Kris grew up in the biggest town in the area, Niðaróss, where he got involved with a rough gang. He got in trouble a lot, but never anything too serious. As he grew into a young adult he realized he was heading down a bad path, so he decided he needed a new start. Leaving Niðaróss he headed inland, settling in Þýdal and trying to fit in. So far he has tried farming, which he doesn't really like, and has helped Gobber with some of his blacksmithing tasks. That doesn't seem like a good long term plan though. The recent rumblings about the impending goblin army has gotten him thinking about becoming a warrior or scout of some sort. He doesn't like being told what to do, but he is good at improvising and making quick decisions on the spot.