Dun

Dun spent many years as a long-term mercenary in the service of a Dwarven clan. What began as a simple contract became a lasting relationship, and Dun fought alongside the Dwarves through countless battles, defending their people, settlements, and interests.

Years of warfare exposed Dun to some of the worst horrors imaginable. He witnessed men torn apart, watched comrades die around him, and learned firsthand how quickly a battlefield can turn into a slaughterhouse. Over time, the constant violence hardened him. Dun became stoic and rarely speaks unless spoken to, preferring to let his actions speak for him.

Dun eventually became a battlefield healer out of necessity. In the chaos of war, there was often nobody else to keep the wounded alive. He learned to treat horrific injuries while arrows flew and blades clashed, becoming just as valuable at keeping his companions alive as he was at fighting beside them.

His years among the Dwarves also taught him their language and customs. Though he was hired as a mercenary, Dun came to see many of the Dwarves he served alongside as family. He formed strong bonds with those who fought beside him, and once he considers someone a companion, he will go to great lengths to protect them.

Dun has since returned to working as a hired mercenary, taking contracts wherever his skills are needed. He may fight for coin, but he does not treat his companions as disposable. The one thing Dun struggles with is asking for help himself. He is accustomed to being the one others depend upon and would rather endure a wound in silence than admit he cannot handle something alone.

Ability Scores: +2 Constitution
+1 Intelligence

Constitution, Intelligence, Strength. Dun's years as a mercenary have hardened his body and mind. Dun had to teach himself how to survive the chaos of battle. His battlefield experience has given him extensive knowledge of anatomy, wounds, tactics, and the practical realities of keeping people alive under fire.

Feat: Healer. Dun has spent years treating the wounded in the middle of battle. He knows how to stabilize dying companions, patch severe wounds, and get someone back on their feet long enough to survive the fight.

Skill Proficiencies: Medicine, Athletics, Insight

Tool Proficiencies: Herbalism Kit, Healer's Kit

Languages: Dun spent many years employed by a Dwarven clan and learned Dwarvish during his service.

Equipment: A heavy warhammer, an herbalism kit, worn clothes, a bedroll, a waterskin, dwarven forged gauntlets and helmet, a 4 pouch utility belt, and 10 silver

Dun also carries several small tokens taken from fallen comrades and former companions. He rarely speaks about where they came from. Each one represents someone he was unable to save

Spell List

Dun's limited magic comes from years of battlefield experience and a practical understanding of keeping soldiers alive. His magic is not flashy or ceremonial—it is another tool for protecting his companions and surviving the chaos of battle.

Spell Level	Spells
Cantrip	spare the dying
1st	cure wounds, shield of faith

Dun's magic is primarily defensive and restorative. He uses it to stabilize the dying, mend wounds, and protect those fighting beside him. His spells often manifest as subtle Dwarven runes or protective markings across his shell and armor rather than elaborate displays of magic.

Spare the Dying represents Dun's refusal to let a fallen companion die when he can still intervene.

Cure Wounds reflects the battlefield medicine he learned through years of war.

Shield of Faith reinforces his role as a protector, forming a faint protective ward over himself or an ally—often appearing as a glowing Dwarven rune etched across Dun's shell.

Suggested Characteristics

Dun's years as a mercenary and battlefield healer shaped him into a quiet, stoic, and disciplined warrior. He rarely speaks unless spoken to and prefers to let his actions speak for him. His experiences have given him a grim understanding of life and death, while his time among the Dwarves taught him loyalty, endurance, and the importance of standing beside those who depend on him. His characteristics should reflect a hardened veteran who has seen terrible things but still refuses to abandon his companions.

d1	Personality Trait
1	I rarely speak unless spoken to. I have learned that actions are worth more than words.

d1	Ideal
1	Duty. A contract may be paid in gold, but a life saved to me is worth far more.

d1	Flaw
1	I will endure almost anything before admitting that I need help.