Qual-Kehk

"Although tired and battered, the clan's Master at Arms still commands the unquestioning respect of his men. His eyes are grimly focused on the horizon, and he has the wistful demeanor of a man who knows he will soon sacrifice his life -- and those of his men -- in a battle that he may not win."

- Character description

Qual-Kehk was a mercenary captain based in Harrogath.

He distrusted Druids, but held great respect for Paladins, and appeared to worship the Light.

Biography
In his youth, Qual-Kehk considered taking a pilgrimage to Kurast. However, he decided against it, reflecting that "I was younger then, and foolish." He later asserted that his place at always been at Harrogath.

Despite residing in the shadow of Mount Arreat, he never dared venture to the mountain's summit.

Lord of Destruction
Qual-Kehk was the senior man-at-arms at Harrogath, and defended the city during Baal's assault on Mount Arreat. Even with most of his men dead, and others being trapped in the mountain passes, he swore to fight to the end to protect the mountain.

Salvation came in the form of a group of heroes who were in pursuit of Baal. They were able to defeat the Lord of Destruction, but at the cost of the Worldstone's destruction, and with it, Mount Arreat itself.

In-game
Qual-Kehk appears in Harrogath in of Diablo II. He gives the player the Rescue on Mount Arreat Quest and lets the player hire the Barbarian Warriors when they're rescued, after the Quest is completed, that is to say. Additionally, he gives the player the Runes Ral, Ort, and Tal, which, when put into a three Socketed Shield in that order, makes the Runeword "Ancient's Pledge."

Greetings

 * "Yes?"
 * "Yes, warrior?"
 * "What is it?"
 * "Can I help you?"
 * "Quickly, traveler."
 * "Morning."
 * "Afternoon."
 * "Evening."

Quests (Diablo II)

 * See the complete article on this quest at Rescue on Mount Arreat

The siege has ended, and Qual-Kehk is concerned about the Barbarians that have been captured by the demons. On your way up the mountain, free any you find imprisoned.

Mercenaries

 * See the complete article on mercenaries at Hirelings

Qual-Kehk serves as the Senior Man-At-Arms in Harrogath. As such, he offers players Barbarian Warriors once they complete the Rescue on Mount Arreat quest.