Rasa "Ziki" Arziki was born in the harsh, sun-scorched desert city of Khar Benidir, where survival depended on cunning and resilience. Growing up in poverty, Ziki learned the art of negotiation, barter, and trade from an early age. Despite the scarcity of resources, he thrived on the challenge of turning meager beginnings into profitable ventures. His flowing robes are adorned with a myriad of rings, chains, and other intricate adornments that jingle and chime melodiously as he moves. Each piece tells a story, collected from various places and trades, and together they create a symphony that Ziki manipulates to weave his magic. In his youth, Ziki was deeply devoted to Adellum, the God of Luck. He believed that fortune favored the bold and that his success was a blessing from Adellum. Ziki's devotions included rituals and offerings to ensure continued prosperity. His faith in Adellum was unwavering, and his luck seemed endless. As his reputation grew, so did his wealth. Ziki's skill as a merchant brought him not only wealth but also love. He met Elara, a skilled weaver from a neighboring town. Their love blossomed quickly, and they married, vowing to build a prosperous future together. However, Ziki's obsession with wealth and fortune led him to make risky deals and dangerous bargains. One such deal involved a cursed artifact, promising immense wealth at the cost of something precious. Blinded by desire, Ziki ignored the warnings. The curse struck, leading to the untimely death of his beloved wife, Elara. Devastated and guilt-ridden, Ziki realized that his pursuit of fortune had brought him nothing but misery. He abandoned his faith in Adellum, feeling betrayed by the god he once revered.
In his grief, Ziki found solace in Qisyn, the Goddess of Trade. He sought redemption through honest trade and vowed to use his skills to help others rather than exploit them. His new devotion was not just about trade but also about fairness and justice. Ziki became a nomadic merchant, traveling from town to town, offering fair deals and helping struggling communities. Despite his new path, Ziki's heart ached with the loss of Elara. He learned of an ancient artifact, the Sands of Time, capable of controlling and altering time and history. Driven by a desire to undo his past mistakes, Ziki embarked on a quest to find this artifact. He dreams of trading all his fortunes for a chance to return to a humble life with Elara by his side.