Rampart
Rampart is a fighter of The Black Veil. He is described as an opportunist, a seasoned warrior and vicious.1
From bandit to killer
Rampart began his life of violence as a bandit. His raids went well, but in time he realised that his martial skill could win him more. He left his band to work as a hired killer in the city of Vansreik, and survived there for a while.1
The Black Veil
When the Veil learned he was in the city, Alana approached him to recruit him into the guild. Understanding that this was not truly an offer, Rampart had no choice but to accept. In the guild he at first struggled to match the skill of those around him, but fear for his life drove him to train, and he is now a skilled member of the Veil, slowly climbing its ranks.1
He favours killing travellers on the road and knows every caravan route in the Westreach. He can be found in the Lair of Zherkses or in the city of Vansreik.1
In battle
Rampart is highly skilled with the longsword and in the art of poisoning, coating his blade with rare snake venoms. Meticulous by nature, he values thorough preparation and often brings potions, poisons and several weapons on a mission, among them an old, rusty pepperbox kept as a last resort. His aggressive style lets him cut through enemy front lines to reach his targets quickly. He strongly dislikes facing spellcasters, fearing the uncertainty of their skill and his own lack of arcane knowledge.1
Notes
- ↑BookMercenary Compendium, p. 121
Sources
This article draws on:
- MCMercenary Compendium(Bad Badger Games, 2024), p. 121
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