Roran
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| Roran Garrowsson (Stronghammer) | |
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| Physical | |
| Species | Human |
| Gender | Male |
| Age | 17 |
| Hair Color | Brown |
| Eye Color | Hazel |
| Political | |
| Affiliation | Carvahall, Katrina, Varden |
| Other | |
| Film Portrayer | Chris Egan |
Roran Garrowsson, nicknamed "Stronghammer", was Eragon's cousin and the son of Garrow. He was about two years older than Eragon, but they were both so close, however, that they considered each other brothers. However, Roran began to believe that Eragon is responsible for Garrow's death. This is because Eragon left without warning (though Brom left a message) and Roran was thrown into suspicion.
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[edit] Biography
[edit] Early history
Little is known about Roran's early life. He was born and raised in Carvahall by his father, Garrow. His mother died when Roran was young and his only other relatives are his cousins Eragon and Murtagh.
[edit] Love with Katrina
Roran had only a small part in the events of the first book. It was revealed that he was in love with Katrina, the daughter of the butcher, Sloan. He even said that she was the most beautiful woman he'd ever seen. Sloan, however, had never liked Garrow and his son (and his nephew), and would have disapproved of the relationship, so they kept it a secret and would continue to do so until Roran earned enough money to raise a house. This plan did not work out, however, after Eragon escaped with Brom. In Eldest, he and Katrina became more open in their love, and eventually, against Sloan's wishes and without his knowledge (for a period of time), they were engaged. They are later married by Eragon, in his capacity as a Rider.
[edit] Job in Therinsford
Roran had taken a job in Therinsford working for the miller, Dempton, in order to support Katrina. He did this despite the fact that it grieved Eragon to have his cousin away for such long periods of time. His employment was cut short, however, when he received news of his father's death at the hands of the Ra'zac and the disappearance of his cousin. He returned to Carvahall to mourn his father and stayed with Horst, the blacksmith.
[edit] Later role
[edit] Battle of Carvahall
Later, the Ra'zac invaded Carvahall. Roran fled into the Spine as the loyal townspeople denied that they knew of his location. But as things got worse, Roran returned to Carvahall, and with the village's help, prevailed in building a strong resistance and fended off the Ra'zac, whom Roran called desecrators, and Galbatorix's soldiers.
The villagers prevailed in running the soldiers out, but it was decided that they should leave to save themselves.
It was shortly before the villagers' departure that Roran informed Sloan of his intention to marry Katrina and that because of this, she should go with him. Infuriated, the butcher asked Katrina to make a choice between her father or the man she loved. When she chose Roran, her father denied her inheritance, making both her and Roran destitute.
[edit] Escape
Roran, learning that more soldiers were coming to mount the attack against Carvahall and driven by the capture of Katrina (handed over by her own father, Sloan) changed his name to Stronghammer, as the villagers called him this. He led the villagers on an exodus through the Spine to Teirm, where Roran learned from Jeod that Eragon was the next Dragon Rider. Jeod supported Roran's quest and immediately decided to accompany the villagers to Surda, onboard the Dragon Wing with a group of sailors he claimed he "happened to meet." This group of sailors was loyal to the Varden. He stopped at Dauth and received the help of Lady Alarice before heading to The Burning Plains. He was considered, throughout this journey, the de facto leader of the people of Carvahall.
[edit] Battle of The Burning Plains
Roran was present at the Battle of The Burning Plains. During the battle, he hid behind a mound of bodies and was able to make a surprise attack on The Twins with his hammer. After cracking one of their skulls, the other one fell and writhed in pain. This was an obvious sign of a deep mind connection between them. Also, doing this eliminated the considerable threat the Twins were posing to Du Vrangr Gata and the Varden. After the battle, he made Eragon promise him that they would rescue Katrina from the Raz'ac and also kill the villains.
[edit] Behind the Scenes
[edit] Speculations
It is speculated by fans that Roran might become the next Dragon Rider, as he is related to Eragon and Murtagh through their mother. Also entertained is the possibility he might become either king when Galbatorix is defeated, or an executive figure if a democracy is created. The basis for this is that he lives in Palancar Valley and thus might have "blue blood."
