The Crimson Archer

The Crimson Archer, real name unknown, is a Redguard mercenary and acrobat. He is the leader of a mercenary group called the Keshik and uses their influence as a bid to join Talin Warhaft.

Background
While his true name is unknown, the Crimson Archer reveals much information about himself. However, the information varies- there appears to be a diverging point in his life, that at one point he began trying to keep his earlier past hidden. The only thing known about his childhood is that he has seven younger sisters.

What is known is that he acquired his horse, Whistles, at some point when wandering the Chorrol wilderness. He has a close bond with the animal and even talks to it, claiming it can speak back (although no one has heard it actually speak). He formed his mercenary band by allowing himself to be captured by bandits, then convinced their leader to let him go. He joined the bandit group and became so popular that he eventually took over. He made the former leader of the group, an Orc, his second in command, and told all his warriors to choose new names. Once done, he promised them fame and forture, and set out to provide them with just that. He trained them in the bow and how to shoot whilst riding a horse, turning them into a extremely effective cavalry force.

By 392, the Keshik is a massively successful mercenary group, but Crimson is still not impressed with their fame. He joined Talin Warhaft as an investment of sorts, so that he can gain more renown and in turn get more prestigious jobs for his mercenaries.