Kharlan

Kharlan (カーラーン) is the first villain encountered in The Heroic Legend of Arslan. Formerly a Marzban in Kingdom of Pars, Kharlan mutinied at the Atropatene plains. Arslan's worries were confirmed when Kharlan appeared out of the fog before him with Lusitanian soldiers and had intended to kill him, only to be repulsed by Daryun. At Mount Basur, Kharlan sends a few of his soldiers to take down Arslan who was hiding under the care of Narsus. After they fail, Kharlan leads forces to the Royal Palace and tries to stir Saam to the Lusitanian cause. He then. takes a larger group of soldiers from Guiscard in one final attempt to kill Arslan. The prince decides to take a stand against Kharlan, but is at a disadvantage. Daryun delivers a fatal blow, but Kharlan admits that Andragoras III still lives. The former Marzban refuses to offer aid and dies of his wounds.

Role in Game
Kharlan plays a role in some Free Mode stages in Arslan: The Warriors of Legend. In Arslan's Special Training, Kharlan sends his troops to hunt down Arslan, and report back to him. In Liberation of Maryam, Kharlan fights alongside Kubard. In Clash with the Parsian Army, Kharlan sends his forces to attack Gadevi, only to be pushed back by Jaswant.

Personality
Kharlan is a strict and loyal member of Hilmes's cause, believing him to be the rightful heir.

Trivia

 * Kharlan shares the spear moveset but uses a unique Special Attack.