Ferdin was born in a military camp, the son of a soldier and camp laundress, and spent his formative years surrounded by experts in martial weapons and armor crafting. This upbringing also brought an exposure to the teachings of Iomedae, the goddess of righteous valor, justice, and honor, who was the primary deity followed by the army during its campaigns.
When Ferdin came of age, he naturally became a member of the military, but found that dreaming of glory was one thing, but having to abide to the strictures of command was quite different. While admittedly not the best at following orders, Ferdin at least completed his obligation of enlistment, all the while being a captive listener to the tales of others who boasted of their adventures and deeds.
In the years since, Ferdin as come a long way from the wide-eyed young man eager to “fit in” with the established military way of life. Along the way, he has traveled widely, performing enough odd mercenary and guard jobs to keep his martial skills keen. He easily earns his keep in any group through tenacity and absolute fearlessness—some might say thoughtlessness—with which he flings himself into combat.
Despite his background as a fighter and wanderer, Ferdin has picked up a fair bit of education during his travels, and can even read (something his parents never learned to do). He takes a simple approach to life, and can be fiercely loyal to those few who earn his respect.
DEFENSE
AC 20, Touch 12, flat footed 18 (Breastplate, heavy wooden shield)
(+2 Dex, +6 armor, +2 shield)
hp 18 (1d10+2+1);
Fort +4, Ref +1, Will +0
OFFENSE
Speed 20 (30 Charge)
Melee
Longsword +6 (1d8+4/19-20 X2) or
Mace, heavy +5 (1d8+4 X2) or
Dagger +5 (1d4+1/19-20 X2) or
Boar Spear +5 (1d8+4 X2)
Ranged
Crossbow, light +4 (1d8 /19-20 X2) range 80
STATISTICS
Str 18, Dex 14, Con 14, Int 13, Wis 11, Chr 11
Base Attack +2 CMB +6; CMD 18
(Ex) Bravery: +1 bonus on Will saves against fear.
Feats
Cleave, Improved Initiative, Power Attack, Weapon Focus: Longsword
Traits
Charger: When charging, add 10 feet to your base speed
Dominator: You receive a +2 trait bonus on all attempts to demoralize an opponent in combat using the Intimidate skill.
Combat Gear
Breastplate, heavy wooden shield, Longsword, heavy mace, dagger, light crossbow, 10 crossbow bolts, boar spear
Other Gear
Masterwork backpack, deluxe dungeoneering kit (2 candles, chalk, 1 hammer , 4 pitons, 50 feet of silk rope, 2 sacks, 3 sunrods, 4 tindertwigs, 1 everburning torch), masterwork backpack, potion of Cure Light Wounds, 48 gp
Ferdin wanders about, taking jobs where he can as mercenary, guard, city watch, etc. If there is no action after awhile he quickly gets bored, and strikes out for what seems better opportunities. Maybe he should try being an adventurer!
