Saltare

Protagonist. Seeks to understand his purpose and who or what he is, has shattered fragmented memories. Possibly seeking his abilities, and the meaning of his powers, if he can remember he even has any.

Possibly centuries old. In the conversation between Saltare and a cloaked figure, it is implied that Saltare's purpose may transcend a typical lifespan.

Male

looks about mid 30s.

Possibly centuries old. In the conversation between Saltare and a cloaked figure, the figure tells him, "The branch finds you because it knows what you are capable of, even if you do not," and "What you want is irrelevant. What matters is what you do." These statements imply that Saltare's purpose may transcend a typical lifespan.

Not specified, but described as small and wiry

Not particularly tall, but a specific height is not given.

Earthy brown with faint hints of auburn that catch the sunlight.

His hair is slightly disheveled

His eyes are striking, a mix of golden amber and flecks of green that seem to glow faintly, mirroring the energy in his hand

We don't know, but he has a sleek tail covered in fine brown fur. He's not quite human as we know it.

He has a lean, wiry frame that is compact and built for agility. His shoulders are broader than he expected, giving him a sense of strength beneath his deceptively slight build.

The green glow from his hand casts faint patterns on his reflection, adding an Otherworldly aura to his appearance. The patterns seem to pulse faintly in rhythm with his heartbeat.

Tail: He has a sleek and muscular tail, covered in short, fine fur that matches the color of his hair. It is designed for balance and moves with elegance

Speaks with a light and playful tone but can become serious.

Has a habit of shrugging and shaking off moments.

Has a keen, sharp sense in the back of his mind

Often mutters to himself while searching for plants

Understand his purpose and his abilities.

Make friends.

Protect others, but feels unworthy of their care.

Aloofness can lead to misinterpreting situations.

His impulsive nature.

Tends to "wing it," leading to unpredictable outcomes.

Buries his personal insecurities and perception of inadequacies to the detriment of him and others he cares about by avoiding making real connections so he doesn't hurt anyone.

Carries it all without letting anyone know so they don't have to help.

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High agility.
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Unmatched reflexes [Our conversation history].
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Able to dodge, leap, and climb with ease.
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High perception. He notices small details others miss.
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Limited energy manipulation.
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Sharp senses.
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His instincts sharpen and the Locus Etch in his glowing hand evolves to guide him.
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He has a deep connection to the Val

Picking flowers. Plants.

Climbing stuff.

Honest and trustworthy.

Appears simple, but has a deeper complexity.

Impulsive.

Determined.

Witty and playful at times, but also capable of seriousness.

Has a tendency to take risks.

He is vulnerable and has moments of self-reflection, especially regarding his role and worthiness.

Additional Insights:
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The System: Saltare’s abilities are not just random acts of magic but are connected to a larger system that is being built and maintained by a "dreamer," and the glow is a form of energy linked to this system. The system appears to be cracking and breaking, and the powers are a way of maintaining the world's coherency.
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Crystals as Memory: Crystals are the manifestation of crystallized memory that exists outside of the system.
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Monoliths: Monoliths are linked to cloaked observers and can provide visions but can also destroy memory.
In summary, Saltare's magical abilities are diverse, connected to a mysterious glow, and are now limited and tied to a greater system and world-building context.

The world seems to have a system based on interconnectedness with a "dreamer" who maintains it, but it is not considered a traditional religion

There is no information on Saltare's specific political views. He is described as chaotic neutral, driven by curiosity and gut instinct. He is described as fairly benign and somewhat reasonable but otherwise pretty impulsive. He is willing to take calculated risks

Saltare's main occupation or purpose is to collect and identify plants from a list.
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He seems to be on a journey of discovery, trying to understand his abilities and his connection to the world

There is no mention of a specific favorite color, but he is connected to the color green, which is the color of the glow in his hand. He is also surrounded by gold in some instances, with his reflection in the pool and other characters being described as gold

There is no mention of Saltare's favorite food.

The Branch of Ligularia is also something he feels deeply connected to.
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His pouch with his collected plants is also something he cherishes and gathers them carefully and respectfully

There is no mention of a favorite weapon, but his abilities allow him to manipulate energy [Our conversation history]. The Branch of Ligularia is a potential weapon

There is no specific animal stated as his favorite, but he has been shown to connect with animals, such as a tusked razor-tooth dinosaur and a giant spider

Saltare's main "job" is to follow the guidance of his Locus Etch and locate the plants on his list. However, he is much more of a wanderer and seeker than someone with a traditional job

Saltare has a mysterious origin and has no memories of his past. He woke up with a glowing green hand, a strange physical quirk that he doesn't understand.

Saltare's background is tied to a larger system and the world's history. He is connected to a network of botanical families and the House of Bloom, which has immense power over life and death.

He is impulsive, chaotic neutral, driven by curiosity and gut instinct. Saltare is also described as aloof, which sometimes leads him to misinterpret situations.

Saltare's past might involve a crash with a makeshift glider while escaping bounty hunters. He was found stranded in the Vale with no allies, no plan, and no clear destination.

He is on a journey to understand his purpose, his glowing hand, and his connection to the world. His path includes collecting and understanding the significance of various plants.

Saltare's past is a mystery to him. He doesn't remember much of his childhood or his origins. His past is fragmented, like pages torn out of a book.

He seems to have some connection to the monoliths and hooded figures of the Vale, however, this is not entirely clear, as is his connection to Migi and Scaevus who seem to share the same background of mysterious origins and powers.

In summary, Saltare has a very mysterious background with an unknown birthplace and no memories of his life before waking up in the Shattered Vale.

He is on a journey of self-discovery, trying to understand his abilities and connections to this new world.

Based on the provided sources and our conversation history, Saltare does not have a pet in the traditional sense. However, there are a few things that could be considered as having a pet-like relationship with Saltare.

The dinosaur-like creature Saltare encountered before hunting a boar-like creature:

Saltare refers to the creature as a "giant tusked dinosaur thing". This confirms that the creature is large and has tusks and is dinosaur-like.

Saltare "made friends with it," suggesting that he did not defeat it in combat, but rather formed a connection with the creature.

The creature followed Saltare and his companions for miles after the encounter. This shows that the creature was friendly and not aggressive towards Saltare.

Saltare's ability to befriend the creature is seen as something unique and noteworthy by his companions. Lig states, "You charged at it like a madman, and somehow you managed to make friends with it."

The encounter is described as an example of Saltare's way with creatures.

In summary, the dinosaur-like creature is a large, tusked animal that Saltare befriended rather than fought, and it is a testament to his unusual ability to connect with and tame creatures.

-Giant elephant spider.
Saltare's encounter with the spider-like creature is unique. They communicate through thoughts and establish a form of mutual respect. Although the spider is not a pet, it acknowledges Saltare's understanding and it does not behave aggressively, suggesting a form of connection that isn't hostile. Saltare realizes the spider is guarding something and is not interested in him.