Inayat grew up in Rohan on a decent ranch near Thornhope in the Entwash Vale. Her mother, Amelthia, or Mel, inherited it along with her husband, Carthen. Her adoptive brother of sorts, Branson, took up residence in Eaworth and the work of a tanner. Her life was happy, and might have been simple if she wasn’t always about, looking for something exciting. Stubborn and obstinate at times when she simply couldn’t stand something: long hair, dresses and clothes that couldn’t get dirty, and especially learning to read. What little her parents might have been able to teach her was completely lost on her, the letters swimming before her eyes as her mind wandered elsewhere (though in recent times, she has regretted this inattention).

Growing up alongside her best friend, Alfmaer, she was upbeat and feisty. After her chores at home, she would often wander the edge of the creepy forest to the west, taking any dare thrown at her, matching whatever the boys were doing. As she grew, this included learning to use a spear and shield, training along with the lads, considering the idea of becoming a shield maiden. Her tenacity and personality earned her the nickname “Wildcat” among her peers.

She most recently came to Bree in search of her aunt. Sensing trouble, Mel sent Inayat to find her, though she would not admit to what troubled her to her daughter. After much searching, she found that her aunt had been staying in the village of Hookworth, working with a group there known as the Knights of Eriador, but was currently away and no one could tell her when she would return. So there she stayed, waiting, searching, making connections, forging friendships, and enjoying her circumstances despite the frustrations of her aunt’s unknown fate.