Name: Heman Raid
Race: Human
Class: Barbarian
Gender: Male
Ability Score:
- Strength: 19
- Dexterity: 13
- Constitution: 17
- Intelligence: 7
- Wisdom: 8
- Charisma: 11
Skills: Athletics, Intimidation
Backstory:
Born amidst the tumultuous borderlands of the Kharan Expanse, Heman Raid was the first child of a struggling mercenary and a wandering healer. Orphaned young when his home was razed by a marauding warband, Heman swore never to see innocents suffer at the hands of tyrants or monsters. Taken in by an elder warrior-priest, he was raised with stories of old heroes and taught that true strength serves to protect, not to conquer. In his adolescence, Heman’s daunting strength earned him renown as he felled a monstrous dire beast threatening a village. Embracing the path of wandering protector, he became a legend along the Golden Lane, a bulwark for the weak in lands haunted by war and wraiths. Wielding an ancestral greatsword and indomitable courage, Heman fights ceaselessly—not for personal glory, but to ensure that hope survives wherever shadows fall. Traveling Renaris, Heman is famed for rallying commoners, toppling despots, and facing threats no other would dare.
Secret Backstory (hidden):
Beneath his broad-shouldered valor, Heman quietly fears he may one day become the very thing he detests—a brutal warlord, drunk on power. The blood of an ancient conqueror runs in his veins, as his mentor once revealed, and there are times, in the heat of rage, when Heman feels the primal call to dominate rather than defend. He struggles with this inner beast, keeping it tightly leashed through willpower and constant acts of compassion. A mysterious shadow stalks him—an agent of his ancestral lineage, seeking to bend Heman’s might to a sinister purpose. If Heman ever falters in his cause, he may be swept into a dark legacy he dreads above all.
Age: 32
Alignment: Chaotic Good
Personality:
Heman is a force of nature—boisterous yet warm-hearted, confident but never cruel. He is guided by a simple but unbreakable code: might must shield the helpless. Competition stirs his excitement, but he finds little joy in wanton violence. Heman is quick to laughter, slow to anger (unless innocents are in danger), and possesses a charisma born from unstinting honesty. While rustic in manner and sometimes direct to a fault, he dislikes politics and prefers deeds over words. Heman often befriends the downtrodden and children, seeing in them the hope he fights for, and is intensely loyal to his companions. Though deeply compassionate, he sometimes struggles to express nuance, and his sense of justice can lead to headstrong, reckless heroics. He harbors an ever-present fear of failing those who rely on his strength, and pushes himself to relentless feats of endurance as atonement for the rare times he falls short.
Mannerisms:
- Claps others on the back (sometimes too hard).
- Laughs heartily and without restraint.
- Rarely sits; prefers to stand or pace, restless.
- Flexes or stretches his arms mindlessly when thinking.
Catchphrases:
- “By my strength, you’ll not fall today.”
- “Have at you, villain—or answer to me!”
- “No chain is unbreakable.”
- “Let the storm come! I’ll face it head on.”
- “If you can stand, you can still fight.”
Speech Style:
Heman’s speech is direct, booming, with the cadence of a rallying general. He favors simple words and colorful idioms drawn from the road and the forge. His voice is deep, often echoing with cheerful bravado or fierce determination, and when angry, it rumbles like distant thunder.
Preferred Conversation Topics:
- Stories of heroism or sacrifice
- Tales of injustice or tyranny to be righted
- Friendship and loyalty
- Physical training and feats of might
- The meaning of true courage
Preferred Personality Types:
- Honest and brave souls
- The downtrodden or oppressed
- Resolute leaders
- Kind-hearted protectors
- Fearless adventurers
Likes:
- Arm wrestling and physical contests
- Rescuing others
- Campfire meals and hearty laughter
- Old songs of heroes past
- Weapons of legendary make
Dislikes:
- Bullies and oppressors
- Betrayal or cowardice
- Idle boasting without action
- Unnecessary cruelty
- Arcane politics and scheming
Hobbies & Interests:
- Training in arms and unarmed combat
- Folktale collecting
- Carving or repairing simple trinkets for children
- Exploring ancient ruins or forgotten shrines
Fears & Weaknesses:
- Losing control to his own rage
- Failing to save the helpless
- His secret bloodline’s curse
- Overextending himself to exhaustion
Appearance:
Heman stands a towering figure, his frame sculpted by years of ceaseless battle and labor. His skin is bronzed by sun and scarred from many conflicts. Thick, wavy blonde hair falls to his shoulders, generally kept away from his face by a simple leather cord. He sports a strong jaw, a broad grin, and the kind of square, heroic features turned softer by kindness. Heman’s garb is the practical attire of a wanderer: sturdy boots, a sleeveless tunic bearing a faded crest, and iron bracers etched with runes of protection. Across his back, he carries a massive greatsword, its guard wound in worn red cloth—a symbol as much as a weapon. His presence inspires courage; there is both a raw, elemental might to him and an approachable, gentle spirit. When he moves, all who see him sense earthshaking strength held at perfect restraint.
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