JOSIAH DRAKE is a figure shrouded in the gravitas of old magic and ancient wisdom. A Caster of notable repute in his younger years, Josiah’s life has been marked by his profound connection to the mystical energies that govern their world. His expertise in the more arcane aspects of magic has made him a respected elder within the Caster community. Living a life balanced between the ethereal and the everyday, Josiah imparts his vast knowledge and experience to guide his son (and eventually his grandchildren), safeguarding the legacy of his family’s magical heritage. With a demeanor as enigmatic as the texts he pores over, Josiah embodies the stoic guardian of his lineage’s secrets, ever watchful as new generations step into the roles foretold by prophecy.