Approved by Tawny

Name: Aurelien
Age: 17
Gender: Male
Sexual Orientation: Heterosexual
Craft/Rank: Minercraft, Apprentice
History: Born to a small mining hold, Aurelien never expected to make much of his life. He would carry on in the footsteps of his father in the mining craft. His relationship with his parents was never good. He was the third child of a family of six. Aurelien never fancied being in the middle. His time with his parents was limited until he was old enough to become apprentice to his father. At nine turns old, he became an apprentice and began to learn the craft. Lacking entertainment, Aurelien was forced to make his own. And so, while learning the craft from his father, he began to mentally play a game, calculating probabilities. He would try to guess at what would be brought out of the small mine.

Before this, he had spent the majority of his time learning from other miners in the small hold, as well as his siblings. His parents were too busy juggling the mine and his three younger siblings to really focus on each child.

The game changed in intention as Aurelien aged. From the simple need for something to do when his father was busy talking to other miners when he was nine turns old, to a more purposed, systematic gambling. He would create mental scenarios; considering each and deciding which were the most likely to take place. How likely was the mine to cave in? How likely were the miners to run out of air?

A bluerider arrived at the minor hold. His interest in Aurelien was not immediate. Only after the boy assisted him in tying his delivery onto his riding straps did he suggest taking Aurelien to the Weyr. Those games never truly ended; even after Aurelien was Searched at the age of sixteen turns. In fact, even at the Weyr, they have only altered scenarios. How many eggs will there be in a clutch? How many will Hatch? What colors will they be?

Description: He has brown hair that falls neatly over his ears and almost to his shoulders. It is combed out of the way, but not put up unless he's been told to do so. His hazel colored eyes generally shine with mischief. Aurelien is tall (standing at about six foot) and thin. He has a long nose and otherwise plain facial features. He dresses neatly, generally in terrain colors. Greens, browns, greys. He likes to appear mysterious.

Personality: Which side is he on? It's impossible to tell with Aurelien. Whether he's helped or hindered, one has to wonder at this candidate's motives. Oh, he'll gladly help! For a price. What's in it for Aurelien? Though at times he may seem too easily persuaded -- one can expect he's convinced he's getting more out of it than what was promised. People will need to be careful. Aurelien's cunning knows no bounds.

What's in it for him, if he shows another candidate how to peel tubers properly? Ten to one, he considered what he would get out of it before he offered to help. Whether its knowledge he desires or material items (usually the former; knowledge is power!), know that Aurelien will benefit.

Along with making deals, Aurelien loves to guess at what he thinks might happen. He loves to place a bet or two! What eggs will hatch out what color? What gold will rise next? Which Candidates will Impress, and which won't? Aurelien's willing to bet marks on--well, just about everything. If it can be turned into some sort of gamble, it will be. It may be as trivial as when the Candidatemaster's next scolding will be, or what will be served for that evening's supper, Aurelien can make it interesting. At least, worth his while.

One should avoid seeking advice from Aurelien. His counsel often only benefits him. He may lead others to believe that which is not true. Other times, his advice may seem like the only solution. One should remember not to count their firelizards before they're hatched when taking this candidate's suggestions into consideration. The rare occasion that he chooses to share real knowledge; there's something in it for him. It may be information. He may simply be reminding the person in question that they owe him.

Whatever his motives for whatever causes, Aurelien's not about to confess to anything short of "Trying to help".

Despite his flaws, which are many, none can deny that this candidate is charming. He has an air about him, especially when he is speaking. He has a way of getting people to listen to him.

He has a sense of humor! He catches onto how things are said and will poke fun at them. He enjoys making others laugh. He will latch onto words and names that sound alike and make comparisons between the two. Though Aurelien's humor may seem like he's directly attacking some (and at times, he may be!), he intends to amuse. If only himself.

He's a romantic fellow. If he ever found a girl that caught his attention; and that will take some doing, he would become unswervingly loyal to her, as well as protective of her. He would attempt to provide everything she desired. He would dote on her (if allowed to do so) endlessly. If something happened to her, Aurelien would not react well. If another person caused her to become unhappy, or injured in any way, this candidate would do his best to ensure the person in question experienced the same thing (or something worse!). She would be his flicker of light in an otherwise dark night. He will support her in everything she does, unless it directly opposes something her firmly believes.

Aurelien loves chaos! He loves seeing the unexpected happen, but even more than that, he loves seeing people struggle with the unexpected. Don't think he'll offer his help in these situations without being bargained with. He'd much rather observe.

When it comes to getting his own way--or not, Aurelien likes to keep things simple. He can be genuinely kind, when getting his way. When he's not tricking someone out of something. However, he can be pretty nasty when deprived of what he desires. He can be mischevious, pulling pranks on fellow candidates in order to lift his spirits.

Flaws: Gambling, Mysterious, Chaotic, Liar, Sneaky, Selfish
Virtues: Charming, Humorous, Cunning, Romantic, Loving, Loyal

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