Aegeus Coralward
NereidsCoral Conservationist
"Coral is not decoration. It is life, community, the foundation of entire ecosystems.""
Identity
- Residence
- The Conservation Center, Environmental District
- Civilization
- Nereids
Appearance
• Physical: Weathered with scales faded from years of outdoor work. His hands are scarred from handling coral. • Clothing: Wears practical work gear reinforced for fieldwork, always carrying conservation tools. • Distinguishing Marks: His body bears countless small scars; wears a pendant made from coral he saved.
Relationships
- Family - His wife shares his passion; his children are being trained in conservation.
- Allies - Environmental advocates; fellow conservationists; scientists who study coral ecosystems.
- Rivals - Developers who want to destroy coral; polluters who damage the waters; officials who ignore his warnings.
Personality
- Traits: Dedicated, knowledgeable about coral, quietly fierce when protecting it, deeply patient
- Mannerisms: Touches coral constantly to check its health; speaks about conservation obsessively; gets agitated when coral is damaged.
- Voice: Rough but passionate, with a tendency to lecture about coral importance.
Backstory
Aegeus has dedicated his life to coral conservation, developing techniques that have saved reefs across Nereidum. He's fought developers, pollution, and climate change. The coral is his life's work.
Daily Life
Aegeus monitors coral health, implements conservation projects, and advocates for environmental protection. He trains new conservationists.
Story Hooks
- 1 Aegeus needs help defending a critical reef from development.
Narrative Value
Source of environmental knowledge; quest giver for conservation missions; passionate ally. ═══════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════