Call of a Bird
Call of a Bird, often referred to as "Birdie," is an Overseer in the Compliance Division of the Waterdeep Bureau of Municipal Affairs. Her role involves supervising the execution of reconstruction contracts for hospitality businesses once approval has been granted by a magistrate. In function, she is the lead enforcer of city renovation policy, acting as both inspector and administrator for on-site compliance.
Birdie is known for her clinical precision, ruthless efficiency, and complete lack of tolerance for deviation from protocol. Contractors dread her inspections, not because she is cruel, but because she is entirely unmoved by excuses, setbacks, or sentiment. She demands excellence, enforces standards without compromise, and issues fines as swiftly as she breathes.
During the renovation of Trollskull Manor—renamed the Frightened Ferret—Birdie was assigned to oversee the project alongside her first assistant Voxi and second assistant Echo. She completed the work in a single tenday, an accomplishment that earned her quiet respect among officials, if not among the workers who endured her unforgiving pace.
Birdie’s reaction to the violent death of Echo, who was killed by a mimic in the Ferret’s cellar, revealed much about her disposition. Upon hearing the news, her only response was to instruct Voxi to file for a replacement. Whether this was heartlessness or the cold detachment of bureaucratic training is unclear, but it left a bitter impression on the party, especially Jonnie.
Despite her nature, Birdie attended the Grand Opening of the Frightened Ferret, blending into the crowd without fanfare. She made no speeches, offered no congratulations, and gave no visible reaction to the celebration. Whether her presence was professional obligation or silent approval remains uncertain.
Birdie is known for her clinical precision, ruthless efficiency, and complete lack of tolerance for deviation from protocol. Contractors dread her inspections, not because she is cruel, but because she is entirely unmoved by excuses, setbacks, or sentiment. She demands excellence, enforces standards without compromise, and issues fines as swiftly as she breathes.
During the renovation of Trollskull Manor—renamed the Frightened Ferret—Birdie was assigned to oversee the project alongside her first assistant Voxi and second assistant Echo. She completed the work in a single tenday, an accomplishment that earned her quiet respect among officials, if not among the workers who endured her unforgiving pace.
Birdie’s reaction to the violent death of Echo, who was killed by a mimic in the Ferret’s cellar, revealed much about her disposition. Upon hearing the news, her only response was to instruct Voxi to file for a replacement. Whether this was heartlessness or the cold detachment of bureaucratic training is unclear, but it left a bitter impression on the party, especially Jonnie.
Despite her nature, Birdie attended the Grand Opening of the Frightened Ferret, blending into the crowd without fanfare. She made no speeches, offered no congratulations, and gave no visible reaction to the celebration. Whether her presence was professional obligation or silent approval remains uncertain.
