Astimar was a primary suspect when Chopper was killing folk, partly because he was skilled in handaxes (often had throwing contests at the Hagfish) and also because he was a bit dour, an outsider, and aloof. It didn’t help that he had spurned the Sczarni and the Scarnetti family both (they wanted his roguish skills), and they had fed the rumors. Astimar offered to help kill Chopper but he was turned away by Sherrif Casp Avertin (who later fell to Chopper). He left Sandpoint halfway through Chopper’s reign of terror, disillusioned by what he saw as the subtle racism and suspicion of the locals. He sought his own personal quest and is only now returning after 5 years, eager to see his old friend, Magnus, who's written to him occasionally and says Sandpoint has changed for the better. Arrives the day before the festival.
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