<!-- Google tag (gtag.js) --> <script async src="https://www.googletagmanager.com/gtag/js?id=G-G26W6267FY"></script> <script> window.dataLayer = window.dataLayer || []; function gtag(){dataLayer.push(arguments);} gtag('js', new Date()); gtag('config', 'G-G26W6267FY'); </script> >[!infobox|n-th wtiny] >###### <font size="+2">[[Edmund Dragonheart.webp|Edmund Dragonheart]]</font> >![[Edmund Dragonheart.webp|cover sban hm-sm]] > #### Basic Info >| <!-- -->| <!-- -->| >|:-:|:-:| >|Race|[Stonemen](Stonemen.md) [Human](Corvanian%20Human.md)| >|Profression|General| >|Alignment|Lawful Good| >|From|[The Three Kings](The%20Three%20Kings.md)| >|Age|Deceased| >|Height|?| >|Weight|?| >|Pronouns|He/Him| >#### Connections >| <!---->| <!-- -->| >|:-:|:-:| >|[Valentina Dragonheart](Valentina%20Dragonheart.md)|Daughter| >|[Yeetus Dragonheart](Yeetus%20Dragonheart.md)|Daughter| >|[[Sariel]]|Old Friend| >[!info|clean center no-i no-t wmed] > > **[Hub](Hub.md) / [Verum](Verum.md) / [Corvanis](Corvanis.md) / [Corvanis NPCs](Corvanis%20NPCs.md)** > # Edmund Dragonheart > ##### Backstory > Lord Edmund Dragonheart was born into a noble family with a long and proud history of dragon slaying. From a young age, he was trained in the art of combat and the use of weapons, honing his skills and preparing for the day when he would follow in his ancestors' footsteps and become a dragon slayer himself. > > As a young man, Lord Edmund was eager to prove himself on the battlefield and win glory for his family and kingdom. He was a skilled and courageous knight, but he suffered a major defeat early in his career that had a lasting impact on him and shaped him into the leader he would become later in life. > > Lord Edmund was sent to lead a mission against a powerful foe, but his troops were demoralized and disorganized. They were unprepared for the harsh terrain and brutal weather conditions they faced, and as a result, they suffered a crushing defeat. Lord Edmund was devastated by the loss, both because of the lives that were lost and because of the blow to his own reputation and honor. > > He spent long hours contemplating his mistakes, analyzing his failures, and seeking to understand what he could have done differently. Over time, Lord Edmund came to see his defeat as a valuable lesson. He realized that leadership was not just about skill with a sword or bravery in battle, but about inspiring and motivating his troops, earning their trust and respect, and understanding their needs and fears. > > Lord Edmund began to study tactics and strategies, learning how to navigate difficult terrain and coordinate his forces effectively. He also focused on building strong relationships with his men, earning their loyalty and trust through his actions and words. > > It was during this time of introspection and growth that Lord Edmund met [[Sariel]], a skilled warrior and friend of his father's. [[Sariel]] had been traveling the land as a mercenary, fighting for noble causes and seeking adventure. When she heard of Lord Edmund's defeat, she sought him out and offered to help him learn from his mistakes. > > At first, Lord Edmund was skeptical of [[Sariel]]'s unorthodox methods and her independent spirit. But as he got to know her better, he came to appreciate her wisdom and experience, and he began to see her as a valuable ally and friend. > > [[Sariel]] taught Lord Edmund many things, including the art of stealth and thievery. She showed him how to move silently through the night, how to blend in with his surroundings, and how to gather intelligence on his enemies. Lord Edmund was amazed by her skills and began to incorporate them into his own style of combat and leadership. > > Over time, Lord Edmund and [[Sariel]] became close friends and trusted allies. They fought side by side in many battles, always striving to protect the innocent and defend the weak. Lord Edmund never forgot the lessons he had learned from [[Sariel]], and he always held her in high regard as a mentor and a friend. > > Despite Lord Edmund's efforts to serve his kingdom with honor and integrity, he was eventually falsely accused of treason. The charges against him were vague and unsubstantiated, but they were enough to cast a shadow of doubt over his loyalty and honor. Lord Edmund and his family were arrested and put to death, their names and reputation forever tarnished. > > [[Sariel]] was devastated by the loss of her friend and ally, and she vowed to help Lord Edmund's surviving daughter, [Valentina](Valentina%20Dragonheart.md), in any way she could. She helped [Valentina](Valentina%20Dragonheart.md) escape and went into hiding with her, training her in the art of combat and thievery and teaching her to be strong and resilient in the face of adversity.