QUAKE GROUND-WATCHER
AerielsGeologist and Ground Monitor
"The ground is our foundation, even when we float above it. I ensure that foundation remains solid.""
Identity
- Residence
- The Geological Observatory, Caelum
- Civilization
- Aeriels
Appearance
• Physical: Solid and observant with feathers of earth-brown that mark his specialty. His eyes are a sharp grey that sees through stone. He moves with the careful precision of someone who studies foundations. • Clothing: Professional geological clothes covered in rock dust. He carries tools for ground analysis. • Distinguishing Marks: His wing feathers are stained with minerals. He has a habit of examining rock formations unconsciously. He always carries his rock hammer.
Relationships
- Family - His family are all scientists. He has a mate who shares his dedication to knowledge.
- Allies - Fellow geologists who share his dedication. Those who depend on his stability assessments.
- Rivals - Other geologists competing for funding. Those who think his concerns are excessive.
Personality
- Traits: Observant and methodical, genuinely fascinated by geology, surprisingly concerned about stability, deeply committed to safety
- Mannerisms: Examines ground constantly, speaks in geological metaphors, becomes distressed when stability is threatened
- Voice: Deep and measured, with a tendency to explain geological processes in detail.
Backstory
Quake has spent his life studying the ground beneath Caelum, monitoring geological stability and predicting potential problems. He knows that understanding the ground is essential for floating island safety. He sees geology as the foundation of everything.
Daily Life
His days are spent monitoring geological conditions - analyzing samples, checking stability, predicting potential issues. He works closely with engineers and safety officials. His evenings are for study and analysis.
Secret
Quake has discovered evidence that the ground beneath Caelum is becoming unstable - something is affecting the geological foundations in ways that could threaten the entire realm. He's been trying to find solutions while preventing panic.
Story Hooks
- 1 Quake needs help investigating the ground instability he's discovered.
- 2 Someone is deliberately destabilizing the ground and he needs help finding them.
Narrative Value
Quake provides geological knowledge and stability assessments. His ground instability discovery is a major plot hook. His work is essential for Caelum's survival. ═══════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════