Nerva Thaeval-Isa

Nerva Thaeval-Isa was born in the autumn of 106 SMP in the small town of Isaz, located in the world of Eldham. His mother, Riniya Zylyra-Isa, was a single working woman and his father was unknown. Despite coming from a minor household with less wealth compared to others, Nerva and his mother worked hard to make a living. However, their fortunes took a turn for the worse when the noble House Isa fell due to the addiction of a drug called Frostbite Thistle. Many survivors of House Isa were scattered across the world, and Riniya, a busy woman, often sent Nerva out on the streets to beg for money.

Tragically, Riniya fell victim to using Frostbite Thistle and died on Nerva's eleventh birthday. Overcome with grief, Nerva left his home and ran into the thick spruce forest near his house. He climbed up a tree that offered a panoramic view of Isaz and sat there, day and night, starving himself as a way of punishing himself for being unable to save his mother. On the fourth day of this self-imposed exile, as Nerva's eyes began to shut, the forest became windy and cold. The trees shook violently, and Nerva began to fall. In the middle of his fall, something grabbed him by his ripped clothes. It was a tall, dark, shadowy figure with red irises and blue pupils that shone in the dark. The cold atmosphere and lack of food quickly led to Nerva fainting.

When Nerva woke up, the dark figure had taken off their cloak, revealing a Yirsi with blue pale skin and white tattoos all over their body. The Yirsi was feeding Nerva some sort of green substance that gave him energy. The Yirsi introduced themselves as a frostbite survivor and revealed that they were Nerva's lost cousin. Sibil was the Onsyr of Renpaard, a town located on the other side of the forest, and had heard of Riniya's death. They had come to find Nerva and take him under their wing, teaching him the ways of a Yirsi.

The Yirsi, a skilled warrior and leader, trained Nerva in combat and taught him about the history and culture of the Yirsi people. By the time Nerva was about 13 years old, he had learned to speak Yiris'tal and was baptized into Arternaia, the dominant religion in Eldham. He was admitted to the local temple in Renpaard to learn about the history and ways of Ikall, the deity worshipped by the Yirsi. Nerva spent Mondays and Tuesdays training with Sibil to become a great warrior, and the rest of the week learning disciplinary values at the temple.

As he grew older, Nerva became well-respected around parts of Anglunia and was seen as the perfect successor to the town of Renpaard in the south. The ruler of Renpaard Sibil died and so Nerva was named as the new Onsyr of Renpaard. Nerva was tasked with looking after the House of Isa and the safety of the civilians. He worked tirelessly to restore the honor of House Isa and to provide for his people. Under his leadership, Renpaard flourished and Nerva became known as a fair and just ruler. He lived a long and fulfilling life, always remembering the guidance and teachings of his beloved cousin.

As the years passed, Nerva continued to lead Renpaard with wisdom and strength. However, he became increasingly concerned about the future of House Isa. Despite his efforts to restore the honor of his family, he knew that the house would never truly thrive without more members. Nerva began to wonder if there were any other Isa survivors scattered across the world, and if he could find them and train them as he had been trained by Sibil.

One day, Nerva made the difficult decision to leave Renpaard in the capable hands of a great warrior named Aellyya and set out on a journey to find other Isa survivors. He knew that this would be a risky and an uncertain mission, but he was determined to do whatever it took to ensure the survival of his family. He packed a few supplies and set off into the unknown, traveling from town to town and asking about any Isa survivors that might be in the area.

As Nerva traveled, he encountered many different people and learned about their cultures and traditions. He met other Yirsi warriors and trained with them, learning new techniques and strategies. He also met members of other noble houses and learned about their histories and struggles. Despite the challenges he faced, Nerva remained determined and focused on his mission.

After many months of searching, Nerva finally stumbled upon a group of Isa survivors living in a remote village on the outskirts of Eldham. They were a small and isolated community, living in poverty and struggling to make ends meet. Nerva immediately recognized the potential in these survivors and began to teach them everything he had learned from his mentor. He trained them in combat, taught them about the ways of the Yirsi, and instilled in them the discipline and values that had been so important to him.

Thanks to Nerva's guidance, the Isa survivors quickly began to thrive. They became a cohesive and formidable force, and many of them even joined Nerva on his journey to find more survivors. Together, they traveled the world and spread the teachings of House Isa, becoming a beacon of hope and strength for all those in need. Nerva continued to lead this group for many years, always seeking out new Isa survivors and helping them to reach their full potential. And even when he grew old and grey, Nerva remained a fierce and dedicated leader, always striving to ensure the survival and success of his beloved House Isa.