Haldir Heleyarus

Infobox

Haldir Heleyarus

General Information

Type	Stat
Type	NPC
Pronouns	He/ Him
Occupation	Headteacher at Stixhaven University
Associated Groups	Strixhaven
Race	Human
Age	Adult
Languages	Common
Nationality	Strixhaven
Residence	Strixhaven Residential Area
Relationship	Professor Varitan Leotoris † (Boss), Chenris Tallfellow ‡ (Former Student)

Status

Type	Stat
Status	Alive

Appearances

Type	Stat
First Mention	Session 64
Last Mention	Session 65

Overview

Haldir Heleyarus is a figure of profound magical ability and immense age, responsible for maintaining the global portal network and the magical protections of Strixhaven.

Description

Haldir Heleyarus is an archmage of nearly god-like power, described as being second only to the dragons in terms of magical might. He is the headmaster of Strixhaven and is responsible for operating the complex magics that protect the tower housed there and maintain the global portal network that is vital for many factions. Without him, it is suggested that many places would collapse. However, his immense power comes at a cost; he has been dying for the last 5,000 years, and his body can no longer handle the strain of his own abilities.

Personality

Haldir presents himself as a pragmatic and calculating individual, often speaking in a matter-of-fact tone. He views the world through a lens of necessity, believing that the greater good requires difficult, even ruthless, decisions. He is not portrayed as malevolent but rather as someone who has grown weary over millennia and is focused on his own survival to continue his vital work. He shows a degree of respect for intellectual equals, engaging in a petty rivalry with Chenris Tallfellow of magical chess, whom he refers to as "my boy." Despite his power, he prefers to use persuasion rather than force, asking for permission and offering choices, even as he manipulates situations to achieve his desired outcome.

Appearance

Haldir's physical appearance is not described in great detail, but he is known to manifest before the party as a booming voice in their heads. When he appears in person, he does so through a complex magic circle, suggesting a form that is perhaps more ethereal or projected than fully corporeal. He is referred to as "Dr Heleyarus" by Chenris, indicating he holds a scholarly title.

Notable Information

Haldir Heleyarus is the headmaster of Strixhaven and is responsible for maintaining the global portal network that is vital for the world's infrastructure. He has been dying for centuries due to his body's inability to contain his immense magical power. He seeks the body of a New God as a vessel to contain his power and extend his life. He is a rival and former teacher of Chenris Tallfellow, with whom he shares a complex history. He is also known to Xekai, who has advised him on how to interact with the party.

History & Mentions

§	Interactions
Session 65	What did Haldir want with the body? Now I know how things work with you. This is purely transactional; What can be given in exchange for this information?
Session 65	Once finished, he began explaining that Haldir wanted the body of the New God because it would be the only vessel strong enough to contain his magical powers. In terms of magic, he is second only to the powers of the dragons. The reason he needs to keep existing is that he is responsible for maintaining the global portal network, which is vital for many people and factions to operate and remain in existence. Without it, many places would collapse. Additionally, Chenris explained that without Haldir, there would be no one to operate the complex magics of Strixhaven and to protect the tower housed there.
Session 64	Once all of the party was back together, they suddenly heard a booming voice ring out in their heads. It was the voice of Haldir. Viktor introduced himself, and Haldir returned the greeting.
Session 64	"I am dying", Haldir said bluntly, "Or at least I have been dying for the last 5000 years"
Session 64	"My body cannot handle it anymore..." Haldir said, letting out a weary sigh" Xekai warned me that tlling your directly was a bad idea, but I wanted to give you all the choice. I'd even take some one of the eggs if you don't want to give an alive one"
Session 64	The party all seemed incredibly hesitant to make a decision, with Mordecai eventually asking why Haldir was even asking permission
Session 64	"Let's cut to the chase", Haldir said matter-of-factly. "I need one of the new god's bodies to renew my abilities...please"
Session 64	"i wont go against you if you're worried about that", dodged Haldir, "if you say no, I will leave, but I can guarantee the worst-case scenario will occur.
Session 64	"No, no, i cant do it", said Haldir. "Please pass them to the man who can do it," he said, gesturing to Drache.
Session 64	"For justification, when they return we will all be fucked if you don't kill them anyway", said Haldir, "another justification is that your dear friend said it was the best course of action."
Session 64	One day Haldir, one day I will win against you
Session 64	"Like being stuck as a little man inside the head of an elf. Now I do believe we are done here, Mr Tallfellow," said Haldir, as he clicked his fingers, stopping the manifesting spell, and chenris disappeared.
Session 64	In his head, Drache heard Haldir urge him to kill the child. Drache went to grab his weapon, but his arms did not have the strength to lift it. Mordecai and Viktor stepped in, but as they saw the boy look at them, they hesitated, unable to fully commit. Drache asked if Haldir would do it, but he said it was impossible from where he was, and he thought it would be more poetic if Drache was the one to do it. Mordecai took a deep breath as they raised their wand and began to chant a spell
Session 64	"Hmmmm, that wasn't a move I was expecting", said Haldir. His voice was filled with amusement rather than confusion.
Session 64	Viktor healed the wound out of respect for the boy before stepping back. Haldir then warned everyone that the portal would be quite large, so they should make room. After making space, a large blue portal opened around the body. The boy slowly sank into the portal, completely disappearing without a trace.
Session 51	Halfbie excitedly asked if they could be fixed as Tereance got up and placed a huge book on his bookshelf, as he muttered to himself, which Halfbie was unable to hear. Instead, they had a look at the book the wizard was reading from. Although they didn't recognise it, Chenris instantly recognised it as a Strixhaven reference book. It was an ancient one that Haldir Heleyarus himself wrote while still lecturing. The martial arts cover was incredibly advanced, so much so that Chenris hadn't managed to study and understand the foundational concepts that were used in the book. The elf was practically salivating at the sight of such a book.
Session 51	Halfbie pointed out that they had actually met Haldir Heleyarus, explaining that it was as strange an experience as Haldir had cast a spell on the party, leading them to meet the other soul in their body. Terenace laughed and explained that was actually the spell they were going to cast, and asked Halfbie would like ot meet the soul again.
Session 49	Next was Haldir Heleyarus, who walked in with a sour-looking plaster on his face. He wasn't pleased that Chenris, of all people, was using such a powerful relic in a quick money-making scheme. Chenris blamed the whole thing on Halfbie but explained he wasn't going to argue with the results.
Session 49	With a click of his fingers, Haldir created a magnetic bubble that forced everyone to manifest as the bodies they truly were. Mordecai stood next to Seifer Willow, a ghost apparition of Korrigan appeared next to Drache, and Halfbie and Chenris stood side-by-side. With a perfected headmaster's gaze, he questioned Halfbie on their actions.
Session 49	Halfbie saw nothing wrong with how they were using the book and pointed out that, as a researcher, Haldir should be well aware of the pain of trying to undo one's research and know that many would accept money from strange places if it meant the research could continue. Haldir's eye twitched as he couldnot or would not refute the artguement, he simply truned on his heal and left the room, ending the spell.
Session 32	Before they could say anything else, Haldir Heleyarus cleared his throat with a commanding cough before claiming that it seemed that the spell didn't work for everyone and that there was one more person who wasn't telling the full truth. As he said this, his eyes narrowed to the back of The Party. Following the headmaster's gaze, they found him staring at [[Obeus Yelris Yelris]], who looked to be on the verge of tears. With a click of his fingers, she let out a scream, she lost all the strength in her legs and crumpled to the floor. As she did so, it looked like a spectral being was being yanked from her. The being crumpled on the floor was small and bony[^2] but wore the same golden mask as Ebis Daro. "Ah, an Aspect of Ebis Daro, I presume", reasoned the headmaster. Chenris' eyes narrowed in anger at the Empress, but before anyone could say anything, the aspect stood up and began readying a spell.
Session 32	The headmaster suddenly spoke up looking dismayed at the chaos his office was now in after the fight. He asked if they had any more questions for him as he was a very busy man and had a lot of work to do. Korrigan asked if had any advice on what they do next. Haldir Heleyarus snorted and exclaimed that despite his position in a school, he did not teach and therefore didn't care what they did after they left his room. Chenris snorted at the back of the group but refused to look the headmaster in the eye. The headmaster msued while stroke his beared before telling them to leave if they have nothing else to do or say. Mordecai tried to argue that he let them in to ask question so it seems odd he doesn't care to help them with their next steps.
Session 31	After some talking, it was revealed that the Strixhaven used to do a lot of research on Other Information/The Towers, specifically The Tower of Ishnmel before they were kicked out of Other Information/The Towers for causing too much hassle for the guards and priests. Most of their research had been taken or was locked away by the university, so the engineers couldn't be of much help. Halfbie then asked if it was possible to see Haldir Heleyarus, the headmaster, reasoning that he must know something about this research.
Session 31	Sitting at the desk was a powerful elf that glowed with golden magical power. his voice boomed with power and importance, and he asked how he could help[^6]. Something within Halfbie knew that this wasn't the real Haldir Heleyarus, but they didn't say anything allowed. Mordecai got right into it and asked about Other Information/The Towers. Haldir mused for a moment before explaining that he remembered Other Information/The Towers being built and revealed that he even knew Akin Netch ‡ and Niaross †, although he admitted that he didn't know them well and had only chatted with them casually a few times.
Session 31	Korrigan asked if he knew of any other way of keeping the gods at bay. Haldir Heleyarus revealed that the only thing that could work would be a steady stream of influential people being sacrificed at Ember Peak, just like Akin Netch ‡'s surface. It would be the only way to keep the Skyfall Ward active without having to use Other Information/The Towers. Korrigan asked if Haldir Heleyarus knew someone cackled Ebis Daro.
Session 31	The headmaster went silent for a moment before revealing that Ebis Daro used to be a lecturer at Strixhaven before being thrown out for being a shapeshifter and his fanatical worship of Ignatius (Sacrificing students). The headteacher explained that Ebis Daro was trying to make his own Ash Spawn army with all the sacrifices he was making. However, Haldir Heleyarus refused to elaborate beyond this. instead, The Party asked about the crystals and making more towers.
Session 31	The room was quiet for a moment before korrigan asked if Haldir Heleyarus had met any Herald's, to which the headmaster said he had met the Seraphina's Healing Guardians but none of the others. When asked, the headmaster also explained that he and Genevieve † managed to stay alive for as long as they did because of forbidden magics, but would elaborate any further as they were forbidden after all.
Session 31	Coming to the end of their questions, Korrigan asked how many towers were needed to keep the gods at bay, especially with a lot of them falling. Haldir Heleyarus explained that only one is needed to stop them from entering the world, but with each one falling, people who gain power from the gods would grow stronger. Then the headmaster gave a warning that before long, all of them would fall, including The All-Father Temple tower, it was not safe as Ebis Daro already knew where it was. But before they could ask how he knew, Haldir laughed before revealing his true form: an incredibly old man hunched over. he had purple eyes and notably six purple identical[^8] that attached to his back, which kept hovering just above the ground.
Session 31	Haldir Heleyarus, sounding a bit annoyed, announced that he had been honest with them, and he wanted to know why they hadn't been honest with him. plus, now that he had revealed his true form, he thought The Party should do the same for him. He suddenly clicked his fingers, causing powerful magics to wash over them, stripping everyone of their changes: Korrigan lost his horns, Seifer Willow ‡ appeared as a ghost over Mordecai's shoulder, and Chenris Tallfellow ‡ doing the same over Halfbie. Halfbie began to panic. They had no idea who the person was on their shoulder. Mordecai tried to explain that this was Chenris Tallfellow ‡, but they had no idea what that was, and the name had never appeared in any of their memories.