Beautiful, smart and tough, the Barkeeper and owner of "The Blood and Sand" in Bard's Gate. She's now a Reeve, and real power in the city.
- Sorek Redmarch
- Eyes
- Brown
- Hair
- Black
- Skin Tone/Pigmentation
- Dark
- Height
- 6'1"
- Weight
- 155 lbs
Wonderful
Aliases: "Wonderful", The Reeve of the Halfbloods
Race: Halfblood (Quarter-Orc)
Born: 1190 (approx)
Height: 5’11”
Weight: 160 lbs
Hair: Long, slightly wavy, dark
Eyes: Deep brown
Skin: Tanned, caramel tone
Build: Lean and toned, with graceful curves
Appearance
Wonderful is a striking presence, blending strength and elegance in equal measure. Standing at 5’11”, her toned physique is the result of a life of adventure and hard work. Her slightly wavy dark hair often falls loose over her shoulders, and her caramel-toned skin highlights her deep brown eyes, which seem to see through to the core of anyone she meets. Whether commanding her tavern, the Blood and Sand, or holding court among the Halfbloods of Bard’s Gate, she moves with the confidence of someone who has seen it all—and come out on top.
I’ve seen prettier faces than yours on wanted posters, and at least those came with a bounty.
Personality
Wonderful’s sharp wit and no-nonsense attitude have earned her both allies and enemies. She has a knack for reading people, honed during her brief but storied adventuring career. Known for her charisma and “the devil’s own luck,” she navigates dangerous waters with charm, sass, and a sharp eye for trouble. Her sense of loyalty and fairness stems from her mother, Genevra, who raised Wonderful and her sister Marvelous in the Halfblood quarter with dignity and without complaint.
The Blood and Sand is a place for stories, and everyone’s got one. Yours better be worth the price of a drink.
Early Life
Born around 1190, Wonderful grew up in the Halfblood quarter of ????????. Her mother, Genevra, a full-blooded Human, raised Wonderful and her younger sister, Marvelous, alone. The girls never knew their father, and Genevra chose to stay among the Halfbloods rather than abandon her children, as others might have. Genevra’s quiet resilience earned her the respect of her neighbors and taught Wonderful the value of loyalty and determination.
Sure, you can rent the private room—if you can handle sharing it with the giant rat that lives there.
Adventuring Days
In her younger years, Wonderful tried her hand at adventuring. While her career wasn’t long, it was enough to grant her a sharp sense of people and a reputation for uncanny luck. Her grace under pressure and quick thinking often got her party out of scrapes—and occasionally into new ones. After deciding she preferred stability to the chaos of the road, she settled in Bard’s Gate and quickly made a name for herself.
Flattery might get you a smile, but it won’t get you a discount. Try again.
The Blood and Sand
Partnering with Handsome Horris, Wonderful invested in and took over the Blood and Sand, a tavern known for its lively atmosphere and rowdy clientele. With her sharp tongue and firm hand, she turned it into the go-to spot for adventurers, traders, and anyone looking for a good story—or a stiff drink.
The only thing free in this place is my advice—and even that comes with a warning label.
Connections and Politics
As Bard’s Gate evolved, so did Wonderful’s role within it. Initially just a tavern owner, she soon became a trusted ally of adventurers and a powerful voice for the Halfblood community. Her charm and influence caught the eye of the king himself, who visited her tavern both incognito and officially. While the king’s interest was gentlemanly, Wonderful wasn’t shy about her short-lived fling with Sir Berringer during this time.
With the city’s shifting political landscape, Wonderful was named Reeve of Bard’s Gate, representing the Halfbloods in official matters. Her no-nonsense approach and fairness have made her a respected—if occasionally feared—leader.
You want a fight? Go ahead, but if I see one drop of blood on my clean floor, you’re gonna find out why they call me ‘Wonderful.’
Family and Relationships
Wonderful had a close bond with her sister, Marvelous, though their paths have diverged significantly. Marvelous joined a movement seeking freedom for the Halfbloods with Kursk, while Wonderful stayed in Bard’s Gate to build her life.
Her relationship with Blue, her niece, is warm and affectionate. Where Wonderful is sharp and commanding, Blue’s naive charm often softens the edges of her pragmatism.
Legacy
Wonderful’s name is spoken with equal parts admiration and trepidation across Bard’s Gate. From her humble beginnings to her rise as a leader and businesswoman, she embodies resilience and determination. The Blood and Sand remains her kingdom, but her influence extends far beyond its walls, cementing her as a legend in her own right.
"Wonderful’s the kind of woman who can run a tavern like a battlefield and a city quarter like a kingdom. She’s sharp, tough, and charming enough to make you forget she’s measuring you up the whole time. The Blood and Sand is her domain—a place for stories, fights, and regrets, and she’s heard them all. She’s got a past she doesn’t talk about and a future she’s building one drink, one deal, and one sharp word at a time. Halfbloods look up to her, nobles can’t quite figure her out, and anyone with half a brain knows better than to cross her. She’s a queen without a crown, and damned if she doesn’t wear it better than most of the ones who have one."
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