Overview
Bastian is a member of the Blackcrag Dominion council and the councilor responsible for scouting. He advises George alongside Ulrich, bringing intelligence about Shroudvale, nearby regions, and the practical limits of searching across Valrindor.
History
George brings Bastian and Ulrich to Pelagia when Blackcrag asks Theryssa and Thiravos to send mages against Shroudvale. During the negotiations, Bastian briefs them on Blackcrag's scouting missions into Shroudvale and the threat of essence shapers. He attends the meeting where George makes the secret heir arrangement that leads to Garrik's birth, and he promises to keep the bargain hidden. During Nero's later stay in Blackcrag, Bastian discusses Shroudvale, scouting work, and unrest in Shaoying and Linsothar with him.
Bastian remains on the council during Garrik's adulthood. He provides intelligence on skirmishes and unrest in Shaoying and Linsothar, questions the crystal heart Astrid brings from Morindel, and takes part in the council meeting over who should rule after Garrik and Astrid disappear. At that meeting, Bastian argues that searching all of Valrindor is futile if Garrik and Astrid choose to hide.
Bastian remains a Blackcrag councilor through Garrik's adulthood.