Ibis

Appearance
Ibis is tall and extremely slender with a long neck; long legs; small, bald head set with black, beady eyes and an abnormally long, downward-curving nose. From the head up his coloring is dark black. Because he likes to go shirtless whenever possible, the entire freehold knows that his skin from the neck down is very pale. His chest is muscular (in a very lean way) and covered with fuzz that is a little too fluffy to be hair, not quite thick enough to be downy feathers. Growing out of the sides of his arms are rows of long, white feathers with black tips.

Personality
He is not a flashy person and has a tendency to blend in in a crowd; however, once one does notice him it is impossible to miss his quiet dignity. Ibis has become a devout Sufi. In his quest for further enlightenment, no one is harder on or more critical of him than Ibis himself. His extreme acetic practices are a popular subject of gossip among changelings. Nevertheless, he does not allow any setback to lead to despair; when Ibis takes up a task or makes an agreement, he follows through whatever adversity may accompany it. However, he can be very reluctant to commit.

Role
He has abandoned his former life (whatever that was), now going only by the name Ibis. In the mundane world he has gained some recognition as a spiritual and mystical leader, and his mysterious origins only enhance that reputation. He does not always appreciate the attention, so his interactions with the public are punctuated by periods of withdrawal; again, this does not diminish his popularity. Among changelings he serves as Witch of the Bitter Wind, providing occult counsel of all kinds when needed. He has a particularly strong sense for symbolism, which gives him an edge when dealing with the workings of the Wyrd.

Relationships
Ibis has formed a motley with Jeffrey Levine. Because of his interest in the Hedge he also works closely with Jenna Bryant. He has also taken a keen interest in Lisa Stephens's scientific research.