Hey guys i don't have anyway of explaining the Oc's past so from time to time i'll be presenting these Side Stories that'll explain a Oc's past

I hope you enjoy and give credit to this Oc's creator... reven228

Here's a liitle info: Name: Iskander Berlin

Age: 15 in the current story, & 8 in this story

Appearance: Slicked back blond hair, light blue eyes, lightly tanned skin

Personality: Smart & Optimistic More will be later revealed

Nationality:Greek

Ethnicity:Caucasian

History: Your about to find out

Year 974, Wall Maria

A Young boy looks with excitement onto the Survey Corps as they prepare for they're next expedition

The Survey Corps stand at the ready in front of the wall "Now we begin the 116th expedition outside the wall, Today we The Wings of Freedom will lead humanity towards victory" A riot of cheers erupt from the other soldiers.

Then the gate opens, "ADVANCE!" And once again the Survey Corps begin anew

...

Iskander P.O.V

"So awesome" I thought I can't wait to explore the outside world myself" I was told lots of great stories of the outside world, like frozen earth, flaming water, 100 foot high forests all those and more await me too outside these walls.

"Iskander come along now" I turn to see my father motioning me that its time to go home which sucked because I knew it was time for my lessons

As I walk behind my dad not one of us has nothing to say till, "Hey Dad do you think i'll be able to go outside the walls" That put him in a sudden stop almost making me ram into him.

After awhile he responded "Its getting late, we should hurry home your mother will be worried" And thus he continued walking. Even though he didn't say it I know he would've said Yes...

...Wouldn't he?

...

"Dad!... Dad!..." I anxiously wait in my bed for one of my fathers great stories of the outside world. Every night was a new story about the wonders and adventure that awaits me. Now all there was now for my dad to show up and until he does I refuse go to sleep. I yell, "Dad"

"Okay okay calm down Iskander i was talking to your mother, now what is it?" He sat at the edge of my bed

I glared at him for forgetting his promise "Your supposed to tell me one of your stories , don't tell me you forgot" He looked at me like i was stupid before giving a heavy sigh.

"Its been a long day son so why don't we skip the story today and go to bed" He started to leave until I protested

"No you promised me every night you would tell me a story about the outside world"

"I know what I said but..." This was the first he never wanted to tell me a story and I wasn't going to let this be the day he doesn't

"Iskand-"

"You Promised!"

"Yeah bu-"

"PROMISED!"

"That's enough Iskander!" I look to see my mother at the door not amused by me and my fathers argument "Your father has had a hard day and your yelling is only going to make it worse."

I hung my head, "I'm sorry"

My mother than embraced me showing that she didn't mean to yell "Its okay sweetheart, can't you just go to bed without one" she asked

Disappointed, but knowing I won't win the end I gave in "Yeah I can"

"Good" And with that both my parents left me to myself "Goodnight Iskander" said my father

"Whatever" Tomorrows a new day

...

Next Day, 6 pm and The Survey Corps return

This expedition was longer than any other expedition the Survey Corps have taken/ It's been a whole day now and people were spreading stupid rumors like something called a Titan got them. I ignored it all knowing that there's no such thing as a Titan. At least not one I was ever told about

Then the towns bell rang finaly signaling the return of the Survey Corps, so I rushed to the center of town thinning "I knew they were still alive, those idiots were lying about some stupid Titan"

Everyone from the town awaits the Survey Corps, I look from atop of a couple crates with lots of anticipation. When the gate opened the look on everyone's face was one of shock. Only one them stepped through the gate limping towards the town with his gear and attire bloodied up which was burning up like the blood was made from acid which explaines why his bottom left jaw looked like it was burned off.I examine the crowd to see horrified faces and shocked expressions which was confusing to me.

I thought "What out there would do this? What was people afraid of? Where was the other soldiers? What was a Titan?", all of these questions and more swarmed in my head eating me from the inside. "Was dad lying to me this whole time" I clenched my fist with rage,not believing my own thoughts, thinking my father lied to me.

The Injured man was being carried back to the infirmary but when people left they still was in a state of shock. So i did the only thing i could do and confronted my father.

...

Blacksmith Shop

I watch my dad putting final touches on the blade used by the Military. He always wanted me to be a blacksmith like him but i always sought out more bigger dreams and adventures. Stopping during his work he confronting him he came to me. "Is something wrong Iskander?" he asked, I didn't realize but I had an expression like I've just been through a lot of pain. But even so I was too scared to confront my dad on these questions I had. He took an knee reaching my eye level "Iskander, tell me whats wrong"

"Dad..." I wanted to tell him but hesitantly I couldn't, So I put on a fake smile "I was just wondering whats for dinner" He didn't seem convinced but I didn't stop doing my gimmick. "Really dad its nothing i'm just hungry, really I am"

"Well its about time to eat anyway" He stood back up probably buying my act "Come on i'm sure your mother has dinner ready" I did as he said and went we walked together towards home.

But deep inside I still couldn't grasp the fact that my father lied and I couldn't question him on it. So then I decided on the next expedition out the walls, I'm going outside the walls to find out the truth for myself.

...

Year 975, Expedition 117

"Men, Today~" As the leader gives the usual speech before departing from the wall, I silently stay still and covered in a one of the carts of their travels. I didn't want to leave without telling my parents but they would never let me go if i said anything. This was the best way to see the wonders of the outside world with no restrictions or rules holding me back. This was the best way to prove that my father wasn't lying and the best way to experience life outside the walls.

"ONWARD MEN!" And thus with that, The Survey Corps began their adventure outside the wall. But before that I heard some soldiers talking about something called a Titan, My dad had never informed me about these Titans. But Never the less, hopefully when I come back...

...I'll have stories to tell him about

...

Shrodinger Berlin P.O.V

Its been almost a whole day since Iskander disappeared and as I hold Maria as she cries into my chest I feel that I failed my job as a father. I failed to keep our son safe and now he's gone off and disappeared, I notified friends,family, even the Survey Corps but still no one has seen Iskander. And as my duty as a father I should be looking as well but yet I'm not all I can do know is to pray for his safe return.

Then a knock is heard from the front door "Wait here" I tell Maria. As I open the door a soldier of the Survey Corps stands there, he had black hair, burn scars on his bottom left jaw but the most shocking thing was the blond boy at his side.

The man spoke, "I do believe this child is yours"

...

Iskander P.O.V

I stand in front of my father keeping the tears from falling from my face. "Iskander" My mother rushed to embrace me. I had no excuse other than that I'm a horrible kid who didn't deserve kind caring parents like them. My mother than gazed at the whole in my shoulder where my whole arm was.

Then the Survey Corp person spoke "He snuck into one of the carts before we set foot outside the wall, and unfortunately paid the price with whats little left of his arm. I am deeply sorry, as the one leading the expedition it was my responsibility to keep him safe and for that I'm sorry." When he finished my mother fainted onto the ground and I rushed to check on her letting my tears fall in the process.

My father picks my mother up bridal style "Iskander go inside... now" Still crying I ran inside the house to weep into my pillow. "Thank you for your help, may I ask your name." I heard my father ask the man that saved my life.

"Commander Dorian Esmond" he responded "If you excuse me I must go" that was the last I heard.

I was sad, I was disappointed in myself, but most of all I was mad. I wanted to see a world full of wonders but got a world full of horror and destruction. Those things took away my hopes, my dreams, my arm, and my future so from that day on I promised myself I would join the Survey Corps and take revenge on those filthy monsters called Titans.

...

3 months after the Incident

After the day I came back I wasn't allowed to go anywhere

I was sitting on my bed reading up on the outside world (though it was a horrible place doesn't mean it still wasn't worth knowing about)"Iskander come here for a second" I heard my father call me and went his workplace (where he would always be at) "Come here I want to show you what I've been working on" I follow him into the back of the shed my mind wondering what his special project was. Since my accident he's been working on it everyday.

Once in the back my mother was waiting for us. "Mom at are you doing down here" I was confused

"Me and your father wanted to show you something" she responded

Behind her was was (I'm guessing) Dads special project covered up in a black sheet. "You wanted to show me a blanket" A little agitated for this long walk.

"No boy, its whats under the blanket that I've been working on" I still wasn't amused "Listen we know your birthday isn't far away" Infact its actually tommorrow "But we wanted to give you your present early" He un-sheathed his project "So here it is"

Lost for words I stare at my fathers project, A Mechanical Arm.

He put him hand on my shoulder "I didn't want you to lose sight of your dreams just because of you have one arm, so I spent days and night making this for you" I couldn't help but to tear up from my fathers gracious act, even if it was from his only son.

My mom embraced me "Happy Birthday Iskander" I did the same to her with a tear falling from my face

...

Year 981

Over the past years it got harder and harder to prepare for joining the military but I didn't quit I kept pushing my limits even if I would've lost my other arm, and though my mother hated the idea she didn't stop me from accomplishing my dreams and neither did my father.

Since I got my new arm and a new attitude and I gotta say, life's been sweet. I'veI've picked up a bunch of new things, I've continued my studies on the outside world, learning more about the landscape of the walls and learning as much as I can about titans (but had no success on that topic). I've also learned Krav Maga a military fighting style that can really turn some heads, Literally. And to put all that to good use I've already signed up for the Trainee Corps and thus departing today.

Now all there was to do is to say goodbye.

...

"What about tools in case of repairs?"

"Yeah Dad got it covered" We've been going back and forth for 10 straight minutes it's really pissing me off

"What about your spare tools. I've told you that if your arm breaks down I can't just come and fix it you need to be responsible and lear~"

"DAD! I got everything okay, now enough with the questions please" I've had enough of his lectures

"He's right hun, Iskander is fifteen now he can make his own decisions especially now that he'll be joining the military" My mother always took my side "We would have to let him go eventually"

"Thanks ma but I won't be gone forever I come back and visit, I promise" I gave her a hug to show that I plan on keeping my promise

"Okay I have to go now" I release the hug and start to head towards the recruit cart.

"Be safe now and don't do anything reckless and that means breaking your arm as well"

"Yeah Yeah Yeah" Jeez my Dad can't take a hint

I gave my family one last wave goodbye and thus was on my way to becoming a soldier. I wore long sleeve shirt to hid my arm from other Trainees. I just like to be asked a bunch of dumb questions or have people take pity on me, but ultimately this arm won't make me knock your teeth down your throat.

After the longest ride ever, I made it to the Training grounds. There hundreds of other Trainees which (I might add) a lot of them looked like push-overs but that only means I'll have a better chance to show off my skill.

But first, we all had to wait for the Head Instructor to show.

I admit I probaly down played his age in the begining but ultimately I'm Very proud of this, you all know the deal Review, Fav, Follow or whatever

Also reven228, I'm looking forward to what you think

Until then AnimePsycho1 signing out