Role
Background
Added Tue Jan 14 13:39:50 2014 at level 14:
Ashmon grew up in Arkham. His father worked as a guard while his
mother was a servant in the cathedral. From them Ashmon learned the value of
hard labor, proper manners and respect for the gods.
During his childhood Arkham was often plagued by fires. His father
explained it was arson caused by dangerous outlaws known as
outlanders, savage men and beasts who only wanted to see the world
burn. Ashmon found his father very brave, keeping peace and order,
putting out fires. He too wanted to be a guardsman and do his share in
the great scheme of things.
Before coming of age, however, his world turned to ashes. Arkham was
once more under attack of the outlanders. This time his father was cut
down by the savages while trying to put out the fires. The fire spread
quickly and devoured their home. While his mother escaped at first,
the smoke and loss of husband and home meant she never quite recovered
and she died a few days later.
15 years and alone in the world, Ashmon wanted revenge on the
outlanders and turned his back on the gods of light, cursing them for
allowing this to happen.
At the cathedral he heard whispers of an immortal lord who fought the
chaos, and whose followers spread civilization. With a faint glimmer
of hope in his heart, Ashmon risked passage across the open sea in an
old canoe in search of a patron who could restore meaning to his life.
A few notes on behavior
Added Tue Jan 14 13:46:00 2014 at level 14:
Ashmon has a vision of a peaceful world where the inhabitants go about
their business in a civilized manner.
Ashmon is polite, prefers things nice and tidy and likes to plan ahead.
He has mostly dealt with humans and is mildly xenophopic.
He abhors fire and is extremely distrustful of people with a rural
background, associating them with the murderous outlanders. While
he prefers to keep his feelings under control in public, he will sometimes
break down and rage on perceived savages (which could be innocent farmers
and the like).
On felar and orcs
Added Sun Mar 23 09:57:46 2014 at level 40:
Ashmon has a tendecy to see things in black and white. Though he
considers himself a man of reason, he unconsciously group members of
the different races of Thera, seeing them as a whole, not individuals.
He find orcs revolting due to their grotesque appearance, limited
intellect and base desires. Some citizens openly work together with
orcs, making feeble excuses as how they are holding the leash of the
beast, where in reality they are panting after the monsters. Ashmon
will actively try to stop such demeaning behaviour.
In recent years the orcish war lord Ogrot has grown in power, often
allying with the savages of Prosimy. Ashmon acknowledges the cunning
of the orc, but has woved to bring him down. Indeed, Ashmon tries to
purge Thera of the filthy orcs regarding them as dangerous as the
outlanders.
Ashmon furthermore despises felar, finding their beastly nature an
affront to his sensible tastes. After all, most of them are barely
capable of speech, let alone civilized behaviour. He opposes that
felar can rise beyond the blood oath, a notion that has only been
reinforced when he was betrayed by a felar shadow some years ago.
A new status
Added Fri Jul 4 12:51:31 2014 at level 51:
Returning to the imperial lands after an extended trip beyond the Sea
of Despair Ashmon discovered that he was no longer a priest of the
Divine sect, but rather a mere blood oath.
At first he thought little of it. He had been a faithful servant for
36 years, the savages still needed to be brought to heel and he still
felt the blessing of Lord Destuvius.
But he discovered that things were not that easy. He could not reclaim
the imperial codex from the savage thieves that sometimes dared to
steal it. He didn't have permission to access the imperial annals
anymore. Citizens half his age treated him like a novice and demanded
his attention and service constantly for seemingly trivial tasks.
Then after suffering defeat at the hand of some of the infidels of the
Fortress of Light, feeling frustrated on several levels, he spoke out
of turn to the elite imperial witch, Ulamette.
She kindly instructed him not to forget his stature, to prove his
worth or be gone and that she would personally see to his death should
a similar incident occur.
Ashmon is full of shame for having forgotten the precepts of his
faith. Furthermore he plots the downfall of Ulamette, hating her for
bringing his weakness to light.
He is determined to serve the Empire impeccably and regain his
former status and more. After all opportunity comes to the faithful.
High Priest
Added Wed Jul 30 14:50:11 2014 at level 51:
For over 40 years Ashmon has served in the Imperial Divine Sect. Those
with a spark of the divine in them have always been rare, but never
has the sect hall been as empty as now. The former high Priest,
Atazerus, took his own life in shame, after having lost his office due
to neglect. Over whom then, should Ashmon, now wearing the mantle of
high priest, exert his dominence?
Over the other sects, naturally. It is the duty of the divine sect to
provide direction, guidance and purpose to the other sects.
A skilled swordsman can overcome many foes. But a skilled preacher can
win wars, sway nations.
His service then, shall be one of spreading the true faith. We are all
servants under Lord Destuvius. Let the others know of their role in
the Grand Design, and find purpose therein.
Old age. Preparing for the end.
Added Thu Aug 28 13:52:22 2014 at level 51:
Ashmon wasn't much for admitting it, but he felt his age more for each
passing day. Getting up in the morning was harder. Old wounds bothered
him. He still had his wits about him, but he found he sometimes had to
look for the right words. A recent encounter with the anathema turned
wight, where his whole body began to decay rapidly, made it clear to
him that time is very much of the essence.
It was natural to prepare for the end. What work did he need to
finish? What would be his legacy?
1) "Peace and Prosperity". A series of three paintings showing some of
the fruits of civilization that the Empire brings to Thera.
Lord Destuvius has received "The Imperial Academy", but two paintings
are still unfinished. Need to put pressure on/motivate/provide with new sketches
painter Mellinoe to actually finish the paintings.
2) Finish another work for the Divine Asylum.
Ashmon's life has been one of service, so that is the natural
candidate for a subject. However, another possibility is how the Elder
Devils can inspire servants of the Empire. Ashmon has discussed this
with priestess Miralik. Perhaps it is something to take up with Lord
Destuvius.
3) Recruit a proper healer for the Empire.
This has proven tricky in the past, but if a likely candidate appears
making sure she is at first nursed, then committed is paramount.
PK Wins
Jan 26, 2014|Lv 24|Akan|Qrishri vs 1: [24] Ashmon (100%, fatigue)
Jan 26, 2014|Lv 25|Akan|Miamel vs 1: [25] Ashmon (100%, acid blast)
Jan 26, 2014|Lv 25|The Imperial Lands|Ulfiy vs 1: [25] Ashmon (100%, punch)
Jan 27, 2014|Lv 25|Akan|Thaezadori vs 1: [25] Ashmon (100%, fatigue)
Jan 27, 2014|Lv 25|Akan|Amda vs 1: [25] Ashmon (100%, slash)
Jan 29, 2014|Lv 26|The Manor|Enelin vs 1: [26] Ashmon (100%, fatigue)
Jan 31, 2014|Lv 26|The Past Grove|Chragan vs 1: [26] Ashmon (100%, fatigue)
Jan 31, 2014|Lv 27|The Drogran Hills|Flynnth vs 1: [27] Ashmon (100%, fatigue)
Feb 8, 2014 |Lv 32|Fortress of Light|Mrithius vs 2: [28] Paccha (81%, drowning), [32] Ashmon (18%)
Feb 16, 2014|Lv 33|The Outlander Refuge|Bhintel vs 2: [29] Jhujahr (73%, wrath), [33] Ashmon (26%)
Feb 19, 2014|Lv 34|BattleRager Village|Babou vs 2: [30] Daiyter (41%), [34] Ashmon (58%, fatigue)
Feb 28, 2014|Lv 35|The Ruins of Ostalagiah|Gacer vs 1: [35] Ashmon (100%, molten smash)
Mar 1, 2014 |Lv 35|The Redhorn Mountains|Sscra vs 2: [35] Roshialanis (39%, throw), [35] Ashmon (60%)
Mar 9, 2014 |Lv 37|Arkham|Frijer vs 3: [39] Erhlob (46%), [37] Hernak (23%, pierce), [37] Ashmon (29%)
Mar 18, 2014|Lv 38|BattleRager Village|Chodin vs 3: [38] Ashmon (28%, fatigue), [40] Erhlob (8%), [33] Jarlduz (62%)
Mar 19, 2014|Lv 38|Darsylon|Chodin vs 1: [38] Ashmon (100%, fatigue)
Apr 1, 2014 |Lv 42|Arkham|Lunas vs 2: [39] Hernak (62%, parting blow), [42] Ashmon (37%)
Apr 4, 2014 |Lv 43|Mount Kiadana-Rah|Wolalui vs 1: [43] Ashmon (100%, stinging lash)
Apr 11, 2014|Lv 43|The Imperial Lands|Craemncrwmn vs 1: [43] Ashmon (100%, torments)
Apr 18, 2014|Lv 44|Teth Azeleth|Kirkyn vs 2: [44] Ashmon (44%), [51] Althamael (55%, flurry)
Apr 28, 2014|Lv 45|Arkham|Donatien vs 2: [51] Vree (96%, slash), [45] Ashmon (3%)
Apr 28, 2014|Lv 45|Forest of Prosimy|Donatien vs 1: [45] Ashmon (100%, sting)
May 2, 2014 |Lv 45|Forest of Prosimy|Jero vs 1: [45] Ashmon (100%, fatigue)
May 5, 2014 |Lv 45|Lower Cragstone|Jero vs 2: [47] Donatien (37%, claw), [45] Ashmon (62%)
May 5, 2014 |Lv 45|The Ruins of Ostalagiah|Jero vs 1: [45] Ashmon (100%, torments)
May 6, 2014 |Lv 45|Forest of Prosimy|Donatien vs 2: [51] Vree (97%, slash), [45] Ashmon (2%)
May 6, 2014 |Lv 45|Arkham|Donatien vs 2: [51] Vree (69%, poisonous stab), [45] Ashmon (30%)
May 10, 2014|Lv 46|Outlying Villages|Donatien vs 1: [46] Ashmon (100%, bolt of retribution)
May 13, 2014|Lv 47|The Dragon Sea|Jero vs 2: [47] Donatien (65%, claw), [47] Ashmon (34%)
May 20, 2014|Lv 50|Forest of Prosimy|Jeddo vs 2: [41] Goyaffa (42%, electrical discharge), [50] Ashmon (57%)
May 23, 2014|Lv 50|The Battlefield|Tolvias vs 1: [50] Ashmon (100%, harrowing thoughts)
May 28, 2014|Lv 50|Balator|Jero vs 3: [50] Ashmon (13%, punch), [45] Niji (8%), [51] Jarlduz (77%)
May 28, 2014|Lv 50|Hamsah Mu'tazz|Hrast vs 1: [50] Ashmon (100%, harrowing thoughts)
May 31, 2014|Lv 51|Fortress of Light|Lerknys vs 2: [46] Niji (44%, double spin kick), [51] Ashmon (55%)
Jun 1, 2014 |Lv 51|Ruins of Maethien|Drakhai vs 1: [51] Ashmon (100%, torments)
Jun 1, 2014 |Lv 51|Ruins of Maethien|Tahltden vs 1: [51] Ashmon (100%, torments)
Jul 3, 2014 |Lv 51|The Coral Head|Phen vs 1: [51] Ashmon (100%, fatigue)
Jul 4, 2014 |Lv 51|BattleRager Village|Hrast vs 3: [51] Jarlduz (45%), [51] Niji (49%, double spin kick), [51] Ashmon (4%)
Jul 6, 2014 |Lv 51|Aldevari|Imladrin vs 2: [49] Elasia (84%, blast), [51] Ashmon (15%)
Jul 7, 2014 |Lv 51|Forest of Prosimy|Laphonzy vs 1: [51] Ashmon (100%, torments)
Jul 8, 2014 |Lv 51|The Seaport of Hamsah Mu'tazz|Cionadh vs 2: [51] Ashmon (31%), [51] Tralgdar (68%, slash)
Jul 8, 2014 |Lv 51|Fortress of Light|Cionadh vs 2: [51] Ashmon (9%), [51] Tralgdar (90%, infernal power)
Jul 8, 2014 |Lv 51|Forest of Prosimy|Cahndhren vs 2: [51] Tralgdar (92%, infernal power), [51] Ashmon (7%)
Jul 9, 2014 |Lv 51|The Redhorn Mountains|Cahndhren vs 2: [51] Ashmon (54%, torments), [51] Tralgdar (45%)
Jul 10, 2014|Lv 51|The Eastern Road|Mak vs 2: [51] Ashmon (39%, divine power), [51] Tralgdar (60%)
Jul 17, 2014|Lv 51|The Eastern Road|Cionadh vs 2: [51] Ashmon (23%), [51] Niji (76%, drowning)
Jul 19, 2014|Lv 51|Hamsah Mu'tazz|Eialanthius vs 1: [51] Ashmon (100%, bolt of retribution)
Jul 21, 2014|Lv 51|The Redhorn Mountains|Cahndhren vs 1: [51] Ashmon (100%, poison)
Jul 25, 2014|Lv 51|Balator|Llaryin vs 3: [51] Ashmon (52%, torments), [48] Daphrdan (20%), [49] Ilune (26%)
Jul 25, 2014|Lv 51|Balator|Llaryin vs 3: [51] Ashmon (10%), [48] Daphrdan (0%), [49] Ilune (89%, caustic slime)
Jul 25, 2014|Lv 51|Balator|Carriil vs 2: [51] Ashmon (80%, torments), [49] Ilune (19%)
Jul 29, 2014|Lv 51|The Eastern Road|Hrast vs 3: [43] Gougof (8%), [50] Jurloah (45%, lightning bolt), [51] Ashmon (45%)
Jul 30, 2014|Lv 51|Forest of Prosimy|Llaryin vs 3: [51] Tralgdar (29%), [51] Ashmon (24%), [51] Daphrdan (45%, bleeding)
Jul 31, 2014|Lv 51|The Ruins of Ostalagiah|Elandael vs 2: [51] Ashmon (94%, torments), [43] Sepherian (5%)
Aug 1, 2014 |Lv 51|Village of Mal'trakis|Elandael vs 3: [51] Jurloah (31%), [51] Ilune (68%, piercing venoms), [51] Ashmon (0%)
Aug 2, 2014 |Lv 51|Hamsah Mu'tazz|Elandael vs 1: [51] Ashmon (100%, poison)
Aug 3, 2014 |Lv 51|The Outlander Refuge|Helfinu vs 4: [51] Ilune (43%), [51] Daphrdan (14%, circle stab), [51] Ashmon (9%), [51] Tralgdar (32%)
Aug 3, 2014 |Lv 51|Hamsah Mu'tazz|Ulamette vs 5: [51] Daphrdan (7%), [51] Ashmon (3%), [48] Jithis (22%), [51] Ilune (63%, smash), [50] Helfinu (3%)
Aug 6, 2014 |Lv 51|The Eastern Road|Helfinu vs 2: [51] Tralgdar (69%, blast), [51] Ashmon (30%)
Aug 9, 2014 |Lv 51|The Imperial Lands|Nuerria vs 1: [51] Ashmon (100%, punch)
Aug 10, 2014|Lv 51|The Eastern Road|Elenya vs 3: [51] Ashmon (0%), [50] Jithis (39%, punch), [48] Kelastys (60%)
Aug 10, 2014|Lv 51|Balator|Dolindar vs 3: [51] Daphrdan (49%, thrust), [51] Ashmon (48%), [48] Kelastys (2%)
Aug 13, 2014|Lv 51|Fortress of Light|Xazlu vs 3: [51] Ashmon (0%), [51] Tralgdar (60%, flaming bite), [51] Rahzeez (39%)
Aug 15, 2014|Lv 51|The Outlander Refuge|Erjoloc vs 2: [51] Tralgdar (29%), [51] Ashmon (70%, torments)
Aug 16, 2014|Lv 51|The Eastern Road|Hrast vs 2: [51] Elasia (38%, slash), [51] Ashmon (61%)
Aug 16, 2014|Lv 51|The Imperial Palace|Hrast vs 1: [51] Ashmon (100%, slash)
Aug 16, 2014|Lv 51|Balator|Hrast vs 1: [51] Ashmon (100%, dispel evil)
Aug 16, 2014|Lv 51|Balator|Sindarielle vs 3: [51] Rahzeez (0%), [51] Ashmon (35%), [51] Jarlduz (64%, parting blow)
Aug 17, 2014|Lv 51|Hamsah Mu'tazz|Nuerria vs 2: [51] Ashmon (46%), [50] Sadewin (53%, hit)
Aug 20, 2014|Lv 51|Hamsah Mu'tazz|Erjoloc vs 1: [51] Ashmon (100%, bolt of retribution)
Aug 22, 2014|Lv 51|BattleRager Village|Thragg vs 3: [51] Ashmon (3%), [44] Miralik (0%), [51] Jarlduz (96%, wrath)
Aug 22, 2014|Lv 51|Balator|Thragg vs 2: [51] Ashmon (61%), [44] Miralik (38%, slash)
Aug 22, 2014|Lv 51|Balator|Thragg vs 3: [51] Ashmon (23%), [51] Jarlduz (22%), [44] Miralik (53%, prayer of anguish)
Aug 22, 2014|Lv 51|Balator|Bhazniegra vs 2: [51] Ashmon (47%), [44] Miralik (52%, black light)
Aug 24, 2014|Lv 51|Hamsah Mu'tazz|Ulamette vs 2: [51] Ashmon (27%, harrowing thoughts), [50] Jithis (72%)
Aug 30, 2014|Lv 51|Fortress of Light|Aiyanatuin vs 2: [51] Ashmon (16%), [51] Elasia (83%, parting blow)
Aug 30, 2014|Lv 51|Balator|Kessalissa vs 3: [51] Miralik (0%), [51] Jarlduz (85%, parting blow), [51] Ashmon (14%)
Aug 30, 2014|Lv 51|Balator|Dolindar vs 2: [51] Ashmon (28%), [51] Miralik (71%, prayer of anguish)
Aug 31, 2014|Lv 51|The Imperial Palace|Ulamette vs 2: [51] Ashmon (9%), [51] Tralgdar (90%, flaming bite)
Sep 9, 2014 |Lv 51|Aran'gird|Omdom vs 3: [51] Miralik (13%), [51] Ashmon (32%), [51] Jarlduz (53%, cranial hit)
Sep 11, 2014|Lv 51|Balator|Cabaq vs 2: [51] Miralik (47%), [51] Ashmon (52%, torments)
Sep 11, 2014|Lv 51|Fortress of Light|Dolindar vs 2: [51] Miralik (58%, torments), [51] Ashmon (41%)
Sep 26, 2014|Lv 51|The Redhorn Mountains|Cabaq vs 1: [51] Ashmon (100%, punch)
Oct 4, 2014 |Lv 51|Northern Foothills|Cabaq vs 2: [51] Ashmon (52%, torrent of lightning), [51] Reegun (47%)
Oct 4, 2014 |Lv 51|Hamsah Mu'tazz|Erighan vs 4: [51] Balrain (22%, peck), [51] Reegun (40%), [51] Ashmon (15%), [51] Jarlduz (21%)
Oct 4, 2014 |Lv 51|The Outlander Refuge|Liantae vs 3: [51] Balrain (27%, peck), [51] Ashmon (20%), [51] Jarlduz (51%)
Oct 7, 2014 |Lv 51|The Redhorn Mountains|Itdrau vs 1: [51] Ashmon (100%, bite)
Oct 11, 2014|Lv 51|The Imperial Lands|Erighan vs 2: [51] Rahzeez (60%, flurry), [51] Ashmon (39%)
Oct 15, 2014|Lv 51|Outside Hamsah Mu'tazz|Liantae vs 2: [51] Daphrdan (73%, circle stab), [51] Ashmon (26%)
Oct 20, 2014|Lv 51|The Outlander Refuge|Tamraelas vs 2: [51] Hrakesh (60%), [51] Ashmon (39%, torments)
Oct 20, 2014|Lv 51|The Outlander Refuge|Liantae vs 2: [51] Ashmon (0%), [51] Hrakesh (100%, drowning)