CEDAR ANCIENTBARK
Sylvan ElvesTree Shepherd and Ancient Guardian
"These trees were old when your grandmothers were born. They will be here when your grandchildren are dust. Respect them.""
Identity
- Residence
- The Deep Forest - Ancient Grove
- Civilization
- Sylvan Elves
Appearance
• Physical: Ancient and tree-like with bark-textured skin and hair like Spanish moss. Moves with glacial slowness. • Clothing: Robes grown from living lichen. Wears jewelry of ancient wood. • Distinguishing Marks: He can communicate directly with ancient trees. Small plants grow in his presence.
Relationships
- Family - The ancient trees are his family
- Allies - The druids who respect the old ways
- Rivals - Those who want to use ancient trees for resources
Personality
- Traits: Patient beyond measure, wise, occasionally confused by fast events, deeply connected to ancient trees
- Mannerisms: Speaks slowly. Pauses to listen to trees mid-conversation.
- Voice: Deep and resonant, like wind in ancient branches.
Backstory
Cedar has tended the forest's oldest trees for five centuries, serving as their voice and protector. He remembers when the current forest was seedlings and the ancient trees were young. He fears for their future as the world changes.
Daily Life
Cedar walks the ancient groves, checking on the oldest trees and communing with them. He performs maintenance rituals. He advises on matters concerning ancient trees.
Secret
Cedar knows that one of the ancient trees is dying and hasn't told anyone because he fears the panic it would cause.
Story Hooks
- 1 He needs help saving the dying ancient tree
- 2 His knowledge of the ancient trees is needed for a ritual
Narrative Value
Ancient lore, quest giver for tree-related missions, wise advisor, potential source of ancient magic ═══════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════