Those who choose to specialize in forest magic tend to be thoughtful, considerate people. They listen to other people and offer them wise advice. Indeed, many people seek out their counsel. They see things other people miss, things that might prove crucial later on.
They also care about growing things. Plants and trees are constantly on their mind, for they worry about whether a sickly plant will survive. Besides the flora and fauna, they have a natural affinity for the critters who call the forest home. Birds and squirrels and bunnies go to them whenever they’re wounded or to deliver messages from the outside world.
Recognizing that there’s a natural order to things, they’re usually reluctant to interfere in other people’s matters, believing that things ought to occur in a normal fashion. This doesn’t necessarily mean they’re isolationist. Rather, they always keep their eyes and ears open for news, both within and outside.
Forests are ideal hiding places, both for good and evil, but especially the latter. Since wooded areas are the first victims of the rising darkness, forest wizards are the first to discover the threat. They learn about it by seeing vile creatures not ordinarily found in forests such as large arachnids or seeing poison water in places that once had clean, pristine water.
Forests and other wooded areas are their solace, the place they reside in. Since forests are a quiet place, they’re ideal for people who are loners or those who prefer to be by themselves. Forest wizards can study in peace, not having to worry about much except the occasional disruption.
They also tend to be stubborn people. Living by themselves makes them entirely self-dependent, meaning they have a mighty difficult time accepting help from other people. The only time they’ll seek out help is when they have absolutely no other choice.