Alban Onire

Alban Onire, the Holy Knight of Duty, was a legendary warrior loyal to Torm.

Description
The knight was a handsome man who wore shining plate mail similar to that of his deity, the Loyal Fury. His armor straps and belt smelled of fresh oil, and he owned a gem-covered scabbard. Apparently, he possessed the magical steel sword known as Titanslayer, and when wielded, he could not be harmed by giants.

Life
Alban lived centuries prior to the 14 century DR, where he was known to be the bane of both dragons and giants. In his years, he performed many great deeds.

Legacy
As of the 14 century DR, the stories of Alban's might and heroism were known to many, including Torm himself, as well as his followers, such as Gwydion the Quick.

"Then behold the final resting place of Alban Onire, Holy Knight of Duty, known in his day as a foe of all evil giants."

- Torm to Gwydion the Quick

When Gwydion journeyed to Thar to fight Thrym, he came upon the rest place of Onire. Torm commanded him to take up Onire's burden and use his sword in battle. As Gwydion did this, the body of the warrior disappeared. However, when Gwydion used the sword, the powers of Titanslayer did not hold, as if they never did. The warrior was slain by Thrym.

Upon being sent back to the Material Plane after death, Gwydion took up Alban's sword once again. Here he used it to attack Dendar the Night Serpent. As such, Alban Onire's blade of legend became the first weapon to ever injure the Night Serpent.

Appearances

 * Novels
 * Prince of Lies