HUSH SHADOWGUARD
FeyGuardian and Protector
"*[Through thought]* "I watch. I guard. I protect. I have done this for two thousand years. And I am... I am so tired. But I cannot stop. I cannot fail.""
Identity
- Residence
- The Silent Watch, where the Feywild's borders are guarded
- Civilization
- Fey
Appearance
• Physical: A massive fey with skin like shadow and eyes that glow with protective magic. He has no mouth—he communicates only through gestures and thoughts. His presence is calming, reassuring. • Clothing: He wears armor made from the night sky, with a cloak of silence. • Distinguishing Marks: He casts no shadow, and his footsteps make no sound.
Relationships
- Family - Those he protects, which he considers his children
- Allies - A mortal guard who admires his dedication
- Rivals - Those who would breach his watch
Personality
- Traits: Silent, surprisingly gentle, deeply protective, terrified of failing
- Mannerisms: Gestures constantly, stands watch even when off duty, touches those he protects
- Voice: He has none—he communicates through thought and gesture
Backstory
Hush was born from the first silence ever kept, and he's been guarding ever since. He's protected the Feywild's borders for two millennia, never sleeping, never resting, never failing. He's the realm's greatest guardian, and he's terrified that one day he'll fail.
Daily Life
He spends his days standing watch, his nights standing watch, and his rare free moments... standing watch. He hasn't truly rested in two millennia.
Secret
He's been letting things through. He's so exhausted that he's been missing things, letting dangers slip past. He's terrified of being replaced, of failing his duty, so he's been covering it up.
Story Hooks
- 1 Something dangerous has slipped through his watch and he needs help containing it
- 2 He's about to collapse from exhaustion and needs help finding a replacement, or a way to sustain himself
Narrative Value
Guardian NPC, quest giver, embodiment of duty and sacrifice, tragic figure facing exhaustion ═══════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════