| Elamon | |
|---|---|
| Details | |
| Race | Human |
| Birthplace | Hanweir, Gavony, Innistrad |
| Born | c. 4530 AR |
| Relatives | Torens (brother) |
Elamon was a human hero from Hanweir, Innistrad.
Description[ | ]
Elamon, Torens's older brother, was a towering figure of strength and honor. Known for his imposing presence and dedication, he had a reputation as a local hero, especially after his notable act of bravery involving the exposure of a werewolf in his garrison. Elamon was a protective and responsible elder sibling, having taken on the role of the family’s provider and guardian after their father’s death. His sense of duty was matched only by his deep concern for his family’s well-being.
Despite his public persona as a paragon of virtue and strength, Elamon’s private life was marked by strained relationships, particularly with his younger brother Torens. Their interactions were fraught with tension, driven by Torens’s rebellious streak and Elamon’s rigid adherence to law and order. Elamon's commitment to upholding justice and his role as a protector often put him at odds with Torens, who saw such adherence as restrictive and out of touch with the harsh realities of their lives.[1]
History[ | ]
As a Mausoleum Guard, Elamon had become a well-respected figure in the Hanweir community due to his heroics and dedication. His reputation, however, created friction between him and his younger brother Torens, who was living a more troubled and less conventional life. Their differing paths led to a major confrontation in Jorelda’s Pub, where Elamon, while searching for a contact involved in illicit dealings, unexpectedly encountered Torens.
The encounter showed their strained relationship, with Elamon expressing frustration over Torens's reckless choices and Torens retaliating with defiance. Elamon’s attempts to reach out to Torens and offer him guidance were met with resistance, leading to a tense standoff. As Elamon tried to apprehend his brother, the confrontation escalated, culminating in Torens fleeing from his brother’s pursuit.
Ultimately, Elamon's path became one of tragic irony. His dedication to his duties and his moral uprightness, while admirable, could not bridge the gap between him and his brother. Torens’s flight marked a decisive separation, leaving Elamon to grapple with his brother's choices and his sense of failure in protecting him.
Elamon later sent Torens a poignant letter that revealed the depth of their familial bond and the tragic circumstances of their separation. Elamon's letter, sent to Torens months before Torens read it, was a desperate plea for Torens to return home. Elamon expressed concern over their mother’s deteriorating health and his crisis of faith. The letter, intended to be a bridge between the brothers, was rendered futile, as Torens received it too late to be able to come home to his family, because while Torens was away from his town, Hanweir itself had become a twisted horror, an Eldrazi ooze incorporating all its villagers, including Torens' brother and mother. Torens later walked to his home and found the entire township gone. [1]
Story appearances[ | ]
| Title | Author | Publishing date | Set | Setting (plane) | Featuring |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Survivors | Reinhardt Suarez | 2021-11-12 | Innistrad: Crimson Vow | Innistrad | Torens, Vytas, Aleksandar, Elamon, Jorelda, Lysandra, Rogel, Boris, Taivas (mentioned), Marguerite, Eruth, Umbris |
References[ | ]
- ↑ a b Reinhardt Suarez (November 12, 2021). "Survivors". magicthegathering.com. Wizards of the Coast.