Take your favorite fandoms with you and never miss a beat. "[4], Bruenor is a Mountain Dwarf. Sex. Over the next few weeks, Bruenor works his way up from the lowest levels of Mithral Hall, disguising himself from the duergar that now reside there and killing any that discover his subterfuge or whom he catches alone. He attempts to kill Obould, believing him responsible for the latest attacks. For example, DUNGEONS & DRAGONS®, D&D®, and D&D® Adventure System are trademarks of Wizards of the Coast and D&D® Adventure System core rules, game mechanics, characters and their distinctive likenesses are the property of the Wizards of the Coast. In The Two Swords, Bruenor finally reclaims his rightful throne and leads the dwarfs against King Obould and his army of orcs and frost giants. Bangor Battlehammer 8. After Drizzt saves him from a remorhaz and Bruenor chases away a bounty hunter looking for Drizzt, the pair become close friends. Bruenor kills Matron Baenre in battle, ending her centuries-long rule of the drow city. POWERS Notched Axe Clan Battlehammer Shield Power Strike Select 2 Fighter Utility powers SOURCE The Legend of Drizzt™ SPECIAL ABILITY HEADBUTT: At the end of your Hero Phase, you can take 1 damage to deal 1 damage to an adjacent Monster.CRITICAL HIT: When you … Bruenor is also one of the main characters in the Drizzt-centric Paths of Darkness novels, where he is often the supporting father figure to a struggling Wulfgar after his torment in the Abyss. • Power Strike After the battle with Akar Kessel and the Crystal Shard, Bruenor tricks Drizzt by pretending to be dying to get his help in finding Mithral Hall. Take your favorite fandoms with you and never miss a beat. The Companions of the Hall think Bruenor is dead when they see him ride the shadow dragon Shimmergloom into Garumns Gorge, with both on fire. [10]. The death of his adopted son Wulfgar sends Bruenor into a depression. Bruenor eventually escapes, although he is poisoned from a spider bite in the process, which renders him unconscious. Unknown 6. Race: Shield Dwarf Age: 252 Alignment: Neutral Good Backstory: Hailing from the Spine of the World, Bruenor is the leader of Clan Battlehammer. He awakens in the care of Lady Alustriel, ruler of Silverymoon. Bruenor also appears to the protagonist in Baldur's Gate II along with Catti-Brie and Drizzt. Bruenor Battlehammer is a fictional character in the Forgotten Realms campaign setting for the Dungeons & Dragons fantasy role-playing game. A blustery and fiery dwarf who is "gruff even for a dwarf,"[citation needed] Bruenor Battlehammer first meets Drizzt in the novel Sojourn. ©2020 Wizards. 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System Desc: "[9], In the 4th edition version of the Forgotten Realms Campaign Setting, Bruenor Battlehammer is said to have died sometime before 1479 DR.[2] Shield Master is objectively better, Battle Master is simply the other option for when you can't put Bruenor within two slots of your tank but still have to use Bruenor. Despite his daughter's affection for Drizzt, Bruenor does not trust him. Edit source History Talk (0) Comments Share. Bruenor readies his shield, increasing the damage of those in the same col… Afterward, they find Gandalug—founder of Mithral Hall and Bruenor's ancestor—who had been Matron Baenre's magically-held prisoner for almost two millennia. Rally – Level 50 Ability Increases the damage of Champions in the same column as Bruenor by 100% Specialization Choice – Level 150 1. It was said to be the best weapon Bruenor … He was reincarnated in 1463 DR as Reginald Roundshield of Citadel Felbarr. Shield Dwarf. Bruenor Battlehammer is a fictional character in the Forgotten Realms campaign setting for the Dungeons & Dragons fantasy role-playing game.The character first appears in the Icewind Dale trilogy by author R. A. Salvatore. SPECIAL ABILITY HEADBUTT: At the end of your Hero Phase, you can take 1 damage to deal 1 damage to an adjacent Monster. He crafted Aegis-fang and presented the gift to Wulfgar. In The Thousand Orcs, Bruenor suffers a near-fatal blow and for most of The Lone Drow is kept alive only by a constantly labouring team of Dwarven priests. A small party of drow led by Drizzt's sister, Vierna, sought him out, causing the apparent death of Wulfgar, and Bruenor loses an eye in a battle with them. This Wiki is not affiliated with, endorsed, sponsored, or specifically approved by Wizards of the Coast LLC. Catti-brie sees Bruenor as being too grief-stricken to be useful in her pursuit of Drizzt. While your Stance token is on this card, your Hero has a +2 bonus to AC. Bruenor Battlehammer I 3. He crafted Aegis-fang and presented the gift to Wulfgar. His hair and beard are described as red,[5] which later began turning a light gray. This Wiki may use the trademarks and other intellectual property of Wizards of the Coast LLC, which is permitted under Wizards' Fan Site Policy. The character of Bruenor Battlehammer was listed as number 11 in UGO Entertainment's list of "The Best Dwarves Ever. Bruenor Battlehammer Follower. Bruenor is the adoptive father of a human female named Catti-brie and of the Barbarian Wulfgar. Bruenor's group uncovers what is believed to be Gauntlgrym, but is revealed to be a city founded by dwarves on the surface, and co-inhabited by orcs. Male. Garumn Battlehammer 7. Shield Master: Increases the effect of Rally by 10% for 10 seconds whenever a Champion within 2 slots of Bruenor is attacked (stacks up to 25 times) Note: If you can put Bruenor 2 adjacent slots of your Tank(s) and your DPS in the same column as him, then this is the choice you want as it will provide the biggest buff at your wall. During their efforts to regain this lost dwarven stronghold, Bruenor slays the shadow dragon Shimmergloom. He was the dwarven adoptive father of Catti-brie and Wulfgar, friend to Drizzt Do'Urden and Regis, crafter of Aegis-fang, and a member of the Companions of the Hall. Bruenor is the adoptive father of a human female named Catti-brie and of the Barbarian Wulfgar. Inspired – Level 10 Ability Increase the damage of Bruenor by 100% for each adjacent Champion Bash – Level 25 Ultimate Attack Bruenor delivers a devastating blow to a single enemy using his shield and axe. He is close friends with the celebrated drow Drizzt Do'Urden and the halfling Regis. 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