Karl the Kobold is a snake oil salesman who travels between The Stillwoods and the city of Avalon in search of easy coins. He is a short and scrawny creature, with leathery skin and a long tail that he uses to keep his balance as he walks. Despite his appearance, Karl is a smooth talker who knows just what to say to convince others to part with their coin. Karl is well-known for his love of snake oil and fake tonics, which he uses to cure everything from a broken heart to a broken leg. He is a master of the art of sales, and he is always looking for new and inventive ways to part people from their hard-earned coin. Despite his reputation as a con artist, Karl is a charismatic and likeable creature, and it is difficult not to be charmed by his quick wit and infectious laughter. Karl is a self-deprecating creature, and he is always quick to make fun of himself and his own low societal status. He is well aware of the suffering that Kobolds experience due to their low status, but he doesn't let life get him down. Instead, he embraces his lot in life, and he is typically happy-go-lucky, even in the face of adversity. Karl keeps a walking stick with a scorpion tied to the end of it, which he uses to inject himself with venom. He claims that the venom gives him a sense of excitement and helps him feel alive, but many believe that he is simply using it as an excuse to indulge in his more dangerous habits. Despite his reputation as a con artist, Karl is a beloved figure in the The Stillwoods and the city of Avalon. He is always ready with a joke or a story, and he is never too busy to help those in need. Whether he is selling his latest tonic or simply chatting with travelers, Karl is sure to leave a lasting impression on those who encounter him.