Elric Thorne – Royal Scholar of the Stars

Race: Human
Class: Wizard (Divination) / Sage
Alignment: Lawful Neutral
Age: 54
Background: Sage
Affiliation: Sunhaven Kingdom

Appearance:

Elric Thorne is a thin, wiry man with a neatly trimmed silver beard and deep-set, thoughtful blue eyes. His long, ink-stained fingers often fidget with an astrolabe or a quill, and his robes—deep navy and embroidered with constellations in golden thread—speak to his devotion to the celestial mysteries. He carries an old leather-bound tome strapped to his belt, filled with astrological charts, obscure prophecies, and meticulous notes.

Personality:

Elric is meticulous, soft-spoken, and prone to losing himself in thought. He speaks with measured care, always contemplating the deeper meaning behind events. His fascination with the stars and omens has made him invaluable to the superstitious King of Sunhaven, though some at court dismiss him as an eccentric. Despite his high station, Elric prefers the solitude of his observatory or the company of books rather than the intrigues of the court.

Abilities & Skills:

• Arcane Knowledge – Well-versed in divination magic, though he is not a combat mage.
• Linguist – Can read ancient texts and translate forgotten prophecies.
• Astronomer – Tracks celestial movements and interprets omens.
• Historian – Possesses extensive knowledge of past events and ancient lore.
• Wealthy & Connected – Has the King’s favor and can pull royal resources when necessary.

Equipment:

• Star-map and astrolabe
• A journal filled with prophecy translations
• A signet ring marking his status as a royal scholar
• A small enchanted monocle that lets him see faint celestial alignments

Elric Thorne’s dialogue, focusing on past and future battles, victories, and omens of war:

Situation	Dialogue
On Past Wars	“The annals of history are written in blood and steel. Every great kingdom has been tested by war… and not all have survived the trials.”
Recalling a Famous Victory	“The Battle of Dawn’s Crest… a triumph won not by might alone, but by the foresight of those who knew when to strike and when to hold the line.”
Speaking of a Lost War	“The fall of the Ironhold was foretold in the stars, yet its rulers scoffed at the warnings. Pride blinds even the greatest warriors.”
On the King’s Past Battles	“His Majesty has seen war with his own eyes, and he knows better than most that a blade alone does not decide victory—preparation does.”
If Asked About an Upcoming Battle	“The signs are troubling. Mars is dominant, and the moon wanes in shadow. This alignment has foretold great battles in ages past.”
On the Nature of War	“War is not chaos—it is a pattern, a rhythm that repeats through the ages. To study the past is to glimpse the battles yet to come.”
On a Doomed Campaign	“The stars spoke of ruin, but none would listen. Now the fields are silent, save for the crows.”
Warning of Future Conflict	“The constellations shift, and with them, the fate of nations. There will be blood before this year is through.”
If Asked About Strategy	“No commander worth his salt would march without first studying the terrain. The stars reveal more than you think—patterns of fate, tides of fortune.”
On a Warrior’s Legacy	“A sword may dull, and a shield may crack, but the deeds of a warrior—those are etched into history itself.”
After a Hard-Won Victory	“Your triumph was written in the heavens before the first blow was struck. I only hope you have the wisdom to see what follows next.”
On the Cost of Victory	“A battle won does not mean a war is over. Some scars do not fade, whether they are carved into the land or the soul.”
When War Seems Inevitable	“The winds of war are rising. The banners will be raised, and the drums will sound. I only hope our kingdom is prepared for what comes next.”
On a Legendary Warrior from the Past	“There was once a general who never lost a battle—not by steel, but by knowing exactly when to fight and when to fall back. He read the stars as one would read a map.”
If Asked About a Great Defeat	“There was a time when even our great kingdom stood at the edge of ruin. But fate is not set in stone… the right hand at the right moment can change everything.”
On a Victory That Wasn’t Meant to Happen	“Strange… everything pointed to disaster, yet you prevailed. Either fate has changed, or something—someone—has rewritten destiny itself.”
On Preparing for War	“The wise do not seek war, but neither do they ignore the signs when it comes knocking at their gates.”
Parting Words	“Victory is not the end. It is merely another moment in the endless march of history. Watch the skies, and you may yet see what comes next.”