Jean; The Last Paladin

Jean des Ordente (a.k.a. "The Paladin of the Inn")

The Paladin was well known for his quick thinking and extroverted nature. Guided by his intuition and private perception on the world around him. He was a calculating warrior and a master of misdirection, one of the best of the Order of the Golden Star. His non-traditional methods in battle against the Drow caused division within the Order, though the results spoke for themselves. Unlike the others who would charge recklessly into battle, leading vanguards of commoners into the frenzy, Jean was far more reserved. He incorporated shifting shield walls, in order to lure his enemies and crush them.

Those days are over. The paladin no longer commands, but fights through passionate words and through intimidation. Though the Drow no longer threaten the surface world, at least where he is, he continues to stand for the little folk. His moods are wild, and unpredictable though carefully hidden behind a mask of jovial laughter.

Physical Description

General Physical Condition

Jean stands taller than the average person, with broad shoulders.

Body Features

Standing just over six foot, the paladin has an intimidating aura. To combat this, the paladin is often seen in a state of being reclined, in an attempt to put others at east. The paladin is quite hairy.

Facial Features

A large beard and a small nose. The paladin puts on airs of humor and friendliness, often sitting with a smile and a far off look in his eye.

Physical quirks

When laughing, the paladin keeps his eyes nearly shut, and pulls into himself. When angry, his face contorts with pure hatred.

Special abilities

The ability to turn into a bear at will.
Able to convince, and argue with others until they see his way.

Apparel & Accessories

The paladin wears a breastplate depicting a single gauntlet on a blue background. The paladin wears chain mail and has a nasal helm with a large, milky white plume on the top. His cloak is well maintained.

Specialized Equipment

The Teachings of the Word, a copy of the holy book of his order is kept with him at all times.
Five Javelins engraved with runes of holy lightning.
A spear, his signature weapon.
A sword, with a broken hilt. A keepsake of his fallen companion.
A shield, stained with the blood of the enemies.

Mental characteristics

Personal history

Born to a farmer, the firstborn son. Destined, or so it had seemed, to live a simple life. This changed when the land became desperate for heroes, adventurers to help withhold the newly formed openings into the Underdark, and he felt a burning call to be a paladin. Leaving his home behind, he joined the Knights of the Golden Star. This group of strangers and misfits aided in guarding small villages and towns from the Drow, while the larger Orders worked on cutting off the Underdark once more.
Defending the small village of Monteux, the paladins were deceived by the Drow. For the villagers were promised the wealth of the Under Empire, and the blessings of their dark goddess. As the paladins led the villagers against the Drow, the villagers struck their would be saviors a terrible blow. Outnumbered and betrayed, Jean discovered his latent Druidic capabilities; turning into a large bear and decimating throngs of enemies surrounding him. The sole survivor of a battle lost, Jean was forced to flee the area.
Wandering from town to town in a state of disbelief and confusion, the paladin became weary and discouraged. It wasn't until the paladin stumbled across the Dancing Dog during his walk that things had changed. Going in for water, he soon befriended the the owner and her daughters. Victims of the war, the paladin agreed to aid in building the inn, and protected it from outside threats and rowdy customers. Years have passed, and Jean remains with the Dancing Dog, often getting called the Paladin of the Inn.

Education

His youthful education was on the farmlands, though his official learning was done in town, twice a week while his father went to buy and sell. He gained insight to the larger world during his time serving as a paladin.

Failures & Embarrassments

Defending the small village of Monteux, the paladins were deceived by the Drow. For the villagers were promised the wealth of the Under Empire, and the blessings of their dark goddess. As the paladins led the villagers against the Drow, the villagers struck their would be saviors a terrible blow. Outnumbered and betrayed, Jean discovered his latent Druidic capabilities; turning into a large bear and decimating throngs of enemies surrounding him. The sole survivor of a battle lost, Jean was forced to flee the area.

Social

Hobbies & Pets

A patron of the Dancing Dog, owns one of the dogs that plays in the Inn. On quiet nights he can be seen by candlelight, painting or carving wood.

Speech

His voice is slow, with frequent breaks to think. He can be indirect at times.

Wealth & Financial state

A paladin of little fame, a lot of his wealth and assets were used for supporting the community.

Alignment

Neutral Good

Current Status

Guarding a small roadside inn.

Honorary & Occupational Titles

"The Mediator" "The Diplomat" "The Bear"

Age

27

Current Residence

The Dancing Dog Inn

Pronouns

He/him

Sex

Male

Gender

Man

Eyes

Dark blue

Hair

Dark brown, styled into a mullet. Medium length

Skin Tone/Pigmentation

White,

Height

6'1

Known Languages

The common tongue, and a little undercommon.