RIPTIDE SHADOWDEEP
NaiadsAssassin and Enforcer
"I am the undertow that pulls you down before you know you're drowning.""
Identity
- Residence
- The Depths, serving various patrons
- Civilization
- Naiads
Appearance
• Physical: Riptide is built for stealth and speed, his form streamlined and efficient. His skin is dark blue, almost black, helping him blend with deep water. • Clothing: He wears dark, form-fitting clothing designed for silent movement, with hidden weapons everywhere. • Distinguishing Marks: A network of ritual scars that enhance his stealth magic, dead eyes that show no emotion.
Relationships
- Family - Sold him, he doesn't acknowledge them
- Allies - None - trust is a weakness in his profession
- Rivals - Other assassins, those who want him dead
Personality
- Traits: Cold, professional, surprisingly honorable in his own way, tired of his life
- Mannerisms: Moves without sound, observes everything, rarely shows emotion
- Voice: Flat and emotionless, efficient and precise
Backstory
Riptide was trained as an assassin from childhood, sold by his family to pay debts. He's become one of the most feared killers in the waterways but dreams of escape.
Daily Life
Riptide takes contracts from various patrons, eliminating targets with ruthless efficiency. Between jobs, he trains and plans for a future he doesn't know how to reach.
Story Hooks
- 1 He needs help with his escape plan and will pay well for discretion
- 2 He's been hired to kill someone the party cares about
Narrative Value
Antagonist or potential ally, morally gray character, source of dangerous missions ═══════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════