Bjørn

Bjørn, one of the sons of The Great Bear and a council member within the Court of Hoof and Claw, is a Fey bear of fair size and presence. His form is broad and powerful, his fur a dense, dark brown mottled with streaks of silvery gray, reminiscent of moonlight filtering through forest canopies. His eyes, a shade of deep amber, hold an uncommon intelligence and wisdom that often surprises those who view him as simply another beast.   Though fierce in appearance, Bjørn is known for his calm demeanor and contemplative nature, a contrast to many in the Council of Predators, where primal instincts often run strong and untamed. As a thoughtful guardian of the court’s interests, Bjørn values balance within the wilds and is less swayed by the thrill of the hunt than many of his peers. He possesses a deep understanding of the natural cycles and a measured approach to conflict, preferring to resolve disputes through quiet, almost sagelike reasoning. His voice, when he chooses to use it, is a rumbling bass that vibrates through the earth, carrying a weight of authority born of patience and experience.   Bjørn embodies the unyielding endurance of the forest and often serves as a voice of temperance within the Council. He respects Cerunnos and upholds the ArchFey’s ideals of the Hunt, yet he believes that true power lies not only in strength and speed but in the harmony and restraint that binds all creatures of the Court. When Cerunnos is absent, Bjørn’s influence provides a grounding force among the more impulsive or aggressive council members. He reminds them that while predation is their nature, respect for the wilds is their creed.   Stories told by other fey creatures whisper of Bjørn’s lineage with the Great Bear, a primal creature so ancient that the world itself seemed to take shape under its paws. This legacy brings Bjørn a unique position within the Court, for he is said to carry ancient wisdom in his blood, memories of the first hunts, and lessons of survival and respect passed down from his father. As a Councilor, he stands as a bridge between primal might and thoughtful guardianship, embodying a balanced, patient strength that many seek to emulate. Those who earn his favor find in him a powerful ally, one who defends the Court’s lands with both fang and heart, mindful that the Court of Hoof and Claw is not just a dominion of predators, but a sanctuary of the untamed, where each creature, large or small, has its place in the grand dance of the wild.