John Cadwell is a Gilnean cavalryman whose military career started when he joined the Gilnean Brigade in sailing to Kalimdor, under Crowley's orders. Surviving the Third War, Cadwell fought for the newly founded Theramore until its destruction. Now, he works as a freelancer of sorts, taking up paid work so long as it fits his patriotic ideals. Recently, he has fought in Stromgarde, working under Captain Agenent.