Ezra Luke

Our great Emperor was born to Linda and Thomes, distant relatives of the royal bloodline. On the day of his birth, the Eight Gods descended, each offering their blessings and a warning. They foretold that Ezra would become the next rightful emperor and urged his parents to protect him at all costs. For the current ruler, Emperor Richard, had fallen to corruption under the influence of Egon, threatening to drag the entire kingdom into ruin.

He was hidden away in a remote lakeside village, raised in secret among trusted family members and loyal guardians. There, for twenty years, Ezra grew strong in body, mind, and spirit. Those around him taught him everything they could, and he absorbed it all like a sponge though some would say his brilliance was simply a gift from the gods themselves.

Meanwhile, the kingdom’s condition worsened. Even as a child, Ezra could sense the sickness in the Empire. Though he was told to remain hidden, there were moments he couldn't resist helping. One such moment nearly exposed him.

At the age of sixteen, he saved a young woman Arlene Cho, who would later become his wife from a group of corrupt imperial guards attempting to harm her. With quick thinking and sharp swordplay, he distracted some and cut down the rest, displaying tactical skill far beyond his years. He brought Arlene to his village for safety, but the guards had tracked them.

Ezra, already anticipating this, had arranged an ambush. His personal guards and several villagers subdued the attackers. Those willing to repent were given new purpose under his protection. The others those responsible for assaulting the innocent were executed for their crimes.

After the incident, Ezra learned much from Arlene not just about the injustices she endured, but about the rot festering within the Kingdom. She revealed that the “gift” she was to deliver was meant for one of the Emperor’s corrupt lords. Ezra's parents, alarmed by the growing danger, begged him to remain hidden for a few more years until he came of age.

But that wasn’t who Ezra was.

Our great Emperor began traveling in secret, meeting citizens, nobles, soldiers anyone disillusioned with the Empire’s path. He shared his vision, offered hope, and planted the seeds of change. Working from the shadows, he built alliances, orchestrated plans, and slowly moved toward a quiet revolution. All the while, he continued his studies and training. He remained humble, kind-hearted, and strikingly charismatic.

Arlene stayed by his side through it all, helping him build connections and rally support. Their love began to blossom during these years, but both knew the mission came first. Their hearts were aligned in purpose they were preparing for Ezra's ascension, and the day he would confront Emperor Richard.

On Ezra’s twentieth birthday, there was no grand celebration only movement. The people he had gathered, the plans he had woven over years, all began to unfold. In the weeks leading up to that night, silent rebellions were sparked, key figures disappeared, and the Imperial stronghold quietly began to crumble.

Then, on the eve of his birthday, the impossible happened: Emperor Richard was slain not by Ezra, but by Ezra’s father. Thomes stepped forward and took the burden of regicide, ensuring that his son’s rule would begin untarnished. It was a sorrowful moment but also one full of hope.

Ezra stepped forward not with arrogance, but with clarity and compassion. As he addressed the people, his voice rang with truth and purpose:

“My beloved family. My cherished Kingdom. Citizens, you are all kin to me. I swear this to you: the reign of terror is over. By the will of the Eight Sacred Gods who blessed me, I shall guide us into unity and prosperity. Let us release our pain, embrace one another anew, and together, rebuild a future of honor and peace.”

He did not speak as a conqueror. He spoke as a brother, a son, a leader born of the people. And they listened.

Thus began a new era an age of prosperity and unity. Emperor Ezra Luke ruled for the next 180 years, building bridges, founding cities, and weaving the scattered threads of the realm into a single, mighty tapestry. He married Arlene, his first and greatest love, making her Empress. In time, he took additional wives, forming dynastic bonds with other noble houses to secure peace across the land.

He did not do it for power.

He did it to fulfill the promise he made on the night of his ascension: that no citizen would ever be abandoned again.

Of course, our great Emperor achieved countless accomplishments building the empire, restoring stability to agriculture, and uniting the fractured realms. But what he cherished most, above all, were his children.

As they grew, each of his 34 sons and daughters took to heart the lessons taught by him and their mothers. They became leaders, guardians, and stewards some ruling over provinces, others managing agriculture, trade, or clans. Every one of them holds a position within the government, not just by blood, but by merit and dedication.

What made Emperor Ezra most proud was not their titles, but their character. They carried compassion, a willingness to learn, and the strength to work alongside others. He often said, “I may be the beginning, but they are the future. The Kingdom is our family, and it will grow through them.”

He believed in each of his children and in every citizen. And his children did not fail him. Thanks to their efforts, and the foundation he built, the Kingdom has endured for thousands of years since Emperor Ezra’s reign.

The only regret Emperor Ezra ever voiced was a quiet one a whisper to those closest to him we only find this in his Mother diary talking proudly of her son and what he wishes: that he wished he had acted sooner. That he could have saved more lives, reunited more families, and freed the world from Emperor Richard’s tyranny before so much was lost.

The Second Dynasty The Children of Ezra Luke

Great Ezra’s family was vast and their legacy even greater. His children not only upheld his ideals but helped elevate the kingdom into a true golden age. Under the rule of his firstborn, Lucien Ezra Luke, the Second Rule of Luke Dynasty flourished thanks to the unity and strength of his siblings.

Children of Empress Arlene (First Wife Primary Royal Line, 5 Children)

These five stood closest to their father and supported every major reform.

1. Lucien Ezra Luke The Second Emperor; ushered in a golden era.
2. Seraphina Valette Luke: The Emperor’s Hand and closest advisor; often credited with reining in Lucien’s overreach.
3. Darian Tormund Luke: Commander of the Imperial Guard; known for loyalty and strength.
4. Alenya Rose Luke: Mistress of Temples; responsible for expanding and organizing the The Followers of the Sacred Divine 8.
5. Kieran Hollowheart Luke: Information Advisor and quiet wanderer; gathered knowledge for all his siblings and guided from the shadows.

Children of Francesca (Second Wife – Noble Alliance, 6 Children)

These siblings excelled in diplomacy, economics, and cultural development.

1. Evandrel Thorne Luke: Lord of Trade and Estates; led economic reform alongside Meilin.
2. Mirisella Fay Luke: Ambassador of Internal Affairs; ensured harmony across noble families.
3. Veyric Talon Luke: Hunter-General of the Imperial Wilds; worked closely with Finnrick to protect the kingdom’s edges.
4. Caelis Dorne Luke: Warden of the Southern Ways; maintained peace with the fairies in the mountain passes.
5. Rosamira Vel Luke: Master Artisan and Court Curator; established guilds for artisans, musicians, and performers.
6. Thalos Quinn Luke: Whisperseer of the Hidden Chamber; leader of the empire’s elite spy network.

Children of Viera (Third Wife Bunnyfolk Line, 12 Children)

Known as Humfolk, these siblings embodied joy, practicality, and deep ties to the land.

1. Hopperin Merri Luke: Leader of the Bunnyfolk Tribe; diplomat between Humfolk and the empire.
2. Velra Nim Luke: Sky Courier Commander; formed aerial tracking teams across the vast eastern lands.
3. Tomo Flitch Luke: Engineer and Inventor; known for innovations in transport, infrastructure, and living comforts.
4. Lilabelle “Lily” Luke: Storykeeper of the Dynasty; chief historian and record-keeper of royal events.
5. Finnrick Boun Luke: Beastmaster of the Royal Fields; worked with Veyric to preserve magical wildlife.
6. Marza Dewtail Luke: Healer and Herbalist; famed doctor who treated citizens from all walks of life.
7. Quibble Fen Luke: Entrepreneur and Organizer; built businesses that supported medical care and hospitals.
8. Tansy Fleece Luke: Founder of Rural Schools; joyful and kind-hearted, focused on educating children.
9. Brinzel Quickstep Luke: Imperial Messenger; the fastest among his siblings, trusted with vital deliveries.
10. Juniper Nest Luke: Warden of Wild Springs; joined a druidic circle still active in the empire today.
11. Peppin Mirth Luke: Carnival Master of the Caspian Frontier; founded festivals and negotiated with new clans.
12. Salli Whistle Luke: Celebrated Bard of the Echo Choir; one of the era’s most beloved performers.

Children of Ming (Fourth Wife – Mystic & Scholarly, 4 Children)

This group was steeped in knowledge, law, and poetry.

1. Yuehan Rain Luke: A Poet of the Silent Garden; his travel journals, Rain and Sky, became a legendary poetry collection.
2. Meilin Starfire Luke: Co Lord of Trade and Estates; partnered with Evandrel to strengthen the empire’s economy.
3. Zhenri Vale Luke: Judge of Balance and Law; renowned for settling clan disputes with fairness and grace.
4. Qiao Ember Luke: Keeper of Forbidden Tomes; founded the royal archive of dangerous, ancient knowledge.

Children of Concubines & Clan Alliances (Mixed Lineage, 7 Children)

Each played a key role in maintaining harmony between the ruling dynasty and the clans of the realm.  

1. Torven Ashgard Luke: Clan Representative to the Ember Council.
2. Nadra Silktree Luke: Representative of the Silktree Clan; master negotiator.
3. Brynnal Frost Luke: Southern Warden and Clan Guard Champion.
4. Jexis Nightwell Luke: Shin Clan Healer; made several groundbreaking medical discoveries.
5. Cassira Moonvine Luke: Keeper of Family Archives; protected the royal bloodline’s documents.
6. Orrin Glaive Luke: Went missing under mysterious circumstances; his fate remains unknown.
7. Elira Dawnshine Luke: Mistress of Ceremonies; orchestrated rituals and grand events for the court.