Several years later, chiraki sightings spread throughout the
Nine Skies. Tham’Urri took Xander and Sandrah to investigate the area. They couldn’t find the source as Empress
Keiko locked the impact area down. When the empress’s sister
Saeko questioned the apprentices’ competence, Xander scoffed.
“You’d be surprised how much you learn in the Abyss.’’
Xander became a renowned hunter. Words of his unorthodox methods spread through the Chiraki Abyss. Many doubted their validity, but Xander’s perseverance and effectiveness proved them wrong.
Voice
Xander can’t whisper. He has a screechy, ear-piercing voice that constantly switches pitch. Xander often uses sign language during hunts.
Married Life
Tham’Urri’s two apprentices were soon smitten with each other. Xander took a throat cartilage from datvkura, a chiraki caught in the ninth layer, dipped in gold and proposed to Sandrah. She immediately headed towards the Abyss and, after several months, gifted the same gold-covered chiraki ring.
The couple hunted in unison and frequently ventured to the chasm’s depths. As they were reaching the thirteenth layer, Sandrah showed signs of pregnancy. The pair carried on and defeated chiraki
Acacia. Acacia wounded Sandrah and, weakened, she fell upon the ascent.
One day, Guli blamed Xander for Sandrah’s death. The Legendary Hunter answered by breaking his jaw.
Several years later, Xander heard stories of the elusive
Weaver, a chiraki woman carrying a toddler and decimating anyone trying to harm them. He suspects the Weaver to be Sandrah and wants to find her.
The Curse
Xander never shares what he saw in the thirteenth layer.
“Despite the warning, the dunce gathered everyone in the Horseback and began blabbering. All people could remember after seeing his beaten-up corpse was an instinctual urge to kill him. No one was sure who landed the last punch and none recalled his tale. So fledgeling, I ain’t telling. Go and see it yourself!”
Missing Finger
Xander misses his left ring finger. Many hunters share theories, the most popular being Acacia biting it off. When asked, he replies,
“I’m a hunter, not a dancer!”
Potions and Experiments
Xander became a skilled potion brewer. His chiraki-reversing potions, healing accelerators, energy amplifiers, luring substances and analgesics are unparalleled. Aware of the addictive properties and withdrawal symptoms, he is cautious about excessive potion intake. Xander isn’t against experimenting on his own body.
“Hey! Tham’Urri! You aren’t rusty, are you?”
“What now?”
“My eyes turned yellowish, sooo could you take a piece of my liver so I can experiment on?”
“... Alright.”
Notable Relationships
Family
Xander doesn’t miss his family and is sure they haven’t noticed his absence.
Sandrah
Xander loved Sandrah’s similarly unconventional hunting methods and thrill-seeking nature. The two kept each other’s backs, always venturing into the chasm together. News of her pregnancy delighted Xander, but he wondered how a child would survive Abyss’s mutagenic air and handle reversing potions.
Sandrah’s loss crushed Xander, and he felt guilty for failing to protect her. But Weaver’s sightings ignited hope. Xander thinks if she has retained her intelligence and self, there’s a chance to help her.
If not, Xander considers killing the Weaver his responsibility. Yet, the legendary hunter doubts his ability to do so.
Akash
Xander became close to
Firozi dharaat Akash. Together with Tham’Urri, Akash taught him medicine and potion-brewing. He has great respect for the skilled hunter's physical prowess and expertise in all six dharaat magic.
As a fellow Legendary Hunter, Xander can freely talk to Akash without fearing Abyss’s curse.
Tham’Urri
Xander respects the mentor and is thankful for his teachings. He frequently asks for Tham’Urri’s guidance when encountering unfamiliar chirakis.
Baltaan
Xander found Baltaan’s inn comforting and opened a shop on its second floor. He could buy a house, yet prefers renting rooms to support his friend. Xander enjoys Baltaan’s singing and joining frequent bar fights when in the mood.
Saeko
When Saeko entered Chiraki Abyss, the Legendary Hunter didn’t believe her identity. Why would the empress’s arrogant sister jump into a filthy chasm? After hearing her tale, Xander reassured how everyone had their reasons to hunt. He helped Saeko adjust to the Abyss and respected her adaptability.
Yeronime
The apprentice’s pompous nature annoys Xander. He wants the young shah to realise how Abyss differs from the rich and lavish life he’s used to. He finds Yeronime’s disgust and fear of even the most harmless chirakis humorous.
I hope his parents are able to achieve their dream of making a soccer team.
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