Are you a morning person, or more of a night owl?
I like either, but since most of the more dangerous predators tend to sleep during the day, I do most of my scavenging in the morning. This far down morning and night are mostly meaningless concepts, although they do dim the Daylight spells in the Tangle to artificially simulate Salsabil’s light patterns. One of my children… not the big one - the other one that works for Brer Berryld - Uh, Donnie, possibly? - He told me about it one time.
What’s the first thing you notice about a person when you meet them?
How hungry they are. If they’re a hungry rabbit person, I will direct them to my husband’s cooking. If they are a hungry predator, I will run… I’m pretty sure the Church’s tenets around providing for the hungry still don’t require me to be the meal.
You see a huge spider in your room, what do you do?
It’s probably lost. I’ll escort it back to the Dwarven settlements. They like spiders up there.
If you could go back and change one decision you made in the past, what would you change?
Certain of my brood have made some questionable decisions. We are a faithful family and the Bramble Church keeps us safe, but a firmer focus within the home of the threats posed by predators beyond the Church's influence perhaps would have inspired different choices.
Tell me about your first kiss.
Toothy. But sweet.
Do you give people second chances?
Warren and I have a strict learn-it-once-or-don’t-learn-it-at-all policy. It’s worked so far. Mostly.
Are you a cat person or a dog person?
Dogs are not welcome in the warren. For good reason.
Do you think you’re attractive?
My fur's pinker highlights are fading to join the grey tones, but I would say I’m ageing gracefully.
What’s your worst habit?
I tend to throw myself into my work when things get too domestic for my taste. I suppose that’s a bit hard on Warren, but it would be harder on me if I stayed.
When was the last time you cried?
A few years ago. As Furr matriarch it was my responsibility to make a hard decision. It was the right one, but I can’t say I enjoyed it.
Are you a good liar?
Not really. My ears tend to let on what I’m thinking. It makes me more trustworthy, but it does make parenting slightly more challenging.
What’s your biggest pet peeve?
Whining can get quite grating when your hearing is as sensitive as mine is.
Have you ever had your heart broken?
I wouldn’t say so. Well… depends what you count, I suppose.
Are you more likely to use your fists or your words in an argument?
I tend to run away when things get thorny.
What’s something you’re naturally good at?
Scavenging. Finding interesting knick knacks that we can use around the house.
What’s something you had to work hard to be good at?
Motherhood hasn’t come naturally. But with Warren’s help I’ve attained a system that works for me.
Can you tell when someone is flirting with you?
Um… I’m married.
Do you think money can buy happiness?
The Bramble Church provides everything we could possibly need or want. And anything else can be scavenged.
Do you believe in destiny?
If the Bramble Matriarch or any of the Brers have religious insights, who am I to question it?
Are you a good cook?
Not in the slightest. But luckily my husband and at least one of my children - I, um, forget which - are masters in the kitchen.
What do you think happens after you die?
We are told that we will join the Prince of Rabbits in the Briarpatch… I hope the Prince likes a lot of company.
Did you have to grow up fast?
I conceived my first kid when I was sixteen, which is pretty normal for a rabbit.
Who do you look up to?
The Brers, the Matriarch, and of course the Prince himself. But I must confess I particularly admire Brer Berylld, who is the best Tangle navigator the warren has seen in my lifetime.
When you go to a tavern, what do you order?
If I’m in the warren, I will set a good example for my little ones and order a sweet berry soda. I have sampled some of the Dwarven alcohols when scouting the further reaches of the burrow, and am starting to build up a tolerance but I still can’t drink very much of it.
What do you like most about yourself?
I’m not easily frightened.
What do you like least about yourself?
I can be… distant.
Do you want kids someday?
They just seem to keep happening. The Bramble Church calls it a blessing, and I’m sure they’d know better than I about such things.
Are you a planner or more spontaneous?
I don’t think those are mutually exclusive.
Can you keep a secret?
Not really. Like I said before, my ears are a bit of a window into my thoughts.
Do you like being the centre of attention?
On occasion. It’s a little gratifying when the kids are pleased to see me when I return home with the spoils from my scouting trips. And sometimes it’s fun to go to the Dwarven taverns above - they don’t see many rabbits up there.
If you knew you were going to die tomorrow, what would you do today?
One last scouting trip? Gotta make sure my brood are provided for, after all.
Do you enjoy getting all dressed up for a special occasion?
It is a fun challenge to find new places where a belt can be worn.
Where do you feel safe?
I have complete faith that the Brambleknights will protect me so long as I stay within the warren’s boundaries.
Do you love or hate being alone?
It’s okay for a time, but I enjoy the company of interesting people too.
What’s the last nightmare you remember having?
Like all rabbits, I have semi-frequent nightmares about the Terrier. As I understand it, such nightmares keep us safer - more alert or something. You’d have to ask… my kids that work for the Rose Archive would probably know more about that than me. Uh, Shawney, I think.
Do you admit to mistakes when you make them?
Well, yes. I certainly don’t want to get caught out in a lie.
Do you want to grow up to be like your parents?
I have done so - they also had dozens of children. I spend less time in the warren itself than they did, I suppose.
How do you deal with being sick? Are you stoic or super whiney?
I can’t stand whining in others, so it would set a bad example if I were to whine myself. When I’m sick, I request healing from the Bramble Church, and if they are able, they grant it.
What did your parents expect from you when you were born?
To create a matriarchy of my own. As I expect my girls to do.
Do you have a strong sense of style?
I have thirty seven belts of various sizes and colours.
Would you rather camp outdoors or stay the night in an inn?
Outdoors is more peaceful, if I can find the right sleeping spot.
Is there a food that most people like but you absolutely hate?
Not really. Although forty-five years of bramble bread rolls each evening can take its toll. Oh, I don’t eat meat, I suppose - but that’s pretty normal for a rabbit.
Are you more of a hoarder or a minimalist?
I wouldn’t say hoarder, but we put everything I scavenge to good use.
Are you superstitious?
The overcity would probably say so. But what do they know?
Are you the kind of person who remembers people’s birthdays and pet’s names and stuff?
I have over a dozen children to keep track of and my job keeps me occupied away from the home. My children are good at keeping me right with such things. And I don’t expect anyone else would really care if I forgot their… pet’s name.
What do you do to feel better when you’re sad?
I venture forth and find something pretty to bring back home.
Is it hard for you to trust someone?
Why should it be? The Bramble Church protects us from predators.
Are you susceptible to peer pressure?
My peers and I tend to be in agreement about the important things anyway. It doesn’t really come up.
If you decided to stop adventuring and settle down, what kind of job would you take?
I… don’t really know. Something else that would get me out of the house for a few days at a time when I need it - maybe a tender?
As a kid, what did you want to be when you grew up?
A matriarch. As all good Brambleite girls do.
