Roleplaying Information. Sheriff Markham of Bryn Shander is a brawny, likable man of few words. Nothing is more important to him than protecting Icewind Dale. He judges others by their actions, not their words.

Ideal: "All people deserve to be treated with dignity."

Bond: "Duvessa is a natural leader, but she needs help. That's my job."

Flaw: "I bury my emotions and have no interest in small talk."

Multiattack. Markham makes two melee attacks.

Longsword. Melee Weapon Attack: +4 to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit:6 (1d8 + 2) slashing damage, or 7 (1d10 + 2) slashing damage if used with two hands.

Heavy Crossbow. Ranged Weapon Attack: +3 to hit, range 100/400 ft., one target. Hit:6 (1d10 + 1) piercing damage. Markham carries twenty crossbow bolts.