Character Profile: Ildur Fanjord
Description
- Gender: Male
- Race: Human
- Class: Fighter
- Background: Sailor
- Faith: unknown
Appearance
- Eyes: Blue
- Hair: Dark
- Skin: Light
- Height: 190cm
- Weight: 210
Attributes
- Strength: 16
- Dexterity: 14
- Constitution: 13
- Intelligence: 9
- Wisdom: 9
- Charisma: 16
Skills
- Languages: common, dwarvish
- Proficiencies: acrobatics, intimidation, athletics, perception
- Expertises: none
Background Summary
- Hometown: Boturheim, the largest city on the Storm Islands.
- Family: Son of Svendir Bedjar (Chieftain of the Storm Islands) and Gudborg Fanjord.
- Half-brother: Sten Gylling
- Sister: Runa Fanjord
- Inheritance Conflict: Faces tension with siblings over the inheritance of the Bedjar title. Sten, being older but not a full Fanjord, believes in primogeniture, while Runa feels neither brother is suited to lead.
Early Life and Relationships
Grew up overshadowed by his stronger half-brother Sten, who often bullied him. Supported and comforted by his intelligent sister Runa, Ildur struggled with feelings of inadequacy and a desire to earn his father's pride.
Development and Skills
- Physical Development: Gained strength from working on whaling boats, defending against pirates, and encountering wild creatures.
- Leadership: Exhibits natural charisma and an ability to inspire followers, despite internal self-doubts and a reputation for being somewhat reckless.
- Devotion: Deeply respects the traditions of the Storm Islands and is committed to protecting his family and community.
Ambition
Aims to prove his worth and become the respected successor to the chieftainship of the Storm Islands. Must achieve great deeds and gain the community's respect to be recognized as the true successor by his father, otherwise, the title may pass to Sten.
Strengths and Abilities
- Saving Throws: Strength (STR), Constitution (CON)
- Special Abilities:
- Luck: Can reroll a d20 up to three times per day.
- Menacing Attack: Targets opponent's WIS saving throw.
- Trip Attack: Targets opponent's STR saving throw.
- Action Surge: Enhances physical abilities temporarily.
Important Magical Items
- Tankard of Plenty: Creates various fluids at will, usable three times per day.
- Illusory Flute: Produces illusions reflecting the player’s emotions and imagination (currently lent to Amrey).
Personal Reflection
Despite early hardships and ongoing sibling rivalry, Ildur's journey is defined by his quest for personal growth and validation. His challenges are not just physical but deeply emotional, pushing him to balance his impulsive nature with the wisdom shared by his sister Runa.
Notable Events
- Killed the terrifying fiend "Sandy Claws" using his dual handaxes, cutting him limb from limb
- Killed the gryphon that tried to abduct Fjadla on the trek back from the frozen lake
- Deliberately set fire to Bundinar's curtains in his mansion due to drunken stupor, triggering the intrusion prevention system