Merin was purchased at the same time as Onari, and both of them are having second thoughts about joining the team. It seems that, due to their lack of Star Player quality, they are always placed on the line of scrimmage opposite the biggest nastiest players on the enemy team.

Coach Tempest denies any such accusations, saying they are a vital cog in the team machine...

Merin finally had his moment in the sun against the Brennon Battlers successfully throwing a pass. He prays to the Elven and Bloodbowl gods that he achieves Star Player status so that he can finally leave the accursed line of death...