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Balrion Blackwing
Balrion Blackwing
	Balrion Blackwing
Race	Humekind
Age	30 cycles
Nationality	Directionland
Origin	Raven's Nest
Occupation	Ranger
Status	Alive
In-game appearance

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Balrion is a solitary ranger from the deep forests of Raven's Nest—a man more at home beneath towering pines than within city walls. Quiet, precise, and calm in a way that unsettles some, Balrion is the kind of figure who speaks only when necessary—and always with purpose.

About

Little is known about his past, though it’s said he was raised by the High Raven of Raven's Nest after a fire claimed his family farm when Balrion was 12. He rarely speaks of it. He left to settle near St. Stylinson, but settled in the Dargwood where he developed an interest in archeology and history. Now, he wanders the wilderness with the ease of someone who has known hardship and found peace in the wild. Some call him a protector. Others whisper that he’s a watcher—keeping track of movements and changes no one else sees.

Balrion has been seen aiding the Defenders of Mundus during moments of great crisis, often appearing just when needed most. He speaks with reverence of the old ways and occasionally references saints and spirits rarely mentioned in the cities. Though he denies belonging to any political faction, he’s recently shown interest in the wellbeing of Prince Ethian and has expressed concern for the Empire’s fragile future.

Recently, he has built a new house near Gandry. His house is called The Perch.

Notable Traits

Sharp eyes, worn cloak, and a scar over his left eye

Master tracker and survivalist

Refers to himself as a "Raven of the Forest"

Keeps to the wilds, but always seems to know what’s happening in the world

Rumors

They say Balrion has access to ancient intelligence records, and may know more about the current crisis than even the Senate. Some believe his arrows are blessed by Saint Nerva herself. Others simply believe he listens—to the trees, the birds, and the wind—and the world answers him in return.

A Mundus Reborn

Balrion formed a friendship with Lateindahaus after a battle in Raven's Nest. He built his home in the areas between Raven's Nest and Gandry, overlooking Late's lands. At one point, after Khaffe Hushstep triggered an event with Rathsern, Balrion was taunted by the Dark One as hiding "secrets," though it is unknown what their connection is at this time.

Loopbreaker

Balrion was recently seen in Kingsvalley prior to the Netherkind attack on the city, speaking with Groggle about Duke Cedric, urging them to seek safety. He also seems to know Caelan Valeheart, a mysterious wanderer who escaped the Nether recently.

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+Balrion is a solitary ranger from the deep forests of [[Raven's Nest]]—a man more at home beneath towering pines than within city walls. Quiet, precise, and calm in a way that unsettles some, Balrion is the kind of figure who speaks only when necessary—and always with purpose.{{Infobox character|name=Balrion Blackwing|image=BalrionBlackwing.png|imagesize=250px|image_alt=BalrionBlackwing|image_caption=Balrion Blackwing|race=Humekind|age=30 cycles|nationality=Directionland|origin=Raven's Nest|occupation=Ranger|status=Alive|game_image=BalrionIG.png}}
 == About ==
-Fighty, brash, and always willing to speak her mind, Window embodies the many traits of one raised in the eastern frontier. Better known as Lady Governor Win of [[Fort Shagogbot]], she was appointed to the role by the Emperor when the outpost was upgraded to a Duchy. Her family has been in Fort Shagogbot for generations — carving out a foothold in the harsh land since the Fort’s inception.
+Little is known about his past, though it’s said he was raised by the High Raven of [[Raven's Nest]] after a fire claimed his family farm when Balrion was 12. He rarely speaks of it. He left to settle near St. Stylinson, but settled in the Dargwood where he developed an interest in archeology and history. Now, he wanders the wilderness with the ease of someone who has known hardship and found peace in the wild. Some call him a protector. Others whisper that he’s a watcher—keeping track of movements and changes no one else sees.
-Despite her sometimes seemingly rough exterior and the iron fist with which she runs the city, Win has a deep love for the people of Shagogbot, often going to great lengths to ensure the city’s safety and prosperity. Governor Win is also known to be generous — sending aid to other cities in Directionland when in need. Win has a keen interest in politics, though her emotions can occasionally get in the way.
+Balrion has been seen aiding the [[Defenders of Mundus]] during moments of great crisis, often appearing just when needed most. He speaks with reverence of the old ways and occasionally references saints and spirits rarely mentioned in the cities. Though he denies belonging to any political faction, he’s recently shown interest in the wellbeing of [[Prince Ethian]] and has expressed concern for the Empire’s fragile future.
-Win has been a long-time member of the [[Defenders of Mundus]], always willing to step in and help in a fight. She’s also close friends with her city’s MP, [[Lukas Battlan]], often sending letters back and forth to apprise him of the goings-on in the world. Some joke they’re a little ''more'' than friends, especially with the frequency she sends letters and gifts, but Win often denies such things, teasing the relationship as “professionally platonic.”
+Recently, he has built a new house near Gandry. His house is called The Perch.
 == Notable Traits ==
 <blockquote>
-* Often seen surveying Fort Shagogbot from her perch atop the redoubt
+* Sharp eyes, worn cloak, and a scar over his left eye
-* Wields the sister sword (Shagogbot Savior) to a certain MP’s sword
+* Master tracker and survivalist
-* Enjoys baking the Fort’s specialty: Shagogbot cookies
+* Refers to himself as a "Raven of the Forest"
-* Once raced the entirety of Ironwood to Fort Shagogbot on horseback to see how long it’d take “for fun”
+* Keeps to the wilds, but always seems to know what’s happening in the world
 </blockquote>
 == Rumors ==
-Some say you can hear Win’s voice crying on the wind when a door is left open anywhere in Directionland: ''“Close the doors!”'' She may also be aware of some of Directionland’s previous “pasts.”
+They say Balrion has access to ancient intelligence records, and may know more about the current crisis than even the Senate. Some believe his arrows are blessed by [[Saint Nerva]] herself. Others simply believe he listens—to the trees, the birds, and the wind—and the world answers him in return.
 == A Mundus Reborn ==
+Balrion formed a friendship with Lateindahaus after a battle in Raven's Nest. He built his home in the areas between Raven's Nest and Gandry, overlooking Late's lands. At one point, after [[Khaffe Hushstep]] triggered an event with [[Rathsern]], Balrion was taunted by the Dark One as hiding "secrets," though it is unknown what their connection is at this time.
 == Loopbreaker ==
+Balrion was recently seen in [[Kingsvalley]] prior to the [[Netherkind]] attack on the city, speaking with [[Groggle]] about [[Duke Cedric]], urging them to seek safety. He also seems to know [[Caelan Valeheart]], a mysterious wanderer who escaped the [[Nether]] recently.