Elik'r Stormswallow

Player: Kieran | Status: Active
Race: Gold Dragonborn | Class: Paladin of Vengeance | Level: 6
Tags: #pc #party-member #tank #bane-watcher #spirit-guide #cursed #traumatized #prophecy-connected #marked-for-death #tournament-competitor

Stats

HP: Unknown | AC: Unknown | Speed: 30ft

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Physical Description

17 years old gold dragonborn, 6'8" tall, 301 lbs. Gold scales, imposing draconic presence. Wears chain mail armour.

Background

Young gold dragonborn Paladin of Vengeance. Has spirit guide Steve (only he can see/hear normally). Carries guilt over Guy (Elik'r's Squire)'s death (killed Session 22) and Elvva Beltavar's death (forced to kill her in vision, Session 23). Cape famously caught fire during Belendar parade.

Mysterious Connections:

Ancient petrified Purple Dragonborn called out his name specifically: "RELEASE ME, RELEASE ME, ELIK'R STORMSWALLOW!"
Connected to Ser Alvar Flowers (unknown nature of relationship)

Military Rank: General of the Right (Session 26 - appointed by Crown Princess Eilrora Everglade)

Equipment

Weapons

Greataxe (2H) - 1d12 slashing
Longsword (1H) - 1d8 slashing (versatile 1d10) - Can be enhanced with dragon breath skill to add fire damage

Armour

Chain mail

Magic Items

Mini Steve (Session 31) - Painted rock with face, physical gift from Co'narr 'Banewatcher' Hyborian before departing for Nolunia, permanent backpack companion representing spirit guide
Massive iridescent scale from unknown sea beast (looted from Ser Balthazar Thornwood)
Ornate golden sash (Session 26 - symbolic item from Princess, marks military rank)

Other Gear

Standard adventuring equipment

Property

Stormhold Keep - Co-ownership with party (Session 26 - official deed ratified)
Treasury Access - War chest authorization for northern campaign expenses (Session 26)

Key Relationships

Party Members

Leader: Ser Tessell Highfrost (Ser Tessell, General of the Left)
Guilt connection: Elvva Beltavar (Session 22 - failed to save her during Belendar ambush leading to her death, Session 30 - she forgave him genuinely calling it "not your fault anymore," he accepted but still feels responsible "factually incorrect," relationship healing but self-forgiveness remains impossible, curse triggers when harming her)
Fellow party members: Lady Odonia of Galantri (Lady of Sylobelle, General of the North - his overall commander), ToooAh (Chariot General)
Military Command Structure: General of the Right under Lady Odonia of Galantri's overall command

NPCs

Spirit guide: Steve - Session 31: Co'narr 'Banewatcher' Hyborian revealed dream vision was his Bane Watcher training, explaining Steve's voice. Gifted physical Mini Steve before departing for Nolunia.
Squire: Ser Garet of the Wildlands
Deceased Squire: Guy (Elik'r's Squire) (killed Session 22) - sent 50 gold to family Session 26
Mentor/Patron: Ser Alvar Flowers (mysterious connection - nature unknown)
Called by: Purple Dragonborn (ancient petrified dragonborn knows his name)
Married to: Co'narr 'Banewatcher' Hyborian (during magic 'alternative reality' caused by Fizwidget Spindleflash)
Strategic advisor: Eldrin Oakenhart

Cursed Ring Incident

Put on cursed lover's ring with Ser Tessell Highfrost, created psychic/physical link
Damage to one affected the other (shared HP loss)
Only way to remove: Kiss each other
Sneaked away from palace party to remove rings privately
Gave his ring to Ser Anfalen (who rejected it with disdain)

Character Development

Major Moments

Session 18 - 2 November 2024 - Survived Bane Watcher initiation (Natural 20 on Con save, slept 20 hours). Co'narr 'Banewatcher' Hyborian drew tic-tac-toe on his face. Saw Purple Dragonborn calling his name in vision.
Session 19 - 16 November 2024 - Completed Tournament of Wits and Wisdom second overall (first among party). Failed deception attempt to trick Co'narr 'Banewatcher' Hyborian about drinking (rolled Natural 1).
Session 22 - 15 March 2025: Guy (Elik'r's Squire) killed in town square ambush - defining trauma, carries guilt
Session 23 - 6 April 2025: Forced by Bane possession to plunge longsword into Elvva Beltavar's heart in ethereal vision (15 psychic damage from trauma). Her last words "This is your fault" now echo in his own voice constantly. Permanent psychological curse.
Session 25 - 14 June 2025 - Flame breath killed approximately 25 soldiers (roughly half allied, half enemy) on palace ramparts after party failed to coordinate evacuation warning. Major friendly fire incident with significant casualties. Demonstrates ongoing burden of power and destruction in service of protection.
Session 26 - 16 July 2025: Appointed General of the Right. Sent 50 gold to Guy (Elik'r's Squire)'s family through Eldrin Oakenhart for funeral costs and family support - quiet act of grief and responsibility. Hunted wild boar with Co'narr 'Banewatcher' Hyborian while both singing (magical cake effect), woke to raw meat on table with no memory of kill.
Session 28 - 6 September 2025 - Cape caught fire during Belendar parade
Session 30 - 28 September 2025: During Khorrak combat, cast Fire Bolt rolling Natural 1 (critical miss) hitting rock that splashed Elvva (3 fire damage). Curse immediately triggered with voice: "Ah, it's my fault again!" causing severe headache and 3 psychic damage. Demonstrates curse actively dangerous in combat when accidentally harming Elvva. Wasted Channel Divinity (Abjure Enemy) on Khorrak who was immune to frightened condition. Received genuine forgiveness from Elvva during dragon riddle solution - she said "It's not your fault anymore. I no longer blame you for my death." Accepted forgiveness but acknowledged as "factually incorrect" - still feels responsible despite her absolution. Major relationship milestone but demonstrates inability to forgive self. LEVELLED TO 6 at session end.
Session 31 - 18 October 2025: Co'narr 'Banewatcher' Hyborian revealed dream was intentional training. Received Mini Steve gift. Cleared Seraphine, defeated Earthbound Dire Wolf.

Character Arc

Young paladin discovering mysterious connections to ancient past. Why does the Purple Dragonborn know his name? Carries heavy guilt about Guy (Elik'r's Squire)'s death and Elvva Beltavar's forced killing. Growing as warrior and leader despite psychological burden. Appointed General of the Right Session 26 - significant military responsibility at age 17.

Skills & Abilities

Paladin of Vengeance abilities
Gold dragonborn breath weapon (fire)
Spirit guide Steve provides guidance (exact mechanics unclear)
Strong problem-solver (tournament performance)
Pattern recognition skills
Military command (General of the Right, commands 420 footmen)

Tournament Performance

Session 19 - Tournament of Wits and Wisdom:

Completed successfully - Second overall, first party member
Exceptional performance with minimal damage
Strong pattern recognition, especially letter-based riddles:
- Room 1: "Echo" - solved quickly
- Room 2: "Iron/metal" - solved quickly
- Room 3: "Realisation" - solved successfully
- Room 4: "Letter W" - recognized pattern
- Room 5: "Letter S" - solved confidently
Strong contender for overall tournament victory

Failed Deception Moment:

Tried to convince Co'narr 'Banewatcher' Hyborian he'd drunk all the ale
Rolled Natural 1 on Deception
Co'narr 'Banewatcher' Hyborian immediately saw through it (tankards were full)
Co'narr 'Banewatcher' Hyborian roared with laughter

Bane Watcher Status

Initiation: Session 18 - 2 November 2024

Constitution Save: Natural 20 (survived easily)
Unconscious Duration: 20 hours (longest sleep)
Bane Sense: Can sense The Bane's presence (currently unfocused)
Shared Vision: Saw Purple Dragonborn calling his name specifically

Military Command (Session 26)

Rank: General of the Right
Title: General of the Right, Marshal of the North
Command Structure: Reports to Lady Odonia of Galantri (General of the North)
Forces: 420 Footmen (generic infantry, can be trained/specialized into pikemen, swordsmen, etc.)
Mission: Rally northern territories for Crown Princess Eilrora Everglade, secure eastern border, eliminate rebels
Resources: War chest access (treasury authorization for campaign expenses)

Psychological Burden

Permanent Curse (Session 23):

Own voice constantly repeating: "It's your fault"
Triggered by forcing longsword into Elvva Beltavar's heart during Bane vision
Session 30: Curse triggered mid-combat - Friendly fire (Natural 1 Fire Bolt) hit Elvva causing voice activation: "Ah, it's my fault again!" with severe headache and 3 psychic damage
Demonstrates curse active and dangerous during combat situations
Pattern: Triggers specifically when harming Elvva (connected to original trauma)
Ongoing psychological condition affecting all decisions
Connected to guilt over Guy (Elik'r's Squire)'s death

Guilt Factors:

Guy (Elik'r's Squire) killed while under his protection (Session 22)
Forced to kill Elvva Beltavar in vision (Session 23)
~25 allied soldiers killed by flame breath friendly fire (Session 25)
Heavy burden for 17-year-old paladin

Responsibility Actions:

Sent 50 gold to Guy (Elik'r's Squire)'s family (Session 26) - demonstrates accountability and grief
Continues fighting despite psychological trauma
Accepts military command despite age and burden

Notes

Only 17 years old (very young for such responsibility)
Spirit guide Steve (mystery: is it just a rock?)
Cape fire incident during parade (comedic moment)
Natural 1 deception vs Co'narr 'Banewatcher' Hyborian (memorable failure)
Ancient connection to Purple Dragonborn (major mystery)
Connection to Ser Alvar Flowers (nature unknown)
Former cursed ring link to Ser Tessell Highfrost
Major friendly fire incident (Session 25) - flame breath killed ~25 allied soldiers alongside enemies
Session 26: Showed quiet grief and responsibility sending gold to Guy (Elik'r's Squire)'s family
Hunted boar while singing with Co'narr 'Banewatcher' Hyborian (Session 26 feast)
Session 29: Unique ability to communicate with Steve in supernatural realms (tactical advantage)
Session 30: Curse triggered in combat (friendly fire on Elvva), received genuine forgiveness but cannot forgive self, wasted Channel Divinity learning Khorrak's immunities

Currency

-50 gold (Session 26 - sent to Guy (Elik'r's Squire)'s family for funeral/support)

Quests - Active#Escape Shared Dream Vision - Trapped in temple (Session 28)
Quests - Mysteries#Purple Dragonborn Mystery - Ancient dragonborn calls his name
Quests - Mysteries#Elincia's Triple Identity - Connection to Ser Alvar Flowers unclear
Quests - Active#Rally the North - General of the Right, Marshal of the North
Quests - Active#Secure Eastern Border - Military commission
Quests - Active#The Bane - Bane Watcher, psychological curse from forced killing