Rowland, born amid a raging tempest, was marked from birth by the storm god Tempus. Raised in a coastal village, he learned to respect the ocean's power and harness the fierce energy of lightning. As a young man, he defended his home from marauding pirates, earning his title as a Paladin of the Storm.
Guided by visions of Tempus, he embarked on a quest to seek out ancient relics tied to the storms. Now, he travels the world, wielding his thunderous powers to protect the innocent and punish the wicked. Rowland was drawn to Vortex Isle, a treacherous place surrounded by violent whirlpools and unpredictable tempests. The inhabitants were plagued by a sea serpent that emerged during the worst storms, destroying ships and dragging sailors to their doom. Guided by his connection to Tempus, Rowland braved the maelstrom, facing the serpent in its lair beneath the waves. With a mighty strike of his storm-infused sword, he banished the beast back to the depths, restoring peace to the seas and earning the gratitude of the islanders.