Character: Tres Silversword

Tres was a farmer's daughter, with lots of brothers and sisters. She hated farm life and the thought of having to be a mother of her own. She left with her five friends to find her way in the world, but all but one died in their first encounter not far from their village. Her friend and her went on to gain training with a group of mercenaries, then founded the Flaming Shield, which she has been running for nearly a decade. She longs for some slow time now and again, because her mercenaries are sought after. They don't back down, they don't leave anyone behind, and they get the job done. She came into Duncan's life when she was stationed in Bloodhelm and he was an apprentice. She treats him like the Grandfather she wished she'd had.

Tres is human and nearly 28 years old. She stands six foot tall and 150 pounds (all muscle). She is broad at the shoulders but still a feminine looking woman. She has a rugged chin with freckles across her nose. Her complexion is pale white (she's from around Calabay). Her eyes are dark green, but get darker when she's angry. Most prominent is her flaming red hair, chopped short and a mass of curls.

Tres wears light clothing, pants and shirt of tan color with black, calf high boots which lace up the front. She wears black leather armor with a rose etched upon the chest with a sword behind it. (Her nickname is the battle rose.) She usually doesn't wear a helm, but she has a thick, woolen cloak, a well worn travel pack and roll, a round shield, and a well taken care of longsword.

Tres curses like a sailor on shore leave and she doesn't beat around the bush. She's friendly and helpful to a point, then it costs. She gets along with most nobles, because Calabay nobles mingle with the common folk. She is particularly fond of old man because she misses her grandfather.

Tres started out as a filler for Duncan's friends, but after a while she just grew. She becomes an important part of the story arc in the forth book. If during the time of the High King's Sword, she may hire the party to help them with a particular job.