Headstrong, impetuous, short-tempered, and just plain short, Caerwyn is the only Knight (well, Knight-Trainee) of Ibia with the initiative to confront the darkness falling over Mederlund. Through her merciless bossiness, unrevealing armor, and lack of womanish figure all conspire to make her unliked by her companions, she is perhaps the only person capable of herding the heroes forward on their quest. Moreover, her spear-work and magic earn her respect, if not love.