Ordin Nurduum

Ordin Nurduum
Homeland	Glitterdelve, Deep Realm
Gender	Male
Race	Shield Dwarf
Age	64
Class	Fighter
Deity	Moradin
Alignment	Lawful Neutral

Historical Background:

Mightiest of all the dwarven realms, the Great Rift has endured unconquered for many ages. The Rift is but part of the Gold Dwarf holdings, which extend many miles under the surrounding lands. Mainly to the North and East, this extended kingdom is known as the Deep Realm.

The Gold Dwarves have yet escaped the doom wrought upon so many of the old realms. They lack the arrogance (and arcane strength) that lead to the fall of Netheril. And they never spread their strength so thin in the manner of the Shield Dwarves of the North, remaining close to their fastnesses and one another.

But, unchallenged by serious threat for many years, they have become aloof and over-prideful. Their military remains strong, and the fortresses well-guarded. But within