Orsin Firith

Baron Orsin Firith

Kobing keep was built by Aidrik IV in 428, replacing an ancient stone tower of Khuzan origin. Clan Firith acquired the keep and barony in 441. The Firiths held land in the area before Lothrim’s time and claim the oldest noble bloodline in Kaldor. They like to call themselves Barons of Kobe.
The Kobing region is known for its numerous barrows, although most are hard to distinguish from natural hills. The Melderyni mage Genin arrived at Kobing around 579 to study the barrows. Genin remained in Kobing for some years and also launched several expeditions in search of Khuzan and Sindarin ruins.
Baron Orsin Firith acquired his title in 715. His father, Sir Jerin Firith, married Princess Lenera Elendsa in 672. The energetic and ambitious Orsin has a claim to the throne.
Sir Orsin is Lord Marshal of Oselmarch and commands some of Kaldor’s best-trained soldiers to secure the southern frontier against the Pagaelin. The baron is an accomplished warrior and a brilliant leader. He lost an eye fighting the Pagaelin in 718 and enjoys the loyalty of his men.
Baron Orsin has twice petitioned the king to establish a keep at Oselbridge. Both petitions have been denied. The baron suspects the Mangai is responsible for the king’s reaction. The Mercantylers’ Guild, which has a seasonal trading post at Oselbridge, has its own ambitions and has already begun construction of a fortified manor like Trobridge Inn.
The baron has increased aggressive patrols seeking to provoke the Pagaelin. A larger conflict would increase the likelihood of him receiving a crenellation license for Oselbridge. Acquiring the dormant title of “Earl of Chybisa” is another of his lofty goals.
Rank: Baron