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Kosrakir, Protector of Aranthaes

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As second in command of the City Guard, Field Commander Kosrakir, Protector of Aranthaes, is responsible for security of the island itself – its approaches, its villages, and the long, vulnerable stretches between safety and wilderness. A tiefling, Kosrakir bears his heritage openly but without the ornament that’s fashionable in the city. His horns are scarred, his battle-tarnished plate armour functional rather than ceremonial. Those who serve under him know him as direct, uncompromising, and relentlessly fair. He does not tolerate disorder, but neither does he rule through fear. Orders

Thaelema Arkannis

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Thaelema’s faith has never been loud. She does not preach in the streets or preside over ceremonies, and few outside the poorest districts of Aranthaes would recognise her by name. Yet to many, she is the most tangible expression of the Mother’s mercy – the one who ensures that hunger is answered with food, and despair with warmth. Originally trained as a cleric, Thaelema chose an unusual path within the Church. After years of service tending the sick and distributing alms, she set aside most formal duties and retrained as

Vyvaen Weller

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Vyvaen does not speak often, and when she does, it is with purpose. She is not a theologian, nor does she involve herself in doctrinal debate. Her faith is expressed through vigilance, discipline, and the quiet certainty that some things must simply be defended, without hesitation or excuse. As Mother Superior – Warden of the Sanctum, Vyvaen bears responsibility for the physical protection of the Church’s most sacred spaces and figures. Temples, reliquaries, processions, and the Holy Mother herself fall under her charge. She organises the Temple Security Unit with

Ermile Valenor

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As Mother Overseer, Ermile does not lead through vision or spectacle, nor does she seek to inspire through personal charisma. Instead, she has become essential through constancy. Where others speak for the faith, Ermile ensures that it continues smoothly — attending to details, maintaining traditions, and making decisions that keep the Church of the Mother steady and coherent. She has served the Defenders for many years as a quiet organising force. As second in command to Rilith Jol’gonas, Ermile oversees rites, manages correspondence between temples, and ensures that the practical

Vavyin Galpris

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Vavyin Galpris is the head of the Crescent Moon Battalion, Aranthaes’ elite Merchant Police force. She is a master of stealth and subterfuge, trained in the art of assassination and skilled in both melee and ranged combat. Vavyin has dedicated her life to protecting her merchant paymasters from threats both within and outside the city. Vavyin grew up on the streets of Aranthaes Wynds, learning to fend for herself at a young age. She fell in with a group of thieves and began honing her skills in stealth and pickpocketing.

Raistum Magus

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Raistum Magus is Head of the Zephyr Battalion – Aranthaes Merchant Police. He was born in Aranthaes City, son of a wealthy merchant, and grew up with a love for magic. He spent most of his early life studying and practicing the arcane arts, eventually becoming a powerful wizard. He was recruited by the Aranthaes Merchant Police in his 60’s and became the head of the Zephyr Battalion 2 years later. Cold and calculating, Raistum has earned a reputation as the Morley family’s arcane watchdog. He personally directs investigations into

Orlonas Dasir

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Orlonas Dasir is precise in everything she does. She speaks carefully, moves deliberately, and rarely reveals more than is necessary. Where others within the Church command through presence or strength, Orlonas operates through insight – watching, listening, and waiting until she understands exactly where pressure must be applied. Hand-picked by Rilith Jol’gonas to be Mother Superior – Prefect of Doctrine, Orlonas is entrusted with tasks that cannot be addressed openly. She investigates heresy, subversion, and threats to the Church that hide behind legality, respectability, or false piety. Her work is

Taygor Saraius

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Taygor was born and raised in the forests surrounding Aranthaes, and has always had a strong connection to nature. He became a druid at a young age and dedicated his life to protecting the forests surrounding Aranthaes and the wildlife inside and out of the great city from harm. When he was asked to lead the Merchant Volunteers Battalion, he saw it as an opportunity to protect the city and its people from within. Taygor has a weathered, rugged appearance, with a wild mane of gray hair and a thick

Wyshard Denbew

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Wyshard Denbew is a young flamboyant merchant living in Aranthaes City. He is obsessed with his appearance and constantly brags about his wealth, despite being far from wealthy. He is often found in the city’s high-end establishments, trying to impress others with his expensive clothing and flashy jewelry. Wyshard grew up in a poor family in Aranthaes Wynds, but always dreamed of living a life of luxury and extravagance. He quickly realized that his looks and charisma could help him get what he wanted, and he began to steal and

Hashakh

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Hashakh was born in the Underdark, where she was trained in the dark arts of necromancy by her family, but as is the case with many who seek out a life of adventure, she felt like she never fitted in with her kind. Drawn to the surface world and the ways of the living, Hashakh set off on a journey to find a new home. As she was leaving, she met Khamsa Oudasi, a wealthy merchant who was visiting the Underdark on business. The two became fast friends, and Khamsa

Robynne

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Robynne is the enigmatic and undisputed head of the Red Cloaks. Born to an elven mother and a human father – both accomplished criminals – she grew up in the shadowed margins of Aranthaes society. Her parents belonged to a drifting bandit cohort that prowled the outer trade roads, leaving Robynne’s childhood shaped by constant movement, cold camps, and the harsh lessons of survival outside the law. She was trained in every clandestine skill her parents possessed. Lockpicking, sleight of hand, forgery, knife-work, infiltration, and misdirection were taught to her

Akzir Aerum

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Akzir was born to famed gold merchant Aurto Aerum and his tiefling mistress in the same year as half-sister Alus, but was kept secret from the public eye, living with his mother. When Akzir was 14 years old, his mother was killed in a raid by the Red Cloaks, leaving him with nothing but his father’s name and the hatred of all bandits. In his late teenage years, Akzir was taken under the wing of the City Guard and trained to become a paladin. He quickly rose through the ranks,

Alus Aerum

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Alus has always been the dutiful daughter of Aurto Aerum, managing the family business with precision and ruthlessness. But behind her composed exterior lies a dark secret: Alus has made a pact with an otherworldly being, gaining magical powers in exchange for her soul. She uses her powers to manipulate those around her, always looking for ways to expand the family’s wealth and power. Growing up, Alus was always the responsible one in the Aerum household. While her younger sister Annis spent her days dreaming of adventure or visiting High

Annis Aerum

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Annis is the youngest daughter of Aurto Aerum, one of the most successful gold traders in Aranthaes. Despite being born into wealth and privilege, Annis is a devout cleric of Lady Bune’s Defenders of the Mother, and is determined to use her position as an apprentice gold merchant to help the church in any way she can. When she’s not working in her family’s gold business, she spends much of her time between High Temple, studying and praying, and distributing food to the poor on the streets of Aranthaes Wynds

Aurto Aerum

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Aurto Aerum was born into a wealthy merchant family and has always had a talent for business. He started his career as a gold trader in his youth and quickly rose to prominence in the Aranthaes gold markets. His shrewd business sense and charm have earned him a great deal of wealth and influence in the city. Aurto is well-known for his extravagant taste, often dressing in fine silk clothing and carrying an ornate gold cane. He is father to two daughters, Annis and Alus, and their half-brother Azkir. Aurto’s

Abigail Hart

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Always up-beat and cheerful, Abigail Hart was born in Rochpont, the only child of a small-town blacksmith and his wife. From a young age, Abigail was always fascinated by the stories her parents would tell her of knights and paladins, and she dreamed of one day becoming a hero herself. As she grew older, Abigail realized that her passion for justice and righteousness was more than just a childish fancy. She began training with her father in the forge, honing her strength and endurance. She also began studying the holy

Galhert Harewood

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Galhert Harewood’s merchant parents were killed in a bandit ambush when he was just a young boy. His grandfather, Godwin Harewood, took him and his younger brother Ossian in and raised them as his own. Galhert was filled with a burning desire for revenge, and he vowed to track down his parents’ killers and bring them to justice. As he grew older, Galhert trained himself in the art of tracking and hunting, becoming a skilled ranger. He spent years travelling the wilderness, gathering information and following leads in his quest

Ossian Harewood

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Ossian Harewood was born and raised in Aranthaes. His parents were both merchants, killed by bandits when Ossian was just a child. The attack left him permanently blind in one eye. His grandfather, Commander Godwin Harewood, took him and his younger brother Galhert in and raised them as his own. Despite his partial blindness, Ossian was determined to become a fighter and wished to follow his grandfather by joining the City Guard as soon as he was able. His proud grandfather trained him in swordplay and combat tactics, and Ossian

Godwin Harewood

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Godwin Harewood served in the Aranthaes City Guard for over 40 years, eventually rising to the rank of commander. He retired from active duty at the age of 65, but still keeps tabs on what’s going on in the city through his network of former colleagues and friends, including his past pupil Eryndor. After his daughter and her husband were killed in a bandit ambush, Godwin took his grandchildren Ossian and Galhert into his home and raised them as his own. He has a gruff exterior, but is fiercely protective

Rogmesh Drua

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Rogmesh Drua was born into a family of half-orc mercenaries. She grew up watching her older brother, Kzhak aka Darkness become a legendary fighter and leader of their clan. However, Rogmesh always felt like she didn’t quite fit in. She had a fascination with fire that her family couldn’t understand, and her outgoing and charismatic personality often caused her to clash with her more reserved kin. Eventually, Rogmesh left her clan and struck out on her own as a mercenary for hire. She quickly discovered her natural talent for magic,