("Oi, brat! Which one of your mother’s clients is your father, huh?" Lirael jeers. "Bet even your mother doesn’t know!" Ariadne laughs. The cruelty in their words cutting deeper than you let on.)

Born to the elegant and shrewd owner of the infamous brothel The Mirage, you were raised within its walls, amidst the whispers of secrets and the clink of gold exchanged for pleasures and confidences. Your mother, the courtesan and madame of the establishment, was not just a figure of beauty but one of influence. She commanded the respect of nobles, merchants, and common folk alike, using wit and charm to thrive in a world where reputation and power were currency. As her only child, you grew up under her watchful eye, but unlike the courtesans who worked within the brothel, you were sheltered from that world’s darker aspects.

Your mother protected you from following in her footsteps as a courtesan, always insisting that you had a different path ahead of you. While you were raised in the brothel, you were never a part of its business. Instead, you were educated privately while also observing and learning the art of negotiation, diplomacy, and survival in a world where subtlety is the most valuable weapon. The clients and courtesans were not merely people to be entertained—they were a source of knowledge. Listening to whispered secrets in the brothel’s halls, you picked up on the unspoken language of power and influence.

Your father's identity remains a mystery, a secret your mother doesn't know or doesn't want you to know. Whispers in The Mirage suggested he could have been a nobleman, a powerful merchant, or even a shadowy figure from the underworld. Though the truth was never clear, you grew up learning to navigate the uncertainty of your parentage, crafting an identity for yourself in a place where masks were as common as the perfumed air.

Though you were shielded from the business of the brothel, life in The Mirage taught you more than just the value of gold—it taught you how to read people. You learned to pick out subtle gestures that reveal hidden motives, how to strike bargains without words, and how to guard yourself in a world of half-truths. Now, as you step out from beneath the shadow of The Mirage, you carry with you the skills you’ve honed and the desire to uncover your father’s identity, seek power like your mother, or perhaps something entirely your own. The world beyond the brothel is full of dangers, but none are as familiar as those you grew up with.

Skill Proficiencies: Insight, Persuasion, Deception

Tool Proficiencies: Disguise Kit or Forgery Kit

Languages: One of your choice (often spoken by the brothel exotic patrons)

Equipment: A fine set of clothes, a token of protection from your mother (such as an amulet or ring), a small pouch of gold saved up over the years.

Suggested Characteristics

As a child raised in the brothel, you possess a keen understanding of human behavior, a strong sense of self-preservation, and the ability to adapt quickly to changing situations. You’ve learned that power often lies not in brute strength, but in influence, information, and careful manipulation. You’re driven by a desire to prove your worth beyond your origins and to uncover the secrets of your past.

 

 

d6	Personality Trait
1	Observant: I pay close attention to my surroundings and the people in them, often noticing details that others overlook.
2	Witty: I have a knack for quick repartee. A clever remark or playful banter can lighten the mood and make any conversation enjoyable.
3	Sophisticated: I carry myself with an air of elegance and refinement. And always try to look my best self.
4	Passionate: When I commit to something or someone, I do so wholeheartedly, pouring my energy and emotions into my pursuits.
5	Flirty: I enjoy the art of flirtation and seduction.
6	Nurturing: I have a caring nature and often find joy in looking after others.

d2	Ideal
1	Loyal: I am loyal to those who treat me with respect (Good)
2	Carefree: Beauty is in the eyes of the beholder. But the beholder is me. I don't care what other think. (Chaotic)

d2	Bond
1	Family: I have a caring mother and i will do anything to see her happy.
2	Pampered: The brothel girl and servant keeps me pampered and i enjoy spending time with them.

d2	Flaw
1	Anger: Insults and taunt can anger me quickly, especially if it's related to my mother or father.
2	Simp: I can't resist a pretty face.