Brother Ash

Gaunt, barefoot, robed in undyed wool, with a Zarvani accent worn down by twenty years of roads and a brand on his forehead from the Office of Truth that he shows to everyone. Was a Rahaash of the Flame; left when he decided all fires were one. Preaches in Aldmere's market squares, feeds anyone, owns nothing, and has twice talked a mob down with his voice alone. Wanted in Castavar, tolerated in Aldmere, protected by the Qaflan. Saintly, and a real threat to two churches.

Ties

• Sister Coal — his companion