Bradman

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Bradman
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Bradman, from Ultima VII
Species: human
Profession: trainer
Appearances
Ultima VII
Location: Yew

Bradman is an archer and trainer living in Yew during Ultima VII.

Description[edit]

Bradman had sought a quiet life in rustic Yew, moving away from the bustle of civilization partly in the hopes of dwelling closer to the famous archers, Iolo and Tseramed. A peaceable man who was contented to live in the company of nature, Bradman maintained a friendly rivalry with the other local trainer, Penni, whose focus on melee combat he regarded as clumsy and inexpert.[1]

Lore[edit]

Several people have moved to this area recently to escape the busier, urban life of Britain. The archery instructor and Tseramed, the ranger, are two who moved here for that reason.

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"There is nothing more beautiful than an arrow in flight, just before it strikes its mark."
Bradman teaches hand-eye coordination in the southeast area of the Deep Forest. He claims that agility is the cornerstone of most physical movement.
"Anyone can develop strong muscles, but only through coordination can those muscles act in harmony with the body and mind. Hitting thy foe with brute force is good, but hitting him in the right location, now that takes skill!"

Services[edit]

Bradman offered the following training services: [2]

Points Training Result Cost
(gp)
2 +2 DEX 30

Trivia[edit]

  • Bradman's portrait and name are based upon Brad Neufeld, a winner of the Ultima VI Immortality Contest.[3]
  • If Iolo is present in the party while talking to Bradman, he will be flattered upon learning of the man's admiration for him.[1]

References[edit]

  1. 1.0 1.1 Bradman. Underworld Dragon’s Ultima VII transcriptUltima VII. "job, Iolo, many, Penni, Tseramed, Yew".
  2. Morris, Andrew P. Ultima VII Clue Book (Ultima VII). Origin Systems, Inc.: 1992. Page 51.
  3. Ultima VII: The Black Gate - Characters List. July 2, 1991.