Mark of the Champion | Marak

Fortunate from birth, Marak was the last child of a magical dynasty. His father, Devan, served as the Order’s Magus. In his youth, his father was revered as the most gifted Magician in Limsia, and he, like his mother and grandfather before him, easily dominated the Trials to serve as Headmaster of The Order. Contrary to the feats of his bloodline, Marak struggled to cast the most basic spells. Even with the abundance of access to tutors and all of the privileges that came with being the only son of the Magus, Marak’s magical aptitude was judged as lackluster.  Unlike his lineage, he was born without an affinity for magic. Under the pressure to succeed his father, Marak grappled with the realization that he would never master spells, let alone the Order.

Accepting his fate, in shame he abandoned his family for a life of solitude in the Wildelands. His newfound environment became his whetstone. For decades, he sharpened his skills in battle, perfected his techniques, and slowly mastered the art of the blade. He discovered what he lacked in magical prowess, he made up for in physical might. Any sword he caressed became an extension of his soul, and through it, a conduit for his unique magical essence unlocking the world of magic he had been denied. Still regretful, Marak remained in his exile until learning of the Magus’ death. Marak journeyed back to the Citadel of The Order to confront his past and lay his father to rest.