Xaín Silversmoke

Xaín is a half-elf fighter and brother to Isen Silversmoke.

## Biography

The eldest son of Auria Silversmoke—an elven master smith, and Sergeant Olyn Gwynnem—a human career soldier, Xaín comes honestly by his martial ability and his love of fine weaponry. His flair for the dramatic has served him well as a pit fighter and gladiator alongside

his friends Donal and Gargal, but his brother, Isen, and he have also engaged in several profitable ventures as mercenaries. Xaín and Isen's mother perished in a raid before Xaín reached adulthood, and their father provided for them with his soldier's earnings. Their father was known to have fought alongside members of the Harpers, and often spoke with respect of their skill and nobility.

Xaín's personal goal is to retrieve his heirloom blade. An orc warlord named Urrtz Groncheater robbed him of his prized artisan forged kukri, which was the last gift given to Xaín by his mother before her death. Xaín has received word that ex-Harper Locke Farguard may have a lead on Urrtz's current whereabouts.

Xaín is also on a constant search for greater fame and fortune, both for himself and for his family and friends. He relished the idea of fair maidens swooning at the mere mention of his name.

Xaín follows his whims, holding the personal freedom of his friends and himself above all else.

## Personality

Xaín knows a story relevant to almost every situation. He changes his mood or his mind on a whim, and is eager to be the center of attention.

Xaín represents the ideal of creativity. He feels that the world is in need of new ideas and bold action, and that beauty and drama should be imbued into each action, from the stroke of a brush, to the swing of a blade.

Xaín's most significant flaw is his vanity, which often makes him shortsighted. He is a sucker for a pretty face. He has trouble keeping his true feelings hidden, and his sharp tongue frequently lands him in trouble.

## Relationships

Xaín's innate charisma allows for him to make friends quickly, but his impulsive nature means those friendships are often short-lived. Though Isen and he are tied by blood and have enjoyed a successful partnership in recent years, the younger Silversmoke's secretive nature keeps Xaín from feeling that he can wholly trust his brother, and Xaín grows ever more suspicious that Isen will not discuss their parents' mysterious fates.

Xaín has enjoyed his time spent with the other members of the adventuring party. Atticus Teafeather's shady family history is fascinating to Xaín, and the he frequently finds himself in awe of the halfling's martial talents. The complex nature of Thea Elandon's relationship with the orphaned half-orc Gell has left Xaín unsure of his standing with the pair. Xaín found a brother in arms in Gell, though the half-elf's sense of humor often seems at odds with the dour half-orc's more serious sensibilities. Thea's studious personality and devotion to her religion was not always comfortable for Xaín, though he valued her camaraderie, and is resentful of the forces that caused her disappearance.

## Abilities

Xaín is a champion duelist with exceptional stamina.

## Gear and Items

* Sapphire Blaze (+1 magic longsword with +1d6 fire damage)
* Silversong (heirloom kukri)
* Hatchet of Returning (+1)
* Bartleby's Balista Bow (+1)
* Chainbreaker (+1 magic mace)
* Magic Leather Armor (+1)
* Magic Steel Shield (+2)
* Dagger of Animation (+1)
* Folding Boat
* Gargoyle genitals
* Chaos Stone
* Dragonkin Helmet