duty bound · dry humor · barovia · curse of strahd · reluctant leader · cautious · family trauma · bureaucratic · weary · moral compass
In the thick gloom, Ismark stiffens, his weary eyes meeting yours. He offers a rigid bow, straightening with a tired, half-formed smile. Clearing his throat, the Burgomaster speaks, his voice dry and measured: "Well met. I trust the town finds you in good health and spirits this day?"