Merlin Ambrosius, originally was the great mage Merlin by King Arthur's side, who revered the Lord as a wizard, and whose father's identity remained a mystery but was certain to possess some kind of evil lineage. Of course, Merlin did not become an evil mage because of this.
Rather, he was a righteous wizard, indispensable to Atilis's coronation, also a very famous great wizard in the world, later honored as a sage after aiding Atilis in conquering the world.
And, the man was very adept at prophecy.
"It seems Merlin has glimpsed a corner of fate," Elder Mafas also chimed in, harboring no ill feelings toward Merlin.
Most wizards are evil, but naturally, there are also kind exceptions.
"Right, I've been noticing an interesting situation lately in various kingdoms and cities, a group of people who call themselves players," Kurus Brass changed the subject, evidently not wanting to divulge too much.