RILLIAN STREAMSONG
NaiadsBard and Diplomat
"A song can open doors that swords would shatter against. The trick is knowing which tune to play.""
Identity
- Residence
- Travels between water courts
- Civilization
- Naiads
Appearance
• Physical: Rillian has a charismatic presence, his features handsome in a way that seems to shift slightly to appeal to whoever he's speaking to. His hair flows like a gentle brook, constantly moving even in still air. • Clothing: He wears elegant clothing in various shades of blue and silver, always appropriate for whatever court he's visiting. • Distinguishing Marks: A signet ring from each major water court he serves, worn on a chain around his neck.
Relationships
- Family - Comes from a long line of diplomat-bards, distant relationship
- Allies - Multiple water courts, a network of informants and fellow artists
- Rivals - Other diplomats who resent his success, political factions he opposes
Personality
- Traits: Charming, manipulative, genuinely loves his art, conflicted about his role
- Mannerisms: Plays a small harp when thinking, adjusts his rings when nervous
- Voice: Melodious and adaptable, able to mimic any accent or dialect
Backstory
Rillian was trained from birth to be a diplomat, using his musical talents to ease tensions between rival water courts. He's successfully prevented three wars through carefully crafted songs and negotiations, but wonders if he's truly made a difference.
Daily Life
Rillian travels constantly between courts, performing at gatherings, mediating disputes, and gathering information for his patrons. He maintains a network of contacts across the waterways.
Secret
2. His double life has been discovered, and he needs to escape or prove his innocence
Narrative Value
Diplomat NPC, information source, quest giver for political missions ═══════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════