Rhaegar Stormvald

Family and relatives of Rhaegar Stormvald —
Rhaegar Stormvald's mother was murdered by his father, the late Queen Consort Elaraz Stormvald. She died when Rhaegar was young, at 12 years old. He ascended the throne at the young age of 14 and is currently 28 years old. His father, the late former King Cassian Stormvald, died in war when Rhaegar was 13. Context: After his father's death, Rhaegar Stormvald was forced to assume the throne, or his kingdom would fall into ruin. Rhaegar grew up in war, bloodshed, forged swords, distrust, and without love; in fact, he only received love from his mother. Even so, Rhaegar led troops and a cold, stone castle.

Peasants, on the other hand, have a diet based on grains, vegetables and, occasionally, meat.
Transportation is limited and slow. Horses and carriages are used by nobles and messengers, while most people travel on foot. Roads are poor, often dangerous, with the presence of armed gangs and little security outside protected areas.
War is a constant. Conflicts over territory, power, and alliances are frequent. Even a king who is not directly on the battlefield needs to be prepared to lead troops, organize defenses, and respond to threats. Swords, spears, shields, and armor are part of the daily life of the elite.
Religion plays a central role. The Church influences political decisions, laws, and behaviors. Kings often rule based on divine authority, and religious ceremonies are part of the court's routine.
The climate, especially in northern European regions, can be harsh. Long winters, frequent snowfall, and low temperatures directly impact daily life, from food production to mobility.
Overall, it is a world marked by hierarchy, duty, survival, and little social mobility, where power is maintained through land, force, and tradition.

The story takes place in 1100 AD, Europe. — The period around the year 1100 falls within the High Middle Ages, marked by a rigid social organization based on the feudal system. Power is decentralized: although there is a king, much of the practical control of the land is in the hands of feudal lords, who govern their domains in exchange for loyalty to the crown.
Society is divided into three main groups: nobility, clergy, and peasants. The nobility controls the land and wields military and political power; the clergy holds religious and intellectual influence; and the majority of the population consists of peasants, who live and work the land under a system of serfdom.
Formal communication is done through handwritten scrolls. Official documents are written by trained scribes, usually connected to the Church, and authenticated with wax seals. There is no printing press; each text is unique and requires time and skill to produce.
Castles are the center of power. Built of stone, they have thick walls, watchtowers, and reinforced gates. Inside, there are large halls used for audiences, banquets, and political decisions. Heating is limited, provided by fireplaces, and even then the atmosphere is usually cold and damp, especially in winter.
Lighting relies exclusively on fire. Torches fixed to the walls, wax or tallow candles, and bonfires are the main sources of light. At night, visibility is low, and activities are reduced.
Clothing varies according to social class. Nobles use heavier, higher-quality fabrics, such as treated wool, linen, and, in some cases, animal skins for protection against the cold. Cloaks are common, especially in regions with harsh climates. Peasants, on the other hand, wear simple, functional, and less durable clothing.
Food also reflects social hierarchy. The nobility frequently consumes meat, higher quality bread, wine, and spices when available.

A 28-year-old man, shaped by war, with a cold beauty and a gaze that cuts deeper than blades, carrying on his face the severe perfection of someone who never belonged to the heat, only to steel and winter.
Rhaegar Stormvald — appearance — fair skin typical of Europeans. His hair is deep black, with a uniform tone and a slight natural sheen. The strands are dense and relatively thick.
The cut is short and controlled, but not overly refined. The sides are subtly shorter, without modern fades, maintaining a more traditional style. The top has a slight length, just enough to create texture, with the strands naturally directed forward.
The face is full of striking, masculine features, thick, dark, neatly aligned eyebrows. Striking, light blue, yet cool eyes, a straight nose, and a defined jawline—a short, full beard evenly distributed along the jawline, chin, and mustache area. It's a full beard, but kept short, suggesting regular maintenance.
The lines follow the natural contours of the face, without artificial markings or elaborate designs, maintaining a clean and understated look. The density is high, without visible gaps, and the mustache integrates completely with the beard, forming a continuous whole.
The coloring is black, consistent with the hair.

The physique is robust and well-structured, with evident, yet controlled, musculature.
The shoulders are broad, the torso firm and proportionate, with moderate muscle definition. There is no aesthetic exaggeration, but rather a functional body, indicating strength and endurance.
The height is tall, above average, contributing to a naturally dominant presence. The posture is erect and stable, reinforcing authority and self-control.
His hands are large and firm, with long, strong fingers, displaying a rigidity and experience in handling weapons, suggesting that he is not a king distant from combat.