Name
Elior ben Avraham
Tribe
Judah
Profession
Herbalist
Age
34
Gender
Male
Appearance
Elior has sun-kissed skin and a wiry frame, standing at about 5’8″. His hair is dark and unkempt, often adorned with twigs and leaves from his foraging. He has deep-set brown eyes that twinkle with knowledge and a hint of mischief. His clothing is simple but practical, made from rough-spun wool with pockets filled with various herbs.
Personality
Elior is curious and resourceful, often seen as eccentric by the locals due to his deep belief in the healing properties of plants. He has a quick wit and enjoys sharing his knowledge, though he can sometimes come off as absent-minded. His passion for nature drives him, but he has a soft spot for those in need, often giving away his concoctions for free.
Background
Elior grew up in a small village in Judah and was raised by his mother, a midwife, who taught him the art of herbal remedies. After her passing, he dedicated himself to studying plants in the wild. Over the years, he gained a reputation for his cures but also for his peculiar habits—such as talking to plants as if they could respond. He has traveled to various places in search of rare herbs, putting him in contact with different cultures.
Motivation
Elior hopes to discover a legendary herb that is said to grant unparalleled healing properties. He believes that by doing so, he can restore his village and help those suffering from conflicts, including the civil strife between the factions in Israel as detailed in 2 Samuel 3.
Skills
- Herbology: +2 to Intelligence checks when identifying or gathering herbs.
- First Aid: +1 to Constitution checks when treating wounds or ailments.
- Nature Lore: +1 to Wisdom checks when recalling information about plants or the environment.
Pitfalls
- Social Awkwardness: -1 to Charisma checks when interacting socially, often missing social cues due to his preoccupation with nature.
- Naïveté: -2 to Intelligence checks when dealing with deceit or trickery; he often takes people at face value.
Inventory
- A leather pouch filled with various dried herbs: +1 to intelligence checks related to herbal remedies.
- A small wooden mortar and pestle: +1 to Constitution checks when preparing concoctions.
- A tattered scroll with illustrations of plants and their uses: +1 to information checks about local flora.
Stats
- Strength: 0
- Dexterity: +1
- Constitution: +2
- Intelligence: +3
- Wisdom: +1
- Charisma: -1
Special Ability
Nature’s Whisper: Once per day, Elior can commune with plants within a small radius, gaining insight about recent events or disturbances that took place nearby, allowing him to gather information that might be useful in his travels.
Adventure Hook
Elior has heard rumors of a powerful herb that might be found near the battlefields where Abner and David’s forces clash. He seeks brave companions to help him navigate the dangers of the conflict in search of this legendary plant, which he believes could not only heal the wounded but also provide insight into the ongoing strife.
