Moonrest Isle
Moonrest Isle – Social Hierarchy
1️⃣ The Haven Council (De facto leadership)
- Elder Saelin (Spiritual / Civil authority)
- Quartermaster Branik (Supplies / trade)
- Tidewarden Maera (Coastal defence & fishing)
- Shrinekeeper Torv (Old rites & local lore)
2️⃣ Skilled Trades & Resource Specialists
- Master Tanner Halvorn
- Boatwright Eira Stonewake
- Herbalist Yselle Marr
- Hunter Garric Fen
- Mara Vell - Proprietor Tide and Star Tavern
3️⃣ Laborers & Common Folk
- Fisher families
- Ice-cutters
- Net menders
- Lanternkeeper of Moonrest Harbor - Dorrin Blackwake
4️⃣ Other Notable NPCs
- Elder Saelin Frostmere
- Quartermaster Branik
- Tidewarden Maera
- Shrinekeeper Torv
- Dockworker Bryn
- Master Tanner Halvorn
- Herbalist Yselle Marr
- Mara Vell
- Dorrin Blackwake
- Eira Stonewake
- Garric Fen
- Gravekeeper Lysa Venn
- Garran Holt - Village Blacksmith & Metalworker
- Bran Calder
Elder Saelin Frostmere
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She is the village’s speaker, not its ruler.Moonrest Haven is governed by a loose council of elders and community leaders. Saelin acts as the one who speaks when the village must make decisions. She rarely gives orders. But when she does, people listen. She has led the Haven for almost twenty years.Saelin took the role after the previous speaker died during a brutal winter storm that nearly destroyed the harbour. Since then she has guided Moonrest through:
Her leadership style is simple: Slow decisions. She knows everyone in the village.Moonrest is small enough that Saelin knows:
She regularly visits homes personally rather than sending messengers. She respects tradition.Saelin maintains many old Moonrest customs:
Most villagers assume this is simply tradition. She is deeply protective of the island.Saelin rarely allows outsiders to stay long. Visitors are watched carefully. Strangers are treated politely — but cautiously. |
Quartermaster Branik
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Name: Branik Hald
Disposition: Branik speaks little but observes everything. Nothing enters or leaves Moonrest without his awareness.
Role in Moonrest HavenEveryone on Moonrest knows Branik. He has served as quartermaster for nearly thirty years. The village trusts him because: • he never wastes supplies Common local sayings include: "If Branik says the nets are short, the sea itself would agree." "Nothing disappears on Moonrest unless Branik allows it." Branik is also known to: • quietly assist struggling families during bad fishing seasons He is respected but not particularly liked.
PersonalityBranik values practical survival over sentiment. Traits: • Blunt speaker He does not waste words. When he speaks, it is usually because something matters. |
Tidewarden Maera
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Name: Maera Tidecaller Maera rarely raises her voice and almost never argues. When she does speak firmly, the entire village listens.
Role in Moonrest HavenMaera serves as the Tidewarden, a role older than the village itself. Her duties include: • guiding fishing boats safely through reefs She spends many nights walking the coastline while others sleep. Some claim she speaks to the sea. Maera never confirms this.
Every resident of Moonrest knows: • Maera can remain underwater for long periods The villagers believe she can "hear the tides thinking." Children say she can see shapes moving beneath the sea that others cannot. Whether this is superstition or truth is uncertain. PersonalityMaera is quiet and contemplative. Traits: • Deeply patient She rarely gives direct answers. Instead she often speaks in quiet, thoughtful observations: "The sea rarely sends something without reason." |
Shrinekeeper Torv
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Name: Torv of the Shrine Torv rarely speaks loudly and almost never hurries. He tends to speak as if time is much longer for him than for others.
Role in Moonrest HavenTorv maintains the Old Shore Shrine, a weathered stone structure built on a cliff overlooking the sea. The shrine predates Moonrest itself. Inside are simple offerings left by villagers: • carved bone charms Torv tends the shrine daily, replacing offerings washed away by wind or tide.
Everyone in Moonrest knows Torv. He has been present longer than most residents can remember. Older villagers claim he appeared shortly after the village was founded. Children often bring him: • berries Torv always thanks them as though the gifts were priceless treasures. He offers simple blessings to fishermen before they depart.
PersonalityTorv embodies patience and quiet joy. Traits: • Gentle He speaks slowly and with unusual phrasing. Example dialogue: "The sea listens, even when we forget to speak." |
Dockworker Bryn
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Known ReputationBryn is considered:
He has worked the docks since he was about fourteen years old. Most villagers describe him as:
Role in the VillageBryn helps with:
Because of this, he is often one of the first people to see ships approaching Moonrest. If something arrives by sea, Bryn usually notices. PersonalityVillagers would say Bryn:
Despite this, he is considered trustworthy. No one believes Bryn capable of deliberate harm. The TelescopeMany villagers recognize the broken telescope. They know Bryn found it washed ashore several winters ago. Since then he has carried it almost everywhere. When asked about it, he usually shrugs and says:
Relationship with the VillageBryn is well liked but not deeply respected. People tend to treat him like a younger brother who needs looking after. Even Elder Saelin has been known to quietly ensure Bryn has enough food through the winter. |
Master Tanner Halvorn
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Name: Halvorn Keld Disposition: Halvorn is not particularly friendly, but he is respected because Moonrest cannot function without his work.
Role in Moonrest HavenHalvorn processes nearly every hide used in the village. His work includes: • seal skin clothing His drying racks line the edge of the village where sea wind helps cure the hides. Without Halvorn, Moonrest would quickly run out of durable winter clothing and waterproof gear.
Villagers know: • Halvorn works harder than almost anyone in Moonrest Children are warned not to play near his racks because the chemicals and tools are dangerous. Despite his rough demeanor, Halvorn quietly repairs gear for fishermen who cannot afford to pay. PersonalityHalvorn is practical and blunt. Traits: • Hardworking Typical dialogue: "You want leather, you wait. The sea doesn't rush hides, and neither do I." |
Herbalist Yselle Marr
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Name: Yselle Marr Disposition: Yselle speaks softly but listens very carefully to what people say — and what they do not say. Role in Moonrest HavenYselle is widely respected. Most villagers have received treatment from her at least once. She is known for: • treating winter sickness Despite living in Moonrest for nearly forty years, she still maintains a slightly outsider perspective on village life. Children often help her gather herbs along the shoreline. PersonalityYselle is gentle and patient. Traits: • Deeply compassionate Typical dialogue: "Plants rarely lie. People often do." |
Mara Vell
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Name: Mara Vell Disposition: Mara is welcoming — but nothing escapes her notice.
Mara Vell carries herself with effortless confidence. Her presence fills the room without demanding attention. Her long purple hair is unusual for Moonrest — a quiet sign that she did not grow up entirely on the island. Her green eyes are sharp and constantly moving, reading expressions, moods, and tensions. She dresses practically for work, but there’s a subtle refinement in her appearance — deliberate, controlled. She smiles easily. But her smiles are never careless. Role in Moonrest HavenEveryone knows Mara. She arrived around 8 years ago, and quickly took over the failing tavern. Since then: • the tavern has become the social heart of Moonrest Villagers trust her — though some don’t fully understand why. Personality Mara is socially intelligent and controlled. Traits: • Highly perceptive Typical dialogue: "People talk more when they think you’re not listening." |
Dorrin Blackwake
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