Harpocrates

Male. Lives in Griffonstone, Beyond Equestria. Born on June 10, 1998

Race

Hippogriffon

Roleplay Availability

OPEN

About Me

"Harpocrates (Ancient Greek: Ἁρποκράτης) was the god of silence, secrets and confidentiality in the Hellenistic religion developed in Ptolemaic Alexandria (and also an embodiment of hope, according to Plutarch)." "In this way Harpocrates, the child Horus, personifies the newborn sun each day, the first strength of the winter sun, and also the image of early vegetation. Egyptian statues represent the child Horus, pictured as a naked boy with his finger on his chin with the fingertip just below th... View More"Harpocrates (Ancient Greek: Ἁρποκράτης) was the god of silence, secrets and confidentiality in the Hellenistic religion developed in Ptolemaic Alexandria (and also an embodiment of hope, according to Plutarch)." "In this way Harpocrates, the child Horus, personifies the newborn sun each day, the first strength of the winter sun, and also the image of early vegetation. Egyptian statues represent the child Horus, pictured as a naked boy with his finger on his chin with the fingertip just below the lips of his mouth, a realization of the hieroglyph for "child" that is unrelated to the Greco-Roman and modern gesture for "silence". Misunderstanding this sign, the later Greeks and Roman poets made Harpocrates the god of silence and secrecy, taking their cue from Marcus Terentius Varro, who asserted in De lingua Latina of Caelum (Sky) and Terra (Earth)."

Harpocrates is a strong creature with equally strong wings. His broad wingspan and strong wing muscles allow him to carry heavy loads in flight, and he is known to travel long distances. The griffon creature is known to be quiet at most times, and seems to be the strong, silent type. He is very caring towards those he loves, and treats ponies close to him with strong affection. The bird will not hesitate to defend somepony he cares about, resulting in raised hackles, flexing claws, extended wings, and bristled fur. He’s a very patient individual, as well as calm.

His interest in wars arose when his class took a field trip of sorts to the local history museum in Griffonstone. After seeing the scrolls with battle plans, the weapons, and the armor, Harpocrates kindled a desire to collect bits of history. His collection now includes wing-mounted blades of Pegasi, bladed gauntlets belonging to Earth Ponies, and horn-mounted blades belonging to Unicorns. He also owns a mask used by an enslaved Crystal Pony from the Crystal War, spears from the Discordian Era used against Discord, and even a small collection relics from the Wendigo Era. These ranged from body harnesses, horn caps, and wing harnesses, to spells used by one race against another. He keeps these items for display as a reminder of the past, so that it (hopefully) will not happen again.

Along with war relics, the griffon/equine hybrid is a strong believer in crystal meditation. He owns a variety of crystals from the Crystal Empire, and uses them for spiritual and healing beliefs and rituals. The winged creature is very private about this collection and interest, though. One of his favorite pieces he owns is a cluster of pyrite cubes, otherwise known as “fool’s gold”. He obtains his crystals from a Unicorn in Canterlot.

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