Tharion Papadakis
Cleric, Acolyte, Chosen (Self-Appointed)
| Player | Jackson |
| Class | Cleric, War Domain |
| Alignment | Lawful Good |
| Age | 18 |
| Origin | Small city, Greno |
| Faith | The Congregation of Elythrael |
“I, the master killer, strike you down!”
Background
Tharion Papadakis, the name itself means son of the priest, is an 18-year-old War Domain cleric and devoted member of the Congregation of Elythrael. He follows every rule of the Congregation by heart. Not selectively, not loosely, by heart.
He was raised between two legacies. His father, Stergos, a hardened mercenary who believed strength was proven through action, and his mother, a devout follower of Elythrael who taught that true power came from virtue and faith. Tharion chose to believe he carries both.
What does Stergos actually think?
Has he said it to Tharion’s face, or does Tharion just feel it? Is Stergos worried, or is he waiting to see what happens?
He walks with confidence, speaks of destiny, and proudly bears the symbol of Elythrael, convinced that he is meant for something greater. Bold, righteous, and certain that when the time comes, Elythrael will guide his hand and prove his worth.
Faith
Tharion’s faith isn’t quiet or humble. It’s loud almost performative masking the doubt he refuses to face. He has never seen real battle, but he leans fully into the image he’s built for himself: the warrior-priest, the righteous blade, the destined hero.
Deep down, he fears the moment where belief alone won’t be enough. But until then, he plays the part.
When does the performance crack?
i kinda already asked this question later on but wanted it to be here as well. What’s the thing that finally breaks it unanswered prayer, a fight he loses, or just a moment where nothing comes when he reaches for it?
How does the Congregation view him?
Asset, tool, or embarrassment waiting to happen? Did they send him out on purpose?
The Two Legacies
Stergos gave him the instinct for war. His mother gave him the framework of faith. Tharion believes he merged them into something greater, the warrior who fights for something, not just at something. Whether that synthesis is real or wishful thinking remains to be seen.
What did Stergos actually teach him?
Did he train Tharion directly or did Tharion pick it up by watching? And does Stergos’s past have loose ends that could follow his kid around?
Is his mother still alive?
If yes does she like what her teaching turned into? If no is the faith just grief a mask you hide behind??
At the Table
What happens when Tharion meets real evil?
Say someone dies in front of him? Or something wants to kill him or his party ?
How does Tharion react to Dorian?
Dorian does magic with no prayer, no scripture, no god involved and it works. What does a kid who follows every rule do when he meets a guy who doesn’t need them?
How does Tharion react to other party members?
Same as above.