John Doe Character in Illios | World Anvil

John Doe

John Doe (a.k.a. Fool of the Lost Song)

John Doe is an amnesiac who was taken in by the Druids of Nayla's Gift.   He was trying to remember the Lost Song, a melody that flutters on the edge of his forgotten memories.   Since the Gift was razed by the king, John has set out for vengeance and during his wanderings met with Androl Bardur.

Physical Description

General Physical Condition

Hardy frame but not particularly muscular.

Body Features

Stretch marks showing atrophy of once large muscle mass. Nutritional neglect that has begun to heal. Caused from his days as a drifter and from singular focus on remembering the song.

Facial Features

Verdant green eyes. Thin scarring along the right chin and cheeks. Salt and pepper beard.

Identifying Characteristics

Pack strung over the shoulder full of wood carvings.

Physical quirks

Paces when focused.

Apparel & Accessories

Wears a worn cloak and patchwork leather. Carries a pack of wood carvings. Contents include small animals, wooden cogs and gears. A collection of red crystals, some of which are placed into the carvings where the heart would be.

Mental characteristics

Personal history

???

Gender Identity

Male.

Sexuality

He knows there was someone, and she sings in his memories. A pale face without features, and a beautiful voice devoid of sound.

Education

???

Employment

??? Gatherer of the Gift Drifter Adventuring partner of Androl Bardur

Accomplishments & Achievements

Bought time for Briar to escape. Invented Wood-based Artificry.

Failures & Embarrassments

Was unable to stand with the Druids of the Gift. Having no martial or magical skills of his own at the time.

Mental Trauma

Watched Nayla's Gift burn. Hunted through the woods and fought to exhaustion against the invaders.

Intellectual Characteristics

Quick wit. Well read, even if the opportunity is a rarity.

Morality & Philosophy

Don't be a greedy cheat. Kick greedy bastards in the head.

Taboos

Aversion to speaking with the Great Divines.

Personality Characteristics

Motivation

Remember the song. Completely destroy the king, his lands and his people. Remember the song.

Savvies & Ineptitudes

Perceptive, good outdoors, with magic and nature. Struggles athletically.

Likes & Dislikes

Likes: Music and Nature Dislikes: The Divines, Haunts, The King

Virtues & Personality perks

Willing to step into danger for others.

Vices & Personality flaws

Singular focus to the point of self neglect.

Personality Quirks

Hums constantly.

Hygiene

Lives in the woods lmao. Bathes in a river when he can. Washes up when available if in a civilized setting. Smells of wood smoke most of the time.

Social

Contacts & Relations

Has a few aqaintences from the outlaying towns, but he avoided major population centers for fear of persecution due to Artificry and Druidic ties.

Family Ties

???

Religious Views

Views the Great Divines as Gods, but they are not the Gods who hold sway over John. They are out of tune with the song of his soul.

Social Aptitude

Socially competent but always feels outlandish and unrelated to others.

Mannerisms

Old Soul. Defensive social stance. Quick to plot.

Hobbies & Pets

Frederick the Timber Wolf. Carves wooden animals and cogs. Hums.

Speech

Flowery speech. Quick wit. Talks with an accent picked up from the druid circles.

Wealth & Financial state

Drifter, poor.

Amnesiac, salt and pepper hair. Constantly humming.

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Alignment
Neutral Good
Honorary & Occupational Titles
None.
Age
40 - 50
Date of Birth
?? of ???, ???? ASF
Birthplace
???
Children
Current Residence
The Ditch
Gender
Male
Eyes
Green
Hair
Black, grey by the temples and beard.
Skin Tone/Pigmentation
Olive
Height
6 ft.
Weight
190 lbs
Quotes & Catchphrases
*hum, hum, h~u~m, hum*
Known Languages
Common, Draconic, Dwarvish, Elvish, Sylvan