![[MarekPic.png]] # Marek Goldmere _Human Cult Treasurer | [[Cult of the Dragon]] | Demiplane (prisoner)_ ## Summary Youngest son of wealthy [[Neverwinter]] merchant [[House Goldmere]], dealers in rare antiquities. Once headed for a comfortable life until his lover Veridiana Blackthorn recruited him into the [[Cult of the Dragon]] five years ago—a calculated seduction, not a genuine romance. His big mouth got him captured by the heroes, who are now keeping him prisoner in a demiplane. [[Shilrua]]'s horror has shattered his illusions about the "ordered prosperity" Veridiana promised. %% ## At a Glance Well-groomed despite captivity, soft hands that have never known real labor, expensive clothes now travel-worn. Speaks with educated accent but often trails off mid-sentence. Fidgets nervously with a signet ring bearing his family crest. ## Personality Naive, romantic, increasingly desperate to believe his sacrifices meant something. Still loves Veridiana despite her cold manipulation. Seeing [[Shilrua]]'s mind-controlled thralls has made him question whether everything she told him was a lie—including her feelings. ## Quote _"Veridiana always said the dragons would bring order to the chaos... but look at this place. Look what we've become."_ ## Background Serves as cult treasurer and logistics coordinator—knows about [[Vulkazar]]'s resurrection, the hunt for [[Astral Anchor]]s, and plans to corrupt the [[Dracorage Mythal]]. Has access codes to [[House Goldmere]] vaults and maintains cult financial networks. The family remains unaware of his involvement, though his sister Cordelia has begun asking pointed questions. ## Stats **Cultist** (MM 345) %%