Wardens of the Deep
Posted: Tue Feb 12, 2013 12:19 pm
So, a little more background on the new dwarves in the campaign.
The dwarves are from The Five Kings Mountains, which is the largest nation of Dwarves on Golarion, and is where the dwarves achieved their epic Quest for Sky (ie, where they emerged from the earth). The Wardens are an organization of dwarves who guard against threats from the deep, and they make forays into second subterranian level that Ken was talking about.
The Wardens knew slightly more about the Drow than the surface dwellers, but only slightly. The Wardens knew that the drow existed, but had only encountered them a few times and then only briefly. The Wardens did have to deal with the 'ripple effect' from the drow though (slaves/pawns used in drow plans or displaced monsters).
The Wardens had approached Tholyr about possibly joining them but Tholyr said he would think about it and then left for Riddleport. A few months ago Tholyr sent word to the Wardens that there was news of great importance that he wished to share with them and asked the Wardens to send a delegation to Crying Leaf, where he would meet up with them.
The Wardens' expedition is led by Valkur of Clan Baar'Arrd, Devotee of Torag. Valkur stands 4'3" and his calm and steadfast manner implies both wisdom and tolerance. The other Wardens defer to Valkur and never voice contrary opinions in front of strangers.
Thuyr, also of Clan Baar'Arrd, is a relation of Valkur, and exhibits some of the same resolute mannerisms, but perhaps does not seem as calm. You can see Thuyr always noticing the goings on around him. Following his gaze you can see that he is constantly observing both the positions and the demeanor of those around him. You also notice that Thuyr seems to instinctively and subtly adjust his position in relation to the people around him in such a way as to make it more difficult for people to get behind him. You are not sure if that is comforting or not.
Lastly there is Urraic, Son of Balmoran, Disciple of Torag. Urraic listens intently to descriptions of the battles with the drow, quietly reveling in the tales of bravery, sharing the sorrow of defeats and lost friends. When talking about battles, you notice Urraic absentmindedly touching the birthmark on his forearm which resembles the upside down Hammer of Torag.
The dwarves are from The Five Kings Mountains, which is the largest nation of Dwarves on Golarion, and is where the dwarves achieved their epic Quest for Sky (ie, where they emerged from the earth). The Wardens are an organization of dwarves who guard against threats from the deep, and they make forays into second subterranian level that Ken was talking about.
The Wardens knew slightly more about the Drow than the surface dwellers, but only slightly. The Wardens knew that the drow existed, but had only encountered them a few times and then only briefly. The Wardens did have to deal with the 'ripple effect' from the drow though (slaves/pawns used in drow plans or displaced monsters).
The Wardens had approached Tholyr about possibly joining them but Tholyr said he would think about it and then left for Riddleport. A few months ago Tholyr sent word to the Wardens that there was news of great importance that he wished to share with them and asked the Wardens to send a delegation to Crying Leaf, where he would meet up with them.
The Wardens' expedition is led by Valkur of Clan Baar'Arrd, Devotee of Torag. Valkur stands 4'3" and his calm and steadfast manner implies both wisdom and tolerance. The other Wardens defer to Valkur and never voice contrary opinions in front of strangers.
Thuyr, also of Clan Baar'Arrd, is a relation of Valkur, and exhibits some of the same resolute mannerisms, but perhaps does not seem as calm. You can see Thuyr always noticing the goings on around him. Following his gaze you can see that he is constantly observing both the positions and the demeanor of those around him. You also notice that Thuyr seems to instinctively and subtly adjust his position in relation to the people around him in such a way as to make it more difficult for people to get behind him. You are not sure if that is comforting or not.
Lastly there is Urraic, Son of Balmoran, Disciple of Torag. Urraic listens intently to descriptions of the battles with the drow, quietly reveling in the tales of bravery, sharing the sorrow of defeats and lost friends. When talking about battles, you notice Urraic absentmindedly touching the birthmark on his forearm which resembles the upside down Hammer of Torag.