Broken Lanterns Floating Down a River Krimson

Broken Lanterns Floating Down a River Krimson, referred to from this point onwards as River, is a perspecticus living in the Empire of Andorn. Although a very recent addition to Andorn's populace, she immediately found a place in the town of Plainsmarch, where the head priest of The Krimson Hand took her in.

## Appearance

Like all perspectici, River's appearance changes almost every day. She tends to choose brightly colored, distinct forms, particularly those of human females, though isn't opposed to using male bodies or duller colors.

River's real form, however, is truly something to behold. Standing tall and unnerving, her six long limbs and thin body call to mind some kind of humanoid cricket, especially with the plates that make up her skin. These plates almost look like the bark of a birch tree, a sign that she was born in a birch forest. Her hair is black, and long enough to reach her waist.

## Early Life

Pretty much nothing is known about River's life prior to her arrival in Plainsmarch. What is known, however, is nothing good. Her parents are both dead, and she has no surviving family whatsoever. She survived only due to her own ingenuity and skills, hopping from one abandoned structure to the next, up until she was found by The Krimson Hand.

## Time in Plainsmarch

River has only lived in Plainsmarch for a short while, and has spent much of that time exploring the surrounding areas more than the city itself. Because of this, she isn't exactly a common sight, and honestly most of the citizens think of her as some sort of cryptid. This isn't helped by the fact she changes her appearance regularly, therefore making the task of recognizing her significantly harder.

Currently, she lives with the priest who took her in, earning her keep by finding and looting abandoned structures, and assisting with spreading the word of the Krimson Hand. She is also working on writing a bestiary, with the intent of studying wildlife to keep herself safe on her travels.

## Personality

River is not what most people would call "prime friendship material", often coming across as vaguely rude and overly blunt. She doesn't tend to think too carefully before speaking, usually saying exactly what's on her mind with little to no consideration for others' feelings. Despite this bluntness, she isn't trying to be mean or rude. In fact, once past her prickly and aloof exterior, River is rather kind and attentive, even if oblivious to the emotions of others.

Just because she isn't genuinely mean, doesn't mean she's a pushover though. River, like most female perspectici, is more than willing to throw down with anyone who offends her or picks a fight, and she won't retreat either. She is confident in her fighting prowess, bordering on cocky.

River adores all things valuable and shiny, and collects objects that interest her, much like a crow. She defends her hoard with a vengeance too, and those who steal from her will never hear the end of it.

She has a passion for art and song, even though she isn't particularly good at either. She often hums or whistles tunes whilst working or wandering, and is fascinated by murals and paintings. She is especially fond of songs and art that have to do with romance, even if she is mostly uninterested in pursuing a partner herself.

River is generally pleasant when amongst friends, quick to laugh and poke fun at others. She quite likes games and puzzles, and thinks nice days with those she cares about are some of the best. Despite this, she also has a short fuse, and doesn't hesitate to tell someone if they're annoying her. This more friendly side of her is never seen by those she doesn't explicitly know and trust, and getting to that point is a long and difficult process.

## Trivia

* She finds puns both stupid and hilarious.
* Unlike most perspectici, she's perfectly at home underground as well as in the trees.
* She doesn't like cheese.
* Her favored weapon is an axe.
* River dislikes wearing armor, but recognizes when it favors her.
* She is very naturally-minded, and loves animals.