Herdy isn't a travelling hero, he's not half-dragon or a man with no memory. He doesn't have a troubled past and he doesn't have a world-shattering secret.
He doesn't have any unique magical abilities, and he isn't the last surviving member of a family with royal blood. He doesn't describe himself with words like 'effortless' or 'complicated'.
He doesn't eat Chinese food either.
Herdy is just a Psion, who is interested in learning. Go figure... or meditate, it's up to you.