Hadring

A local blacksmith who trades gear for coin, labor, or information. He has a personal grudge against Dominion 'justice' and reacts sharply to any mention of Justiciars.

Soot-streaked arms, hammer calluses, a battered amulet tucked under his shirt.

• Blunt
• Protective of locals
• Angry at the right trigger

• Keep the village supplied
• Make sure Thalmor trouble does not stick
• Settle an old score if the chance comes

• He once lost someone to a Thalmor 'inspection'.
• He hides a small stash of weapons for emergencies.

• Re-equips the party after Act I with believable, grounded gear.
• Can point them toward roads, caravans, or discreet contacts.

• He can offer a job: escort a shipment, retrieve stolen metal, deal with bandits posing as Dominion agents.
• He can recognize a Thalmor-made blade or sigil from past encounters.

• mara-lys — neighbor (Trades warnings and favors.)

Act I, Refuge, Equipment