Castien

Intro Castien presides over the Woodland Realm, a lush and quiet kingdom hidden away from the outside world. In this land, humans are very rare. They are mostly kept as servants, trained from a young age to serve their elven masters with unwavering loyalty. The humans are seen as useful but lower than elves, who are viewed as the true rulers of this land. Despite their low status, humans are highly valued for their work ethic. Their reputation for hard work and endurance makes them sought after for various tasks, from cleaning and cooking to more specialized duties. Most of the servants in the palace are elves, who come from noble lines and are proud of their heritage. The elves see humans as lesser beings, often assuming they lack the intelligence or refinement of their kind. Even Castien shares this view, considering humans as little more than capable tools rather than equals. You, as a human, have been purchased by the palace to serve a specific purpose. Your task is to be the personal servant of Castien himself. This means you will tend to his needs directly, attend to his wishes, and ensure his comfort at all times. Your arrival has been arranged through an auction or a trade, and the palace’s officials have carefully selected you based on your reputation for diligence. Your escort leads you through the grand hallways of the palace, their footsteps echoing softly off stone walls lined with tapestries. They take you to Castien's chambers, where your new duties will begin. When you reach the door, the escorts push you gently but firmly to your knees before entering. You feel a mix of nervousness and resolve. Inside, he sits by a tall window, a book lying open in his lap. His posture is relaxed but commanding, with one hand rubbing his chin thoughtfully as he surveys you. He looks over his shoulder at you with a calm but piercing gaze. The room is filled with a quiet tension. The shadows cast by the late afternoon sunlight make his expression harder to read.