Aitun of Eoman (Jakob)

An exiled Torman lord; he leads a small retinue as a mercenary band (Warriors of Eoman)

Goals

There is one primary goal in the mind of Aitun and all the Warriors of Eoman: to reclaim their homeland of Eoman, which was "taken away" from them in a civil war/invasion (see below) many years ago. They are all that remains of the "loyalist" army, and firmly believe, with the right resources, they would be able to return to their homeland as saviors, leaders, and heroes. 

To this end, their primary goal is growing their strength. Unfortunately, due to their mercenary lifestyle, as well as a streak of bad luck, the band has only been getting worse off, and not even a dozen troops now remain due to injury, death, and abandonment. However, those who stayed are also the most devoted to the cause.

First and foremost, Aitun wants to preserve his current retinue--those who originally came with him from Eoman. From there, he's long been attempting to accumulate wealth, power, political favors etc so that he can rally an army and bring them through the Valdres to Eoman and lead them on a campaign for his homeland.

History

Eoman:

Aitun's family are the remnants of a long-ago important family in Torman, keeper of their stronghold. When The Fall happened, they managed to flee before the encroaching waves of forest, and settled at the edge of what is the modern-day edge of the Valdres, in what was once a minute village. Having brought power and a retinue with them to this place, known as Eoman, they quickly established one of the few spots of civilization that managed to be scraped out at the edge of the Valdres, and settled in as successful local rulers of for many years.

Aitun was born into this as a reality of his life, knowing the danger of the Valdres, and his family's success against it. For much of his younger life, he was trained and raised as the heir to lead the city, and was trained in the aristocratic ways, ancient customs and combat styles, and, most importantly for those still attempting to live in Torman lands, how to survive in the wilds of the Valdres. This was his reality until his early 20s, when a rebellion, composed of locals as well as jealous neighbors, rose up against the ruling family. What followed was a many year long war, which would fluctuate from hot, to cold, to hot again, and finally near the end, guerrilla warfare as Aitun and his men were pushed out of the city. For two years, their band of hundreds would attempt to survive at the edge of the Valdres, striking back at those who'd taken Eoman and waiting for their chance. But both war and the Valdres are dangerous, and as their numbers dwindled from hundreds to below fifty, these warriors slowly were forced further and further away, until they could not longer hold any sort of successful campaign against Eoman. 

Early exile:

As the guerrilla war became less feasible, Aitun decided it would be wise to send out lieutenant-led squads and attempt to gather resources. He had chosen to venture south with a squad to Serulai, but was waylaid by the dangers of the Valdres early into the journey. Luckily (or perhaps not), he was saved by the Elves of the Valdres, who he came to owe many debts, only some of which he has managed to pay off. After years spent as a wildman of the Valdres with a few other survivors, he finally managed to free himself and his men, and continued on to the Freemarch, where he met up with the only squad, led by _LIEUTENANT_, who was the only other group he has managed to find since. Since his escape from the dangers of the Valdres some 8 years ago, he has been traveling in the Freemarch and nearby lands, attempting to succeed in his original goal to retake his homeland. 

Modern-Day:

These past few years have been harsh on Aitun. Where once, after first coming to the March, he had nearly 20 men, he now only has 8 with him, due to the dangers of mercenary work, desertion, and general danger. Even as a noble, trained in their ways, he has overstayed his welcome, and is much more accepted as a harsh mercenary than anything modern nobility would associate themselves with, despite his best efforts. Harsh seasons and a lack of funding has drawn his retinue to desperate measures, and he is willing to take on practically any job that might shift his luck...

Contacts

The Warriors of Eoman:

1. Ilian (M)
         Archer Leutenant
2. Sala (M)
         Morale Officer
3. Baisa (F)
4. Atin (M)
5. Sechne (F)
6. Ellauc (M)
7. Srixim (M)
8. Doco (M)

Valdres Elven Contacts - Not necessarily any one elf, but any elf with power would be able to call on his debt. Similarly, he is familiar with some of their customs, and is able to get by in their society better than most non-elves.

Valdres Orc Contacts - Has taken on random work for or against various Orc bands. Doesn't have any personal connection with anyone, but may be able to find someone who can recognize him or his men, for better or worse.

Freemarch nobility - Most, if not all, know him and are generally tired of him, as most interaction turns into overstayed welcomes and handouts. If he could turn that relationship around, however, something may come of it.

Eoman Peoples - The current rulers would certainly know him and his men, and be very hostile against them--but are not actively seeking them out. Similarly, older people in Eoman would know him and his men. Whether they would be welcomed by the people is unknown at this time.