User blog:Swirly592/Shaw Freesis (Altered EC)

"I have to write the rest of the story."

- Shaw Freesis

Shaw Freesis was a famous writer in Evillious and the creator of the Freesis Fairy Tales. Writing stories since childhood, Shaw developed into a popular novelist at a young age. During his youth, he traveled throughout Evillious to learn more about the Seven Deadly Sins and The Son of Evil. Among his most popular works was "Son of Evil", depicting the true story he learned during his travels.

Early Life
"If you like the life there, then you can become a nun. But I do hope you will come back to my home. Without you, Shaw will become lonely.”"

- Keel to Clarith

Born in EC 491, Shaw moved into the Freesis Mansion in Aceid, Elphegort while very young. Early on, he showed a love for reading and writing, which earned the attention of his father, Keel. Buying him Rollam bird feather pens, the child began writing his own stories or sometimes had the servants do so instead for him. Around EC 497, his mother read the story of Vampiress Margarita to Shaw, scaring the child. Despite knowing it was a work of fiction, the six-year-old was unable to sleep that night.

In EC 499, for his ninth birthday, Shaw recieved a notepad from his mother and fell in love with it. Later on, the child came under the care of Clarith and grew attached to her unique appearance and ability to serve his needs. When Keel returned from Prince Alexiel's birthday party, Shaw ran straight into him, excited to hear he came back. Expressing his disappointment he didn't come see him first, Keel promised he would read him a story to make up for it.

Months later, Shaw had woken up during one of his father's parties and yelled at Clarith for running in the halls. During the Green Hunting, Shaw wept when he said goodbye to Clarith while the Netsuma girl comforted him and promised to make him a cream cake when they saw each other again. Like the rest of his family, Shaw was imprisoned at the Lucifenian Royal Palace and was released months later, staying at Corpa's mansion.

A few days later, Shaw met Ney Futapie and the one-eyed York as they arranged to meet with his father. Clarith later arrived and Shaw immediately clung to her leg in excitement. Led into another room, he watched silently with his mother, Mikina, as Clarith broke down in tears and asked if she was okay. On the day of Clarith's departure, Shaw cried and gave her a book with all his stories she had written, up till that point.

Life in Marlon
"Next, I'm going to write about The Son of Evil!"

- Shaw's resolve as a child

During the Lucifenian Revolution, Shaw and his family fled after the area was liberated by the Resistance and moved into the Freesis Mansion in the Kingdom of Marlon. Living there in Bariti, the family was visited by Iroha Clockworker and Michaela sometime after. Living with them for several months, Shaw was often accompanied by Michaela and played with. At some point, he was lectured by her for not using honorifics.

Sometime after they left, Shaw was desperately writing when his father asked about it. He responded she was writing a snake and frog story and later was confused by his father's laughter while reading a letter. After finishing his story, she had Keel read it and told him he would write about The Son of Evil next, captivated by the recent Revolution against Alexiel's reign.

In EC 501, Shaw heard Iroha's and Michaela's names again when Queen Germaine added them to the Witch Hunt. As time passed, Shaw wrote numerous books that his father published, including "The Raven and the Three Crows", and grew in fame as a novelist across Evillious. Due to his continued interest in the revolution, Shaw studied the event closely and its people involved.

Journey Abroad
"Eh? You ran away from home?" "I didn't run away from home... I’m on a journey for knowledge."

- Ney Futapie and Shaw

Around EC 504, Shaw read the historical account of Will Jaques and became interested in his writings about the "Seven Deadly Sins" and those said to be possessed by them. Finding the name "Iroha Clockworker" included in the century-old text, Shaw became interested in researching the Sins and understanding exactly what happened with The Son of Evil and Germaine's current regime.

Although opposed by his family to leave, Shaw snuck away from home and voyaged to Divine Levianta. While in the snowy northern country, he met a teenager who related the tales of Margarita Blankenheim being possessed by a glass vessel of sin that made her into an "Evil Food Eater" and, skeptical the vessels even existed, didn't believe the tale.

He later embarked towards the neighboring Asmodean, but the border guards refused to let him cross until he bribed them. Arriving in Asmodean, he investigated the Venomania Mansion ruins in Lasaland but found nothing. At some point, he met a group of mercenaries there and they instructed him in proper fencing and self-defense. Shaw continued on his journey and crossed over to Lucifenia. Restricted in many of his actions due to being a foreigner, the young writer decided to leave for the Beelzenian Empire.

Star-Shaped Fortress
"The soldiers at the fortress entrance say that Commander Langley is scary, like a monster, and cruel, like a demon. They say that the Commander orders them around like slaves! Miss Charttete must also have suffered while working under that kind of person, right?"

- Shaw to Commander Charttete Langley

After Shaw traveled to Retasan Fortress, he checked in at the Half Moon Pavilion and stayed there for three days before heading towards the fortress' for Beelzenia. While walking through the city streets, his hat flew off in the wind and he rushed to pick it up when a pink-haired soldier did so for him and he thanked her before running off again.

Stopped at the front gate, one of the two guards told him she wasn't allowed and, pressing him for why, was told it was a military problem. When he said he wasn't allowed to know the details, he told the arrogant soldier that Marlon must have had a hard time controlling guards like him. Faced with the guard's outburst, the other guard approached him and kindly apologized, explaining it was classified. Placing a gold coin in his hand, she asked if there really was no way to pass. The guard returned the bribe, saying Commander Langley would kill him if the "demon" officer knew he accepted it. Shaw finally gave up and returned to the hotel.

After explaining he already paid the bill, the owner returned his identification papers and Shaw headed to the bar. Paying the waiter two coins for a white Rollam bird meal, Shaw spied the pink-haired soldier from earlier and thanked her again. The writer joined the soldier and she spoke about her experience at Retasan when her meal arrived. Asked about why he went toward the gates, Shaw explained his situation and the soldier elaborated on the political friction between Marlon's Lucifenia and Beelzenia. When the pinkette woman mentioned higher-ups saying Beelzenia was harboring criminals, Shaw pressed her to know more.

The woman then said it was classified and said it was likely war would break out, hence why traffic to and from Beelzenia was limited. Angered that such a small issues was halting his journey, he punched the table and cursed that it was an excuse for them to expand their territory. Realizing his blunder, he was surprised when the soldier laughed and agreed with him. Grateful, he explained how poorly he was treated at the gate and criticized Commander Langley for being so awful. Remembering his manners, Shaw asked for the soldier's name and she said she was called Charttete.

The child then ranted how Charttete must have suffered under Langley's cruelty the guards mentioned and that sensible people like her should be leading them instead. At that moment, a soldier entered to discuss military matters with Charttete and addressed her as "Commander Langley" before leaving. As the revelation came over him, Shaw asked for Charttete's full name and, when she stated it was "Charttete Langley", the child immediately apologized but the commander encouraged him to eat before the food grew cold.

Over the course of five days, Shaw was constantly spending hisr time with Commander Langley while walking through the streets, learning about her father, Gaston, and character. On the fifth day, Charttete promised to help Shaw get to Beelzenia. While window shopping later on, Charttete asked if he needed a new pair of shoes and Shaw noted the commander's good mood. Brushing him off, Charttete said they should focus on their goal and asked why he wanted to go to the Red Country. Shaw responded that he wished to visit the ancient city there, though not an enthusiast.

Coming up with a plan, Shaw tried posing a question and Charttete asked if he had wanted another pair of shoes. Brushing aside he would like them but could still use his old ones, he inquired if they could send a messenger to Beelzenia. The army commander asked why due to the danger and he explained her elation to Keel and how they could use his Freesis name as weight and the surprised Charttete agreed, sending out the messenger that day.

Eighteen days later, Shaw awoke to the sound of Charttete shouting outside and the soldier quickly stomped into his room, demanding he get dressed. The writer obeyed and asked why Charttete wanted his suitcase and Langley replied Shaw was heading abroad. On their way towards the gate, Charttete explained that his name didn't cover it but that his acquaintance to Keel pushed the plan's success.

At the gates, Shaw watched as Charttete hurriedly barked orders for the gates to be opened. Curious, Shaw asked why she was hurrying him out and the commander explained that Queen Germaine ordered troops to arrive that afternoon and it was difficult to get his visa approved. Shaw thanked her again and Charttete told him to follow the road to Rukolbeni and that, if he was stopped, he should show the guard his permit, given the paper. Excited that he was heading to "Vampiress Margarita's" area, Shaw accepted Charttete's advice to stay alive and be wary of impending war and headed out into Beelzenia.

Meeting the Past
"It’s decided! I want to live together with everyone!"

- Shaw

Along the road, one of the checkpoint guards reported Shaw was summoned to the Imperial City but he ignored the call. Once he arrived at Rukolbeni, the young novelist went to the city center and looked through his outdated map. Finding his way to the Blankenheim Mansion atop the mountainside ruins, Shaw searched for Margarita's vessel of sin but came up with nothing. After taking out his notepad, he sighed by the lack of "drama" and couldn't write anything.

While gawking at the landscape, he heard someone approach, noting he should have received the summons. Failing to put off he must have wandered into the wrong castle, the green-haired woman said he shouldn't worry his father and Shaw angrily barked she should mind her own business. When the woman responded he hadn't changed and should use honorifics with her, Shaw recognized it was Michaela and immediately embraced his friend.

The two then stayed at a hotel in the north-western region of the empire. During lunch the next day, Michaela agreed to help Shaw meet the revolutionary hero, Ney Futapie. After their meal, they set out to meet with Charttete Langley. Although Michaela suggested they take a carriage, Shaw insisted they take the short walk towards the meeting place. As they traveled, Shaw questioned if the sorceress was bothered by it and she replied she didn't mind. When the child noted how different she looked, wearing glasses, Michaela asked if it was strange and Shaw said it suited her.

The young writer then questioned why she wasn't in a far eastern kingdom and Michaela explained how she was called to serve the Emperor and that Iroha had gone missing. Afterwards, he asked if the mage was alright, given the Witch Hunt. Michaela then confirmed for the child that she had helped Shaw enter the country and asked why he bothered to come. Omitting mention of Sin, Shaw said it was for knowledge and expressed concern if he didn't go to the city, though Michaela brushed it off as her orders and that she knew the child wouldn't listen.

Although insulted, Shaw brushed the comment aside when they arrived at the cemetery and Michaela explained both she and the Mouchety Troops lived there. Meeting Riliane, Shaw introduced himself and was suddenly barraged by the soldier's excitement to have met her favorite author before Michaela sent her flying with a tombstone. Concerned, he asked if Lily was alright and Michaela assured him she was tough. Journeying to the camps together, Shaw noted Lily's revolutionary heroism and asked about the details of her fight with Leonhart Avadonia.

At the camps, Shaw asked to look around a bit but Lily said that Ney was perhaps at the headquarters. Led there by the battalion commander, Riliane explained how the original resistance army became Beelzenian soldiers but noted that was what she had heard, since she only joined a year ago and was immediately made captain. Although Shaw was impressed, Michaelaa whispered to him that there weren't any other candidates.

After Shaw asked what she was doing before, Lily said she, like Shaw, liked to travel, and they entered the headquarters. Reintroduced to York, he happily took his hand and recounted their last meeting. Seeing his prosthetic leg, she asked what happened and he explained that one of Lucifenian's female commanders broke it with a lance. York then got caught up in an argument with Minage before the green-haired male introduced himself and Shaw recounted his contributions to the revolution's success.

When York learned the child wanted to meet Ney, he questioned him and half-lied that he wanted Ney's interview for a future story about The Son of Evil. Although finding it unnecessary, he told him to try looking around and Shaw obliged. As Michaela departed, Shaw promised to visit her again when he had free time. Seeing Riliane was busy and torn over whether to work or continue guiding him, Shaw bowed out and looked around the encampment.

Noticing movement by the trees, he checked to find Ney passed out. As the woman mumbled, Shaw said he'd call for help but his pants was grabbed by Ney, mumbling her nightmare aloud. Once Shaw sat her up against the tree, Neey apologized for her drunk stupor and Shaw lectured her for drinking during the day. After he reintroduced herself, Ney asked how Keel was doing and Shaw admitted he didn't know since his journey, insisting he didn't run away. When the swordswoman mentioned she traveled as well, Shaw asked if it was with Lily and Ney affirmed it.

Pressing her about what troubles she faced after leaving, Shaw asked about the Witch Hunt and Ney's reported intentions of rebellion. The swordswoman denied the claim as mere fabrication, and stated Germaine had suddenly been trying to eradicate both her and the Resistance. Shaw then noted how Germaine believed she murdered Gumi to incite the revolution and Ney questioned how he knew this information. Lying, he said he heard it during his journey and asked if it was true that she murdered Gumi, explaining his relationship to her. Promising he just wanted to know the truth, Ney conceded that she never even met the green-haired Diva.

After a long stare, Shaw said he believed her, earning Ney's anger that he didn't know anything about her or anything else. Although having already planned it out, Shaw pretended to think about how he could better acquaint himself with the warrior, deciding to live together with the troops. When Ney objected, Shaw noted how the Freesis Firm's financial assistance kept them going, that Captain Riliane was a huge fan of his, and that even the royal family was supported by Keel. Admitting he wasn't ashamed to use his family relations as collateral, the stunned Ney called him an evil him and gave up her opposition.

Touring Beelzenia
"Who knows, it might not be long before we are officially at war with Lucifenia..."

- Lily to Shaw

Soon after, Shaw met with the Beelzenian Emperor and received permission from him to stay at the Mouchet Troops, along with his promise not to reveal his location to Keel. Deciding to tour Beelzenia while investigating Margarita Blankenheim, Shaw informed the Emperor and he introduced her to Duke Oruhari, an expert on Margarita.

Over time, the Duke took Shaw across Grabia to visit places associated with the famed Evil Food Eater while also reading more on his history. Learning that the Emperor of the time entrusted a sorceress with investigating Margarita, Shaw suspected a connection to Iroha but found nothing else useful to his research. Towards the end of this period, Lily related how she worked as a maid at the Lucifenian Royal Palace before the revolution.

Two weeks since he first met the Mouchet Troops, Duke Oruhari took the writer to the New Moon Sea and described its history to him. When the Duke asked what he would like to do next, he replied she would drop his investigation into Margarita and focus on Prince Alexiel. Thanking him, the Duke encouraged him to return when he had free time and Shaw teased that he said that to other boys as well. Insulted, he reiterated his words were sincere and he played along.

Once he promised to return when she had the time, he laughed alongside him before returning to the Mouchet Encampment. At some point, he and Michaela agreed to see each other at the capital the next afternoon. At the Mouchet encampment the next day, Shaw saw Riliane speaking about something serious to a soldier while she arranged her past few days of notes. Checking his watch, Shaw finished getting ready when Lily finished her meeting, saying she just need to report to the capital.

Expressing she was heading there too, Lily said they should go together and grabbed his hand before walking them towards the city. As they walked through the graveyard, the scared Shaw asked if the soldiers they passed were her subordinates as well, trying to ignore the frightening atmosphere. Lily answered they were but weren't defending at the moment and Shaw pressed for details, though told it was classified.

When Riliane halted, he asked what was wrong but the soldier only threw some branches into the fog ahead and they saw a figure ahead. Seeing a azure-haired man in a Marlon uniform approach them, Shaw hid behind Lily in fear of his hostile smile.

Shaw then watched as the two exchanged banter about their past as servants and how the blunette man killed Lily's men on the border because the peace treaty between Marlon and Beelzenia was annulled. The man then shifted his attention to Shaw, wondering where he met him before and Shaw apologized that he didn't remember.

When the Marlon officer introduced herself as Kyle Avadonia, Shaw was about to introduce himself in turn but Riliane stopped him, demanding Kyle leave or she'd fight him. Kyle then mentioned how Lily killed his father and Shaw remembered the azure-haired assassin's identity. As the maniacal Kyle suddenly toasted to them with a wine glass, saying Lily would drink with Rin and the others later, Shaw responded in confusion that his name wasn't Rin. After the manic Marlon officer poured the glass upon the ground and it began to shake, Lily and Shawa agreed to flee and headed towards Rukolbeni.

The White Army
"Doesn't that person bother you? He looked very strange as if all rationality was gone." "I doubt he was even human."

- Shaw and Riliane

The two arrived in Rukolbeni and, after regaining his breath, Shaw asked what just happened. Shaw then proposed they continue on to the capital and see if Michaelaa knew anything about the situation and Lily agreed. As they trudged on, Lily expressed her disbelief that Kyle became a Marlon soldier and Shaw, about to ask about the topic, stopped himself since Lily was in the same position.

The two continued conversing about Kyle's off behavior when a woman's scream was heard. Rushing over to its source, they saw the panicking citizens run from a group of figures in the distance. The Beelzenian commander, worried it was a crazed drunkard, told Shaw to stay while she handled the situation and Shaw watched the confrontation, worried it might have been Ney.

Seeing their struggle ensue, Shaw approached them and realized the figure was a pale, naked man and cried out that it was a monster when it looked at him. Riliane told himr to run and the writer said he couldn't fight the creature weaponless. Just then, Lily defeated the creature with her rocket glove and Shaw, stunned by the weapon he witnessed, leaned against the wall to process it. Getting a closer look at the monster's appearance, he realized it had a bloodied mouth and, realizing the meaning, asked Lily if she was hurt but the soldier brushed it off as a graze, standing between him and the monster. The soldier asked if anyone was nearby and Shaw said they must have all sought refuge.

Using it as their change to escape, they ran until they reached a wine bar. Asked if he was alright with all the running, he replied he was fine despite his exhaustion. Seeing the monster didn't follow them, Shaw questioned the creatures rationality and Lily expressed doubt it was human. When she mentioned treating its attack, Shaw shivered at the image of the creature's bloodied mouth. He then inquired what weapon Lily had used and she explained it was only for emergencies and that her broadsword was being repaired.

As Lily was about to look for help, she stopped and headed inside the wine bar and Shaw followed. Finding Ney inside, Riliane attempted to wake her while Shaw noticed the amount of wine she consumed before passing out. The novelist, seeing Ney's sword, asked if they could borrow it and Lily said she wasn't skilled with fencing, though Shaw retorted it was better than nothing.

Once the soldier took the weapon, Shaw saw the creature at the window and cried out to Lily. With the bar keeper in shock and Ney drunk, Shaw was told to close and lock all the doors and window while Lily fought off the monster. Wishing her luck, Shaw did as he was told. While comforting the bar keeper, the old lady said the creature was her son who had died of the Gula disease. When the fight was over and a knock came at the door, Shaw checked before letting the victorious Riliane back in.

After a small rest at the bar, they sent for a wagon to take the monster away and, asked about his mood, Shaw said he'd talk about the details later. While collecting his thoughts, he saw the Beelzenian army heading towards Rukolbeni and pointed it out to Lily. As the tired pair approached the Imperial City, Shaw noted to Riliane the army's fatigue, seeing the soldiers retreating from the massive undead army. Finally inside the capital, they met with Duke Oruhari, asking if he was alright, and Shaw asked why he was in the city. Learning all the nobles were convening to discuss the white monster threat, Shaw was given a room to wait for Michaela in.

As she waited for Gumillia to finishing speaking with the Emperor, Duke Oruhari waited with her and explained they called them "undead soldiers" from the Vampiress Margarita tale and believed the dead were reanimated, since the Emperor's father was leading the army. Riliane then entered, having finished her report, and Shaw asked about their next course of action. Lily suggested they had to prepare for battle then notified him that Michaela was too busy to see him.

Shaw responded that he'd tag along with her instead but Oruhari refused, stating he needed to be kept safe during the emergency and remain in the city. Although trying to object, the Duke stated it was the Emperor's will and Lily agreed; as the two parted, Shaw wished her well. Escorted to his room by an attendant, he looked at the furnishings and became frustrated by the situation.

Aiding the Battle
"I intend to stay in this country for some time..." "Well anyway, it’s useless to leave the country... The next step is to usher in a real war."

- Shaw and Charttete

Three days later, Shaw snuck out from the Imperial City and became a medic for the Mouchet Troops. As they fought in the streets of Rukolbeni, he gave the soldiers food and water while congratulating them for their hard work and attending to their injuries. Ney approached him and asked why he wasn't at the capital, advising he stay away from the front lines. Saying he just wanted to help, Shaw asked if he was being a burden. Ney denied the notion, retorting he was actually a big help, although noting York might not like the idea. Shaw then also admitted it was also a rare experience and Ney sighed at how he treated war like a game.

Soon after, the group was approached by Charttete Langely on horseback, an undead soldier impaled on her lance, and she announced that she the "former" commander of Retasan desired an audience with the Emperor. Following Charttete back to the Imperial City, he met up with Michaela and told her about his and Lily's experience with Kyle. Asking if Kyle was responsible for the undead soldiers, she speculated it was possible and asked if Shaw wanted some black tea and he complied. After noting how great it was, Michaela agreed and laughed.

The writer then remarked how differently she acted and Michaela, brushing it off, stated Kyle himself didn't have the magic power to revive the dead. Shaw suggested that the wine glass or wine might have been special and Shaw shivered at the thought of it reanimating corpses. As Michaela comforted him, she explained that her investigations into the undead soldier's bodies uncovered that they all died of the Gula disease. Connecting the dots, Shaw considered it was the vessel of sin, the "Glass of Blankenheim".

After Michaela was called away by a servant, Charttete entered and noted how he hadn't fled with the war. Shaw commented that Charttete was always in high spirits but she retorted she had lost her military job. The young writer then asked who was commanding Retasan and she stated it was Kyle and Shaw expressed his surprise for escaping from Lucifenia to Beelzenia.

After explaining how she left and beheaded the revived former Emperor as a gift for the current Emperor's protection, Shaw asked if she wanted some tea but Charttete instead inquired about coffee and the child asked a maid to bring her some. Saying the coffee would be late, Charttete brushed it off and asked what Shaw planned to do. The child replied he planned to say in the country for a little while and Lily noted it was useless to leave anyway, revealing the Emperor planned to attack Retasan Fortress the next day.

At some point, Shaw caught up with Michaela in the halls and asked the mage about why she needed glasses. The sorceress queried if they were weird and the child denied it, saying they suited her. The writer then explained how he couldn't imagine a mage's eyesight deteriorating and that there had to be another reason.

Michaela conceded she couldn't hide it anymore and Shaw readied her pen and notebook to write the story. Once Michaela said it was because Iroha wasn't there, Shaw became interested and pressed for details. Told she'd leave it to his imagination, the disappointed Shaw saw Michaela leave on official business and said he'd hear the full story later, urging her to be quick.

Soon after, Duke Oruhari voiced his disapproval for Shaw leaving the city. Deciding to allow him to remain on the battlefield if he kept tabs on him, the Duke introduced him to Bruno, not knowing he was his former butler. The child took advantage of the situation and had Bruno collect information on the battle's progress while he stayed at a hotel in Rukolbeni. Since Ney wasn't participating in the fighting, he tried several times to talk to her but gave up due to her drunken stupors. After Bruno reported what he learned, he thanked him and told him to continue investigating, paying him handsomely.

Although the butler explained he occasionally worked an informant, given his skills, Shaw reiterated that he didn't expect to encounter him. Expressing disbelief in his answer that it was fate, he half-joked that his father may have hired him to watch him and, earning Bruno's laughter. When he pressed if he was right or wrong, he half-answered it was both then left. Traveling to the Rukolbeni bar to see Ney, the writer was surprised to see Charttete there as well.

Shaw asked if the two women were acquaintances but Charttete stated they had only encountered each other at the Battle of Rollam during the revolution. Noting how exciting and dramatic it was to see former enemies drinking together, he took out his notepad and listened to their conversation. As Charttete continued to pressure Ney for not fighting, Shaw politely interjected that even before the undead army invaded, Ney was already a big help for Beelzenia.

As their debate continued, Ney angrily denied she began the revolution to avenge her mother and Shaw again interrupted to confirm that her mother was Mariam Futapie of the Three Heroes. Charttete answered her and explained that Prince Alexiel was assumed to have killed her. With their argument reaching a close, Shaw finished jotting down notes before Charttete left. Three days later, Bruno reported how the deadlock between Beelzenia and Marlon was broken and Ney, her fighting spirit rekindled, staged nightly raids to undermine the fortress' defenses.

Return to Retasan
"Oh Shaw. What's the matter?" "Why didn't you tell me?! You suddenly quit your work and vanished!''""

- Michaela and Shaw

Two months later, Shaw learned from Bruno that Michaela resigned as the Emperor's adviser and was staying at Retasan's Di Bono Pavilion. Entering the half-conquered city, he hurriedly searched for the hotel and found it just as Michaela was about to depart. Demanding an explanation, Shaw asked where she was going and the mage stated she had to find Kyle, who had escaped, and the Glass of Conchita. Shaw reminded her she was on the Witch Hunt list and that heading to either Lucifenia or Marlon was too dangerous but Michaela stated she hired a bodyguard.

At that moment, Ney approached them and voiced her disgust to see Shaw there. The young writer queried if she left the army and the swordswoman explained it was a temporary leave while she helped Michaela investigate. Asking if she too was interested in Sin, the confused Ney retorted she was only interested in meeting Germaine. As the two prepared to leave, Shaw refused to say goodbye and jumped into the carriage seat between them, telling the driver to leave. In response to Ney's shock, the young novelist noted how difficult it would be for the two fugitives to enter Germaine's palace due to their wanted status, eighty-percent certain Kyle was in that area.

After Michaela confirmed the driver was one of Iroha's followers and wouldn't rat them out, Shaw explained his plan to have them pose as his servants and let his status as the son of Germaine's friend, Keel, to allow them to enter. When Ney pointed out that Kyle had already seen him, Shaw countered that he never revealed his name, meaning they were safe. The swordswoman conceded to let Michaela decide and the sorceress agreed to the idea. With their plan in mind, they set course for the royal palace.

Visiting Kyle
"Tomorrow, I'll be visiting the palace. I just wanted to notify you in advance"

- Shaw to Queen Germaine

After they reached Rollam, Shaw and his compatriots checked in at a hotel in the city. Learning that Germaine had gone to a banquet held by Corpa, Shaw returned to the mansion and attended the party, although Ney and Michaela weren't allowed to join him. Once he found her in the courtyard, Shaw brought the tired and drunk queen some black tea and suggested she take a rest. He then noted how she changed her hairstyle but that it suited her.

When asked who he was, the young novelist replied that he preferred her dinner parties, since his "guards" weren't allowed to attend. Noting how sad his father was when Germaine stopped attending her banquets, Germaine finally recognized Shaw and and commented how much he had grown. When the queen brought up his novels' popularity, Shaw said he still needed more practice. Before Germaine could continue, he said she was too drunk and alerted her he would visit the palace the next day. After saying their goodbyes, Shaw left the party.

Alongside his disguised compatriots, Shaw visited Germaine at the Lucifenian Royal Palace and knelt before her in the Hall of Mirrors. Cut off during his greeting, he raised his head at her command and Germaine noted how he was looking more like his father. Afterward, she remarked about his bodyguard's attire and Shaw explained how they were an Asmodean mercenary family he met during his journey. When the queen asked what he came to propose to her, Shaw said he came as Keel's proxy to negotiate Marlon's embargo with Elphegort since it was certain to hurt Keel's business.

Germaine pointed out how Keel was the one who originally proposed the idea and Shaw panicked. While trying to explain why his father sent him instead of Yukina, Keel brushed the matter aside. Germaine then asked if it was Shaw's first time at the palace and he admitted his father never brought him to Lucifenia's dinner parties. When the Queen suggested he look around for potentially interesting material for his novels, he grew excited. Told he was not allowed to keep weapons, the child said he was in Germaine's care before taking out his notepad and left the room.

Wandering around the palace for several hours and writing about what he found there, Shaw eventually wandered into the Heavenly Yard and exclaimed in wonder about one of the fountains. As Germaine made her presence known to him, he turned and enthusiastically greeted her, speaking excitedly about how large the palace was. After Germaine asked if he always used his notepad, Shaw affirmed that it had been a gift from his mother and he treasured it.

When Germaine remarked she also had a few treasures, Shaw noted how as a queen she must have many, although he admitted she would never let him see them. When, in response, Germaine showed him her hand mirror, Shaw said it didn't appear very expensive; as Germaine wryly replied he must be Keel's son, the boy blushed and apologized, asking her why the mirror was treasured when the queen affirmed it was cheap. Hearing it was a gift from her mother, he asked if she had it on her all the time.

As Germaine said she even had it on her while sleeping, he remarked that it would be easy to break the mirror that way. He then asked her if she had any other treasures, then asking her to specify what it was when she affirmed there was a treasure even more precious to her than the mirror. When Germaine refused, Shaw grew angry and huffed how she refused to tell him even after the building the suspense.

Germaine then asked Shaw if he was staying in Corpa's mansion and the boy clarified he was staying in Rollam. When the queen noted it was a place with poor security, Shaw airily replied that he was used to it before stammering and covering his mouth as the queen caught on to the implications of his words. When Germaine instead suggested he stay in the palace, he asked if he could and, hearing there were plenty of rooms available, excitedly said he would be happy to oblige. He then gave the queen his thanks and went inside.

Demon on a Moonlit Night
"Queen Germaine seems to be acting strange." "She is seriously ill. Her heart has become too dependent on the demon."

- Shaw and Michaela

That night, the three attempted to steal the mirror but were discovered by the Espionage Task Force; while Ney diverted their attention, Shaw took the mirror and fled with Michaela to Prince Alexiel's room, escaping through its secret passage to the royal stables. Shortly after they arrived, Germaine followed after them and immediately grabbed the mirror from the surprised Shaw.

While watching Germaine obsessively hold the vessel, Shaw remarked how the queen was acting strange. As Michaela claimed she was possessed and argued with the Queen about it, the boy looked upon Germaine and she rushed towards him before falling. She apologized for her rudeness and Shaw noted Germaine's sickly pallor. When she said he was fine, Shaw pointed out she had indeed changed in the past five years, regardless of whether demons actually existed or not.

As Germaine insisted she was herself, Shaw responded that she'd never have supported her recent policies in the past and asked if they were really her decision. After Germaine suddenly began to transform, Shaw trembled and screamed in horror. When Michaela attempted to intervene, the boy watched Germaine throw Michaela like a rag doll, sprout wings, and disappear into the night...

Battle in the Forest
Shaw and Michaela met up with Ney and, two weeks later, headed into the Forest of Bewilderment; the three of them walked through the trees until reaching the Millennium Tree Forest at nightfall, Michaela leading the way afterwards. As they walked, Shaw thought back on Germaine's transformation and felt both anxiety and curiosity; seeing the expression on the boy's face, Ney asked him if he would like to rest and the boy replied he was fine. Ney then told him that the place they were aiming to find was only a little further, pointing ahead.

Speaking to himself, Shaw whispered that he didn't want to see someone he knew turn into a demon; hearing his statement, Ney asked if he was sure the demon was Germaine and Shaw flatly stated he was very sure it was. When the swordswoman brushed it off as the world having too many incredible things, Shaw angrily demanded to know why she was so calm, raising his voice as he asked if she and Germaine had fought side by side in the past.

After the swordswoman apologized, stating she simply didn't know what to think anymore, Shaw asked her why that was. Ney answered that a demon was beyond the scope of their understanding and that she didn't know how to deal with it, adding that they could only do what Michaela told them to. Feeling conflicted, Shaw asked if, if they were to fight, they didn't do it in an open field. After Ney noted that should be the case, speculating if there was enough space to defeat the demon, the two of them followed Michaela for some time.

After some time, Michaela stopped by the Freesis family's hiding place. Observing Ney as she inspected the well for some time, Shaw concluded this was the swordswoman's first time at the location and stated it was the secret base of the Freesis family for emergencies. Coming closer, he added that going down the well, there was an iron door with the secret base behind it. As Ney began to realize the implications of his words, Shaw affirmed this was the site of Gumi's death.

He then heard as Michaela noted the location had traces of magic on it, and Ney discussed the possibility of Germaine having been there, Ney finding no more clues in the well. After the former Resistance leader suggested they leave, Shaw stood up from the well and proclaimed they would save Germaine from the clutches of evil.

As they began walking, Ney said it was a shame they didn't find anything and Shaw countered her and added that he at least knew for sure that the swordswoman was innocent, having never seen the well before. The three of them soon came across the grave of a warrior named Ein and prayed to it before moving on.

Soon after, the demon-transformed Kyle tracked the three and the young writer witnessed the entire battle against Kyle. Later on, Shaw's younger sister, Yukina, appeared, and explained that she had been sent as a messenger for Shaw and Germaine, asking them both to return to Marlon. Worried about his father, Shaw decided to return to his family. With Germaine, Michaela, and Ney, Shaw boarded the Royal Victoricia that Yukina had sailed to them in. Bound for Marlon, the curious novelist wrote in his notebook about his adventure.

Voyage to Marlon
During the trip to Marlon, the ship came under attack by pirates and Shaw watched as the crew fended them off. After a giant octopus came up to attack, Shaw looked on with fascination as Michaela directed them to fire at the creature's brow, defeating it.

Arriving in Jamet, Shaw and the others said goodbye to the sailors while they headed off to party; the group then took three carriages prepared for them, Shaw joined by his sister and two attendants. While traversing the shaky cobblestone roads toward Bariti, Shaw grew concerned for Ney and looked over at the adjacent carriage; he then saw the swordswoman look deathly ill while Michaela seemed unaffected by the ride.

As they entered the city, Yukina asked Shaw for his feelings about returning after so long. While he contemplated how little had changed, he noticed her sister's line of sight go past him and realized she was actually staring at Michaela through his window. Peeved, Shaw muttered seething thoughts in his head when they crossed into the Northern District. Approaching the church, the novelist was surprised to see the long lines there.

Yukina then immediately explained how the church was giving free medicine to those afflicted with Gula. Recalling the dead soldiers in Beelzenia, Shaw fearfully asked Yukina whether anyone had died. His sister then stated the immediate aide there helped prevent any deaths, but that it was pretty bad in some areas, especially around Castle Hedgehog. Realizing Kyle might be in Marlon, Shaw saw the thin and deathly looking people waiting for the medicine as they past the church. He then prayed for their recovery.

Once they arrived at the Freesis Mansion, Shaw became afraid of what his parents would do to him. However, Keel welcomed him back with tears of joy. Although disappointed to see Germaine was absent, Keel invited Shaw's friends to join him and the family for dinner. During the event, Shaw, like everyone else, was displeased by Ney's drunken rant about the danger he had faced while abroad.

Encounter with the Sorceress
The next morning, Shaw learned from Keel that Prim Marlon and the mage Abyss L.U. had been responsible for manipulating the events that transpired. Shaw apologized to Keel for sneaking away to find out the truth by himself. Keel said it was alright, and then told him that Kyle and Iroha had been spotted in Bariti. After Keel left to find Germaine, Shaw was visited by Iroha, carrying a red cat on her shoulder.

While they discussed what had happened, Shaw noticed she only called him "Keel's son" although she should have known his name. Offering her black tea, the sorceress refused, although the writer knew Iroha liked it. When Michaela encountered her master, Shaw noticed how Iroha uncharacteristically referred to her apprentice affectionately.

Once the two left for a private discussion, the young novelist rushed over to Ney and told her the oddities he noticed about Iroha. Ney was skeptical but then a sharp noise was heard, and the two ran to the nearby Column Forest to find Michaela and Iroha battling one another. The sorceress then revealed she was actually Abyss L.U. and attacked them. After a brief struggle, Iroha regained control of her body.

With the battle over, Shaw and Iroha followed Ney while she carried the unconscious Michaela back to the mansion. Once the mage was placed in her bed, they sat down to discuss what had happened. Hesitant to believe she was the real Iroha, Shaw asked and the mage stated she was glad to be back in her original body. The servant from before then came in and offered milk and the disgusted sorceress demanded he bring her lemon tea, confirming it was the real her.

The novelist then inquired what happened after they left the mansion five years ago. Saying she'd give them the short version, Iroha asked if they were familiar with the Demons of Sin before explaining that she noticed the Venom Sword lacked its demon so she went after Germaine at the Lucifenian Royal Palace, knowing she had been possessed. When Shaw asked if the Demon of Lust was responsible for Germaine sprouting wings and attacking them, Iroha clarified Germaine had since been possessed by the Demon of Pride residing in her mirror.

As the boy considered the effects it must have had on Germaine during the revolution, he asked about her sex drive and blushed. Iroha agreed, saying it was likely the reason for her intense passion for Gumi; when Shaw said Germaine had been tricked, the mage again agreed and explained that she figured Germaine being possessed twice was unlikely and someone had to be behind it.

The mage then summarized how they had traveled to Marlon to meet Queen Dowager Prim but were instead confronted by Abyss L.U. and the Espionage Task Force, leading to the mage's capture; she then described how she used her body swap technique to leave her body and reside in Michaela, finishing her story. Shawa then queried who Abyss L.U. actually was and Iroha stated she didn't know before grumbling to herself. Confused by her mutters, Iroha insisted Shaw and Ney didn't have to worry about it.

Afterward, they all saw a red cat enter the room and meow and Shaw realized it was Abyss L.U.'s pet that disappeared during the battle. As Iroha lamented about it's missing owner, the young novelist suggested he keep it but the sorceress retorted that she disliked cats, suggesting she do it. Shaw expressed his own small dislike for cats before passing the question onto Ney, who apologized with the same sentiment.

They then heard Mikina calling for the cat and pop her head in, surprised to see Iroha there. When his mother stated they were keeping the cat, Shaw was shocked and reminded his mother that he didn't like them, prompting Mikina to decide they'd keep the cat in her room. Shaw then exclaimed how that didn't solve the problem and his mother chided him for being so picky, noting how cute the animal was.

Tides of Battle
Later on, Shaw eavesdropped on Germaine, Michaela, Iroha and Ney in an adjoining room as the queen attempted to gain their support for her planned battle at Castle Hedgehog. Once Iroha finally promised to lend her aid to her, Shaw cried out and ran into the room, burying his head in Germaine's chest and begging her to take him too. When Germaine put her hands on his shoulders and told him to stay behind, unwilling to put him in any more danger, Shaw protested that he could help.

Although Germaine attempted to dissuade him from this by mentioning the unique nature of their opponents, Shaw reminded her that he had seen them in Beelzenia before, glaring at the queen with a determined tone. When Germaine said she admired his curiosity, he insisted that it wasn't because he was curious. Tears welling up in his eyes while he trembled, Shaw recounted how he hadn't helped Germaine before, or Michaela when dueling Abyss L.U, and that he was frustrated for being afraid and trembling while others were suffering.

Shaw then listened as Germaine reassured him that he needed to stay behind so he could convey the truth through his writings. Finally calming down, the child stated that he understood and that he would await her return. He then demanded Germaine back safely so that he could ask her what happened at Castle Hedgehog, and the queen promised. At that moment, they heard Keel state it would be difficult to fulfill that promise and Germaine released their embrace; the merchant explained it was because she was going to die and promptly beat up Germaine for her apparent play on Shaw.

Soon after, Shaw agreed to mingle with one of his father's shady contacts as part of his payment for providing the Marlon soldiers with weapons. A few days later, Shaw departed with Keel for Lioness. After they arrived at Lioness Castle, Shaw interacted with the black suit before the battle. During the battle across the Blood Pool Region, the young novelist remained at the castle to avoid the undead soldiers.

After the battle, Shaw met with Germaine, Keel, Michaela, Neye, and Iroha in one of Castle Lioness' bedrooms while the Marlon Queen explained what had transpired with Queen Dowager Prim and Kyle. After Germaine fully briefed them on the situation, Shaw looked at the unconscious Kyle bound to the bed and asked if it was safe to be near him, concerned he'd wake up and go on another rampage. After Michaela assured him that they removed his weapons, Shaw watched as Germaine, Irohaa and Michaela discussed the sin vessels they had collected and Prim's interference with the Venom Sword.

Shaw then announced his opinion that they tell Kyle the truth, adding that there were many unknowns in this case since Queen Dowager took her answers to the grave. When Iroha attempted to point out how no one could vouch for Kyle, Shaw looked the sorceress in the eyes and said that Kyle had been broken by the demon, asking if there was any magic to help him. Though Iroha replied there wasn't much magic could do, Michaela added she also wished for Kyle to awaken and apologize for his actions. After Iroha finally assented that she would help Kyle, Shaw made a triumphant pose.

Later, Shaw made a perplexed face when they heard a rattling sound outside the room and asked what is was. Keel then offered to investigate the noise, claiming he was the only one uninjured in some form, and they overheard him talking with someone before suddenly being interrupted by a dull sound. After the door opened and the room was enveloped by a blue flash, Shaw was rendered unconscious. Once he and the others awoke, they discovered the vessels of sin missing, Keel seriously injured, and Kyle dead. Shaw was then taken to another room to check if he needed treatment.

Search and Reunion
With his father injured and Mikina discovered missing, the concerned Shaw wrote a letter to Germaine explaining his need to find his mother and left, traveling back to Lucifenia to visit Clarith in his search. Along the way, he met up with Ney again and the swordswoman decided to join him. Arriving at the monastery, Shaw and Clarith happily embraced and the young writer asked if he could stay over for a while; Clarith accepted.

Soon after, he met Clarith's close friend, Allen, and introduced the monk to Ney, but was curious by their shock to meet one another. Clarith then explained that Allen was actually Prince Alexiel. Later on Allen told Shaw that Mikina was spotted on the beach and the two rushed over to find her.

As night fell, they found Ney confronting her and learned she was being possessed by Abyss L.U., the cat Mikina was keeping. Once Ney found and began chasing after the cat, Mikina regained control and confessed that she had been secretly collaborating with Prim and Abyss L.U. and had facilitated many of the events that transpired, revealing her past and part in Gumi's murder. After his mother was silenced by Abyss L.U., Shaw was entrapped in a prison of blue fire conjured from the Marlon Spoon.

Anguished by her mother's revelations and fearing the end, Yukina solemnly proclaimed that her "story" was over. At that moment, Rin Futapie's spirit called upon him, comforting the child and encouraging him to live in order to tell the truth to the entire world. Shaw pleaded for Rin to help him but she said she couldn't but would let her siblings help instead. Allen then attempted to steal the spoon from Abyss, forcing her to release Shaw from his fiery prison. Shaw then witnessed Rin manifest alongside Ney and the swordswoman managed to stab the cat and finally defeat the sorceress. Shaw rushed over to his collapsed mother, hoping that she was okay.

Later Life
Afterwards, Shaw continued writing, publishing multiple stories that gained popularity in his time. Sometime later, he reunited with Germaine and the two began to cohabit in Lucifenia. Determined to fulfill his promise on the beach, Shaw continuously worked on his story about Alexiel and the Seven Deadly Sins before finally finishing the work, titled "Son of Evil". Despite living with Germaine, the two never openly shared a marital relationship.

Legacy
By the time of his death, Shaw had written and published over a hundred different books and even more stories that had never been published. His unpublished works would later be traded and sold on the market at high prices for collectors. Shaw's fame immortalized him in Evillious' history, known over four centuries later for his works as a novelist. His most popular stories were compiled as the Freesis Fairytales, considered fiction. One of the fairy tales, Son of Evil, reached widespread popularity during the time of Sateriasis Marlon due to its change to historical events and inclusion of magic and elements of conspiracy.

Personality and Traits
"Ho ho ho. This proves you really are Mister Shaw. Still filled with interesting ideas."

- Bruno

Shaw was a curious and independent boy, enthusiastic about learning and discovering new things. As a child, he was very lonely due to his parent's attention to his little sister, Yukina, and often acted out as a result, trying to get attention from one the household servants to be his playmate. Early on, Shaw expressed an interest in reading and writing and later came to believe the power of the pen was greater than that of the sword. Although normally polite, Shaw sometimes spoke out rashly due to his beliefs.

Shaw was very humble and preferred to avoid using the weight his Freesis name carried, trying his best to avoid using it while abroad. Despite this, he had no qualms with using what he could to her benefit when necessary. As part of his curious personality, he enjoyed traveling to see different places and experience different climates and cultures. However, he was not entirely naive and willingly participated in shady dealings to achieve his goals. Because of his traumatic experience as child with the story of Vampiress Margarita and her undead, Shaw suffered coimetrophobia and was anxious of being in cemeteries, regardless of the time of day.

Skills and Abilities
"Mr. Shaw’s written stories are very interesting. For a nine-year-old to write such a story, he really is a genius!"

- Clarith

From an early age, Shaw had a love for writing stories and his parents built upon his talents when he was a child. By the time he turned 14, Shaw's early works already gained him mild popularity and his abilities made him famous in literary history. Like his father, Shaw was very perceptive and a capable investigator, although his abilities to gather information were partially due to the Freesis Firm's information network. Because of his journeys abroad, the novelist gained great insight into the world outside of Marlon, such as how badly maintained their roads were compared to the rest of Evillious. While in Asmodean, Shaw learned swordplay but was not an extremely skilled practitioner.

Character Connections
Keel Freesis: Shaw's father. Shaw had a close relationship with his father and enjoyed spending time with him, having him read to him or showing him his latest written works. He was willing to disobey him if necessary, such as in going out on his quest to discover the truth, but worried over his reaction to him doing so and did not want him to worry.

Mikina Freesis: Shaw's mother. Shaw loved his mother deeply and was concerned by her later disappearance, traveling to Lucifenia to find her. He was horribly shocked and demoralized to discover the wrongdoings that Mikina had committed under Prim and Abyss L.U's influence, but the boy easily forgave his mother.

Yukina Freesis: Shaw's younger sister. Despite feeling frustrated by his parent's constant attention to Yukina, he and Yukina had a close relationship as siblings. This relationship is demonstrated as the latter was able to be persuaded by the former to return home, while Yukina had traveled all the way to Lucifenia to find himr.

Clarith: Shaw's caretaker and later friend. Shaw became enamored of Clarith's appearance and enjoyed spending time with her while writing or playing games, appreciating the company when his parents were unable to spend as much time with him. Shaw was noticeably upset when Clarith had to leave the Freesis' employ and would visit her in the monastery.

Ney Futapie: A traveling companion of Shaw. Shaw had a high opinion of Ney's character, believing her a great hero for her role in the Lucifenian Revolution and appreciating her great swordsmanship. The two became close over the course of Shaw's quest and he was thankful for Ney coming to his aid on multiple occasions.

Germaine Marlon: A friend of Shaw. Shaw and Germaine became friends as an extension of her friendship with his father, and the two became close over the course of his quest to find the truth. Shaw cared deeply for Germaine's well-being and wished to aid her with her endeavors, such as her confrontation of Prim. He enjoyed spending time with her, choosing to live together with her in Lucifenia after they were reunited.

Michaela: A friend of Shaw's. Shaw enjoyed spending time with Michaela when the latter temporarily lived in the Freesis mansion, although he had difficulty remembering her years later. Shaw was delighted to see Michaela again in his travels and stayed with the girl for some time, curious about how she'd changed over the years.

Riliane Mouchet: Shaw's biggest fan. Shaw was appreciative of Riliane's tour of Beelzenia and looked to her swordsmanship for protection when threatened by Kyle, the two becoming good acquaintances.

Chartette Langley: A woman that helped Shaw. Shaw was appreciative of Chartette's aid getting him through Retasan Fortress and the two became good friends over the days they spent together, Shaw running into her many times afterwards.

Conceptualization and Origin

 * Shaw's name is a topographical name for someone who lives by a "shaw", a small group of trees or thicket.
 * His name is partially inspired by the name of his representative Voiceroid, Shouta, with Shaw's romanization containing "Shou" in it.
 * Shaw's personal belief that the pen is mightier than the sword is a reference to Edward Bulwer-Lytton, a popular English writer who coined the phrase.
 * The Freesis Fairytales may be inspired by the Brothers Grimm's fairytales, reaching similar fame well beyond their lifetime.

Curiosities

 * Several songs by mothy are confirmed to be Freesis Fairytales.

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