Astagard
Astagard, son of Tamragard, Chief of the Sholmin, Chief of the Fuskenellows
- 14th level CN human male, Kanosian fighter - S:18(95), D:17, C:18, I:11, W:7, Ch:9 - age (born 223 AM, 32 years old in 872), hp 94,
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Early History
Astagard was born to the Sholmin people, which before the arrival of the Abaddonians was very large and powerful, which recognized a king as leader. Astagard was born to a chief of one of the clans of the tribe. Unfortunately for the Sholmin, they were subdued by the Abaddonians when Astagard was just a boy, and forced to settle at Fuskenellows, which at that time was quite large. Astagard’s clan however never gave into the Abaddonians, and avoided their patrols by living in the cold northern forest. From early on he proved himself a capable warrior, killing orcs and other foul creatures of the forest. He was present at Santraphosia when the archbishop Isophantes destroyed the city, and managed to kill, with great luck, the priest directly under Isophantes with his arrows, riding up to shoot the cleric at point blank. He escaped and became very famous for such boldness. Astagard continued his resistance after this, raiding and thwarting the Abaddonians. Astagard is very proud however of his defense of his forest elf allies against drow elves along with the high-king Cheskron, and later killed giants that threatened Cheskron’s personal tribe. He became a personal warrior of Cheskron.
It was in 252 that Astagard helped lead a general Kanosian defense against Anchises the Paladin, who was returning with a great body of troops to help resupply Sevatian and his minions. During the battle, Astagard showed to many his great value, managing to kill one of Anchises’ top under-generals, where he received his helmet of teleportation and his girdle. Anchises was forced to withdraw. For this, Astagard, despite his youth, was hailed a tribal chief, and chief of all the tribes of Fuskenellows. After that, lesser chiefs began hailing to Astagard. One tribe even made him their king
Description
Astagard is hulking, at 6’1’’. He keeps himself relatively shaven. His hair is gray/brown, and his eyes are a deep brown. His hair is in semi-curly locks that extend down to just past his shoulders
Personality
Astagard is a stoic man with a limited vocabulary. His first notions in a situation are to fight. Given his ill temperament it can be assumed that he only has survived this long because he possess several magical items. Astagard lacks etiquette and polish and possess less than stellar diplomatic skills.
Adventures
Giants in Astanow
On a cool day in autumn, a band of hill giants attacked the city of Astanow. Demetrius took Åstagard to help defend the city. The actual accounts of combat are mirky, however, all present clearly recall Astagard bounding high into the air and meeting the giants head on.
An Oath Sworn
Astagard swore an oath to bring back Demetrius' gear. He failed in this several times and had to give up his items as recompense for his failure.
Items/Possessions
Adornments
Ring
- The ring itself is blocky gold with runes. It possess the powers of a Ring of Free Action.
Girdle of hill giant strength,
- Taken from the general officer. The girdle is nicely made, with three interlocking circles, one gold, one silver, one black, that snap together on a dull black leather belt with punched-in very dark red runes. Rich design is stamped throughout the leather showing troops, and the quality of the leatherworking is quite fine.
boots of striding and springing
medallion of esp
Weapons
Bastard sword (+3) was a gift of high-king Cheskron for fighting against mountain giants, it was made for Cheskron’s son by Kanosian priests.
- It is made plain and well with the symbols of three gods, Stronmaus, Hiatea and Annam stamped on the cold iron of the hilt, painted in gold. Otherwise quite simple, save for the flourish towards the tip of the blade, where the blade grows wider and an archrune on the small pommel.
Armor
Helmet of Teleportation
- Like many of his items taken from Anchises’ senior infantry officer. Formed from dark iron and fashioned in a classic Greek closed face helmet style. There is nothing remarkable about its appearance.
plate mail (+3)
- The armor was won, along with his helmet and girdle, when he killed Anchises’ senior infantry officer. The armor is somewhat small for Astagard. The armor peices are plated with gold, which has been chipped and banged in several places. There is a fine black ring armor beneath this. Abbadonian runes of an ancient sort twist about on the forearm and shin plates, completely black on the gold armor.
shield (+2)
- This stout shield is round, with very realistic looking oak tree during fall, with faded on leather background.
Spells/Abilities
Weapon Proficiencies
- bastard sword (2),
- short bow
- hand axe
- long spear
- shield
- punching (2)
Non-Weapon Proficiencies
- land-based riding
- bowyer/fletcher
- endurance (2)
- mountaineering
- swimming
- Kanosian survival
Languages
- Kanosian (middle archaic)
- Encish
- wood elf
Relationships
Rescued by Lars St. Morningglory from the magic mirror controlled by the wizard Redleaf, Astagard was held in a jail until his allegiance could be determined. With no know living relatives his loyalty was in question. Since his release he has formed a purely professional relationship with those around him, keeping his true motives concealed. He has aided members of the Triumvirate in many situations for their mutual benefit.
