Gaius

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| ~ • ~ | Character Basics | ~ • ~ |

.:Name of Character:. Gaius
.:Nick Name:. None
.:Age:. 60 years old
.:Status:. Citizen

| ~ • ~ | Appearance | ~ • ~ |

.:Physical Appearance:.

Gaius stands at about 5'11" tall and has stark white hair that comes to a little past his shoulders. His eyes are dark blue and are usually either filled with amusement or concern. He doesn't care much about what he wears, but is usually seen in some kind of robe, its colors and style varying. Coming from age, Gaius' face marks how old he is becoming, as wrinkles sit upon it.

.:Height:. 5'11" tall
.:Portrayed by:. Richard Wilson

| ~ • ~ | Personality | ~ • ~ |

.:Personality:.

Gaius is sensible and believes in thinking rationally about things rather than rushing to decisions. He's loyal to Uther despite the methods the king uses to deal with sorcerers and the use of magic. The only person who Gaius values more was Merlin, whom he's come to love like a son. Gaius has also known the Great Dragon for at almost 20 years and trusts his advice, but when Merlin told him that the Great Dragon cared only for himself, he did not protest, suggesting he too had reason to believe that beforehand. But he also knows that there are times when the Dragons' assistance is needed.

Gaius also possesses a dry sense of humour and is one of the few people in Camelot who is brave enough to stand up to Uther when needed. He frequently scolds Merlin about using magic but knows when using magic is necessary. Gaius is willing to give his life for Merlin.

Gaius is also extremely dedicated to his job as Court Physician and would never give up on a patient no matter how serious the illness or injury.

.:Strengths:.

• Good with science and making cures to help people's afflictions
  
• His kindness
  
• Keeping dangerous secrets

.:Weaknesses:.

• Sometimes too kind
  
• His care for Merlin and Uther can cause him to do extreme things
  
• Age and no practice has brought a toll on his magic

.:Magic Abilities:. Sorcerer
.:Special Skills:.

Having grown older and having not practiced magic in a long time, Gaius has forgotten a lot of magic and when he does use it, usually forgets the words or spell altogether. He possesses great skill in science, having gotten himself the position of Court Physician. With science, he can conduct research to find out more about a certain problem, or even create cures.

.:Accents:. A British accent

| ~ • ~ | History | ~ • ~ |

.:Birthplace:. Camelot
.:Family:.

Hunith • Sister
Merlin Caradoc • Nephew

.:Occupation:. Court Physician
.:Current Location of Residence:. Camelot
.:History:.

Prior to becoming court physician Gaius practiced magic with Nimueh. He rose to prominance when the queen died in childbirth and Nimueh failed to save her. She was subsequently banished from the court, becoming an enemy of both King Uther and Gaius. At the same time Uther banished the use of magic in the kingdom and Gaius, unlike Nimueh and many others, stopped practising magic. However, during the Purge, Gaius hid a Dragonlord named Balinor with his friend Hunith. Balinor and Hunith would go on to concieve Merlin. At some point, Gaius also smuggled Morgause, the daughter of Gorlois, out of Camelot and gave her to the high pristesses of the Old Religion.

Over the years of living in Camelot, Gaius eventually got a letter from Hunith many years after separating from her. It asked her to take care of her son, Merlin, because his powers had become too noticeable to the people in Ealdor. Gaius willingly took the young man in, and has treated him like a son, for Merlin has become the son he never had, but always wanted. He became a father-figure for Merlin, as well as a teacher and a friend.

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