Appearance

Body Features

Tall, muscular physique, constantly training his body so he can be strong enough, six-pack. Some scaring on his torso from the battles he's gone through, and if seen from behind without his Gi, two major claw slash marks running down his back.

Facial Features

Slightly pointed ear, sharp tusks, nice strong chiseled chin, forest green eyes long flowing black hair tied in a bun. If looked closely where the arrow is will see a wide scar being covered by it.

Identifying Characteristics

An arrow pointed down on his forehead just like his sensei had, three lines on chin that have been there since birth.

Apparel & Accessories

Dresses in his standard training Gi one piece with the Holy Symbol of Iass sewn on the area of the heart, boots, shorts, a brown strapped belt around his waist, two bandoliers along his shoulder straps, a silver necklace with a marble as the charm.

Mentality

Personal history

As a mere baby Murk was abandoned in the streets of some nameless town in Steton. Instead of being a meal for the vicious monsters that live there, however, Murk was taking in and raised by a loving human couple. At age 6 his parents had their own girl, and Murk a little sister. At age 10... tragedy struck. A routine trip was ruined by a vicious gang of Goblins. They murdered his parents in front of him and the last thing Murk saw before he blacked out was his younger sister get dragged away, crying for him. When he awoke, nothing remained of his family. He then wandered on his own for 5 years, kicked out place after place, beaten and seen as a random monster. When all hoped seemed lost, a guiding light led him to the Floating Peaks of Steton, and through some miracle he was able to survive the harsh peaks and come across the people who lived there. Still not completely accepted, the townsfolk tolerated Murk and allowed him to stay. Even one of the Monks there took pity on him and showed him the basics of martial arts, and acted as a new family member to him. The day his sensei passed away, Murk took off on his own as an adventurer, swearing he would do everything in his power to help people get through their own adversities, just as he did.

Education

Murk's mother taught him the basics of cooking, and Murk's sensei decided it was more important for him to read and write like a true wise one... than it was for him to do basic math. He does know how to do mathematics it just...takes him awhile. Any other skill he has learned has been through constant trial and error he has gone through while on the road.

Mental Trauma

Because of Murk's family being taken from his from Goblins he has a bit of a distain for them. That is not to say he hates them all, Murk loves being friends with everyone, but if he were to see a group of goblins threatened some helpless folks, Murk would not show mercy. And due to his sensei being killed by chimeras and being the creatures that scarred his back, Murk has both a fear and rage for them.

Morality & Philosophy

Murk's goals in life are simply to see his friends happy and safe. He also lives by quotes his master taught him through the years:
"Sparring with friends helps strengthen the body and relationships."
"It's not good to rush into conflict without knowing every angle"
"For a warrior, overthinking can be both a necessity and a curse."
"Everything can be rebuilt."
"Friendship and connections are ever expanding!"
"You make a mess, you clean it best."
"Good food is one thing, but people to share it with makes it all the more delicious."

Personality

Motivation

To make lots of friends and make sure they're all happy and safe.

Quotes & Catchphrases

"Hello friend! My name's Murk."

Likes & Dislikes

Likes:
His friends, his cat, most other things
 
Dislikes: Chimeras, Bullies, People who make his friends cry

Virtues & Personality perks

Murk can make some mean sushi. Has started expanded on his culinary skills and he and his friends have begun using the term "Murk Cuisine" for his dishes.

Social

Current Residence

The Last Grove

Contacts & Relations

Murk likes to make friends with most anyone he goes on missions with. But as of right now in his life, there are some he'd consider the closest and his new family.
 
Roland Price: One of the first people Murk adventured with and the one who showed him he could have a new home at the Grove.
 
Tai: Another one he first adventured with. Always happy to have Murk's back and his Best Buddy.
 
Mideine Starflower: The first person Murk told the story of his family to, and in turn they told their story to Murk. And Murk knows he can never hide anything from Mideine, for they care too much to let him.
 
Iavain Zaumitore: His girlfriend and the first person Murk has ever had romantic feelings for. He holds her deep within his heart and vows to do anything he can for her.

Religious Views

Follows his Lady Iass but will respect others religions and not push his ideals on anyone.

Mannerisms

Will almost have a big grin on his face, if not then that is a sure sign something has greatly upset him, weather it be his past or something tragic currently happening.

Hobbies & Pets

Brown, short-haired kitten named Grace.

Speech

Will do his best to try and give wise sage advice, but will be scared of saying the wrong thing.