Appearance: In his human guise, Brendenbryl appears as a venerable elder, with eyes that shimmer like liquid silver, capturing the boundless depths of the universe. His flowing hair and beard are a canvas of midnight, dotted with luminous points that mimic the night sky. His robes, which change color with the moon’s cycle, are adorned with arcane symbols visible only to those initiated into the mysteries of old magic. However, his true form is that of a celestial dragon, scales shimmering with the hues of the cosmos, wings that span the heavens, and eyes that hold the wisdom of ages.
Personality: Brendenbryl, the Lore Walker, is a repository of ancient knowledge, communicating in puzzles that spark enlightenment. His demeanor is usually serene and introspective, yet can swiftly turn as majestic and formidable as the cosmos when the situation demands. Despite his enigmatic aura, he possesses a profound empathy for life, guiding beings towards their fate with a subtlety that belies his power.
Abilities: As a conduit for celestial magic, Brendenbryl wields the power of the stars and the night. He can dissolve into shadows, traverse vast distances under the veil of darkness, and divine future events with an accuracy that rivals the oracles. His ability to summon and commune with celestial beings allows him to influence events from behind the scenes. In his true dragon form, Brendenbryl can manipulate the very essence of the cosmos, crafting spells of protection and illusion so potent that they can shield or hide entire worlds from malevolent forces.
Backstory: Brendenbryl’s thirst for knowledge once led him to a hidden corner of existence where he beheld the fabric of the cosmos itself. This revelation transformed him, linking his essence with the celestial forces and awakening his true form as a celestial dragon. Since then, he has walked the world as the Lore Walker, a guardian of forgotten wisdom and a mentor to those who seek to peer into the depths of magic and the universe.
Motivations: Brendenbryl seeks to maintain the delicate balance between knowledge revealed and knowledge concealed. He steps into the affairs of mortals only when the balance of reality itself is threatened, preferring to influence events from the shadows. His grand purpose is to ready the world for a celestial convergence that will test the fabric of reality, ensuring that those who wield magic do so with respect for the forces that govern existence.
Allies and Enemies: Esteemed by those who grasp the magnitude of his existence, Brendenbryl finds allies among celestial entities and the adepts of ancient magic. Yet, his cryptic guidance and powerful secrets make him an adversary to those who lust for power without understanding its true cost, including dark sorcerers and entities that seek to overturn the cosmic order.