Llywelyn
(a.k.a. The Dragonslayer)
Llywelyn, the founder of the legendary kingdom of Old Elmet, is a revered figure in Inisir mythology. According to legend, Llywelyn was a brave and noble leader who united the Inisir tribes and established Old Elmet in the aftermath of the Age of Warlocks. He took the title of Brenin, which means King, and became the first ruler of the kingdom. The current Kingdom of Elmet is inspired by the legendary kingdom founded by Llywelyn.
The myths surrounding Llywelyn paint him as a great hero who fought against many powerful monsters that terrorized the populace. He earned the epithet 'the Dragon Slayer' for his bravery in defeating a fearsome dragon that had been ravaging the countryside. Other legends tell of Llywelyn and his knights battling giants, sea monsters, and other creatures of legend. He undertook to eliminate many of the monsters that escaped from Fulmen's bestarium during the wars.
Despite his reputation as a warrior, Llywelyn was also known for being a just and fair ruler. He built roads and bridges to connect the various regions of his kingdom, encouraged the growth of the arts and sciences, and sought to improve the lives of his subjects. Under his rule, Elmet became a prosperous and cultured kingdom.
Of course, Llywelyn's reign was not without its challenges. He faced many foes, both from within his own kingdom and from neighboring lands. However, he always emerged victorious, thanks to his courage, cunning, and the loyalty of his knights.
Old Elmet disappeared after Llywelyn's death, and there are many stories about how it ultimately fell. Some say that it was destroyed by a great magical cataclysm, while others believe that it was conquered by a powerful invading army. Other stories claim that he was betrayed to his death by a false friend, who later became the founder of the rival kingdom of Bernicia. The stories agree that Llywelyn never married nor sired any children, and this was probably a factor in the failure of the kingdom to persist.
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