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Uramak

Captain
NPC
Astral Sea

Uramak the Dreadful is a Half-Orc Scro that cuts a commanding presence, standing over 6 feet tall with a muscular and imposing build with his arms are adorned with various tattoos and ritualistic scarring. He has a rugged face with a prominent brow, a wide nose, and a strong jawline. His eyes are a bright yellow radiating to red, and he has several scars on his face, the most notable of which runs down the left side of his face, from his temple to his jaw. His skin is a light gray and his bald head is adorned completely with tribal tattoos.


When he goes into battle, Uramak dons a suit of ornate plate armor, adorned with intricate engravings and designs that mark him as a devout follower of Dukagsh. His armor is well-worn, showing the signs of many battles fought and won. A large emblem of Dukagsh is emblazoned on his breastplate, and a sleek spiked helm covers his head. Uramak wields a massive two-handed axe, with a long handle made of dark, polished wood etched with red runes and a wickedly sharp head that glints in the light. The axe is almost as tall as Uramak himself, and he swings it with deadly precision, cleaving through armor and bone with ease. He rarely carries anything else.


When not in battle, Uramak favors practical clothing, typically wearing a dark blue leather jerkin and pants. He is not one for ostentatious displays of wealth, preferring to let his reputation and his strength speak for themselves. He wears a few pieces of jewelry that hold special meaning for him. He wears a necklace made from the teeth of an Obsidian gem dragon he slew in battle, and a ring that was passed down to him from his Scro ancestors. Uramak wears a mix of pirate and paladin attire, donning a stiff felt black coat with silver buttons and trim. His boots are made of thick leather and are adorned with multiple silver buckles.

Appearance

Hair
Bald, Tattoos

Face
Bright Red Eyes

Body
6'6", Muscular, Light Gray Skin, Tattoos

Dress
Pirate Garb, Long Coat w/Silver Buttons, Silver Trim

Ornamentation
Dragon Teeth Necklace, Scro Ring

Implement
Dukagsh Emblem

Personality

Personality
Menacing and ruthless individual, with a deep-seated impulse for domination and control. He is quick to irritate and doesn't hesitate to use violence to get what he wants. He is also highly charismatic and can be very appealing when it serves his purposes. Uramak has a strong sense of ethics, but it is often outweighed by his ambition and willingness to do commit atrocity. He isn't amused by much, so when something or someone does amuse him, he takes it aboard his ship.

Manners / Mannerisms / Quirks
Gruff and direct in speech, often cutting people off or speaking over them. He also has a habit of tapping his fingers on any nearby surface when he's deep in thought. Within his rough exterior, he has a soft spot for animals, and can often be found playing with his pet monkey, Jojo. Uramak has a love for strong, bitter coffee, which he drinks black and in large quantities.

Ideals
Strength: Is the most important quality a person can possess, and that those who are weak deserve to be dominated.
Power: Driven by a strong desire for power and domination over others. He believes that the strong should rule over the weak, and that the world is a harsh place where only the fittest survive.
Ambition: Persistent ambition to become the most infamous pirate in the Astral Sea.

Preferences / Lifestyle
He lives a life of constant danger and excitement, always on the lookout for new ships to plunder and treasures to acquire. He spends most of his time aboard his ship, the Howling Ghost, which he has outfitted with the latest weapons and defenses. He also prefers to sleep with a weapon within arm's reach and a soft woman in his bed. Uramak is a skilled navigator, often spending hours studying maps and charts to plot out the best course for his ship. He has a love for exotic, rare riches and will obsessively plot to acquire them. Uramak is also known for his love of strong, spicy foods and will often experiment with different ingredients to create new dishes for his crew.

Bonds
The Howling Ghost: Uramak's ship is his greatest treasure and he will do anything to protect it.
His Star Witch: Uramak is fiercely possessive of his witch, and will stop at nothing to ensure her subservience and respect.
His Reputation: Uramak has built a dreadful reputation as a pirate, and he will go to great lengths to maintain it.

Goals
Uramak's ultimate goal is to become the most revered immortal pirate in the Astral Sea, with his own fleet of ships and a vast fortune to his name. He also harbors a secret desire to discover the location of a lost dragon hoard, rumored to be hidden somewhere in the Deep Astral Sea.

Flaws
Bloodlust: Uramak is prone to fits of uncontrollable fury, especially when he is in battle.
Arrogance: Uramak is extremely confident in his own abilities, and often underestimates his enemies.
Ruthlessness: Uramak is willing to do whatever it takes to achieve his goals, even if it means resorting to brutal tactics or betrayal.

Fears
Uramak is deeply afraid of losing his power and being forgotten by history. He also has a fear of being alone, which stems from a childhood incident.

Reactions / Risk Taking / Morality
Highly impulsive and doesn't hesitate to take risks, often rushing headlong into battle without considering the consequences. He also has a hair-trigger temper and can become brutal at the slightest provocation. Uramak's moral code is flexible and often depends on the situation at hand. While he does have a strong sense of morality, he is callously willing to break his own code if the ends justify the means.

Psychology / Intelligence / Positivity
Highly competitive and driven personality, with a strong need for authority and command. He is also prone to bouts of wrath and hostility, which he often struggles to control. He can be very calculating when it comes to achieving objectives, but can also be uninhibited at times. Uramak has a talent for scheming. He is able to think several steps ahead of his opponents and is always looking for ways to gain an edge. He is generally a pessimistic and cynical person, with a tendency to focus on the negative aspects of a situation. However, he does have moments of genuine joy and contentment, particularly when he's able to acquire something he wants.

Self Discipline / Ambition / Curiousity
Strong sense of self-discipline, particularly when it comes to his physical and mental training. He spends several hours a day practicing with his weapons and exercising to maintain his physical prowess. He is incredibly ambitious, with an assertive way of manifesting his wishes. The Captain is selectively curious about the world around him, particularly when it comes to the location of boons and hidden knowledge. He spends a lot of his free time studying maps and searching for clues that could lead him to new discoveries.

Social Attitude / Assertiveness / Confidence / Ego
Is captivating, and is able to be suggestively alluring, to exploit those around him to his own ends. Uramak is incredibly assertive and confident in his abilities, often projecting an air of supremacy. He is not afraid to take charge in a situation and will always stand up for himself and his crew. This has resulted in a massive ego, which he uses to fuel his unceasing drive.

Honesty / Honor / Loyalty / Trusting
While Uramak does have a strong sense of honor, he is not always honest with those around him. He is willing to lie and corrupt, but will never go back on his word once he has given it. He is highly suspicious of those he doesn't know and is slow to trust. Though he can understand and respect a good betrayal or mutiny, he still punishes the disloyalty.

Emotional Capacity / Current Emotional State
Uramak has a volatile emotional state, prone to bouts of vexation and rage. He can also be duplicitous and shrewd when it comes to displaying his emotions, using them to gain an advantage over others. He holds little consideration or empathy for the feelings of those around him.

Activities

The Dreadful’s Astral Sea pirate activities have taken him on countless raids and battles across the vast expanse of the Sea. He has a keen eye for spotting ships with valuable cargo and takes great pleasure in overpowering them with his crew. He is sadistic in combat, often using his massive great axe to overpower his opponents and leaving no survivors in his wake.

As a Paladin of Conquest, Uramak believes that battle is the ultimate test of one's strength and prowess. He sees his piracy as a means of spreading the word of his god. He relishes in the adrenaline rush of a good fight and enjoys the challenge of overcoming strong opponents, he has been known to seek out the toughest adversaries to prove his worth.

Despite his brutal Half-Orc Scro reputation, Uramak is not a mindless savage. He is judicious and often plans his raids carefully, studying his targets beforehand and exploiting their weaknesses. He understands the importance of teamwork and relies on his crew's skills and expertise to annihilate adversaries.

Uramak's reputation as a conqueror has earned him both deference and trepidation among other pirates and factions in the Astral Sea. Many have tried to challenge him and failed, solidifying his position as one of the greatest and most horrifying pirates in the region.

He has been known to engage in questionable activities such as slave trading and smuggling. He justifies these actions as necessary to fund his raids and to maintain the loyalty of his crew. Though he has shown mercy on occasion, specifically to those who prove themselves worthy.

Recently he has put out sizeable bounties for something he has lost, which has churned the water of the Astral Sea into a bloodbath amongst other pirate Captains looking for his favor.
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Relationships

Uramak's relationships are a crucial aspect of his life and persona. He is a commanding figure who exudes strength and authority, and his crewmembers know better than to cross him. They respect him for his sheer physical power and combat prowess, and they fear him for his merciless and unrelenting nature in battle.


While Uramak does not form emotional bonds with his crew, he does have a certain level of loyalty towards them. He expects his crew to obey him without question and to carry out his orders with the utmost efficiency. In turn, he ensures that they are well-fed, paid, and taken care of.


Uramak's beliefs are deeply rooted in the law of the Astral Sea, which is a brutal and unforgiving place where only the strongest survive. He is a firm believer in the concept of might makes right, and he believes that one's power and physical prowess are the only things that matter in this life. He follows the teachings of his deity Dukagsh, who is the First Almighty Leader and Scro Father. To Uramak, battle is the ultimate test of one's strength and prowess, and he relishes the chance to prove himself in combat.


Despite his reputation as a ruthless warrior, Uramak has a strict code of honor that he follows. He never breaks his word and always keeps his promises, but he rarely gives his word unless it is absolutely necessary. Uramak believes that words are cheap, and actions are what truly matter in this world. He expects others to adhere to the same standards of honor that he does, and he has no tolerance for those who break their word.

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Combat

In combat, Uramak is a force to be reckoned with. His weapon of choice is a massive great axe, which he wields with immense strength and precision. He relies on brute force to wear down his opponents and tire them out, all while relentlessly pursuing them until they are defeated. There is almost nothing more pleasurable than crushing his enemies and reveling in the glory of victory.


Uramak is a merciless fighter, and once he has the upper hand in battle, he will not hesitate to deliver the final blow. He is a firm believer in the teachings of Dukagsh, and believes that surrender is never an option. He sees defeat as a sign of weakness, and will never back down from a fight, no matter the odds.


When engaging in combat, Uramak is extremely focused and single-minded, honing in on his opponent and tuning out all distractions. He is always looking for weaknesses to exploit and will use any means necessary to gain an advantage. He is not above using dirty tactics or underhanded tricks to secure a victory, and will exploit any opening he can find.


Uramak's fighting style is characterized by his raw power and unrelenting tenacity. He is not a flashy or finesse fighter, but instead relies on his overwhelming strength to crush his enemies. He is also known for his incredible endurance, able to withstand tremendous amounts of punishment without slowing down.


Uramak is a hulking brute on the battlefield, a fierce beast who lives for the thrill of combat and the infamy of victory. His devotion to Dukagsh and his refusal to ever back down make him a fearsome adversary, one who will stop at nothing to achieve his goals.

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History

Uramak was born to a tribe of Scro raiders on the outskirts of the Astral Sea. From a young age, he displayed an unquenchable thirst for battle and a ruthless nature that made him stand out among his peers. His tribe recognized his potential and trained him to be a warrior, instilling in him the belief that the strong survive and the weak perish. As he grew older, Uramak became increasingly zealous and ravenous for power. He challenged and defeated many of his tribe's leaders in single combat, earning the respect and dread of those around him. Eventually, he became the captain of his tribe's raiding party and began to carve out a reputation for himself in the Astral Sea as a fearsome and merciless pirate.


Uramak's reputation continued to grow, and he soon attracted the attention of the Scro Empire, which was looking for strong warriors to serve in its armies. Uramak saw this as an opportunity and joined the Empire's military, quickly rising through the ranks due to his brawn in combat. However, Uramak soon grew disillusioned with the Empire's strict hierarchy and rigid code of conduct. He chafed under the authority of his superiors and longed for the freedom and independence of the pirate life he had left behind. After a particularly brutal battle in which he defied orders and attacked an enemy stronghold on his own, Uramak was dishonorably discharged from the military. He returned to the Astral Sea as a full-time pirate, using his military training to become an even more formidable opponent in battle.


Over time, Uramak built up a crew of loyal followers who admired him in great measure. He became known as one of the most ruthless and merciless pirates in the Astral Sea, and his legend only continued to grow once he got his hands on Myst to spelljammer the Howling Ghost. Their greatest exploit was a daring raid on a mind flayer colony, which they successfully plundered for valuable artifacts and magic items. The raid put them on the radar of several powerful factions in the Astral Sea, both for their audacity and their success.


The Dreadful Orc Uramak has never wanted for anything, having the bloodlust to take everything he desires and the strength to keep it. Until his Little Star Witch he got used to keeping fled into the Astral Sea. She'll never escape him, she just doesn't know that yet.


Despite his reputation as a bloodthirsty pirate, Uramak has a code of honor that he follows. He never breaks his word, but rarely gives it, and he has a deep regard for those who prove themselves worthy opponents in battle. He is also a devout follower of the deity Dukagsh, the First Almighty Leader and Scro Father, and believes that battle is the ultimate test of one's strength and prowess.

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Legends (Rumors, Myths, Tall Tales)

The Sacking of the Citadel of the Dragon Queen - It is said that Uramak once led a daring raid on the Citadel of the Dragon Queen, a fortress made of living crystal that was guarded by a horde of powerful dragons. Uramak and his crew managed to breach the citadel's defenses and steal a hoard of priceless treasures, including a powerful magic axe that Uramak now wields.


The Unyielding Axe: Uramak wields a massive great axe that is said to have been forged in the heart of a dying star. This legendary weapon, known as "Skullsplitter," is said to cleave through armor and bones with ease, leaving a trail of destruction in its wake. The tales of Uramak's devastating strikes with the Unyielding Axe have become the stuff of legend among sailors in the Astral Sea.


The Battle of the Nebula Rift - Uramak is also famous for his role in the Battle of the Nebula Rift, where he and his crew fought off a fleet of Illithid Mind Flayer ships that were attempting to invade the Astral Sea. Despite being vastly outnumbered, Uramak's ferocious tactics and fearless leadership led to a decisive victory for his crew.


The Search for the Lost Star Forge - According to legend, Uramak is currently on a quest to find the Lost Star Forge, a legendary weapon-making facility that was created by the ancient gods themselves. It is said that the Star Forge has the power to create weapons of unimaginable power, and that Uramak is determined to find it and use it to further his conquests in the Astral Sea.


The Pillager's Wrath: It is said that Uramak the Dreadful possesses an unmatched ferocity in battle. Legend has it that during a raid on a heavily fortified enemy vessel, Uramak single-handedly fought off an entire crew, leaving no survivors. His merciless nature and indomitable spirit struck fear into the hearts of all who witnessed his fury.


The Divine Conqueror: Uramak's unwavering faith in his deity, Dukagsh, has earned him the title of the Divine Conqueror. Legends speak of Uramak leading his crew into battle, his presence imbued with divine power. It is said that he channels the might of his god to smite his enemies, leaving no doubt of his authority and the righteousness of his cause.


The Unsinkable Ghost: Many tales are told of Uramak's ship, the Howling Ghost, which is said to be unsinkable and indestructible. It is believed to be crafted from enchanted wood and reinforced with the essence of the Astral Sea itself. Legend has it that the ship glides through the astral currents with unparalleled speed and stealth, disappearing into the mist before its enemies can even react.


The Pirate's Code: Despite his fearsome reputation, Uramak is said to adhere to a strict code of honor among pirates. According to legend, he never breaks his word and always keeps his promises. It is said that he has spared those who have shown themselves worthy in battle, earning the respect and loyalty of his crew.


The Last Stand: In one epic tale, Uramak and his crew found themselves cornered by a formidable armada of enemy ships. Outnumbered and outgunned, they made their last stand against overwhelming odds. The legend tells of Uramak's unwavering resolve, leading his crew into battle with unyielding determination. Against all expectations, they emerged victorious, leaving their enemies in awe of their tenacity and skill.

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