Thief and Guard
When Stefan was hired to steal something from the Inner Palace, he thought it would be a challenge. He got in, had the requested item, and was prepared to get out when something else caught his eye. Unfortunately, the delay nearly got him caught by the Captain of the Guard and the King herself.
Stefan decided to skip town until the heat simmers down, but it turns out he stole a key - one that could unlock secrets that could devestate the kingdom. Before he can decide what to do about it, he's caught and dragged to the Northern Tower, where the Captain of the Guard, Henrik, has been reassigned.
Henrik is determined to see Stefan brought to justice, but the other item has been sealed to him and is slowly killing him. Henrik drags Stefan back to the capital, but before they get there they realize that the key could hold the country's only hope of slavation - and only if they move quickly.
Despite their differences, Stefan and Henrik manage to pull together a ragtag team of heroes that are ready to save the country, hopefully all before Stefan dies, because he may be the only one who can keep things in balance.
Age: 19-20
Height: 5'31/2"
Occupation: Thief
Weapons: He used to have his own dagger and set of tools, now he has Henrik's dagger and whatever other little things he takes from their traveling companions. He has a hard time using magical items so usually relies on his skills and wits.
Basic Story: Stefan was orphaned at a young age. He was raised by a guild of thieves. His ears are pointed but he keeps them hidden.
Personality: Stefan is snarky, opportunistic, and has no real understanding of personal boundaries. He Is also very cocky and is very convinced that if he can't take on the world, someone else will help him, and so far he isn't wrong. He's very free-spirited and all he wants is to stay out of prison and living life the way that makes him happy.
Henrik
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Age: 24
Height: 6'3"
Occupation: Guard, former Captain
Weapons: Sword, dagger, and limited magical abilities. Mostly he can use magical items.
Basic Story: Henrik was born and raised to herd sheep, but like everyone else in his country was taught basic swordsmanship. As he got older he decided to try for the Agnorian army. He rose quickly through the ranks and when the new King was crowned he became her Captain of the Guard. At least until Stefan ruined that for him and he was reassigned to the northern border.
Personality: Henrik is very stoic, or at least he would like to think so. He is everything a guard should be - honest, brave, loyal, and true. Only he has a sense of humor and a bit of wanderlust, so guard duty has never truly suited him.
Note: They do end up together at the end of the story, so couple pictures are perfectly acceptable.