Post by Donovan on Mar 7, 2012 15:54:12 GMT -5
Appearence
Donovan literally means "dark warrior". He is a friesian with a build that is thicker than Paladin's. His eyes are completely dark grey to the point where it is difficult to differentiate between the pupil and the iris. The horn on his head is twisted and arched with a color of black. The ends of the tines on his horn are crimson red. He always keeps his mane cropped and roached along his neck which is thick and muscular. His coat is completely black except for a few red tribal markings. He holds quite a few scars here and there. Most of them are located on his neck and rump. He is at the age of six years and stands a strong 16 Hands.
Personality
Donovan is a creature of few words, not because he is slow of the mind, but because he considers actions to speak louder than words. He has a violent streak in his blood, but for the most part, he is relatively calm. Donovan has a very great tolerance for those that irritate him, but he has a breaking point where he will explode with violence without warning. However, Donovan is a secret intellect, desiring something more than the life he has been handed. He has very little ambitions to lead because he feels he would turn into a Tyrant like his father, but he has a penchant for serving others. If he overhears a conversation where a character says they need something, he will fulfill that need without question. In some ways, he thinks this is a way to make up for all of his sins and transgressions in his former life. He is also remarkably monogamous when it comes to relationships, but while single, he has no qualms about being with other mares on and off.
Family
Riekahn, Father (Friesian x Wamblood)
Vega, Mother (Friesian)
Paladin, Half Bother, Tides Leader
Giselle, Half Sister, Woodlands Mare
Ktulu, Niece, Tides Filly
Ophelia, Niece, Tides Filly
History
Before Isilme:
Like Paladin, Donovan fought in his father's army. He was the 'perfect' soldier because he never asked questions and usually did what he was told. Like a gullible child, he believed everything he was spoon-fed and killed countless pegasus in the name of blood purity. Donovan always had a secret love for learning and affection, but he knew that showing such weakness would land him in a world of hurt. Donovan had resigned himself to a life of bloodshed because he was good at killing, but when Paladin defected and left, he considered following. Donovan is one of Paladin's older half-brothers, and he saw his leaving as bravery. Donovan figured he owed it to his mother to let her know that he planned on leaving (Paladin's mom was outcast, but Donovan knew his mother), but Vega responded with venom, attacking her son. Donovan, unable to fight his own mother, took her beating and then wound his way up in Isilme. He would try to find Paladin and offer to silently be a distant part of the group.
During Isilme:
Donovan had a short stay while in Isilme. He was under the rule of his brother where he became warrior. He fought in the invasion on the Tides, and the victor was undecided as they were all drive out by the shadows. Donovan seemed to be one step ahead and followed his brother to Isilme, though has not seen him since fleeing.