Commander Hercinia

Biography:
Commander Hercinia, or as he is more commonly referred to, Hercinia is/was the first Commander under Emperor Tymon Gust. It has been stated that if it were not for Tymon and Hercinia's actions in the waning years of Oválll the peace treaty that saved so many never have come to fruition. A high ranking member of the Flúry Fasá and a devout believer in Flóff superiority of strength Hercinia was the model image of an honorable fighter. Headstrong, and always willing to lead from the front it was no surprise when longtime friend Tymon named Hercinia as his Commander, the second highest position within Flóff society. With countless victories in the early years of Artésque both on the field of battle and at the negotiation table it was Commander Hercinia who helped carve out the current boarders of the Flóff.

Yet, for all of Hercinia's years accomplishments and dedication, what the famed Commander will forever be known as is a traitor to both his Emperor and his friend.

Book One (The Fall from Grace):
At some point between the fall of the Crystoreeñ and book one Commander Hercinia began to grow weary of his friend and emperor Tymon Gust. Feeling somewhat betrayed at the lost of Tymon's will to push for Flóff power. Though Hercinia held contempt for Gust's actions he nevertheless carried out his Emperor's will with dignity and honor. Though at some point Hercinia fell victim to Clamor's influence. His deep desires to see the Flóff in power driving him against his long time friend in a failed coup. Accepting his failure, Hercinia was sentenced to death, though Gust's kindness prevented the sword and instead bestowed a much harsher fate. For the famed avian warrior to be stripped of his wings and held within the Flóff capital city of Pegpolis as an example of what happens to those who stand against the powers at be.

For much of the series, this how Hercinia is shown. However, it is revealed within book ten that Hercinia's punishment was instead used as a way to keep him alive. As Gust had no intentions of losing his friend, stating that he intended instead to die along side him in battle. Unfortunately, this desired outcome did not come to pass as showcased within book ten and during the second Fall of Blood incident which Hercinia finds himself forced into.