Markus Arvin

Born beneath the crystalline spires of an ancient high elf village, Markus was a child of magic and starlight until the day Roman legionaries arrived with promises of glory and purpose. At merely eight years old, he was captivated by their discipline and order, abandoning his immortal home to pursue citizenship through military service in an empire that seemed destined to reshape the world. His natural arcane talents bloomed alongside his martial prowess, and within decades he had accumulated enough wealth and influence to purchase citizenship for his younger sister, enabling her to establish a renowned medical practice that would serve Rome's citizens for centuries. As the centuries turned and emperors rose and fell, Markus ascended to legendary status—a warrior-sorcerer whose name became whispered in barracks and throne rooms alike, though three successive emperors had dismissed his counsel. Yet he remained patient and loyal, his elven lifespan allowing him to outlast the skeptics, waiting for a ruler who would recognize his true worth and share his vision of imperial restoration. That moment arrived with his current emperor, and Markus has devoted himself entirely to this sovereign with zealous conviction, believing this ruler to be touched by divine providence. He personally leads campaigns to crush rebellions with overwhelming magical force, seeing each victory as a step toward the empire's prophesied renaissance, while simultaneously working to elevate the downtrodden through military service and citizenship—though his methods grow increasingly ruthless with those who resist his emperor's will. As the Holy Roman Empire's head mage and closest advisor, Markus has woven himself so thoroughly into the fabric of imperial power that his fate and the emperor's are now inseparably bound. His elven body, magically preserved in its prime, continues to serve as a living monument to Rome's eternal potential, and he will pour every ounce of political influence and sorcero

Strength

16, modifier +3

Dexterity

18, modifier +4

Constitution

20, modifier +5

Intelligence

20, modifier +5

Wisdom

15, modifier +2

Charisma

22, modifier +6

Arcane Bolt

Make a ranged spell attack against a target within 120 ft. on a hit, deal 6d8 force damage.

Imperial Command

Choose up to 3 allies within 60 ft. Each can use their reaction to make one weapon attack.

Sorcerous Shield

Markus gains a +5 bonus to AC until the start of his next turn.

Rebuke the Unworthy

Target within 60 ft. must make a DC 20 Wisdom saving throw or take 4d10 psychic damage and be frightened until the end of its next turn.

Summon Celestial Guardian

Summon a celestial ally that acts on Markus's initiative and lasts for 1 minute.

Eldritch Blast

Make two ranged spell attacks against a target within 120 ft. on a hit, deal 1d10 force damage per attack.

Arcane Mastery

Markus adds double his proficiency bonus to spell attack rolls.

Eternal Vigilance

Markus cannot be surprised and has advantage on initiative rolls.

Sorcerous Resilience

Markus has resistance to spell damage.

Imperial Influence

Markus can grant advantage on saving throws to allies within 30 feet.

strength

+10

dexterity

+11

intelligence

+12

wisdom

+9

constitution

+12

charisma

+13

Unleash Arcane Fury

Markus can cast a spell of 5th level or lower without expending a spell slot.

Divine Intervention

Markus can reroll a failed saving throw or attack roll, taking the new result.

Empower Allies

Choose up to 3 allies; they gain temporary hit points equal to 3d10 + Markus's Charisma modifier.

Fire

Cold

Charmed

Frightened