KING JOREKR OF ARKOUDA

Jórekr Riagáin

HEIGHT: 4.4 ft

WEIGHT: 800 lb

VOICE OVER: Craig Parker

ONE LINE DESCRIPTION: A slender snowy white polar bear with doleful brown eyes

Given Jorekr's species, one would expect he be this huge lumbering giant with the muscles to match, and while he may still be massive when compared to a black bear he definitely doesn't surpass that of his species. Jorekr is in fact slightly taller than the females of his species and he lacks the muscle most males in his dynasty have, especially other polar bears. He's also rather feminine looking with a leaner more sylphlike frame. From far away in the distance, he might be mistaken as a woman, much to his utter distaste, however, upon closer inspection he is most definitely male. The boar is covered in a thick layer of creamy white fur helping him blend in with the snowy backdrop of Arkoudian territory. During winter's he hardly freezes, his fur and fat keeping him well insulated. Small rounded ears sit on his large, but narrow cranium and doleful brown eyes look black against his iridescent fur. The fur around his muzzle and eyes are a charcoal gray color, the black of his skin shining through while his paws are a mottled mixture of pink and black hardened skin. Despite Jorekr's immaculate look a three claw mark can be seen starting on the left side on his face across his eye and running along the bridge of his muzzle and ending at his right cheek.



Jorekr is a surprisingly emotional bear that is very intuned with not only his own emotions but that of others too. However, being king has taught him one thing. His own dreams and desires are illogical, unimportant when compared with the magnitude of the dynasty's will. And so he's adopted a very gruff and sour-tempered outer persona. He's quick to anger and even quicker to offend. If someone has a problem with him he's more than willing to fight things out, even if he'd more than likely end up with his ass handed to him. While outwardly he might appear indifferent, perhaps even callous to others it's important to note that Jorekr cares, he cares very deeply for those in his dynasty - even if he doesn't show it in the most enlightening way. Getting to know this bear is difficult, - his heart seemingly being encased in ice and unwilling to thaw and let others in. With patience and a little force, one might find themselves with a fiercely protective friend who is more than willing to go above and beyond for your wellbeing. That is if you can get past the intimidating 'back off' aurora that surrounds him. Despite the man's less than desirable flaws, Jorekr is a being of great culture. He's well educated and even better at diplomacy and subtlety. He has an easy way with words that seem to come almost naturally to him even if his smile is anything but sincere.

LIKES:
+ long walks amongst the beech
+ stargazing
+ fishing
+ swimming in the lake
+ listening/helping others
+ work
+ praying to Yudire; religion

DISLIKES:
- manipulation
- his role as king and the expectations that come with it
- unrealistic expectations

SKILLS:
+ Jorekr is proficient in his ability to listen to others woes while still remaining impartial
+ He's a very good dad, even if he might cuss and be a bit rough around the edges
+ Despite hating being king he's a very good one
+ He's naturally an excellent swimmer

FLAWS:
- Jorekr takes his role as King very seriously, perhaps too seriously to the point where he neglects himself and his loved ones
- He's a bleeding heart even if he doesn't wear his emotions on his sleeve
- Jorekr has a bad habit of remaining closed off, making it difficult for him to be open and honest
- He's probably overly pessimistic to a fault

DREAMS: To rid himself of the shackles of his responsibilities, to bring his son back (unrealistic)

FEARS: Being unneeded and useless, to be taken advantage of because of his role



From the moment he could hear and see Jorekr was told he would make history, whether he wanted to or not. As a youth responsibility for becoming Arkouda's next king was a heavy burden for him to bear and while he loved his parents he couldn't help, but resent them for putting all this unnecessary pressure and expectation from him. Jorekr was an only child and his parents were a little on the older side thus his parents were fiercely protective of him to the point of becoming overbearing. Not allowed out without some kind of supervision stifled Jorekr's social growth. The forlorn looks he'd send to the other youth's of Arkouda playing and roughhousing together was palatable. Thus his father ended up introducing him to his dukes and duchess' cub, Roscoe. Roscoe was a few months older than Jorekr, however, his easy and laid-back personality made him a likable and more approachable guy. With a little gentle prodding, the two became fast friends, oftentimes studying and playing around together whenever Jorekr's schedule permitted it.

Before long both boys were youthful teenagers on the cusp of adulthood. Their relationship slowly evolved from a friendship to lovers, something Jorekr's parents didn't exactly approve of given two males could not produce an heir. Yet Jorekr didn't allow his parent's blatant disapproval to deter him from his love for the gentle giant. Their relationship was built more than mere lust. Jorekr knew he could seek Roscoe's comfort whenever he was feeling overly stressed and it was the same for Roscoe, though he never took Jorekr up on his offers of comfort. The older bear understood the burdens Jorekr would bear as king and he was unwilling to add to those burdens with his own desires. It was around this time the couple came across another polar bear who they quickly added to their fold. This bear's name was Elian and he had recently joined the dynasty in hope of a new start. The three quickly became best of friends and later all three became a couple.

For a few years, the threesome remained mated, content in their lives, and roles in society. Jorekr's parents were putting pressure on him to find a more suitable mate that he could have cubs with, especially since they weren't getting any younger and they wanted the security of knowing that their bloodline would continue to thrive even after they were shipped off into Yudire's awaiting arms. For a while, Jorekr held off, not particularly eager to sire a litter nor to follow the whims of his parents. However, he finally caved when Elian started to show an express interest in cubs and wanting his mate to be happy Jorekr sought a solution. Jorekr was always a religious man, especially towards Yudire and he supposed the Queen's heard his please for when he traveled to the Mother Tree with his two mates he returned with a newborn cub hanging from his jaws. Nobody knows how it happened, but one thing is certain the cub was undoubtedly the three mated pairs' biological son. The young prince was named Mishka and he was adored by all and smothered by his parents. Even Jorekr grew soft when normally he was more reserved.

A few months later Jorekr's father died unexpectedly forcing Jorekr to become king and his mother as queen regent. This would later cause conflict between Jorekr and Elian since the newly made king took his job far too seriously and neglected his family. It was a busy time and honestly unwanted. See Jorekr never wanted to be king, but as fate would have it he quickly took on the role of providing for his dynasty and would in fact excel at it. With the new change in power Roscoe's parents decided to step down and allow their son to become the new duke and to grow alongside Jorekr. However, unlike Jorekr Roscoe still managed to make time for their family.

Not even two months into his new role did Jorekr's mother die. She had grown ill since the death of her mate and it was no surprise when Yudire finally came calling. However, if anything this only added more pressure and work onto Jorekr. It wasn't until a large fight with Elian and Roscoe picking up the pieces, like he usually did, did Jorekr finally put aside some time to spend with his son. Mishka was at the age of learning how to swim and fish, much to Elian's utter denial. Against his mates better wishes Jorekr took Mishka down by the Dalhiem seafront to learn how to catch seal pups trapped on the beech. Nobody could have imagined the travesty that would follow or the heartbreak that would undoubtedly occur. Even Jorekr couldn't say what exactly transpired. The father and son duo spent a good chunk of the day playing in the water and pretending to hunt seals. The day was boisterous and Jorekr quickly grew exhausted from lack of sleep and playing so roughly. He only closed his eyes for a moment, but it was a moment too long. Before he knew it he was waking to the sounds of distress.

It was later than Jorekr expected, Elian undoubtedly angry at Jorekr's tardiness. The high tide was starting to come in and Mishka was caught in the ferocious waters grasp. No matter how hard Jorekr tried there was nothing he could do to save his son. Mishka was given by the Gods and Jorekr supposed he'd be taken away by them too. The blow was not any easier to digest, especially when he returned home without Mishka.

Elian was heartbroken and rightly furious and in a fit of mournful rage, he clawed Jorekr's face, giving the scar he now holds today. Jorekr doesn't fault Elian for his anger nor Roscoe's standoffish attitude towards him, but no amount of apologizing or attempt at talking out their problems as a couple worked. Roscoe was a little more receptive, but Jorekr's pleas fell on deaf ears with Elian. Truthfully it was ultimately seen as no surprise when Jorekr divorced his mates, unable to take the guilt and pain of seeing his mates withering glares.

Since then he's attempted to live on his life. Both he and Roscoe continued to work cordially, but they were never the same again and Roscoe only talked to Jorekr whenever it was strictly necessary. Much could not be said the same for Elian.



MOTHER: Agnes Riagáin
↪ deceased, a medium-sized polar bear

FATHER: Jarl Riagáin
↪ deceased, a large polar bear

SIBLINGS: none

OTHER FAMILY:
Elian Pavetti
↪ ex-mate, small male polar bear
Roscoe Scogin
↪ ex-mate, massive male polar bear
Mishka Riagáin
↪ son, a polar bear cub; deceased




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