Shahryar

Overview
The Shahryar are a cultural subgroup of the human race located centrally in the Kilun Passage and Dragonspire Mountains, though it is believed that their ethnic origins lie farther south, in the Gil'Sobak Wilderness. They exhibit highly exclusive behavior toward those not of their kind; mingling is forbidden except in matters of business, and more often than not, matters of business involve the unwilling transfer of money. The Shahryar are eager to help outsiders, but never without a price.

Primarily nomadic, it's rare that a group of Shahryar in good standing will settle in one place for long. A needful wanderlust is in their blood-- it is often seen as a bad omen should a tribe of Shahryar linger for more than a few days. Most Shahryar live in small, barrel-shaped wagons crowded with trinkets and worldly possessions. They are often regarded as hoarders, finding value in virtually all things-- though they all the same remain shrewd hagglers.

The Shahryar are best known for their intrinsic connection to strange, ancient magics. They are sought far and wide by king and beggar alike looking to learn the secrets of the future. Some would argue that Shahryar fortune tellers are nothing but swindlers, searching for another fool to rob-- others swear by the magic, saying that Shahryar fortunes hold more truth than the omens of the Oracle of Echolalia. Either way, the Shahryar welcome their customers with open arms... provided they have the money to pay.

Due to their strict customs, the Shahryar boast a high number of outcasts, many of which have settled in Hazagurbar: the City of Thieves.

There are believed to be fewer than 300,000 Shahryar in the entirety of Centoros.