Markas Redmane

Markas Redmane is the Steward of the Perch and former Acolyte of the Citadel before Citadel stops training maesters.

Appearance and Character
Markas' hair has went grey, or partially so, slightly early. He wears a thin beard with his hair pulled backward. He is tall but does not have a warrior's build. Markas is a fairly solitary man, though is amiable when in social situations. Although not obvious, Markas can be prideful due to the lack of educated men in the realm, feeling himself as one of the last maesters even though he did not forge his chain.

History
Markas Redmane is the youngest Brother of Aron Redmane. Because he wasn't next in line to be the heir of his house he was sent off to become a maester. Markas was unhappy with this decision, as he thought he was Better than his older siblings in the manners of being a lord and he even looked the part. He went through many years of tutelage in the Citadel. but as he became more and more aware of what his life would be, he became less and less interested in what was in store. Because of this Markas started to cause trouble he still very much enjoyed learning as much as possible but he no longer wanted to forge his chain. during the day he would study and learn like most, but at night he became a totally different person. He went to taverns, slept with whores, even once took a try at an underground fighting pit and won a few bouts. Word of this reached some of his fellow acolytes, from there it spread thought the Citadel. The Archmaesters might have expelled him for such behavior, but before they did, in fact, all acolytes were expelled as the Citadel ceased to exist as an institution in 304 AC.

Upon arriving back in Redwater Keep, he found that much had changed. His family left his beloved land fall into ruin. when he arrived back in the castle he wasn't greeted warmly instead it was much the opposite. As he began to understand the fullness of the complications his family was facing, the more it made him want to leave. A few weeks after his return Quentyn's War started. he was appalled that his family supported Princess Arianne. He was taught in the Citadel that it was a man’s job to rule. That night he stole his sand steed and road to his brother in-law, Lord Olyvar Redhawk. Upon arriving he was brought to Lord Redhawk in is hall. after telling him what had transpired with his family he was welcomed with open arms. after a few years and a lot of council given, he was awarded a place of honor as the steward of the house.