You’ve just arrived in a swampy, dim town. As you look around, your gaze is met with shacks and cabins. It smells of rotted wood and wet moss. You duck and step into a tattered tent, illuminated by a series of candles suspended in the air. At the back of the tent, an old hag raises her head, “What brings you to this dingy town? she begins, then pauses to study your face—”Ah, it’s you. I’ve been expecting you. Sit,” she gestures at a cushion, “Tell me your story.”
Martin the Tiny is a peculiar and lively character, a 42-year-old half ling who possesses an adventurous spirit that belies his diminutive stature. Standing at just under three feet tall, Martin carries himself with an air of confidence and charisma that easily draws others to him. With twinkling hazel eyes that reflect his mischievous nature, he possesses a youthful energy that defies his age. Born into a humble half ling family, Martin was raised in a bustling village nestled amidst rolling hills and sprawling meadows. From a young age, he exhibited an insatiable curiosity and an unwavering desire to explore the world beyond the borders of his familiar homeland. His insistent wanderlust eventually led him to leave his cozy village, bidding farewell to his family and friends, in search of grand adventures. Despite his small stature, Martin possesses a wiry quickness and agility, honed by years of traversing treacherous terrains and dodging danger. He possesses a nimble grace that allows him to navigate through tight spaces with ease, making him an exceptional scout and thief. His nimbleness, coupled with an almost supernatural ability to blend into his surroundings, earned him the nickname "the Tiny" among those who have witnessed his daring escapades.
