Dietrich is a Waldenian man, the son of a small farmer. Growing up Dietrich performed lots of labor on the farm as the only child of his father. This led to from a young age to an ability to perform lots of labour and endure relative hardship, as his father’s farm was small, barely able to sustain himself and his son. His mother died shortly after childbirth due to illness, leaving his father devastated and grim. His father’s mission became one of protection to his son, displaying fierce loyalty and near foolish levels of fearlessness when it came to dealing with those who might threaten what little he had left. This became something Dietrich took the heart, and would stick with him for the rest of his childhood. After the Scyflings had defeated the HRA in the field battle north of Metterden his father saw that the danger was too great to remain on their farm. So he and his father fled to the city of New Reza, participating in the defense of the city,Dietrich father was slain during the course of the siege. After this, Dietrich’s conviction in the Church of Canon grew as he heard of the exploits of the war being waged against the Inferi. Departing the city after burying his father, Dietrich began to wander Haense searching for a purpose.
Dietrich briefly casts a glance around the city before being approached by the well dressed merchant. Studying his appearance, Dietrich makes note of the jewelry and precious stones adorned on the man’s fingers. With a friendly tone, he replies, “Adventure I suppose. I imagine there’s plenty of that in store here.” The gentleman extends his hand and says, “Aye, you are correct about that. I am Arnulf, a merchant here. I do have an adventure for you, if you wish to hear me out..” he pauses, waiting for a response, “Dietrich, sir. Please, continue.” Extending his hand, Arnulf continues, “Well met, Dietrich. My caravan is to depart soon, and I could always use extra hands to help tend the mules, or scare bandits should they make their presence known.” Pausing for hardly a second, Dietrich laughs, shakes Arnulf’s hand heartily and replies, “Yes. Count me in, sir. It sounds like a grand adventure, when do we leave?”
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