Valerius possesses the striking, ethereal beauty typical of High Elves but tempered by the grit of a forge. His skin is the color of polished amber, and his hair is a shimmering metallic gold tied back in a utilitarian bun. He moves with a rhythmic, dance-like precision even when lifting heavy plate. Contradictory to his delicate features, his hands are calloused and scarred, and he constantly wears a masterwork breastplate engraved with sunbursts over his fine, ink-stained turquoise silks. He leaves an impression of intense focus, as if he is listening to a music that no one else can hear.