Reinyan
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| Farstrider Reinyan | |
| Hero of the Mag'Har | |
| Game Name | |
| Race | Blood Elf |
| Gender | Male |
| Class | Hunter |
| Professions | Skinning Mining |
| Guild | Alea Iacta Est |
Skinning Mining
Reinyan is a Blood Elf Hunter, prospective Farstrider, and Cohort of Alea Iacta Est
Character History
Reinyan was born in Silvermoon city, the son of a successful Bowyer and a Maid. During his childhood years, Reinyan spent much time in his father's shop, learning the secrets of his family's trade and hearing stories of the brave elves of the Farstriders. These stories helped to cement an affinity for the Farstriders, an affinity that was only bolstered by the opportunities to meet them in person (including the Ranger-General Sylvanas herself). In his later childhood, Reinyan vowed that he too would one day lead the great order for the glory of his people.
At the birthday of his ascension into manhood, Reinyan received 2 gifts from his father. The first, was a custom bow, crafted by his father especially for his height, arm span, and strength. The second gift was a lesson from an actual ranger of the Farstrider order, Ranger Sylar, a friend of the family. Sylar wished to instruct Reinyan in the proper usage of his bow, but before he would begin his instruction, he required Reinyan to make the following oath:
“The bow is an extension of the body. It does what is commanded of it; no more, no less. It is important to understand that, like knowledge and passion, this weapon carries with it the responsibility of patient, wise, and proper use. You must swear to me that you will use this only when needed, when absolutely needed, and with the respect it deserves.”
Reinyan went on to learn under Sylar for another half of a year, before the Scourge would make their way through Quel'Thalas, bound for the Sunwell. During the Scourge invasion, Reinyan's mother fled with him and his sister onboard elven ships, while Reinyan's father stayed to help defend Silvermoon along with the remaining elven forces. The elven boats sailed to the south, anchoring far off the coast of Khaz Modan and awaiting news from home. After several long weeks, the boats set sail for Quel'Thalas, not sure of what they would find.
Reinyan watched the next several years take turns he never thought his people would. Retaking Silvermoon City and Sunstrider Isle was difficult, and to their great horror, the Sunwell was lost. The Farstriders were almost shattered, due to large losses in the fight with the Scourge. The Alliance all but turned their back on the elves, eventually vilifying their leader and forcing him to flee through the Dark Portal. Once contact was reestablished, compromises began to take hold. The captured Naaru Mu'ru was brought into the city and tucking into a dark corner of the city. A new class of defenders, the Blood Knights, began appearing, carrying with them the foul stench of stolen magics.
Reinyan had seen enough. If his people would not lead themselves out of their own myopic panicked delusions and quick fixes, then he would have to. Unsure of where to start, Reinyan set out for the Farstrider enclave. At the Enclave, Reinyan spent a solid week reading the books and tapestries written by past members of the Farstriders. Finally understanding what he needed to do, he set off for Sunstrider Isle to train, and then set off to parts unknown.
One day he's vowed to return, to lead his people ahead into a new rebirth.
Guiding Philosophy
“Knowledge is the first step to true freedom, but carries with it the responsibility to balance its acquisition and exercise. With patience, we naturally learn that which we need to use; but with impatience, we learn too much. Nature can correct these oversights, but Nature’s lessons are seldom painless. So with that in mind, seek knowledge as your heart commands, but seek no more than you need to live, and you will always be in balance with the world around you.“
Connections to other Characters
- Denalian - Denalian has communicated with Reinyan on many occasions. Although Reinyan never knew Denalian in life (Reinyan is much younger), the two have learned much from each other on leadership and the prices it comes with.
- Raajin - Reinyan communicates frequently by letter to Raajin, whom he once met along the Gold Road in the Barrens. The two speak often of Balance, the true cost of one's actions, and the nature of true wisdom.
- Dushota - During his stays at Thunder Bluff, Reinyan got to know the Featherhoof clan. These simple but proud warriors of the Tauren came to symbolize a simpler life and set of values for Reinyan to learn from. The youngest of the Clan, Dushota, was in preparation to take his place as a contributing member of his tribe. Reinyan, as an honorary member of the family, is tasked with keeping watch over Dushota, and helping in whatever way possible with his growth... a task that Reinyan takes very seriously.