Zazra Gutrender

## == History ==

Zazra Gutrender was born into a small Goblin clan called the Nightclaws, known for their exceptional skill in stealth and guerilla warfare. From a young age, Zazra displayed a natural affinity for combat and a talent for wielding twin handaxes with deadly precision. Her family recognized her potential and nurtured her abilities, knowing that she was destined to be a formidable warrior.

Under the tutelage of her father, Skizzik Gutrender, a renowned Goblin blade master, Zazra honed her skills and learned the art of ambush and surprise attacks. Skizzik was strict but fair, pushing Zazra to her limits and teaching her the importance of patience and observation in battle. Despite her family's support, the other members of the Nightclaws clan were skeptical about having a female warrior. Zazra faced ridicule and mockery, but she remained resolute, letting her actions speak louder than words.

As she grew older, Zazra's prowess with her twin handaxes became unmatched within the clan. She mastered the art of using speed and agility to her advantage, striking swiftly and retreating before her enemies could react. Her proficiency earned her the name "Blade Dancer of the Shadows," a title whispered in awe and admiration among the Nightclaws.

The Glorious Death:

One moonlit night, as the Nightclaws' territory was under threat from a marauding band of savage trolls and their monstrous allies, Zazra knew that this battle would be the defining moment of her life. The trolls' forces were overwhelming, and the Nightclaws were ill-prepared for such an onslaught. Yet, Zazra saw this as an opportunity to prove herself and protect her clan from annihilation.

Leading a daring night raid, Zazra took charge of a small group of elite Nightclaws warriors. They struck like vengeful shadows, catching the trolls off guard and inflicting heavy casualties. Zazra's twin handaxes danced through the darkness, cutting down foes with swift, deadly strikes. She inspired her comrades to fight with newfound determination, pushing back the advancing horde.

As the battle raged on, Zazra faced the troll chieftain, a massive and fearsome creature wielding a gargantuan war club. Undeterred, Zazra charged into the fray, her blades moving in a blur. The troll chieftain proved to be a formidable opponent, but Zazra's agility and skill allowed her to dodge the thunderous swings of the club and land precise, crippling strikes.

Despite her valiant efforts, the tides of battle began to turn against the Nightclaws. The relentless waves of trolls and monsters overwhelmed the warriors, and even the mighty Zazra couldn't hold them back forever. In a desperate final stand, she rallied her comrades, urging them to retreat and regroup, giving them a chance to escape.

As the last of her fellow Nightclaws fled into the darkness, Zazra remained, facing the horde alone. She knew that her death was inevitable, but she refused to go down without a fight. With her twin handaxes spinning in a deadly dance, she carved a path through the enemy, taking as many of them down as she could.

Surrounded by foes, Zazra fought with unmatched ferocity, her determination shining in her eyes. In her final moments, she embraced her destiny as a warrior and accepted her glorious death. As the first rays of the rising sun painted the horizon in hues of gold, Zazra Gutrender fell, her twin handaxes still gripped tightly in her hands, surrounded by the fallen trolls and monsters she had slain.

The news of Zazra's heroic sacrifice spread throughout the Goblin lands, and her name became a symbol of courage and determination. The memory of the "Blade Dancer of the Shadows" would forever echo in the hearts of the Nightclaws, inspiring generations to come and reminding them of the indomitable spirit that resided within even the smallest of Goblins.

## == Appearance ==

Physical Appearance: Zazra Gutrender was a female Goblin of relatively average height for her kind, standing at around three and a half feet tall. Despite her petite stature, she possessed a compact and athletic build, a testament to her rigorous training and constant physical exertion. Her lime-green skin was adorned with battle scars, a testament to her many encounters on the battlefield.

Her eyes, an intense shade of amber, seemed to gleam with a fierce determination and cunning intelligence. Her facial features were sharp, with high cheekbones and pointed ears that twitched with alertness. She often kept her scrappy, Orange-Red hair pulled back into a practical ponytail, ensuring it wouldn't hinder her vision during combat.

Attire: Zazra's choice of attire reflected her nomadic lifestyle and need for mobility in battle. She wore a mix of rugged leather armor and woven fabrics, all carefully designed for agility and flexibility. She favored dark or earthy tones that allowed her to blend into the shadows, using her surroundings to her advantage in her stealthy attacks. Her armor bore various engravings, representing her victories in battles, and small trinkets she collected as souvenirs from her adventures adorned her outfit.

Around her waist, she carried a belt adorned with pouches and sheaths that held her tools of choice— a pair of finely crafted, gleaming handaxes. The handaxes were her most prized possessions, their sharp edges expertly maintained. Each handaxe was carefully balanced for her dual-wielding style, and the grips were wrapped in well-worn leather, molded perfectly to her hands.

## == Personality ==

Fierce, Proud and cunning willing to fight any fight that she has a chance of winning even if she has to use underhanded methods.

## == Aspirations ==

To build an Elite Goblin Mercenary group that is known far and wide.