The Five Kingdoms*

meet some of the characters

_Name:_ King Mercury Blackwood

_Title:_ King of the Beastkin Kingdom (Therian)

_Age:_ 350 (appears 35 due to Beastkin longevity)

_Species:_ Beastkin (anthropomorphic wolf)

*Physical Description:

- Height: 6'5"
Eyes: Piercing amber
Hair: Silver-tipped black, worn in a simple, elegant style
Build: Muscular, athletic, with a subtle aura of wisdom

*Personality:

- Stoic, with a deep sense of calm
- Sage-like wisdom, gained from centuries of experience
- Compassionate yet reserved
- Strategic thinker, always considering long-term consequences
Dry, witty humor

*Background:

- Born to a legendary Beastkin clan
- Ascended to throne after his father's passing
- United warring Beastkin factions under his rule
- Married Queen Venus of the Heavenly Kingdom, forging a historic alliance
- Father of Lizbeth Black, the Pixie of Blight

*Abilities:

- Shape-shifting (wolf and human forms)
- Elemental control (earth, air, water)
- Enhanced strength, speed, agility
- Empathic connection to nature and Beastkin
- Mastery of ancient magic and lore

*Weaknesses:

- Overthinking, leading to indecision
- Emotional detachment, making it difficult to connect with others
- Vulnerability to dark magic
- Balancing duty as king and father

*Goals:

- Maintain peace among the Five Kingdoms
- Protect Lizbeth from those exploiting her powers
Strengthen Therian's alliances and economy
- Unite the Beastkin clans under his leadership
- Preserve ancient knowledge and traditions

*Relationships:

Queen Venus (wife)
Lizbeth Black (daughter)
- Rin Black (daughter in law/ sister in arms)
King Hibiki (ally)
Queen Glenda (respected friend)

*Motivations:

- Duty to his kingdom
- Desire for peace and cooperation among realms
- Protecting the natural balance
- Preserving wisdom and knowledge for future generations

*Philosophy:

"A king's strength lies not in his power, but in his wisdom."
"The balance of nature is the balance of our souls."