SAGEWORT RITUALMASTER
Sylvan ElvesMaster of Ceremonies and Ritual Expert
"Rituals are not empty tradition. They are the community speaking to itself, reminding itself who it is and what it values.""
Identity
- Residence
- Heartwood - The Ritual Grounds
- Civilization
- Sylvan Elves
Appearance
• Physical: Dignified with ritual-marked skin and ceremonial robes. Always carries ritual implements. • Clothing: Elaborate robes for different ceremonies. Wears jewelry of ritual significance. • Distinguishing Marks: His body is covered in ritual tattoos. He speaks with ceremonial cadence.
Relationships
- Family - His children assist with ceremonies
- Allies - Those who value tradition
- Rivals - Those who want to simplify rituals
Personality
- Traits: Formal, traditional, surprisingly flexible about new ceremonies, deeply knowledgeable
- Mannerisms: Performs small rituals constantly. Speaks in ceremonial language.
- Voice: Resonant and formal, like temple bells.
Backstory
Sagewort has performed every ritual in Sylvan tradition and created new ones for changing times. He believes rituals connect the community to its history and values. He's adaptable about form but strict about meaning.
Daily Life
Sagewort performs ceremonies, trains ritual assistants, and maintains ritual knowledge. He creates new ceremonies as needed. He advises on ritual matters.
Secret
Sagewort has discovered an ancient ritual so powerful he's afraid to perform it.
Story Hooks
- 1 He needs help performing the ancient ritual he's discovered
- 2 Someone wants to steal his ritual knowledge
Narrative Value
Ceremony officiant, quest giver for ritual-related missions, traditionalist NPC, potential source of powerful rituals ═══════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════