Duke Barradin

Duke Barradin, Pre-Searing
Duke Barradin is a member of Ascalon's nobility. Being a member of the royal family made him subject to many rumors prior to the Searing about his loyalty to King Adelbern, who ousted them from power by popular demand.

Duke Barradin is a profession trainer for warriors, specializing in hammers.

Quests given

 * The True King
 * Warrior's Challenge

Quests involved in

 * A Second Profession

Location

 * Pre-Searing Ascalon
 * The Barradin Estate

Dialogue
"Greetings, youngster. I am Duke Barradin. I train young Warriors in the art of Hammer Mastery. There is nothing that drives a point home like a hammer's mighty blow, don't you agree? What brings you here?"

Duke Barradin, Post-Searing
After the Searing, the duke's daughter, Lady Althea, was kidnapped by the Charr, and he led a daring foray into the Breach in an attempt to rescue her.

Quests given

 * Althea's Ashes
 * Fires in the North
 * The Siege of Piken Square
 * Hammer and Anvil

Quests involved in

 * Barradin's Stand

Location

 * Ascalon
 * Piken Square

Dialogue

 * "Greetings. I am Duke Barradin, and I'm in charge here."

Trivia

 * Duke Barradin's armor resembles Prophecies Knight's Armor, although it is far more ornate.
 * There is a location called Baradin Bay in Blizzard's World of Warcraft.