Ruzza

 was a half-elf bard and a member of the Iron Shepherds. As an NPC, she was played by Matthew Mercer.

Appearance
She had an ashy-blonde pixie cut.

Personality
Ruzza was wily and confident, insulting members of the Mighty Nein even as she was being pursued down into the basement. She proved to be a competant spellcaster and willing to do anything to get the upper hand.

A group of dark figures (likely Dwelma, Protto, Ruzza, and Wohn) attacked Fjord, Jester, and Yasha when they moved away from the rest of the Mighty Nein camping for the night. The attack made no noise. After a struggle, Fjord, Jester, and Yasha were all bound and gagged. The Iron Shepherds dragged them to Lorenzo to show off their catches then locked them in cages. The carts with the cages continued along the road.

Beauregard, Caleb, Keg, Molly, and Nott ambushed the Iron Shepherds on the Glory Run Road. During the battle, Ruzza cast Hypnotic Pattern and Hold Person spells on the party, but they were able to resist her.

Bard Abilities

 * Bardic College
 * Bardic Inspiration
 * Expertise
 * Font of Inspiration
 * Jack of All Trades
 * Ritual Casting
 * Song of Rest
 * Spellcasting

Bard Spells
As a bard of 7th level or higher, Ruzza knew at least 3 cantrips and at least 8 spells.

1st-level

 * Cure Wounds

2nd-level

 * Hold Person

3rd-level

 * Hypnotic Pattern

4th-level

 * Confusion

Notable Items

 * Longsword