The Ranger

Misha Medvedev

Mental characteristics

Personal history

An elder son of an exiled noble. His father, Mikhail, was once a respected Berserker of Rashemen, lording over lands which he proudly protected. Well established, it came as a shock for his kin when he gave in to his battlerage and slaughtered just as many of his own as the enemy. Given a blunt blade and told to lead from the frontlines in the next battle, he chose the coward's path and slipped away in the night with his child and wife. In retaliation the people pleaded to a wychlaran witch, who cursed him with a vile curse, making him a werebear, now to be hunted by the people of his hold. Despite their efforts, he slipped away, abondoning his country. Having lived in exile, he never let go of the arrogance and brought became a cruel and fearsome warrior on his journeys, turning to banditry and violence. His wife bore seven children with him. Of these, the youngest was Misha. Having tired of her husband's cruelty, Nastanya left as soon she was able after her seventh child was born. In young life Misha lived with the Gur people, who accepted his mother. He learned their ways, and his mother taught him of the value's of the Rashemen people, especially loyalty and honoring the spirits. He gained an adoptive father, Valentyn, who he came to love dearly. Due to a fell disease, Valentyn died near Misha's 16th year. In grief, his mother's lycantrophy took overhand, and she shredded three of the tribe. In grief it was decided that she must either be exiled or executed. Misha, in despair, sought thirty days to find a solution. Unable to afford a magical amulet that would hinder the lycantriphy of his mother, he swore his life to service to the River Mackrells. They were a mercenary company whose recruiter pitied Misha, and offered him a contract of 10 years, and they would pay for the amulet. 16 years later Misha still serve the River Mackrells, mostly doing small jobs around Baldurs Gate.

Education

As a child of the Gur he was trained in weapons and survival, becoming a hunter. His large bulk made him unable to truly become an adept trapper, but he served them well. With the River Mackrells he studied under the warrior Günther, who showed him how to fight properly as a warrior. He spent years devoting himself to the teachings of Khelliara. In this he grew as a Ranger, and came into touch with three spirit animals that would answer his beck and call.

Employment

He is a mercenary, working for the River Mackrells, mostly doing solo tasks or light guard-work.

Social

Contacts & Relations

His mother Nastasya, an old werebear lady who reside with a traveling group of Gur. The River Mackrells, to which he belongs. He has a good relation with most of those serving it, especially Clondarr Thunderbrew (dwarf wizard), Günther (Human fighter), Frum (Dwarf Monk), Kïrgrim (High Elf ranger), Korra (Half-dwarf rogue).

Religious Views

In the years spent away from the Gur and his mother, Misha has spent much time trying to reconnect with his roots, both as a Gur and a Rashemi, especially the religion of The Three; Bhalla (Chauntea), She Who Guides (Selune) and Khelliara (Miellikki). From Bhalla he prays for protection for his mother, from Selune he prays that his soul be saved from his father’s curse, and from Khelliara he has sought connection with beast spirits, honored creatures in Rashemi culture. He has been so lucky as to bond with three of them, and now they come to his call. Urskin the Bear, Akki the Osprey, and Merle the Seal.

Social Aptitude

A frindly spirit, he might be out of his debts in fine company, but he does not back down from it.

Hobbies & Pets

As a part of exploring spirituality and his ancestry, he has taken to communing with animal spirits, binding three to aid him. A Bear, Eagle and Seal spirit.(Urskin, Akki and Merle)

Wealth & Financial state

He lives paycheck to paycheck, still paying off a massive debt to the River Mackrells.

A burly northern warrior, whose imposing figure belies his warm and welcoming countenance.

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Alignment

Neutral Good

Honorary & Occupational Titles

'Little Bear', among the Gur and in the River Mackrells.

Age

32

Birthplace

The North.

Gender

M

Eyes

Deep brown

Hair

Auburn

Skin Tone/Pigmentation

Light tan

Height

180cm