The Sticky Fingers

The Sticky Fingers is a group of bandits that operate in and around the FOREST NAME.

The origin of the Sticky Fingers is uncertain and little is officially known as to their purpose and goals (other than collecting as much booty as humanly possible). However, many rumors circulate regarding the members of the band. Most of the information known about the Sticky Fingers comes from reports made by victims of the theft while on the Mercantile Road.

Possible Origins

The most prevalent theory is that the group of bandits began as orphans within the city of NAME. Forced to walk the streets and beg for food, the orphan boys made their way out of the city walls and into the forest via the Mercantile Road. Certainly, this is possible, as there are many orphans living in CITY NAME. Also, FOREST NAME has plenty of food to eat and freshwater springs, so surviving there would be possible (if unlikely).

A more believable theory is that the group of miscreants is actually comprised of runaway soldier or slaves. Victims of the group often report that the men who robbed them appeared to be between 20 and 40 years of age, all male, and all in apparently good health. This lends some credence to the idea that they might have been part of the Royal Army or perhaps indentured servants from a neighboring kingdom.

Lifestyle

The Sticky Fingers are supposed to live amongst the trees in the FOREST NAME. Some victims reported seeing massive treehouse structures within the forest, but subsequent official raids into the forest have provided no proof. The Sticky Fingers hunt and eat game within the forest, forage for berries and nuts, and use stolen loot to purchase food and medical supplies from nearby towns.

They have no identifying markers and wear no special uniforms. It appears the cobble together outfits from targets along the road.

Ethical Code

Victims of theft have reported a strange sort of ethical code that exists between the Sticky Fingers. The Sticky Fingers have never claimed responsibility for a murder or assault; in fact, victims report that the band talks to them causally and treats them well while robbing them blind. It appears the Sticky Fingers desire only to use the Mercantile Road as a source of income, rather than prey on its travelers to cruel means.

Charismatic Leader

While little is known of the men in the Sticky Fingers, the leader is well known. More later.