I am Markus and I was given this name because it was my grandsires. I am known as the warrior because I am at my best when I fight with both head and heart.
I stand 5 feet 8 inches tall with a muscular body. I have black hair with big brown eyes. My dark skin and solid appearance in general makes me unique.
I see myself as one who follows skilled combatants. I want to learn to learn to fight by finding a master to teach me. I generally view alliances as beneficial but must be carefully considered and I will end such if and when they are no longer so.
I intend to adopt a flexible strategy in order to become the next Ruler of Kings. It should be known that I learn all the time and never give up. Thus, I now start this path towards victory!.
Advisor Description
Gareth (Who prefers to be called Gary) has been a good friend since childhood. Therefore Markus isn't that surprised to see his trusted confidant, only how and when they met up again. As a child, Gary had been an orphan and spent most of his time on the streets, mostly in the poorer parts of town. However, he had the fortune to be taken in by a fairly well-to-do merchant. However, due to the two friends' differing circumstances they hadn't had much contact for a while. Once the initial surprise wore off, the two of them spent a pleasant time over lunch at a local tavern catching up with each others news. They parted with the mutual promise to keep in touch.
Markus needs someone like Gary to give wise council and information on the goings-on both locally and in the realm - being part of a merchant's household has its advantages. Gary on the other hand is probably pleased to have his strong friend back, and hopes that his ambitions bear fruit.
Message to Advisor
Dear Gareth
Today was fruitful. A feast at the tavern (Being served was a novel experience) prepared me for a full day doing a variety of tasks. Lots of hard work, however you know that I have never shied away from such. I have coin from making leg irons at the jail, which helped me start equipping myself for future ventures. I also visited the Body Guild, where I began to hone my physical abilities. I plan to do similar tomorrow.
Best Regards
Markus.
Reflections on your mother
Mother. Such a simple word to describe such a complex person. Nearly constantly busy, her work ethic has inspired my own. At times strict when that was needed (The sting of her wooden spoon on my behind is one of my earliest memories), she always tempered this with a big heart full of loving and caring. And the stories she told! Through her, I know many of the folk tales of our land and what it was like to live in the olden days.
Message to Advisor
So much to do, so little time. Much of my day was spent either making leg irons again, or honing my physical skills. Sounds boring, which it mostly is, however as long as I remain focussed on my goals I will endure. I did have time to shop for some more gear - a backpack to be precise. Should probably have been my first purchase, but there you are. Time to sleep, I am solidly tired.
Most beautiful lady of Markus
Beauty is in the eye of the beholder. I have different standard for beauty than other people. As Shakespeare so aptly put in one of his sonnets 'My mistress' eyes are nothing like the sun'. The beauty of a true lady can shine even though her outward appearance is pretty ordinary. Her beauty is in the way she carries herself, good manners coming from being well brought up. Such a person is able to overcome any obstacle. Even dressed in rags they shine like a rare jewel even amongst even other jewels. My mother is such a lady, and it's only one of the reasons why I love her.
Message to Advisor
Old friend, I'm learning rapidly how to go about things. Trial and error for sure, and I have come to rue certain early choices, however you live and you learn as they say. Now for a good sleep, to awake refreshed and ready to do a lot more tomorrow.