Relc
characterAlso known as: Guardsman Relc, Senior Guardsman Relc, That Relc, But Relc, Drake Guy, the Drake, the lizardman, The Drake
A guardsman referenced by a rookie as likely getting punishment duty for breaking windows.
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A large, lizard-like Drake with a grinning mouth full of sharp teeth. He carries a spear, which is seen covered in blood.
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Mentioned by the guards on the wall as a member of the patrol who is currently on punishment detail for breaking windows.
A Drake Senior Guardsman, Relc accompanies his partner Klbkch to investigate the smoke from Erin's inn. His imposing appearance initially frightens her, but his friendly and boisterous personality soon puts her at ease. He shares a meal with her, explains the basics of leveling and classes, and expresses cultural pride in being a Drake, not a Lizardfolk. After leaving, he shows empathy for Erin's loneliness and plans to visit her again.
Appears in the Liscor Guard's barracks, eager to finish his shift and visit Erin for more pasta. He complains loudly when Captain Z orders them to break up a marketplace brawl, but ultimately follows his orders, though disappointed he won't get to visit the inn.
Referenced in Erin's internal monologue as someone who paid her two silver coins, which she uses as a benchmark to recognize Pisces is trying to scam her.
Relc arrives at the inn with his partner, Klbkch. After learning Pisces is a thief, he identifies him as a wanted criminal with a bounty. He arrests Pisces and threatens to beat him, explaining the prestigious nature of his job as a Senior Guardsman. After Pisces escapes, Relc recognizes the danger of a rogue [Necromancer] and leaves to organize a manhunt.
Relc, along with Klbkch, returns to the inn and successfully ambushes Pisces. The ensuing brawl showcases his immense strength and hatred for mages. Enraged by Pisces's resistance, Relc prepares to execute him on the spot, but is ultimately thwarted by Erin's arguments and Klbkch's adherence to the law, forcing him to leave in a fury.
Referenced by Erin as one of the people who showed her where Liscor was and gave her an inaccurate estimate of the travel time.
Relc is first seen in the guard barracks, where he carelessly insults humans while Erin is within earshot. Overcome with guilt, he follows her out of the city, rescues her from a Goblin ambush, and apologizes for his words. To 'make it up to her,' he later hunts down and kills two of the Goblins, unaware of the consequences this will have.
Arrives at the inn in a cheerful mood, believing he has solved Erin's 'Goblin problem' by killing two of them. He horrifies Erin by presenting their severed heads as an apology gift and leaves in confusion and frustration when she reacts with screaming and vomiting. His actions directly set up the chapter's main conflict.
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“They’re interesting and entertaining, but they don’t have much inside their fleshy heads. I’d never trust a Human to have my back. Drakes stick together and Humans do their thing in the north, am I right?”
“Hey, I’m telling the truth here. Little Miss Human isn’t that bad. You should meet her. But let me tell you, she can also be pretty annoying. Remember that [Necromancer] guy I told you me and Klbkch tracked down? She wouldn’t let us kill him even after he blasted us both with a few spells. Just kept saying that he wasn’t that bad.”
“Got you bastards. You can’t run from Relc! Damn, I thought there were three of you? Whatever. If Erin doesn’t love this—now I need to find some wood. Damn. I should be having dinner!”
“It was nothing. They’re no threat to me or anyone with a few levels in any warrior class. But don’t worry about those pests. I said I’d make it up to you, didn’t I? I’ll do something about them.”
+356 more quotes →“Right at the start. Did you see her expression? Relc’s not gonna have an easy time explaining that.”