REED MARSHWALKER
NaiadsHunter and Trapper
"The marsh provides for those who respect her. Take too much, and she'll take you in return.""
Identity
- Residence
- The Reed Marshes, a vast wetland
- Civilization
- Naiads
Appearance
• Physical: Reed is lean and weathered, his skin the color of marsh mud. He moves silently through the wetlands, at home in the treacherous terrain. • Clothing: He wears camouflage made from reeds and mud, with tools for hunting and trapping. • Distinguishing Marks: His legs are slightly malformed for walking on marshy ground, an adaptation from generations of marsh naiads.
Relationships
- Family - All dead, the marsh takes its toll
- Allies - A few traders who value his goods, the marsh creatures he doesn't hunt
- Rivals - Other hunters, those who would develop the marsh
Personality
- Traits: Self-reliant, knowledgeable about the marsh, suspicious of outsiders, loyal to friends
- Mannerisms: Moves silently, tests ground before stepping, speaks sparingly
- Voice: Rough and quiet, used to silence
Backstory
Reed was born in the marshes and has never left. He knows every inch of the wetland, every creature that lives there, and every danger that lurks in the muck. He makes his living hunting and trapping.
Daily Life
Reed hunts marsh creatures, maintains his trap lines, and trades with the few who venture into the marsh. He lives alone, preferring the company of the wetland to people.
Secret
He's discovered a hidden community living deep in the marsh that wants to remain undiscovered.
Story Hooks
- 1 He needs help dealing with a dangerous creature that's moved into his territory
- 2 The hidden community is in danger, and he needs outsiders to help without revealing their existence
Narrative Value
Guide to marsh terrain, source of survival knowledge, quest giver for hunting missions ═══════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════