Background
Origins:
Galoban grew up in present day Cytheria, leading a pleasantly simple life with a small family until an unspeakable tragedy struck, forcing him to leave home. He wandered aimlessly through the lands of Kurathene for several years until confronted by a cleric of Toran. Galoban spent quite a bit of time with this cleric, coming to terms with events in his life. Eventually, he and the cleric both agreed that a trip south would give him a break from the anguish that the constant reminder of his environs was providing, and help set him on the path Toran had chosen for him.
Return to Kurathene:
After a lengthy trip, Galoban arrived in Mikona shortly after the migration to Visimontium. Figuring this city of mages would prove to be an excellent locale for studying his art, the old mage wasted no time in turning around and heading back north. Realizing that choosing an Order of Andrinor's Trust would facilitate his studies, he began researching the various Orders and speaking with their members. It did not take him long to decide on the Blue Order of the Sky, for their dedication to disciplined study and Toran-like work ethic fit him as comfortable as a glove. Soon after arriving in Visimontium, Galoban met with the Order's Archmage, Aerill Ailpera, and was a member soon after.
Much to Galoban's dismay, however, upon joining the Order he would learn that the Order's tower was being constructed in Kuras, the very capital of Kurathene. Initially, he was resistant. He refused to travel to Kuras until an Order meeting necessitated that he do so. Even then, he wasted no time in returning to Visimontium. But it was not long until news began filtering down of Cytheria's attempts to push back the Tyedu barbarian horde that had over-run Halstead. Feeling obliged to help his homeland with such a dangerous goal, he resigned himself to the fact that Toran's will would have him return to Kurathene. He journied to his land of birth, spending a considerable amount of time in solitary meditation before returning to Kuras.
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