HUNTER GAVIN WILDSHOT
Humans AzariaRoyal Gamekeeper
"The forest gives us what we need if we take only what we need. That's a lesson more folk should learn.""
Identity
- Residence
- El'goroth, Imperial Hunting Grounds
- Civilization
- Humans Azaria
Appearance
• Physical: Lean and weathered with the movements of someone who spends most of his time in the wilderness. His face is tanned and lined, with sharp eyes that miss nothing in the forest. His brown hair is worn long and tied back, often decorated with feathers. • Clothing: Wears practical hunting leathers in earth tones that blend with the forest. His cloak is made from the hide of a wolf he killed with his bare hands. His boots are soft-soled for silent movement. • Distinguishing Marks: A scar across his cheek from a boar's tusk; his hands are covered in small scars from thorns and branches.
Relationships
- Family - A wife who lives in the city; children he rarely sees
- Allies - Other gamekeepers; foresters; the occasional ranger who passes through
- Rivals - Poachers; nobles who want to hunt endangered species
Personality
- Traits: Quiet and observant, deeply connected to nature, uncomfortable in cities, fiercely protective of his charges
- Mannerisms: Moves silently even in crowded rooms; touches his bow when nervous
- Voice: Soft and measured, with a rural accent he never tried to lose
Backstory
Gavin grew up in a logging village and learned to hunt to feed his family. His skill caught the attention of a noble who brought him to the capital to manage the Imperial Hunting Grounds. He's spent fifteen years maintaining the grounds, protecting the wildlife, and guiding hunting parties for the nobility.
Daily Life
Spends his days patrolling the vast hunting grounds, tracking game, maintaining trails, and ensuring the balance of the ecosystem. He guides noble hunting parties when required, carefully managing which animals can be taken. Evenings find him in his forest cottage, alone with his thoughts.
Story Hooks
- 1 Something has been killing the game animals and he needs help finding what
- 2 He's discovered evidence of poaching that leads to a powerful noble
Narrative Value
Wilderness guide; quest giver for hunting missions; source of natural lore; potential ally in forest-related quests ═══════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════