Andrew Smith

Andrew Smith (Also knows as Commander Andrew Smith or Commander Smith) is a minor character in "Miracula Luxia". He is the former commander of Duskwood until he was replaced six years ago.
== Personality ==
Andrew is a man of honor. He will do anything to keep his allies safe from harm, ready to fight every hostile whenever he has the chance.
Even if he's wounded, this man will not back down. He will continue fighting until his last breath, killing as many of his foes as possible.
He is loyal to every person that fights for justice and peace, ready to help them continue doing so.
Although he is ready to kill every hostile, he is not bloodthirsty. If he gets the chance to spare a foe or if the foe is surrendering, he will spare them so he can show them that even the fiercest warriors are able to feel remorse and to show mercy.
== Appearance ==
Andrew has black hair swept neatly to both sides. He also has a goatee.
He wears powerful armor made of iron which has protected him for many years and has saved his life numerous times.
== Life ==
=== Early Years ===
Andrew was born in Duskwood. He didn't study anything, as there were no school (or any other places of education) at that time.
He dedicated his free time to training, starting to train with a sword from the age of 8.
At 12, he was able to use a shield as well and at the age of 17 he was able to use heavy weapons (Like broadswords) without any problems.
At the age of 16, he was also taught the basics of healing spells, giving him an edge in future battles.
=== Life after training ===
At the age of 25, he became the commander of Duskwood, appointed by Duskwood's leader back then.
His leadership was greatly valued by Duskwood's citizens, because of his kindness, boldness and bravery.
He kept the citizens of Duskwood safe from the hostiles around them, including a newly created "Darkness of Duskwood" gang, preparing his soldiers with the best armor possible to fight them- studded leather and steel.
When there was disorder in the town, he let the troublemakers free and kicked them out of town, but not before warning them about what would happen if they ever came back.
His unexpected actions earned him a lot of enemies, but a lot of allies as well.
That's why when he left his post in the army and let a much less competent person take his place the people wanted him to return.
But to no avail. The brave commander left the town, but not before saying that he is "very sorry" for doing this.
Six years passed. Nobody ever heard of Andrew again.
Until John found out that he went to Avernum to seek his fortunes there and also offer his services.
Now Andrew is the commander of Fort Saffron, appointed by King Starrus the Second himself.
The soldiers in Fort Saffron regard him as their hero, because his actions were the ones that saved the fort from destruction and ruin after it was almost abandoned to the Abyss.
== Weapons of choice ==
Andrew prefers heavy weapons, because they do much more damage than smaller melee weapons (like knives) and are much better to parry with.
His signature weapon is a heavy golden broadsword, known as the "Shining Enforcer"- a weapon which he has used for a very long time, ever since he was 18.
Andrew is also able to use some ranged weapons, one of them being the crossbow. When he has the chance, he likes to carry his favorite crossbow- the "Silent Guardian" in battle.
== Relationships ==
=== John Braveheart ===
Andrew respects John, trusting him to make the hard calls and give him advice when needed, showing that their relationship is well-developed and very good.
John feels the same way about his old friend who helped him become stronger when he was younger.
When Andrew recognizes John in Avernum, he decides to not tell him who he is until he asks. When he does, John realizes that he has finally found his long-lost friend once again.
However, their reunion is cut short when John is forced to leave with Jared and Annie to warn Fort Emerald which saddens Andrew, but he still lets him go, knowing that he is more than eager to help his new friends and protect them.
They both hope that they will have time to see each other again and talk about their past deeds.
=== Jared Kaos ===
Andrew is eager to meet Jared and is very friendly towards him.
He sees that the boy is very powerful and that he is destined to protect the good and slay the bad.
When Jared asks him for help against the bandits of Bargha (who captured his friends), he is eager to help him out, his pure heart not allowing him to refuse.
After they are rescued, Andrew makes the decision to strike back at the Barghans, thinking that they finally "crossed the line".
When he realizes that Jared is good friend of John, his respect for him increases even further. Later, he also learns that Jared spared John from the clutches of death after he betrayed his former friend and tried to kill him.
Andrew entrusts Jared to protect his friend from harm and to get him out of Avernum safely.
=== Gareth Jones ===
Andrew and Gareth know each other, the latter having visited Fort Saffron twice.
The two of them have barely met, but they still respect each other, sharing many common interests. Their relationship is stable and well-developed.
Gareth often tells his friends that Andrew is "like a brother to him", also saying how he taught him to be a better commander.
Andrew is saddened when he hears that Fort Duvno has been destroyed and is overjoyed to hear that his friend survived the destruction.
He wishes to see him again and invite him to Fort Saffron where they can act together and keep Avernum safe from its enemies as a team.
=== Lord Farrar ===
Ever since he was selected by the Barghans as their leader, Andrew didn't trust Farrar, not wishing to make the mistake of allying himself and his soldiers with the man, unlike the citizens of Spire.
Farrar feels the same way, wishing to take over Fort Saffron and kill Andrew when he has the chance.
When Farrar betrays Spire and captures some of their merchants and envoys, Andrew helps the Spire militia assault Bargha and rescue the prisoners, driving Lord Farrar and his vagabonds away into the lands to the east.
When he returns five years later, he captures two of Jared's friends- John and Annie, prompting Andrew to send a small force (including himself) to rescue them, straining the relationship of both leaders even further.
Andrew decides to launch a huge assault and make Farrar pay for his crimes. He wishes to kill him, but is unable to do so as some of his soldiers managed to take him away to the east.
Andrew awaits his return, but also hopes that he is killed by the Giants before he has the chance to do so.
== Trivia ==
* Andrew is one of the few characters in "Miracula Luxia" overall that is able to use a heavy weapon with ease.
* Andrew's favorite food is potatoes.
* Andrew is able to slay some of the toughest creatures in Avernum, including Drakes and Giants, having slain at least 10 of each during his life in Avernum.
* Andrew is the second named commander seen in "Miracula Luxia", the other being Gareth Jones.
** Coincidentally, Andrew and Gareth know each other and are on good terms.