![[whiskey.png]] #### **Basic Information** - **Name:** Whiskerwick "Whiskey" Thistlefoot - **Race/Species:** Ysoki (Ratfolk) - **Class/Profession:** Merchant, Innkeeper, Information Broker - **Alignment/Morality:** Chaotic Good - **Age:** Late 40s (for a Ysoki) - **Gender & Pronouns:** He/Him - **Appearance:** A lean, older Ysoki with greying fur, primarily a mix of gray and white. His fur is always well-groomed, and he wears a patchwork of fine yet mismatched clothing collected from various travelers. He is rarely seen without his wide-brimmed, trinket-adorned hat, a symbol of his eclectic taste and the many friendships he has made. #### **Personality & Traits** - **Personality Summary:** Whiskey is a lively and endlessly hospitable character, thriving on conversation, trade, and the sharing of stories. He has an impeccable memory for faces, names, and personal details, making him an invaluable source of gossip and information. Though he enjoys a lighthearted approach to life, he is no fool—his business acumen is sharp, and he knows when to be wary of trouble. - **Strengths & Skills:** - Exceptional social skills; an expert negotiator and storyteller. - Masterful at gathering and distributing useful rumors. - Quick-witted and adaptable, able to defuse conflicts with charm or cunning. - Well-connected, particularly among the Ysoki caravans and Rivermarch traders. - Excellent cook and brewer, known for his spiced whiskey and hearty meals. - **Weaknesses & Flaws:** - Distrusts rigid authority and excessive bureaucracy, preferring to operate in the gray areas of commerce. - Occasionally meddles too much in others’ affairs, believing he knows what’s best. - Holds grudges against those who exploit or mistreat his patrons or the downtrodden. - **Mannerisms & Speech Patterns:** - Speaks with a fast-paced, animated tone, often punctuated by chuckles and knowing winks. - Uses colorful metaphors and sayings, often tying them to the importance of hospitality and business. - Frequently taps his whiskers or hat while thinking. #### **Background & Story Role** - **Backstory Summary:** Originally from a wandering Ysoki caravan, Whiskey saw the potential in Rivermarch as a place where his people could establish a stable home. Capitalizing on the settlement’s rapid growth, he founded **Whiskey’s Rest**, a tent-city inn that offers comfortable lodgings, warm meals, and a social hub for newcomers. Over time, his establishment has become a gathering place for traders, mercenaries, and diplomats alike. - **Current Motivations:** - Ensuring the financial success and long-term survival of Whiskey’s Rest. - Supporting Rivermarch’s growth as a haven for diverse communities, including the Ysoki. - Keeping a pulse on political intrigue, trade opportunities, and the threats facing the settlement. - **Connections & Relationships:** - Strong ties with [[Tybalt Rattigan]], with whom he shares information and occasionally schemes. - Fostering trade relations with [[Tartuk]] and his kobold community, seeing them as kindred underdogs. - Keeps an ear out regarding King [[Castruccio Irovetti]], wary of Pitax’s potential interference in Rivermarch. - Trusted by many adventurers and merchants, who treat Whiskey’s Rest as their home away from home. - **Factions or Allegiances:** - Loyal to Rivermarch’s success but operates independently. - Well-respected within the Ysoki caravan networks. - **Notable Items or Equipment:** - His wide-brimmed hat, adorned with trinkets from guests and friends. - A small enchanted ledger that allows him to record and recall vital trade agreements and gossip. - A finely made dagger with a hidden compartment for emergency coin or messages. #### **Additional Notes** - **Recurring Themes:** - The power of community and shared stories. - The importance of adaptability and wit over brute force. - The blending of cultures in a growing settlement. - **Player/GM Notes:** - Whiskey is a great source of plot hooks, introducing new visitors, quests, or secrets. - He can serve as a neutral mediator in disputes within Rivermarch. - A valuable ally for players who seek information or wish to establish their own businesses or trade routes.