NEFERTARI STAR-MAPPER
Desert ScholarsNavigator and Star Reader
"Stars are the desert's map at night. I read that map so others can find their way.""
Identity
- Residence
- Star Tower of Al-Zahra
- Civilization
- Desert Scholars
Appearance
• Physical: Lean and sharp-eyed from years of stargazing. Her skin is pale from night work. • Clothing: Heavy robes for cold desert nights, covered in star charts, and a bronze astrolabe that never leaves her side. • Distinguishing Marks: Her eyes are extremely sensitive to light; she has a star-shaped birthmark on her neck.
Relationships
- Family - None; considers the stars her family
- Allies - Other navigators who share observations, travelers who rely on her charts
- Rivals - Competing star-mappers, officials who want to control her knowledge
Personality
- Traits: Precise and methodical, genuinely loves the stars, surprisingly poetic about navigation, fiercely protective of her charts
- Mannerisms: Looks at the sky constantly; traces star patterns in the air; speaks of stars as if they're old friends
- Voice: Soft and distant, becoming excited when discussing constellations
Backstory
Nefertari was a sailor's daughter who discovered her navigation talent as a child. She has spent twenty-five years mapping stars and teaching navigation. Her charts are the most accurate in the desert.
Daily Life
Spends nights mapping stars, days teaching navigation and updating charts. She rarely sees sunlight, preferring the company of stars.
Secret
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Story Hooks
- 1 Someone has learned of her treasure discovery and is trying to force her to reveal its location.
- 2 She needs help reaching the treasure location before someone else does.