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'''Merik Teslek''' is a hardened warrior. Shaped through his tour of war, he has become one of, if not the most skilled warrior of the last several 100,000-[[Lethurèan Standard Calendar|Lethurèan-years]]. He is hailed as the “Chosen Hero” and “Honored Warrior of All Species,” is a central figure in the ''[[Legends from Lethurèa Series|Legends from Lethurèa]]'' saga. As a [[Dûrka]] of the [[High Valorèin]], Merik battles with the consequences of war and the relentless grip of the [[The Curse (Valorèin)|The Curse]]. His journey weaves love, loss, and redemption into the tapestry of [[Lethurèa|Lethurèa's]] ongoing struggles. He is betrothed to [[Mêra Ûrlek Teslek|Princess Mêra]] of the [[Heroine's Dynasty]]. His bond with [[Mêra Ûrlek Teslek|Princess Mêra Ûrlek]] serves as both his emotional anchor and a catalyst for his growth. Eventually he becomes known as the '''[[Chosen Hero (Lethurèa)|Chosen Hero]]''' of Prophecy.

|species = [[Valorèin|High Valorèin]]

|offspring1=[[Lèsèa Teslek Zarlek|Lèsèa]] and [[Zarek Teslek|Zarek]]

|offspring2=[[Zûrè Teslek Alkaren|Zûrè]] and [[Melik Teslek|Melik]]

|offspring7=[[Kûlik Teslek|Kûlik]] and [[Gía Teslek Kèrlek|Gía]]

|sibling3 = [[Nè'eta Teslek Gaalen|Nè'eta]]

|sibling4 = [[Odèa Teslek Vornlek|Odèa]] and [[Korek Teslek|Korek]]

|sibling7 = [[Jèna Teslek Kolmenlek|Jèna]]

|sibling8 = [[Milren Teslek|Milren]] and [[Nèma Teslek Borlek|Nèma]]

|aliases=[[Chosen Hero]], '''Honored Warrior of All Species'''|affiliation=[[Shíkû Order]], [[Valorèin Royal Marine Corp]], [[Heroine's Dynasty]], [[Teslek Mega-Farms Corporation]]|occupation = [[Shíkû Commander]], [[General Commander]], [[Wanderer]]

Merik was born into privilege on [[Ûblâ]], within the sprawling [[Teslek Multigenerational Complex]]. His family, stewards of the [[Teslek Mega-Farms Corporation]], wielded immense influence, yet Merik's upbringing was steeped in humility and duty, instilled by his war-scarred father, [[Malek Teslek]], and his nurturing mother, [[Lûwela Niiran Teslek]]. At less than a [[Lethurèan Standard Calendar|Lethurèan Year]], he was introduced to his life long friend and future partner, [[Mêra Ûrlek Teslek|Princess Mêra]]. They were fast friends and proved inseparable. As soon as Merik was allowed on his own, he took up partial residence at the [[First Royal Palace]] migrating to and from, the [[First Royal Palace]] and the [[Teslek Multigenerational Complex|Multigenerational Complex]].

Merik's experiences in the Northern Reaches shaped his future as a warrior and protector. His navigation skills were invaluable during his Wanderings of [[Lethurèa]]. He was able to assist in a counter offensive effort when [[Ûblâ]] was invaded by the [[Malisik]]. The [[Malisik]] whom had taken control of the [[Polar Crown]] and in turn the [[Northern Reaches]], were immune to the malice of their kin. This allowed for an advanced staging ground that gave the [[Malisik Horde|Horde]] an impressive advantage. Merik's maps assisted in scouting of the area and later the movement of warriors through the area.

At 22 [[Lethurèan Calendar|Lethurèan years]] (36 [[Têran Calendar|Têran-years]]), Merik enlisted in the [[First Valorèin Royal Marines]], inspired by his family's military legacy. The recruiter that inspired his enlistment spoke of the call to defend [[Ûblâ]] and those he loved from the [[Malisik Horde]]. He spoke of the glory to his name and the place he would take in the [[It'slâmwâ|Lethurèan Heaven]]. His enlistment distressed [[Mêra Ûrlek Teslek|Princess Mêra]] greatly. He had proclaimed his love for her. The shock of him leaving so soon after his confession of love disturbed her greatly. She explained to Merik that if he were to die at war she would not have the will to carry on. She pleaded for him to stay and reconsider, but to no avail.

Upon the moment of departure, [[Mêra Ûrlek Teslek|Princess Mêra]] gave Merik a kiss so passionate that he almost considered not leaving. This is significant as touching, kissing, or even holding hands with a courter is against moral code in [[Valorèin]] culture.

Emerging as a [[Shíkû Commander]], Merik was entrusted with leading a squad of elite warriors in missions critical to multiple conflicts across [[Lethurèa]]. They proved to be pivotal in the liberation and protection of many planets.

'''Merik's''' squad, composed of [[Tarek Zurlek|Tarek]], [[Vorek Onoran|Vorek]], [[Yoren Sokova|Yoren]], [[Kèra Jel'lek|Kèra]], [[Elêta Terlek Pavarii|Elêta]], [[Delkar Pavarii|Delkar]], and [[Kèlik Mel'lek|Kèlik]], achieved numerous victories against the [[Malisik Horde]]. However, the war and the relentless grip of the [[The Curse (Valorèin)]] took a devastating toll:

* [[Kèlik Mel'lek|Kèlik]] was killed by a [[Suk’û’lû]], stabbed through his primary heart.

* [[Vorek Onoron|Vorek]] and [[Kèra Jel'lek|Kèra]] died in each others arms after being shot through the heart by a volley of gunfire.

* '''Delkar's Rampancy:''' [[Delkar Pavarii|Delkar]] was a quarter [[Têran]], three quarters [[Valorèin]]. This somehow weakened his resistance to [[The Curse (Valorèin)|the Curse]]. He had recently confessed his love for [[Elêta Terlek Pavarii|Elêta]] and was to be discharged within a [[Lethurèan Calendar|Lethurèan Week]]. However, a tragic turn of events occurred an Delkar became [[Rampancy|Rampant]]. [[Elêta Terlek Pavarii|Elêta]], [[Delkar Pavarii|Delkar]], and '''Merik''' were the only surviving members of '''Merik's''' original squadron. Well [[Delkar Pavarii|Delkar]] became [[Rampancy|Rampant]] he turned into a Vampiric, Zombie-like creature. '''Merik''' was forced to run him through with [[Malis Íkodus]]. '''Merik''' lived [[Lethurèan Calendar|years]] believing he had been forced to slay his subordinate and friend. He left [[Elêta Terlek Pavarii|Elêta]] to grieve while returning to the [[Shíkû Headquarters]]. She never returned, she was marked ''Missing-in-action.'' '''Merik''', however, was quite certain she committed [[Ritual Suicide (Valorèin)|''Ritual Suicide'']].

Merik did not immediately return to his homeworld. Instead for seven [[Lethurèan Calendar|Lethurèan years]], Merik roamed many planets across [[Yedistren]], lending his skills to the vulnerable and forsaken. His acts of service included:

* '''Becoming Honored One:''' Merik's time among all the species of Lethurèa earned him the respect of all species. He gained the title of Honored One from all species, hence his title '''"Honored One of All Species."'''

Through these selfless acts, Merik became a symbol of hope, strength and redemption, and even fear to his enemies, though he remained haunted by his past and [[The Curse (Valorèin)|the Curse's]] unyielding grip.

'''Merik''' began to suffer greatly from [[The Curse (Valorèin)|the Curse]]. He was only able to subsist off [[Blood]] and [[Alcohol]]. He was suffering from what many [[Valorèin]] refer to as the Creature. It would manifest itself through feelings, emotions, and the cravings. '''Merik''' almost succumbed to [[The Curse (Valorèin)|The Curse]] several times. He would venture far from civilization in a near-rampant, delusional state. The only part of his mind in control would take him to places to hunt beasts and feed. During one of these "hunting trips," he found himself in the [[Northern Reaches]] of [[Ûblâ]]. Here he witness the [[Malisik Horde|Malisik Horde's]] invasion force. He was fortunate that he was there at this pivotal moment for the [[War on Ûblâ]]. He slaughtered the first scouting part which would delay the [[Malisik Horde]] for some time. He was able to warn the [[First Valorèin Royal Army]] of the invasion. When arriving home, he encountered an intervention with his [[Lûwela Niiran Teslek|mother]], [[Malek Teslek|father]], [[Onja Nel'lek Teslek|grandmother]], [[Jarak Teslek|grandfather]], [[Gerta Ornan Teslek|great-grandmother]], and [[Svôldiir Teslek|great-grandfather]]. He interrupted the intervention with news of the invasion. He then left for his home within the [[Teslek Multigenerational Complex]]. [[Anèta]] expressed her concern. She reveals that [[Lûwela Niiran Teslek|Lûwela]], his mother had been speaking to her. [[Lûwela Niiran Teslek|Lûwela]] asked [[Anèta]] to speak with him as she knew [[Anèta]] and '''Merik''' were close. [[Zûrik Ûrlek|King Zûrik]] had sent '''Merik''' a letter wishing to speak about [[Mêra Ûrlek Teslek|Princess Mêra]] and the ''"Nature of War."'' Merik left the following morning.

Merik arrived at the [[Royal City (Lethurèa)|Royal City]] he encounter a cloaked figure that he brushed against. The sensation he got was familiar yet foreign to him. Upon arrival to the [[First Royal Palace|Royal Palace]] he spoke with [[Zûrik Ûrlek|King Zûrik]]. [[Zûrik Ûrlek|King Zûrik]] mentioned that he had known about the invasion through his connection to his late wife [[Lesèa Vêzra Ûrlek|Queen Lesèa]]. The [[Soul-Tether]] between them allow him to communicate with [[Lesèa Vêzra Ûrlek|Queen Lesèa]] even beyond death. [[Zûrik Ûrlek|King Zûrik]] explained that the [[First Royal Army]] needed maps of the [[Northern Reaches]]. '''Merik''' having mapped them during his youth was the only one who could provide such maps. Then [[Mêra Ûrlek Teslek|Princess Mêra]] arrived. '''Merik''' concealed his identity initial. However, he brushed her consciousness with his [[Telepathy]]. This immediately made her aware of who he was. As they spent time together that day [[Mêra Ûrlek Teslek|Princess Mêra]] discovered what he had done after he was discharged from the [[First Royal Army]]. She discovered his trauma and establish she would be the one to heal his mental wounds.

* '''[[First Battle of Notalkor]]:''' This was '''Merik's''' first major engagement. He was deployed with his squadron to [[Notalkor]] a Temperate grassland world with three massive [[Mega Farm|Mega Farms]], all run by [[Teslek Mega-Farm Corporation]]. The engagement lasted half [[Lethurèan Calendar|Lethurèan Month]]  or fifty days, with the [[First Battle of Notalkor]] lasting five days. Merik and his squadron were recalled after fifteen days when the [[Valorèin Royal Elite Corp]] and [[Valorèin Royal Marine Corp]] were able to properly deploy. [[Tarek Zurlek|Tarek]] perished within the last few hours of the battle.

* '''[[Fortress Siege of Alinkar]]''': At a snow-covered fortress, Merik and 700 Valorèin warriors faced a Malisik ambush. '''Merik''' was knocked unconscious during the skirmish, when his [[Valorèin Command Armor|Command Armor]] was struck by a [[Fusion Weapon|Fusion]] Rocket. It melted to his chest leaving him with his iconic chest scar. [[Vorek Onoron|Vorek]] and [[Kèra Jel'lek|Kèra]] perished due to ''fatal'' injuries. [[Delkar Pavarii|Delkar]] and [[Elêta Terlek Pavarii|Elêta]] saved '''Merik''', but were unable to heal [[Vorek Onoron|Vorek]] and [[Kèra Jel'lek|Kèra]] due to [[Wounded Heart (Lethurèa)|Wounded Hearts]].

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