Waterdeep

A well-built male human with a weathered face, Jarandur has short, graying hair and deep-set blue eyes. His muscular arms are adorned with scars from past battles, and he wears a simple but sturdy apron over his clothes, always ready to whip up a meal or defend the inn with his trusty cleaver.

Jarandur is a warm-hearted and approachable individual, always ready to lend a hand or share a story from his mercenary days. He values camaraderie and believes in the importance of healthy living, often encouraging patrons to try his new meal options. Despite his friendly demeanor, he has a fierce protective instinct and will not hesitate to defend those in need.

Jarandur Tallstand was a seasoned human fighter who spent years as a mercenary before finding a new calling as the senior cook at the Yawning Portal inn in Waterdeep. In 1375 DR, he transitioned from the battlefield to the kitchen, where he introduced healthier meal options to the menu, including a unique version of chopforest, a traditional wood elf salad. Despite his culinary skills, Jarandur always remained armed and ready for trouble, mastering the art of throwing a cleaver with deadly precision. His well-weathered, muscular frame bore the scars of his past battles, a testament to his life of adventure and conflict.