Zhelyas



Role in Story:	The usurper.

Occupation:	Bored nobleman, ruthless king.

Physical Description:	He is handsome with dark eyes, neatly trimmed facial hair, and wavy black hair that falls about his shoulders with unruly bangs.

Personality:	He is calculating and cruel, manipulating people with ease and exerting his authority through fear and intimidation.

Background:	 Zhelyas grew up the pampered son of a rich family, and wiled away the days with idle pursuits. Fueled by an all-consuming obsession, he conspires to stage a violent coup and seize the throne, eliminating every obstacle in his way.

Notes: Full title is Lord Zhelyas Ralston.

Zhelyas is derived from Zhelyazko - Bulgarian for ‘iron’.

Ralston means ‘town of the wolf council’.