REDWOOD TALLGUARD
Sylvan ElvesGiant Tree Guardian and Height Protector
"Height brings perspective. The tall trees see what others miss. Protect them, and gain their wisdom.""
Identity
- Residence
- The Deep Forest - Redwood Grove
- Civilization
- Sylvan Elves
Appearance
• Physical: Tall and ancient with redwood-brown skin and towering presence. Radiates ancient height. • Clothing: Minimal, grown from living bark. Wears jewelry of redwood cones. • Distinguishing Marks: He seems to touch the sky. His presence feels timeless.
Relationships
- Family - Long passed; the redwoods are his family
- Allies - Those who value height
- Rivals - Those who would cut the tall trees
Personality
- Traits: Tall, ancient, surprisingly gentle, deeply protective
- Mannerisms: Looks down constantly. Tends tall trees.
- Voice: Deep and towering, like ancient giants.
Backstory
Redwood guards the tallest trees in the forest, which touch the sky and connect earth to heaven. He's protected them for eight centuries. He believes height brings perspective.
Daily Life
Redwood tends the redwood grove, protects the tallest trees, and maintains their health. He teaches height appreciation. He maintains giant traditions.
Secret
Redwood has discovered that the tallest tree is dying from the top down.
Story Hooks
- 1 He needs help saving the tallest tree
- 2 Someone wants to harvest the tallest tree
Narrative Value
Height guardian, quest giver for tall tree missions, ancient NPC, potential giant tree plot hook ═══════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════