Old Halla
The last survivor of Hollowmere who returned at eighty-four to root Hearthbound in the valley.
Old Halla is the sole remaining soul from the original village of Hollowmere, which was burned by order of the Deathless roughly seventy years ago. Now an ancient woman of approximately eighty-four, she returns in Book 8 for one final visit to the valley that holds her memories. Her presence marks a pivotal moment where she grants Bram permission to continue his mending work, though notably offering this allowance rather than forgiveness, an act that effectively roots the [Hearthbound] magic into the land.
- Age
- ~84 years old
- Origin
- Last survivor of original Hollowmere
- Key Event
- Returned in Book 8 to see the valley one last time
- Legacy Action
- Gave Bram permission to keep mending, rooting Hearthbound
- Final Resting Place
- Buried under ash by the shrine
Lore & Background
Halla's return was brief but transformative; her decision to allow Bram to mend without granting forgiveness established a unique spiritual foundation for the valley. Following her peaceful death at the local inn, she was laid to rest beneath the ashes near the shrine, symbolizing her enduring connection to the burned history of her home. Her legacy also extends beyond her burial, as her Vaunt seeing-glass was stolen during her wake and subsequently traveled north.
Did You Know?
- Old Halla survived the burning of Hollowmere ordered by the Deathless about seventy years prior.
- She explicitly gave Bram permission to keep mending but did not offer forgiveness.
- Her Vaunt seeing-glass was stolen at her wake and taken north.
- She died peacefully at an inn before being buried under ash by a shrine.
Frequently Asked Questions
How old is Old Halla when she returns?
She is approximately eighty-four years old.
What happened to her Vaunt seeing-glass?
It was stolen at her wake and went north.
Did Old Halla forgive Bram for his actions?
No, she gave him permission to keep mending rather than offering forgiveness.
Where is Old Halla buried?
She is buried under the ash by the shrine.