Merle

Baker. Owns a cozy tea room that he runs with Garner the mith.

Merle is a jovial middle aged dragon who makes his customers feel at home. He acts a bit foppish but isn't a haughty sort and gets along with just about anyone, although some dragons find his manners a bit much. Merle doesn't care and never tries to be anything less than himself, others can take it or leave it.

Effigy, another baker, considers him something of a rival. While Merle isn't really interested in competing, he finds it amusing and plays along. He can be sharp-tongued when he wants to and his remarks sometimes cross a line, though usually not intentionally.