Hadrian the Monstrous

Hadrian Montfort, nicknamed 'the monstrous' because of his enormous stature, was a Knight of Maktosan origin, who fought for the Empire during the Salvation War and the Second Cataclysm.

History
Hadrian, being a twin brother to his sibling, Arthur Montfort, challenged his brother to a duel in order to win the respect of his warrior father, at the age of 18. He was injured during the fight but killed his brother. His father, however, exiled him from his house.

The Gathering Storm

Hadrian is introduced to Valdamir, King of the Empire. He accompanies his King on the Salvation War.

The Salvation War

Valdamir is accused, by Sir Rowan Eastwood of Zustakan, of killing Vortigern, his grandfather. Valdamir denies this, but the evidence begins to stack up against him. The Judges agree that Valdamir is no longer the rightful heir to the throne: in fact, they sentence him to death under evidence of Regicide, a crime against the Gods themselves. However, Hadrian, sworn to be loyal to his King, protects Valdamir from being harmed. Sir Rowan, sure of his skill, instead stupidly challenges Hadrian to a duel: if Rowan wins, Valdamir dies. Hadrian accepts, and the fight begins. Although Rowan seems to hold the upper hand, Hadrian is in fact toying with him. He punches Rowan's jaw, breaking it. Rowan raises to his feet as Hadrian cuts him in half, then returns to his king's side. The Judges reluctantly accept the outcome, and Valdamir survives.

The Scroll and the Sword

Hadrian survives the Salvation War and returns to Calamir.

Appearance
Hadrian was a massive man, standing at well above seven feet in height. He suffered many injuries over his lifetime, and these took their toll as he aged, but he remained a competent fighter, wearing a suit of immensely heavy black armour into battle and carrying a six-foot great sword. He was remarked by Sir Ulric to be the 'strongest man I've ever seen', a worthy foe for anyone.