Maximus

"Sometimes the only thing some people desire in life is a person to call friend."

- Zicoihno

Maximus, also known as the Dragon of the Rhine (どらごん おうふ す りいん Rhine no Ryuu), was a powerful dragon that lived in the darker, war torn times of the Era of Zeref. Also, he was the companion of a young Soran Vista; would charge into battle with him in the conflicts centering around Zeref primarily. Maximus and Soran had their first encounter when the latter seeked him out in Rhine Valley, Maximus' abode. It was a surprise to him that Soran was not afraid of him but rather wanted to know more about him and befriend him. From their first meeting and onward, Soran and Maximus forged a strong friendship. Maximus allied himself with Soran's Holy Guard and aided in the war against Zeref, and they fought in many battles together. However, near the closing of the horrendous conflict, Maximus lost his life in battle protecting Soran. Even though history has forgotten him, the House of Vista still keeps a memorial in his honor on the estate grounds.

Personality
"Don't let his looks fool you, he's actually a really nice guy, well, dragon. I'd trust my life with him at every turn. As they say, don't judge a book by its' cover."

- Soran to Elena Vista

Trivia

 * Maximus is the latin tem for "greatest" or "largest", this being in reference to his behemoth size.
 * In spite of his fierce appearance and titanic size, Maximus is actually very peaceful and level headed. Also, he is not a fan of fighting but will do so if it is absolutely necessary. This fact was a surprise to many around Soran, from Elena to the soldiers told to guard Maximus while he slept at their main camp.
 * Maximus only fought in battles related to Zeref, he kept himself out of the war for stability that Soran and his allies fought to bring Fiore's turbulent environment under control. The rationale behind this decision was that as a dragon he would not step into purely human affairs.
 * Rhine Valley was Maximus' previous abode prior to joining Soran in warfare. The Rhine Valley is located somewhere in the nation of Bellum.
 * This is Zicoihno's first dragon.