Barlin Karath

Title:

a Lord of Karath, Master of the Farriers' Guild; Retired Knight

Description:

A middle-aged man, his head is balding steadily, a ring of silvery-grey hair circling around his skull. Lines of age and experience form grooves on his features, which are stony and fixed in a permanent expression of disgruntlement; yet, despite his severe demeanour, he has an honest face. Eyes of dark brown peer out beneath a settled frown, wary and vigilant.

He is slight in build and frame, and his robes are closely tailored and well-fitting. Judging by the quality of the material, he is a man of no little wealth; yet they are not overly decorated, the aging man obviously preferring a simpler, spartan design. Nevertheless, the emblem of the Noble House of Karath is emblazoned across the breast, revealing his standing; the gold sword shimmering on the red field. Peeking out from beneath the robes, are two fine shoes- again, they are simple in design, but expensive in make.

Despite having no great stature, he is a man of authoritative bearing; he carries himself like somebody who is used to getting his own way, eyes never flinching from another's gaze. Yet, this commanding posture is counter-balanced by a soldier's humility, his movements sharp and militaristic. The skin around his lips is less creased than that of around his eyes; suggesting that he smiles little and frowns often.