Vis Telimus

Also known as Vis

Major
First seen · Book 1 · Ch. 5

Vis Telimus is a major character in The Hierarchy (Book 1).

Gender: male
Age: teenager
First appears: Book 1 · Ch. 5
Books: 1

Vis Telimus begins as a scarred, unassuming survivor of the fallen Kingdom of Suus, adopted into the Telimus family to serve as Ulciscor’s instrument of vengeance. Across the series, he transforms from a wary outsider navigating the Academy’s brutal hierarchies into a pivotal figure whose loyalty, intellect, and combat prowess threaten the very foundations of the Hierarchy. His journey intertwines personal redemption with political upheaval, culminating in revelations that force him to confront both his hidden royal lineage and the moral cost of the power he seeks.

Description

A lean, hardened young man with steadily lengthening brown hair and a hard, hollow face. His body shows the results of intense physical training, marked by a dense network of old scars across his back. He typically wears a threadbare cloak over simple tunics, projecting an unassuming yet resilient presence shaped by hardship and combat. A lean athletic young man with a hardened physique developed through rigorous training, moving with controlled strength and grace. His back bears old scars from past abuse, usually kept hidden. He typically wears practical tunics and cloaks suited to academy life and travel.

Connections

Family & partnersFriends & mentorsRivals

Emissa Coreniusromantic interest
Vis and Emissa’s romance blossoms amid Academy life and deepens during their time on Suus, intertwining personal affection with political stakes.
Ulciscor Telimusadoptive father
Ulciscor’s adoption of Vis evolves from a strategic alliance into a father-son bond complicated by secrets, loyalty, and shared quests for justice.
Aequa Claudiusteammate
Initially suspicious of Vis, Aequa becomes a trusted teammate during the Iudicium, their partnership evolving from wary cooperation to mutual respect.
Callidus Ericiusclose friend
Callidus and Vis develop a deep friendship rooted in shared academic pursuits and personal secrets, becoming one of Vis’s most steadfast allies.
Eidhin Breacfriend and training partner
Eidhin transitions from reserved training partner to trusted ally, their bond forged in the Labyrinth and strengthened by shared trials.
Lanistia Scipiotutor
Lanistia’s rigorous training and investigative partnership with Ulciscor shape Vis’s skills and strategic thinking, evolving into a complex mentor-protégé dynamic.
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Fadriqueally
Fadrique serves as a living link to Vis’s royal past, providing guidance and memories that reinforce Vis’s resolve and sense of identity.
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Diago (alupi)rescued animal companion
Vis’s rescue of the alupi pup Diago forges a loyal animal companionship that proves crucial during the Iudicium and hints at future bonds.
Veridius Juliiantagonist
Veridius remains Vis’s primary antagonist, his suspected role in Caeror’s death driving Vis’s infiltration of the Academy and fueling future confrontations.
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Belli Volenisrival
Belli’s rivalry with Vis intensifies through academic and physical contests, remaining a source of ongoing tension and competition.
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Iro Decimusantagonist
Iro’s resentment toward Vis, fueled by his sister’s death, positions him as a persistent antagonist within the Academy’s political machinations.
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Relucia Telimusadversary
Relucia’s manipulation and threats mark her as a dangerous adversary, her Anguis ties forcing Vis to navigate betrayal within his adoptive family.

Story so far

BOOK 1The Will of the Many
- Adopted by Ulciscor Telimus and sent to the Academy under the alias Vis Telimus to investigate Veridius Julii.
- Forms close friendships with Callidus and Eidhin while competing in Foundation and the Iudicium.
- Begins a romantic relationship with Emissa Corenius during the Academy trials and on Suus.
- Rescues the alupi pup Diago, who later aids him in the Iudicium.
- Discovers Relucia Telimus’s Anguis allegiance and survives her threats to his friends.