MUDDY THE RIVER GUARD
ElementalsRiver Guardian
"The river gives life to all it touches. I am the river's guardian, and I will not let it be harmed.""
Identity
- Residence
- The Great River Delta
- Civilization
- Elementals
Appearance
• Physical: A hybrid elemental made of river mud and flowing water, with a form that shifts between solid and liquid. They stand about seven feet tall, their body constantly shifting as sediment flows through them. Plants grow from their muddy form. • Clothing: Wears no garments; the river is their covering • Distinguishing Marks: A network of water channels visible within their form, mapping the river system
Relationships
- Family - The river and all who live in and near it
- Allies - River communities, fishermen, druids who understand nature's balance
- Rivals - Polluters, those who would dam the river, water thieves
Personality
- Traits: Patient, deeply connected to the river, surprisingly fierce when roused, values balance
- Mannerisms: Tends to drip when thinking, speaks in river metaphors, creates small currents when excited
- Voice: Like mud bubbling, deep and slow, with the patience of flowing water
Backstory
Muddy was formed when a river flooded its banks, merging earth and water in a moment of chaos. They awoke with a duty to protect the river and its inhabitants. They have guarded the Great River Delta for three centuries.
Daily Life
Muddy maintains the river's health, ensuring it flows cleanly and supports the life that depends on it. They guide travelers, protect the river's creatures, and mediate disputes between those who use the river's resources. They spend their time in communion with the flowing water.
Secret
Muddy has discovered that something is poisoning the river upstream, but they can't leave their post to investigate. They've been trying to send warnings, but no one seems to be listening.
Story Hooks
- 1 Muddy needs help investigating the source of the river's poisoning
- 2 Someone is trying to dam the river, and Muddy needs help stopping them
Narrative Value
Muddy serves as a guardian of a vital resource, a source of river-related knowledge, and an environmental storyline. Their poisoning discovery provides urgent plot hooks. ═══════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════