Leo Athomath

Leo Athomath is in good physical health, though notably lean and slightly underbuilt.

Leo has a narrow, wiry frame and stands slightly above average height for his age. His build is non-imposing, with long limbs and a posture that often appears relaxed or slightly slouched. His remaining arm and hand show signs of fine callusing.

He bears a rounded face with a faint angularity in the jaw, reminiscent of his father's younger features. His eyes are a muted amber, typically described as distant or unfocused when he's thinking. His hair is dark brown and often left slightly unkempt.

The most notable identifying feature is the absence of his right arm, which ends cleanly just below the shoulder. While typically covered with a long-sleeved coat or tunic, it is not concealed in official records.

Leo has a habit of tapping surfaces rhythmically with his fingers when thinking, often absentmindedly. He occasionally tugs at his sleeves or adjusts his collar when under social pressure, though not to the point of distraction. He tends to angle his body slightly in conversation to compensate for the space of his missing limb.

Leopold Henry Athomath was born on the 21st of December, -7 BFE, alongside his twin sister, Irisa, in the Royal Palace of Athomathia. As the only son of King Octavius Athomath and Queen Nichole Katie, Leo was born into a time of significant political transition, though he remained far removed from its public dimensions.

From an early age, Leo showed little interest in courtly life, diplomacy, or the expectations often associated with royal succession. Unlike his sister, who took naturally to matters of state and public engagement, Leo remained private and intellectually curious, displaying a strong affinity for mechanical design and the United Ranger Core of Avalon. his early education was adapted accordingly, allowing cross realm transit for visits to the Galbon ship yards, engineering, structural theory, and material studies.

Leo was present during the failed attempted kidnapping of the Imperial family. Reports from that period suggest he came close to being taken, and though the attempt was ultimately foiled, the event left a lasting mark. At the age of twelve, Leo suffered the traumatic loss of his dominant arm under undisclosed circumstances. While the Imperial court later commissioned the construction of a prosthetic, Leo reportedly refused to wear it, a decision often interpreted as a private act of autonomy.

In the years following the incident, Leo further withdrew from public life, avoiding official functions and maintaining minimal contact with the political sphere. He eventually relocated to the city of Varnel, enrolling at the Imperial Academy of Su. There, he began formal study in the field of artificing, with a focus on independent research into magical constructs, power regulation, and applied systems design.

Though he holds no official title beyond his status as a Prince of the Empire, Leo is understood to maintain a strong bond with his sister and is occasionally noted in internal Academy bulletins for his academic contributions.

While not a public-facing figure, Leo Athomath has nonetheless achieved recognition in academic and technical circles for his work in the field of artificing. His enrollment at the Imperial Academy of Su marked a notable departure from traditional royal education paths. There, he contributed to the refinement of stabilized micro-conduits used in small-scale magical devices, a niche advancement that saw limited but praised application within the Academy's internal systems.

His decision to forgo a ceremonial or administrative role within the Empire is often viewed, particularly by members of the Imperial court, as a personal act of autonomy — supported by his Niece the Empress.

Leo’s refusal to take on a formal role within the Imperial structure has occasionally been interpreted by external commentators as a failure to meet the traditional expectations of royalty. Within more conservative circles of the older members, his absence from courtly life and his disengagement from political or diplomatic duties have been regarded as wasted potential.

The loss of his dominant arm at the age of twelve is often referenced as a pivotal moment in his life. Though the exact circumstances remain classified by Imperial record, some historians speculate the event may have involved either an accident related to magical instability or fallout from internal matters. His refusal to accept a prosthetic replacement was seen by some in the court as stubbornness, though others interpret it as a sign of deep psychological resolve.

Leo's early exposure to violence and instability, including an attempted kidnapping and the traumatic loss of his arm, is believed to have contributed to a longstanding pattern of emotional withdrawal. While no formal diagnoses have ever been issued by the Imperial court, those close to the family have described Leo as quiet, reserved, and prone to extended periods of isolation — particularly in the years following his injury.

His retreat from public life and sharp aversion to ceremonial obligations have been viewed by some as signs of unresolved psychological strain. However, within academic settings, he is known to be composed, focused, and self-directed, suggesting a high degree of internal regulation rather than visible distress.

Leo maintains a close relationship with his twin sister, Irisa Athomath, the current Virellia of the Empire. Though he remains distant from court life, he is affiliated with the Imperial Academy of Su, where he studies artificing. He has one undisclosed public relationship outside of family

As a member of the imperial family, Leo benefits from a royal stipend and access to state-provided housing and services. He is not known to engage with economic affairs or maintain any private business or investments. His lifestyle, by all accounts, is modest relative to his station.