Aredian

Aredian
Also known as:	The Witchfinder
Status:	Deceased
Biographical Information
Race:	Human
Gender:	Male
Statistics
Affiliation:	Uther Pendragon
Enemies:	Gaius
Behind the Scenes
Portrayer:	Charles Dance
List of Appearances:	The Witchfinder

Aredian was the most feared and revered Witchfinder in all the known lands.

Biography

Since the Great Purge he has made a name for himself by hunting out sorcerers, with deadly results. He framed Gaius for sorcery and this almost resulted in Gaius' execution. Whether he was a true sorcerer is unknown but Merlin placed a toad in his mouth and he was accused of being a sorcerer. Aredian tried to bargain his way out by taking Morgana hostage but Merlin burned his knife and he lost his balance and smashed through a window before falling to his death.

Personality

Aredian was ruthless and didn't care whether he caught a real sorcerer or not, caring only about

getting paid. He showed indifference to the lives of other people and framed Gaius for sorcery by placing a magical amulet in Gaius' chambers. Aredian wouldn't hesitate to break a deal and claimed that he never bargained with sorcerers. He was also secretive and never revealed how he tracked down sorcerers. This along with the fact that he possessed a magical amulet suggests that he may have been a sorcerer himself. Aredian was condescending,

Accusing Merlin

speaking disrespectfully to Uther and calling him lazy and idle. He was also dismissive towards Arthur and though he claimed he knew Arthur's reputation as a warrior he said he had no need of him.