Jeny Greenteeth

With a hunched back, weathered face and skin a vivid shade of green and a mischievous glimmer in her eye Jeny Greenteeth is an well-known and easily recognisable figure in Barovia. She can often be seen wondering the paths between Vallaki and Krezk with a basket of wares. People flock to buy Jeny's potions and it is always a fortunate day when she arrives in your town. She spends her days tending to her shop, known as "Jeny the Herbalist's Hut" where locals seek remedies for ailments and herbs for cooking. Known for her vast knowledge of plants, she is respected as a skilled herbalist and potion maker.

Despite her advanced age, she possesses a sharp wit and a knack for playing pranks on unsuspecting customers with her concoctions.

Many view her as a charming, if eccentric, member of the community.

Mental characteristics

Personal history

Jeny Greenteeth, also known as the Weaver, is an old hag residing just outside the walls of Vallaki in Barovia. She is one of the three original residents of the valley who worshiped the Ladies of the Wood. Jeny's connection lies with the Swamp Fane, representing the natural environment of Barovia's swamplands.
In her original form as an Archfey, the Weaver was magically connected to the Swamp Fane and was a representation of the land itself. However, with Strahd's conquest of Barovia, the Fanes were desecrated, and the Ladies were trapped in hag forms.
Jeny, in her hag form, is an eccentric and mischievous character. She possesses extensive knowledge of the plants in Barovia and is a skilled potion maker. Despite her seemingly ordinary appearance, she harbors deep secrets and a divine connection to the Morninglord.
While disguised as an herbologist, Jeny has a clandestine mission to plant metaphorical seeds of hope and resilience in individuals who display courage and potential. Her interactions and guidance subtly prepare these individuals, including Godfrey, for the challenges they will face in Barovia.
Jeny's true nature as a Lady of the Wood remains hidden from those around her, as believing in the power of the fanes is an integral part of reinstating their strength. She awaits the arrival of the party, ready to offer her wisdom, support, and aid in their quest to restore the fanes and challenge Strahd's dominion over the land.

Personality Characteristics

Motivation

Beneath the façade of the old herbalist lies the true identity of Jeny Greenteeth, one of the Ladies Three - the Swamp Fane.

Long ago, Jeny was bestowed with the power of the land, serving as a vital connection between the natural world and the forces of Barovia. However, with the weakening of the fanes, her powers have diminished, and she must now operate in disguise to avoid drawing unwanted attention. Jeny eagerly awaits the day when the fanes are restored, enabling her to reclaim her full strength and resume her role as a guardian of Barovia.

In the meantime, she uses her herbalist persona to subtly guide those who show potential in restoring the land's balance, all the while awaiting the opportune moment to reveal her true self and aid them in their quest.

Current Residence

Jeny the Herbalist's Hut

Once upon a time, in the shadowed realms of Barovia, the Morninglord, a weakened and broken goddess of light and hope, found herself touched by a fleeting moment of divine presence. It was not a sign of growing strength, but rather a flicker of the fading divine essence within her. In that brief surge of power, the Morninglord granted Jeny Greenteeth, the quirky and elusive old herbologist, a one-time passage beyond the oppressive mists that shrouded Barovia. Jeny, guided by an indomitable determination, embarked on a clandestine journey outside of Barovia's borders. Her purpose was not to seek direct outside help, but to find fragments of hope, resilience, and inspiration in lands untouched by Strahd's influence. She ventured through distant realms, observing and engaging with individuals who displayed glimpses of courage and potential.

In her interactions with these individuals, Jeny wielded a subtle yet profound influence. Through heartfelt conversations, shared experiences, and acts of kindness, she planted metaphorical seeds of hope, courage, and resistance within their hearts. These seeds represented the essence of what the party would need to confront Strahd and find their own inner strength in the face of darkness. Jeny's mission was to ignite a hidden spark within these individuals, preparing them for the challenges that awaited them in Barovia.

With her purpose fulfilled and the Morninglord's power fading once again, Jeny returned to Barovia. She resumed her humble role as an herbologist in Vallaki, concealing her true intentions from the prying eyes of the world. Deep within her heart, she carried the weight of her divine mission, patiently awaiting the arrival of the party she had aided and guided.

And so, the story of Jeny Greenteeth's venture outside of Barovia comes to a close, focused solely on her journey, the seeds she planted, and her return to await the party's arrival. It is a tale of hidden purpose, determination, and the silent influence that can shape the destiny of heroes.