Corlin Blackwood

Corlin Blackwood is the Lord of Raventree Hall, and the current head of House Blackwood. Additionally, he is a member of the small council, serving the realm as Master of Laws.

Biography
Second son of Lord Joran Blackwood and Lady Carlys Mallister, Corlin was quite unlike his older brother, Byran Blackwood. Corlin practiced swordplay and archery, but took a deep interest in law, learning, and warcraft; although his father didn't approve, Corlin was allowed to study at the Citadel starting at the age of nine. He was able to attain multiple iron links for warcraft/strategy, copper links for history, and other subjects such as law, religion, and culture. Had he completed his studies, Corlin would no doubt have been the most learned archmaester in history. These skills would later turn Corlin into a feared commander and one of the most learned men in Westeros.

Corlin's studies at the Citadel were cut at the age thirteen. With the death of his brother Byran by bloody flux, he had no choice but to abandon his position as an acolyte and return to Raventree Hall. There, he was betrothed to Sanya Royce in the place of Byran Blackwood, sent off to Runestone to be given a more martial tutoring befitting of a future lord, rather than attend to the lessons of the "grey rats."

With the War of the Triarchy, Corlin earned reputable note to his name as a force of Pentoshi laid their eyes on Runestone. After Lord Royce was wounded and unable to continue fighting, the men of Runestone were rallied by Corlin, who reorganized the soldiers and had them retreat to a principal holdfast within the inner bailey. From there, he sprung a surprise attack with a group that hid in the great hall, and took advantage of the resulting chaos to attack the sellswords in the rear. After his victory at Runestone, Corlin was knighted and granted title of "ser," which he used to march south to break the Gulltown siege alongside Lord Grafton, driving the Pentoshi out of Westeros once and for all. All at the age of fourteen.

The years following, Corlin became known as a scholar-general of sorts, with a sea of knowledge and tactical acumen at his disposal, something he is respected for. With his father’s death by the time he was of age, the newly made Lord Blackwood. After consummating his marriage with Sanya Royce, their relationship bearing many children, and resolving countless disputes between both common and noble folk, his extensive knowledge and reputation as a fair man earned Corlin the title of "the Just," enough to be appointed as Master of Laws. Lord Blackwood took it upon himself never to let his mind go to waste over the decades, accomplished through a great deal of study. He currently resides in King’s Landing with his kids Harrion and Nyla, where he attends to duty as Master of Laws. He can often be found in his solar reading or listening to reports from the commander of the City Watch.

Personality
Corlin is a kind man who displays generosity to his subjects. He is merciful in war, and oftentimes found engrossed in literature, with vested interest in law. He abides by his personal code of honor/justice.

Relationships
Ties with the Mallisters and Royces.

Skills
Corlin is masterful in law and history, knowledge he uses when passing judgement. He is a proficient warrior and commander who favors the longsword.

Abilities
Strength: 2

Dexterity: 3

Endurance: 2

Intelligence: 5

Charisma: 2

Appearance: 2

Statuses
Class: 4

Wealth: 4

Fame: 4

Prestige: 4

Allies: 3

Skills
Melee: 3

Command: 5

Intrigue: 3

Stewardship: 3

Learning: 6

Stealth: 2

Archery: 2

Diplomacy: 4

Intimidation: 2

Seduction: 1

Horsemanship: 3