Character creation

Talin's clan doesn't have a name they call themselves, as it's just the clan, but with outsiders they use various names the most common of which is "Keepers of the Forest." They live in a densely wooded area near the town of Newgarden (a name they tend to speak with a little venom) which has been encroaching on the woods for generations, but in the last decade that growth has accellerated as more people move to the town for protection from new dangers in the wilds. That growth has increased demand for land and wood both of which lead to encroachment on the forest. What was already a tense situation when Talin was found by the Faeries is now very tense with the occasional skirmish and unusual alliances.

Talin has spent his time between the two communities as he grew up. With some work and a good cloak, he could pass for a small child in the Town, but now relies on his magic to appear as a full grown man and conduct unsanctioned business. He has been involved in black market operations and minor crime for a while now, but as tensions are increasing, he sees higher and higher risks. One of his human associates, another low caste named Chank, learned about the opportunity on the airship and was going to go, but got injured and Talin has taken his place in order to get away from the constant vigilance he lives with to stay safe (fully aware of the irony of going monster hunting to stay safe.)

Some working thoughts for Experiences:

"I run the back alleys and darkest glens."

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