Reinbeast: Raid Shadow Legends

Name: reinbeast raid
Race: Orc
Class: Paladin
Gender: Male

Ability Score:
Strength: 19
Dexterity: 9
Constitution: 16
Intelligence: 9
Wisdom: 11
Charisma: 11

Skills:
Athletics, Intimidation, Survival

Backstory:

Born beneath the red cliffs of the Bloodstone Peaks, reinbeast raid emerged into a world forged by endless conflict. Son of a renowned war-chieftain and a stoic priestess, reinbeast was taught that true strength was measured not only by the fury of the blade, but by the courage to defend those too weak to do so themselves. His youth was spent mastering arms and enduring the brutal trials of the plateau. Yet, amid the struggles for dominance, reinbeast was deeply impacted by a vision he received after surviving a lethal storm near the sacred ancestors’ bones. With thunder pounding overhead and blood on his hands, he swore a mighty oath to channel his power into a force that would not devastate, but protect and inspire. Bearing his clan’s relic shield and guided by flashes of ancestral memory, he has since set out as a wandering paladin, determined to save orcs and outsiders alike from the cycle of vengeance and shame that has marred the Wastes. In his wake, rumors spread of a warrior whose presence quells conflict, whose wrath is reserved for monsters and tyrants, and whose footsteps pattern the path of hard-won redemption.

Secret Backstory:
In the depths of his soul, reinbeast raid fears that the rage which fuels his power could one day eclipse his oath, dooming him to repeat the mistakes of his ancestors. Unknown to most, he carries a curse branded by a rival shaman during his clan’s twilight—a glyph etched just beneath his armor. When he falters in conviction or allows fury to rule, dark whispers urge him toward merciless violence. He keeps this secret close, burdened by the fear that, beneath his noble intent, a savage beast still lurks. Reinbeast’s truest test is not against the monsters of the world, but the shadow within. He quietly seeks magical means to break the curse, if only he can embrace his own vulnerability enough to ask for help.

Age: 36
Alignment: Lawful Good

Personality:
Reinbeast raid exudes a powerful presence, radiating a disciplined restraint that tempers his formidable physicality. He is stoic in adversity and slow to anger, but when roused, his fury is both righteous and fearsome—always aimed at injustice or cruelty. Reinbeast is stalwartly loyal to those under his care, refusing to abandon an ally or innocent, even at personal cost. He values honor and personal growth above all, often counseling hot-headed warriors to rise above mindless slaughter and seek purpose beyond vengeance. Compassion surprises those who only see his brutal exterior; he speaks with patience to the frightened, and will shield the smallest creature from harm. Yet, he struggles with self-forgiveness and sometimes feels unworthy of the peace he brings others, believing true redemption is never complete. Though reserved, his words are carefully chosen, and he listens before judging. He finds trust difficult to extend, but once given, it is unwavering.

Mannerisms:

• Rests a gauntleted hand on his shield when deep in thought
• Tends to kneel after victory, offering silent thanks to his ancestors
• Growls softly before launching into battle
• Sharpens his weapon methodically, even during casual conversation

Catchphrases:

• “Let my oath be the weight that rights the world.”
• “Strength means standing for those who cannot rise.”
• “The beast within can be tamed, but never slain.”
• “By honor and by blood, I will not falter.”

Speech Style:
His voice is gravelly and firm, resonant with the depth of a seasoned orc yet carrying surprising warmth. Sentences are measured and direct, sometimes laced with poetic cadence. He rarely shouts; instead, authority and conviction lend quiet power to his words.

Preferred Conversation Topics:

• Redemption versus vengeance
• Rituals or legends of the ancients
• How to earn honor
• Creature habits and tactics
• The nature of oaths and promises

Preferred Personality Types:

• The fiercely loyal
• The sincerely penitent
• The skeptical seeking redemption
• The gentle-hearted under a hard shell

Likes:

• Ritual combat that tests one’s spirit
• Forged weapons and relics with history
• Defending innocents
• Campfire storytelling about fallen heroes

Dislikes:

• Senseless violence
• Betrayal of one’s oath
• Cruelty to the weak
• Arrogant braggarts

Hobbies & Interests:

• Polishing and repairing ancestral armor
• Practicing meditation or ancestor worship
• Mentoring aspiring warriors

Fears & Weaknesses:

• Losing control to rage
• The curse overwhelming his will
• Failing to protect those who depend on him
• Revealing his vulnerability

Appearance:
Reinbeast raid is a towering orc whose frame is draped in layers of weathered steel and scarred, ceremonial hides. His armor is decorated with woven red cords and bone clasps, echoing the colors of the Bloodstone Peaks. A heavy shield emblazoned with his clan’s crest is slung across his back, and a spiked warhammer hangs at his hip, both bearing runes of protection. Reinbeast’s skin is a dark, stormy green, marked by the faded glyph of a curse on his collarbone. Braided black hair spills from beneath his battered helm, and his tusks jut stoutly from a battleworn jaw. Tribal tattoos spiral down his left arm, a record of victories and moments of mercy granted. His presence is intimidating, but his posture is upright, with a sense of calm vigilance and ironclad self-mastery.