Ifri

Ifri is a Cherrypicker Imp currently living in the Underworld's Imperium Sector. Like all cherrypickers, her job is to regulate the flow of her local Ghost River and pick out corrupted souls, which she then forwards to Castle Grim to be processed. Ifri is semi-unique by cherrypicker standards in that she is not a full demon, but rather a 3/4 demon to 1/4 mortal. This information means that at some point, some mortal got it on with a cherrypicker imp, a fact which gives Ifri hope.

## Appearance and Powers

Cherrypicker imps are universally despised by the rest of demonkind, who view them as weak, obnoxious, and not particularly tasty. It is considered bad form to fornicate with a cherrypicker, and most demons who do so are subsequently shunned by their peers. To explain the history behind cherrypicker discrimination would be to delve deep into the intricacies of demon society, but suffice to say, the direct handling of souls by such a low class of demon is perceived as unclean and somewhat blasphemous, making cherrypickers popular targets for abuse.

Ifri is squat, loud-mouthed, and out of shape even by cherrypicker standards. She seems to possess more self-confidence than most of her kin, possibly owing to her part-mortal pedigree, but all her confidence doe not seem to earn her any extra goodwill with her demonic cousins. Rather, her forward behaviour and self-indulgence is often read as a form of desperation by demon standards.

Ifri's pink skin and white hair are common cherrypicker traits, as are her curved horns and patches of 'demonskin' covering her left arm and right leg. This demonskin is common among 3/4 demons, and is only slightly rougher than the rest of Ifri's skin, but it has the potential to catch fire during moments of intense emotion.

Ifri's black sclera and pointed ears are also typical of cherrypickers. Her heart-shaped tail is unusual, but not unheard of in her species, which usually possess spade-shaped tips. Her fangs and flatter rear teeth indicate an omnivorous lifestyle, and most imps are indeed scavengers. Ifri, like most of her kind, is not picky in what she eats, and has been known to eat everything from decomposing meat to poisonous fungus, to souls themselves. Because of this irregular diet, it is assumed that Ifri and other cherrypickers possess digestive systems that are far more powerful than those of most beings.

Ifri's other defining feature is her telekinetic arm, an ectoplasmic limb that she can summon at will. This arm is a manifestation of powerful psychic energies, and is used to dredge up souls from the spectral riverbed. It can also be used as a powerful weapon if Ifri is threatened. In addition, Ifri herself knows a small amount of shadow magic that she will use in times of need.

Though Ifri's skimpy fashion sense is not unusual for a demon, it is slightly uncommon by imp standards, as most of her race do not wear any clothes at all. This decision to dress seems to be another indication of Ifri's perceived superiority due to her mixed blood.

## Biography

Ifri was born in the Underworld and was abandoned by her mother, as is customary. She was fortunate enough to grow up near a Pygmy Flayer Village, and relied upon the kindness of the Local Flayers to keep her safe and fed. When this community of Flayers discovered that Ifri was a mixed-breed, they helped her travel to the palace of the local Duchess Pandara to pursue greater things. Pandara, however, was not impressed, and offered Ifri the same cherrypicking job that was presented to the rest of her kin. Unbothered, Ifri accepted, and has since lived off her skill in fishing up corrupt souls and trading them for delicious pastries.

## Trivia

* Ifri received her name from a travelling adventurer, who subsequently regretted befriending her and pushed her into a volcano before fleeing the Underworld.