Orym

Orym

Quick Facts

Nickname: Rusty

Age: ~130

Race: Banished (Armor Spirit)

Element: Earth

Occupation: Monk, Former Knight, Guardian

Weapon: Gauntlets/Gloves

Guild Status: Guardian of the Nexus

Birthday: Unknown

Romance: N/A

Residency: Near the Crystal, Eldoria

Orym (often called Rusty by those who know him) is a former noble knight whose soul has been trapped within his armor for over a century. He now serves as a monk and guardian near Eldoria's Crystal, protecting it from threats while seeking to understand his own fragmented existence.

Background and Story Arc

Orym was once a renowned knight of Eldoria, celebrated for his strength and valor. Approximately 100 years ago, during the last recorded Mana Break, he fought valiantly to protect the kingdom from rabid monsters. As he struck down the final enemy, a powerful curse was unleashed, trapping his soul within his armor while his physical body vanished without a trace.

The Armored Guardian

Confined to remain near the Crystal, Orym has adapted to his timeless existence. He discovered that the monastic path—focused on meditation, discipline, and spiritual connection—allowed him to better understand and protect the Crystal's energy than knighthood ever did.

• Soul Anchor: Orym learned that his current state is due to a missing part of his soul known as the "Soul Anchor," which vanished with his body. This anchor connects a soul to the mortal plane, and without it, he cannot pass on to the Beyond.
• Motivation: His primary goal shifted from reclaiming his body to finding his Soul Anchor, hoping it will allow him to finally rest—or choose to remain.

Character Arc: The Anchored Soul

Orym's journey leads him to discover his long-lost body, which has decayed over the century. In a moment of dark humor, others may react to its foul state, but Orym faces a solemn choice: pass on immediately or stay a while longer in his armored form.

• The Choice: Choosing to remain in his armor—knowing his deteriorated body would hasten his true death—Orym recovers fragments of his soul and decides to stay on Earth with his newfound friends. He now lives with purpose, protecting the Crystal and those he cares for, waiting peacefully for the day death finally claims him.
• Thematically: His arc explores purpose beyond life, the search for wholeness, and finding peace in impermanence.

Personality and Traits

Orym is a quiet, introspective soul burdened by fragmented memories yet guided by an unwavering sense of duty. His presence is solemn, his words few, and his actions deliberate.

Alignment

• Lawful Neutral: Orym adheres to a strict, personal code of honor and duty. He believes in order, protection, and balance, often acting according to his own principles rather than emotional or moral extremes.

Core Traits

• Amnesic Guardian: He struggles with memory loss, recalling only flashes of his past life. Yet, his muscle memory and ingrained sense of duty drive him to protect Eldoria. "Sometimes I see flashes o' battles long past, but the faces... they are lost to me. Yet, the kingdom must be protected. 'Tis my duty, my purpose."
• Quiet & Observant: Orym speaks sparingly, preferring to listen and watch. His words, when spoken, are deliberate and carry weight. "Words are fleeting. It is our actions that truly define us."
• Introspective: He often reflects on his existence, his purpose, and the nature of the soul. "What is a knight without a cause? A soul without a body? These questions haunt me."
• Disciplined: As a monk, he practices meditation and martial discipline, channeling his energy into protection and spiritual attunement.

Flaws

• Emotionally Distant: Centuries of isolation and memory loss have made him reserved and sometimes difficult to connect with on an emotional level.
• Stubbornly Duty-Bound: His commitment to his guardian role can blind him to other perspectives or personal needs, both his own and others'.
• Haunted by the Past: While he doesn't remember details, the emotional weight of his unresolved death and lost identity lingers, affecting his interactions.

Hobbies and Living Space

Hobby: Maintenance & Meditation

Orym spends much of his time maintaining his armor (hence the nickname "Rusty") and in deep meditation to strengthen his connection to the Crystal and understand his spiritual state.

Living Space (Guardian's Post)

His "space" is the area near the Crystal's entrance (the Nexus). It is sparse and functional:

• A simple, worn meditation mat positioned facing the Crystal.
• A small tool kit for polishing and repairing his armor.
• No personal decorations, save for perhaps a single, smooth river stone he keeps as a grounding object.
• The area is clean, orderly, and silent, reflecting his disciplined nature.