The Hierarchy · Character
Eidhin Breac
Also known as Eidhin
- Major
- First seen · Book 1 · Ch. 24
Eidhin Breac is a major character in The Hierarchy (Book 1).
- Gender
- male
- Age
- teenager
- First appears
- Book 1 · Ch. 24
- Books
- 1
Eidhin Breac enters the series as a hulking, tattooed youth from the northern reaches, his reserved nature and imposing physique masking a fiercely loyal heart. Across the books, he evolves from a solitary training partner into one of Vis's most steadfast allies, his quiet strength and tactical acumen proving invaluable as the stakes of the Hierarchy's power struggles escalate. His journey transforms him from a background figure into a key player whose loyalty and combat prowess become central to the unfolding rebellion.
Description
A pale enormous young man with short-cropped auburn hair and startling blue eyes. His burly muscular frame is broad-shouldered and hulking, marked by intricate black tattoos across his entire chest in complex knots and whorls. Light red stubble lines his jaw, giving him a slightly older appearance despite his youth.
Connections
Family & partnersFriends & mentorsRivals
Vis Telimusfriend and training partner
Evolves from a reserved training partner to a deeply trusted ally and confidant, with their bond strengthening through shared trials and combat experiences
Story so far
BOOK 1The Will of the Many
- Introduced as a burly, tattooed young man with striking blue eyes and auburn hair
- Begins training with Vis in the Labyrinth, forming an initial bond despite his reserved demeanor
- Becomes a trusted ally through shared combat drills and mutual respect
Key events
- Book 1
Ch. 25Vis's First Encounter with VeridiusVis arrives at the Academy and meets Principalis Veridius Julii, who acknowledges Ulciscor's suspicions but promises fairness. Vis immediately becomes involved in a physical confrontation with Eidhin. - Book 1
Ch. 26Vis's Threefold Apology to EidhinAfter publicly striking Eidhin to protect Callidus, Vis performs a Threefold Apology that Eidhin unwittingly accepts, avoiding severe consequences and beginning their unlikely friendship. - Book 1
Ch. 33Discovery of the Crimson DomeVis sneaks out of the Academy to investigate ancient ruins, discovering a massive crimson dome structure and an underground chamber with glowing Vetusian writing and impaled corpses. - Book 1
Ch. 62Vis's Recruitment of Aequa for IudiciumAfter Eidhin declines to join Vis's Iudicium team due to undisclosed obligations, Vis recruits Aequa from Class Four, citing her genuine apology as proof of character.
Gallery
Book 1: The Will of the Many
Appearances
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