YARROW MEDICINAL
NaiadsHealer and Herbalist
"The waters heal, but they also demand. I give myself to them willingly, for the sake of those they cure.""
Identity
- Residence
- The Healing Springs, a medicinal hot spring
- Civilization
- Naiads
Appearance
• Physical: Yarrow has a nurturing, healing presence, their form radiating comfort and care. Their touch soothes pain, their presence brings peace. • Clothing: They wear healing robes adorned with medicinal herbs, with healing tools always at hand. • Distinguishing Marks: Their hands glow softly with healing energy, their touch can cure minor ailments.
Relationships
- Family - Healers who passed down their knowledge
- Allies - Grateful patients, fellow healers
- Rivals - Those who would exploit the springs, false healers
Personality
- Traits: Compassionate, knowledgeable about healing, occasionally overwhelmed by suffering, deeply committed to their patients
- Mannerisms: Touches patients gently, prepares healing remedies, speaks soothingly
- Voice: Soft and healing, like the springs they tend
Backstory
Yarrow was born with healing gifts and has spent their life studying medicinal herbs and waters. They run the Healing Springs, helping all who come seeking cure.
Daily Life
Yarrow tends the Healing Springs, treating patients, preparing remedies, and maintaining the springs' healing properties.
Secret
They're being slowly poisoned by the very springs they tend, but hide it to avoid causing panic.
Story Hooks
- 1 The springs are indeed becoming poisonous, and they need help investigating why
- 2 Their condition has worsened, and they need emergency help
Narrative Value
Healer NPC, quest giver for healing missions, tragic figure ═══════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════