Little Thom

At a Glance
Origin:

Profession: Brawler (Warrior / ?)

Armament: Axe and Round Shield

Pros Cons
 * Can take a beating.
 * Deals a fair amount of damage.
 * Not very effective at holding monster's attention.
 * Stefan is slightly better defensively.

Behaviour
Little Thom is first seen in Barradin's Estate in the pre-searing world of Ascalon. Later in post-searing, he is mentioned by Farrah Cappo in Piken Square as someone who deserted the Ascalon forces that were being rampaged by the Charr. She has you attempt to deliver a message to him in The Red-Cloaked Deserter quest.

Little Thom is then found as a Henchman in all the city areas from Yak's Bend. He is described as a "Brawler" henchman, carries an axe, and charges into battle as soon as it is entered. He is most useful to supplement a party lacking in High-Damage Warriors.

Tips
Little Thom is a fair alternative to Stefan with higher damage and a little less defensive strength, but I find it is more effective to take both of them. By taking both they manage to corner enemies and hold their attention better, and of course if one dies you still have another tank to fall back on.