- Race: Bugbear
- Class: Bard
- Background: Entertainer
- Key Traits: Humorous, resilient, determined to change perceptions, gambling addiction.
- Backstory: Baloo is a bugbear bard who aims to change the perception of bugbears from “thug bears” to “hug bears.” He is determined to spread joy and avoid violence, despite the challenges he faces.
- Relationships:
- Party: Baloo has a positive relationship with the party, particularly Tiberian Caipao, who crafted him a “Hugbear Headband.”
- NPCs: Baloo has a playful rivalry with Professor Bovag, who shocked him unconscious, and a growing bond with Randy the Mimic.
- Organizations: Baloo’s enrollment at RVASSS and his mission to change perceptions place him at the intersection of entertainment and social change.
- Notable Actions/Dialogue:
- Session 4: Baloo coins the term “Decepticon” to describe deceptive creatures and leads the party to their new dormitory.
- Session 5: Baloo receives a “Hugbear Headband” from Tiberian, symbolizing his commitment to being a “hug bear.”
- Emotional Arcs:
- From Thug Bear to Hug Bear: Baloo is determined to change the perception of bugbears, which drives much of his emotional growth.
- Spreading Joy: Baloo’s desire to spread joy and avoid violence is a central theme in his development.
- Progression:
- Session 0: Baloo’s backstory as an entertainer is revealed, setting up his mission to change perceptions.
- Session 5: Baloo is sorted into the School of Song, Sign of the Bear, marking a new chapter in his journey.