Iris Swiftarrow
Nomads of AuroraBird Handler
"Honor is not given; it is earned through action, not words.""
Identity
- Residence
- Winter camp in the sheltered southern valleys
- Civilization
- Nomads of Aurora
Appearance
• Physical: Wears protective leather gear even in heat. Eyes constantly search the sky for feathered silhouettes. • Clothing: Well-maintained garments in tribal colors with modest decorative stitching. Quality materials show comfortable means. Protective leather gear on arms and shoulders. Hood often hanging at belt for bird handling. • Distinguishing Marks: Hair is prematurely gray/white from a traumatic experience
Relationships
- Family - Only surviving member of their immediate family, carries the weight of continuing the line
- Allies - Bound by oath of friendship to a Stonehold Dwarf who saved their life
- Rivals - Personal enemy whose grudge dates back to childhood
Personality
- Traits: Traditional, Respectful, Reverent, Devoted
- Mannerisms: Traces patterns in dust or on tables while talking
- Voice: Calm and steady, soothing like a gentle stream
Backstory
Trained from childhood in the family profession, showing exceptional talent that earned early recognition. However, a falling out with an elder led to self-imposed exile for several years before reconciliation.
Daily Life
Has established routines that blend professional responsibilities with spiritual practices, believing that the two cannot be separated. Each task is approached as both work and devotion.
Secret
Possesses a cursed artifact that brings bad luck to the tribe
Story Hooks
- 1 Requires help rescuing family members captured by bandits
- 2 Needs adventurers to serve as witnesses in a tribal dispute
Narrative Value
Serves as a quest giver who can connect players to the broader Nomad community and its concerns ═══════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════