Her family property - farmed land, primarily - had been repeatedly challenged by kobolds.  Graes decided that it was time to be more forward-thinking and left to face the enemy directly, leaving her brothers behind to defend the family's land.

Pronunciation: \grās\

From one of her early / introductory posts:
A hearty laugh escaped, carrying a larger sound than her lithe figure would suggest.  She drew the hood back from her head and turned her cloak back over her shoulders.  A cudgel hung on her belt at one hip and a scimitar at the other.

Relaxing a bit herself, Graes finally tucked the loose strands of hair behind one ear.  Her hair is a rather dull brown, worn in a basic ponytail that ended just below her shoulders.  Her eyes are brown and her skin is tanned.  With her simple cloak you cannot imagine a more nondescript person, which suits Graes perfectly.  "I suppose you might call me a druid as well, though I consider myself a simple walker.  I prefer to spend my time outdoors and, often, seek the peace of the woods or a small brook.  My family never understood such inclinations and I respect their chosen paths."