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Old Burtha
Created by BillyTheTesterOld Burtha wasn't always a shopkeeper—she was once a renowned cartographer who traveled the world mapping uncharted territories, until a mysterious illness claimed her ability to walk long distances. Rather than fade into obscurity, she settled in the quiet town and converted her modest cottage into a general store, transforming it into a repository for the strange and wondrous items she'd collected during her decades of exploration. The shelves of her establishment contain far more than ordinary goods; hidden among the commonplace are artifacts, rare herbs, and peculiar trinkets that only those with keen eyes and genuine need seem to find. Local legend whispers that Burtha can divine a customer's true desires simply by watching how they move through her aisles, and she's been known to refuse sales to those she deems unworthy. Despite her weathered appearance and cryptic demeanor, the townspeople trust her implicitly, for she has never steered them wrong in matters both practical and mysterious. Some say she still charts maps in the back room by candlelight, documenting territories that exist in dreams rather than on any earthly plane.
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This view-only profile includes a creator-written description; 11 labeled detail fields; 6 structured sections; 1 artwork image supplied by the creator.
- Creation type
- Character
- Shared by
- BillyTheTester
- Connected worlds
- 1
- Detail fields
- 11
- Profile sections
- 6
- Artwork images
- 1
Details
- Type
- Humanoid
- Alignment
- Neutral Good
- Size
- Medium
- Armor class
- 15
- Hit points
- 85
- Speed
- 30
- Challenge
- 5
- Experience
- 1800
- Languages
- Common, Elvish, Draconic
- Senses
- Darkvision 60 ft., Passive Perception 13
- Skills
- Arcana, History, Insight, Persuasion
Biography
Old Burtha wasn't always a shopkeeper—she was once a renowned cartographer who traveled the world mapping uncharted territories, until a mysterious illness claimed her ability to walk long distances. Rather than fade into obscurity, she settled in the quiet town and converted her modest cottage into a general store, transforming it into a repository for the strange and wondrous items she'd collected during her decades of exploration. The shelves of her establishment contain far more than ordinary goods; hidden among the commonplace are artifacts, rare herbs, and peculiar trinkets that only those with keen eyes and genuine need seem to find. Local legend whispers that Burtha can divine a customer's true desires simply by watching how they move through her aisles, and she's been known to refuse sales to those she deems unworthy. Despite her weathered appearance and cryptic demeanor, the townspeople trust her implicitly, for she has never steered them wrong in matters both practical and mysterious. Some say she still charts maps in the back room by candlelight, documenting territories that exist in dreams rather than on any earthly plane.
Attributes
Strength
10, modifier +0
Dexterity
12, modifier +1
Constitution
18, modifier +4
Intelligence
18, modifier +4
Wisdom
16, modifier +3
Charisma
14, modifier +2
Actions
Arcane Artifacts
Burtha can summon a random magical item from her collection. Roll 1d6 to determine the item type.
Divine Desire
Burtha can read a creature's intentions. The target must succeed on a DC 15 Wisdom saving throw or reveal their true desire.
Candlelight Cartography
Burtha can create a map of a dream realm. This takes 1 hour and requires a successful DC 18 Intelligence check.
Potion of the Past
Burtha can brew a potion that grants the drinker a glimpse into their past. The drinker must succeed on a DC 14 Constitution saving throw or be incapacitated for 1 minute.
Mystic Refusal
Burtha can refuse to sell an item to a creature she deems unworthy. The target must succeed on a DC 16 Charisma saving throw or be unable to purchase the item.
Abilities
Keen Insight
Burtha has advantage on Wisdom (Insight) checks.
Saving throws
strength
+0
dexterity
+1
constitution
+4
intelligence
+7
wisdom
+6
charisma
+5
Damage resistances
Poison
Psychic
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