**Character Profile: Richmond Myles**

Age: 25

Physical Description:
  * Height: 6'0"
  * Build: Lean but muscular, a result of years of surviving in a harsh environment.
  * Hair: Short, dark brown, slightly unkempt.
  * Eyes: Blue, intense and contemplative.
  * Distinguishing Marks: A deep scar on his left forearm, a reminder of his close encounters with daemons.  

Background:
  * Early Life: Grew up in [[Urbania|Urbania]], a megacity known for its technological advancements. Richmond had a sheltered childhood, with his father, [[Marcus Myles|Marcus]], raising him alone after his mother's death during childbirth.
  * The Return: The sudden appearance of nocturnal [[Daemon|daemons]] threw his life into chaos. His father's sacrifice to save him marked a turning point, leaving him deeply scarred emotionally.
  * Isolation: Richmond spent years in solitude after discovering an ancient burial ground with protective [[Rune|runes]]. He dedicated himself to mastering the runes, distancing himself from the remnants of humanity.

Personality:
  * Introspective and Intelligent: Richmond is highly thoughtful, often lost in contemplation. His intelligence is evident in his quick grasp of the ancient runes.
  * Resilient: His experiences have made him tough and enduring, capable of withstanding both physical and emotional hardships.
  * Determined: Once he sets his mind on something, he is relentless in achieving it. This determination drives his quest to rediscover lost magic and fight the daemons.
  * Guarded: His years of isolation have made him wary of others, and he struggles with guilt over turning his back on humanity.

Skills:
  * Runic Magic: Richmond is a master of ancient runes, understanding their meanings, applications, and creating new combinations for combat, repulsion, and light.
  * Combat Skills: While not his primary focus, his survival skills include basic combat techniques necessary for defending himself.
  * Survival Skills: Proficient in foraging, navigation, and creating shelters, honed during his years in isolation.

Motivation:
  * Redemption: Driven by guilt over his isolation, Richmond is motivated to use his knowledge of runes to help humanity.
  * Defeating the Daemons: His ultimate goal is to find a way to permanently seal away the daemons, as the ancients once did.
  * Honoring His Father: Richmond’s actions are often guided by the desire to honor his father's sacrifice and fulfill the promise of a safer world.

Relationships:
  * [[Marcus Myles|Marcus Myles]]: Richmond’s father, whose sacrifice deeply affected him. Memories of Marcus guide Richmond’s moral compass.
  * [[Nova Thorn|Nova Thorn]]: Initially, a source of awakening for Richmond, Elara becomes a close ally and confidante. Their relationship evolves from mutual respect to a deep partnership, potentially romantic.

Arc:
  * Isolation to Integration: Richmond’s journey from a solitary scholar to a key figure in humanity’s fight against the daemons.
  * Redemption and Leadership: Struggling with his past decisions, Richmond grows into a leader who empowers others with his knowledge of runes.
  * Ultimate Quest: His quest to uncover the ultimate rune knowledge to permanently seal the daemons forms the backbone of his character arc.

Additional Notes:
  * Symbolism: Richmond symbolizes the power of knowledge and the importance of facing one's past to build a better future.
  * Challenges: His journey involves overcoming guilt, learning to trust others, and transitioning from a solitary figure to a leader.

Future Development:
  * Leadership Role: Richmond’s deepening role as a leader in the fight against daemons, possibly forming a council with other key characters like Nova.
  * Relationship with Elara: The evolution of his relationship with Elara, with potential romantic development, adds depth to his character and personal stakes to his mission.
  * Rune Mastery: Richmond’s ongoing quest to find and master the ultimate runes, unlocking new powers and secrets of the ancient magic system.