dungeon meshi

This world is a fascinating place full of peculiarities. Set in a medieval fantasy setting, it is inhabited by magical creatures such as dragons, basilisks, shapeshifters, slimes, among others, and dungeons that are, in a way, common. The story unfolds in a gigantic underground dungeon, discovered in a small village, when a man emerged from the depths of the catacombs, claiming to be the king of a golden kingdom that fell a thousand years ago. This kingdom had been sealed underground by a lunatic wizard. With his last words, the man, before turning to dust, declared: "I grant my entire kingdom to whoever defeats the wizard." This dungeon is a vast and dangerous labyrinth, composed of multiple levels, each filled with traps, treasures and a great diversity of creatures. The dungeon itself is practically a world apart, containing its own biomes and ecosystems, where monsters inhabit and organize themselves in unique ways. There are forests, deserts, swamps, and even oceans within the dungeon levels, each with its own rules and challenges. Although all of these environments are located underground, they are so vast and diverse that they often feel like completely separate worlds. The inhabitants of this world range from ordinary humans to other races such as elves, dwarves, and many others, including magical beings. Magic is an integral part of life, being used both in combat and in everyday tasks, treated with a certain practicality.

Magic is deeply connected to spirits, who respond to the desires of those who channel their energies. It permeates all aspects of life, especially in dungeons, and is accessible to many, varying according to the user and the context. It manifests itself in everything from protective enchantments to complex spells that alter reality. Wizards and sorcerers, common among adventurers, specialize in areas such as fire, healing, illusions or evocation. Magic is also crucial in interacting with monsters, facilitating their defeat or manipulation. Alchemy, a form of magic, combines natural and supernatural ingredients to create restorative and enhancing potions. In addition to being practical, magic has cultural and spiritual elements, reflecting the traditions and beliefs of different races. Gnome magic is the magic of request, where the wizard requests help from spirits, making it unpredictable but less exhausting. Elven magic, on the other hand, is a form of command that forces spirits to obey, consuming more mana but with greater precision. Dark Magic is a forbidden form that involves forces beyond comprehension, with great sacrifices of mana. Although useful, magic is dangerous. Powerful spells require skill, and excessive use can drain life energy. In dungeons, where natural laws are distorted, magic can be unpredictable, requiring caution. In short, it is both a tool and an art, essential for the survival of adventurers.

Dungeons in this world are like magical domes or terrariums where spirits settle and create their own small ecosystems. These environments are formed when spirits find a suitable place to survive, which can be a cave, a forest or even an artificially created structure. When this happens, they begin to attract creatures and monsters, which begin to inhabit the dungeon. Over time, these places become separate worlds, with their own rules and dynamics. At the magic school in this world, students learn to create dungeons in small pots or containers. They prepare a suitable environment inside these pots, so that the spirits feel comfortable and want to stay there. If successful, the spirits begin to shape the inside of the container, attracting miniature monsters and creating a micro-ecosystem. These miniature dungeons serve both as study tools and as demonstrations of magical ability, showing the power of interaction between spirits and the environment. These dungeons, even in pots, follow the same rules as larger ones: if the spirits are happy and the environment is favorable, they will continue to develop the space, making it more complex and full of life. Therefore, the creation of dungeons directly depends on the ability to create an environment that attracts and sustains the spirits, who then establish a unique "little world" within these domes. Furthermore, in dungeons, although people can die, they do not die completely because their souls are partially trapped in their bodies, which makes it much easier to use revival magic.

Average Height: Male: 180 cm Female: 170 cm Age of Maturity: 16 years Average Life Expectancy: 60 years (short-lived breed) The name "Tall Men" derives from both their imposing stature and the length of their limbs. Other races often call them "longlegs". They are one of the most numerous races, making up about a third of the world's population. Physically, they are the second tallest race, behind only the ogres. There is a wide variety of skin tones and hair colors among the Tall Men, although some regions, such as the Eastern Archipelago, may show greater uniformity in these characteristics. The average lifespan of a Tall Man is 60 years. When Tall Men have offspring with ogres or halffoots, the offspring are viable, which has contributed to the expansion of the population of this race. They now inhabit a wide swath of territory, including the Western Continent, the Eastern Archipelago, and the Northern Continent. In the adventuring life, Tall Men are quite common. Their height and size are seen as advantages, and they utilize a wide variety of combat styles and weapons. Additionally, some members of this race have an affinity for magic.

Average Height: Male: 135 cm Female: 125 cm Age of Maturity: 40 years Average Lifespan: 200 years (long-lived breed) Dwarves are known for their short stature and stocky build. Extremely strong, they are able to wield heavy swords and shields with ease, though they tire quickly. They have darkvision and very sensitive semicircular canals in their ears, which can cause discomfort after events such as teleportation. Dwarf ears are firm and thick, in contrast to the Halffoots' ears. Although they generally do not move much, some people may have reflexes that cause their ears to move slightly forward or backward. Among dwarves, there is a belief that large ears mean you are a country bumpkin, while small ears are associated with people with "thin skin." Dwarves are among the longest-lived races, next to elves, living approximately 2.5 times longer than Tall Men. They do, however, generally have no affinity for magic and can feel ill when magic is used on them, having the lowest magical energy threshold of all races. While most dwarves have a good sense of direction, there are exceptions. It is common for some female dwarves to grow facial hair, and they are very muscular and have little body fat. In general, dwarves believe that their weapons are of the highest quality, and they place great importance on metallurgy and mineral working. Many are excellent blacksmiths and have a deep knowledge of minerals. Since ancient times, dwarves have been passionate about dungeon exploration. Adventuring dwarves tend to prefer light armor, possibly due to their low stamina.

Gnomes are one of the shorter races, along with the Halffoots, characterized by their slightly drooping eyes, large ears, and pink noses. Their hands and feet are proportionately larger in relation to their bodies. Although similar in stature to dwarves, gnomes tend to be slightly thinner. Female gnomes have rounder, softer bodies. Since time immemorial, gnomes have lived in harmony with the spirits of nature, establishing a unique system of magic that involves borrowing the services of the spirits, as if they were their neighbors. Unlike elves, who compel spirits to generate phenomena, gnomes make requests of spirits in the air, resulting in less precise but powerful effects that are easier for the caster to perform. Because of this simplicity, gnome magic is recommended for Tall Men. Both gnome culture and environments are similar to those of dwarves, which often leads other races to confuse the two or treat them as one. Populations of gnomes are found in the Eastern Continent, the Southern Continent, and the eastern part of the Western Continent. These areas often border dwarven territories, furthering the confusion between the two races. Gnomes also participated in the war between elves and dwarves on the Isle, fighting on the side of the dwarves. This alliance is likely due to the different views that gnomes and elves have on spirits. While gnomes view spirits as sacred, elves treat them as natural phenomena, with both believing that their ways of utilizing spirits are the "correct" ones.

Average Height: Male: 100 cm Female: 95 cm Age of Maturity: 14 years Average Lifespan: 50 years (short-lived breed) The Halffoots are a race of small, lightweight humanoids with exceptional hearing. They have a lifespan similar to that of the Tall Men, but their true age can be difficult to discern due to their childlike appearance. They often face discrimination and prejudice, but they nevertheless seek to live proudly as they are. In some areas, such as the Eastern Archipelago, Halffoots are rare. In these regions, it is believed that Halffoots will eventually grow up to become Tall Men or Dwarves, which contributes to confusion and misunderstandings about their true nature. Halffoots have large, thin ears, and most can move them, though some cannot. There is a belief among them that having thicker ears is a sign of intelligence, an idea possibly inspired by the thick ears of dwarves. Supposedly, the name "Halffeet" arose when the elves first arrived in their land and noticed that the Halffeet's footprints were half the size of those left by the Tall Men.

Average Height: Male: 155 cm Female: 150 cm Age of Maturity: 80 years Average Life Expectancy: 400 years (long-lived breed) Elves are a humanoid race, easily recognized by their pointed ears and slight build, with little sexual dimorphism. However, it is their longevity that sets them apart, similar to dwarves, living about five times longer than Tall Men. Despite this, their birth rate is low, resulting in a steady decline in the population. Elves have the highest magical energy limit of all races, which allows them to use a wide range of magic. They often act in groups as raiders or healers. Their ears, which resemble those of goats—soft, thin, and easily movable—are a striking feature. Some elves believe that the sharper the tips of the ears, the more beautiful the person is considered. However, elves generally do not get along with other races, especially orcs.

Orcs are a short-lived, semi-human race with a life expectancy of 55 years. Males are an average height of 160 cm (5 ft 3 in) and females 150 cm (5 ft 1 in), reaching maturity at age 14. They have a robust build, pig-like features such as upturned noses, curly tails, and, in some, boar-like tusks. Their bodies are covered in short, tough hair, which is fine and bristly when young. A striking feature is the practice of inserting fragments of monster bones under the skin, forming horns that indicate hierarchical status; the more horns, the more powerful the orc. Orcs have a keen sense of smell, identifying individuals by scent, and despite their large bodies, they have little body fat and are extremely muscular. They live in tribes, where the chief usually has several wives, and maintain a close relationship with wargs, whom they view as companions. In the Isle dungeon, the third generation of orcs are highly hostile to adventurers, feeding corpses to their wargs to prevent resurrection. Driven from their homelands by long-lived races such as the Tall Men and Elves, the orcs now live in isolated populations, mostly in the mountains and dungeons of the Eastern Continent, Southern Continent, and Northern Continent. Despised and feared by other races, many orcs were slaughtered and forced to take refuge in dungeons, where they continue to be the target of animosity.

Average Height: Male: 200 cm Female: 190 cm Age of Maturity: 15 years Average Life Expectancy: 58 years (short-lived breed) Ogres are a distinct humanoid race, characterized by two short horns emerging from their foreheads, as well as their large stature and stocky build. They pride themselves on their incredible strength, though this is offset by their voracious appetites, which must be sated in order to maintain this strength. Ogres truly excel as attackers in dungeon expeditions. There is a common misconception among other races that ogres' strength lies in their horns and canine teeth, and that removing them would make them weak. For this reason, many ogres choose to intentionally remove their horns and canine teeth in order to better integrate and live among other races.

Beastmen are semi-human beings artificially created through the use of ancient magic. They arise from a process in which the soul of a beast is fused with that of a human, resulting in a new hybrid creature. They were originally designed to serve as soldiers. Known forms of beastmen include bearmen, wolfmen, tigermen, catmen, ratmen, and deermen.

Average Height: Male: 150 cm Female: 140 cm Age of Maturity: 13 years Average Lifespan: 55 years (short-lived demi-human race) Kobolds are hairy humanoids with canine-like faces. They have an extremely keen sense of smell, capable of instantly identifying and remembering the scents of their companions and enemies. Due to the unique structure of their vocal cords, kobolds have difficulty speaking the common language, even when properly taught. This vocal limitation contributes to the lack of communication between them and other races. In addition, they are highly resistant to poisons and can consume spoiled food without becoming ill. Little is known about kobold culture due to their isolation and limited communication with other races. This isolation, coupled with the fact that many kobolds are viewed only as slaves, makes them often considered pitiful. Kobolds are found primarily in the deserts of the Western Continent, where they thrive due to their ability to survive in harsh environments, something few other races can do. In their native lands, kobolds can be extremely cruel and hostile, often as a result of resource scarcity.

Monsters are a variety of creatures that inhabit dungeons. Some are magically created and obey the orders of wizards, acting as loyal servants. These monsters are made to perform specific tasks, such as protecting areas or attacking intruders. On the other hand, there are monsters that behave like wild animals, living independently and following their instincts. In addition to these, there are many other types of monsters, each with their own characteristics and behaviors, making dungeons unpredictable and dangerous places.

Basilisks look like chickens with a snake for a tail. However, it is believed that the snake part is actually the head, since if a basilisk is cut in half, the part with the snake head lives longer. The dividing line between the head and the tail is a point of contention. They have spurs on the back of their claws that contain a deadly venom. Their eggs are soft and bean-shaped, like snake eggs, and are laid every 2-3 days, just like chickens. The eggs appear to have no egg white. They hatch from eggs that look very much like baby chicks with small snake tails.

Cockatrices look like a rooster with a snake for a tail, very similar to basilisks, but are about twice the size. Their wings are tricolored in layers from light to dark, and appear to have three claws on the wingtip. The snake part has a cross-stripe pattern. The snake side has venomous fangs. Their venom causes petrification. Their eggs, like those of a basilisk, look like snake eggs, but are significantly larger than basilisk eggs (about the size of a dwarf's arm).

Nightmares, also known as shen, are clam-like creatures that are actually a type of dragon. They hide in pillows and invade people’s dreams, feeding on their emotions, especially emotional wounds caused by stress or trauma. These nightmares exacerbate painful memories to trigger bad dreams, and if the victim remains trapped in this state, they can weaken and die. Awakening someone who is under the influence of a nightmare can cause mental damage, but for minor nightmares, it may only result in memory loss of the dream. One way to defeat a nightmare is to fall asleep using the victim’s body as a pillow and enter their dream, protecting their emotional wounds. However, this method is dangerous and should only be performed by experts.

Golems are magical creatures formed from a central core and humanoid bodies of mud, earth, and stone. The core controls the golem, determining its size, shape, and behavior. Golems are extremely loyal and will only follow the orders written on their cores. Although the bulk of a golem is earthly material, a small portion of its composition includes crushed human bone, a closely guarded secret. Golems can be used for a variety of purposes, and in dungeons, they are usually designed for defense, attacking intruders. To deactivate a golem, it is necessary to remove or disable its core, provided its location is known. Although they are well-tolerant of heat and humidity, golems require regular maintenance every month or two.

Mimics resemble large hermit crabs that typically use treasure chests as their "shells", although they can use any container as a home. Juvenile mimics are about the size of a thumb. Younger mimics often use other objects as their shells, such as pots, helmets, or animal skulls.

Living Armors resemble hollow armor that moves on its own, and until recently were thought to be real armor animated by an unknown wizard. However, they are actually a type of armor-mimicking mollusk. They consist of colonies of individuals that gather when they are older, joining their bodies together, and then move by contracting like muscles. Like land snails, they drown if placed in water. Their associated weapons can be used as real weapons, but adventurers should be warned that they may themselves house a Living Armor.

Cleaners are small, slug-like creatures about the size of a fingernail that move along trails like ants. Their secretions have the ability to contain fires and repair damage to structures, restoring them to their original state. They are harmless and appear in dungeons when there is damage, such as after an explosion. They clean and repair any damaged area, including structures created by adventurers, and feed on organic and inorganic waste. Each species of cleaner has specific dietary preferences and conditions for its activity. Using their secretions, they fill in and restore broken areas, recreating even small details, such as the weathering of stone.

Wargs resemble large dogs with bear-like features. Their ears are small in comparison to their heads, and they have sharp teeth, including a pair that curve upward from the lower jaw. Wargs' fur has a velvety texture.

Changelings are flat-topped mushrooms, similar to the king oyster mushroom, that sprout in rings known as "fairy rings." They release spores capable of altering the physical nature of anything that enters the ring, transforming living beings and objects into related species or items. This transformation can occur in a variety of contexts, such as in circles of people holding hands with spores on their clothing. For example, changeling spores can transform humanoids into other humanoid species or objects into similarly structured items. The changes in inanimate objects occur more quickly, while living creatures experience physical changes that can cause high fevers and symptoms similar to food poisoning. If left untreated, changelings can grow inside victims, leading to a loss of identity. It is theorized that changelings use this ability to propagate their species. A transformed animal, for example, may be rejected by its peers due to its new appearance, eventually dying and forming a new "fairy ring" of changelings.

In the year 510, the brothers Laios and Falin joined a gold mining group, protecting the gold scavengers from monsters. Laios and Falin left the group after a year in 511, forming their own group with Chilchuck, Shuro, and Namari. Later, Falin's friend Marcille came to the island to meet with Falin, hoping to bring her friend back to school with her. After visiting the first floor of the dungeon with Falin and Laios, Marcille was impressed by the immortality spell placed on the dungeon. She joined Laios' group in Year 512 to learn more about the dungeon with them. While searching for the deepest point of the dungeon, Laios' group lost several days' worth of food and unfortunately encountered a red dragon on the fifth floor. Weakened by exhaustion and hunger, the group was unable to defeat the dragon, leaving many of the members unconscious. The dragon attempted to eat Laios, but he was saved when Falin pushed it out of the way. The dragon ate Falin instead, who used the last of his strength to teleport the members to the surface of the dungeon. The three remaining members, including Laios, Marcille, and Chilchuck, ventured into the dungeon again to find Falin and resurrect her. With no funds or food, the party had to resort to eating the monsters in the dungeon to survive. After unsuccessfully cooking a scorpion and a walking mushroom, they were approached by Senshi. Senshi, a dwarf who had lived in the dungeon for many years, used his expertise in dungeon cooking to advise the party and cook a suitable meal for them. Senshi asked to join the party, both because he wanted to make sure the party was well fed and to fulfill his dream of cooking the red dragon.

Laios is a tall man, standing at 6'1" tall and 26 years old. He has short blond hair and golden eyes, preferring to keep himself clean-shaven to differentiate himself from his father. His attire consists of armor covering his torso, metal bracers and kneepads, and leather boots. Underneath, he wears beige pants and a white shirt.

Laios is a strong, intelligent, kind, and optimistic leader. He shows a much greater interest in monsters than in people, knowing almost everything about their nature, behavior, and even anatomy. His skill in dealing with monsters is impressive, but this makes him seem crazy to others, as he has difficulty understanding and being understood. Falin is the only one who truly understands what he means. Laios often says things that seem nonsensical and may even seem like a sociopath, but in reality, he just doesn't know how to express himself well. Despite this, he cares deeply about the safety of others, putting it above his own. Although he has a hyper-focus on monsters, he is aware that monsters are dangerous and that one's guard should never be lowered. He was the one who suggested the idea of ​​eating the monsters in the dungeon. Whenever he encounters mermaids, he tries to sing the song along with them, as this can help him escape the hypnosis, but he never manages to finish the song, which leaves him disappointed.

Laios and his sister Falin grew up in an unnamed village in the north, where their father was the chief. From an early age, Laios was curious about the world around him, even bringing home a box of insect eggs. At the age of 11, after hearing about a ghost in the cemetery, he and Falin set out to investigate it. During this adventure, he accidentally held the ghost's hand, which attempted to possess him. It was at this moment that Falin's talent for cleric magic awakened, saving Laios. Although the villagers reacted with fear, Laios encouraged her, telling her that she could help many people if she mastered her skills.

Laios received the book The Dungeon Gourmet Guide as a gift from his parents, which fascinated him deeply. He read the book constantly, even fighting with Falin over reading it. However, at some point, the book was damaged by other people, which was a great disappointment to him.

At the age of 12, Laios left his village, partly due to Falin's ostracism for his magical talent, to attend a boarding school, from which he graduated after six years. He then joined the army, but deserted after three years as he was unable to adapt to military life. After that, he joined a caravan, doing odd jobs along the way, and gradually made his way south towards the Island. A year after Laios' departure, Falin also left the village to study at the Academy of Magic, and the brothers kept in touch by letters.

Eventually, Laios visited the Magic Academy where Falin was studying, and she insisted on accompanying him to the Island. In the year 510, the siblings began their adventuring careers on the Island, joining a gold mining group. During this time, Laios died for the first time in the dungeons, being killed by Living Armors, and was fearful of them for a time afterward.

Senshi is a 112-year-old dwarf of robust build, standing 4'4" tall with tanned skin. His hair is long and his eyes are black. He has a long, shaggy beard. Senshi is rarely seen without his full-plate helmet, adorned with horns and marked by an "X" scar in the center. It is an item of great sentimental value to him. He wears leather forearm guards. His armor consists of metal plates covering his calves and hip area, and sandals.

Senshi is a gentle and docile character, but he can also be extremely stubborn, even to the point of being stubborn. His stubbornness often causes conflicts with other members of the group, especially Marcille and occasionally Chilchuck. However, Senshi sees them as young people who are still growing, and thus cares deeply about their nutrition, especially Chilchuck's, due to his time in the dungeon. Because he does not know the Halffoots very well, Senshi sometimes treats Chilchuck like a child.

Passionate about cooking, Senshi believes that a meal should be tasty and nutritious. However, he can be quite careless, often falling into traps even when warned. He has no interest in smithing or weapon maintenance, often neglecting these tasks. Senshi has a strong belief in taking only what is needed and returning what was taken to the dungeon, becoming frustrated when others do not respect this practice.

He despises all forms of magic, believing that its excessive use can lead to one's downfall. He prefers to do things the traditional way and initially refuses to use magic, though he eventually accepts the ones essential to traversing the dungeon. Senshi is also uncomfortable with resurrection magic, believing that it is unnatural for people to come back from the dead. In short, he treats magic with great seriousness and caution.

Senshi is originally from Izganda and, after losing his parents at the age of 22, was taken in by Gillin, who became a brotherly figure. At the age of 35, Senshi was part of a small mining group led by Gillin, who explored ancient ruins in search of riches. On one expedition, they discovered a hidden dungeon on an island. As they delved deeper, the group became lost and ran out of food, which led them to sacrifice their mare to survive. Over time, members of the group were killed by a bird monster, probably a griffin, until only Senshi, Brigan and Gillin remained. Tense arguments arose between Gillin and Brigan about how to care for Senshi, culminating in Brigan's death during a fight with the griffin. After the battle, Gillin prepared soup for Senshi and disappeared, leaving him with the doubt whether the meat was from the griffin or Brigan, something that haunted him for years.

Senshi, traumatized, decided to explore the area around the base, but did not find the bodies of his companions, only some equipment, such as Gillin's helmet and an adamantine shield, which he transformed into a pot. Captured by the orcs, Senshi ended up befriending them, exchanging knowledge and finally managing to get to the surface. Unable to return to his homeland due to the trauma, Senshi built a life on the dungeon floors, where he took care of maintenance, grew vegetables and maintained trade relations with the orcs.

Chilchuck is a 29-year-old half-footer, 4'10" tall with fair skin, short reddish-brown hair, and dark brown eyes. He is said to be tall for a half-footer and is slender due to careful weight control. As typical dungeon attire, he wears a brown padded vest and a green scarf over a white long-sleeved shirt, fingerless leather gloves, black pants, and leather boots.

Chilchuck is the most mature member of the group, often serving as the voice of reason. He is intelligent, responsible, and practical, but also kind and empathetic. His cunning leads him to be cautious, rarely accepting adventuring jobs without payment in advance, a lesson learned through his experiences exploring as a Halffoot. While he is more open to trying monsters as food than Marcille, he still refuses to eat those with human characteristics.

Chilchuck plays the role of rogue in the group, a responsibility that keeps him constantly on guard, as failure to disarm or avoid traps could put his companions in mortal danger. When his warnings are ignored, he quickly becomes angry, revealing the burden he bears in this role.

He prefers to keep his personal life separate from his work, sharing little about himself, as he believes that divisions in adventuring groups are often caused by interpersonal issues. Despite his wariness of others due to past experiences, he remains friendly and trusting of the group, recognizing the importance of harmony to collective success.

Chilchuck doesn't like the name of his race, as he thinks they are half of nothing, but he accepts it as he doesn't have much to do.

Chilchuck was born in a small village in a basin northeast of the Island. For the past decade, he has traveled the dungeons doing business: picking locks, interpreting languages, mediating, and appraising items. At some point, Chilchuck married and had three daughters: Meijack, Flertom, and Puckpatti. Due to Chilchuck's reluctance to be emotionally open with his wife, she left with his daughters, and he did not see them for many years. Despite this, one of his daughters sent him letters informing him about their lives. Chilchuck was captured and killed by mimics several times as a novice adventurer. He once became so wary of mimics that he forgot to check a common treasure chest for traps. He has accompanied several groups before joining Laios, and has seen many of them disband due to interpersonal issues. He also holds a leadership position among the Half-foot population on the Isle, and often advises other Half-foot individuals to execute contracts for the guild before signing them. He charges a mediation fee for this service. Chilchuck created this guild to prevent the exploitation and undervaluing of Half-foots as disposable sacrifices. This was likely motivated after he narrowly escaped being used as succubus bait by their hunting party. In the past, while with Laios' group, he was caught in a fire/oil trap, which he believes is worse than dying instantly.

Marcille is a 50-year-old half-elf who is 5'4" tall with long blonde hair, green eyes, and rounded elf ears, an indication that she is a half-elf. In her normal dungeon attire, she wears a long blue dress with white pants, a blue hood, a red choker, and sandals. She styles her hair differently each day.

Marcille is an experienced and skilled mage, capable of performing advanced healing magic, such as regenerating severed limbs and reviving people. She also masters powerful explosion spells. Intelligent, honest, and loyal to her friends, Marcille is confident in her magical abilities, but this confidence can turn into insecurity when she cannot protect the group. In times of crisis, she can make risky decisions to prove her worth. Marcille is intense and has overreactions, especially when something is outside her comfort zone, such as the idea of ​​eating monsters. Although she is strong, she feels uncomfortable using dark magic, knowing that it is illegal. When she has to resort to it, Marcille feels guilty, but believes that, despite its controversial nature, it can be the key to a promising future. She is also naive, believing that friendships can keep the group together. She always seeks to get closer to her companions, showing genuine curiosity, especially towards Chilchuck. Despite her intensity, her concern is sincere. Marcille carries a deep fear of losing the people she loves, a fear rooted in her half-elf heritage that condemns her to outlive almost all of her friends and loved ones. This fear is compounded by her lack of connection to the elven world, where she is despised for being half-blood. The thought of losing everyone and ending up alone is a constant shadow in her mind.

Marcille's mother, an elf who once served as a court magician, married Donato, a court historian, when he was thirty-two. Marcille, being half-elf, aged at an unsteady pace, which made it difficult for her to be accepted into schools and left her growing up surrounded by adults of short-lived races, chickens, and books. During this time, she also lost her pet bird, Pipi. Donato aged as Marcille grew older, and her memories of her father are mostly of him being sick and old. When Donato was unable to eat his favorite meal, roast pork, her mother was deeply saddened, leaving a lasting impression on Marcille. After Donato's death, her mother told her that as a half-elf, she would live at a different pace than others and would see many go before her. At thirty-five, Marcille excelled at the School of Magic, becoming a teaching assistant shortly after beginning her studies. She joined the dungeon-building program, wanting to create a safe place to farm magical items, and met Falin Touden. While her dungeon was perfect, Falin's exceeded expectations, which made Marcille grateful and she quickly became friends with Falin. At the age of forty-eight, Marcille reunited with Falin, who had disappeared, and met his brother, Laios Touden. After her first death in a dungeon, Marcille decided to join Laios' group to better understand dungeon creation.