Kongart was born into a city of crafty kongs nestled within the expanse of the Supreme Forest. His parents were potters, their hands shaping life from clay sourced from the sacred soil around their dwelling. But Kongart's path was unique - his artistry was to be etched in skin and blood. As a boy, his fascination with the tattoos of the elders led him to create intricate designs on fruits and leather scraps, using handmade needles and inks. Meanwhile, a foreboding prophecy stirred fear within the hearts of the cityfolk: "Inkwell shall fall into shadow, and only the hand that inks skin and spills blood can usher in the dawn."

At twelve, a wave of terror washed over the jungle when assassins from the Crimson Cloak invaded, seeking the prophesied child who posed a threat to their reign. Amidst the chaos, Kongart's parents were killed. Alone and with his life in shambles, Kongart discovered an uncanny gift - heightened senses that allowed him to see traces of intent, auras of potential harm. Zeph, a master assassin intrigued by Kongart's aura, took the orphaned boy under his wing. Kongart was trained in the way of the assassin and honed his tattooing skills, imbuing each tattoo with energy that enhanced the wearer's senses. His curse had turned into his greatest asset, and the prophecy of the Oracle seemed on the brink of fulfillment.