ROWAN ASHBRINGER
Sylvan ElvesFire Warden and Forest Defender
"Fire is neither good nor evil. It is hungry. My job is to decide what it feeds on.""
Identity
- Residence
- Heartwood - Fire Watch Tower
- Civilization
- Sylvan Elves
Appearance
• Physical: Scarred and weathered with hair the color of autumn ash and eyes like burning coals. His skin is marked with old burns. • Clothing: Fire-resistant leathers treated with alchemical compounds. Wears a mask when fighting fires. • Distinguishing Marks: Burn scars covering his arms and chest. His hands are permanently calloused from heat exposure.
Relationships
- Family - None surviving; considers all forest dwellers his responsibility
- Allies - The fire elementals he has learned to communicate with
- Rivals - Traditionalists who oppose any fire in the forest
Personality
- Traits: Grim, dedicated, self-sacrificing, surprisingly gentle with fire victims
- Mannerisms: Constantly checks for smoke. Carries fire-starting tools everywhere "just in case."
- Voice: Rough and raspy from smoke inhalation, but warm when speaking to those he's saved.
Backstory
Rowan lost his entire family to a forest fire started by human campers when he was a child. He dedicated his life to preventing such tragedies, becoming the forest's foremost expert on fire management. He believes controlled burns are necessary for forest health, a controversial position.
Daily Life
Rowan patrols the forest looking for fire hazards and early signs of wildfire. He maintains firebreaks and conducts controlled burns in safe areas. Evenings are for monitoring weather and planning prevention strategies.
Story Hooks
- 1 A massive wildfire is approaching, and he needs help evacuating a remote community
Narrative Value
Environmental expert, quest giver for fire-related missions, moral complexity about necessary evils, potential antagonist if his methods become extreme ═══════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════