Bert Celson

Bert Celson the Innkeeper ofthe Rusty Crown

The inn is run by Bert Celson, a shrewd but genial man with a reputation for knowing the business of everyone who steps through his door. A former adventurer in his youth, Bert is still spry despite his graying hair and weathered appearance. He has an eye for opportunity and has turned The Rusted Crown into a thriving enterprise, making it indispensable to Barrenford’s daily life. His smile is warm, but his eyes are always calculating, reading a person within seconds of meeting them.

Bert keeps the inn’s operations running smoothly, ensuring patrons have their needs met, whether it’s a warm meal or a hot lead on an upcoming merchant deal. However, for those in the know, asking for “Fred” signals something more discreet. Bert arranges clandestine meetings between his trusted patrons and the local Thieve’s Guild, who handle the town’s shadier dealings. Bert ensures these meetings are kept quiet, maintaining the inn’s reputation as neutral ground.