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My Castiel Breton racemenu preset reimagined as a Nord

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Backstory for Castiel 

Name: 
Castiel Lightbringer

Castiel sat by the crackling campfire, the faint howls of wolves echoing through the
dark woods. The journey had been long and fraught with danger, but he was
close—just one more day until he reached the Hall of the Vigilant. His goal was
clear: to dedicate his life to Stendarr and join the ranks of the Vigilants,
protectors of Tamriel’s people against the horrors of Daedra, vampires, and
other abominations.

Castiel’s journey began years ago, when his small village in the Pale was razed by a cult
of Daedra worshipers. His father, a skilled Nord blacksmith, and his mother, a
Breton healer, were devoted to their craft and to their community. On the night
of the attack, Castiel’s father defended the village with his hammer, and his
mother worked tirelessly to aid the wounded. Their efforts saved lives but cost
them their own.

Castiel survived only because of the intervention of a wandering Vigilant of Stendarr.
The Vigilant, Marcus Veynar, fought off the cultists and rescued Castiel from
the burning remains of his home. Though mortally wounded, Marcus managed to
carry Castiel to safety. Before succumbing to his injuries, he pressed a simple
iron pendant of Stendarr into the boy’s hands and whispered, “Carry the light of mercy and justice forward.” Castiel has worn the pendant ever since, a constant reminder of the sacrifice that saved him and the ideals he
now strives to uphold.

With his village in ashes and his parents gone, Castiel was taken in by neighbours who
raised him as best they could. From his father, he had inherited a talent for
smithing, and from his Breton mother, an understanding of basic healing. These
skills became his foundation as he grew older, but he yearned for a greater
purpose. The memory of Marcus Veynar’s bravery and the weight of the pendant on
his chest compelled him to seek the Hall of the Vigilant.

Camping in the woods, Castiel used the solitude to prepare mentally for the trials
ahead. He knew the Vigilants demanded discipline, unwavering faith, and a
willingness to face unimaginable horrors. The journey itself had been a test,
but Castiel had already proven his resolve, standing against wolves, bandits,
and the biting cold of Skyrim’s wilderness.

As he gazed into the flames, he clasped the pendant around his neck and recited the
Vigilants’ creed: “Mercy is our shield, justice our sword, and Stendarr’ slight our guide.” Tomorrow, he would present himself at the Hall, ready to offer his strength to Stendarr’s cause and begin the next chapter of his life.

Motivations:
  • Family Legacy: Castiel’s parents’ selfless sacrifice and craftsman skills inspire him to honor their memory.
  • Faith in Stendarr: He believes it is his destiny to serve as Stendarr’s instrument of justice.
  • Resolve and Redemption: Castiel seeks to overcome the trauma of his past by devoting himself to a righteous cause.
Playstyle Hooks:
  • Pilgrim’s Journey: Begin the adventure as a traveler with limited resources, camping in the wilderness and relying on
    survival skills.
  • Crafted by Fire: Incorporate smithing and restoration magic into gameplay, reflecting his parents’ legacies.
  • Protector of the Weak: Take quests that align with defending the innocent and purging evil forces from Skyrim.

The Hall of the Vigilant awaits, and with it, Castiel’s chance to become the protector
he has always strived to be. In the morning light, with his pendant close to
his heart and his parents’ memory guiding him, he will take his first step
toward fulfilling his sacred purpose.

[ Requirements ]
Racemenu
Tempered Skins for Males
High Poly Head
Valkyr HDT-SMP Hairstyles
The Eyes of Beauty - Ai Remastered
Tattoos are from:Community Overlay 3 (51- 70) Bodypaints Warpaints and Tattoos
Scars are from: Skin Feature Overlays SE and Wounds Overlays For RaceMenu you will need these otherwise you will get purple textures

[To Install]
Download the zip file and drag it into your Mod Organizer 2
or
Extract the zip file to SkyrimSE\Data