George "The Ironhoof" Tarnen
Overview
| Name | George “The Ironhoof” Tarnen |
|---|---|
| Race | Human |
| Occupation | Caravan Master |
| Location | Middleton |
| Affiliation | Independent Caravan Companies |
| Alignment | Neutral Good |
George “The Ironhoof” Tarnen is Middleton’s most respected caravan master, known for his booming voice, iron nerves, and heavily armored warhorse. His caravans are considered among the safest and most reliable routes through the region.
George deals fairly with merchants, guards, adventurers, and drovers alike, but his temper flares dangerously when anyone threatens his people, horses, or cargo.
Personality
George is loud, practical, generous, and stubborn. He believes a caravan is a moving village and that a caravan master is responsible for every soul under his protection.
Role in Campaigns
* Hires adventurers as escorts for dangerous routes.
* Knows road conditions, bandit patterns, monster migrations, and caravan gossip.
* Can move people or goods discreetly.
* May ask for help when one of his caravans goes missing.
Quote
“A road’s only safe after someone stubborn enough walks it first.”