The Mark

"The Mark of the Emperor" is genetic and granted by Sorellyn to the first Emperor of the L'Sheriss Royal Line, although its full effects only became evident in his son.

The Mark of the Emperor

Physical characteristics associated with the Mark are bright, sapphire blue ( thought occasionally different shades of blue or amethyst purple) eyes with unmatched intensity. They have a slight built, height frequently one to two heads shorter than average. They are generally rather handsome but not excessively so.

The Mark is both a blessing and a curse. Until recently, it was thought to be exclusively male.

Positive Effects

• Genius level intelligence

• Accelerated growth of wisdom
• Eager and quick to learn, inquisitive

• Inherent morality and sense of justice

• Heightened senses

• Excellent leadership skills

• Enhanced fighting ability

• Mark Magic

• Communication and control over the drakes

Negative Effects

Paranoia of varying degree

Often have increased sensitivity and low tolerance to heat and cold.

Many fail to notice hunger or outright lack a hunger response

Mark Episodes*

Occasional quirky, eccentric behavior

Increased potential for mental problems

Violent temper

Need to kill

*Mark Episodes can include: Catatonia, psychosis, split personality, extreme anger/sadness/desire,

Mark Magic

(often called 'blue stuff' due to its coloring) which is some sort of arcane/divine/soul based magic that they have great control over and is unique to the Mark.