Branson Holworth of Rothelam

Biography
Branson Holworth, born to Brandr and Emma Holworth, was born on the island of Rothelam, off the coast of Weissland. His family, the noble House Holworth, once were the rulers and commanders of the independent archipelago of Rothelam. After it joined the empire, House Holworth's grip would loosen on this island, allowing for trade and a small militia force to take over most of the House's prior duties. When Branson turned of age, he travelled with his father to Weissburg for schooling and combat training. Branson would go on to learn he was a skilled marksman, and would always favor a rifle over a close-range weapon. While he was learning the trade of warfare, he was also becoming an esteemed diplomat, using his silver tounge to the best of his ability.

At 18, Branson would sign up to join the Imperial Army as a marksman. He excelled through the ranks, in only three years' time, before he was blinded in his left eye by shrapnel from a nearby cannon blast. He was honorably discharged. Branson would not let his injury decide his fate, and would continue to train with his rifle in private. Two years later, his father would die in a skirmish with pirates on the shores of Fenelsa, which left Branson to take the head of House Holworth and Rothelam. Branson would form the Rothelam Marines in his father's honor, and they would become an important naval force for the northern empire, and Port Cliffshade would become a strategic location for the Imperial Navy to anchor. In 1530 AC, Branson would be named a Lord of Weissland for his undying loyalty to the Emperor, and for his political prowess.