The Minstrel Brinhelm Halladin (or 'Brin' to his friends) is known throughout Eriador, Gondor and Rhovanion alike, as an accomplished Musician and Entertainer. He travels all over bringing his songs and tales to every corner of Middle Earth, in search of adventure and riches, and often times finds both along-side a good chunk of trouble as well. He has been doing so for over a decade now with no signs of slowing down, and has achieved a fair amount of fame and fortune as a result. He is known to be quite charitable, and has contributed greatly in both money and work efforts to rebuild Archet, Hytbold, and most recently the Westfold.

The only son to a successful Shipwright in Laketown, Brin opted to study his music lessons more vigorously than his woodworking ones, finding he had a natural talent for the art as did his Mother before him. Being his first teacher she taught him well, and brought out the inherent gift within the young Brinhelm, who's progress greatly pleased her. This ultimately disappointed his Father as a result, wanting his only son to take up his family business someday instead.

Still, he idolized his old man, in fact it was he who instilled the adventurous streak Brin now has by telling him the story of when he was a boy and survived the vicious attack of Smaug the Terrible one Autumn night. This would go on to fuel his inherent need to travel and explore, as well as his hatred for Dragons and all Dragon Kin. Even still, their relationship has never recovered which made leaving easier when his Mother passed away from illness eleven years ago. Brinhelm hasn't been back to Laketown since nor spoken to his Father who became completely withdrawn shortly there-after. 

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Religion:  None, he believes that people make this World what it is, but does have some superstitions, and does believe in Luck.

Political Affiliation:  None, abides by the laws of the Lands he is visiting and swears loyalty to no crown or banner.

Education:  Highly educated as a result of a wealthier upbringing than most folk, his parents having the money for proper instructors and tutors. Areas of instruction include History, Music, Fencing, Sailing, Engineering, Forestry, Riding and Woodworking all at high levels. With Farming, Combat Riding, Fishing, Healing, and Wilderness Survival at lesser yet still adequate levels. 

Languages spoken:  (fluent) Westron, Dalish, and Sindarin.   (less-fluent) Lossoth, Khuzdul, Quenya, and Black Speech.

Special Abilities/Skills: Gifted vocally, his voice is able to reach pitches and volumes most cannot, even to the point of breaking glass, or deafening levels to most beings. Extremely talented and educated Musically, his songs carry an undeniable weight, whether performed for Entertainment, or in Battle. Like most Dalish Men, he is able to communicate with Thrush Birds, and often uses them to send messages to allies far away. 

Serious Problems/Flaws/Addictions/Disorders/Disabilities: Chivalrous and Brave, perhaps to a fault. He will risk his life to do what he thinks is right with little to no thought of the consequences to himself. 

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Services Offered:

Instrument Training- Brin will gladly share his vast knowledge and love of music with others, and will instruct those interested in how to play any instrument they choose, should he have the time. (See http://laurelinarchives.org/node/24112 for more)

Woodworking (Westemnet Master / Maxed with Guild) - Despite favoring the life of a Musician over a Shipwright, Brin still practices his Father's craft, though on a much smaller scale. He enjoys carving more artful things, such as Instruments, Furniture and even Fishing Rods for the most-part, as well as applying his skill and knowledge to rebuilding homes and structures destroyed in battle.

Forestry (Westemnet Master) - Knowledgeable in how and where to acquire supplies relating to Forestry, Brinhelm will occasionally earn some coin by gathering them in bulk for sale, or to aid his charity work helping places like Archet, Hytbold, and others rebuild.