Volkier, the sixth Primarch of The Sun, stands apart from his brethren in both origin and nature. Unlike the other Primarchs, who were fashioned by Malekith from the twisted remnants of The Great Serpent's ribcage and fallen Solir, Volkier was born mortal—a warrior of unparalleled skill and renown. Hailing from the fledgling Serrakhan Sultanate, his name became legendary across The Sands of Serrakhan for his unmatched prowess as a duelist, earning the moniker "The Unbroken Blade".
Duelling with Divinity
Volkier's widespread reputation eventually drew the ire of Malekith, who sought to test the mortal's mettle. When Volkier stood against the self-proclaimed Sun God, he proved his worth in a battle of both strength and honor, holding his own in a duel that pushed even Malekith to exert himself. Though ultimately bested, Volkier’s courage and skill earned Malekith's begrudging respect. Instead of being slain, Volkier was offered a choice: to become one of the Primarchs of the Sun, gaining immortality and immense power, but at the cost of his humanity.
Volkier accepted the offer—but only under one condition: he would retain his honor as a warrior and be free to continue battling for eternity, seeking the one opponent who could finally best him in a fair and honorable duel. Malekith, amused by the mortal’s resolve, granted his request and transformed him into a Primarch, infusing him with celestial strength and an eternal hunger for combat.
The Dauntless Duelist
Volkier differed greatly from his Primarch brethren. While the others were bound by Malekith’s will and driven by insatiable greed, cruelty, or madness, Volkier retained a sense of integrity and honor. He did not revel in slaughter or seek to impose Malekith’s dominion—his sole desire was to duel worthy opponents and test his skill against the best warriors the realms had to offer. His half-plate armor gleamed like burnished gold, and he wielded a longsword and a hand-crossbow, weapons that reflected his balanced yet precise combat style. His stern face, bright yellow eyes, and short black hair framed his visage, a reminder of the mortal man who had once stood against a god.
The Final Duel
In the Fifth Age, Volkier was released from his slumber alongside the other Primarchs during The Sunsations' accidental activation of the Temple of the Seven Suns. While his brethren sought to fulfill Malekith’s schemes, Volkier’s path diverged. He saw in Kairus the Brass, a warrior with unyielding spirit and mastery of combat, the opponent he had sought for countless centuries.
The duel between Volkier and Kairus was a spectacle of raw skill and power, a clash of wills that tested both combatants to their limits. Volkier fought with precision and cunning, his longsword moving like a serpent’s strike, but Kairus’s resilience and determination proved to be his equal. After a grueling battle, Kairus landed the decisive blow, narrowly emerging as the victor.
A Warrior’s Honor
Unlike the other Primarchs, whose immortal forms would regenerate endlessly unless bound by the Dawn Device, Volkier made a different choice. Acknowledging Kairus as his equal and finally finding the match he had sought for eons, Volkier chose to embrace death rather than continue an endless cycle of regeneration and torment. With a solemn bow, he willingly passed into the afterlife, his spirit finding peace at last.
Kairus honored Volkier’s legacy by ensuring his remains were treated with dignity, symbolizing the mutual respect between two warriors who had tested each other to the fullest. Volkier's passing marked the end of his chapter but left behind a legacy of honor and skill that would be remembered for generations.
Legacy
Volkier’s tale is a rare and somber testament to the enduring strength of honor, even amidst the corruption of Malekith’s Primarchs. His name is whispered with reverence among warriors, a reminder that even in the darkest times, the pursuit of truth and integrity can shine through. The Ruins of Twinstone, where Volkier met his final match, have become a pilgrimage site for duelists and scholars who seek to honor his memory and learn from his legacy.
Though he was forged in the fires of Malekith’s ambition, Volkier transcended his origins, proving that even the most formidable forces of darkness cannot extinguish the light of a true warrior’s spirit.