Appearance:

Zarrad is a short and stout dwarf with a long, braided beard and a bald head. His face is lined with wrinkles, but his green eyes still sparkle with youth and vitality. He wears a well-worn leather vest over a simple tunic, and carries a lute on his back.

Interaction:

Zarrad is the town bard, but unlike most bards, he is very reserved and guarded. He does not share much about himself and his past, but he is always respectful and kind to those who approach him. He longs for companionship and may open up to the party if they show genuine interest in his music and stories. However, he may also become defensive if the party asks too many personal questions.

Background:

Zarrad grew up in a small dwarven community in the mountains, where he was trained as a bard by his mother, a renowned musician. However, tragedy struck when a dragon attacked the community, killing his mother and destroying his home. Zarrad was the only survivor, and he roamed the land aimlessly before settling in this town. He uses his music to ease his pain and loneliness, but he always feels like an outsider among the humans in the town.

Combat / Skills:

Zarrad is a pacifist and will avoid combat whenever possible. However, if forced to fight, he will use his bardic abilities to support his allies and debilitate his enemies. He can cast spells such as Vicious Mockery and Cure Wounds, but he also carries a dagger for self-defense.

Equipment:

Zarrad carries a lute, a dagger, and a small bag of gold coins. He also wears a ring of protection, given to him by his mother.