Sir Gareth Howell

(GAR-eth HOW-ell)

• Biographical Information

  An Addermarian human (he/him)
  

  Based in Roscombe, Carlinshire, Addermarch

Met by the Addermarch Mercenaries on April 30th, 1715 in the Torvaine Forest, Addermarch

Gareth Howell is the captain of Lady Elowen Duval’s household guard, responsible for patrols and protection of the uplands.

Overview

Sir Gareth Howell leads Roscombe’s armed response to frontier threats. He first met the Addermarch Mercenaries while investigating Torvaine Watch’s silence and later coordinated efforts to address the Highmoor goblin stronghold and the rescue of his squire.

Events

• Apr 30, 1715 DR: Met the Addermarch Mercenaries south of Roscombe while marching to relieve Torvaine Watch.
• May 07, 1715 DR: Shared intelligence with the Addermarch Mercenaries at Lady Duval’s dinner regarding a missing squire and goblin activity.
• May 08, 1715 DR: Received news of Colette du Bois’s rescue and the recovery of a stolen poison recipe from the Addermarch Mercenaries.

Relationships

• Elowen Duval — Castellan he serves; provides candid assessments of regional threats.
• Colette du Bois — Squire under his mentorship.
• Addermarch Mercenaries — Trusted partners for missions beyond regular patrol capacity.

Personality

Duty‑driven, thoughtful, and measured; favors preparation, reliable intelligence, and the welfare of his people.

Capabilities & Resources

• Command of Roscombe’s household guard and militias.
• Field logistics and patrol routes connecting Roscombe and Torvaine.
• Authority to coordinate with temple and noble offices during crises.