Abrin

Abrin is the Head-of-Family at the time of Swords of Fire: Traitor. He is also Khirsha's grandfather.

While I know quite a bit about him, I have not actually included him much in any background story.

He is an enigmatic character at times, possessing knowledge, seemingly without a source. But all knowledge must have a source someplace. Thus far, I only hint at it. In Book Three (currently titled Bonds of Love) we learn the source.

Abrin is a man full of plans and secrets. Such is the life of anyone in charge of a large group. He is decisive, able to make hard decisions even when he lacks the knowledge he seeks. He is also able to wait, knowing when waiting for that knowledge is more important than acting out of turn.

At times he can appear to be harsh. Other times he demonstrates great compassion and understanding.

Although nearing one hundred years of age, he is still strong and able. He passes his flamesword test in Swords of Fire: Traitor with honors, although his son, Khaiu, might argue that point.

He is not above bending, or even breaking, rules. Sometimes for selfish reasons. At the same time he accepts responsibility for his actions. He possesses knowledge that few in the family share. This is often a burden, for the others' lack of knowledge affects their decisions as much as his possession of it.