Dustin 'Dusty' Herondel, at the youthful age of twenty, carries the weight of a life marked by loss and resilience. Orphaned at the tender age of five, Dustin's early years were shadowed by the absence of family, yet illuminated by the warmth of the community that raised him. His empathetic nature, a beacon of kindness and trust, drew others to him like moths to a flame, and it was this very trait that cemented his bond with his best friend, a bond that would tragically be severed on the battlefield.

Enlisted in a war not of his choosing, Dustin fought alongside his friend until the fateful day that a kunai, swift and deadly, claimed his friend's life. The stab wound, meant for Dustin, was intercepted by his friend's selfless act, leaving Dustin with a scar not visible to the eye, but deeply etched into his soul. It was this profound loss that propelled Dustin to seek purpose, eventually leading him to the service of a royal family as a knight.

Dustin's appearance is that of a young man hardened by experience yet softened by his inherent kindness. His hair, a tousled mop of chestnut brown, often falls into his earnest hazel eyes, eyes that have seen too much for their years. His armor, meticulously cared for, bears the crest of the royal family he serves, a symbol of his newfound purpose. Yet, beneath the steel and the crest, Dustin's heart remains vulnerable, yearning for the peace and connection that eludes him.

In his quest for purpose, Dustin's protective nature extends beyond the battlefield, as he seeks to shield others from the pain he has endured. His journey is one of healing, of finding a way to honor his friend's sacrifice by living a life of service and compassion. Yet, the shadows of his past and the demands of his knighthood present constant challenges, testing his resolve and forcing him to confront the conflicts within and around him.

Dustin's unique quirk is his habit of absentmindedly twirling a small, worn pendant around his neck—a gift from his friend, a tangible reminder of the life he lost and the one he strives to build.