Intelgus Chiss

Lord of Strategy

"Multiple species, with multiple viewpoints and racial philosophies, simply cannot hold power together for long. The dominant voice must certainly be wise enough to adopt ideas and methods from its allies and member peoples. But there must be a dominant voice, or there is only chaos. In this part of the world, that voice is the Istarti." -Intelgus Chiss

History

Intelgus Chiss was born an elf in a land of bitter and suspicious humans who despised outsiders, and because of this grew up lonely and without friends. His parents Ullner and Mialee named him a human name, so he might have a chance of fitting in, though that didn't really work as he still had the defined cheekbones, glistening almost magical purple eyes, long black hair and pale white skin of a high elf.
Despite all odds, Intelgus went on to become a scholar and academic, graduating top of his class in the highest university in all of Usnium. He was then picked up by emperor Henik Herrscher I as a small time strategist to help with minor battles, however when every battle Intelgus ran was a clear victory with minor casualties, he quickly climbed the ladder to title of grand captain.
He was a brilliant military strategist, known for his anticipation of enemy attacks and his own tactical precision. Intelgus worked to perfect the art of war. He had respect for his enemies, believing that in order to defeat a worthy opponent, one must understand them in every aspect, including their history and philosophy. In particular, Intelgus had a strong appreciation for art, and he believed that studying it allowed him to delve into the psyche of the cultures and people that the artists belonged to. Intelgus's calm demeanour and suave sophisticated mannerisms masked his true ruthlessness.
Returning to Usium, the few surviving members of the Istartian leadership were interrogated to determine how such a catastrophic failure had occurred so quickly. All signs pointed to Intelgus Chiss, believing he had gotten too comfortable in his position of power. Intelgus Chiss was summoned before Emperor Henik Hersch II and was beaten and ridiculed for his failures; called an imbecile and was made to walk into the city streets and apologise to passersby. The Emperor had hoped that this would humble his once most trusted general, and inspire loyalty but it had in fact done the opposite.
Intelgus Chiss was a determined man, he worked twice as hard and secured many victories against the orcs to the south. Within six years, after many mysterious deaths and brilliantly procured victories he was reinstated as Grand Captain. Chiss was Grand Captain for two years before Henik Hersch II was assassinated in his sleep, leaving no heirs. After many senate hearings and discussions Intelgus Chiss was declared Emperor of the Istartian Empire.

Death

After securing a treaty of non-violence between Istarti and Ironbrand, Emperor Chiss set his sight on Whupbril. The Orc’s of G’rukak were forced back right to dragonsgrave and the city of dry steps were taken under Istartian control. After two years of secured rulership, the party that felled Chiss once before reappeared. This was a concern to the new emperor as he understood them for the threat they were. He was not about to underestimate them again.
When this group rallied an army of nations against the Istarti, from his throne Intelgus Chiss attempted to rally his forces, but the party that had haunted him for over a decade reappeared once more; they had used his own mother to gain access to teleport into the palace. Having learnt from his previous encounter with the group, Chiss had his own specialised group as personal bodyguards. The battle was fierce with many casualties, but in the end Chiss was slain.

Full name: Intelgus Chiss
Other names: Lord of Strategy, The Champion of War
Title/s: Grand Captain, Emperor 
Age: 416
Distinctive features: Purple eyes
Home: Usnium