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'''Merik | '''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-[[LethurĂȘan Standard Calendar|LethurĂȘan-years]]. He is hailed as the âChosen Heroâ and âHonored Warrior of All Species,â is a central figure in the ''[[Legends from LethurĂȘa Series|Legends from LethurĂȘa]]'' saga. As a [[DĂ»rka]] of the [[High ValorĂȘin]], Merik battles with the consequences of war and the relentless grip of the [[The Curse (ValorĂȘin)|The Curse]]. His journey weaves love, loss, and redemption into the tapestry of [[LethurĂȘa|LethurĂȘa's]] ongoing struggles. He is betrothed to [[MĂȘra Ărlek Teslek|Princess MĂȘra]] of the [[Heroine's Dynasty]]. His bond with [[MĂȘra Ărlek Teslek|Princess MĂȘra Ărlek]] serves as both his emotional anchor and a catalyst for his growth. Eventually he becomes known as the '''[[Chosen Hero (LethurĂȘa)|Chosen Hero]]''' of Prophecy. | ||
{{Character | {{Character | ||
|name = Merik | |name = Merik Teslek | ||
|image = MerikMega-Farm.jpg | |image = MerikMega-Farm.jpg | ||
|species = [[ValorĂȘin|High ValorĂȘin]] | |species = [[ValorĂȘin|High ValorĂȘin]] | ||
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|weight = 850 lbs. | |weight = 850 lbs. | ||
|features = Scarred physique; explosion-shaped burn on left shoulder | |features = Scarred physique; explosion-shaped burn on left shoulder | ||
|birthplace = [[ | |birthplace = [[Teslek Multigenerational Complex]] | ||
|partner = [[MĂȘra Ărlek | |partner = [[MĂȘra Ărlek Teslek|Princess MĂȘra Ărlek]] | ||
|birthPlace=[[ | |birthPlace=[[Teslek Multigenerational Complex]], [[ĂblĂą]] | ||
|offspring1=[[LĂȘsĂȘa | |offspring1=[[LĂȘsĂȘa Teslek Zarlek|LĂȘsĂȘa]] and [[Zarek Teslek|Zarek]] | ||
|offspring2=[[ZĂ»rĂȘ | |offspring2=[[ZĂ»rĂȘ Teslek Alkaren|ZĂ»rĂȘ]] and [[Melik Teslek|Melik]] | ||
|offspring3=[[LĂ©la | |offspring3=[[LĂ©la Teslek Ornard|LĂ©la]] | ||
|offspring4=[[Malen | |offspring4=[[Malen Teslek|Malen]] | ||
|offspring5=[[Jaren | |offspring5=[[Jaren Teslek|Jaren]] and [[Zarith Teslek|Zarith]] | ||
|offspring6=[[Volona | |offspring6=[[Volona Teslek Vorder]] | ||
|offspring7=[[KĂ»lik | |offspring7=[[KĂ»lik Teslek|KĂ»lik]] and [[GĂa Teslek KĂȘrlek|GĂa]] | ||
|mother = [[LĂ»wela NĂȘran | |mother = [[LĂ»wela NĂȘran Teslek|LĂ»wela]] | ||
|father = [[Malek | |father = [[Malek Teslek|Malek]] | ||
|sibling1 = [[Mathinar | |sibling1 = [[Mathinar Teslek|Mathinar]] and [[Zeginar Teslek|Zeginar]] | ||
|sibling2 = [[DĆŸesela | |sibling2 = [[DĆŸesela Teslek Zerenlek|DĆŸesela]] | ||
|sibling3 = [[NĂȘ'eta | |sibling3 = [[NĂȘ'eta Teslek Gaalen|NĂȘ'eta]] | ||
|sibling4 = [[OdĂȘa | |sibling4 = [[OdĂȘa Teslek Vornlek|OdĂȘa]] and [[Korek Teslek|Korek]] | ||
|sibling5 = [[Nelik | |sibling5 = [[Nelik Teslek|Nelik]] and [[VĂ©len Teslek|VĂ©len]] | ||
|sibling6 = [[Almik | |sibling6 = [[Almik Teslek|Almik]] | ||
|sibling7 = [[JĂȘna | |sibling7 = [[JĂȘna Teslek Kolmenlek|JĂȘna]] | ||
|sibling8 = [[Milren | |sibling8 = [[Milren Teslek|Milren]] and [[NĂȘma Teslek Borlek|NĂȘma]] | ||
|relative1 = [[Jarak | |relative1 = [[Jarak Teslek|Jarak]] | ||
|relative2 = [[Onja Vorlek | |relative2 = [[Onja Vorlek Teslek|Onja]] | ||
|relative3 = [[SvĂŽldiir | |relative3 = [[SvĂŽldiir Teslek|SvĂŽldiir]] | ||
|relative4 = [[Gerta Adnar | |relative4 = [[Gerta Adnar Teslek|Gerta]] | ||
|aliases=[[Chosen Hero]], '''Honored Warrior of All Species'''|affiliation=[[ShĂkĂ» Order]], [[ValorĂȘin Royal Marine Corp]], [[Heroine's Dynasty]], [[Mega-Farm Mega-Farms Corporation]]|occupation = [[ShĂkĂ» Commander]], [[General Commander]], [[Wanderer]] | |aliases=[[Chosen Hero]], '''Honored Warrior of All Species'''|affiliation=[[ShĂkĂ» Order]], [[ValorĂȘin Royal Marine Corp]], [[Heroine's Dynasty]], [[Mega-Farm Mega-Farms Corporation]]|occupation = [[ShĂkĂ» Commander]], [[General Commander]], [[Wanderer]] | ||
|marital = Bonded | |marital = Bonded | ||
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=== Early Life === | === Early Life === | ||
Merik was born into privilege on [[ĂblĂą]], within the sprawling [[Mega-Farm Multigenerational Complex]]. His family, stewards of the [[Mega-Farm Mega-Farms Corporation]], wielded immense influence, yet Merik's upbringing was steeped in humility and duty, instilled by his war-scarred father, [[Malek | Merik was born into privilege on [[ĂblĂą]], within the sprawling [[Mega-Farm Multigenerational Complex]]. His family, stewards of the [[Mega-Farm 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, [[LĂ»wela Niiran Teslek]]. At less than a [[LethurĂȘan Standard Calendar|LethurĂȘan Year]], he was introduced to his life long friend and future partner, [[MĂȘra Ărlek Teslek|Princess MĂȘra]]. 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]]. | ||
From an early age, Merik was captivated by the lore and dangers of the [[Northern Reaches]], a region haunted by the lingering malevolence of the long dead [[Det'sikar]] killed during the ancient [[Battle of the Northern Reaches]]. These lands, dotted with [[Det'sikar Burial Mounds]], drew Merik's curiosity and courage. He knew few could venture within the [[Northern Reaches]] and that it was unsafe for almost all ventures. He found he had a unique immunity to the malice of the [[Det'sikar Burial Mounds|Burial Mounds]]. | From an early age, Merik was captivated by the lore and dangers of the [[Northern Reaches]], a region haunted by the lingering malevolence of the long dead [[Det'sikar]] killed during the ancient [[Battle of the Northern Reaches]]. These lands, dotted with [[Det'sikar Burial Mounds]], drew Merik's curiosity and courage. He knew few could venture within the [[Northern Reaches]] and that it was unsafe for almost all ventures. He found he had a unique immunity to the malice of the [[Det'sikar Burial Mounds|Burial Mounds]]. | ||
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=== Enlistment and ShĂkĂ» Trials === | === Enlistment and ShĂkĂ» Trials === | ||
At 22 [[LethurĂȘan Calendar|LethurĂȘan years]] (36 [[TĂȘran Calendar|TĂȘran-years]]), Merik enlisted in the [[First ValorĂȘin Royal Marines]], inspired by his family's military legacy. The recruiter that inspired his enlistment spoke of the call to defend [[ĂblĂą]] 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'slĂąmwĂą|LethurĂȘan Heaven]]. His enlistment distressed [[MĂȘra Ărlek | At 22 [[LethurĂȘan Calendar|LethurĂȘan years]] (36 [[TĂȘran Calendar|TĂȘran-years]]), Merik enlisted in the [[First ValorĂȘin Royal Marines]], inspired by his family's military legacy. The recruiter that inspired his enlistment spoke of the call to defend [[ĂblĂą]] 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'slĂąmwĂą|LethurĂȘan Heaven]]. His enlistment distressed [[MĂȘra Ărlek Teslek|Princess MĂȘra]] 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, [[MĂȘra Ărlek | Upon the moment of departure, [[MĂȘra Ărlek Teslek|Princess MĂȘra]] 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 [[ValorĂȘin]] culture. | ||
Merik arrived at his initial bootcamp and distinguished himself for his mastery of [[Tie Paa (Martial Art)|Tie Paa]], overwhelming stamina, and his incredible strength. He not only was more physically capable than his comrades, but he also had an incredible wit and was sharper than most. His [[Kledrad]] named [[Malis Ăkodus]] drew attention for its flawlessness and unnaturally light weight even for a weapon made of [[Varkest]]. Merik would later in life discover the significant of these feats and his weapon. | Merik arrived at his initial bootcamp and distinguished himself for his mastery of [[Tie Paa (Martial Art)|Tie Paa]], overwhelming stamina, and his incredible strength. He not only was more physically capable than his comrades, but he also had an incredible wit and was sharper than most. His [[Kledrad]] named [[Malis Ăkodus]] drew attention for its flawlessness and unnaturally light weight even for a weapon made of [[Varkest]]. Merik would later in life discover the significant of these feats and his weapon. | ||
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=== Return to [[ĂblĂą]] === | === Return to [[ĂblĂą]] === | ||
'''Merik''' began to suffer greatly from [[The Curse (ValorĂȘin)|the Curse]]. He was only able to subsist off [[Blood]] and [[Alcohol]]. He was suffering from what many [[ValorĂȘin]] refer to as the Creature. It would manifest itself through feelings, emotions, and the cravings. '''Merik''' almost succumbed to [[The Curse (ValorĂȘin)|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 [[ĂblĂą]]. 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 ĂblĂą]]. He slaughtered the first scouting part which would delay the [[Malisik Horde]] for some time. He was able to warn the [[First ValorĂȘin Royal Army]] of the invasion. When arriving home, he encountered an intervention with his [[LĂ»wela Niiran | '''Merik''' began to suffer greatly from [[The Curse (ValorĂȘin)|the Curse]]. He was only able to subsist off [[Blood]] and [[Alcohol]]. He was suffering from what many [[ValorĂȘin]] refer to as the Creature. It would manifest itself through feelings, emotions, and the cravings. '''Merik''' almost succumbed to [[The Curse (ValorĂȘin)|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 [[ĂblĂą]]. 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 ĂblĂą]]. He slaughtered the first scouting part which would delay the [[Malisik Horde]] for some time. He was able to warn the [[First ValorĂȘin Royal Army]] of the invasion. When arriving home, he encountered an intervention with his [[LĂ»wela Niiran Teslek|mother]], [[Malek Teslek|father]], [[Onja Nel'lek Teslek|grandmother]], [[Jarak Teslek|grandfather]], [[Gerta Ornan Teslek|great-grandmother]], and [[SvĂŽldiir Teslek|great-grandfather]]. He interrupted the intervention with news of the invasion. He then left for his home within the [[Teslek Multigenerational Complex]]. [[AnĂȘta]] expressed her concern. She reveals that [[LĂ»wela Niiran Teslek|LĂ»wela]], his mother had been speaking to her. [[LĂ»wela Niiran Teslek|LĂ»wela]] asked [[AnĂȘta]] to speak with him as she knew [[AnĂȘta]] and '''Merik''' were close. [[ZĂ»rik Ărlek|King ZĂ»rik]] had sent '''Merik''' a letter wishing to speak about [[MĂȘra Ărlek Teslek|Princess MĂȘra]] and the ''"Nature of War."'' Merik left the following morning. | ||
=== Reunion with Princess MĂȘra === | === Reunion with Princess MĂȘra === | ||
Merik arrived at the [[Royal City (LethurĂȘa)|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 [[ZĂ»rik Ărlek|King ZĂ»rik]]. [[ZĂ»rik Ărlek|King ZĂ»rik]] mentioned that he had known about the invasion through his connection to his late wife [[LesĂȘa VĂȘzra Ărlek|Queen LesĂȘa]]. The [[Soul-Tether]] between them allow him to communicate with [[LesĂȘa VĂȘzra Ărlek|Queen LesĂȘa]] even beyond death. [[ZĂ»rik Ărlek|King ZĂ»rik]] 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 [[MĂȘra Ărlek | Merik arrived at the [[Royal City (LethurĂȘa)|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 [[ZĂ»rik Ărlek|King ZĂ»rik]]. [[ZĂ»rik Ărlek|King ZĂ»rik]] mentioned that he had known about the invasion through his connection to his late wife [[LesĂȘa VĂȘzra Ărlek|Queen LesĂȘa]]. The [[Soul-Tether]] between them allow him to communicate with [[LesĂȘa VĂȘzra Ărlek|Queen LesĂȘa]] even beyond death. [[ZĂ»rik Ărlek|King ZĂ»rik]] 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 [[MĂȘra Ărlek Teslek|Princess MĂȘra]] 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 [[MĂȘra Ărlek Teslek|Princess MĂȘra]] 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. | ||
=== Dero'bĂŽkor and Memory Healing === | === Dero'bĂŽkor and Memory Healing === | ||
'''Merik''' ''denied'' [[MĂȘra Ărlek | '''Merik''' ''denied'' [[MĂȘra Ărlek Teslek|Princess MĂȘra]] the right to [[Telepathy|Telepathically]] receive his memories. [[MĂȘra Ărlek Teslek|Princess MĂȘra]] decided to use an ancient device known as a [[Dero'bĂŽkor]] to help him recall memories in a less traumatic way for [[MĂȘra Ărlek Teslek|Princess MĂȘra]] than a memory transfer. '''Merik''' and [[MĂȘra Ărlek Teslek|Princess MĂȘra]] use the [[Dero'bĂŽkor]] to confront his traumatic past. These shared experiences, such as the loss of Delkar and the [[Battle of Kaatok]], deepen their bond and allow Merik to begin processing his pain and guilt. '''Merik''' discovered his own secrets about [[MĂȘra Ărlek Teslek|Princess MĂȘra]]. | ||
=== Lost Love === | === Lost Love === | ||
'''Merik''' discovers that [[MĂȘra Ărlek | '''Merik''' discovers that [[MĂȘra Ărlek Teslek|Princess MĂȘra's]] affections for him had been lost. She loved the '''''"Old Merik."''''' Th | ||
=== Training MĂȘra === | === Training MĂȘra === | ||
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== Fragments and Their Role == | == Fragments and Their Role == | ||
The [[Fragment (Technology)|Fragment]] of [[MĂȘra Ărlek | The [[Fragment (Technology)|Fragment]] of [[MĂȘra Ărlek Teslek|Princess MĂȘra]], housed in a locket, plays a central role in Merik's emotional journey: | ||
* '''Symbol of Love:''' Preserves a moment of tenderness with MĂȘra, reminding Merik of their bond. | * '''Symbol of Love:''' Preserves a moment of tenderness with MĂȘra, reminding Merik of their bond. | ||
* '''Source of Strength:''' Comforts him in his darkest moments, helping him endure. | * '''Source of Strength:''' Comforts him in his darkest moments, helping him endure. | ||
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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 | Merik Teslek's life story, from his childhood explorations of the [[Northern Reaches]] to his heroic feats in the [[ShĂkĂ» Order]] and his seven-year journey of redemption, intertwines with ĂblĂą'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. | ||