Manga

Appearance

Manga stands at an imposing 9 feet tall, which is average for a minotaur. His most distinctive feature is his cut-off horns, a mark of his exile from the Minotaur Empire of Xwin, as well as a finely cut beard. He dresses simply in a blacksmith's garb or regular village attire, reflecting his practical nature and detachment from his homeland.

Personality

Manga is known for his cheerful and calm demeanor. He believes that strength should be used to protect oneself and others rather than to conquer or impose one's will. This conviction guides his actions and interactions, making him a man of routine and discipline.

Background

Early life and exile

Manga's past is marked by significant turmoil and transformation. Once a warrior trained in the Empire of Xwin, he was introduced in his youth to ideas about the proper purpose of strength by an old warrior who later became his mentor. His refusal to participate in a raid on a defenseless village led to his exile, and his horns were cut off as a sign of disgrace.

New life in Earlwood

Seeking refuge, Manga arrived in Earlwood around 60 years ago. Initially met with suspicion due to the ongoing conflict between humans and minotaurs, he gradually earned the villagers' trust through his skills in blacksmithing and rune crafting. His involvement in defending Earlwood during the Goblin Crisis further solidified his place in the community.

Relationships

Family

Manga has a family in the Empire of Xwin, including a father who was a general, but he has not seen them for over 60 years. Despite missing them, he does not let these emotions bring him to grief and values the deep relationships he has formed in Earlwood.

Friends and allies

Manga is close friends with Alaric Audet , the leader of the Guild in Earlwood. They share a deep bond forged during the Goblin Crisis. The villagers have come to respect Manga for his skills and his philosophical outlook.

Enemies

Manga's only enemies are those who threaten his friends or his village. He remains an outcast to the Empire of Xwin, where he is considered a traitor.

Romantic interests

Currently, Manga has no romantic interests and lives alone.

Role in the story

Main and side quests

In Dimraeth, Manga serves as a side character who provides valuable services and wisdom to the player. As the village blacksmith, he offers blacksmithing and rune crafting services. He also engages players in quests that introduce them to the broader conflicts between humans and minotaurs, such as seeking out spies from the Minotaur Empire. This quest, where Manga asks the player to seek out minotaur spies near Earlwood, helps the player understand the human-minotaur conflicts and rewards them with gold, runes, and increased reputation with Manga.

Skills and abilities

Combat skills

Trained as a soldier in the Empire of Xwin, Manga retains his combat abilities but uses them sparingly, in keeping with his belief that strength exists to protect rather than to dominate.

Crafting skills

Manga's primary skills now lie in blacksmithing and rune crafting, which he perfected after settling in Earlwood. These skills are not only practical but also a means for him to contribute to the safety and well-being of his community.