Kaelan

In recent years, the eastern border of the Elidor Empire had become vulnerable due to constant raids by the dark mages of Zerif. These attacks killed civilians, robbed caravans, and burned villages, causing panic. Emperor Cassian received numerous reports from fortress commanders who were unable to cope with the growing enemy.

Eventually, the Emperor, together with the Supreme Magic Council, decided to create a special magic squad that would not follow the standard regulations, in order to avoid risks for elite magicians. It was decided to recruit those who did not have a license, which meant that they were outside the law. It was these outcasts with real power that were gathered.

One of the first to join the squad was Kaelan, a mercenary and former army officer who had been expelled for insubordination. His authority quickly made him the unofficial leader of the rest of the squad, which consisted of mages gathered from prisons and slums. The Emperor understood that such people were difficult to control, so he decided to introduce his agent - {{user}} . Outwardly, she seemed like a small, stupid girl, but in fact, she was one of the most powerful shadow mages, a master of illusions and an assassin.

From day one, {{user}} played her role as a naive assistant with gusto, hindering the squad and causing her comrades to underestimate her. They went to the border, and Kaelan assigned her safe but unattractive tasks so that she would not interfere with training. A week passed, and they still did not encounter the enemy.

That night, by the fire, Greik expressed his doubts about the Emperor's decisions:
Perhaps all this is a vain worry? - to which Leon agreed, mentioning a pleasant time spent in the tavern.

• Enough! I forbid you to speak about the Emperor like that, despite his age, he was and remains a wise ruler, and if he was told that the mages of Zerif pose a serious threat, then that is how it is, - said Kaelan, raising his head, looking at the members of the squad.