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Game Overview

Enter the immersive world of Dhalman, a groundbreaking action-adventure game crafted by the legendary Satoru Yamashita.

Dhalman is a unique combination of a retro-styled "Metroidvania" and a restaurant simulator. Dhalman will travel around the world, looking for rare spices, while also participating in a variety of street fights. As Dhalman finds new spices, he'll gain new abillities, as well as improve the status of his family's curry shop.

Set in India (with other locales from around the globe), the game will be full of action, fun, music, and even dancing!

A thrilling journey where skill, strategy, and storytelling collide.

Key Features

A Globetrotting Adventure!

As Dhalman travels the world in search of spice, he'll encounter a wide variety of environments and creatures.  With both standard side-scrolling and Metroidvania elements, there will always be something new to see and do.

Control the Spice!

As you find rare spice, you gain more powers, including stretchy arms and legs, fire breath, teleportation, and more!

Dynamic Boss Battles!

Boss fights are in the classic 2D fighting game format. You'll fight bosses from around the world, using a variety of your favorite moves.

To the World's Best Curry Shop!

Gather spices, hire store staffs, and cook delicious curries for your customers. As the owner of the curry shop, you'll lead and manage the shop to the best in the world.

Characters

Dhalman

Age: 15

Background:

A young boy who operates a curry shop in India, Dhalman embarks on a quest to uncover secret spices dispersed across the world's vast landscapes. Driven by his lineage tracing back to Bodhidharma, his journey is imbued with destiny and mystical connections.

He ventures across the globe, fighting numerous bosses to collect special spices and earn extra money by partaking in fighting tournaments.

Face fierce opponents like the four-armed elephantine Ganesha, Chinese martial artist Mei-Ling, psychic shadow cadet Emilio, electric wild child Little Spark, and the wise Master Jiro.

Need extra cash? Dhalman can always engage in street fighting tournaments to fund his family’s business!

Game Overview

Enter the immersive world of Dhalman, a groundbreaking action-adventure game crafted by the legendary Satoru Yamashita.

Dhalman is a unique combination of a retro-styled "Metroidvania" and a restaurant simulator. Dhalman will travel around the world, looking for rare spices, while also participating in a variety of street fights. As Dhalman finds new spices, he'll gain new abillities, as well as improve the status of his family's curry shop.

Set in India (with other locales from around the globe), the game will be full of action, fun, music, and even dancing!

A thrilling journey where skill, strategy, and storytelling collide.

Key Features

A Globetrotting Adventure!

As Dhalman travels the world in search of spice, he'll encounter a wide variety of environments and creatures.  With both standard side-scrolling and Metroidvania elements, there will always be something new to see and do.

Control the Spice!

As you find rare spice, you gain more powers, including stretchy arms and legs, fire breath, teleportation, and more!

Dynamic Boss Battles!

Boss fights are in the classic 2D fighting game format. You'll fight bosses from around the world, using a variety of your favorite moves.

To the World's Best Curry Shop!

Gather spices, hire store staffs, and cook delicious curries for your customers. As the owner of the curry shop, you'll lead and manage the shop to the best in the world.

Satoru Yamashita

Best known for his work on the arcade version of STREET FIGHTER II, Satoru Yamashita has been credited with several games that revolutionized the gaming industry in the 80s and 90s.

Major Works

Major Works

Ghosts’n Goblins (Arcade Ver.)

September, 1985

Illustration

Logo Design

Marketing Assets

Marketing Assets

Rush & Crash (Arcade Ver.)

September, 1986

Pixel Arts

Illustration

Logo Design

Marketing Assets

Makaijima (Famicom Ver.)

April, 1987

Package

Illustration

Logo Design

Pixel Arts

F1 Dream (Arcade Ver.)

April, 1988

Game Demo

Game Demo

Game Demo

Game Demo

Capcom Baseball (Arcade Ver.)

October, 1989

Illustration

Logo Design

Logo Design

Logo Design

Mercs (Arcade Ver.)

April, 1990

Opening Screen Design

Opening Screen Design

Opening Screen Design

Opening Screen Design

Mad Gear (Arcade Ver.)

February, 1989

Logo Design

Illustration

Pixel Arts

Pixel Arts

Final Fight (Arcade Ver.)

December, 1989

Pixel Arts

Logo Design

Object Team Leader

Object Team Leader

Street Fighter II (Arcade Ver.)

March, 1991

Pixel Art

Logo Design

Object Team Leader

Object Team Leader

Eco Fighters (Arcade Ver.)

June, 1996

Object Design

Pixel Arts

Object Team Leader

Object Team Leader

Muscle Bomber (Arcade Ver.)

July, 1993

Pixel Arts

Logo Design

Logo Design

Logo Design

X Men (Arcade Ver.)

December, 1994

Pixel Art

Object Team Leader

Object Team Leader

Object Team Leader

A Message from Satoru Yamashita

Akari Kaida

Akari Kaida is a Japanese video game music composer. She composed various soundtracks for Capcom games, including multiple in the MEGA MAN series.

Major Works

Street Fighter ZERO

Mega Man
Battle Network Series

Resident Evil

TEKKEN 8

Dino Crisis

Breath of Fire III

Dark Stalkers Revenge

Phantasy Star Online 2

Super Smash Bros. Ultimate

Follow Dhalman

Stay Tuned for New Announcements

Major Works

Street Fighter ZERO

Mega Man
Battle Network Series

Resident Evil

TEKKEN 8

Dino Crisis

Breath of Fire III

Dark Stalkers Revenge

Phantasy Star Online 2

Super Smash Bros. Ultimate

Akari Kaida

Akari Kaida is a Japanese video game music composer. She composed various soundtracks for Capcom games, including multiple in the MEGA MAN series.

Satoru Yamashita

Best known for his work on the arcade version of STREET FIGHTER II, Satoru Yamashita has been credited with several games that revolutionized the gaming industry in the 80s and 90s.

"Embark on an epic journey with Keema, a young boy who runs a curry shop in India. His quest? To search far and wide for the elusive secret spices of curry that span the diverse landscapes of India."

Our hero, Keema, is no ordinary lad. He is the descendant of Bodhidharma, the renowned founder of the Zen sect in China. "Will this extraordinary journey give rise to miracles?!"

With the help of gamers around the globe, we will bring you Dhalman's story.

The characters that excited you before will be reborn in a new game experience.

As Dhalman, you'll enjoy growth, story, and exploration as you strive to create the world's best curry shop.

Please help us game creators bring this experience to you.

Major Works

Ghosts’n Goblins (Arcade Ver.)

September, 1985

Illustration

Logo Design

Marketing Assets

Marketing Assets

Rush & Crash (Arcade Ver.)

September, 1986

Pixel Arts

Illustration

Logo Design

Marketing Assets

Makaijima (Famicom Ver.)

April, 1987

Package

Illustration

Logo Design

Pixel Arts

Mad Gear (Arcade Ver.)

February, 1989

Package

Illustration

Logo Design

Pixel Arts

Capcom Baseball (Arcade Ver.)

October, 1989

Package

Illustration

Logo Design

Pixel Arts

F1 Dream (Arcade Ver.)

April, 1988

Game Demo

Illustration

Logo Design

Pixel Arts

Mercs (Arcade Ver.)

April, 1989

Package

Opening Screen Design

Logo Design

Pixel Arts

Final Fight (Arcade Ver.)

December, 1989

Object Team Leader

Illustration

Logo Design

Pixel Arts

Street Fighter II (Arcade Ver.)

March, 1991

Object Team Leader

Illustration

Logo Design

Pixel Arts

Eco Fighters (Arcade Ver.)

June, 1996

Object Team Leader

Illustration

Object Design

Pixel Arts

Muscle Bomber (Arcade Ver.)

July, 1993

Object Team Leader

Illustration

Logo Design

Pixel Arts

X Men (Arcade Ver.)

December, 1994

Object Team Leader

Illustration

Object Team Leader

Pixel Arts

Ghosts’n Goblins (Arcade Ver.)

September, 1985

Illustration

Logo Design

Marketing Assets

Marketing Assets

Rush & Crash (Arcade Ver.)

September, 1986

Pixel Arts

Illustration

Logo Design

Marketing Assets

Makaijima (Famicom Ver.)

April, 1987

Package

Illustration

Logo Design

Pixel Arts

F1 Dream (Arcade Ver.)

April, 1988

Game Demo

Game Demo

Game Demo

Game Demo

Capcom Baseball (Arcade Ver.)

October, 1989

Illustration

Logo Design

Logo Design

Logo Design

Mercs (Arcade Ver.)

April, 1990

Opening Screen Design

Mad Gear (Arcade Ver.)

February, 1989

Logo Design

Illustration

Pixel Arts

Pixel Arts

Final Fight (Arcade Ver.)

December, 1989

Pixel Arts

Logo Design

Object Team Leader

Street Fighter II (Arcade Ver.)

March, 1991

Pixel Art

Logo Design

Object Team Leader

Eco Fighters (Arcade Ver.)

June, 1996

Object Design

Pixel Arts

Object Team Leader

Muscle Bomber (Arcade Ver.)

July, 1993

Pixel Arts

Logo Design

Logo Design

Logo Design

X Men (Arcade Ver.)

December, 1994

Pixel Art

Object Team Leader

Object Team Leader

Ghosts’n Goblins (Arcade Ver.)

September, 1985

Illustration

Logo Design

Marketing Assets

Marketing Assets

Rush & Crash (Arcade Ver.)

September, 1986

Pixel Arts

Illustration

Logo Design

Marketing Assets

Makaijima (Famicom Ver.)

April, 1987

Package

Illustration

Logo Design

Pixel Arts

Mad Gear (Arcade Ver.)

February, 1989

Illustration

Logo Design

Pixel Arts

Package

Capcom Baseball (Arcade Ver.)

October, 1989

Illustration

Logo Design

Package

Pixel Arts

F1 Dream (Arcade Ver.)

April, 1988

Game Demo

Illustration

Logo Design

Pixel Arts

Mercs (Arcade Ver.)

April, 1989

Opening Screen Design

Package

Logo Design

Pixel Arts

Final Fight (Arcade Ver.)

December, 1989

Object Team Leader

Logo Design

Pixel Arts

Illustration

Street Fighter II (Arcade Ver.)

March, 1991

Object Team Leader

Logo Design

Pixel Arts

Illustration

Eco Fighters (Arcade Ver.)

June, 1996

Object Team Leader

Object Design

Pixel Arts

Illustration

Muscle Bomber (Arcade Ver.)

July, 1993

Logo Design

Pixel Arts

Object Team Leader

Illustration

X Men (Arcade Ver.)

December, 1994

Object Team Leader

Pixel Arts

Object Team Leader

Illustration

Ghosts’n Goblins (Arcade Ver.)

September, 1985

Illustration

Logo Design

Marketing Assets

Marketing Assets

Rush & Crash (Arcade Ver.)

September, 1986

Pixel Arts

Illustration

Logo Design

Marketing Assets

Makaijima (Famicom Ver.)

April, 1987

Package

Illustration

Logo Design

Pixel Arts

Mad Gear (Arcade Ver.)

February, 1989

Illustration

Logo Design

Pixel Arts

Package

Capcom Baseball (Arcade Ver.)

October, 1989

Illustration

Logo Design

Package

Pixel Arts

F1 Dream (Arcade Ver.)

April, 1988

Game Demo

Illustration

Logo Design

Pixel Arts

Mercs (Arcade Ver.)

April, 1989

Opening Screen Design

Package

Logo Design

Pixel Arts

Final Fight (Arcade Ver.)

December, 1989

Object Team Leader

Logo Design

Pixel Arts

Illustration

Street Fighter II (Arcade Ver.)

March, 1991

Object Team Leader

Logo Design

Pixel Arts

Illustration

Eco Fighters (Arcade Ver.)

June, 1996

Object Team Leader

Object Design

Pixel Arts

Illustration

Muscle Bomber (Arcade Ver.)

July, 1993

Logo Design

Pixel Arts

Object Team Leader

Illustration

X Men (Arcade Ver.)

December, 1994

Object Team Leader

Pixel Arts

Object Team Leader

Illustration

A Message from Satoru Yamashita

Characters

Dhalman

Dhalman

Age: 15

Background: A young boy who operates a curry shop in India, Dhalman embarks on a quest to uncover secret spices dispersed across the world's vast landscapes. Driven by his lineage tracing back to Bodhidharma, his journey is imbued with destiny and mystical connections.

He ventures across the globe, fighting numerous bosses to collect special spices and earn extra money by partaking in fighting tournaments. Face fierce opponents like the four-armed elephantine Ganesha, Chinese martial artist Mei-Ling, psychic shadow cadet Emilio, electric wild child Little Spark, and the wise Master Jiro.

Need extra cash? Dhalman can always engage in street fighting tournaments to fund his family’s business!

Ganesha

The Guardian of Beginnings

Ganesha

The Guardian of Beginnings

Age: 40

Physical Characteristics: Ganesha manifests with elements inspired by his mythological counterpart, combining divine aspects with a warrior's physique. He possesses a strong, imposing figure with multiple arms, each holding symbolic items that blend martial and spiritual significance. His appearance is both awe-inspiring and benevolent, with a serene countenance that belies his readiness for combat.

Unique Characteristics: Ganesha has the ability to summon astral weapons and barriers, making him a versatile opponent in battle. His most notable skill involves manipulating the battlefield's energy, challenging Dhalman to adapt and overcome both physical and spiritual hurdles.

Region and Spice: Mirik, India - "Prana Saffron"

Relationship to Spice: Ganesha guards the "Prana Saffron," a legendary spice known for its healing properties and ability to enhance one's inner energy. This spice symbolizes the essence of life and the balance between the physical and spiritual realms, which Dhalman must learn to master.

Nico "Little Spark"

Nico "Little Spark"

Age: 10

Physical Characteristics: From an early age, Nico has had frizzy red hair and a mischievous twinkle in his eye. He does not have prominent muscles at this age, but he is wild, with a penchant for climbing and exploring the wild. He often has scars and leaves in his hair, a sign of adventure. Nico's clothing is a patchwork of various fabrics, reflecting his resourceful nature.

Unique Characteristics: Nico has always had an unusual affinity for animals and can mimic their sounds and behaviors with remarkable accuracy. After a strange encounter in the forest, he discovers that he can generate static electricity when excited or frightened. This "little spark" ability makes him a curiosity and sometimes a hero among his friends.

Region and Spice: Amazon Forest, South America - "Vibrant Lightning Root"

Relationship to Spice: This rare root symbolizes Nico's dual connection to the natural world and electric energy. He guards the Vibrant Thunder Root as a precious treasure and believes it reflects his own spirit, which is wild, untamed, and full of potential. The root, growing in touch with the power of the sky, resonates with Nico and inspires him to embrace his abilities and the unique path it symbolizes.

Master Jiro

Master Jiro

Age: 45

Physical Characteristics: Master Jiro displays ageless strength and agility, a testament to his years of training. With sharp eyes and silver hair tied back in a traditional style, his appearance is both dignified and wise. His movements are fluid and precise, testimony to a lifetime devoted to the martial arts.

Unique Characteristics: Famous for his unparalleled mastery of fire in Kaki-ryu swordsmanship, Jiro has a deep spiritual connection to fire. This connection is symbolized by the ancient tattoo on his hand, which shows his ability to transform inner energy into a fiery expression.

Region and Spice: Kyoto, Japan - Hikarimono Essence

Relationship to Spice: Hikarimono Essence is central to Jiro's teachings and symbolizes the deep connection between the martial arts and the elements of nature.

Mei-Ling

Mei-Ling

Age: 20

Physical Characteristics: Mei-Ling is slender and graceful, with movements that are both quick and deliberate. Her traditional Chinese attire is modified for mobility, complementing her agile fighting style. Her hair is often tied back neatly to keep it out of her face during combat.

Unique Characteristics: Mei-Ling's agility allows her to move with the speed of thought, executing attacks and defenses with a fluidity that seems almost choreographed. She can anticipate her opponent's moves, often countering before they even fully commit to their actions.

Region and Spice: Sichuan Province, China - "Dragon's Ginger"

Relationship to Spice: Mei-Ling's connection to the Dragon's Ginger stems from her personal journey of overcoming illness through traditional medicine. She became its guardian to protect the knowledge of its curative powers, incorporating its use into her martial arts regimen for agility and health, symbolizing her resilience and determination to maintain balance in life.

Emilio "Shadow Cadet"

Emilio "Shadow Cadet"

Age: 11

Physical Characteristics: Emilio is a striking child, with intense eyes that seem to hold a wisdom beyond his years. His hair is neatly combed, and he carries himself with an unusual grace and authority for someone so young. He favors wearing long coats, even in play, that resemble a uniform, hinting at his future as the leader of Shadaloo.

Unique Characteristics: Even as a child, Emilio has a natural ability to influence those around him, a nascent form of psycho power. He can make friends easily and sway their opinions, though he's not fully aware of the extent of his capabilities. His dreams are vivid, often featuring a strange power he feels destined to control.

Region and Spice: Black Forest, Germany - Twilight Clove

Relationship to Spice: The Twilight Clove becomes a symbol of Emilio's ambition and his inherent pull towards the shadows. He guards it zealously, not just for its potential to amplify his abilities but as a physical manifestation of his destiny to command dark forces. The clove, with its roots in ancient, mystical traditions, resonates with Emilio's dreams of rising to greatness, embodying his belief that he is destined to shape the world according to his vision.

Follow Dhalman

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Minnapad empowers Japanese creators in manga, anime, and video games by enabling them to retain IP ownership and engage directly with fans. It addresses issues of restrictive contracts and unfair income distribution, ensuring fair revenue sharing and creative freedom. By eliminating intermediaries, creators can independently monetize their work and maintain control over their creations.

Minnapad fosters a collaborative environment where fans participate in the creative process, strengthening the bond between creators and audiences. This innovative platform aims to create a sustainable and vibrant creative ecosystem, revolutionizing Japan's cultural industries and supporting unique, high-quality content.

Minnapad

Minnapad empowers Japanese creators in manga, anime, and video games by enabling them to retain IP ownership and engage directly with fans. It addresses issues of restrictive contracts and unfair income distribution, ensuring fair revenue sharing and creative freedom. By eliminating intermediaries, creators can independently monetize their work and maintain control over their creations.

Minnapad fosters a collaborative environment where fans participate in the creative process, strengthening the bond between creators and audiences. This innovative platform aims to create a sustainable and vibrant creative ecosystem, revolutionizing Japan's cultural industries and supporting unique, high-quality content.

Akari Kaida

Akari Kaida is a Japanese video game music composer. She composed various soundtracks for Capcom games, including multiple in the MEGA MAN series.

Major Works

Street Fighter ZERO

Mega Man
Battle Network Series

Resident Evil

TEKKEN 8

Dino Crisis

Breath of Fire III

Dark Stalkers Revenge

Phantasy Star Online 2

Super Smash Bros. Ultimate

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Minnapad empowers Japanese creators in manga, anime, and video games by enabling them to retain IP ownership and engage directly with fans. It addresses issues of restrictive contracts and unfair income distribution, ensuring fair revenue sharing and creative freedom. By eliminating intermediaries, creators can independently monetize their work and maintain control over their creations.

Minnapad fosters a collaborative environment where fans participate in the creative process, strengthening the bond between creators and audiences. This innovative platform aims to create a sustainable and vibrant creative ecosystem, revolutionizing Japan's cultural industries and supporting unique, high-quality content.

Fight for the spice against the world's warriors!

FIGHT FOR THE SPICE

AGAINST THE WORLD'S WARRIORS!

Follow Dhalman

Stay Tuned for New Announcements

Game Overview

Enter the immersive world of Dhalman, a groundbreaking action-adventure game crafted by the legendary Satoru Yamashita.

Dhalman is a unique combination of a retro-styled "Metroidvania" and a restaurant simulator. Dhalman will travel around the world, looking for rare spices, while also participating in a variety of street fights. As Dhalman finds new spices, he'll gain new abillities, as well as improve the status of his family's curry shop.

Set in India (with other locales from around the globe), the game will be full of action, fun, music, and even dancing!

A thrilling journey where skill, strategy, and storytelling collide.

Key Features

A Globetrotting Adventure!

As Dhalman travels the world in search of spice, he'll encounter a wide variety of environments and creatures.  With both standard side-scrolling and Metroidvania elements, there will always be something new to see and do.

Control the Spice!

As you find rare spice, you gain more powers, including stretchy arms and legs, fire breath, teleportation, and more!

Dynamic Boss Battles!

Boss fights are in the classic 2D fighting game format. You'll fight bosses from around the world, using a variety of your favorite moves.

To the World's Best Curry Shop!

Gather spices, hire store staffs, and cook delicious curries for your customers. As the owner of the curry shop, you'll lead and manage the shop to the best in the world.

Characters

Dhalman

Age: 15

Background: A young boy who operates a curry shop in India, Dhalman embarks on a quest to uncover secret spices dispersed across the world's vast landscapes. Driven by his lineage tracing back to Bodhidharma, his journey is imbued with destiny and mystical connections.

He ventures across the globe, fighting numerous bosses to collect special spices and earn extra money by partaking in fighting tournaments.

Face fierce opponents like the four-armed elephantine Ganesha, Chinese martial artist Mei-Ling, psychic shadow cadet Emilio, electric wild child Little Spark, and the wise Master Jiro.

Need extra cash? Dhalman can always engage in street fighting tournaments to fund his family’s business!

Dhalman

Ganesha
The Guardian of Beginnings

Ganesha

The Guardian of Beginnings

Age: 40

Physical Characteristics: Ganesha manifests with elements inspired by his mythological counterpart, combining divine aspects with a warrior's physique. He possesses a strong, imposing figure with multiple arms, each holding symbolic items that blend martial and spiritual significance. His appearance is both awe-inspiring and benevolent, with a serene countenance that belies his readiness for combat.

Unique Characteristics: Ganesha has the ability to summon astral weapons and barriers, making him a versatile opponent in battle. His most notable skill involves manipulating the battlefield's energy, challenging Dhalman to adapt and overcome both physical and spiritual hurdles.

Region and Spice: Mirik, India - "Prana Saffron"

Relationship to Spice: Ganesha guards the "Prana Saffron," a legendary spice known for its healing properties and ability to enhance one's inner energy. This spice symbolizes the essence of life and the balance between the physical and spiritual realms, which Dhalman must learn to master.

Nico "Little Spark"

Nico "Little Spark"

Age: 10

Physical Characteristics: From an early age, Nico has had frizzy red hair and a mischievous twinkle in his eye. He does not have prominent muscles at this age, but he is wild, with a penchant for climbing and exploring the wild. He often has scars and leaves in his hair, a sign of adventure. Nico's clothing is a patchwork of various fabrics, reflecting his resourceful nature.

Unique Characteristics: Nico has always had an unusual affinity for animals and can mimic their sounds and behaviors with remarkable accuracy. After a strange encounter in the forest, he discovers that he can generate static electricity when excited or frightened. This "little spark" ability makes him a curiosity and sometimes a hero among his friends.

Region and Spice: Amazon Forest, South America - "Vibrant Lightning Root"

Relationship to Spice: This rare root symbolizes Nico's dual connection to the natural world and electric energy. He guards the Vibrant Thunder Root as a precious treasure and believes it reflects his own spirit, which is wild, untamed, and full of potential. The root, growing in touch with the power of the sky, resonates with Nico and inspires him to embrace his abilities and the unique path it symbolizes.

Master Jiro

Age: 45

Physical Characteristics: Master Jiro displays ageless strength and agility, a testament to his years of training. With sharp eyes and silver hair tied back in a traditional style, his appearance is both dignified and wise. His movements are fluid and precise, testimony to a lifetime devoted to the martial arts.

Unique Characteristics: Famous for his unparalleled mastery of fire in Kaki-ryu swordsmanship, Jiro has a deep spiritual connection to fire. This connection is symbolized by the ancient tattoo on his hand, which shows his ability to transform inner energy into a fiery expression.

Region and Spice: Kyoto, Japan - Hikarimono Essence

Relationship to Spice: Hikarimono Essence is central to Jiro's teachings and symbolizes the deep connection between the martial arts and the elements of nature.

Master Jiro

Mei-Ling

Age: 20

Physical Characteristics: Mei-Ling is slender and graceful, with movements that are both quick and deliberate. Her traditional Chinese attire is modified for mobility, complementing her agile fighting style. Her hair is often tied back neatly to keep it out of her face during combat.

Unique Characteristics: Mei-Ling's agility allows her to move with the speed of thought, executing attacks and defenses with a fluidity that seems almost choreographed. She can anticipate her opponent's moves, often countering before they even fully commit to their actions.

Region and Spice: Sichuan Province, China - "Dragon's Ginger"

Relationship to Spice: Mei-Ling's connection to the Dragon's Ginger stems from her personal journey of overcoming illness through traditional medicine. She became its guardian to protect the knowledge of its curative powers, incorporating its use into her martial arts regimen for agility and health, symbolizing her resilience and determination to maintain balance in life.

Mei-Ling

Emilio "Shadow Cadet" Vega

Age: 11

Physical Characteristics: Emilio is a striking child, with intense eyes that seem to hold a wisdom beyond his years. His hair is neatly combed, and he carries himself with an unusual grace and authority for someone so young. He favors wearing long coats, even in play, that resemble a uniform, hinting at his future as the leader of Shadaloo.

Unique Characteristics: Even as a child, Emilio has a natural ability to influence those around him, a nascent form of psycho power. He can make friends easily and sway their opinions, though he's not fully aware of the extent of his capabilities. His dreams are vivid, often featuring a strange power he feels destined to control.

Region and Spice: Black Forest, Germany - Twilight Clove

Relationship to Spice: The Twilight Clove becomes a symbol of Emilio's ambition and his inherent pull towards the shadows. He guards it zealously, not just for its potential to amplify his abilities but as a physical manifestation of his destiny to command dark forces. The clove, with its roots in ancient, mystical traditions, resonates with Emilio's dreams of rising to greatness, embodying his belief that he is destined to shape the world according to his vision.

Emilio "Shadow Cadet"