It's not really fair to bust on Jory too much. First of all, if Duncan wanted he could have just drafted Jory. We actually dont really know if Jory chose to be a Warden or was forced. Could have been one of those volunteer or else kind of deals. (Actually I think he won a tourny but still). As for running off to fight a war while his wife was expecting... Duncan probably used that fact against him when he was recruited. I can hear it now. Duncan saying stuff like "If we dont stop the Dark Spawn what will happen to your wife and child." People have been going to war, putting themselves at risk for that very reason forever. Is Jory one of my favorite charactors... no, not really; but he is one of the most human. he has doubts, he has conflicting emotions and feelings. He wants to protect his family and do his duty but he has limits. Sounds like pretty much everyone I served with when I was in the military if truth be told. I can understand why Duncan did what he did, doesnt mean I have to like it or approve. Especially when the truth about the Wardens is reveled later in the story. They certinly arent the knights in shining armor they pretend to be.