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Thubr Axebringer was born Thubir Axebringer to his parents Mor and Vanka Axebringer. Thubr’s younger sister, Laka, had trouble pronouncing the “ir” sound in his name, so she called him Thubr (pronounced Thoob-r). The nickname has remained with him since that day.
Growing up in South Kaladim, Thubr spent many hours playing in the areas around the arena. Fascinated by how weapons were made, he would often peek through the windows of the Staff & Spear weapon shop to watch the storeowner, Didek Stormhammer, cousin of King Kazon, hard at work. When he wasn’t peeking into windows, he sat on the rooftop of the building to watch the great warriors fight in the arena nearby. He did this not merely for entertainment, but Thubr studied their fighting techniques, committing them to memory, developing his own skills.
One day, Thubr sat in his usual spot atop the Staff & Spear, waiting for the battles to start, while banging a small pipe with his hammer. He had carefully shaped the dull piece of metal into a tiny dagger. Hearing the noise on his roof, however, Didek Stormhammer went up on the roof and pulled Thubr back down by his ear.
“Child, what were you doing on the roof of my shop?” Didek asked. Before Thubr could answer, Didek spoke again. “Where did you get this from?” He pulled the tiny well-crafted dagger from a pocket in Thubr’s pant leg.
“Siirrr…” Thubr stammered, “I made that from an old pipe I found behind the shop. ‘Tis mine, give it back t’me.”
In disbelief, Didek asked again, “You are too young to have made such a finely crafted weapon, where did you get this from?”
“Aye, I did make it,” said Thubr, undaunted, “give it back, ’tis mine. I learned how to make it by watchin’ weapons bein’ made through the window o’ye shop.”
Didek, seeing promise in the lad, asked Thubr to come work for him as an apprentice. Through the years, the young dwarf learned how to make many weapons. He also continued his rooftop study of the arena combatants.
It was years later that King Kazon Stormhammer came to the shop to look for new weapons for his Stormguard. Browsing over his cousin’s inventory, the king found nothing that sparked his interest. About to leave, he spotted Thubr standing before his workbench. The King told Thubr to step aside that he might examine the weapons upon his table. “Didek!” the King shouted over his shoulder as he perused what lay before him, “Why did you not show me these weapons?”
“Cousin, those are just ones that the boy is working on,” said Didek, gesturing toward Thubr, who was now a young man. “I did not deem them of the best quality.”
King Kazon turned to Thubr and told him he wanted the weapons for his Stormguard. After pausing but a moment, Thubr responded, “The high quality weapons I make on me own time are too good t’give to anyone else. I keep ’em for m’self because I am a great warrior and deserve the best.”
Marveling at the audaciousness of the youth, the King asked, “What is your name, boy?”
“He is Thubr Axebringer, milord,” interrupted Didek.
King Kazon studied the young man, sizing him up. The pause was awkward only for Didek, for Thubr stood steady under the scrutiny. Finally, The King said, “If you are truly a great warrior, as you say, you should be in the Stormguard.” Lifting his sword, the King beckoned Thubr to kneel before him and tapped him on the shoulder, proclaiming, “Thubr Axebringer, the great warrior, is now a member of the Stormguard.” He sheathed his sword and said to Thubr, “Report for duty immediately. And bring the weapons with you!”
Thubr, for once, was speechless. He stood then bowed. “Yes, Sire,” was all he said.
Thubr spent many years with the Stormguard, learning new tactical skills and honing the ones he had acquired on his own. He also continued to improve his blacksmithing skills, creating stronger and better weapons for the Stormguard.
In South Kaladim, at the Pub Kal, owned by the Darkfoam family, he ran into many interesting people while drinking. It is here that he was tricked into becoming an ambassador for Kaladim. Although he was good at getting the job done, Thubr was not the typical ambassador. He shares the traditional dwarven qualities of stubbornness and love of drink. When he is drunk, however, he is very friendly.
Thubr became a master brewer through his years as well, adding to his reputation as an expert blacksmith and fierce warrior. The owner of the Grub & Grog, Retchin Krundd, a decidedly unattractive but friendly and flirtatious female Dwarf, lost a bet with Thubr and, consequently, part ownership of the pub to him as well. Located in East Freeport, this establishment is considered one of the roughest taverns on all of Norrath, frequented by course adventuring types and the notorious Freeport Militia.
Throughout his adventures and difficult battles, Thubr has traveled with many people. Some of these he even regards as friends. He has battled along side the likes of Firiona Vie, Al’Kabor, Dreezil Pocketdip, Ognit Eznertob, Dabner Drednever, Dagda Icefury, Lorisyn Oakwynd, Lyirae Oakwynd, Sionachie Heartsinger, and Sir Jevik Isqual to name a few. Of these, he would speak most highly of Firiona Vie, Al’Kabor, and Dreezil Pocketdip. Though he views Al’Kabor as an arrogant and longwinded Erudite, Thubr gains much entertainment from him, often following him around. Firiona Vie he respects, as most do, and is always concerned for her safety.
Dreezil Pocketdip, a shady halfling, is one of Thubr’s favorite drinking buddies. After long battles, the two can be found visiting the nearest bar to guzzle down many types of ale together.