Calder Marten
| Calder Marten | |
|---|---|
| General information | |
| Guild | Navigators |
| Profession | Captian |
| Soulbound Vessel | The Testament |
| First Appearance | Of Sea and Shadow chapter 1 |
| Family | |
Calder Marten is one of the two main characters of Elder Empire. He is the captain of The Testament. A talented reader but mostly selftaught. Son of a member of the Blackwatch and a thief. He is a Captain of the Navigators Guild. One of the Fractions want him as the new Emporer.
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Appearance and Personality
Calder Marten is of Izyrian heritage, characterized by his red hair.[1] Calder displays a certain resilience and adaptability, managing to navigate various challenges and relationships, including those with crew members and figures of authority. He demonstrates a capacity for leadership and camaraderie, as seen in his interactions with his crew and during various encounters throughout his adventures.
Abilities/Weapons
Level 3
Combat Skills
Calder has extensive combat experience, having engaged in battles against various adversaries including Elderspawn, cultists, rebels, Consultant assassins, and Imperial Guards. His proficiency in swordsmanship is significant, and he has been actively involved in major military actions.
Weapons
Calder is skilled in swordplay having been trained by his mother as a duelist. He is also seen carrying a pistol, indicating his proficiency with firearms as well.
Awakened Blade
Calder wields an Awakened blade, described as a cutlass with a long, black blade mottled with spots of orange. These spots don't glow exactly, but shift like the patterns on hot coal, possibly due to some alchemical influence.
Reading Ability and Intent Manipulation
Calder has the ability to extend his senses to read the Intent of others, a skill that is crucial in the series' universe for understanding and predicting actions of others. However, this ability seems limited in certain circumstances, as noted during his interaction with Mekendi Maxeus, a powerful Reader.
Kelarac's Mark
Calder has the mark of Kelarac on his arm, which, alarmingly, can support his Intent. This suggests that the Great Elder may be backing him in some manner, an aspect that adds complexity to his character and abilities.
As a Navigator, Calder possesses an uncanny ability to control his ship, to the extent that it is proposed he might be Soulbound to his ship. This control is significant enough to be considered in strategies against him.
Resourcefulness
He is noted for his persistence and resourcefulness, often engaging in plans that may seem unlikely but demonstrate his tenacity and creative problem-solving skills.
History
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