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#91 Akrutis
Among Alastria's trolls, Akrutis stands out not just for their massive green form, but for their unique ability to switch between savage troll nature and surprising civility at will. Like a nobleman who occasionally enjoys mud wrestling, Akrutis chooses when to be refined and when to embrace their more primitive instincts.
In diplomatic settings, they can shock visitors by displaying impeccable manners and engaging in intellectual discourse, only to return to smashing trees and roaring at the moon when the mood strikes. This duality makes them particularly unpredictable - one never knows if they'll be greeted by the philosopher or the beast.
Their selective civilization has made them valuable as an intermediary between troll-kind and other races, though negotiations can become tense when they decide mid-conversation that it's time for a more "traditional" troll approach to problem-solving.
As they often say, in perfectly articulated common tongue before ripping a boulder from the earth, "Civilization is a choice, and sometimes I choose not to be civilized."
#92 Amber Scotch
The Scotch sisters have made quite a name for themselves on Alastria's waters, though Amber's success as a pirate captain would be even greater if her daughter wasn't constantly throwing wrenches into her plans. Together with her sister Lanna, Amber leads their crew with a strict adherence to their own unique pirates' code - a mix of traditional piracy and peculiar family values.
Their sisterly bond makes them a formidable team: Amber's strategic mind pairs perfectly with Lanna's fierce loyalty and combat skills. Their reputation for honoring deals (at least with those who respect their code) has earned them reliable contacts in various ports, though they're still pirates through and through.
The only real thorn in their operation is Amber's troublesome daughter, whose attempts to "help" often resulted in chaos. Until an actof sabotage and theft of a boat got in the way of their mother dughter relationship, The ocean is big enough fot he both of them so they try keep their distance.
As Amber often says while cleaning up another of her daughter's messes, "Family is like the sea - you can't control it, you just learn to navigate it."
#93 Arkos Graz
On what should have been his deathbed, Arkos Graz received what some would call a gift, others a curse - eternal life through vampirism. The identity of the master who turned him remains one of his many closely guarded secrets, protected by the intricate codes of vampire society.
Now he walks through Alastria's nights, serving his unnamed master's will with unwavering loyalty. Unlike younger vampires who flaunt their power, Arkos maintains a subtle presence, his centuries of experience teaching him the value of discretion. His refined manners and quiet demeanor mask both his true nature and his deadly capabilities.
As a member of vampire society's intricate hierarchy, he operates within a complex web of ancient traditions and unspoken rules. The secrecy surrounding his master's identity isn't merely personal choice - it's part of the elaborate social structure that has kept vampire society hidden yet thriving for millennia.
As he often says when questioned about his origins, "Some debts can only be repaid with eternal service, and some names are best left unspoken."
#94 Big Sue
In a delightful twist of irony, Big Sue stands barely five feet tall, but the flames she commands reach heights that justify her nickname. Her small stature and delicate features often lead to fatal underestimation by those who don't know about her mastery over fire.
The nickname started as a joke in her village, but as her powers grew, so did the meaning behind it. Her flames dance to her will with extraordinary precision - she can create infernos large enough to engulf buildings or tiny flames delicate enough to light a single candle from across a room. The size of her fire magic is matched only by her control over it.
What makes her particularly remarkable is how she carries her power - with a hint of amusement at the contrast between her physical size and the magnitude of her flames. She's been known to let people make their short jokes, only to respond with a casual display of her "bigger" characteristics.
As she often says with a mischievous smile, "Size isn't everything - unless we're talking about fireballs."
#95 Lanna Scotch
While Amber Scotch may be the captain, it's her sister Lanna who brings the thunder to their pirating operations. The more aggressive of the Scotch sisters, Lanna serves as both first mate and fierce protector, her loyalty to Amber as unshakeable as her reputation for violence when crossed.
In battle, Lanna is a whirlwind of controlled fury, leading boarding parties with a ferocity that's become legendary along Alastria's coastlines. Yet this aggression never extends to questioning her sister's leadership - she knows their strength lies in their partnership, with Amber's strategic mind complementing her own combat prowess.
Their crew often jokes that while Amber plays the political game with traders and ports, Lanna's approach to negotiation typically involves significantly more threatening. She takes particular pleasure in defending her sister's honor, and many a foolish sailor has learned the hard way not to disrespect the Scotch family name.
As she often says while cleaning her blade after another successful raid, "Amber makes the plans, I make them hurt - that's why we work."
#96 Rene Trudert
In the scholarly circles of Alastria, Rene Trudert stands unique as the author of "The Tribal Way" - the most comprehensive guide to orc tribal culture ever compiled. What makes this achievement particularly remarkable is that he survived long enough to write it, having spent years living among various orc tribes, documenting their customs, beliefs, and social structures.
His book has become an invaluable resource for diplomats, traders, and adventurers, offering detailed insights into how to identify different tribes by their markings, customs, and behavioral patterns. The text goes beyond simple anthropology, delving deep into orc religious practices, tribal rivalries, and even dietary preferences - knowledge that can mean the difference between life and death when encountering orc bands.
What sets his work apart is its respectful approach to orc culture, treating their traditions with the same academic rigor usually reserved for more "civilized" societies. His detailed observations about inter-tribal relations have prevented numerous conflicts and facilitated unprecedented peaceful interactions.
As he often says during his lectures, "Understanding isn't just about survival - it's about recognizing that 'savage' is often just another word for 'different.'"
#97 Root
#98 Stix
When a wandering witch cursed this dark elf to the underworld upon death, she probably didn't expect to do him a favor. In the depths of hell, Stix discovered his true calling - becoming a demon with a flair for the dramatically desperate kind of evil that makes other demons roll their eyes.
His transformation from dark elf to demon brought out a peculiar brand of villainy - part calculated malevolence, part hysterical theater. While other demons brood in shadows and plot dire schemes, Stix approaches evil with the enthusiasm of someone who's finally found their dream job, albeit with a slightly unhinged edge.
His plans often involve unnecessarily complex schemes and dramatic monologues, delivered with such passionate desperation that even his victims sometimes find themselves awkwardly invested in his success. Other demons find his style perplexing, but can't argue with his results.
As he often declares while orchestrating his latest over-complicated plot, "Why be quietly evil when you can be SPECTACULARLY villainous?" - usually followed by maniacal laughter that he's clearly practiced in front of a broker mirror.
#99 The Bone Collector
Among Alastria's demons, The Bone Collector stands apart for his peculiar obsession with honorable combat and worthy opponents. Unlike demons who simply kill and destroy, he curates a macabre museum of skeletal trophies, each bone earned through ritual combat with those he deems worthy of his collection.
His challenges follow strict rules - warriors must face him in single combat and demonstrate exceptional courage and skill. It's not enough to simply die fighting; one must impress him with their valor and determination. Those who show cowardice or surrender are deemed unworthy, their bones left to dust rather than joining his prestigious collection.
Each bone in his possession tells a story of legendary combat, carefully preserved and displayed with almost reverent care. He can recite the tale of every warrior in his collection, remembering each battle with perfect clarity. Some say being selected for his collection is as much an honor as it is a death sentence.
As he often declares before combat, "Your bones will tell your story long after your flesh has failed you - if you prove worthy of my collection."
#100 The Fence
Behind one of Alastria's most beautiful faces operates one of its shrewdest criminal minds. Known simply as The Fence, she's turned the art of selling stolen goods into a sophisticated enterprise that rivals legitimate merchant houses. Her nickname "Too Hot to Handle" refers not just to her striking appearance, but to the recently stolen merchandise she expertly moves through the black market.
Operating from what appears to be an upscale boutique, she maintains a delicate balance between the thieves' guild, corrupt officials, and various criminal enterprises. Her protection from the guild doesn't come cheap, but she considers it a necessary business expense, just like the bribes she regularly distributes to keep her operation running smoothly.
What makes her particularly successful is her ability to maintain a legitimate facade while running her illegal empire. High society knows her as a successful businesswoman, while the criminal underworld recognizes her as their most reliable connection to quick gold.
As she often says while examining newly acquired goods, "Everything has two prices - what it's worth, and what someone's willing to pay to keep it quiet."
#101 The Vixen
For over a century, The Vixen has turned vengeance into an art form. This fairy, who witnessed humans destroy her ancestral forest and slaughter her kin, has transformed from a nature spirit into something far more sinister - a deadly trickster who uses her victims' own greed and curiosity against them.
Her methods are as varied as they are cruel: ethereal lights leading travelers into bogs, enchanting songs drawing hunters into deadly traps, or promises of fairy gold leading the greedy to their doom. Each death is both revenge for her lost home and a warning to protect her new one.
What makes her particularly dangerous is her patience, honed over a hundred years of plotting. Unlike younger fairies who act on impulse, she carefully selects her victims and crafts elaborate scenarios for their demise. Her hatred of humans has only grown sharper with time, like a blade polished by centuries of use.
As she often whispers to her dying victims, "Your kind taught us that beauty can hide cruelty. We learned the lesson well."
#102 Trik
In a tragic tale of jealousy and vengeance, a witch's scorned love transformed an unfaithful lover into one of Alastria's most fearsome beasts. Where once stood a handsome man who dared to dally with a seamstress in the meadows, now towers Trik - a monstrous creature bristling with countless horns and spikes, his form a testament to his creator's spite.
The transformation granted him tremendous strength and power, but at the cost of his humanity. Each horn and spike represents a different aspect of his punishment - some say they grow longer with each passing year, others whisper that new ones sprout with every attempt to break the curse.
Despite his terrifying appearance and colossal strength, traces of his former self occasionally show through, particularly when he encounters couples in love - moments that fill him with both rage and regret. His roars echo through forests like thunder, but those who listen carefully might hear something like weeping in their aftermath.
As local lovers now warn, "Keep your vows true, or end up like the beast with a thousand thorns."
#103 Valregis
#104 Vidi Dargent
#105 Viele
