Extinos

/ˈɛkstɪnɒs/ ▷

Within the tunnels of the underground Fregiebot community, Extinos stands as a figure of profound reverence and authority, embodying the weight of history and the burden of remembrance. As the community’s primary historian, Extinos has devoted existence to the meticulous study and preservation of the past, spending countless hours in the Library, where the most ancient and sacred texts are housed. Among these, the Book of Palanok holds a place of unparalleled importance, and Extinos’s life revolves around its protection and interpretation. The Book of Palanok is more than just a historical account to Extinos; it is a sacred relic, a repository of the community's origins and the tragic events that led to their subterranean existence. It tells of the fall of Gandrisar, the once-great city, and the devastation brought upon it by those whom Extinos bitterly refers to as "The Shiny Ones." Extinos is a deeply respected mentor, imparting the knowledge of the past to those who seek it, but this role comes with a strict adherence to the words found within the Book of Palanok. Extinos's reverence for the text borders on the fanatical, and any suggestion that challenges its contents is met with sharp irritation. To question the Book of Palanok is to question the very foundation of the community's existence, a notion that Extinos cannot abide. This unwavering belief in the sacred text often brings Extinos into alignment with Skamarl, who frequently seeks out Extinos before taking the stage at the Debate Hall. Skamarl knows that the right quote from the Book of Palanok, delivered with the weight of history behind it, can stir the emotions of the community and bolster arguments for revenge against the Shiny Ones. Yet, Extinos’s desire for retribution is tempered by an undercurrent of fear. The historian understands all too well the devastation the Shiny Ones are capable of, and the thought of being discovered by them again is a source of constant anxiety. Extinos is torn between the appeal of vengeance and the instinct for self-preservation. This internal conflict shapes much of Extinos's guidance, always urging caution even while supporting Skamarl's more aggressive rhetoric. Despite these inner struggles, Extinos remains steadfast in the primary duty: organising the vast contents of the Library. The historian’s meticulous nature ensures that every document, every fragment of the past is preserved and accessible. In Extinos, the underground community finds a custodian of its collective memory, a figure who embodies the complexities of their existence: the desire for justice, the fear of annihilation, and the unyielding need to remember. Through Extinos's tireless efforts, the past remains alive, a guiding light in the darkness of their underground world, and a reminder of the perils that lurk beyond.