HOLLY WINTERGUARD
Sylvan ElvesWinter Defender and Evergreen Protector
"Evergreens stand when others fall. They are the forest's winter sentinels. Protect them, and they protect us all.""
Identity
- Residence
- The Northern Reaches - Evergreen Grove
- Civilization
- Sylvan Elves
Appearance
• Physical: Tough and evergreen with holly-berry red cheeks and sharp features. Always carries holly. • Clothing: Dark green robes reinforced with holly. Wears a crown of evergreen leaves. • Distinguishing Marks: Holly doesn't prick him. He seems to thrive in winter.
Relationships
- Family - His family has protected evergreens for generations
- Allies - The evergreen trees he guards
- Rivals - Those who want to harvest evergreens
Personality
- Traits: Stern, protective, surprisingly gentle with evergreens, deeply dedicated
- Mannerisms: Touches evergreens constantly. Checks for winter damage.
- Voice: Sharp and crisp, like winter air.
Backstory
Holly protects the forest's evergreen trees, which provide shelter and food during harsh winters. He's defended them from loggers, disease, and harsh weather for two centuries. He believes evergreens are the forest's winter guardians.
Daily Life
Holly patrols the evergreen groves, checking health and defending against threats. He performs winter rituals. He teaches evergreen care.
Secret
Holly has discovered that the evergreens are dying and doesn't know why.
Story Hooks
- 1 He needs help investigating the evergreen die-off
- 2 Someone is illegally harvesting his protected trees
Narrative Value
Winter protection, quest giver for evergreen-related missions, dedicated NPC, potential environmental crisis plot hook ═══════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════