The Kite War

Rival districts fly kites shaped like beasts; when two shadows cross on the ground, brawls erupt beneath them. The city guard is overwhelmed. Cut the strings that carry a curse, broker a truce between kite-masters, or join the sky battle before the festival ends in a riot.

Suggested NPCs

Delilah Darkwater

  • Human
  • Male
  • Adult

Role

Occupation
Dragonfly mail sorter

Character

Motivation
Maintaining order and justice
Personality
Wise and patient
Background
Town guard dedicated to protecting citizens

Details

Quirk
Carries a lucky charm they will not explain
Speaking style
Quotes prices instead of feelings
Private fear
Crowds during festivals
Secret
Owes a dragon a favor due at harvest
Signature item
Scarf knitted from a single endless thread

Beatrice Ironforge

  • Human
  • Non-binary
  • Adult

Role

Occupation
River toll clerk

Character

Motivation
Maintaining order and justice
Personality
Deadpan and dry-humored
Background
Town guard dedicated to protecting citizens

Details

Quirk
Counts heat waves instead of seconds
Speaking style
Names people by their trade first
Private fear
Running out of shade
Secret
Already died; the necklace keeps them walking
Signature item
Map folded into a paper swan

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