Zerryd grew up in western Cheliax but fled recently after a disastrous raid on his village by Chelaxian hunters. After settling in the ramshackle slums of Old Korvosa, he hopes someday to return to the south, armed with the knowledge and experience to fight back against the devil-worshippers. The more he travels with his new friends, however, the more the lifestyle of an adventurer agrees with him. He's particularly delighted that here in Varisia there is little evidence of the hatred he's endured from Chelaxian diabolists, and while he's continued his studies of that nation's reliance on devils and diabolism in hopes of using this lore against worshippers of Asmodeus, he has no plans to return to the south anytime soon.

Zerryd has an imposing appearance, considering his tall and broad stature and the breadth of his wingspan. He has light blue skin and dark hair that matches the dark coloration of his raven-like wings. Zerryd has a charming personality that allows him to find friends easily-a trait that's served him well when attempting to put people he encounters at ease.