SAGE RIVERSONG
Sylvan ElvesLibrarian and Record Keeper
"Knowledge is the only immortality. The body dies, the soul moves on, but a well-kept record lasts forever.""
Identity
- Residence
- Heartwood - Grove of Learning
- Civilization
- Sylvan Elves
Appearance
• Physical: Thin and scholarly with ink-stained fingers and spectacles perched on her nose. Her hair is tied in a practical bun. • Clothing: Simple robes with countless pockets for writing materials. Always carries scrolls and books. • Distinguishing Marks: Ink stains on her fingers never wash off. Her eyes are tired from reading in dim light.
Relationships
- Family - None; considers books her family
- Allies - The scholars who appreciate her expertise
- Rivals - Those who misplace books or damage scrolls
Personality
- Traits: Obsessive about organization, surprisingly passionate about history, impatient with fools, deeply curious
- Mannerisms: Organizes things without thinking. Quotes historical texts constantly.
- Voice: Sharp and precise, often trailing off into muttered citations.
Backstory
Sage has dedicated her life to preserving Sylvan Elf knowledge, organizing the Grove of Learning's vast collection. She knows the location of every book and scroll in the library and can find information faster than any search spell. She dreams of creating a complete history of the world.
Daily Life
Sage works from dawn until her eyes fail, cataloging, repairing, and organizing. She assists researchers in the afternoon. Evenings are for her own historical projects.
Secret
Sage has discovered a hidden section of the library containing forbidden knowledge and hasn't told anyone.
Story Hooks
- 1 She needs help retrieving a stolen rare manuscript
- 2 She's found something in the forbidden section that requires investigation
Narrative Value
Source of information and lore, quest giver for knowledge-related missions, researcher ally, potential source of forbidden knowledge ═══════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════