NILS FROST-GATHERER
FrostbornMaster Forager and Teacher
"The waste provides for those who know how to ask. Every plant has a purpose, every fungus a use. You just have to learn the language.""
Identity
- Residence
- White Vale
- Civilization
- Frostborn
Appearance
• Physical: Wiry and weathered at 5'8", with the build of someone who spends all day walking. His pale skin is deeply lined from exposure. His white hair is wild and unkempt. His pale gray eyes are constantly scanning. • Clothing: Wears layered furs that are worn but well-maintained. His boots are reinforced for long walking. Carries multiple gathering bags. • Distinguishing Marks: His hands are permanently stained green from plants. He has a scar on his leg from a predator encounter.
Relationships
- Family - Parents deceased. One daughter who is also a forager. His wife manages their home.
- Allies - Healer Helga (NPC #17), who values his medicinal plants; other foragers who respect his knowledge.
- Rivals - Foragers who encroach on his territory.
Personality
- Traits: Patient and observant, deeply knowledgeable about plants, generous with his knowledge, protective of his territory
- Mannerisms: Touches plants constantly, tastes small samples, keeps detailed mental maps.
- Voice: Soft and measured, with sudden bursts of enthusiasm when discussing rare finds.
Daily Life
Nils spends his days foraging in the White Vale, teaching apprentices, and preserving his finds. He returns to Frosthold only to trade and share knowledge.
Story Hooks
- 1 Nils needs help dealing with foragers who are overharvesting his territory.
- 2 His unusual plants have attracted unwanted attention; he needs protection while he studies them.
Narrative Value
Source of knowledge about plants, quest giver for gathering missions, mentor figure, connection to the natural world, potential ally with survival skills. ═══════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════