Ian, Wandering Mercenary

Ian has kept his history quiet for the most part. None know of his childhood, but it couldn't have been too good. What is know is that at some point he became the property of the Horned Society. So in a twisted way, Ian is one of those rare people who benefited from the return of Iuz and his lust for conquest. When the Society fell he saw his chance and went for freedom. It paid off in great dividends. Most folk think he found his swords during this early flight, if Ian did he doesn't talk about it. What is known is that he didn't like what was done to him and now is doing his all to hurt those who hurt him. That's how he came to be in the company he now travels with.

During Ian's time as a slave, he came into the possessions of a particularly cruel and heartless despot named Yryn. Yryn was harsh with the whip and would use it at the slightest provocation. Ian's nature didn't mesh well with slavery, his spirit was far too independent. His treat for such an attitude was that dreaded strip of leather with a barbed tip. What yryn didn't know was that the slave was perceptive enough to watch the guards train on the few occasions they felt it necessary. By watching them he learned the basics of the blade. Many nights were spent sparring his shadow with sticks, but he still pressed on. When the time came for him to flee he did, but he never forgot Yryn. Now he has learned that a small band of adventurers are on the evil man's trail. This is his "noble quest", his shining light during the times of darkness.

Game Statistics

Ian, Wandeing Mercenary, 6th level Human Fighter (circa 595cy)

Str: 18.....Dex: 16.....Con: 18

Int: 14......Wis: 12......Chr: 15

AC: 20 (+2 Breastplate, Dexterity +3)

Hit Points: 76.....Initiative: +7

Fort: +9.....Ref: +5.....Will: +5

Feats: Combat Expertise, Weapon Focus (longsword), Iron Will, Quick Draw, Two-Weapon Fighting, Weapon Specialization (longsword), Improved Initiative, Improved Critical Strike (longsword)

Skills: Climb +13, Handle Animal +7, Hide +6, Jump +12, Move Silently +6, Ride+7, Spot +2, Swim +9

Alignment: NG

Age: 19

Height: 5'10"

Weight: 180 lbs

Most Favored Possessions: The only things Ian now truly values are his twin swords. Made of an unknown alloy and crafted superior to any weapon he's seen, these swords generally appraise at close to 6000gp each before considering any form of magical enchantments.

Note: Ian is a man bent on revenge as well as a desire to see justice brought to the world. His old angers run deep though, and if left unchecked they might twist his very soul.