Erland Greystone
Faction: Ally | Status: Active Tags: #npc/ally #npc/villager
Description
Village elder of Sylobelle. Works alongside newly appointed mayor Lady Isolde of the Silver Rose as local authority figure. Investigated Jon Doe murder and coordinated with Riders of the Storm during murder investigation. Suspected Seraphine of foul play due to her being new to village (suspicion proved incorrect).
Key Details
- Role: Village elder
- Location: Sylobelle
- Works with: Lady Isolde of the Silver Rose (mayor)
- Investigated: Jon Doe murder, Sofia's attempted murder
- Initial suspect theory: Seraphine (incorrect - based on prejudice against newcomer)
Investigation Details (Session 31)
Jon Doe Murder:
- Victim: Nephew of previous mayor
- Death: Throat slit in three places
- Scene: House cracked and falling in, significant structural damage
- Timeline: Approximately one week before investigation
- Evidence: Large canine paw prints under split floorboards
Sofia Attempted Murder:
- Victim: Local villager
- Attack: Stalked at night, ground shook, hit on back of head
- Witness: Terry (guard) shouted and gave chase
- Key detail: Attacker glimpsed with tail
- Timeline: Few nights before party investigation
Suspect Theory:
- Blamed Seraphine for murders
- Reasoning: New to village, manipulates elements, suspicious timing
- Bias: Classic "blame the outsider" prejudice
- Result: Theory disproven by party investigation
Relationships
- Village: Sylobelle
- Under authority of: Lady Odonia of Galantri (Duchess), Lady Isolde of the Silver Rose (mayor)
- Works with: Lady Isolde of the Silver Rose
- Coordinated with: Riders of the Storm (murder investigation)
- Incorrectly suspected: Seraphine
Appearances
- Session 31 - 18 October 2025 - Met with party alongside Lady Isolde of the Silver Rose to discuss Sylobelle murders. Provided details on Jon Doe's death and Sofia's attempted murder. Incorrectly suspected Seraphine based on her newcomer status. Guard Terry present to give testimony.
Related Quests
- Quests - Completed#Investigate Sylobelle Murders - Coordinated investigation with party