Rhaeda Dal'Anu

"Lead me, follow me, or get out of my way."

Introduction
Rhaeda Dal'Anu is a fierce battler often seen engaged in various conflicts throughout Azeroth. She is best known for her austere nature, imposing height, and minimal use of words. Her motivations are unknown, as are her complete origins. She moves quietly between battlefields, wordlessly fighting for various Horde factions, and then moving on once her services are unneeded - curiously refusing pay or reward

Physical Appearance
Rhaeda stands within the average height spectrum of her kind. In physique, she maintains the build of one having spent her entire life in battle - which is certainly the case. She is by no means delicate in any form; her entire body is hardened and toned to fighter's perfection. She stands stiffly, as if in a perpetual state of military attention, her shoulders - strong from years of wielding battle axes - rolled back and her chest pushed forward. Her walk has a faint touch of feminine airs, as she has a habit of swaggering her hips when she walks. Even in death, she can be considered exceptionally beautiful - even by the standards of her own kind. It is her expression, however, that discourages many from attributing her a beauty; she seems permanently affixed with a pursed-lipped scowl, knitted brows and narrowed eyes giving her a harsh facade. Her body is littered with the scars of many battles, and she is missing her right eye - as such, she always wears a leather patch.

Personality
Cold, harsh, and excessively violent in battle. There are very few people that seem to have a positive opinion of Rhaeda upon first meeting her, and indeed, she makes no attempt to gain friends. She gives the impression of complete indifference towards others and has been considered heartless and cruel. Her only personal interests seem grounded in battle efficiency and overall practicality, and she will disregard all those who she considers 'useless.' When surrounded by the very few she deems 'worthy', she will exhibit a disposition that could, in it's own way, be interpreted as caring. These select few are gifted with steadfast loyalty and devotion, and she will not hesitate to lift her weapon in their defense.

History
Rhaeda's complete history is unknown to all but one individual. What is known is that her maiden name, Sunweaver, is connected to a craftsman family. Her official history begins some years before Arthas razed Silvermoon City, where she is documented entering the capital city for the first time, claiming to be a refugee with little understanding of the Thalassian language. She made a meager living as a mercenary and hired bodyguard until the Scourge destroyed the city. Having survived the invasion, she eventually enlisted to fight and train as a Blood Knight and over time, rose up to the rank of Master.

Her death is noted as having been the result of an execution and indeed, she bears the marks of having been hanged. Within moments of her death, the outpost she was taken to was overwhelmed by a surprise Scourge attack. It is assumed that her body was collected with the fallen and reanimated to bolster the Scourge numbers within Icecrown. However, she eventually broke free of the Lich King's will and rejoined Torandier Dal'Anu, a fellow Death Knight who had been her lover in life.

Talents
She has a vast knowledge and know-how on the use, care, creation, and training of nearly any bladed weapon. She takes great delight in studying new weaponry, testing their strengths, weaknesses, balance, and durability. Her skill in the battlefield is often commended and very few would find a better ally to enter a fray with. Her more... unknown talents - those she rather not share - include baking and singing. She is rather good at both, only baking when alone and singing when... well, no one is sure outside of one singular person.

Idiosyncracies

 * Has an alarming sweet tooth. Despite her icy, brutish mannerisms, Rhaeda has a profound love for sweet things - especially pastries and chocolates. Death has only exasperated this
 * Wears makeup, despite it having no practical application in the battlefield.
 * Rarely refers to people by their first name. Her husband is the only individual that she will consistently refer to by his given name and/or his nickname.