Rupert Irerule

Rupert leads the expedition onto the island. He is supposedly trapped in the mines.

Biography
Rupert Irerule was knighted and got married long before the series begins. He had a son by the name of Frank. Rupert often went on expeditions and eventually came to know a soldier named Grum. One of his exploits was during the Forkem War. It is unclear if he fought in any of the major battles, however, he, Grum and Captain Johnson took part in a raid on Quarin's base shortly after the execution of Lord Sideon. Grum was eventually able to kill Quarin and with him they found a collection of ancient maps. These would later be used to find a mysterious lost island.

Character
Rupert is a trustworthy man. Frank clearly has a lot of love for him implying that he was a good father. He is good friends with Captain Johnson. This is what leads to him going on the expedition to the island. He also cares about Frank, sending him letters while he's away and tasking Grum with training him.

In the Series
Rupert begins the series on the ship headed for the island. He and Captain Johnson set up camp there and are ordered to begin mining there. Rupert sends a letter to Frank to let him know how he is. Eventually, Captain Johnson's men find a mysterious monument down in the mines. Rupert has a look at it. While he is underground, there is an unexpected cave-in. Johnson manages to escape but Rupert is left stuck down there. Johnson leaves his men with the task to excavate the mines for any survivors while he is gone. He then returns to the mainland to give Frank the news. Returning to the island is not possible during the winter months due to the terrible storms.