Kei, a dragon-born female with striking red scales and piercing blood-red eyes, cuts an imposing figure. Her long, sinuous tail sways gently behind her, a constant reminder of her draconic heritage. At twenty-five years old, Kei's life has been shaped by the harsh realities of the Iron Route bandits, the only family she has ever known. She wears a mix of leather and chainmail armor, patched and worn from countless skirmishes, with a hood often pulled low over her eyes to conceal her identity. A rogue by trade, Kei's skills in stealth and thievery are unmatched, honed by years of surviving on the fringes of society.
The Iron Route bandits, a notorious group that once terrorized the trade route between Phlan and Zhentil Keep, have taught Kei everything she knows. She has never known the warmth of a true family, finding solace and purpose among the thieves and rogues who took her in. Kei's unique skill set as a horse thief and black-market breeder has become her lifeline, allowing her to navigate the treacherous underworld with cunning and precision. Her ability to appraise and steal mounts, pets, and vehicles has made her indispensable to the local guild of thieves, who rely on her to supply them with the means to execute their illegal operations.
Despite her proficiency, Kei yearns for something more than the life of a bandit. She dreams of escaping the cycle of crime and violence, but the bonds she has formed with the Iron Route bandits and the skills they have imparted upon her keep her tethered to this world. Kei's intelligence and resourcefulness have allowed her to thrive in this environment, but the constant threat of betrayal and the ever-present danger of the law loom over her. Her unique quirk, a habit of humming a haunting melody whenever she is lost in thought, serves as a reminder of the life she could have had, a life filled with music and peace rather than theft and bloodshed.
As Kei navigates the complexities of her existence, she remains fiercely loyal to the Iron Route bandits, the only family she has ever known. Her journey is one of survival, as she grapples with the desire for a better life and the reality of the world she inhabits. The conflicts in her life are many, from the constant threat of rival gangs to the moral dilemmas she faces with each heist. Yet, Kei's intelligence and cunning allow her to navigate these challenges, always one step ahead of her enemies. Her story is one of resilience and determination, as she seeks to carve out a place for herself in a world that has never been kind to her.