Manix Lir

Biographical Information

• Full Name: Manix Lir
• Date of Birth: 2020
• Place of Birth: On the sea, per family tradition
• Height: 5’11” (180 cm)
• Build: Muscular
• Hair: Stylish, well-groomed
• Facial Hair: Neatly trimmed beard
• Notable Features: Celtic tattoos representing ancestral ruins, often seen wearing dungarees and a t-shirt unless dressing for a specific occasion
• Occupation: Sailor, Magic User, Information Gatherer
• Religion: Celtic reconstructionist (neo-druid)
• Current Age: 27
• Reborn god: Manannán Mac Lir, Celtic God of the Sea

Physical Appearance and Personal Style

Manix Lir stands at 5’11” with a muscular frame that speaks to a life spent battling the sea. His hair is always kept stylish and well-groomed, and his beard is neatly trimmed. His body is adorned with Celtic tattoos, each a sacred symbol passed down through generations, linking him to his ancestral roots and the gods his family worships. Despite his careful grooming, Manix prefers practicality in his attire, often seen in dungarees and a t-shirt unless a situation calls for more formal dress.

Personality

Manix is a man of contrasts. On the boat, he is all business—disciplined, focused, and demanding the same level of commitment from his crew. His leadership style is strict but fair, earning him both respect and loyalty. However, once ashore, Manix becomes a different man entirely. He is a natural introvert, prone to isolation, often wandering the wharf in disguises to avoid unwanted attention. Despite this, among family and close shipmates, he transforms into an outgoing prankster, known for his practical jokes and legendary private parties.

The complexities of Manix’s personality are deeply tied to his experiences and his faith. He worships Manannan Mac Lir, the Celtic God of the Sea, with devout fervor. However, the grief from the mysterious death of his sister has cast a long shadow over his life, dampening his once vibrant sense of humor and leaving him with a heavy heart.

Magical Abilities

Manix Lir’s connection to the sea is more than just spiritual—it is magical. From a young age, he discovered his ability to control the elements, particularly water and wind, which are strongest when he is at sea. These powers are gifts from his god, and through years of practice and research, Manix has honed his abilities into formidable skills.

Elemental Control

• Water: Manix has a deep, innate connection to water. He can control tides, calm waves, and even influence the flow of water at will. His control over water extends to healing, where he can manipulate the water within a body to mend injuries with precision.
• Wind: While his control over wind is less developed than his mastery of water, Manix can use it to eavesdrop from a distance, create protective barriers, and even use it offensively to push or bind his enemies.

Initially, Manix’s magical abilities were severely restricted when on land. He needed direct contact with water—whether through the sea, rain, or even a simple flask—to activate his powers. However, after a magical surge altered his water flask, he can now perform his abilities on land without immediate contact with water, though they are considerably weaker compared to when he is at sea. He always carries his flask of seawater as a source of power, providing a small boost to his abilities and a connection to his maritime roots.

Manix has discovered that different colors within his magic represent different elemental forces, with blue associated with water and red with fire. His magic is relatively subtle, allowing him to create simple effects such as enhancing the precision of a small fire or slightly altering water currents. He has learned to blend these colors to control minor elements, like tempering fire with a hint of water for delicate tasks. His spells are not powerful enough to cause large-scale destruction or perform complex feats but are instead useful for practical, focused applications.

Notable Life Events

• Sister’s Death (2026): At the age of 6, Manix experienced the joy of his first sea voyage, only to return home to the devastating news of his older sister’s death due to a mysterious pandemic. This event marked the beginning of his journey into magic and his lifelong pursuit of the truth behind her death.
• Storm of the Century (2039): At 19, Manix encountered a terrifying storm off the Indian shore that nearly destroyed his ship. It was during this storm that he first felt the presence of his magical abilities. The experience left him changed, with a newfound connection to the sea and its elemental powers.
• Mastering Magic (2042): By the age of 22, Manix had fully embraced his magical abilities, learning to control the flow of energy and the elements. He spent years perfecting his craft, and discovered the existence of five elemental colors he could manipulate.
• Breaking the Land Barrier (2046): At 26, Manix overcame his limitation of needing water to perform magic on land. This breakthrough allowed him greater freedom to use his powers, leading him to further explore the depths of his magical potential.
• Mission to Moscow (2047): Now 27, Manix is on a mission to uncover the truth behind his sister’s death and to find the missing piece in his magical knowledge. His quest has led him to Moscow, where rumors of other magic users and references to a mysterious sixth element have drawn his attention. He believes that the answers he seeks lie in the ancient lore and the arcane knowledge hidden in the capital.

Weapons and Tools

• Warped Water Flask: A flask of seawater from his home, altered during a magical surge, allowing him to perform magic on land as effectively as at sea.
• Disguises: Manix is skilled in the art of disguise, a talent honed during his youth in the backstreets of various ports. He uses this ability to gather information and blend into different cultures.
• Knowledge of Combat: Manix is proficient with various fighting styles, both with and without weapons as taught to him by his father, which is a family tradition.

Goals and Motivations

Manix Lir is driven by a deep need to uncover the truth behind his sister’s death and to further his mastery of magic. His journey is one of discovery—both of his own abilities and the ancient secrets that his family has guarded for generations. He is determined to find the rumored sixth element mentioned in Celtic lore, which he believes is key to unlocking the full potential of his powers.

Manix’s path is fraught with danger, but his resolve is unshakable. Whether on land or at sea, he continues to seek the knowledge and power that will help him fulfill his destiny and protect those he loves.

Past lives

Manannán Mac Lir, Celtic God of the Sea

Syn-Jyn Quick, Reyn Sept of the Taardad Aiel