While Nightburn is "merely" a celebrity to most of Filgaia, humans who live within the Veruni control zones know him as something more: the only human whose accomplishments the Veruni councils have acknowledged with any degree of prestige. Some go as far as to say that the Veruni consider him to be on equal standing with them, and that he represents the possibility of an era where humanity as a whole may yet become accepted by their technological superiors. To those struggling souls, he is seen as the pinnacle of human achievement and someone who actively works to improve their lot in life. It isn't a stretch to say that Nightburn is the greatest hope for the people of Elru. Unfortunately it seems that the Veruni consider Nightburn the exception to the rule for now, and they continue their exploitation unabated.
While Nightburn is "merely" a celebrity to most of Filgaia, humans who live within the Veruni control zones know him as something more: the only human whose accomplishments the Veruni councils have acknowledged with any degree of prestige. Some go as far as to say that the Veruni consider him to be on equal standing with them, and that he represents the possibility of an era where humanity as a whole may yet become accepted by their technological superiors. To those struggling souls, he is seen as the pinnacle of human achievement and someone who actively works to improve their lot in life. It isn't a stretch to say that Nightburn is the greatest hope for the people of Elru. Unfortunately it seems that the Veruni consider Nightburn the exception to the rule for now, and they continue their exploitation unabated.
''OOC Note: Any Veruni characters who wish to know more about where Nightburn falls on the Veruni's human hitlist should inquire directly. I'm trying to keep this profile light on game spoilers.''
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Leaving a trail of cigar smoke and conquered ruins in his wake, Nightburn Acklund has already managed to secure no small amount of fame for himself within the continents of Ignas, Elru, and even Aquvy. Armed with a combination of uncanny physical skill and good old fashioned guile, Nightburn is widely promoted by the Golem Hunters Guild as their chief representative and travels the world in search of even greater finds. Nightburn is a considered by many to be the Drifter's Drifter, a man with a relaxed demanor that belies his astonishing aptitude for gunplay, solving riddles, and taking down golems. Rumors from abroad also suggest that he's quite the humanitarian, offering aid to those in need along the fringe settlements.
"Break it down for parts, boys. Drinks are on me."
Duelist: Many a yarn has been spun of Nightburn's daring shooting feats. Romantics who grew attached to tales of many duels won with a trusty six-shooter may be disappointed to learn that he seems to have moved on to better gear as his success grew. Nightburn's current armament of choice is a compact hard-light SMG ARM that many collectors would be willing to kill for, as by all appearances it dates back to the Metal Demon wars. The fact that Nightburn can openly utilize such a weapon while retaining ownership of it speaks volumes for his prowess with it.
A Golem's Worst Nightmare: According to the rumors, Nightburn can stand toe to toe with golems without so much as blinking. Of course, some of the rumors also say that Nightburn is eight feet tall and can beat Metal Demons in arm wrestling, so it's hard to say how much of this is embellishment. Sometimes the truth can be stranger than fiction, though...
Reputation: Great is the weapon that cuts on its own...
