Before everyone had left, Rashan conducted a brief interview with each person, quickly gathering basic information including a concise history, their occupation relating to combat, and their motivation for joining the Anbu. He even included himself, Jalil, Cassia, and Adrien in these interviews to make the process more official.
Anbu Unit Personnel List
1. Rashan Sulharen
• Race: Redguard
• Age: 17
• Occupation: Unit Commander
• History: Noble-born; extensively trained in warfare, magic, covert operations.
• Why here: "To fight for Hammerfell's independence and protect our homeland."
2. Adrien
• Race: Breton
• Age: 69
• Occupation: Battle Mage (Advisor)
• History: Veteran Imperial Battlemage; renowned mystic talent.
• Why here: "You asked, and retirement bores me."
3. Jalil
• Race: Redguard
• Age: 16
• Occupation: Warrior (Second-in-command)
• History: Trained personally by Rashan; exceptional warrior.
• Why here: "Well, someone has to keep you out of trouble—and no one else volunteered."
4. Cassia
• Race: Imperial
• Age: 16
• Occupation: Nightblade (Recon Specialist)
• History: Former street orphan; skilled stealth operative, mute.
• Why here: Signed: "You gave me purpose."
5. Devan
• Race: Dark Elf
• Age: 182
• Occupation: Assassin/Operative
• History: Ex-Morag Tong assassin, seasoned operative.
• Why here: "Citizenship—and a chance to ply my trade again."
6. Vireth
• Race: Dark Elf
• Age: 54
• Occupation: Scout/Marksman
• History: Former Redoran scout, skilled survivalist.
• Why here: "I need citizenship. And elves are targets here, anyway."
7. Dorran
• Race: Nord
• Age: 41
• Occupation: Warrior
• History: Veteran Nord warrior, anti-Dominion fighter.
• Why here: "Empire failed us. Dominion needs a lesson."
8. Gorrun
• Race: Nord
• Age: 19
• Occupation: Warrior
• History: Trained by father, determined to prove himself.
• Why here: "Where my father goes, I go—and we're both hunting elves."
9. Harald
• Race: Nord
• Age: 34
• Occupation: Heavy Infantry
• History: Battle-hardened mercenary, heavy weapons specialist.
• Why here: "Dominion took our pride—here to take it back."
10. Torsten
• Race: Nord
• Age: 28
• Occupation: Skirmisher
• History: Skilled guerrilla fighter, survivalist.
• Why here: "Empire abandoned us. Dominion will regret it."
11. Grulmar
• Race: Orc
• Age: 37
• Occupation: Berserker
• History: Fierce melee combatant, former mercenary.
• Why here: "Warriors find their worth in war."
12. Ugron
• Race: Orc
• Age: 32
• Occupation: Warrior/Tactician
• History: Strategically skilled former stronghold defender.
• Why here: "Seeking warriors worthy of respect."
13. Alain
• Race: Breton
• Age: 26
• Occupation: Former Blade Operative/Scout
• History: Ex-Blade, skilled in stealth and infiltration.
• Why here: "Blades are hunted. I need protection and a cause."
14. Malik
• Race: Redguard
• Age: 29
• Occupation: Archer/Ranger
• History: Expert marksman, desert tracker.
• Why here: "To fight for Hammerfell's independence."
15. Zahir
• Race: Redguard
• Age: 31
• Occupation: Blademaster
• History: Elite swordsman, trained duelist.
• Why here: "To secure Hammerfell's freedom from the Dominion."
16. Saif
• Race: Redguard
• Age: 27
• Occupation: Assassin/Operative
• History: Reformed mercenary assassin.
• Why here: "To fight for Hammerfell's independence and redemption."
17. Tariq
• Race: Redguard
• Age: 30
• Occupation: Infantry Specialist
• History: Veteran infantry soldier from Sentinel.
• Why here: "Hammerfell's freedom depends on warriors like us."
18. Nasim
• Race: Redguard
• Age: 25
• Occupation: Saboteur/Engineer
• History: Expert in demolitions and fortifications.
• Why here: "To ensure Hammerfell remains independent, by any means necessary."
19. Hakim
• Race: Redguard
• Age: 33
• Occupation: Medic/Combat Healer
• History: Battlefield medic, skilled healer.
• Why here: "To keep our fighters alive and our land free."
Alain had been surprisingly forthcoming about his past as a Blade operative. Rashan initially had his doubts—mostly because Alain was notably short and wiry—but his skepticism vanished quickly after handing Alain a sword. The Breton's demonstrated form was precise, graceful, and deadly efficient; clearly, he was trained to a remarkable standard.
Devan, the seasoned Dark Elf assassin, had been equally impressive. Rashan had learned that Devan had a daughter and two very young grandchildren; his motivation was clear and pragmatic—he sought citizenship and security for his family, a common thread among the Dark Elf volunteers.
Indeed, Rashan recalled his father's reports indicating a significant influx of fighting darkelf men and women, all seeking refuge and a chance to earn their place in Hammerfell. His plan was clearly beginning to bear fruit.
Satisfied with his choices, Rashan turned his attention to the next crucial step: tactics. But first, he reviewed the finalized list of Anbu personnel, each assigned their distinctive mask:
Anbu Mask Assignments:
1. Rashan Sulharen – Dragon
2. Adrien – Hawk
3. Jalil – Wolf
4. Cassia – Fox
5. Devan – Crow
6. Vireth – Raven
7. Dorran – Bear
8. Gorrun – Lynx
9. Harald – Bull
10. Torsten – Falcon
11. Grulmar – Boar
12. Ugron – Rhino
13. Alain – Serpent
14. Malik – Eagle
15. Zahir – Tiger
16. Saif – Panther
17. Tariq – Lion
18. Nasim – Jackal
19. Hakim – Owl
While he was going over his list his teacher walked up behind him.
Adrien scratched his head, eyeing Rashan curiously as the young commander held his dragon mask thoughtfully. "Why exactly did you pick a dragon mask, Rashan? Everyone else got animals—normal animals. A dragon seems a bit… ambitious, don't you think?"
Rashan met his teacher's questioning gaze calmly, then shrugged, a slight grin playing across his lips. "Hey, you're the one who said you wanted to be around a legend. Sometimes, Adrien, the answer's right there—clear as day." With a confident flourish, Rashan placed the dragon mask firmly over his face.
Adrien raised an eyebrow, still not entirely grasping the boy's humor, but he couldn't help smiling inwardly at Rashan's unshakable confidence.
Rashan chuckled quietly beneath his mask, thinking to himself, Just you wait. I survive all this mess, and you'll see me become the Dragonborn.