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Ashurbanipal Yar Ali

A fierce Afghan warrior guarding an ancient treasure.

minor

Also known as Yar Ali

First appearance: the fire of ashurbanipal

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Ashurbanipal Yar Ali first appears in 0094 the fire of ashurbanipal.

With Steve Clarney (friendship): Ashurbanipal Yar Ali is a loyal ally and companion to adventurer Steve Clarney. With Steve Clarney (friendship): Ashurbanipal Yar Ali is a loyal ally and companion to adventurer Steve Clarney. With Steve Clarney (friendship): Ashurbanipal Yar Ali is a loyal ally and companion to adventurer Steve Clarney.

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SCSteve ClarneyBMBristol McGrathNENureddin el Me…RBRichard Ballvi…AGAdam GrimmAYAshurbanipal Yar Ali

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  • Friendship
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Character groups

  • Adventurers and Sorcerers
  • African and Aristocratic Horrors
  • Occult and Supernatural Victims

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  • Escalation
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  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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