| Markhan Amat | |
|---|---|
| Home | Lower Basaam |
| Gender | male |
| Born | 1504 |
| Age in 1556 | 52 |
| Languages | Raumdari |
Sheikh Markhan Amat, leader of the Tekkabi Tribe, is a powerful, middle-aged man, his stylish beard just beginning to show gray. His wealth affords him two wives, and he has two talented (but egotistical) sons. Sheikh Amat is a sensible, reasonable man, more given to careful decisions than outbursts of passion. He knows his days of greatness are behind him.
The two sons of the Sheikh, Jaiwan and Zatal, were born on the same night to different mothers. Both men have reached their majority, and each has his supporters. Both sons have loyal and excitable followers among the tribe. As yet, their father has shown no preference for one or the other as heir. Both sons can make a convincing case of rightful claim and leadership ability, and the tribe may split in two if each son chooses to take on the ruling mantle. In addition, the current actions of the Maloqil Tribe to the south is increasing the split between the brothers.
Sheikhh Amat is a legendary figure among the tribes of the Dulqa, especially to his own tribe. He assumed the leadership of the tribe at the age of fourteen and was called to pay homage to the court in Qadat when he was fifteen. At that early age, he swore to uphold the Caliph's will in the desert like his ancestors. Amat has served his leige admirably in the past four decades by maintaining oases, protecting caravans, and sheltering travelers through his desert home.
Though most familiar with the deserts surrounding the Qudrah oasis, Amat has widely traveled the desert in his youth and can give expert advice and guidance to any guests. He pays a visit to the Caliph once a year and is full of tales about his travels to Qadat.