The Gnoll is the tallest of the contestants. He sharpens his blade near one of the statues. - Festival of Heroes (GS-ADV1)

Gnoll contestant at the Festival of Heroes. His savagery is known by the other participants;

“That’s Awook. He took the test of champions last year. I heard he ate one of the other competitors.” The Halfling shrugs. “I mean… it’s probably just a rumor.” - Pulgor, Festival of Heroes (GS-ADV1)

He proves his skill by eliminating an enemy encampment quietly and meeting you inside the walls, where you surprise Tog, an Ogre;

• If you slay it, you will win Tarik's approval.
• If you let it go, Tarik will keep his eye on you.

Following the events at Blacklake, Tarik leaves you with a durgolium sack for housing interplanar objects.