Pav's hometown in Voroniya was destroyed by Kaiser during the First Great War, resulting in the death of his family and relatives. Seeking revenge against the man who caused his suffering and hoping to prevent others from experiencing the same, Pav joined the Bremen army with the ultimate goal of getting close to Kaiser and assassinating him. Through his dedication and skill, Pav rose through the ranks to become a lieutenant. Although Pav was unaware of Kaiser's true intentions, he knew of his leader's obsession with Prehevil and decided to follow him to the Bohemian city in hopes of finally getting his chance to strike. However, Pav's plans were put on hold when he was unexpectedly chosen as one of the participants in the upcoming Termina Festival. In a rush to depart for the Festival, Pav leaves the train and begins his journey.