Arbogast

Arbogast is a middle-ranking, fiercely loyal member of the Church of Seraphina Altor.

Personality
Arbogast has been given the "surname" Tacet by his fellow clerics, Low Celestial for "The Silent". He is harsh, judgemental and zealous. Although difficult to get along with, he occassionally possesses surprising insight and self-knowledge. He is brash and confident when within his comfort zone, killing evildoers. When things get more complex, he looks to others to lead.

History
As far as Arbogast is concerned, his life began when he was taken into the service of the Church at the age of 4. A childhood in church training is not an easy one, and despite his obvious ability in practical theology and combat, his reputation is that of a sullen and withdrawn loner. He does not make many friends with his harsh critiques of flaws he perceives in others. The only man in the church hierarchy who recognised his potential was Shieldmaster Heinrich "Rubrin" ("The Red", for his flaming red hair). Taken under his wing, and benefiting from Heinrich's rise through the ranks, Arbogast was by the age of 30 himself a Shieldmaster, a warrior-priest of a rank commanding 100 men in battle. However, given his lack of command skill he was far more suited to small missions requiring personal combat skill. He has remained under the command of (now) Grandmaster Heinrich "Rubrin", whose hair is now streaked with grey and is more of an administrator than a warrior. He has come to rely upon Arbogast as a warrior and an informer, and it is for this reason that he is entrusted with a mission for the king.

Family
Arbogast's family is his church. Among his fellow clergy he is respected, but not loved.