Valmont Barlowe

Valmont Malachi Barlowe (Vah-al-mont MAL-uh-kai Bar-low) nee Montgomery Malachi Barlowe (Mont-guhm-uh-ree) is an eccentric, bombastic necromancer and former Royal Mage to the Kingdom of Alder. Is a very ambitiously driven individual that nows resides on the outskirts of society. Wanting to move up on the hierarchical ladder, there is nothing Valmont won't do to achieve his goals. He has taken a special interest in the current heir to Alder's throne, Prince Drayven to proceed with his elaborate plans to take over Evyr and establish a new order as he sees fit.

Biography
Valmont was born as Montgomery Malachi Barlowe in a small run-down shack on the outskirts of Myrefall, in the Kingdom of Alder. He was the 7th child born out of 11, where he was often mistreated by his older siblings and shunned by younger ones. Often being used as an escape-goat whenever anything went wrong. He was raised mostly by his mother Karen, with who he had an especially arduous relationship. Sometime during his childhood, Valmont discovered he had an affinity for magic.

Since none of his siblings were gifted in such a manner and how exceedingly rare Alder-borne mages were, he was quickly enrolled into the Whitewood Academy, a prestigious school for mages.

Valmont moved to the Kingdom of Sarawyn under a scholarship and went to live with his father, Malachi. Since his parents were separated, he had rarely ever seen his father and all that is known is they had a relatively good relationship during Valmont's enrollment.

At some point, Valmont was expelled "indefinitely" from WhiteWood Academy. He left to return to Myrefall but was kicked from his home for failing to finish his schooling.

At some point after, through a glowing recommendation, Valmont scored a spot serving the Kingdom of Alder as their Royal Mage. But cites this was an ' asinine research position'  with  'no real power'. At age 22, Valmont was fired and exiled from his job as Royal Mage. He seemed to be especially bitter towards King Alphonse.

Much of what Valmont did between that time and currently is unknown. However, he managed to obtain an uber (the jewel crown he wears) and seemingly has far more information about the world than previously.

He also spent much of his time honing his skills in dark magic, becoming a fully-fledged and quite adept necromancer in the process. He has amassed a small army as of now.

Personality and Traits
Valmont is a very dramatic character. With a flair for flashy entries, he always makes his presence known and demands to be the center of attention. Incredibly snarky, Val loves to tease his detractors. He exudes an air of confidence and boldness- though this front could be deduced as a farce.

Valmont does tend to foremost use diplomacy and tries to appeal to others intellectually. However, when that fails he has been shown to have a nasty temper, even going as far to hold a blade to Prince Drayven'st throat for dismissing his pleas. Valmont is deeply insecure and somewhat emotionally unstable.

Despite being an outcast, Valmont is rather perky, energetic and rather idealistic. He has a very playful side and is keen to joke around.

Relationships
Prince Drayven

King Alphonse

Kylar McLaughlin

Skills and Abilities
-Adept Mage

-Multicasting

-Intelligence

-Master of Disguise

Trivia
-Valmont is non-binary and uses the pronouns he/she/they interchangeably.

-He tends to lean more on his feminine side, however. Most of his disguises are females and frequently enjoys wearing female clothing.

-Valmont has been shown drinking frequently and is possibly bordering on becoming an alcoholic, he seems to prefer wine most of all.

-He has a deep fear and disgust of insects of all types, especially arachnids.

-He has a huge sweet tooth.

-When Valmont was younger serving as the Royal Mage he had an unkempt and 'frumpy' appearance but seems to be better groomed in more recent years. Citing having gone through a 'rebirth'.