| Race | Breton |
|---|---|
| Faction | Independent |
| Roles | Smuggler, Observer, Fixer (optional) |
| First appearance | Act I — Border stop (refuge) — tavern corner |
Riven Sloane
Quick facts
Summary
A local smuggler who recognizes the smell of ‘off-the-books’ trouble. Riven isn’t loyal to empires—only to leverage. He watches quietly, speaks once, and makes it clear he knows more than he should.
Appearance
Travel cloak that looks ordinary until you notice the hidden seams, clean hands, a calm gaze that never rushes.
Personality
- Controlled
- Cynical
- Helpful for the right price
Goals
- Profit without attracting attention
- Stay ahead of patrols and politics
- Collect favors like coin
Secrets
- He has moved contraband tied to Dwemer ruins before.
- He knows which travelers are Thalmor scouts even when they smile.
Use in play
- Can point the PCs toward safe routes or discreet contacts.
- Can become a recurring complication if the PCs refuse his terms.
Hooks
- He offers cover: forged papers, a wagon slot, or a safehouse—at a cost.
- He can recognize a seal and tell the PCs why it matters.
Connections
- mara-lys — arrangement (Pays for a corner table and silence.)
- caravan-master-razzir — business (Trades routes and warnings.)
Tags
Act I, Refuge, Social, Underworld