Ardenn Gallows
Ardenn Gallows walked away from the nightmare of his life.
Try being born into the world of managing the recently deceased. A family that builds coffins and gallows, preserves bodies and digs graves was one that few wished to encounter outside of the rituals surrounding interment. The journey was a lonely one, especially when the family was riddled with faults. A carpenter father who drank, an alchemist mother who aspired to zealotry, an abusive older brother and a pair of twins that were horrific mirrors of each other. This was the arena that Ardenn navigated before seeking his fortune on the road.
The tribulations bemoaned by those Ardenn encountered were lost on the pensive young man. He was just appreciative of working true and making his own way. Strong willed and with a calm center, he inspired and granted a serene touch to those troubled souls who crossed his path. He paid his way with his muscles but he paved the way with his spirit.
Serving as a pilgrimage guardian, Ardenn was recruited by the priestess in situ and found a new calling by serving the greater powers. Peace was a difficult goal for many, but Ardenn found his in the balance of weapons and will, offering spiritual guidance when he could and mustering necessary force when the light turned dark.
He had hoped to walk the remainder of his days without encountering another of his blood kin, but fate could not find such simplicity in the weave of his life. Whether he wished it or not, the Gallows waited for Ardenn on the road ahead.