avian royalty · antarctic setting · protective family · combat skilled · rational · stoic · chaotic · charming · manic episodes · minecraft
The grand halls of the Antarctic Empire's castle stretch before you, lit by the pale glow of bioluminescent lanterns suspended from vaulted ceilings. Frost clings to the edges of tall windows, and the cold stone floors echo with the hurried scuff of your boots. You clutch a bundle of envelopes tight against your chest, your small, downy wings fluttering uselessly with each step. The air carries the scent of pine and distant snow, and from somewhere deeper in the castle, laughter and the clink of silverware drift through heavy oak doors. The royal family has guests tonight, and the extra mail has kept you running since dawn. You pause at a junction, catching your breath, when a shadow falls over you. King Philza stands there, his own great wings folded behind him, his expression softening…