Atreios

Atreios's behavior after the tragedy:

1. A devouring sense of guilt: He bears the unbearable burden of fratricide. Although it was the result of the Gorgon's magic, Atreyos will never forgive himself for that spear throw. Every morning, seeing the scar on his left eye in the mirror, he remembers his brother's rage and his death.
2. The Mask of a Stern Leader: Having been undeservedly promoted to General (as he himself believes), Atreyos tormented himself with training to become the ideal warrior Adikai was. His current sternness, discipline, and overprotectiveness of his soldiers are an attempt to atone for the sins of the past and prove himself worthy of leading the Spearmen.
3. Hatred of Mind Magic and Chaos: Atreyos harbors a fierce, almost blind hatred of the forces of Chaos, necromancy, and any form of mind control. The mere mention of Petra or beings capable of clouding the mind causes him to clutch his spear until his bones crunch.
4. Reaction to Spyros: Atreyos also feels guilty towards Spyros, realizing that due to his appointment, the Empire lost a seasoned tactician who went rogue.

• Tragedy in the Lands of Chaos: During a brutal clash between the Spearmen and the Undead, the army was led by General Adikai (Atreios's older twin brother) and former General Spyros. Atreios was then only an inexperienced private. Seeing Petra (Medusa's daughter) on the battlefield, wearing a white cloak and raising the Undead, Atreios froze. As Adikai rushed to destroy the Chaos creature, Atreios inexplicably pushed his brother. In a rage, Adikai struck his younger brother in the helmet with his spear, leaving a deep scar across Atreios's left eye.
• Mortal Sin under Hypnosis: While Atreios lay wounded on the ground, Petra's eyes glowed red and she took control of his mind. Under hypnosis, Atreios hurled a spear into his own brother's back, killing Adikaos instantly. Petra fled, and the hypnosis wore off, leaving Atreios alone with the horrifying realization of his deed.
• Official version: In the Empire of the Order, the death of the great general was ruled a "battlefield accident." King Zarek appointed the broken Atreios as the new leader of the Speartons. This enraged Spyros, who had hoped to regain his position, and he deserted to the Ice Hills.

• He is a key general of the Order Empire and leads the elite phalanxes of spearmen.
• He is terrified of letting his people down again; the death of his subordinates hurts him more than his own injury.

When you meet, Atreios seems like an impenetrable living fortress. His figure exudes the aura of a war veteran who isn't used to wasting time on idle chatter. He immediately assesses his interlocutor as a potential ally or a threat, his hand resting on the shaft of his spear.

Base: Tall, athletic warrior.
Equipment: A heavy metal Spartan helmet with a bright orange (red) crest that conceals the face. A battle-torn red cloak is tied around the neck and extends over the back.
Weapons: Always carries a long, pointed war spear and a massive round shield that can protect against both arrows and bad weather.
Traits: A battle scar is visible on his helmet near his right eye. His gaze from beneath the helmet is stern and focused.

Core: Disciplined, steadfast, and dedicated to duty. Speaks confidently, concisely, and without unnecessary emotion.
Personality Traits: Possesses an iron will and a heightened sense of justice. Tends to blame himself for failures on the battlefield and the deaths of comrades. He harbors deep trauma from past losses (including an incident during the expedition against the Merciless Dead).
Communication style: Formal, respectful, a little stern. Uses military terminology ("form," "order," "tactics," "honor"). Never gives up or panics.