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|relative3 = [[Svôldiir Teslek|Svôldiir]] | |relative3 = [[Svôldiir Teslek|Svôldiir]] | ||
|relative4 = [[Gerta Adnar Teslek|Gerta]] | |relative4 = [[Gerta Adnar Teslek|Gerta]] | ||
|aliases=[[Chosen Hero]], '''Honored Warrior of All Species'''|affiliation=[[ | |aliases=[[Chosen Hero]], '''Honored Warrior of All Species'''|affiliation=[[Shíkû Order]], [[Valorèin Royal Marine Corp]], [[First Valorèin Dynasty]], [[Teslek Mega-Farms Corporation]]|occupation = [[Shíkû Commander]], [[General Commander]], [[Wanderer]] | ||
|marital = Bonded | |marital = Bonded | ||
|physique = Extremely muscular with minor vascularity, not grotesque | |physique = Extremely muscular with minor vascularity, not grotesque | ||
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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 [[Ûblai]] 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. | 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 [[Ûblai]] 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. | ||
=== Enlistment and | === Enlistment and Shíkû Trials === | ||
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 [[Ûblai]] 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. | 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 [[Ûblai]] 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. | ||
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He proved to have natural leadership abilities and quickly rose through the ranks. He earned the attention of [[Shíkû Master]] in search of apprentices. Master [[Zarek Skovarik]] and his lifemate [[Olona Skovarik]] of the [[Shíkû Order]] took great interest in him. [[Zarek Skovarik|Master Skovarik]] dueled Merik in a test of his potential to become a [[Shíkû Warrior]]. Merik lost the duel, but that was expected. He, however, proved himself capable enough. [[Zarek Skovarik|Master Skovarik]] was impressed enough that he took Merik as his apprentice. | He proved to have natural leadership abilities and quickly rose through the ranks. He earned the attention of [[Shíkû Master]] in search of apprentices. Master [[Zarek Skovarik]] and his lifemate [[Olona Skovarik]] of the [[Shíkû Order]] took great interest in him. [[Zarek Skovarik|Master Skovarik]] dueled Merik in a test of his potential to become a [[Shíkû Warrior]]. Merik lost the duel, but that was expected. He, however, proved himself capable enough. [[Zarek Skovarik|Master Skovarik]] was impressed enough that he took Merik as his apprentice. | ||
Merik continued to rise to all challenges [[Zarek Skovarik|Master Skovarik]] put him against. He proved not only skilled, but resourceful. He was able to understand new martial arts quickly and proved to be a capable sparing opponent to his master and others. Soon [[Zarek Skovarik|Master Skovarik]] felt Merik was ready to complete the [[ | Merik continued to rise to all challenges [[Zarek Skovarik|Master Skovarik]] put him against. He proved not only skilled, but resourceful. He was able to understand new martial arts quickly and proved to be a capable sparing opponent to his master and others. Soon [[Zarek Skovarik|Master Skovarik]] felt Merik was ready to complete the [[Shíkû Trials|Shíkû Trials]]. | ||
The [[Shíkû Trials]] tested his physical, mental, and spiritual resilience. Merik excelled in tasks such as: | The [[Shíkû Trials]] tested his physical, mental, and spiritual resilience. Merik excelled in tasks such as: | ||
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With over 600 commendations and a kill count approaching half a million, Merik's record stands as a testament to his battlefield prowess. His distinction as a soldier earned him numerous [[Tears of Blood]] commendations, reflecting both his valor and the high cost of his service. | With over 600 commendations and a kill count approaching half a million, Merik's record stands as a testament to his battlefield prowess. His distinction as a soldier earned him numerous [[Tears of Blood]] commendations, reflecting both his valor and the high cost of his service. | ||
Merik Teslek's life story, from his childhood explorations of the [[Northern Reaches]] to his heroic feats in the [[ | Merik Teslek's life story, from his childhood explorations of the [[Northern Reaches]] to his heroic feats in the [[Shíkû Order]] and his seven-year journey of redemption, intertwines with Ûblai's history and mythology. | ||
Ballads recount his victories, murals immortalize his lone stand at [[Kaatok]], and scholars treasure his contributions to preserving the lore of the Northern Reaches. Through his trials, Merik exemplifies the eternal struggle between light and darkness, guilt and redemption, and the enduring power of love and duty. | Ballads recount his victories, murals immortalize his lone stand at [[Kaatok]], and scholars treasure his contributions to preserving the lore of the Northern Reaches. Through his trials, Merik exemplifies the eternal struggle between light and darkness, guilt and redemption, and the enduring power of love and duty. | ||