Hilda Bronzebottom is a halfling with a stout, sturdy build, standing just under three feet tall. She has a round, cheerful face with a ruddy complexion, framed by curly auburn hair that she keeps tied back in a loose bun. Her hazel eyes are sharp and always twinkling with a hint of mischief. She often wears a well-worn apron over simple, practical clothing suited for a kitchen, with hidden pockets sewn into every possible place. A few faint scars on her arms and hands speak of a life that involves more than just cooking.

Hilda Bronzebottom - Halfling Cook and Skilled Thief
 
Appearance:
Hilda Bronzebottom is a halfling with a stout, sturdy build, standing just under three feet tall. She has a round, cheerful face with a ruddy complexion, framed by curly auburn hair that she keeps tied back in a loose bun. Her hazel eyes are sharp, always twinkling with a hint of mischief, but those who look closely can see a shadow of weariness in them. She often wears a well-worn apron over simple, practical clothing suited for a kitchen, with hidden pockets sewn into every possible place. A few faint scars on her arms and hands speak of a life that involves more than just cooking, a life filled with hardship and a will to survive.
 
Personality:
 Hilda is warm and approachable, with a boisterous laugh that echoes through the halls, but beneath her cheerful exterior lies a woman hardened by experience. She takes great pride in her cooking, and her meals are legendary among those on the island for their flavor and heartiness. Despite her friendly demeanor, Hilda has a sharp wit and an even sharper tongue when crossed. She is fiercely independent, quick-thinking, and not afraid to speak her mind. She enjoys the simple pleasures in life: a well-cooked meal, a good story, and the thrill of a well-executed heist—though these thrills are now memories of a past life.
 
Background: 
Hilda’s life took a drastic turn a decade ago when she was captured by Lilly, a ruthless agent of the Crimson Brotherhood. Before her capture, Hilda had lived a life of freedom, traveling as a cook and thief. Her father, a skilled chef, passed down his love of food, while her mother taught her the subtler skills of a thief. Hilda’s life was a blend of culinary mastery and light-fingered antics, using her cooking to gain access to places where her thieving skills could shine.
 
Her capture came as a shock, an ambush during what she thought was a simple journey. Lilly, known for her cunning and strength, overpowered Hilda with ease, capturing her and bringing her to Harker’s Keep. Forced into slavery, Hilda was thrust into the kitchens, where her skills were exploited for the Brotherhood’s gain.
 
Though her freedom was stripped away, Hilda adapted. She made herself indispensable in the kitchens, using her charm and culinary skills to carve out a position of relative safety among the enslaved. Yet, she never stopped using her skills as a thief; now, they serve a dual purpose—survival and the hope of freedom. Hilda has learned to hide her true feelings and intentions well, maintaining an appearance of compliance while quietly gathering information and resources for an escape that might one day come.
 
Skills:
 
Culinary Expertise: 

• Despite her enslavement, Hilda’s culinary skills remain unmatched. She prepares meals that satisfy even the most demanding of masters and has become known for her ability to make the most of limited ingredients.

 
Thievery:

•  Even in captivity, Hilda’s skills as a thief have not dulled. She discreetly picks pockets, gathers information, and occasionally steals small items that could prove useful or valuable. She is adept at moving unnoticed, even in a busy kitchen.


• Deception: Hilda’s friendly demeanor and unassuming appearance make her a master of deception. She plays the role of the harmless cook to perfection, hiding her true capabilities and intentions from those who might suspect her.

Survival:

• Years of enslavement have taught Hilda to endure and adapt. She knows how to survive harsh conditions and can read people and situations to avoid trouble, using her wit and charm to stay out of harm’s way.

Motivations:

• Hilda’s primary motivation is now twofold: survival and the hope of escape. While she serves the Crimson Brotherhood because she has no choice, she is constantly looking for ways to improve her situation or escape her captors. Her loyalty is only as strong as her chains, and she remains ever watchful for a chance to slip free. She despises Lilly and dreams of the day she can either escape or take revenge on those who have enslaved her.

 
Items of Interest:

• Hidden Knives: Hilda always carries a set of small, sharp knives on her person, which she uses both in the kitchen and for protection.


• Lockpicking Kit: She keeps a small lockpicking kit hidden in the sole of her boot, a reminder of her past life and a tool she hopes to use for escape.


• Secret Recipe Book: In her quarters, Hilda has a recipe book that contains not only her favorite dishes but also codes and messages she has overheard or gathered over the years, useful information that might aid her escape.

Hilda Bronzebottom is a halfling who has been shaped by her ten years of captivity under the Crimson Brotherhood. Though outwardly she appears as the cheerful cook, her spirit remains unbroken, and she is always on the lookout for an opportunity to reclaim her freedom and perhaps exact a measure of revenge against those who have wronged her.

Date of Birth

19th of Gaia

Eyes

Hazel

Hair

Auburn

Height

2'9"