Talia Nightveil, a lithe and cunning Drow rogue, navigates the shadowy underbelly of the world with a grace that belies her dark heritage. Born in the subterranean city of Menzoberranzan, Talia's ebony skin and stark white hair are hallmarks of her race, yet her piercing violet eyes hold a depth of cunning and intelligence that sets her apart. At the age of 120, relatively young for a Drow, she has already carved out a name for herself as a master thief and spy, her agility and stealth unmatched in the dark corridors of her homeland.

Talia's path crossed with Merv, her loyal raven companion, during a perilous mission in the surface world. While scouting a human settlement, she stumbled upon a wounded raven, its wing broken and its spirit nearly extinguished. With a mixture of curiosity and a rare sense of empathy, Talia nursed the bird back to health, naming it Merv. Since then, Merv has become her eyes in the sky, a silent partner in her many clandestine operations.

Her attire is a blend of practicality and stealth, wearing a dark leather armor that clings to her slender frame, adorned with intricate silver patterns that shimmer faintly in the moonlight. A cloak of midnight blue, woven with threads of shadow magic, allows her to blend seamlessly into the darkness. Her weapons of choice are a pair of slender daggers, enchanted to silence their victims, and a shortbow for those moments when distance is her ally.

Talia's life is a constant dance with danger, her ambitions to rise above her station in the rigid Drow hierarchy driving her to undertake increasingly risky missions. Her unique quirk is her penchant for humming ancient Drow lullabies, a habit that soothes her nerves before a heist. Despite her skills, the oppressive society of her people and the constant threat of betrayal from her own kin keep her ambitions at bay. Yet, she persists, using her wit and Merv's keen senses to navigate the treacherous paths of her world, always seeking the next opportunity to prove her worth and perhaps, one day, claim a place of power among her people.