Maklain the Minstrel

Maklain the Minstrel was a descendant of Lindonrow Valenroff and the protector of the Sword of Nex. He aided Poobaloo, Jeubadiah, and Randy in retrieving the Sword of Nex from Cabbagedale, however he was shot by a minion of Poobadoo as the heroes were escaping Cabbagedale, and later died of his wounds.

Early Life
Maklain was born in 37 BF in Beetletun. When his parents died, he became the guardian of the Sword of Nex, keeping it within a vault underneath his home. He became quite rich, gaining renown for his marvelous singing voice and ability to play the lute.

The War of the Cabbage
Maklain's peaceful life was not to last however, as The Dark Lord Poobadoo had risen, and knowing the threat of the Sword of Nex, he sent out his minions to discover its guardian and capture him along with the Sword. Finally, in 1 BF, they discovered him. They stormed his house, took Maklain prisoner, and stole the Sword. Maklain was taken south into Orrdor so that he could not escape, and the Sword of Nex was taken to Cabbagedale. Maklain remained in captivity for three months before Poobaloo and Jeubadiah, along with The Collective, rescued him during the Invasion of Orrdor. Maklain, having overheard the guards mention the location of the Sword of Nex, was able to inform the heroes that it was located in Cabbagedale. When they went to retrieve it, he came along with them, using his musical skills to inspire his allies. Sadly, Maklain took an arrow to the knee when the heroes were escaping Cabbagedale, and later died of his wounds.