Age: 25
Gender: Male
Tribe: Fire
Position in the Tribe: Captain of Talon, a special group within the Fire Tribe designed to operate "off the books." They answer directly to the Leader of the tribe and no one else. Few know they exist and even fewer know who the members are.
Negative Traits: Proud, Flippant, Arrogant, Cocky
Positive Traits: Brave, Funny, Merciful, Intelligent, Strong
Sexual Preference: Heterosexual
Likes: Freedom, Challenges, Fighting
Dislikes: The Air Tribe
Fears: Failure
Personality Description: Despite his position, Nero is hardly ever serious. He can be serious when the situation calls for it, but he still maintains a laid-back demeanor during such situations and is never with out a witty taunt or comeback. Nero can seem at times to be uncaring or even callous, but actually has a very strong sense of justice and prefers to fight fairly. He can be counted on to do the right thing, even if he makes cynical quips about it the entire time. Nero values family and friends very highly. He cared deeply for his mother and, despite their differences, for his brother, Michael.
He maintains a level of honor and integrity when engaging in battle. He refuses to fight with children or even in the presence of a child. However, he seems to enjoy fighting as he sometimes does not fight at his full potential so he can toy with his opponent or make a fight last longer. He has been known to get bored with fighting weak opponents and only finds entertainment in fighting strong opponents who will give him a challenge. Despite his tendency to be brutal, Nero usually stops a fight if his opponent is too injured to fight back, claiming he is not interested in fighting anymore, and he does not feel obligated to deal a death blow to anyone who cannot fight any longer. However, he will unhesitatingly kill his opponent if they refuse to end their fight.
Biographical History:
Nero grew up as the first born son in a fairly well off family within the Fire Tribe, his father being a high ranking member within the military. Nero and his brother, Michael, were trained from an early age in the art of war and fighting, their father sparring no expense in the education of his heirs. Though their father was often away on business, they lived comfortably with a loving mother, who adored them. While both boys viewed their father as a cold, distant man, they viewed their mother as the center of the world, and something that they must always fight to protect. When Nero was twelve, his father returned from one of his many voyages to the Capital, though this time he was far more troubled then usual. Nero and Michael overheard their parents talking, of a coup and possible succession in the leadership of the tribe. Fearful of what might happen, both the boys agreed to rest for the night and see what they could find out the next day. That night however, their home was attacked. The boys managed to escape, but both their father and mother died as their house burned to the ground. They were taken in by a family friend, who immediately shipped them away for further training, with the hope that they might avenge their lost parents.
Both boys excelled in their own way. Nero was a top-tier fighter, and a gifted tactician. Michael was a masterful strategist with a keen political mind. They were destined for great things, many thought. When they were in their late teens, they both began investigating the raid that killed their parents. They were told at the time that it was a raiding party from the Air Tribe lands, though there was no evidence to back up this claim. However, Nero was a soldier. He believed in the cause and grew to hate the Air Tribe with all his might. Michael was far more tactful, believing that their father had been betrayed, a man killed off before he became powerful enough to challenge for leadership. The brothers began disagreeing more and more, and eventually, others began to take notice of Michael's claims. He fled the tribe, disappearing from the eyes that were watching him before he became too much of a problem. As was the way with the Fire Tribe, leader's changed, so Nero saw no value in pursuing his brothers claims. Rather than seeing the flaws in the system, he continued on his path up the ranks. He was named leader of Talon only a year ago. The group was made up of a select few who showed unwavering dedication to the tribe and its advancement. They answer only to the Tribe Leader, and should that leader fall, they will show equal respect to the next. For that is the only code of the Talon. While most don't know who Nero is, rumors tell of a black dragon, wielding a brilliant white flame.
Hair Color: Shaved, dark hair.
Eye Color: Gray.
Tattoos/Markings: Tattoo of a Hawk's talon on his right shoulder blade.
Weight: 215 pounds
Height: 6'2"
Brief Appearance Description:
Carrying: Dawn's Fury, a long sword past down to him after the death of his father. The blade is black in color, having been forged from the finest craftsmen in the tribe. The phrase, "Noble Reason," is etched into the blade of the sword.
Notable Skills/Abilities: Besides his mind for on the field tactics, Nero is incredibly gifted with his sword and fire-manipulating abilities. Most of his experience in both comes from on-the-battlefield experience, giving him an edge over those with years of training, but very little actual fighting experience.
Flame of The Dawn Dragon- A technique taught to him by his father, Nero engulfs his sword in a brilliant, sparkling white flame. The material of the sword allows it to survive the heat, while most others would melt. When it connects with other swords, which are mostly made out of steel or iron, the intensity of the flame is hot enough to melt the others sword within a few seconds.
Other: Has taken his own trust in his tribe and turned it into a deep hatred of the Air Tribe.
