Feel free to use this NPC in your campaigns, you can find my other Gnome NPCs or my other Innkeepers by following these links. To view a list of D&D 5e NPCs by race check it out here, for a list of NPCs by profession check it out here.
NPC Character Sheet
Name: Berylla Goodbarrel
Race: Gnome
Class: Commoner (with levels in Bard for flavor)
Background: Guild Artisan (Brewer)
Alignment: Neutral Good
Age: 187
Appearance: Berylla is a portly gnome with rosy cheeks, bright eyes, and a contagious laugh. She has a mop of curly brown hair that she usually ties back with a red ribbon.
Ability Scores
(Str: 8, Dex: 12, Con: 14, Int: 12, Wis: 10, Cha: 16)
- Strength (Str) 8 (-1)
- Dexterity (Dex) 12 (+1)
- Constitution (Con) 14 (+2)
- Intelligence (Int) 12 (+1)
- Wisdom (Wis) 10 (+0)
- Charisma (Cha) 16 (+3)
Skills
- Insight +2
- Persuasion +5
- Perception +2
- Brewer’s Supplies +4
- Performance +5
Class Features
- Bardic Inspiration (1d6): Berylla uses her knowledge of local gossip and tales to inspire her allies.
Equipment
- Brewer’s Supplies: Berylla is a master brewer and uses these tools to create a variety of ales and beers for her inn.
- A Small Lute: She uses this to entertain the guests when business is slow.
Traits
- Languages: Common, Gnomish
- Gnome Cunning: Advantage on all Intelligence, Wisdom, and Charisma saving throws against magic.
- Guild Membership (Brewers Guild): Berylla is a respected member of the local Brewer’s Guild and can rely on the guild for support when needed.
Background
Berylla Goodbarrel was born into a family of brewers, and she’s managed to turn that family tradition into a thriving business. Her inn, The Jolly Tankard, is well-known for its excellent brews and warm hospitality. Berylla is always ready with a kind word and a listening ear for her patrons, and she’s not afraid to step in and sort out any trouble that might arise. She’s been known to break up more than one bar fight with a stern word and a swift bang of her tankard on the counter.
She’s a treasure trove of local gossip and lore, and her establishment is a central hub for adventurers looking for work, locals seeking relaxation, and travelers needing a warm bed for the night. Despite her warm and jovial demeanor, Berylla is no pushover and can be a fierce protector of her establishment and her patrons.
This should give you a pretty well-rounded NPC who can both serve as a helpful resource to your player characters and potentially as an interesting side character with her own motivations and storylines. Of course, feel free to adjust any of these details to better fit your campaign!
