Merul Weiss
A beloved member of nobility and a veteran soldier
Baron Merul Weiss (a.k.a. Iron Wall Weiss)
Physical Description
General Physical Condition
Despite his age, Baron Weiss is a surprisingly ferocious man whose body has remained in its prime or near enough that he can fight almost as well as he could back when he was a soldier. He is fit yet aging, and though his body has begun to grow infirm he is still a mountain of a man whose body has been tempered in the crucible of war.
Identifying Characteristics
His trademark steel-grey hair, and sharp jawline.
Special abilities
Though many classify his aptitude for alcoholic consumption as a special ability, Baron Weiss is a military man down to his bones, and has no special abilities beyond his superb martial prowess.
Apparel & Accessories
When not in combat, Baron Weiss's armor was capable of transforming into more comfortable attire such as elegant vests and noble clothes. Despite his wealth, he rarely wore jewelry aside from a ring to signify his marriage, and a simple chain necklace.
Specialized Equipment
As a soldier and General, he wore an unfathomably rare suit of NEMEAN Metal full plate mail and a mighty Tower Shield. This equipment is what earned him his nickname, 'Iron Wall Weiss', due to his unflappable defensive prowess.
Mental characteristics
Sexuality
Heterosexual
Education
Baron Weiss, being a noble, was afforded the best education afforded to Nobility at the Library of Irthir-Ithquent, in Jugantum.
Employment
For many years, Baron Weiss served in Draconia's Military as a Force Commander and Unit Leader during the wars against the Orc hordes as they invaded Draconia. He served as a soldier for decades across half a dozen theaters of war and in as many campaigns, and once he began to age he chose to retire from his life of Soldiery due to the death of his father and take up the mantle of ruling the Weiss estate.
Accomplishments & Achievements
Due to his accomplishments during his life as a soldier, Baron Weiss was awarded with the Dragonic Emblem, the highest military honor a Draconian Soldier can receive. He was instrumental in the Battle of Bulgaen Valley in the last war against the Orc hordes, and saved the lives of thousands with his acts of valor and bravery.
Morality & Philosophy
He strongly believes in 'Good done regardless of means', and believes the people of one's land should be put first no matter what. On this quest for good, he holds no qualms of breaking the law, bending it to his whims, or even obeying it, if it means accomplishing some greater good or tangible thing.
Personality Characteristics
Motivation
To rule his people well, uphold the family name, and protect Draconia.
Savvies & Ineptitudes
Extremely well-disciplined, superb soldier and General, good with people. Not so great with managing his money or dealing with other more haughty nobility.
Likes & Dislikes
Likes simplicity and honesty, as well as soldiers and warriors. Likes non-nobility and anyone who is brutally honest with him despite his noble status or who can talk to him as a person, not as a noble. Dislikes those who place value in titles alone or who prefer words to action, and hates those who oppress the common folk for their own gain.
Virtues & Personality perks
People's man, amicable and open-minded, believes in the rights of Inhumans and Humanoids alike, dedicated to the safety of those who serve him.
Vices & Personality flaws
His frankness and brutal honesty can get him in trouble with other nobles. Often smuggles inhumans out of the country against the laws of Draconia to protect them. Has a massive drinking problem.
Hygiene
Due to his experience as a soldier he is not as emphatic about his hygiene as other nobles, but he does keep himself and his house in relatively good and clean order.
Social
Contacts & Relations
Being a Baron in the Empire of Draconia as well as a highly-decorated veteran soldier, he has connections and contacts all over the Empire in both noble and military circles.
Family Ties
Baron Weiss's parents are long-dead, but he has one daughter and several other children.
Religious Views
He is known to be more of a practical man than a religious one, but is said to be passively faithful.
Social Aptitude
Fairly Charismatic and incredibly flirtatious despite being married. Has a natural magnetism born out of being down-to-earth, well-traveled and humble rather than the innate charisma of a noble. Is excellent at making any who talk to him feel like 'one of the boys', or a close friend of his. Cares nothing for Etiquette and makes no attempt to ingratiate himself with anyone, but knows enough to not embarrass himself. Confident and sure of himself, he has a comforting air about him and loves to share a talk over drinks.
Relationships
History
Two soldiers at heart who met on the battlefield, Baron Weiss and King Julian became fast friends after shared experience in the crucible of war. To King Julius, Baron Weiss's brutal honesty and lack of talent for politics made him the perfect friend, and one of his rare friends who he could truly call such, and not one simply out to befriend him for his title. The two were thick as thieves before King Julian's death, and often enjoyed each other's company away from the prying eyes of nobility. However, due to their respective positions, they unfortunately had to hide how truly close they were...especially for King Julian, who could scarcely afford to allow others to know who his true friends or allies were, lest his enemies take advantage of them against him...and Weiss could nary do the same, lest other Nobles think the King was showing favoritism towards his close friends.
Wealth & Financial state
He is quiet affluent due to his status as a Baron and his significant land holdings, and he spends most of his money re-investing in his lands to better the lives of himself, his workers, and those who dwell within his domain. He also spends quite a bit on drinking and supporting local taverns.
Species
Honorary & Occupational Titles
Iron Wall Weiss, Baron Weiss, The Shield of Jugantum, The Bulgaen Valley Butcher
Year of Birth
1981 AF
139 Years old
Circumstances of Birth
Born to the Weiss Family beneath an Auspicious Star
Birthplace
Jugantum
Spouses
Siblings
Children
Current Residence
The Weiss Estate, Western Draconia
Gender
Male
Eyes
Electric Blue
Hair
Short, straight, greyish-white
Skin Tone/Pigmentation
Tanned
Height
2.01m
Weight
101kg
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