Cinder
A starving hearth-sprite rescued by Rowan and mistaken for a vermin-devil in Bramblefell.
Cinder is a gentle hearth-sprite who resides within the lit kitchen hearth of Bramblefell, introduced alongside her kin Ember, Wick, Soot, and Kindle. Before finding safety with Rowan, Cinder's family lived as hob-folk who were desperately starving, having been wrongly labeled as 'vermin-devils' by those they encountered. Their rescue marked a turning point for the group, moving them from hunger to a warm home.
- Species
- Hob-folk / Hearth-sprite
- Location
- Lit kitchen hearth of Bramblefell
- Family Members
- Ember, Wick, Soot, Kindle
- Previous Status
- Starving and mistaken for vermin-devils
- Savior
- Rowan
- Notable Event
- Kindle's injury during rescue
Lore & Background
The arrival of Cinder and her siblings in Book 2 brought a new dynamic to Bramblefell, as the group transitioned from being feared 'vermin-devils' to welcomed residents. Their time before Rowan was marked by severe hardship, with the family starving until they were taken in. The rescue operation itself was perilous; while Cinder and her kin found safety, their sibling Kindle suffered bad injuries during the event.
Did You Know?
- Cinder is part of a hob-folk family that includes Ember, Wick, Soot, and Kindle.
- The group was once mistaken for 'vermin-devils' before Rowan intervened.
- Kindle was badly hurt during the rescue but eventually recovered.
- Cinder's family was starving prior to being taken into Bramblefell.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who are Cinder's siblings?
Cinder's kin include Ember, Wick, Soot, and Kindle.
Why were the hearth-sprites mistaken for vermin-devils?
The canon states they were mistakenly labeled as 'vermin-devils' before being rescued.
What happened to Kindle during the rescue?
Kindle was badly hurt during their rescue but eventually recovered.
Who saved Cinder and her family from starvation?
Rowan took them in after they were starving.