Orion Loralei
Description
Orion boasts more elven heritage than human in his general appearance. The handsome and fair-skinned half-elf retains the broader shoulders and build than his longer-lived parentage, however. He looks no older than twenty and cuts his black hair short save for longer than usual bangs. Flashing green eyes are bright with joy and excitement for life. Clearly, he did not grow up ill-treated. Orion wears a long shirt of fine chain links, complete with a steel cap. A round wooden shield rests on his left arm. A long sword is sheathed on his side while a short bow is in easy reach on his back with his other lightly packed gear. A leather bull whip is wound with the handle in reach on his backside as well. But the most prominent instrument that will fly to Orion's hands is a small lute, the stringed instrument rustic -- and in his hands, so much more.
History
Born in 878, Orion Loralei had the good fortune of being raised by two loving parents in the well-governed city of Ursine. His father was a human soldier and his mother was a gentle elfmaiden his father rescued from bandits. Dwelling in the heart of Artos, Orion grew up appreciating what law and order could do for society. It enabled him to pursue his musical talents, for one! He studied in the Bardic University of Elenia and graduated with a pliable trade. He bid his folks farewell and took to the open road in search of adventure and heroes or nobles to write songs for (and hopefully get paid for it!). His travels took him west, towards his mother's homeland of Chrystana. He looked forward to expanding his musical repertoire amongst the elves.
Personality
As bright as the star for which he was named, Orion is eager, young, and good-natured. Unlike many half-elves, he embraces his dual nature and tries to put both sides of his ancestry to good use. Perhaps due to his upbeat nature and handsome charms, he has yet to really be rejected by either society. But chances are that whichever group of people reject Orion will not dampen his spirits. They'll just provide fodder for a satirical work!
Goals
Orion shall pursue the Bard class to mastery (20th level) before considering any cross-classing. He might take up the Horizon Walker prestige class.
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