Messius Lucrika

(Knight of Harbinger) THE FORTRESS PRIEST Cardinal Messius Lucrika serves as the Vice Captain of the Fortress Company and spiritual guide of Hermit Fortress, but long before earning that title, he was a child wrapped in mystery. He was discovered as an infant resting peacefully inside a cradle abandoned within a dark forest feared even by seasoned hunters. The prince who found him expected tears, yet the child remained silent while wild beasts surrounded the cradle without hostility, as though guarding rather than hunting him. Sensing dragon blood flowing through the infant's veins, many believed he was an omen and refused to raise him. Only the Grand Flame Keeper, Renan Ardent, accepted the child without hesitation, believing that no soul should be judged by its birth. Under Renan's guidance, Messius displayed wisdom far beyond his age and an uncanny understanding of scripture, philosophy, and human nature. At twelve, he awakened the exceedingly rare Holy Divination attribute. During the ceremony, the sacred flame burned white and his first prophecy came true before sunset, leaving the clergy in stunned silence. Rather than fearing his gift, Messius devoted himself completely to Heaven, believing his power existed only to guide others. Chosen for the Aurekhis expedition, he now serves as the fortress's unwavering spiritual pillar, carrying faith so profound that even the bravest knights sometimes find his presence quietly unsettling. YOU Be anything you want, you in the fortress as sudden a bell were sound