THISTLE POISONMASTER
Sylvan ElvesToxicologist and Poison Expert
"Poison is neither good nor evil. It is a tool. The hand that wields it determines its morality. I trust very few hands.""
Identity
- Residence
- Heartwood - The Poison Garden
- Civilization
- Sylvan Elves
Appearance
• Physical: Thin and sharp-featured with purple-streaked hair and calculating eyes. Always wears gloves. • Clothing: Protective leathers in dark colors. Wears a mask when working with dangerous substances. • Distinguishing Marks: Her nails are permanently stained purple. She never touches anyone directly.
Relationships
- Allies - The healers who depend on her antidotes
- Rivals - Those who want poisons for assassination
Personality
- Traits: Precise, clinical, surprisingly ethical about poison use, deeply knowledgeable
- Mannerisms: Tests everything for poison. Keeps antidotes on her person at all times.
- Voice: Dry and clinical, like a lecture.
Backstory
Thistle has studied poisons for two centuries, becoming the forest's foremost expert on toxins and their antidotes. She provides poisons for hunting and antidotes for accidents. She maintains strict ethical standards about who receives lethal poisons.
Daily Life
Thistle tends her poison garden, cataloging and studying new toxins. She creates antidotes and treatments. She consults with those seeking her expertise.
Secret
Thistle has created a poison so deadly it has no antidote, and she's terrified of what might happen if it falls into the wrong hands.
Story Hooks
- 1 She needs help securing her deadliest creation
- 2 Someone has stolen a sample of her ultimate poison
Narrative Value
Poison and antidote crafting, quest giver for toxin-related missions, morally complex character, potential source of dangerous substances ═══════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════