BRIAR OAKENSPIRIT
Sylvan ElvesMaster Brewer - Forest Ales
"A good ale tells a story. A great ale lets you live it. Drink deep, friend, and taste the forest's soul.""
Identity
- Residence
- Heartwood - The Root Cellar Brewery
- Civilization
- Sylvan Elves
Appearance
• Physical: Portly for an elf with rosy cheeks and a booming laugh. His hair and beard are nut-brown with foam constantly in them. • Clothing: Stained leather apron over comfortable clothes. Wears a tankard on his belt. • Distinguishing Marks: Permanently smells of yeast and hops. Has a habit of hiccuping small puffs of magical mist.
Relationships
- Family - His wife manages the business side; children help in the brewery
- Allies - The yeast spirits he believes inhabit his best batches
- Rivals - Other brewers who try to copy his techniques
Personality
- Traits: Jovial, generous, surprisingly philosophical when drunk, fiercely proud of his craft
- Mannerisms: Offers samples to everyone. Tastes constantly while working.
- Voice: Booming and friendly, often slurring slightly even when sober.
Backstory
Briar discovered his talent for brewing when a batch of experimental ale accidentally fermented with magical yeast. His ales are now famous throughout the forest for their unique flavors and minor magical effects. He considers brewing an art form and each batch a masterpiece.
Daily Life
Briar brews from early morning, monitoring fermentation and testing batches. He hosts tastings in the afternoon. Evenings are for experimentation and entertaining guests.
Story Hooks
- 1 He needs rare ingredients for his masterpiece brew
Narrative Value
Source of magical beverages, quest giver for ingredient gathering, comic relief, potential source of unique magic items ═══════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════