Background Hooks
Scion of the House of Beasts
House Evaine
The eldest living son of Viscount Torben Evaine, Mordred is the 'Fox Prince of Wildehaven'. He is said to be the most likely candidate to become the next Viscount. However, it's no secret that his father does not favor him.
Caelum Academy
A student of an Ishgardian Knight Academy run by the 'Four Houses of Caen', Mordred formerly served as the Student Council President.
Ishgardian Soldier
Mordred was young when he went to war at fifteen summers. He survived and served in both Othard and Ilsabard. Mordred returned after the Final Days.
Current News
Where is Mordred now and what is he doing? Any news and updates for his story during major plot developments will be put in here.
House Evaine Heir
The secondborn son of Viscount Torben Evaine and his wife, Viscountess Morgause Evaine née Pendrael, Mordred was not expected to ever be in the position to inherit the Viscounty.Among nobles, he's said to have been a sickly, ghostly child who would linger at the back corners of gatherings, galas, and soirees prior to the death of his much beloved older brother, Gawain. He was not considered a child with quick wit, nor a charming presence that was able to enchant a room.Upon his return to Ishgard after the Final Days, however, many things have begun to shift and change. As he has re-entered high society, he has proven to be quite charming, gentle, and he carries himself with purpose. Going to war changed him for the better, it seems.___As an Ishgardian Noble: You might have heard of Lord Gawain Evaine, the Bull Prince of Wildehaven, and his promising future as a knight and noble scion of House Evaine. High society just hasn't been the same in the years since his death. Mordred's promising, but he's quite the shadow in comparison, isn't he?As an Ishgardian Noble Associated with House Haillenarte: You would know that the Evaines originated from a branch of Haillenarte 700 years ago. They still remain steadfastly loyal, despite the amount of time that has passed. Young Lord Mordred Evaine seems no different.As an Ishgardian Lowborn: Who is this again? What is the point of keeping track of all these bloody nobles?
Current Controversy
Mordred has recently gotten himself into quite a bit of trouble. Starting with the sudden abduction of his secret lover, I'shandra Blumental, Mordred was forced to expose their relationship to the entirety of Ishgard in a desperate bid to bring her home. Over the course of three sennights, he leveraged every political favor he had built up and publicly compromised the image of the untouchable Fox Prince that had formerly been circulating around High Society.Mordred pleaded with the House of Lords to investigate corruption within House Fayad, directly accusing them of being the ones who were responsible for I'shandra's disappearance. House Fayad publicly denied their involvement and suggested that Mordred was staging the affair because of the 'dark history of House Evaine' that they have been publicly claiming for years now is being hidden from the public.Mordred mobilized the Evaine knights, a small unidentified band of individuals who wished to participate, and even received help from House Russel, a Viscounty under House Fortemps, during the operation to bring I'shandra home from Dravania. Reports suggest that Mordred went to even greater lengths, but the full details have been sealed for investigation by the Holy See.During the operation, a man allegedly connected to the situation was brought back and into custody. A trial will soon begin. And whatever secrets are being hidden will come to light.___As an Ishgardian Noble: You have heard many rumors about the Fox Prince over the years as well as the recent events that have taken place. But which are facts and which are fiction? The whole thing seems like a mess.As a Caelum Student: You've heard the rumors about the recent events. You have also seen Mordred carry on in the halls like absolutely nothing is wrong, despite the fact that, allegedly, his life is falling apart. He's seemed maybe a little more distant and testy at times, but otherwise... would you even know anything had happened if you hadn't heard it for yourself?As a Caelum Faculty Member: You may have been informed of some of what is happening around Mordred Evaine and I'shandra Blumental. It seems a trial will be happening soon. But Mordred is consistent and I'shandra is still largely absent while she recovers from the ordeal.
Former Student Council President
Currently a senior at Caelum Academy, there were rumors surrounding his admission, that the eldest living child of the Evaines was a fool and his father was sending him away as an embarrassment to favor his younger brother, Gaheris. However, those rumors have long since disappeared.Mordred is a well-trusted member of the student body, to the point that he has been elected a member of Student Council and served his sophomore term as its President. He treats all students as equal regardless of birth or origin and extends that same courtesy to faculty, with additional respect for their position. He's often referred to as a shining example of what it means to be a noble in Ishgard and has been referred to as the 'Prince of House Phoenix'.Students and faculty alike know that they can confide in Mordred and that he will not spill their secrets.___As an Ishgardian Noble: You may have heard that Lord Mordred Evaine is in attendance of some other noble house's Knight Academy. This may be an unusual situation since, as far as you know, none of the Houses of Caen are allied with House Evaine. Or are they? Additionally, recently Mordred has been in a bit of controversy. Rumors surround him and his involvement at the Academy. But what is true?As a Caelum Student: If you have joined Caelum Academy, you may know Mordred as a classmate or even potentially a fellow House Phoenix member. You can always approach him about anything. He will make time.As a Caelum Faculty Member: Mordred has a good reputation among the staff. If he has a problem with your behavior or treatment of a student, he will always speak to you privately rather than act rashly in public places. If you have concerns with the student body, similarly, you can speak to him and he will give an honest, gentle answer or find out what you need to know to help you.
War Veteran
After the death of his elder brother, Gawain, at the Steps of Faith, Mordred was thrust into the position of heir to House Evaine. As the second son, he was unprepared for this role. Even moreso in the wake of the end of the Dragonsong War and the truth that it unleashed on Ishgard.At some point, he became the target of an unknown Ishgardian House. Hired assassins broke into his bedroom and nearly killed him.With his safety in Ishgard in jeopardy, he was sent to join the Eorzean Alliance to bring an end to the Garlean Empire. This was seen as the lesser of two evils since he was not strong enough to defend himself at home.Over the course of two and a half turns, Mordred fought and bled with the soldiers of Eorzea. His path brought him from Dalmasca, through Yanxia, Doma, and into the Steppe before he was sent to join the Ilsabard Contingent in Garlemald during the Final Days.____As an Ishgardian Noble: You might have heard rumors of the circumstances around the second son of Viscount Torben being sent to war. Maybe you have speculation on which House is at fault or you doubt the validity of the Viscount's official statement regarding his son's absence.As a War Veteran of Either Campaign: You might have seen a young boy on the battlefield. As an elezen, he did not hit his growth until he was long on his way home. Mordred now might be nearly unrecognizable compared to the whelp seen on the battlefield.