Arleon Galore breathes in the damp, earthy scent of the Plomania Kingdom, appreciating the beauty of the towering castles and vast meadows surrounding him. He is a man of wisdom at the age of fifty-five years old, a sage amidst war and chaos. His deep-set eyes bear the marks of time, a chronology of a rich life lived in service and contemplation.
Born into the affluent Galore family, inheriting the title of Duke was his birthright. The gleaming gold of his eponymous household offered him a world of fortune, a realm of extravagance and authority. However, the call of a different path captivated Arleon. He heard the celestial hum of the Light Guardian Order echoing in his heart, pulling him toward a life cloaked in humility and resilience - the life of a Paladin.
Arleon Galore’s training under elder Paladin Korim Chaer is a chapter of his life that still shines bright in his memory. Elder Korim, a formidable force with a heart draped in kindness, taught Arleon everything he knows about commitment, faith, duty, and patience. His teachings seep into Arleon’s conscience making Korim an eternal aura guiding him through the labyrinth of life.
Swapping the silver spoon for the solid shaft of a mace, Arleon proved himself as a devoted Paladin. His determination sent ripples through the sacred halls of the Order, molding him into an outstanding figure marked by his unwavering commitment. However, he couldn't escape his father's disappointment as he chose duty over inheritance.
Recently, Arleon has exchanged the paladin’s hefty armor for the subtler cloak of politics. Although he stepped back from the daily rigors of the Order, the pervasive issues troubling the Plomania Kingdom prompted him to roll up his sleeves once again. This time, he raises not a weapon but his voice, clamoring for justice and peace.
His confidante in this new endeavor, Celenaem Nightdale, brings a touch of warmth to his life. A quick-witted, charming woman highly respected in the Order, she’s been by Arleon’s side through trials and triumphs. Over roasted fowl and tart Plomanian wines, their friendship has deepened, fortified by mutual respect and a shared sense of duty.
Crowned with the affectionate nickname 'Light Bringer' by his peers, Arleon Galore is held in high regard. Despite his accomplishments, he harbors a subtle flaw - his relentless quest for perfection, leading him to push those around him, sometimes too far. Yet, his genuine compassion and natural charisma shield this imperfection from most.
Possessing the peculiar talent to inspire and soothe even the most agitated spirit, he is a figure of hope and solace. The memory of his mace does not haunt him but follows him like a protector, his favorite symbol of his past. Deep within, he nurtures a dream; a simple wish to see Plomania free of strife and bloom into a kingdom of peace and prosperity.
Arleon Galore, however, does bear a secretive regret. His choice to join the order took him away from a childhood love; a relationship that could only live in a world he left behind. This unspoken narrative rests hidden in the chambers of his heart, confined as a secret. As Arleon embarks on his journey in politics with the heart of a paladin, he clings to these moments that molded him, defining his past and fuelling his future.