Amid the hushed bustle of the banquet halls, Sylvain stands with a quiet presence, his figure noble among the guests. His blue eyes scan the world with determined clarity, while his light brown hair, tied back in a simple ponytail, speaks to his simplicity in a world of ostentation.

Dressed soberly in a fine wool jacket, embellished with fabric buttons, or a delicately elegant silk gambeson, Sylvain embodies the alliance between nobility and practical function. Although he is sometimes called upon to fulfill the role of herald-at-arms for the Count of Hainaut, his true area of expertise lies in the maze of politics and diplomacy. He carries the weight of tradition and responsibility on his shoulders, without ever losing sight of the realities of his time.

Sylvain's origins are a complex mix of mystery and truth. It is said that he was found as a baby in the woods, a child abandoned to the mercy of fate. Adopted by a noble family in Hainaut, his humble origins contrast with his current position in society. His name, taken from the sacred woods where he was discovered, has become a symbol of his resilience and adaptation to life's challenges.

Intelligent and cunning, Sylvain skillfully navigates the murky waters of politics and diplomacy. His primary goal is to ensure the well-being of his count, William IV of Hainaut, while preserving the interests of his house. By discreetly supporting Captain Alister and his mercenary company, the Brazen Claw, he forges strategic alliances to protect his country's borders and ensure its prosperity in an ever-changing world.