Altharion Veylen
Info
Name: Headmaster Altharion Veylen
Race: Human
Class: Wizard (Divination)
Age: 72
Appearance
A tall, lean man with a weathered face and piercing blue eyes. He wears intricately embroidered robes adorned with symbols of knowledge and protection. His silver hair is always neatly tied back, and he carries a polished oak staff etched with runes.
Personality
Altharion is a reserved but deeply empathetic leader. He believes in the potential of every student and seeks to guide them toward greatness. Though kind, he carries a sharp wit and an unyielding sense of justice. He often speaks in riddles, challenging his students to think critically.
Backstory
Altharion Veylen, a human divination wizard of great renown, began his journey as a promising student in the arcane halls of the Arcanum Nexus. His sharp mind and unyielding curiosity set him apart, but it was his prophetic visions that earned both respect and fear among his peers. Guided by fragmented glimpses of a dark future—a world veiled in shadow and despair—Altharion sought answers beyond the safety of libraries and lecture halls. He joined a daring band of adventurers, each with unmatched talents, and together they delved into ancient ruins, toppled tyrants, and sealed dangerous planar rifts. Their victories earned them fame, but Altharion’s visions never ceased, gnawing at his resolve.
One prophecy stood above all which would plunge the realms into chaos. Altharion knew that brute force alone would never be enough to stop this threat. Knowledge, innovation, and cooperation were the only paths forward. So, after years of perilous adventuring, he and his companions retired from the frontlines to build something greater—a beacon of hope and preparation. Thus, the Wardens' Order of Research and Mysteries (W.O.R.M.) was born. Altharion founded the academy as a sanctuary for the unconventional, recruiting students not solely for their magical prowess but for their untapped potential, creativity, and resilience. His enigmatic teaching methods often frustrated his pupils, but his wisdom and empathy forged bonds stronger than steel. He never revealed the true purpose of W.O.R.M. - believing that burden too heavy for young shoulders. As shadows loomed ever closer, Altharion watched his academy flourish, determined that his students would one day become the heroes the world would need.