![[HaliaFinal.png]] # Halia Thornton _Human Guildmaster | [[Black Network]] | [[Phandalin]]_ ## Summary Cunning leader of the [[Phandalin Miner's Exchange]] and [[Black Network]] agent. Rose from [[Neverwinter]]'s streets under mentor [[Garin Rockharvest]], then helped orchestrate his downfall. Paid the party to eliminate [[Glasstaff|Ianaro Albreck]], offered bounties on [[Cryovain]], and provided intelligence throughout the giant crisis. Tried to install a puppet townmaster during the Stone Giant attack—[[Petra]]'s speech at the town meeting stopped her, electing [[Daran Edermath]] instead. %% ## At a Glance Sharp-featured with calculating dark eyes and shoulder-length raven hair. Quality merchant attire beneath a fine black cloak, silver clasps hinting at prosperity. Eyes grow distant as she weighs possibilities. Running [[Phandalin]]'s mining exchange while building [[Black Network]] influence. Her "little birds" provide intelligence throughout the region. The townmaster setback was temporary—she's already strengthening her position. ## Personality Calculating and adaptable. Turns every threat into an opportunity. Fiercely protective of her interests, sometimes underestimates the unpredictability of genuine heroes. ## Quote _"The Zhentarim taught me that every person has a price. Experience taught me that most sell themselves far too cheaply."_ ## Stats **Master Thief** (VGM 216) - Int 16, Cha 16 - Add Persuasion +6, Deception +6 %%