Mortok Thornhyme

Realm of Origin: Toril (Forgotten Realms)
Era: Time of Troubles

Currently serving as the Captain-of-the-Guard for the nobleman Garamek, Mortok represents a rare combination of skill and humility. He is brave, strong, and loyal. A skilled fighter, he has a wide range of weapons to choose from, but can use almost anything as a weapon when the situation dictates.

To look at him is to look at a human tower. Standing at 6' 5" with over 200 pounds of lean muscle covering his frame, one can easily imagine battles won without him ever having to land a single blow; anything smaller than an elf would most likely stop dead in its tracks at the mere sight of him.

Despite his looming presence, he is open and friendly, even if a little somber. He is a mentor to many, and his dedication to the noble he serves is unquestionable. He is ruggedly handsome and kind, and many women consider him quite the catch. To their dismay, however, Mortok still has not gotten over the death of his wife, and has no wish to remarry.

He has no real wealth. He is modestly payed each month by his noble, and teaches combat skills to willing students for free in his spare time. Despite this, or maybe because of this, he has gained a reputation for turning out some of the finest warriors in the land.

There was a time when he was a Paladin, but he lost his status and powers over 20 years ago, when he accidentally killed an innocent during a fit of rage. It was a mistake, to be sure; a mistake that anyone could have made in the same situation. Normally, an act of repentance and a difficult quest might have restored his Paladin status. But these he has already accomplished many times over. The problem lies within himself. He has never forgiven himself, and cannot achieve this until he faces the guilt that haunts him to this day.

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