Mercenary that grew up poor on the streets of Schleswig

As a young man Russel found himself on the streets begging, pleading and stealing. With both parents being peasants that had a strong taste for alcohol, he learned very quickly what it takes to survive in and unforgiving world. Soon enough though he developed the ability to impose himself and bend the will of people around him through intimidation. With a keen eye and a sharp mind, he learned the ways of martial combat and now he looks to use that for much more than standard retainer and mercenary work. He aims for gold, power and a better life that what he started with.