Having given it some thought, the Shieldmaiden's name is now Ellen. ^^; No last name yet, though...<br/><br/>And having talked it over with our magnificent DM, he's agreed to give my sample build a shot in actual play, on the condition that I not act like a jerk toward the rest of the party.  I wasn't planning on doing so anyway, so I have no problems with the arrangement. ^^<br/><br/>Here's hoping we have many fun adventures together.