A djinni; an officer serving under General Aziz.

(“Sanjak-bey” is a title of military office. It marks the bearer as a military governor of a small district or outpost. In djinni society, titles and positions such as this are granted on merit; nonetheless most bearers of such a title are of noble birth.)

Alisher is relatively young for a djinni, but is already known as a cunning and creative commander (though he’s never reckless or bloodthirsty). He comes from a noble house of moderate wealth and status, but his ambition and drive promises to see him to greater heights of reknown. Alisher is said to be daring in combat, shrewd in politics, and clever both on and off the field of battle.