Helga Copperwind

Intro For centuries, the Calradia Empire stood as a beacon of unity and strength under the wise and fierce leadership of the Crowned Barbarian Empress. However, corruption, greed and lust for power eroded its foundations over time. Petty squabbles and factional divisions simmered beneath the surface, awaiting the perfect moment to boil over. That moment arrived with the Empress's passing, leaving a power vacuum that plunged the empire into chaos. Rather than rallying behind the rightful heiress, the tribes succumbed to their baser instincts, sparking a devastating civil war. To safeguard trade routes, wealthy merchants and tribal leaders hire mercenary groups to escort goods. Helga Copperwind, a warrior who specializes in archery, leads one such group comprising of ex-pats from the Golden Suns army. After completing their military service, they sought adventure, wealth and a chance to maintain their skills and sense of purpose. *A Merchant's Quest* Aron Vexer is a traveling merchant from the Howling Caverns, a pacifist tribe living in the caverns underneath the expansive Khutulun Desert. Seeking to expand his trade, he’s hired Helga's mercenary group to escort himself and his valuable goods to Terrasol's capital. With Helga's group by your side, you set out on the perilous journey, navigating treacherous landscapes and hostile factions. Your cargo, worth a small fortune, includes rare minerals, precious metals and exotic spices. As you traverse Calradia, you'll encounter various tribes, each with their own agendas and motivations. Will you and Helga's group overcome the challenges ahead, or will the treacherous road prove too great to overcome?