SERENITY POOLGUARD
NaiadsElder and Advisor
"I have seen civilizations rise like springs and fall like droughts. The only constant is change, and the wisdom to flow with it.""
Identity
- Residence
- The Sacred Pool, an ancient naiad holy site
- Civilization
- Naiads
Appearance
• Physical: Serenity is ancient even by naiad standards, her form translucent and ethereal. She seems to exist partially out of phase with the material world. • Clothing: She wears robes of ancient design, preserved through magic, adorned with relics from centuries past. • Distinguishing Marks: Her eyes are completely white, seeing through time rather than space.
Relationships
- Family - All long dead, she speaks of them as if still present
- Allies - The current generation of leaders who respect her wisdom
- Rivals - Those who dismiss her as senile or obsolete
Personality
- Traits: Ancient wisdom, patient, occasionally confused by present times, deeply caring
- Mannerisms: Speaks slowly, often references events centuries past, pauses as if listening to voices others can't hear
- Voice: Echoing and distant, as if coming from far away or long ago
Backstory
Serenity has guarded the Sacred Pool for four centuries, witnessing the rise and fall of empires. She's a living repository of naiad history and wisdom, consulted by leaders from across the waterways.
Daily Life
Serenity spends her days in meditation, communing with the Sacred Pool and the spirits of past guardians. She receives visitors seeking wisdom and performs ancient rituals to maintain the pool's power.
Story Hooks
- 1 She finally reveals the prophecy, which concerns the party directly
- 2 Someone is trying to kill her to prevent the prophecy from being revealed
Narrative Value
Source of ancient wisdom and prophecy, quest giver for history-related missions, mentor figure ═══════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════