Valor Helos I

Valor Helos I, also known as "Valor the Conqueror" and "The Dragonslayer", was the first Emperor of Celeste and King of Sol. He united the four remaining kingdoms after the War of Dragons into the Celeste Empire. Together with the rest of the Guardians, he supposedly killed the last ancient dragon. He is also remembered as a Champion of Myria and the first High Commander of the Scarlet Guard. He is the founder of the now great Helos Dynasty.

Appearance
Valor was a handsome warrior, whose commanding presence garnered the attention of all who saw him. He was tall, broad-shouldered, yet also graceful and lean. His fiery red hair, which he kept at a medium length, has become a signature of House Helos. His golden eyes were often compared to sunlight. He is said to embody the classic Celeste hero from myth and legends.

Personality
As a young man, Valor had all the virtues of a righteous knight such as bravery, chivalry, and justice. He was incredibly charismatic was well loved by many. He had a bright and cheerful personality, and was described as beacon of light by all who knew him.

During the War of Dragons, Valor was also known as a brilliant commander. While he retained many of his knightly qualities, he was also said to be a ruthless warrior, who was not afraid to fight for his homeland.

After the war, Valor became a serious man, and his ever radiant smile was never quite the same. He was often quiet, and found little joys in his previous passions. He was a fair but strict ruler, who ruled Celeste with an iron fist. He is remembered as a great and powerful man.

Early Life
Valor was supposedly born in -211 AE (Y. 6971) under a minor noble house in Caele, with little connections and positions. He was an incredibly skilled fighter, who joined various mercenary groups in his youth, until he was given the opportunity to join the Golden Watch. His fighting prowess and charm allowed him to reach the rank of Aureat among the watch.

War of Dragons
At some point, during the War of Dragons, Valor met his lifelong friends and fellow adventurers, the Guardians of Celeste.

He played a vital role in the War, becoming a mighty war general for the side of the sky kingdoms. With the help of his friends and fellow adventurers, he defeated the last of the ancient dragons in Y.7182 (0 AE), making him the most beloved hero of the sky kingdoms.

Reign
Valor ascended the Celeste throne in 0 AE, after a council of nobles and powerful figures met to choose their next ruler. Valor was publicly crowned during a Dies Helos (Summer Solstice).

Valor was a fair but strict ruler, who ruled Celeste with an iron fist.

Death
The details of Valor's death remain largely unknown. Official sources and history books list his death as natural causes.

Legacy
Valor Helos is the founder of the Celeste Empire and the head of the Helos Dynasty. He established the Scarlet Guard, the main guard unit and military force of the Empire. He is remembered by many titles, such as "The Conqueror", "Guardian of Celeste", "Champion of Myria", "Protector of the Realm", and "Dragonslayer."

Valor had three children, Valor II, Valos, and Vilya. His line would continue to rule the Empire and the Kingdom of Sol up to present day.

Campaign 1
Despite being long dead, Valor has been mentioned multiple times by history books, PCs, and NPCs.

Arc 6: Sunhaven
The party met his descendants, Empress Valyra, Valerian, and Valla when they arrived in Sunhaven.

Ewald Laurent
Ewald Laurent was known to be Valor's closest friend and confidant.

Athena Viorel
Athena was one of Valor's closest friends.

Lorenz Alfire
Lorenz was one of Valor's closest friends.

Keara Soldelle
Keara is Valor's wife.

Valor Helos II
Valor II is Valor's oldest son and heir.

Valos Helos
Valos Helos is one of Valor's children.

Vilya Helos
Vilya is one of Valor's children.

Abilities
Valor has been described as a mighty warrior and commander, exceptional with a sword and armored combat. He was also skilled in certain magics, and supposedly a paladin of Myria.

Influence
Before the War of Dragons, Valor was supposedly born under a minor noble house in Caele. He was a prominent knight, and later a member of the Golden Watch, where he eventually became Aureat. He played a vital role in the War, becoming a mighty war general for the side of the sky kingdoms. He also gained fame and renown through his adventuring group, the Guardians of Celeste.

As Emperor of Celeste, and monarch of Sol, Valor was one of the most powerful people in Auros. He was the first High Commander of the Scarlet Guard, making the head of Celeste's military forces.

Quotes

 * "I fight for my home."

Trivia

 * Valor I was inspired by Aegon the Conqueror (ASOIF), King Arthur (BBC Merlin), and Jonathan Shadowhunter (Shadowhunter Series).