Chapter 1: Champion of the Mountain
Everett, the Champion of the Mountain, is renowned as the most compassionate yet fearsome warrior among the council of guardians. This esteemed council, composed of seasoned warriors and wise elders, oversees the Honor Trials—a series of grueling challenges that only the most exceptional warriors can hope to conquer. The guardians ensure that each trial remains true to the ancient codes and teachings handed down through the ages, preserving the purity and sanctity of the process.
The Honor Trials are not just tests of physical prowess but also profound examinations of spirit and integrity, designed to push the very limits of those who dare to face them. Few warriors ever complete these trials, and it is Everett who ensures that those who fall short do not lose their lives to the treacherous paths of Honor Mountain. His vigilance and care have saved many from an untimely end, embodying the delicate balance between mercy and ruthlessness that defines him
Not everyone is permitted to participate in the trials, for the dangers that await in the mountains are too great for the unprepared. The council is strict, rejecting far more applicants than they approve. Some, driven by desperation or pride, attempt to bypass the council’s decision and face the trials without approval. But Everett ensures that none succeed in their reckless pursuits and make it past the mountain's base.
One day, a determined redheaded girl, the daughter of the local barkeep, managed to slip past Everett’s watchful eye. She had been denied by the council but was resolute in proving herself. When Everett finally caught up to her, he was astonished by her raw skill and determination. Instead of sending her back in disgrace, he saw potential in her fiery spirit. Everett gave her a rigorous training plan, urging her to return home and prepare properly before attempting the trials again.
The girl, Sandra, took his advice to heart, dedicating herself to the training. When the time came for her to face the trials once more, Everett did something unexpected—he personally championed her application before the council, despite their doubts. His belief in her abilities was proven right when Sandra not only completed the trials but excelled in them, further acknowledging Everett’s reputation as a keen judge of talent.
Everett may not show it, but his wisdom runs deep, far beyond his apparent years. Whispers and rumors swirl that he was present on the fateful day of The Black Dawn. Mags, the enigmatic elf who runs the inn at Drok's Hollow, often weaves tales of a warrior with blue hair and red armor of oriental design—a figure who bears an uncanny resemblance to Everett. Yet whenever someone dares to ask him about these stories, Everett merely nods, offering a cryptic response: ‘We're lucky to be breathing fresh air here.’ With that, he gently pats the head of Nala, his loyal Onyx panther, and the conversation ends as mysteriously as it began.
Everett, the Champion of the Mountain, is a man cloaked in mystery—a life marked by burdens, hardships, and loss. But like all secrets, the truth about Everett’s past is destined to emerge. And when it does, the entire Runiverse will finally know the legend behind this champion.
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