factions.