She juggles teacups, sings off-key, and chats with her teapot collection... but somehow, it all works.
Brew-Haha is pure magic, and Juno's the heart of it.
— Bonnie "Ma" Appetit, Culinarian Explorer
Juniper Waddleleaf, commonly known as Juno, is renowned for her role as a tea witch and the proprietor of Brew-Haha, a well-loved tea cafe located in the heart of Chaff.
Juno's earliest memories are infused with the aroma of steeping herbs. Nestled in the verdant orchards of Herbacium under a full moon, she hatched with an innate connection to the magic of brewing. Nurtured by a family of herbalist quackocados, young Juno experimented with concoctions in miniature teacups, her quacking laughter echoing through the orchard.
Driven by an insatiable curiosity, Juno's webbed feet soon carried her beyond the familiar orchards. The vibrant grain markets of Chaff, a bustling cornucopia of activity and intoxicating aromas, quickly captivated her. Inspired, she gathered her courage (and a hefty sack of tea leaves) to open Brew-Haha, a haven for weary travelers and tea enthusiasts alike.
From curing a King's grumpiness with a steaming mug of "Sunshine Citrus Surprise" to hosting raucous tea-dunking competitions, Juno's charm and enchanting brews became legendary. Whispers of her "magical" teapots and the mischievous twinkle in her eyes turned her into a beloved fixture of Chaff.
Brew-Haha
The aroma of a hundred different teas hangs heavy in the air, mingled with the comforting scent of baked goods and the gentle chime of tiny bells. Sunlight streams through stained-glass windows depicting fantastical tea creatures, casting dancing patterns on the mismatched tables and chairs.
Every crevice of the cafe reflects Juno's personality: Walls are adorned with hand-painted murals depicting tea ceremonies, mythical tea beasts, and scenes from Chaff's bustling markets. Comfy armchairs upholstered in flour sack fabric invite patrons to linger, while wooden birdhouses transformed into lamps cast a warm glow. Mismatched teapots of all shapes and sizes line shelves, each with a handwritten tag detailing its unique story and brewing preferences. Some even spout steam or whisper secrets to attentive ears.
Juno boasts a collection exceeding 100 teapots, each with a unique name, personality, and brewing preference. Her favorite, "Grumpy Gertie," a chipped porcelain teapot with a perpetually grumpy expression, brews the most soothing chamomile tea in all of Chaff.
I love Juno! I want to visit Brew-haha and probably never leave. Sounds so cosy.
Juno is definitely going to have to open more rooms for rent in Brew-hahah, it would be such a sweet place to rest after a long adventure down the coast :D