Noda Asuka

Noda Asuka is a Human Caviler and Battle Herald bound to the Order of Tajiya. He fights with shield and katana, but also uses his skill as a Battle Herald to rally his allies in battle.

Mi Goka, Su Goka
Noda hails from the hidden City of Goka where he was the Master of Arms for the Yan Fei clan. Although no matter the family in control, the Master of Arms is always sword to defend to the City from attackers. Through is duties with the city he has mastered the art of motivation, leading countless armies to victory though his leadership.

Favors of the Church
Early in his command Noda was assigned to protect a contingent from the Church of Abadar as they traveled to the Grand City Clarion. He was honored to be chosen for this task as it would also afford him the opportunity to fulfill the primary task of his Order, protect the lands of men from the predations of supernatural foes. While with the Church, Noda assisted in eliminating many small groups threatening the lands they encountered in their travels as well as eventually defending Clarion. When the City of Aelmont was openly attacked by the forces of Zon-Kuthon the Church of Abadar asked for his assistance in further defending Clarion should it also come under fire. This led directly to the defense against the undead attack and joining the party of adventurers with their goal of eliminating the pressures of Zon-Kuthon.

The Death of Noda
On only his first stint with the adventuring party, he was struck down by "The Man in Black Armor" who removed his head with a single strike.