Griselda Thornbloom

Griselda Thornbloom, a cunning and enigmatic Green Hag, has a dark history intertwined with the town of Krider Springs. Long ago, she arrived in the mountains seeking refuge from a group of zealous witch hunters who had decimated her previous coven. Finding solace amidst the mystical energies of the region, Griselda decided to establish herself in Krider Springs, a picturesque silver smithing town nestled in the heart of the Mountains of Ord. In her early days, Griselda kept her true nature hidden, disguising herself as a kindly old herbalist named Agatha Hearthglow. She used her knowledge of herbal remedies to gain the trust of the townsfolk, positioning herself as their healer and advisor. Over time, she discovered the potent magical properties of the rare silver found in the nearby mines, which further fueled her ambitions.   Unbeknownst to the unsuspecting villagers, Griselda used her Green Hag abilities to manipulate their dreams, planting seeds of doubt, greed, and discord. As the townsfolk succumbed to their inner desires and ambitions, Griselda's influence grew, and she began forming connections with other prominent individuals in Krider Springs.   Additional NPCs and Connections:   Mayor Albertus Wainwright: The affable and well-respected mayor of Krider Springs, Mayor Wainwright is under Griselda's subtle control. Unbeknownst to him, she manipulates his dreams, instilling a desire for power and wealth, subtly guiding his decisions in her favor.   Sylvia Ravenshadow: A skilled silver smith and the owner of Ravenshadow Silverworks, Sylvia unknowingly plays a crucial role in Griselda's plans. Griselda covertly encourages Sylvia's ambition, guiding her to craft exquisite, enchanted silver jewelry that unknowingly strengthens the coven's magic and provides Griselda with a power source.   Elias Whitewood: An enigmatic druid who resides in the outskirts of Krider Springs, Elias senses the presence of dark magic in the town but remains unaware of its true source. He serves as a potential ally for the player characters, guiding them towards uncovering Griselda's true nature.   Matilda Blackthorn: A local fortune teller and seer, Matilda possesses glimpses of true foresight. Griselda seeks to harness Matilda's powers and unravel the secrets of her visions. Through subtle manipulation, Griselda gains Matilda's trust, intending to exploit her abilities for her own nefarious purposes.   Krider Springs:   Krider Springs is a picturesque town known for its skilled silver smiths and the rich veins of silver that run through the surrounding mountains. The town's economy relies heavily on the silver trade, attracting merchants, miners, and artisans from afar. The townsfolk take pride in their craftsmanship, producing intricate silver jewelry, ornate cutlery, and finely crafted weapons.   The Silverworks Marketplace stands at the heart of the town, a bustling hub of commerce and creativity. Its cobblestone streets are lined with shops and stalls, showcasing the finest silver goods the region has to offer. However, beneath the surface of this idyllic facade, Griselda Thornbloom's coven weaves a web of intrigue and malevolence, using the town's prosperity as a cloak for their dark designs.   Within the Mountains of Ord, hidden caves and forgotten paths lead to ancient sites steeped in mystical energies. These mystical ley lines converge in the heart of Krider Springs, providing the coven with an abundant source of power for their spells and rituals. As the coven's influence grows, the once peaceful town finds itself ensnared in a web of deceit, envy, and supernatural intrigue.   It is within this backdrop that the player characters find themselves, drawn into the dark secrets and perilous schemes of the hag coven, tasked with uncovering the truth and saving Krider Springs from its sinister grasp.