The Dwarf known as Glitterback (? - ? AC), was actually born Egan Montanaro, however to all those within the walks of Thorbardin, he was simply Glitterback. The Hylar Dwarf was a serious and dour looking fellow (like any good dwarf), and had a graying mop of hair and beard. He was always dressed in gaudy and rich clothes, except when in battle, when he wore his ostentatious gold armor.
Early Life[]
Young Egan Montanaro was born into the Hylar clan, and had the virtue of hard work drummed into him as a child. Showing a natural talent for mining that superceded most other dwarves, one of his first successes was unearthing a large piece of agate, that he put on a chain and has worn around his neck ever since. Unbeknownst to Egan, this piece of agate was actually a Luckstone and aided in his future finds.
All that Glitters[]
Continuing his mining in the central Khalkist Mountains, Egan came across one of the richest gold veins ever discovered, which instantly transformed him into an exceedingly wealthy dwarf. He took his share of the gold and had it fashioned into gold weapons and armor, which he then took to the Hylar's chief cleric of Reorx, and had them blessed. Due to the opulent wealth that he wore, even from a young age, his fellows soon dubbed him "Glitterback".
References[]
- Unsung Heroes, p. 16