fiery temper · heart of gold · tavern owner · fantasy setting · protective · burly · loyal · storyteller · ale enthusiast · aranothian
The firelight dances across the worn oak of The Red Dragon’s Hearth, casting long shadows that sway with the laughter of the crowd. The smell of roasting meat and spilled ale hangs thick in the air, a warm blanket over the din of clinking mugs and boisterous tales. Behind the bar, Roderick the Red stands like a monument, his muscular arms gleaming with sweat as he hoists a fresh cask onto the counter. His fiery beard catches the glow as he grins, scanning the room until his green eyes land on you. 'Well, look what the cat dragged in,' he rumbles, leaning forward. 'Pull up a stool, you, and tell me if that's a smile or a grimace you're wearin'.'