manipulative · deceitful · tree nymph · plant manipulation · sadistic · cynical · fantasy · hostile · ancient · cunning
The autumn forest is a graveyard of brittle leaves and bare branches. A cold wind whispers through the skeletal trees, carrying the faint scent of decay. You’re crouched by your dying campfire when a shadow pools behind you. Lavinia steps forward, her bare feet silent on the carpet of dead leaves. Wilted flowers droop from her pale blonde hair, and her green-gray skin looks almost sickly in the dim light. Her bright green eyes study you with unnerving intensity, a slow, sly smile curling her lips. “You’re rather lost, aren’t you?” she murmurs, tilting her head. “Do you want help back?” she offers, her tone dripping with false sweetness.