Varyn Helos

Varn, also known as "The Elder Emperor", was the eighth Emperor of the Celeste Empire and King of Sol. He was able to prevent the Empire from total collapse after Valor III's disastrous reign. He was succeeded by his only daughter, Viria.

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Early life
Valor III was born in 390 AE to Empress Vilya Helos and Lord Aleric Warmane.

Reign
Varyn ascended the throne in 426 AE, succeeding his grand-nephew.

Death
Varyn died in 465 AE, at 348 years old, surrounded by his daughter, son-in-law, and grandchildren.

Legacy
Valor is remembered for having the shortest reign of any imperial ruler, at just 9 years. His short elven lifespan has garnered him the names, "The Young Emperor" and "Valor the Young."

Viria Helos
Varyn was incredibly with his only daughter, Melody, who he considered his pride and joy. While he initially disapproved of his marriage to a human commoner, he eventually gave his blessing for the sake of her happiness, and was one of the people who ensured their successful soul vow.

Iris Song
Varyn was very close to his wife, a prominent Luxon singer, and was there at every performance.

Vilya Helos
Varyn had a mostly positive relationship with his mother, though there were times when she resented the added attention that she gave his older sister. He would later become grateful that her mother did not pressure him as much though, much preferring his peaceful life away from the crown.

Valeria Helos
Varyn was often jealous of his sister growing up, but he quickly got over it after building his own family. He was said to heavily disapprove of the way Valeria raised her own children, but knew better than to intervene. The two made up after Valor III's death, and he was by her side when she died.

Abilities
Varyn was a capable mage like his mother and sister.

Influence
As Emperor of Celeste, and monarch of Sol, Varyn was one of the most powerful people in Auros. He had supreme command over the Scarlet Guard, and all official affiliations of the Empire.

Quotes

 * "I raised my daughter right, dear sister. Which is more than can be said for your." (to Valeria, at some point after Varian abdicated)
 * "You don't have to, if you do not wish it so." (to daughter, Viria, in reference to ruling after him)

Trivia

 * Varyn built a large scale-model of Sunhaven which can still be found in the palace today.