Mert Barberoff, (-1772, -1712) was a cook in Nippur.
Mert believed in Folk religion.
He lived a life of poverty. He was able to eat and sleep under a shelter, but ended with having no possession at all. He was rather respected though seen as belonging to the middle class. However, he could access to many opportunities. He is still seen as an eternal cultural symbol. He changed the life of many thanks to their cultural masterpieces. He was vigorous, muscular, and had a near perfect body. He had an unbending mind, always reaching their goal.
Mert, 32 years old, merchant, became the new leader of the family.
Aged 45, Mert decided to visit the world. He went on a long journey and reached Engaruka, in Africa : a large city, surrounded by a stone wall, in the middle of a desert. The departure was sponsored by a local figure that gave him a recommandation, so he would be welcomed wherever he went. Then he came back and was quite happy to find his house and family. A little while after, Mert tried hallucinogens.
At the age of 60, Mert invested all his time and energy in his work. The same day, Mert lost his hair. Soon after, Mert saw a shooting star and made a special wish.