Edrastel was born on July 14th in the year 2984 of the Third Age. He spent his infancy and childhood years where he was born, in the town of Linhir upon the Rivers Gilrain and Serni in the province of Lebennin, Gondor. From a young age he learned the art of hunting with the bow and arrow as well as with the crossbow and bolt. His skill in hunting earned him the name "Curufaroth", meaning "clever hunter", among his friends in his hometown.

Edrastel's first journeys took him to the far south. During his travels into Haradwaith, he learned some of their language and discovered the truths of their culture. His southward journey taught him that not all Southrons were content with their allegiance with Sauron, and thenceforth he looked upon the Haradrim with pity rather than the hatred for their people that had grown in the hearts of his own people in Gondor.

Along with his love of the hunt, he always had a fascination with history and lore, interests which drove him to study in Minas Tirith for a time. In his journeys to the libraries of Minas Tirith he learned of the old kingdom of Arnor, kindling a desire within him to leave his homeland and venture north to see the ancient sites where Arnor's nation once stood, especially the old city of Fornost and the glorious capital of Annuminas.

Edrastel's greatest strength lies in his skills as a huntsman. Were it not for his true calling in the wilds, his deep love for lore and history could have easily led him to taking up loremastery. He has spent many months within the libraries of Minas Tirith and Rivendell learning of the great tales of the First Age and the years before. During his short time spent in Eriador, he has made many new friends and enemies. Recently, he has pledged his service to the Rangers of the North, having grown fond of the lands of Eriador and wishing to keep its inhabitants safe.