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Allen has dark red skin, stands 5 foot 10 inches tall, and though he seems bigger because of his oversized arms and legs, he has pitch black hair that fails to cover 2 large horns. His entire right side is covered by blood red scales; including his hand and foot from his collar bone down, though people will rarely ever notice this since he strives to keep it covered as much as possible. The one other thing someone may notice is his huge, ornate sword he cares everywhere.

Allen is normally suspicious of anyone he doesn't know. Though given time, he will prove to be a loyal and stalwart ally to those he feels have earned his respect. He does not use two words when one will do, and would prefer to just use simple gestures to convey his meaning. His demeanor is often mistaken as being aloof or cantankerous, but in truth his is merely observing.

Allen was found abandoned just outside of a temple of Iomadae. Whether the person that left him intended for the clerics to kill him, or for some other reason, the priests and he do not know. What is known, is that the Iomadae Priest, Father Zachariah, found him and was about to kill him, when the he was driven to his knees by a holy voice which spoke to him and said, "This child will someday be a great warrior for Iomadae. You must aid him along this path.”. Allen, who had heard the voice, was oddly comforted by it. Father Zachariah, after hearing the divine voice looked at the boy anew. What is your name child? To which a shrug was his only reply. Well you must have a name? This time the shrug was accompanied by a shake of the head. Okay, I if I'm to train you, you must have a proper name. How about Ben? The reply was immediate a vehement shake of the head to the negative. Don't like that one, I see? Then how about Allen? That was my best friend's name. The tiefling child thought for a moment, then looked hard at the priest. Aaa lll eeen.? Yes that’s right Allen, Zachariah said.
The next several years were spent in training and in prayer. Allen showed great affinity to Iomadae, he seemed to be touched by the god. Allen, when grown, was born and bred to prove himself out in the world. Finally, he was allowed to accompany a caravan with a group of his Iomadae brothers. Father Zachariah had told him that people outside of the temple may react poorly to the sight of him, and he should stay concealed at all times. He had agreed with a nod, though not truly understanding what Zachariah was trying to tell him.
Two days into the trip they were attacked. Allen was told to stay with the women and children and protect them at all cost. He watched as his brothers fought the demons, wishing he was with them. Then he felt an evil presence from behind. He turned just in time to not lose his head from the clawed hand of the creature. But the blow did manage to remove his helm. Momentarily dazed, he thought he heard the screaming from the wome, and wondered why they were screaming now, and not before he was attacked. He did not have long to think on this, for the creature was closing in on a small girl. As he watched he felt the power of Iomadae flow into him, and then into his sword. He leapt into action and drove his sword deep into the monster, killing it. He then knelt down by the small girl. You okay? The girl nodded dumbly. Then her mother rushed up and grabbed her then backed away. . Get away from us you. you monster! Allen whirled around expecting to see another Demon, but all he saw was his brothers rushing back. What happened? Asked Ivan ,Allen's closest friend. Allen pointed at the dead demon, then at the little girl. Ivan, being used to this kind of response from Allen, looked over the area and understood the gist. Ivan then approach the frantic woman and child, It will alright let me take a look at your little one. No! No, not with that.....thing still here! Ivan looked back at Allen. Please take your helm and tend the wounded. Allen did not hear his friend, all he heard was the women cruel word " MONSTER THING". He had just save their lives, and they ridiculed him. How dare they. Suddenly one of the wagon wheels exploded into splinter. Then Ivan was there shaking him. Allen snap out of it. Allen looked at his friend blankly for a moment then blinked. He then looked around seeing the damaged wagon and the terrified people. Then with a nod, he took his helm and left to tend the injured. After they returned to the temple, Ivan told Father Zachariah of Allen's killing the demon with one strike and saving the people. For his great heroism, the Father had the weaponsmith forge a massive sword of cold iron, which he alone would be able to use. It was inscribed with holy runes and fitted with a dark red gem in its hilt. With this sword, I grant you the title of Divine Warrior. After the ceremony Ivan pulled Allen aside and told him. Congratulations, and of course with any promotion comes more responsibility. You have been assigned a post with Eagle Watch, led by the half-orc paladin Irabeth. They have turned Defender's Heart into a stronghold from what I've heard.