MATHILDA FEATHERBY
The Grandmama Duck
Mathilda has lived through many Ducktown cycles. She’s seen distortion rise, collapse, and rise again. Though gentle and kind, she has razor-sharp intuition, a knack for calling out nonsense, and a fierce loyalty to protecting the town’s soul. She once wrote Frank Ducknatra a fan letter in 1963. She's still waiting for a reply - but deep down she knows he read it.
She’s equal parts wise elder, warm baker, and spiritual anchor. When distortions flare, many seek her counsel — or simply her famous sugar cookies.
Catchphrases:
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“Distortion, my tailfeathers.”
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“Don’t make me get the spoon, dear.”
MATHILDA FEATHERBY
Class: Elder Warmth
Origin Story (Bio):
Lila Bloom has lived with illness for most of her life—but you wouldn’t know it from the way she welcomes people. Her warmth isn’t performative. It’s practiced. Hard-won. She’s learned how to carry both pain and peace in the same breath, and her presence alone seems to make the room a little lighter.
Even on her hardest days, Lila shows up for others—writing letters, volunteering at the Ducktown Library, or just listening. She never asks for pity. Only understanding. And somehow, her gentleness isn’t fragile—it’s radiant.
Distortion can’t quite figure her out. It’s tried despair, bitterness, even isolation. But Lila meets it all with a steady smile and a cup of chamomile. Because she knows: even a quiet life can leave behind deep light.
🎯 Likes:
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Her garden
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Family recipes
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When Stux comes to visit
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Old radio shows
- Cozy sweaters
🚫 Dislikes:
- Excuses
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Pity parties
- People who think they know better
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Unearned arrogance
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The HOA
Signature Moves:
🍪 The Cookie Council:
Calms conflicts with warmth, stories, and food.
🪶 The Tailfeather Snap:
A single glare or sharp quip that instantly dissolves minor distortions.
🫖Mathilda's Favorites:
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Residence:
Her cozy cottage near the Duckpond.
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Transportation:
Waddles everywhere with surprising speed for her age.
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🎵 Favorite Song:
"You Are My Sunshine" -
🎬 Favorite Film:
Any movie starring Frank Ducknatra she still loves those blue eyes -
📖 Favorite Book:
"Anne of Green Gables" -
🍽 Favorite Food:
Pecan pie & sweet tea -
Bonus Detail:
She keeps a jar labeled Stux's Snacks Only in her kitchen - though he never actually uses the lid.