El Hijo del Astra
El Hijo del Astra (translated: The Son of The Stars , also known as Astra is a Masked Druid originally from the Star Wardens tribe. His real name is unknown. He is best identified by his signature Black and yellow mask adorned with star constellations, which doubles as his Star Map. He is played by Xander Fielder.
| Name | Race | Level/Class | Hometown | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Known as El Hijo del Astra (He/Him) | Human | 2 Druid (Circle of Stars) | Nomadic | Alive in Myste-Hass |
History of El Hijo del Astra
Tradition of the Star Wardens
The Star Wardens are known for being nomadic masked protectors, using the stars to traverse Tempress. Tradition states that tribe members receive a name and mask from their elders upon coming of age, as determined by the sky on the night of the event. Their faces and real names are not disclosed to those outside the tribe, as the mask is considered sacred. Some will take off their masks in private and go out in public if anonymity is required.
With the importance and belief placed on masks, losing your mask by force or to an opponent in battle is seen as the ultimate insult. Losing it is also believed to strip you of your power, and your place in the tribe; a fate worse than death. As such, tribe members often place their masks as wagers against rivals and opponent fighters in 1v1 honourable battles called 'Luchas de apuestas' (Translated: Fights with Wagers). Common wagers include land, trade, hair, pride/embarrassment, and mask vs. mask in the case of 2 Star Wardens or masked combatants facing each other. Star Wardens who lose their masks are told to reveal their real name and age to the person who beat them, and are asked to leave the tribe. Tribe warriors are also sometimes asked to leave in order to improve their skills as fighters or spellcasters in a tradition known as "excursions". Members will leave for several years, before using the stars to return to the tribe.
Before Myste-Hass: El Hijo del Astra
El Hijo del Astra was born in the Star Wardens, and upon coming of age, was given the name 'El Hijo del Astra', and given a black and yellow mask adorned with star constellations. After spending several years in the tribe, he was sent on excursion to Myste-Hass.
On day 13 of the 2 week journey to Myste-Hass, the ship was attacked, leaving Astra and several others stranded on a small island without their equipment. After infiltrating a hobgoblin camp and rescuing 2 sailors, the group was able to steal 2 rafts and sail to Myste-Hass, officially beginning Astra's excursion.
Trivia
- El Hijo del Astra, and the Star Wardens, are inspired by the Lucha Libre style of wrestling, with such aspects such as Masks and their history and traditions being adapted.
- El Hijo del Astra is specifically inspired by 2 luchadores; El Santo and Penta El Zero M.
