Cruchaak

Biography

Cruchaak is the youngest and newest member of the famed Platinum Guard, yet he carries himself with the quiet confidence of a veteran. An Aarakocra born among wind-blasted peaks far from civilization, Cruchaak grew up with a bow in hand and the horizon always in view. His skill as a ranger was evident early on—his aim unshakable, his instincts razor-sharp.
Word of his talents spread quickly. By the time he was old enough to fly solo missions, Cruchaak was already in high demand across the borderlands as a scout, monster tracker, and sniper-for-hire. But it was never coin that drove him—it was the search for purpose. That search led him to the Platinum Guard, and though he spoke little during their first meeting, his actions did the talking. A single, impossible shot during a skirmish sealed the deal—he was in.
Now a vital part of the team, Cruchaak serves as their eye in the sky, a silent shadow overhead, and their deadliest ranged combatant. Where others hesitate, Cruchaak commits. He may not speak often, but when he does, his words land like his arrows—precise and without wasted motion.

Personality

Cruchaak is a creature of focus and few words. He speaks only when necessary and often lets the wind or silence fill the space where others might ramble. Though he may seem distant, the truth is that Cruchaak simply doesn't believe in wasting breath—he communicates best through action.
That said, he’s not cold. There’s a quiet loyalty that binds him to his companions, and when someone gains his trust, they have it for life. Cruchaak holds a powerful sense of resolve—once a task is begun, he sees it through, no matter the cost. He hates leaving things unfinished, and quitting is simply not in his nature.
Despite his youth, Cruchaak carries a maturity born of long, lonely travels and dangerous hunts. In many ways, he is still learning how to be part of a team, but his commitment is unquestionable.

Rumors & Secrets

Though Cruchaak has never spoken of his past in detail, some members of the Guard have caught glimpses of something deeper behind his stoic gaze. Whispers among allies and enemies alike suggest that Cruchaak’s reason for joining the Guard wasn’t just the thrill of the hunt—it was personal.
Some say he’s looking for his father, a once-great ranger who vanished years ago on a cursed expedition into Mordonia’s forgotten wilds. Others believe Cruchaak is chasing a shadow—someone who trained him in secret and disappeared before he ever knew their name.
Whether truth or rumor, Cruchaak has never confirmed anything. But he always seems most interested when missions involve old maps, lost trails, or rumors of wanderers long gone.

Physical Features

Cruchaak is a striking figure in flight—his broad, silver-grey wings casting an imposing silhouette against the sun. His beak is sharp and curved, his eyes constantly scanning for movement. His talons are powerful, and his every motion is honed for speed and silence.
He wears lightweight, functional armor suited for high-speed aerial combat—equipped with potion vials, rations, and tools strapped tightly to avoid drag. His custom-crafted longbow is always within reach, a tool he wields with terrifying precision. Cruchaak rarely lands unless necessary; the sky is his domain, and he dominates it like a god of wind and feathers.

Special Abilities

Cruchaak is a prodigy of archery, able to strike a fleeing target through dense forest or loose a volley mid-flight with zero hesitation. His wings give him an overwhelming advantage in combat mobility, allowing him to reposition, scout, and strike from angles most foes can't defend against.
As a ranger, his survival skills are unparalleled—he can track creatures across days-old trails, identify magical corruption in a leaf, or set snares that even veteran hunters miss. He’s also a deadly saboteur, capable of striking from afar and vanishing before anyone knows where the shot came from.
Though he doesn't claim leadership, when Cruchaak takes to the skies, the rest of the Guard knows one thing for certain: whatever he's after, it's already in his sights.

Current Location

Hearthaven