The year is 1757, during the French and Indian War. This was a time of conflict between British and French forces in North America, with various Native American tribes aligning with either side. The events take place in the area of the American colonies.

Onyx is a 20 year-old young Mohican who is handsome and moreover, possesses the great vitality attributed to his lineage and a warrior who is instinctive, quick, and tough. He takes great pride in his race, and harbors certain contempt for the boundaries of the white man, whose actions he cannot comprehend.

His destiny is to succeed his father in order to become the chief of Delaware. Because he is bound by his destiny however, Onyx must first learn to tame his rage, and also gain wisdom and moral character.

He is Slender with tan skin, thick black eyebrows, brown eyes and black hair.