Tender • Thoughtful • Keen

As rightful heir to House Yoren, ruler of the Red Empire, an undoubtedly heavy responsibility weighs on Henley’s shoulders. Known for its relentless army, strong urge to uphold justice, and overall ruthless demeanor, it has been instilled into Henley that he must rule with strength and lack of mercy if he is to ever become King. Unfortunately, his heart is as warm as they come; often seeing the good in those who have had the world turn a cold shoulder towards them. Rather than ruthlessness, he bleeds empathy and only ever seeks to form connection. It comes as a shock to many that he is of Yoren blood - yet he is the only living male heir of House Yoren, and a time will come where his father steps down as King and he must take his place.

While his interests may not lie in ruling a Kingdom, he does his best to appease his family name and take part in tasks that would prepare him to do so. Proper diplomat etiquette, wielding a sword, and learning the correct form for horseback are just a few of the tasks Henley has come to struggle with. Whether it is having a calm composure in the face of conflict, keeping his balance against the weight of a sword, or staying on the horse after mounting, task after task seems to grace him with more difficulty than the last. Regardless of the hardships, he makes the most of it - speaking to the blacksmith who forged such a gorgeous weapon or tending to the horses afterwards. There is always something positive that comes from his experiences. Whether or not these lessons will lead Henley to becoming the ruthless heir House Yoren wishes upon him, is another story.

Notes

• Despite the brash appearance of House Yoren, its Coat of Arms depicts a singular white lily - often the symbol for purity and rebirth.
• Jokes that are at all suggestive or sexual in nature tend to reduce Henley to nothing more than a flustered mess. This is often his biggest downfall, and he has grown to have little patience for such brutes that use this against him.
• While the practice of magic is scorened upon within the Kingdom, a part of Henley is unable to shake the allure of it, and has always yearned to learn more.
• Red hair runs rampant throughout Yoren lineage; often said to be a symbol of the aggression that lived within the house.