A.R.A.I.

A.R.A.I or Automated Robotic Artificial Intelligence Model XP10000RXI was Warforged and programmed as an anthropologist, designed to study humans and similar humanoid creatures and generate reports on how best to defeat enemies by observing their tactics. He belonged to an Emperor, a very powerful wizard, who taught ARAI some tricks for fun, when he was bored between battles. But one day, a sneaky rogue that was unknown by the Emperor's assets got past security and assassinated the Emperor. ARAI was given his freedom as a reward for his years of service, some money, and three of his companions, who pledged to follow and serve him. Travelling over Kardis pass, ARAI met a far traveler that told ARAI and his companions about the city of Dire Arch and the city's plea for help. ARAI answered!