Esdra

History
The Tanar'ri Tiefling calling themself Esdra came across a group of adventurers from Freehearth on their way north to investigate rumours of falling gemstones. Coming across several demonic creatures known as Bulezau, Esdra took the opportunity when they were distracted to get a chance to finish off the fiends, which had previously pursued them to the surface.

Unsure what else to do on the surface, Esdra followed their new acquaintances with the intent on finding some place to stay during their time topside and quickly found themself staying in the same lodgings as another neather, Maeve.

Introduction
A good hunt, a bad year

I pulled my axe from the spider. Much was good, plenty of food, no one to starve, no one hurt. That’s when I first saw them, off in the distance of the caves. Slinking away, back home, I told my family what I’d seen.

Later, I saw them again, this time more of them, closer. They nearly spotted me, but I was quicker, I was silent.

Most of all, I remember returning home, another successful hunt, another good prey. But as I returned, nothing was right. Wrath, survival, flight. Running through the tunnels, hearing the sounds behind me, chased, cornered.

In my flight, I slew one of the horned ones. Staggered, bleeding, I escaped, hid, survived.

The tunnels were filled with gloom, something was lost. Sadness, worry, wrath. Need to keep moving, away, faster.

How long has it been? It’s getting harder to keep track. Doesn’t matter, keep moving, don’t stop.

Finally, the surface, never seen such light before. Too open, not safe, need cover, but it seems safer. Less danger, fewer foes, maybe find safety here.

Basics

 * Height: 1.75 m (5 ft 9 in)
 * Weight: 70 kg (154 lbs)
 * Current Location: Freehearth
 * Education: Hunting, defence, oversight. Focus on notable threats they've encountered in the Underdark.

Physical appearance

 * Eye Colour: Burning gold
 * Hair Colour: Burnt auburn
 * Skin Tone: Dark grey
 * Build: Lean, fit
 * Ears: Noticeable points, tilted to the side and slightly widened in a way that differs from an elf.
 * Distinguishing features: The long black nails on their hands and feet might be more aptly described as claws. Slim needle-like teeth and prominent fangs, sharp facial features. Face is usually covered by a mask.
 * Preferred Outfit: Silvery-grey tunic made from light but sturdy spider silk, clear signs of wear and tear. Sturdy dark green-grey hood worn on top, made from a sturdier fabric, probably spun from the threads of some creature from the Underdark. The neck of the hood is braced by a pair of Bulezau horns. Hood is usually pulled up, especially on the surface. Pulled down when visibility and mobility is a greater concern. Wears fine but worn boots of some unknown leather, tightly fitted with an opening at the front for their not-quite-human clawed feet. Overall: simple design of high quality with functionality as a primary concern. Showing wear and tear.
 * Accessories: The Bulezau horns decorating their hood. Wears a mask that is white with grey edges, including around the eyes, dark lines flowing down from them. Few adornments overall.
 * Level of Grooming: Rough on first meeting, improvements after having had a chance to rest. Not overdone, but enough to prevent issues, certainly.
 * Other Details: Rarely removes the mask.

Behaviour

 * Movement: Sharp, reactive movements, long, fast strides. Enters lower stance when things get intense.
 * Finer Details: The way they observe and react to others is reminiscient of a bird of prey. Sharp, jerky movements with eyes focussing harshly as needed.
 * Demonic Transformation: In serious moments, can take on a more demonic appearance. Matted black wings, black claws on their hands and feet elongating. Horns growing longer, sharp points turning pale. [Mask]

Speech and Communication

 * Talk Speed: Average, gets faster when agitated.
 * Style of Speech: Quiet and understated. Condescending and harsh when frustrated with a conversation.
 * Accent: Their common is slightly broken and a bit archaic (IG) Bloody mess, I don't know (IRL)
 * Posture: Varies, low and prepared or alert being the most common.
 * General Expression: Mask.
 * Do they Gesture?: In a restrained manner. More wild when agitated.
 * How much eye contact that they like to make?: Piercing, uncomfortable.
 * Personal Motto: We all must earn our place in this world, the useless shall perish.
 * Speech Impediments: None
 * Distinguishing Speech “tics”: Often mixes in Undercommon and Abyssal in their speech, especially if speaking one of their less familiar languages (like Common).
 * What's their laugh like?: You've not heard it.
 * Describe their Smile: Mask.
 * How emotive are they?: Mask.