Rupen's father

A powerful prince, strong of face, form, martial prowess, and wisdom, acquired the throne of Etchmiadzin, eventually passing it on to his son Rupen. The younger Prince felt inadequate at being a product of his father's legacy, and believed he had made no mark of his own. Thus, he chose to embark on his quest to the Castle of the Sparrowhawk, a mission which was the stuff of legend, even if its wisdom was debatable.