XERXES DROUGHTBANE
NaiadsDrought Fighter and Water Preserver
"The desert advances, but I will not yield. Every drop preserved is a victory against the drought.""
Identity
- Residence
- The Drought Lands, an arid region fighting desertification
- Civilization
- Naiads
Appearance
• Clothing: He wears practical gear designed for arid conditions, with water preservation tools always at hand. • Distinguishing Marks: His presence can summon small amounts of water, his touch can assess soil moisture.
Relationships
- Family - Distant - his work consumes him
- Allies - Fellow drought fighters, those who depend on his water
- Rivals - The desert itself, those who waste water
Personality
- Traits: Determined, knowledgeable about drought conditions, occasionally desperate, deeply committed to preserving water
- Mannerisms: Conserves water obsessively, searches for new sources, battles desertification constantly
- Voice: Dry but determined, like water in the desert
Backstory
Xerxes has spent centuries fighting drought in the arid lands. He's developed techniques for water preservation that are now used across dry regions.
Daily Life
Xerxes works to preserve water in the drought lands, finding new sources, teaching preservation techniques, and battling the encroaching desert.
Secret
He's discovered an underground water source that could save the region, but extracting it would have unforeseen consequences.
Story Hooks
- 1 He needs help extracting the underground water safely
- 2 Someone is trying to steal his discovery for profit
Narrative Value
Drought fighter, quest giver for water preservation missions, determined ally ═══════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════