House Argis of Antadon
Date founded - during the First War with AngathorLeader - Duke Whyllis Argis IVHouse Words - "Our arrows strike true!"
History
House Argis was founded in ancient times. According to legend, as the first human states came into being, one of the two people followed a falcon northwards, founding a state in the Guardian Mountains, which for centuries was known as the Kingdom of Antadour. This kingdom declined during the First War with Angathor.
The situation was not helped by a rebellion in the south of the country when, after receiving aid from the Venrisians, Lord Arledge Argis - steward of the city of Antadon, which was the largest metropolis in the kingdom to the south - paid homage to King of Venris and spoke openly against his brother, Arthron Argis III. The king immediately sent all his forces to retake the rebellious south, leaving his northern borders unguarded. This decision cost him everything. An invasion of dark elves from the north and Venrisians supported by his brother from the south killed the dying kingdom. House Argis has been split into two lesser houses - House Argis of Antadon and House Argis of the Dead Mountains.
This established the Duchy of Antadon, with House Argis of Antadon ruling as dukes and vassals of Venris. The house retains local government, but its authority is constrained by Venrisian demands. The dukes must balance the interests of their country against obligations imposed by their overlord, and partly enforce the exploitation of Antadon themselves.
Known members of House Argis of Antadon
Duke Whyllis IV of House Argis
Duke Whyllis Argis has ruled Antadon continuously for 52 years when he took over the title from his father at the age of 21. He is recognised as one of the most enlightened rulers on Lurra. He has brought about many alliances from outside Lothaycor, reconciled the centuries-old feuding families of Antadon and contributed to the significant socio-economic development of the region.
Lord William Argis
The eldest legitimate child and heir of Duke Whyllis. Known for his dissolute lifestyle, however, his charisma goes some way to compensating for this. Expierienced fighter, fought during the Quiet War against the dark elven saboteurs and during the War against Sahr Confederacy - he aided venrisian army with his garrison of Falconguards.
Lady Avaliah Bottston née Argis
Avaliah was educated at Venris University, majoring in Diplomacy. After graduation, she was married to the heir of Lord Bottston, forging an alliance between the two families. In her spare time she devotes her time to charity work.
Ergenos Argis
To many known as "The Bastard of the Falcon", he's the oldest child of Duke Whyllis. His mother is Lady Leadria Lightstrider, a high elven aristocrat with whom Duke Whyllis had a brief affair during his youth. He currently serves as Commander of the Falconguard - Duchy's land forces. His story is available here.
Thalari Argis [*]
A talented archer, the youngest child of Duke Whyllis. In her youth, she formed a close friendship with Arthur Darkhaven, which, over the years, blossomed into love. However, their relationship came to an end due to an arranged engagement with Arthur's elder brother, Fenilian. In an act of desperation, Arthur made a pact with Asmodeus, promising his brother’s soul in exchange for the love of Thalari. On the day of Thalari's wedding to Fenilian, Arthur lost control of his newfound power, killing everyone in the vicinity of the altar and completely incinerating the Sundaris Chapel in Antadon. Thalari perished in his arms, and the relations between the Argis and Darkhaven houses have never been worse.