"The forest speaks to those who listen with patience and respect."
— Lirien Mossveil, Keeper of the Elder Glade

Description

The Velmyrian Grovekeepers are guardians of the enchanted forests and sacred groves of Velmyris, charged with maintaining the harmony of nature and its arcane energies. As a Grovekeeper, you are deeply connected to the leylines and fey beings that shape your world. You act as a mediator between civilization and the natural world, protecting the balance that sustains life.

Whether defending sacred sites, healing scarred lands, or uncovering forgotten wisdom, Grovekeepers embody the wisdom and resilience of the wild. Your actions reflect the ancient traditions of Velmyris, and your presence is a testament to the enduring bond between nature and magic.

Attribute Bonuses:

• Two ability scores of your choice increase by +1.

Trinkets Table

Roll a d8 or choose one:

d8	Trinket
1	A carved wooden figure of a tree, said to grant protection.
2	A vial of glowing sap harvested from a sacred tree.
3	A bundle of enchanted seeds that emit a faint warmth.
4	A journal filled with sketches of magical flora and fey creatures.
5	A polished stone from a sacred grove, inscribed with runes.
6	A feather from a celestial bird said to bless the wilds.
7	A small vial of leyline water that glimmers in the moonlight.
8	A fragment of bark from an ancient, magical tree.

Using the Velmyrian Grovekeeper Background

This background is ideal for Druids, Rangers, or Clerics who thrive in roles of exploration, protection, and natural harmony. Grovekeepers excel in campaigns centered on ancient mysteries, magical preservation, and the balance between nature and civilization. Whether healing scarred lands, defending sacred groves, or unraveling the secrets of Velmyris, these protectors bring wisdom and resilience to every adventure.

Skill Proficiencies:

• Nature: For understanding ecosystems, magical flora, and natural phenomena.
• Perception: To notice subtle changes in the environment or detect threats.

Tool Proficiencies:

• Herbalism Kit: For crafting potions and remedies.
• Woodcarver’s Tools: To create tools, weapons, or magical totems.

Languages:

• Sylvan or one other language of your choice, reflecting your connection to the fey or natural world.
• Common

Equipment:

• A set of durable green-and-brown traveling clothes.
• A handcrafted staff or wooden talisman inscribed with protective runes.
• A small pouch of enchanted seeds or herbs used in healing or rituals.
• A journal containing sketches and notes on magical flora and fauna.
• A pouch containing 10 gold pieces.

Suggested Characteristics

d8	Personality Trait
1	I find solace in the quiet rustling of leaves and the songs of birds.
2	I approach every situation with calm and wisdom, like the steady growth of an ancient tree.
3	I have a deep curiosity for all forms of life, magical or mundane.
4	I speak with reverence for the natural world, as if it were a wise elder.
5	I am slow to anger, but my wrath is fierce when the balance of nature is disturbed.
6	I prefer action to words, letting my deeds speak for my intentions.
7	I see magic as a gift to be nurtured and shared, not abused or exploited.
8	I often hum or sing softly to myself, mimicking the sounds of the forest.

d6	Ideal
1	Balance: The harmony of nature and magic must be preserved at all costs. (Neutral)
2	Protection: It is my duty to defend the innocent and the vulnerable, whether they be creatures or people. (Good)
3	Wisdom: Through understanding the natural world, we can uncover the secrets of life itself. (Neutral)
4	Freedom: Nature should remain untamed and unbound by the chains of civilization. (Chaotic)
5	Power: The magic of the groves is a tool to shape the world as I see fit. (Evil)
6	Tradition: I honor the ancient rites and customs of my ancestors, keeping them alive. (Lawful)

d6	Bond
1	I protect a specific grove or forest that is sacred to me and my people.
2	A powerful fey being or nature spirit once aided me, and I am bound to serve them.
3	I carry a relic of Velmyris, a piece of the grove’s heartwood or an ancient talisman.
4	My mentor was lost while defending the grove, and I strive to live up to their example.
5	A devastating event scarred the land I protect, and I work tirelessly to restore it.
6	I have sworn to ensure that civilization does not encroach upon the wilds.

d6	Flaw
1	I struggle to trust those who come from cities or industrialized areas.
2	I have little patience for those who disrespect the natural world.
3	I can be overly attached to the land I protect, often neglecting other duties.
4	I see enemies where there are none, fearing the destruction of the wilds.
5	I often put the needs of nature above the needs of people, even when it causes conflict.
6	I hold grudges against those who have harmed the wild, even if they seek redemption.

Contacts

Grovekeeper Contacts

Your role as a Grovekeeper has forged bonds with allies and mentors:

• A fey spirit who guides you in times of need.
• A druid or herbalist who shares your commitment to the balance of nature.
• A village elder who seeks your wisdom to protect their community.
• A ranger who relies on your knowledge of the forest to navigate the wilds.