King Brand is the grandson of Bard the Bowman, and he reigned during the time of the War of the Ring. Though the Nazgul had approached him to join with Sauron, Brand rallied his people to stand beside the Dwarves of the Lonely Mountain against the Easterling threat when the armies from the east marched to war upon Erebor. Every bit as skilled as his bloodline would suggest, Brand fought valiantly in the Battle of Dale but was unfortunately slain while facing off against impossible odds.

Bard II is the son of King Brand and the heir to the throne of Dale. Having joined the ranks of the Knights of Dale at a young age, Bard quickly developed exceptional martial skill, worthy of the name bestowed upon him. He rose through the ranks to eventually become commander of the Knights. At the Battle of Dale, Bard fought alongside his father against the Easterling army. Though his father was slain and their forces driven back to Erebor, Bard, along with Thorin Stonehelm, rallied his people to push out from Erebor, facing the Easterling armies head-on and winning a great victory.

Both of these legendary heroes make ideal leaders for a Garrison of Dale army. They’re tough, hit hard, and fit in perfectly with the rest of your forces. Both of them will strengthen your army and add some serious hitting power to your front lines.