Backstory

Minister Rica stands as the esteemed head of the Sea and Stone Chapel in Milboliton, dedicated to the worship of Shontea, the Earth Mother, and Umberly, the Sea Queen. His life has been a journey marked by dedication and faith, having grown up orphaned amidst the city's hallowed corridors of learning. A gentle soul with a profound connection to nature and the sea, Rica initially learned the spiritual arts as a tool for understanding the complex forces that shaped the world. Over the years, he became known for his warm, approachable demeanor, as well as his uncanny ability to forge harmony amongst the often conflicting desires of worshippers of Shontea and Umberly. Rica's presence is a constant source of comfort and guidance for the citizens of Milboliton, where he also serves as a mediator for local disputes. Beyond his public persona, Rica harbors a secret that only a select few know about: the knowledge of a hidden pathway beneath Milboliton leading directly to one of the ancient Bukhara Spires, remnants of a magic once capable of summoning unimaginable power. Despite his friendly nature, Rica bears the burden of this secret alone, fearing that if the pathway were to fall into the wrong hands, it could bring about renewed chaos or rekindle old conflicts on Coia.