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 ====== Varatas Sunweaver ======
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 //"Tell me, are you just stupid or do wish for death?"//
-Varatas Sunweaver (formerly Varatas Elthrai) is an High Elven Sorcerer operating as an adventurer. A free spirit, he resisted the will of his father to become a proper heir to [[wiki:cctgame:start|House Elthrai]] and struck out on his own to seek the answers to his Dragonic heritage. He is currently traveling with a Halfling rogue [[wiki:cctgame:logan|Logan Ninefingers]] and a Dwarvish cleric [[wiki:cctgame:lothar|Lothar Hammerfist]] in Phlan.
+Varatas Sunweaver (formerly Varatas Elthrai) is an High Elven Sorcerer operating as an adventurer. A free spirit, he resisted the will of his father to become a proper heir to [[wiki:cctgame:house-elthrai|House Elthrai]] and struck out on his own to seek the answers to his Dragonic heritage. He is currently traveling with a Halfling rogue [[wiki:cctgame:logan|Logan Ninefingers]] and a Dwarvish cleric [[wiki:cctgame:lothar|Lothar Hammerfist]] in Phlan.
-===== Background =====
-==== Early History ====
+==== Personality ====
-Varatas was born in Waterdeep at the family estate along with his twin sister Aletheia. Varatas and his siblings are the first generation entirely born in Waterdeep, the family having relocated permanently to their summer estate. While Vesti was focused on learning about the nobility of Waterdeep and the family business, Aletheia focused on writings about the world around them and poetry.
+//"A shame to waste this spell's first use upon an undead corpse..."//
-Varatas spent his time looking at his family’s trading fleet and finding various ways to keep his keepers on their toes, sneaking off the family estate as much as possible. Tyrion preferred his son act as a proper young noble and tried his best to curb Varatas' wayward desires, but it did not take. The prodigal chilld was drawn to the tales of adventure he and his sister read about, and tales of their adventuring uncle spiked their curiosity about the outside world.
+While he shares little in common with the typical Waterdevian Noble, Varatas does exhibit the typical Elvish and noble arrogance. However, Varatas views his superiority as not coming from title, but from his own inherent magical abilities. To that end, Varatas is generally described as bombastic, and is extremely sure of himself and frequently boasts of his superior power and skill. He views most matters as mere annoyances, preferring to focus his efforts on acquiring new spells, magical artifacts, and information about his family’s past.
-Tyrion preferred his son act as a proper young noble and tried his best to curb Varatas' wayward desires, but it did not take...
+While described by many as arrogant, the young elf also has a golden tongue, able to convince people to follow him even when it is against their interests. Some believe his persuasive skills are magical. If he ever settled down he would likely make a great diplomat or trader.
-==== Exiled, Return, and Escape ====
+He disdains the endless lessons and prattling about caution and safety that echo from academic schools of Wizards, believing magic is like any other muscle and can only be developed through practice and experimentation. To this end he despises long research, although acknowledges the necessity for it in trying to piece together the long lost history of his family.
-A young Varatas began to display unusual innate magical ability. Fearing his son might bring shame to the family or cause worry in the Court over another Elthrai Sorcerer, Varatas was sent to the study in Silverymoon Initially ecstatic about getting to spend time away from home, he quickly realized the teachers at Silverymoon were instructed to limit, or conceal his magic. Unfortunately, Varatas' magic was too advanced to be limited or restrained.
+Contrary to his normal aloof nature, Varatas is highly protective of his family, especially his sisters. He will go to extreme, if not outright reckless, measures to protect them. When angered, Varatas has been described as vengeful and merciless, executing enemies without a hesitation.
-Varatas was considered a prodigy at the sanctum, a fact he quickly realized as he was able to consistently cast spells without the need for a spellbook or a deal with a demon. Worse yet, he knew it and let his teachers and peers know it. Varatas was reprimanded multiple times for dangerous spellcasting, including nearly destroying a wing of the male dormitory on accident.
+Secretly, Varatas is concerned that he is simply traveling the same road as his cursed ancestors, and that every step he takes is leading him down a dark path.
-After nearly two decades at the sanctum, Varatas returned home to demand answers to his innate magical ability. His father was less than forthcoming, requiring Varatas to flee with what little information he had before he was shuffled back to the Silverymoon Sanctum.
+In combat, Varatas relies exclusively upon his spellcasting, raining fire and lightning upon his enemies from afar. He is trained in short swords and carries one with him at all times, but rarely even draws the weapon, preferring to incapacitate an enemy that closes on him before retreating to a safe distance. Recently, Varatas has shown an affinity for utilizing his fireball spell as his typical response to danger, much to his companions chagrin.
-As he fled he was stopped by his older sister, Vesti. She would not allow his personal whims to endanger the family and was willing to use force to stop him. Varatas was not going to allow her to stop him, but was hesitant to use his magic to force his way out of the house. Their standstill was stopped by their mother, who informed Varatas that a boat was waiting and that he needed to leave immediately. [[wiki:cctgame:prodigal|For a more detailed account see here.]]
-==== Early Adventures in Phlan ====
-to be added, for now see session recaps.
-==== Personality ====
-//"A shame to waste this spell's first use upon an undead corpse..."//
-to be added later
+Several observers have described his spellcasting as bombastic, with Varatas making seemingly unnecessary gestures and commands as he casts. This is actually a result of his experimental approach to spellcasting, his muscles naturally learning to cast in such a way so that casting is no different than moving his hand.
 ===== Notable Information =====
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 Age: 78   Height: 5'6   Weight: 120 lbs.
-Level 3 High Elf Sorcerer (Draconic Ancestry)
+Level 9 High Elf Sorcerer (Draconic Ancestry)
 Noble Background
 Chaotic Good
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   * Insight
   * Perception
-  * Persuasion
+  * Persuasion (expertise)
 ===Langauges===
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   * Abyssal
   * Draconic
+===== Relationships =====
+===Lothar Hammerfist===
+Lothar and Varatas have the typical elf-dwarf friendship; built upon a mutual respect and view their respective race is superior. Varatas views the cleric as a greedy, self-interested, and drunk dwarf but respects his abilities. The two have bonded over friendly wagers and shared confusion over Logan’s antics.
+===Logan Ninefingers===
+It would not be fair to say Varatas loathes or is disgusted by his nine fingered Halfling companion, but the sentiment is not far from the mark. Varatas views Logan as an annoyance, constantly getting himself, and Lothar and Varatas by extension into unnecessary trouble. He views Logan’s new “leaf” as a long term scam, to what ends Varatas has not yet discovered.
+The recent revelations that Logan is a member of the Harpers and is semi famous in Waterdeep sicken the young elf.
+===Aletheia Elthrai===
+Possibly the most important person to him, Varatas would give anything to protect his twin sister. He left her when he first fled from home out of fear that she would be injured or worse. Varatas has preemptively threatened both of his companions’ lives over the thought of them even touching his sister.
+Secretly, Varatas blames himself for Aletheia’s situation, believing had he been there he might have been able to help her.
+===Vesti Elthrai===
+Varatas would never publically admit it, but he cares for his older sister as much, if not more so, than his twin sister. He recognizes his sister’s willingness to take up the family affairs and business allows him and his younger sister to pursue their own endeavors outside of the family. They generally conflict over Vesti’s objections to Varatas’ seeming shirking of his family duties. The two last left on less than ideal terms, a situation Varatas wishes to remedy.
+Before he left for his mission to North, Varatas left a letter for Vesti begging forgiveness and to ensure that Vesti would prevent Aletheia from trying to follow in his footsteps.
+===== Background =====
+==== Early History ====
+Varatas was born in Waterdeep at the family estate along with his twin sister Aletheia. Varatas and his siblings are the first generation entirely born in Waterdeep, the family having relocated permanently to their summer estate. While Vesti was focused on learning about the nobility of Waterdeep and the family business, Aletheia focused on writings about the world around them and poetry.
+Varatas spent his time looking at his family’s trading fleet and finding various ways to keep his keepers on their toes, sneaking off the family estate as much as possible. Tyrion preferred his son act as a proper young noble and tried his best to curb Varatas' wayward desires, but it did not take. The prodigal chilld was drawn to the tales of adventure he and his sister read about, and tales of their adventuring uncle spiked their curiosity about the outside world.
+Tyrion preferred his son act as a proper young noble and tried his best to curb Varatas' wayward desires, but it did not take...
+==== Exiled, Return, and Escape ====
+A young Varatas began to display unusual innate magical ability. Fearing his son might bring shame to the family or cause worry in the Court over another Elthrai Sorcerer, Varatas was sent to the study in Silverymoon Initially ecstatic about getting to spend time away from home, he quickly realized the teachers at Silverymoon were instructed to limit, or conceal his magic. Unfortunately, Varatas' magic was too advanced to be limited or restrained.
+Varatas was considered a prodigy at the sanctum, a fact he quickly realized as he was able to consistently cast spells without the need for a spellbook or a deal with a demon. Worse yet, he knew it and let his teachers and peers know it. Varatas was reprimanded multiple times for dangerous spellcasting, including nearly destroying a wing of the male dormitory on accident.
+After nearly two decades at the sanctum, Varatas returned home to demand answers to his innate magical ability. His father was less than forthcoming, requiring Varatas to flee with what little information he had before he was shuffled back to the Silverymoon Sanctum.
+As he fled he was stopped by his older sister, Vesti. She would not allow his personal whims to endanger the family and was willing to use force to stop him. Varatas was not going to allow her to stop him, but was hesitant to use his magic to force his way out of the house. Their standstill was stopped by their mother, who informed Varatas that a boat was waiting and that he needed to leave immediately. [[wiki:cctgame:prodigal|For a more detailed account see here.]]
+==== Early Adventures in Phlan ====
+to be added, for now see session recaps.
 ===== Journal Entries =====
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 I remember once seeing a second rate Wizard use the bark of a tree struck by lightning to create a constant electrical arc between him and his victim. Experimenting with this flower I believe I not only recreated this spell but improved upon it.
+==== Side Story, Family Gathered====
+[[wiki:cctgame: Family gathered|Short Story]]
+//I assume this story takes place while Varatas and Co. are knee deep in undead Tiamat Worshipers and the Like…//
+====Dark Reflections====
+[[wiki:cctgame:Dark_Reflections|Dark_Reflections]]
+//This story takes place while Varatas and Co. are on the caravan duty, likely a day or two before the last fight that ended the last session.//
+====Diamond Dust====
+[[wiki:cctgame:Diamond_Dust|Diamond_Dust]]
+//This story about the Elthrais takes place while the party is traveling to Parnast.//
+====Frozen Memories Etched in a Burning Promise====
+[[wiki:cctgame:Frozen Memories Etched in a Burning Promise| Frozen Memories Etched in a Burning Promise]]