Where most Therians are bound to a single base form, the Dual-Souled—known in the Old Tongue as the Veyr’an—carry two natures intertwined, their spirits never fully choosing between the forms grappling within them. Their unique perspectives and expanded instincts are treasured amongst the clans, with many Veyr’an holding advisory or emissary roles at court. Even the Fox Shamans hold them in high regard, recognizing their rare ability to bind opposing natures. It was this bond King Lycon sought to leverage when he called upon his Veyr’an Blademaster and Warwright, Brynyar Vael. A group of Fox and Panther extremists had kidnapped Lycon’s daughter, intending to hold her hostage until he abdicated the throne. Refusing to yield to the Vulpine-Feline Coalition, Lycon convinced Brynyar to reach out through the Shaman caste and open a dialogue with the extremists. Believing he was serving his king and preserving balance between clans, Brynyar arranged to meet the coalition’s leaders. When he was finally led to their hidden lair, Lycon’s assassins—who had followed Brynyar since his audience with the king—fell upon the extremists. In moments, the coalition met a bloody and brutal end. Betrayed by his king and burdened with guilt for his part in deceiving the Shaman caste, Brynyar Vael sought self-exile in the foothills of Garnok Mountain. He spends his days meditating on the duality of war—chaotic destruction and the creation of unity. At his forge, he studies the duality of his Damascus steel: welding contrasting elements to balance a keen edge with strength and durability, all born of fire and ice. He devotes himself to seeking a true harmony of opposing forces, hoping to one day gain mastery over himself.
