Gnoll contestant at the Festival of Heroes. His looks and stature can be quite intimidating to the locals.

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

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.