Vlad the Younger

Vlad Oglimsky Jr. (Младший Влад Ольгимский)—known as "Young Vlad"—is the oldest child and heir to the Oglimsky family. He is nicknamed "Charon."

He shows a deep interest in the lore and customs of the local Steppe, and lives in the site of a current archaeological dig.

Personality
A paradoxical man. He loves treasures and amassing wealth, he is not greedy: he values money in a pure, abstract form. He is incredibly strong-willed and never breaks obligations. While friendly, he has a cynical sense of humor, which many townsfolk find charming. He is curious and active; business-minded without being business-like.

Family
Despite being set to inherit his family's power, the younger Oglimsky and his father, Big Vlad, have a very strained relationship. He is quite estranged from the rest of his family.

The cause of the tension the relations with the Steppe people: Young Vlad studies the local culture and language, treating them respectfully (for example, local Worms regularly visit his home). Big Vlad believes that treating the "half-animal" workers politely will result in a loss of power and control, which is dangerous for a potential heir. Despite his father's hostility, he does not reciprocate the negative feelings.

Though he is more humane than his father, he is capable of pragmatic cruelty if he feels it necessary.