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Message: <blockquote data-quote="steeldragons" data-source="post: 6142142" data-attributes="member: 92511">The Riders of RooksnestThis band of heroes has achieved renown through such amazing accomplishments as ending "the Bandit King" who harangued the Merchant's Road, thwarting the plot of the dark wizard Bargle [cuz why not?], and defeating the undead plague at Bright Hollow and the cult of Demogog there. Now, they strike out into the broader region on missions from their generous patron.  26. Helmdall Hoarfrost: Fighter 5 [or any mid level]. Dwarf/male. Scale & shield. Broad sword, crossbow, hand (throwing) axe (2). Magic items: armor, 1 weapon, 2 potions, 1 miscellany. His notable strength not yet diminished by his quickly advancing years and still as tough as a budding fuzz-chinned dwarfling, Helmdall likes to think of himself as the company's "father figure." He alters between moments of stubbornness, gruffness and spitting negative-jibes [designed to inspire, "prove me wrong!"] and moments of wisdom and kindly understanding, particularly with his "favorites": his "proteges" Arran and Llyrellyn and "the lady", Caerrainne. As far as Helmdall is concerned anything except magic problems, and even most of those, can be solved by a blade to the throat. He has some wisdom, however and does not rush willy-nilly into battle. He is more than happy to listen to suggestions or plans that might avoid confrontation. But if a battle is to be met, then met it shall be with his cold steel.27. Arran Dor Unsten: Fighter 5 [or any mid level]. Human/male. Splint & shield. Longsword, mace, spear, dagger. Magic items: shield, 1 weapon, 1 miscellany. Arran has known Helmdall for some time and does love the codgery dwarf, but was an accomplished swordsman in his own right before joining forces with him, despite Helmdall's assertions that he taught Arran "everything he knows." He is a tall strapping example of manhood, well-muscled, agile, clever and charming. He is the picture of one of the <insert appropriate region here> golden-haired clans' noble war-chief's. His blond shoulder length hair frames his well-chiseled features and broad jaw as it cascades out from beneath his winged helmet. His face and other exposed skin (which is not much) is a golden tan from years of weathering and a life on the road/in the open. Arran is the de facto leader of the group, but he is quick to turn to companions for guidance in matters he is not versed (such as arcane or divine manners). Dor Unsten is a noble and honorable family of his homeland and Arran strives to maintain that status in all of his dealings (though no one outside of <region> cares nearly as much as the Arran himself).28. Llyrellyn Moon-rising: Fighter 5 [or any mid level]. Human/female. Chain & shield. Longsword, short bow, dagger. Magic items: 10 arrows, 1 potion, 1 ring. Llyrellyn is from a region more wild than the "noble clans" of Arran's people. After some mistrust and antagonism, the two warriors have come to a place of mutual respect and admiration, each having saved the life of the other numerous times and so they have a running tally of who owes the life debt to whom. Like her people, she is more impetuous than Arran or Helmdall when it comes to entering a fray, but is also more ferocious and seems entirely fearless. Llyrellyn bares the woad tattoos of her people in various places over the left side of her face and body, even extending to her head where she keeps the left side of her long dark hair shaven. 29. Caerrainne [no known surname]: Fighter/Mage 3/3 [or any mid level]. Elf/female. Chain. Staff, short sword, dagger. Magic items: staff, 1 defensive/protective item, 1 scroll (3 spells). Caerraine wears the form fitting chain of her kind beneath flowing robes of pale blue. Her coppery red hair, alabaster skin, and large bright blue-green eyes give Caerrainne the elegant and striking good looks of her race. She is quick to smile and share a kind word and, in general, espouses a gentle and nurturing nature. While versed in the arts of combat, Caerrainne is always first and foremost a sorceress. Her time with the company has been some of her most exciting and enjoyable in her long life, in no small part due to her becoming completely smitten with Arran and he similar [though unexpressed] feelings for her. Caerrainne's grimoire has at present: 2 spells more than she can cast per day, for each spell level. Her selection should lean toward offensive and immobilizing with a few utility/divinatory spells. Defense is definitely her weakest area, often falling back on her armor and weapons when pressed into self-defense.30. Tallek Dor Bertrel: Ranger 5 [or other mid level]. Human/male. Studded Leather & shield. Longbow, spear, longsword, dagger. Magic items: 2 weapons, 2 potions, 1 miscellany. Tallek is from a family subject to Arran's in their homeland. He is sworn and true to his family's oath. He and Arran are childhood friends and was tapped to join him in his travels for Tallek's expertise with the "outlands" beyond their home territories. Out "on the road" Tallek is not at all beholden to Arran and Arran never "pulls rank" with the skilled tracker. They are "as brothers." Tallek has hair a few shades darker than Arran, though still blond. The scruff that shades his jawline is slightly more red. He enjoys the life of adventure and his companions, on the whole. He is always prone to caution and alertness, eschewing mind-altering substances at all times, and is sometimes frustrated with Llyrellyn's impulsive nature.31. Ermine Blackbriar: Thief 5 [or any mid level]. Halfling/male. Studded leather. Short sword, crossbow, daggers (2), silver dagger. Magic items: 1 weapon, 3 miscellany. Ermine found these fine <regional> folks in a town prior to their first adventure and after a good deal of haggling, is the only member of the company with an actual "contract" which Ermine uses and brings up at every possible opportunity to his benefit. This is primarily so the tall folk don't think he's some softy who actually likes them [which he does] and wouldn't know what to do with himself if he were on his own [which he wouldn't]. He is genuinely concerned with their welfare and their continued success in finding riches. Though truly not a coward, Ermine is often the voice of concern and caution, arguing for more "reasonable" courses of action in almost all situations.32. Rellen "the Greenling": Druid 5 [or any mid level]. Half-elf/male. Studded leather & [wooden] shield. Cudgel, sickle, sling. Magic items: shield or weapon, 2 potions, 1 miscellany of scroll (3 spells). Rellen was born to an elvin mother in the woods outside of the tribe-lands of Llyrellyn's people. When he was 10 he was sent with the elves' trusted local druid back to the lands of "men" and was brought up in training as one of the Holy Order of Oaks. Rellen has thoroughly enjoyed his upbringing/training, giving him a sense of place and purpose and uniting him with the beloved natural world [fostered as much by his elvin blood as his druidic training]. Rellen is more than happy to serve as the company's support and healer, seeking always to urge growth and balance in all ways.</blockquote>

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