Justin the Fair

Though I portray the Empire of Ariella as evil, it was actually a God send after the War of the Chosen. Justin the Fair made most of it possible.

This young man of only about twenty winters at the time Shaniko was vanquished, was a thinker and a doer. He wanted to help his fellow people and he liked to think of new ways to do so. He gathered the survivors of the monastery and the support staff around the area and said they had to work together if they were survive. He then negotiated with nearby tribes and groups of people who needed help as well and slowly the Empire came to shape. It was only a few, small cities at first, but with his wisdom and strength, Justin was able to gather a small Empire within twenty years, one he ruled fairly and the people adored him. Of course there were detractors, but Justin listened to them as well, even if he didn't always heed their words.

Justin was dark skinned with short, cropped hair (how many of the legions wear their hair today in memory of Justin). His eyes were a dark brown and there was always a smile upon his face, despite the hardships he faced. He wore the typical outfit found in the Empire now (togas and pallas), though not nearly as elaborate as the Emperor wears his now. He carried a short sword and was very proficient in the short bow. He married a lovely lady named Tensa and they had five children, all boys, though it was said Justin always wished for a girl to spoil.