[MW Hollow Knight] Briar Lord - CR 5 Medium Plant (Patreon)

“Your careless footsteps have carried you to the heart of the Divine Grove. The council will now decide your fate.”

— The Maple Triumvirate, Speaking in Unison

Briar lords put the “blade” in blade of grass. As arbiters of the law of the forest, they judge the worthiness of all who enter the sacred spaces hidden deep within the woods. Those deemed unworthy face a final trial by combat.

Vassals of Trees. Each briar lord serves under one or more treants, acting under their command to safeguard the forest from intrusion. Though not as powerful as the mighty shepherds of the forest, the lords’ unflinching devotion has earned them the honour of defending the woods’ most sacred sites. An ancient tree planted by a goddess, an enchanted pool that reflects the past, or a stand of spruces dedicated to druidic rituals may all fall under the vigilant watch of these nimble guardians.

Blades of Grass. A briar lord in the forest is never unarmed—the verdant expanse offers itself freely as an armoury to its protectors. Simple branches twist themselves into razor sharp edges in a lord’s grasp, while sap drawn from any tree grows toxic at their will. Though even the smallest leaf can be deadly in their hands, most lords prefer polearms that blend in with high branches and can reach down to strike from above.

Lords’ Council. In more vital locations, a single briar lord may prove insufficient—a council of three is thus formed to ensure the success of their sacred duties. Each member of the council surveys the site separately, observing all they can before convening to determine the fate of any intruders by majority. By the time they reveal themselves to trespassers, a verdict has already been passed, and all that is left is to carry out the sentencing.

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