The Heir
OUT OF CHARACTER INFORMATION
Born of a distant branch of the House of Marr on Jutrand, Venerandus would find himself a regular fixture at the Marr Manse, growing up as one of the elder children in a group including Malum, his sisters, and various other cousins. Such was a tradition of the House of Marr, with wealth having been centralised around the main branch, out of both economic necessity, distant branches sending their children to be raised and living at the Manse, of course, the main branch benefited themselves, training from early days a loyalty and kinship between children that otherwise would share nothing but a name.
Venerandus and Malum would take to themselves quickly, doing all activities together as the younger Malum looked up to the older child, they would partake in lessons and training together, and they would be glued to the hilt. Such became problematic as they grew older, as they looked extremely similar enough to be confused as twins, being nuisances to staff and family alike in their childish indulgences. Of course, though they looked similar, they were also as different as night and day, where Malum was the first to march into a situation, regardless of the consequences, Venerandus was far more cautious, hanging back as if considering the matter more closely, yet paradoxically Malum was the quieter, academically gifted child, delving into books of history and philosophy, while Venerandus was the loud jokester, caring little for the great questions of man, and only what was necessary for immediate conditions.
As they aged older, Malum delving further into his Force studies and complicated, unanswerable questions, Venerandus would find himself joining the Marr Household Guard, deciding that his purpose would be to protect his family, and have fun and be paid while doing it. Such was usually the fate for distant cousins after all, without the full helm of nobility to support them. Such would also be the time that they shifted physically, experiencing puberty Malum would grow taller, while Venerandus reached a plateau, their relationship had another layer of unsaid feeling, as Venerandus rather than viewing such difference with jealousy, would embrace it, being more than willing to experiment with clothing and finery, and teasing Malum into such a state to have him question.
As of now, with Malum having taken command of the Guard, Venerandus has found himself to be his aid-de-camp, his equerry, his advisor for any and needs and wants Malum might have. Being his public shadow, his shield to Malum's sword, taking over command if Malum is needed elsewhere, covering for him whenever required, and keeping his secrets.
- Intent: To formalise an NPC that has already been featured in a few threads, and to explore more members of the House of Marr, plus experimenting with writing a new type of character.
- Image Credit: AI Art (Midjourney)
- Role: Aide-de-camp to
Darth Malum of House Marr
, Distant Kin, Bodyguard of
Darth Malum of House Marr
and potential romantic interest. - Permissions: N/A
- Links: Loose Ends, Relic, Our Finest Hour, Final Eclipse, The Rimma Trade Incident, Last Stop, Darkness on Onderon, The Heir of Ruins, The Serpent's Den, The Dominion of Taul, Gunboat Diplomacy, Blood Eyes for Blood Ties, Hunting Shadows,
- Age: 27
- Force Sensitivity: Knight
- Species: Human
- Appearance: Very similar to Malum in appearance, they are both tall and lean, and indeed could be confused for twins, if not for the fact that Venerandus was both shorter than his cousin, and lither, taking on a far more androgynous, borderline feminine appearance. However like most Marrs he retains the characteristic raven black hair, and the much more characteristic deep red eyes. He rarely wears the armour of the guard, always wearing something far more liberating.
- Name: Venerandus Marr
- Loyalties:
Darth Malum of House Marr
, The House of Marr, the Marr Household Guard, the Sith Order
- Wealth: Reasonably wealthy, being part of the Marr family, and paid highly for his position by Malum.
- Notable Possessions: A Lightsaber, a Standard Guard Kit, and a house in Jutrand.
- Skills: Duelist, Sniper Expert, Pistol Expert, Administrator, Pilot.
- Languages: Galactic Basic
- Personality: Venerandus can be easily described as cheerful and playful, constantly teasing everyone when he gets the opportunity out of a desire to avoid tense situations. He too is rather kinder and more compassionate than most Sith, content with winning rather than annihilation. However, when it becomes time to be serious, he will rise to the challenge and do all he must to protect his own.
- Weapon of Choice: Lightsaber, BR-212 "Jackal" ACR, and HG-88 "Big Iron" Hand Cannon
- Combat Function: Generally avoiding combat being Malum's second, however more than willing to get into the thick of it. Using the rifle as a sniper from a distance, or otherwise wading into combat either with his lightsabre or his pistol. Generally is going to be watching Malum's back, in his role as bodyguard. On the other hand in rare times, with him looking rather similar to Malum, can take his place without much difficulty, sowing confusion on where the other is.
- Force Abilities (Force Users Only): Inertia, Blinding, Push, Choke, Pull, Scream, Lightning, Darkshear
- Natural Subordinate - Having been trained his entire life to serve the main branch of the House of Marr, Venerandus has without question been the subordinate Malum needs for any situation, stepping in when Malum needs advice, being able to take Malum's place if needed, and always watching Malum's back whenever necessary.
- Skilled Fighter - Following the traditions of Sith nobility, been trained since birth to be a warrior and thus has years of training and experience in exactly how to fight on the battlefield, knowing how to wield a lightsabre, use the Force, and use firearms.
- Disalingment of Views - Where Malum is deeply concerned with the philosophical and political matters within the Sith Empire and is guided by his interpretations of them for his actions, Venerandus has no concern for those matters, being far more pragmatic and casual in his conduct, guided only by material factors and thus often in disagreement and conflict with Malum over their difference of opinion.
- Relative Physical Weakness - With a frame that is less masculine than average, Venerandus has had to learn to adapt to fight in a way that is far more graceful and versatile, attempting to cover the fact that he is not a warrior who can use his weight and muscle to their full potential, and will generally always lose a battle of pure strength.
Born of a distant branch of the House of Marr on Jutrand, Venerandus would find himself a regular fixture at the Marr Manse, growing up as one of the elder children in a group including Malum, his sisters, and various other cousins. Such was a tradition of the House of Marr, with wealth having been centralised around the main branch, out of both economic necessity, distant branches sending their children to be raised and living at the Manse, of course, the main branch benefited themselves, training from early days a loyalty and kinship between children that otherwise would share nothing but a name.
Venerandus and Malum would take to themselves quickly, doing all activities together as the younger Malum looked up to the older child, they would partake in lessons and training together, and they would be glued to the hilt. Such became problematic as they grew older, as they looked extremely similar enough to be confused as twins, being nuisances to staff and family alike in their childish indulgences. Of course, though they looked similar, they were also as different as night and day, where Malum was the first to march into a situation, regardless of the consequences, Venerandus was far more cautious, hanging back as if considering the matter more closely, yet paradoxically Malum was the quieter, academically gifted child, delving into books of history and philosophy, while Venerandus was the loud jokester, caring little for the great questions of man, and only what was necessary for immediate conditions.
As they aged older, Malum delving further into his Force studies and complicated, unanswerable questions, Venerandus would find himself joining the Marr Household Guard, deciding that his purpose would be to protect his family, and have fun and be paid while doing it. Such was usually the fate for distant cousins after all, without the full helm of nobility to support them. Such would also be the time that they shifted physically, experiencing puberty Malum would grow taller, while Venerandus reached a plateau, their relationship had another layer of unsaid feeling, as Venerandus rather than viewing such difference with jealousy, would embrace it, being more than willing to experiment with clothing and finery, and teasing Malum into such a state to have him question.
As of now, with Malum having taken command of the Guard, Venerandus has found himself to be his aid-de-camp, his equerry, his advisor for any and needs and wants Malum might have. Being his public shadow, his shield to Malum's sword, taking over command if Malum is needed elsewhere, covering for him whenever required, and keeping his secrets.
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