Adrien Hathoway



La fête entendait le bruit d'un cheval galopant qui s'approchait d'eux rapidement. Un cheval avec un grand homme, une lance à la main, sortit des bois. Son armure avait l'apparence d'usure et de dommages sur elle, ainsi que le tabouret qu'il portait sur la couche de métal. Sur le côté de son cheval, une grande épée était suspendue par de petits morceaux de clips attachés à la selle. Du regard des choses, cet homme était un grand chevalier. Au début, il semblait qu'il allait se charger dans le groupe avec l'intention d'escroquer l'un d'eux... c'est-à-dire jusqu'à ce que deux hommes-poissons surgissent de l'eau, pour se retrouver à la fin pointue des coureurs lance. Avec un grand gain, il a ramassé le monstre du sol et l'a élevé haut, le suspendant de la lance. Il la laissa tomber peu de temps après, en raison de l'espace limité qui s'est révélé trop difficile d'utiliser efficacement son cheval, et se mit sur le prochain poisson-homme avec sa grande épée.
Avec une grande fureur dans ses pas, il passa devant l'homme-pêcheur empalé, et fit descendre sa grande épée sur l'autre. Il était presque étrange d'être témoin d'une arme aussi lourde qu'on l'a fait si facilement, mais peut-être pas à la partie qui a été témoin de ces événements. Avec une frappe rapide, le monstre a perdu ses jambes, laissant un cri de mort quand l'homme a ramené son épée dans le dos des monstres. Il ne sentait aucun remords pour frapper la créature vers le bas, même si c'est futile tentatives d'atteindre l'eau pour la sécurité pouvait être si clairement vu; il avait vu ce type de créatures avant et savait comment ils pouvaient être menaçants. En prenant une fois de plus son grand mot dans ses mains, il regarda autour de lui, se demandant pourquoi les poissons-hommes sortiraient de l'eau avec personne autour. Son regard était vers la fête, mais il ne pouvait pas les voir. Le sort protecteur les a bien aidés.
Son regard se retourna vers les ondulations de l'eau et il apporta une fois de plus sa grande épée, prête à combattre la horde de poissons entrants. Il était déjà trop près de l'eau pour espérer s'échapper sur son cheval, de toute façon.
Name: Adrian Hathoway
Titles: The Wandering Squire, The Would-Be Knight
Age: Twenty
Gender: Male
Race: Human
Adrian has sworn an oath to keep his armor on until he has completed his quest; the only time he takes it off is for personal or hygienic reasons. Unfortunately, because of this lifestyle, Adrian tends to be shy around others and refuses to reveal his appearance.

Personality: Adrian, as expected of someone who was to become a knight, holds a chivalrous and kindhearted mind-set. While not necessarily a knight himself, Adrian believes that if he wishes to become one, he must uphold the standard that is set out before them. Of course, his kindness is not extended to nobles who use their positions for corrupt reasons. In fact, Adrian has taken it upon himself to not swear himself to any lord; instead, Adrian wanders the land aiding those in need, which is a part of a much larger quest. An interesting take on Adrian is that he tends to be shy around women and will avoid them at any cost, provided they do not need his help. By far the most puzzling thing about him is his devoted nature to a great quest he has set out on; a personal one that he refuses to share with anyone.
Weapons: Greatsword and a lance (which he keeps attached to the side of his horse.)
Skills/Magic:
- Although he has no skill in Magic whatsoever, Adrian was taught by Sir Isabelle in the use of many weapons, including bows, spears, axes, and even daggers. His physical prowess is impressive for a young man his age. His personal favorite and most skillful weapon, which is what he commonly carries, is the greatsword; the blade has become so much of a second nature to him, that he appears to have overcome the over-bearing weight needed. Of course, he still wields it with two-hands.
- During his time as Sir Isabelle's squire, Adrian was taught how to ride a horse and to use it as effectively as possible. To this day, Adrian still uses the same horse Isabelle gave to him before she disappeared and has even give it a name; Isabelle.
History: Born in a far-away land, Adrian was the son of a nobleman who had been known for his service to his lord. As arranged between servant and lord, Adrian was to become a page and eventual squire to a knight of the realm. Initially, there were not many who would take such a weak boy in their service...that was until Sir Isabelle came and accepted the offer. Adrian's father, who had grown frustrated, reluctantly allowed his son to be taught by the lady-knight who had made such a name for herself in battles prior. The training was a difficult task for Adrian, but serving under Sir Isabelle brought great opportunities to the boy. His character and skill improved over time as the boy grew into a fine young man. It was when the country was finally attacked by the Dark Lord that everything spiraled down-hill. During the defense of the capital, Adrian and Sir Isabelle were tasked with the defense of the gate. When hope seemed to finally shine through, Sir Isabelle did the unthinkable; she surrendered the gate and opened it for the Dark Lord's forces.
The act of betrayal sent Adrian into a rage and engaged his former master. The fight, if you could call it that, lasted for a mere five seconds, when he was pushed off of the wall and fell into a pile of corpses. Unconscious and seemingly dead, Adrian was gathered with many of the corpses, outside of the city walls and near a remote village. Before the bodies could be entirely looted and burnt, a kindly old couple found the boy still alive, his body almost entirely broken. Taking him in, Adrian immediately set about recovering and honing his body for a great quest...one that would ultimately lead to what he believes his Knighthood. Finally recovered, Adrian has made a small name for himself in the villages that he has passed through, aiding the weak and helpless. To this day, Adrian still travels a lonesome road, fulfilling his duty to the now-destroyed kingdom. Hopefully, he can complete his quest....then turn his attention to The Dark Lord.
Other: Adrian appears to have a benevolent aura about him. His favorite hobby, which helps him keep in shape, is swimming.