In his youth Severus were a low-ranking battle-mage in several wars. During his time in war, Severus started a rivalry with the half-elf Altralini but also found his best friend during this time , the half-elf Druina. After seeing much death he decided to settle down in a small village with his husband helping the local population with smaller arcane problems. After seeing the recruitment poster for the Vernanian guard and realizing that the hobgoblin threat could destroy his home he went to Vernan, where also his famous adventure began.