THE MIRUDA The Miruda, frail and absurdly tall, with turquoise skin, tightly coiled black hair and six long fi ngers on their left hands, were changed to their present form in the Fair Folk invasions of the mid-500s. Barred by imperial law from holding any high offi ces because of their Wyld taint, the Miruda have 122 nevertheless proven their usefulness to Greyfalls as skilled artisans, where the extra fi nger comes in handy. The Miruda operate smithies, pottery studios and crystal manufactories, and their skills as gem-cutters are legendary. The Miruda form the core of Greyfalls’ middle class. Unable to rise in the hierarchy but not suited to heavy labor, they have carved a niche for themselves in society and seem quite content with it.
