"A wind assassin has nothing to hide but himself.
Those who are able to not make a sound
are the ones that can survive against all odds.
Silence is a gift that not all are blessed with.
Those who have it, embrace it and those without it, miss it."

▬▬▬▬▬ FRITZ KENT GERMAIN • • • • •
▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ as played by Xavi

❖ Araneae or Fritz
❖ Valsozn ventus (wind elemental)
❖ Male
❖ Asexual
❖ Single and not looking to mingle
❖ 25
❖ 6-6"
❖ Brilliant cyan orbs
❖ Dull, grizzled teal hair

❖ APPEARANCE Likely not something you'll see, Fritz has a large scar that runs from his right shoulder to his left lower rib. Only Melik and Rroy know about it for it came about during one of their missions. Rroy, who was protecting Melik, had his flank completely exposed. At the very last second, Fritz dove in to shield the raven, taking the full lash of the blade to his back. To this day, Rroy still feels guilty about it but Fritz honestly cannot be happier. He is the only member of their group to have a scar for saving Rroy's life.

Fritz also has a mark in the shape of a spider on his inside left wrist (it's about 1-inch long).

His attire is very seemingly unorthodox but a quick read on Germain lore and lineage explains that this attire matches the attire his ancestors wore. He wears form fitting kevlar-like skin-tight shirts. Atop the shirt is his shawl or cloak. The skin-tight shirt is usually a light, silvery color whereas the shawl is usually darker in color, either charcoal gray or black. He wears jika-tabi, heel-less boots, often black in color, and his pants are special trousers with double-ties that fasten at the ankles, knees, and waist. From his ankles to his knees, his legs are wrapped with a pale gray cloth. This same wrapping material is also used between his wrists and elbows. A material similar to his trousers is also cut in a 2-inch thick strip and is tied around his head. The long tails are constantly blowing in the wind to alert Fritz to the wind's true direction. It's easier to go with the wind, than to try and change it.

❖ SKILLS As a Valsozn ventus, Fritz is graced with the power of the wind. The wind can be both protective and destructive. He can create large wind-shields to repeal attacks or he can conjure up large torrents of wind to carry away an enemy. He's also been known to force people off their toes with a good gust of wind. And he can also do the opposite--pulling people to him by letting the wind guide them his way.

Much like the wind, Fritz can also vanish. It is often hard to see the wind so he has learned to meld and blend with it. It's not easy for patience is key. Thankfully, Fritz is probably the most patient and laid back man you'll ever met.

Naturally, he's also fast. He let's the wind carry his feet great distances at impeccable speeds.

And although it may seem misplaced, Fritz can also summon a large female spider by the name of Sylvia. He rarely does this for Sylvia isn't really a summon. It's more like he can teleport her to his location. Fritz will only call her forth when he is too weak to escape as Sylvia's strength is unrelated to his own. She is merely a mythological creature that appreciates his love of the wind.

Weapon-wise, he fights with a staff, a pole, or a pair of sai. Believe it or not, the three items are actually one and the same. The staff is created by sealing the sai to the pole and infusing it with wind magic.

❖ WEAKNESS Similar to humans, Fritz can get sick. Unlike humans, he can't die from his ailments. The only way to really kill him is to attack his unique Valsozn organ. His organ is located beside his brain and it is attached to his spine and brain. This organ is what allows him to go invisible as well as control the wind. Invisibility is of the mind whereas his ability to control his powers lays within his bones. Fritz needs to use caution with his actions for if he breaks his bones, he won't be able to use his wind. He won't die, but his wind abilities are limited severely. And should someone bewitch or intoxicate his mind, he's abilities to go invisible are no longer possible until the haze wears off.

❖ PERSONALITY Fritz is a quiet man who rarely speaks for he finds peace silence. However, when he does speak, it is usually something worth listening to. The man has been known to talk in riddles and rhymes. He does this not to be an ass, but rather to let people know that interpretation and understanding are key skills to have. As such, it takes some time to get used to him. It certainly doesn't help that he doesn't speak much on top of that so truly coming to terms with the man is no easy feat.

As Fritz warms up to people, his friends will learn that he is extremely soft spoken. He is also very sweet and enduring. Fritz enjoys the finer things in life and has no issues with children. In fact, he rather likes them for he enjoys their innocence. Tea parties and princess makeovers are probably his favorite activities. And, to go along with the theme, Fritz has a sweet tooth and an absolute love for desserts, especially sugar cookies and cakes!

For as tall as Fritz is, he is easily startled. Don't assume you can sneak up on him though. He's not startled in the sense of making him jump from his skin. No, Fritz' startling comes from actions or words. He often assumes man to be bad and women to be a tease. When such is not the case, he will apologize immediately and confess his misguided beliefs.

His fashion sense is a bit eccentric and out of style, but he’s not one to care about others opinions. He prefers to go where the wind takes him and due to this, he’s the most laid back guy you might ever meet. Really, little can rile him.

To go along with everything, Fritz is not the kind of man to fight. He will always look for the most peaceful ways to resolve a conflict. This is not to say he hasn't killed, for he has. It's just... well, Fritz is sick of bloodshed. Still, he knows that there are only two options--kill or be killed. If a peaceful solution can not be drafted, he will do what is necessary. More so when his friend's lives are on the line.

Thankfully, Fritz’s keen eye for detail often gets him (and his friends) out of trouble so it's very rare for him to go to the extremes to save or kill someone. Like his master, Melik, he too is learned in the art of ninjutsu. Since his elemental affinity is wind, Fritz has the unique ability to go invisible. He rather enjoys this because, much like his lack of conversation, it pulls him from one's attention. Honesty, he prefers to be hidden rather than seen. He's not a front-and-center kind of guy. That's Melik's thing.

Still, if you get him with his friends, Fritz's stoic, lackluster traits vanish. He absolutely adores his friends and will strike up a conversation with them without an issues. He's also full of random facts, which is useful for often his comments are foreshadowing something to come. Perhaps he’s got some future sight, but no one really knows if he actually does. Then again, he could just be damn lucky.

Oh, and a word of warning, he's been known to be very forward. He's... well, brutally honest at times.

Fritz also takes his Code* very seriously.

Fritz would likely fall into alignment with a Neutral Good role.

❖ HISTORY His past is rather simple. He serves his best friend, who he calls his master. The two have been friends since his birth. Germain's and Tasee's have been working together for several centuries. According the legend, the Tasee Clan (an earth-based Valsozn Clan) was traveling to a new land when an enemy clan assaulted them.

The Tasee put up a good fight against their attackers but with their numbers falling, annihilation was evident. Then, as if by miracle, the enemy started to drop like flies. Bewildered, the Tasee questioned what would cause such warriors to fall to their death without signs of weakness. Their questioning was answered when a small squad of shawl-wearing men appeared before them. The men looked weathered and tattered, as if they had traveled far behind expected.

"Why have you come to our aid?" The leader of the Tasee asked. A man from the squad stepped forward, his hair a grizzled blue color. "Simple," he stated, "we help those in need. You sought to negotiate peace with the enemy. They refused so took up a defense. Your attacks were calculated and precise, doing all you could not to bring harm to the enemy."

It was that lack of desire to kill that caused the wandering squad of wind Valsozn to partner with the Tasee earth clan. From that moment onward, the Germain swore to protect the Tasee for the Tasee were pure of heart and had a kind, loving soul.

Living up to his family's name, when Fritz turned 3 years of age, he devoted his life to the young Tasee, Melik. From there on out, Fritz acted as Melik's shadow. He was always there to catch the boy when he fell. He was always there to cast a smile on his face. He wiped away all the tears caused by bullies.

It was actually Fritz to urged Melik to befriend Rroy.

"My Master," the 8 year old Fritz looked firmly into Melik's eyes. "I sense peace within him."

"The kid with the creepy red eyes? Peace? Uh, earth to Fritz, he's scary." Melik's lip trembled but he too found himself drawn to Rroy. "Still, if you think he has peace within... we."

"There is also agony and suffering. He's alone. Scared. He needs a friend," Fritz bent to pat Melik on the head, "a friend like you. Someone who's a ray of light. But someone who isn't fragil and afraid to fight."

"Do you really think he'll share our vision, the future we desire? He threatened to kill Varun...."

"His methods are... chaotic. His intention, though, are pure of heart. If you agree, I would most appreciate aligning with him. He would make a great ally. I fear our fate should he end up as our foe."

After their little conservation, Melik bounded up to the raven with red orbs. A handshake sealed their friendship and Fritz, although ill-advised, dipped into a bow before Rroy.

"Although I serve Master Melik, I will do all I can to serve you as well. If Melik is not in any danger, use me as you will."

From that day on, Melik and Fritz were a part of Rroy's team. Occasionally, Fritz would be forced to disobey Rroy but he was always pardoned. Granted, this was rare for Rroy swore that he would protect Melik, thus allowing Fritz to act more freely. As such, Fritz has had the freedom to pursue his own goals and desires. He's an assassin for hire but he's, more or less, used for defending people rather than fighting them.