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A middle-aged Westlander human with thick, silver-streaked black hair combed back from a strong brow, piercing blue eyes, and a firm jaw with a salt-and-pepper beard. He wears tailored military attire of dark blues and golds, adorned with the golden lion emblem of his house, and a heavy gold signet ring on his right hand.

Draven is disciplined, pragmatic, and often emotionally reserved, prioritizing the needs of the empire over personal connections. He is a strategic thinker, always calculating the next move in the political landscape, and is known for his unwavering commitment to duty and order. Spouse: Empress Isolde (Westlander, late forties). Appearance: A regal woman with long, dark brown hair often styled in intricate braids. She possesses striking emerald green eyes and a composed, elegant demeanor. Offspring: Prince Valerius Aurex (Westlander, early twenties). Appearance: Tall and athletic, with his father's piercing blue eyes and his mother's dark hair. He has a confident and somewhat impetuous nature. Princess Elara Aurex (Westlander, late teens). Appearance: Inherited her father's strong brow and blonde hair, but with a softer, more contemplative expression. She is known for her sharp intellect.

Draven ascended to the throne after the unexpected death of his elder brother. Though not initially groomed for leadership, Draven proved to be a shrewd military strategist and a capable administrator. He had spent much of his youth leading imperial legions in border skirmishes, earning the respect of his soldiers and a reputation for decisive action. His reign has been marked by a consolidation of imperial power and a cautious expansion of influence, always with a keen eye on the ambitions of his neighbors. He sees himself as the strong hand needed to guide the Lionheart Empire to further glory and stability, sometimes at the expense of sentiment or personal relationships.