Ezra Vashar

Ezra Vashar is the Prince-Admiral of Myr and the patriarch of the Vashar family. Despite his exceptional talent for military leadership, he is a decidedly mediocre steward of his own affairs. Proud and content with his station, he leads a luxurious lifestyle when he is not preoccupied with his duty as an admiral.

The eldest son of a diligent and ambitious magister, Ezra's youth was defined by aimlessness. At an unusually late age - and after a failed mercantile venture - he reluctantly took up a naval career. To even his own surprise, he excelled as an officer and earned distinction for his tactical successes and his smooth navigation of the military bureaucracy. Late in the year 416 AC, he was elected Prince-Admiral of Myr. Though his tenure has been uneventful thus far, the Conclave remains reasonably confident in his steady hand and readiness for future conflicts.

Appearance and Character
Dark hair, deep brown eyes and olive skin reveal Ezra's overwhelmingly Rhoynish heritage. An average height and figure allow him to blend in among the Myrish populace - but the Prince-Admiral always prefers to stand out. Affable expressions tend to occupy a handsome face that is complimented by good grooming, and lively gestures animate his demeanor in conversations. His wardrobe is expensive but never too ostentatious; he usually sports fairly practical clothing. A few small medals are often adorned over his heart, proudly signifying his military rank.

Those outside of military circles seldom see any hint at Ezra's fitness for command. He is known for his seemingly careless demeanor and his fondness for extravagant parties, material comforts and copious drinking. The Prince-Admiral is at ease even among powerful and distinguished company, and confident enough in his natural amicability to rarely fear what others may think of him. Indeed, he relishes in his reputation as a revelous buffoon, and considers the occasional indignity a fair price to pay for his amusement.

As the patriarch of House Vashar, he has proven adequate but neglectful. Content enough with the fortune he inherited, he has little interest in expanding his family's wealth and often delegates the management of their businesses to other relatives. Though he prefers to keep up good appearances, Ezra is readily forgiving of his most decadent and deviant relations. Mindful of his own hedonistic tendencies, he does not allow himself to play the moral arbiter.

His success in the political arena derives primarily from his geniality, pliability and military credentials; subtler political machinations often elude him. As a Magister, Ezra is usually inclined to favor the more popular side of any particular debate, and as a Prince-Admiral, he seldom questions the Conclave's decisions.

Those involved with the armed forces of Myr, however, have a somewhat different impression of the Prince-Admiral. Though his affability has endeared him to his subordinates, they know him for much more than his indulgent lifestyle. Ezra is surprisingly competent at managing the military bureaucracy, and has preserved the efficient reforms of his predecessors. In battle, his strength lies in improvisation and an unshakable calm. Even when inebriated, the Prince-Admiral is quick to react to surprises.

Early Life
The first child of a reigning patriarch, Ezra was a designated heir from the moment of his birth - a status that was never called into question.