Sharrod
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Sym Sharrod was the professor of archaeology at the University of Pakhar.
He led an expedition to find the Diadem. Upon discovering it, the professor touched the Diadem and fell under its influence. He murdered his accompanying students, who he feared were plotting against him. Another group, composed of mercenaries, shot the professor and took the Diadem. (PROSE: Legacy)