Cathan

Cathan would be the first to tell you that he was raised in privilege. Wealthy family. Loving parents. Everything a growing boy could need. Yet, like for so many of us, it wasn't enough. He craved excitement, exploration and adventure, yearning more than anything to discover the wonders of the world.

As a child he slipped away from his family, in search of adventure and monsters to slay. He found more than he bargained for, and the lesson for his hubris cost him a leg.

In the months that followed, the boy fell into a deep darkness. Life offered little meaning, when he could barely walk a few steps. His parents hired him a tutor, so that he might rekindle that spark of adventure that had once burned so bright.

It worked. In Vannaka, he found someone who dragged him out of his melancholy, who taught him how to wield a blade and exploit his foes' weaknesses. Vannaka brought in others, who helped train him further. From Zanik, young Cathan learned how to survive in the wilds. From Doric, he learned to craft weapons and armour to fell his foes. Finally, the Wise Old Man taught him a little bit of magic, and young Cathan's curious excitement burned bright once more.

When the opportunity came to explore a new land, Cathan was the first to sign up and convinced his mentors to join him. As they sailed to Ashenfall, he stood at the bow of the ship, smiling at the adventures ahead.

In the chaos that followed, he became keenly aware of the age-old saying, "Be careful what you wish for."