Varisia

Besk Magravi is a burly, broad-shouldered Varisian man with strong arms from years of working over a hot stove. His dark, wavy hair is often tied back with a simple cloth, keeping it out of his face as he cooks. He has deep brown eyes, sharp and observant, always watching over his kitchen with a keen sense of order. His face is rugged, with a short but well-kept beard, and his hands are calloused and stained with spices and oils from years of preparing meals. He wears a sturdy, grease-stained apron over a loose-fitting tunic and rolled-up sleeves, ready to handle whatever the kitchen throws at him. Despite his rough exterior, there’s a warmth in his expression, especially when he’s serving a perfectly spiced dish to a satisfied patron. His presence in the tavern is as steady as the hearthfire, providing both food and a quiet sense of home for Sandpoint’s locals.

Besk Magravi is stoic, hardworking, and fiercely loyal to his family and the tavern. He takes great pride in his cooking and heritage, believing that food is more than sustenance—it’s a way to connect people and preserve tradition. He is not a man of many words, preferring to let his actions speak for him, but his sharp eyes miss nothing in his kitchen. While he is gruff and impatient with outsiders, especially those who disrupt the peace, he has a deep respect for regular patrons and treats those who earn his trust like family. Besk dislikes unnecessary chatter and nonsense, but he cares deeply for his siblings, Lenalee and Vodger, even if he expresses it in his own quiet way. He is protective of Risa’s Place, ensuring it remains a warm, welcoming refuge for Sandpoint’s locals—so long as they respect the house rules.

Besk Magravi grew up in Risa’s Place, learning the art of cooking from his mother while his siblings, Lenalee and Vodger, found their own roles in the family business. As Risa aged and lost her sight, Besk took over the kitchen, ensuring that the tavern’s famous spiced potatoes and cider remained as beloved as ever. While Lenalee handles the business side and Vodger takes care of serving guests, Besk remains in the heart of the tavern—the kitchen, where he works tirelessly to uphold his mother’s traditions. He may not be a talker like Risa or as social as Vodger, but his cooking speaks for itself, filling the tavern with warmth, familiarity, and the unmistakable scent of home-cooked meals. Though he is fiercely protective of his family and regulars, he has little patience for outsiders who bring trouble, preferring to keep Risa’s Place a safe haven for those who belong.