Zev Korv was born in a small frontier village on the outskirts of the realm of Eldoria, where frequent bandit raids forced its people to become resilient from a young age. As a child, he learned how to hunt, track, and defend himself, skills that would later define his life. After his village was destroyed during a conflict between rival lords, Zev spent years wandering across the roads of Eldoria, surviving as a mercenary and caravan guard. During his travels, he witnessed both the prosperity of the great cities and the suffering of those living beyond their walls.
Over time, his reputation as a dependable swordsman spread among merchants and travelers throughout the realm. Despite his hardened exterior, Zev often chose to protect the innocent whenever he could, remembering the fate of his own home. He eventually settled in Eldoria, hoping to build a new life while uncovering opportunities that would bring him wealth, influence, and perhaps answers about the forces that had destroyed his village.
