Desmond, known in his past life as 'Desmond the Desolate,' is a unique blend of earth and water genasi, hailing from the vibrant and sun-drenched island of Barbados. His appearance is striking; his skin is a mosaic of earthy tones interspersed with shimmering, water-like hues, and his body is crisscrossed with cracks filled with a vibrant, multi-colored crystal that pulses with a faint, otherworldly light. Desmond's age is hard to pinpoint, but the wisdom in his eyes suggests he has seen more than most in his years. His attire is a mix of practicality and homage to his heritage, wearing a durable yet colorful tunic and trousers, with a cloak that seems to ripple like water when he moves.

Born to a neglectful water genasi father and a nurturing earth genasi mother, Desmond's early life was marred by hardship. His father, a man devoid of paternal instinct, sold young Desmond to Markus Godbreed, the ruthless owner of a notorious fighting arena. There, Desmond was thrust into the brutal world of combat, facing beasts and formidable opponents from a tender age. The arena was his crucible, forging him into a formidable fighter, but at a great cost. During a particularly vicious bout, Desmond suffered a grave injury, losing an eye, which led Markus to discard him like refuse, tossing him off a cliff.

On the brink of death, Desmond was discovered by Ves, a tiefling with a fiery spirit and a heart of gold, and Vladimir, a bugbear with a thick Russian accent and a gentle soul. Both former arena fighters themselves, they had escaped the life of violence to build a new existence, running a cozy tavern. They nursed Desmond back to health, offering him not just physical healing but a new family and a sense of belonging.

Desmond's journey is one of resilience and transformation. From the depths of despair and abandonment, he finds a new purpose in the warmth of his new family's embrace. His unique heritage and the trials he endured shape him into a protector of the weak, driven by a deep-seated need to prevent others from suffering as he did. His story is a testament to the power of redemption and the strength found in unity and love.