Character Interview: Prince Collin 
Welcome to the second character interview in an ongoing series!
Today we sat down with Prince Collin Ga’vaan to get his thoughts on questions sent in by fans of The Eternal Library…
What kind of ruler would you like to be?
Fair. Just. Benevolent. Peaceful when possible and more than capable of defending the kingdom at need.
I don’t wish for the crown. It is a weight I’d prefer someone else carry, but the responsibility has come to me and I will wield it in the name of Minare’s citizens.
I’m only beginning to understand how many things need to be managed in order for the kingdom to thrive, but I know a lot of good people. These lands are ours to share. If we work together, I expect we can accomplish miracles.
What is your opinion on the Fae?
My opinion is ever evolving. I was taught to be wary of Fae, but the more I learned about them through the years, seeking out Minare’s Fae in the high forests of Crost, the more I yearn to make allies of them. Now, one of my closest comrades is a Fae-blooded Kitherin. I am intrigued by Fae and mages of all sorts, and drawn to the vast potential of magic.
Do you have a secret talent or hidden hobby?
Does magic count? My magic is subtle compared to the power most Fae possess, and nothing compared to the Kitherin, but mine nonetheless. I have kept it hidden all my life, but for a few close friends and my tutors, Master Tyne and Master Leonz.
And now my Tian friend knows…
You said you had been noticing the MC for years. Other than chance injury, what has endeared you to the MC so suddenly, and, given all that’s happening, are you in a good headspace for a romantic partnership and what are the depths of your feelings?
Ah, the mystery of the Tian. We grew up together, if you can call it that when my duties and the MC’s were so different, but we have seen each other countless times over the years. When we met in the library a few weeks before the incident with the door, I was happy to insist MC take the book to finish the story. It was a good book, meant to be shared with more than myself, my siblings, and whatever nobles may have picked it up.
When we collided in the hallway my world changed. Sharing my meager abilities in an attempt to heal the damage I caused sparked something in my magic. Something in my soul. I can’t explain it, but when we’re near there’s a kind of call. A resonance I cannot ignore.
Am I in a good headspace for a romantic partnership? [laughter] Why wouldn’t the Weaver send me one more wave to ride through the chaos? In all truth, I’ve been yearning for a closeness that transcends lust and reaches into something real.
What is life without love? It is nothing. Every story I read speaks of it, and I have longed for it all my life. My magic tells me this is true. If the MC chooses to love me, I will love with my whole heart, my being. My soul. If the MC chooses friendship, my loyalty will be as steadfast as time.
We have work to do together. I know that with certainty.
What do you think and how do you feel about access to free public education and open library access for the masses?
I think the royal library should be accessible to any who work in the castle. Surely if we can trust our staff to tend to the library we can trust them with the books. Harrick keeps impeccable records, anyhow. As for the rest of Minare, public libraries are found in most cities and towns, as are public schools. I imagine both need attention after the neglect this kingdom has seen beneath my father, but I expect Master Tyne would have a few things to say about improvements.
I think tutors are essential, no matter how someone is educated. Tutors and masters who take on apprentices. There is no substitute for individualized learning, which is why parents are often the best teachers of most basic skills. Classroom settings can be helpful in many situations, but a home can be an excellent learning environment so long there is an available family member or community tutor with access to a library.
Cat? Dog? Or dragon?
All of them.
Dogs are a joy and excellent hunting companions. Cats are essential as mousers but also comforting little creatures to have around. A dragon is worth a thousand soldiers against a foe, with far better armor.
I do enjoy animals in general. Going for a walk or riding through the forest and listening to birds sing calms my mind and soothes my soul. Watching a hawk fly uplifts me. Watching deer graze invites peace.
If you could go on holiday anywhere in the Nine Seas, where would it be?
I’d like to visit the mountains of Crost again and spend a fortnight there with the Fae, then holiday on the coast for some surfing and long walks on the beach.
Collin
I hope you enjoyed this Interview with a Prince! 
I have a growing collection of character interviews on my Patreon if you’d like to read more. You’ll find the public interviews with Temphesta and Prince Collin there, as well as a chance to learn more about Angelina, Sevitas, and Dorian. Over the next few weeks I’ll have interviews coming out with Gemma, Marienna, Prince Petre of Trillivum, and Prince La’rast. Those are already written and scheduled for Patreon subscribers. Getting to know the characters better gave me some great ideas for future chapters!
Thanks for reading. I hope you have a fabulous weekend! 
but I think it will be fun and if I space them out over time I ought to be able to get to a good few of them!
Yes, he’d be open to having a dragon around to protect the castle for sure. 
