PTAH STONE-WRIGHT
Desert ScholarsStone Carver and Rune Engraver
"Stone remembers. I merely help it remember what it wants to be.""
Identity
- Residence
- Stoneworker Quarter of Al-Zahra
- Civilization
- Desert Scholars
Appearance
• Physical: Solid and work-hardened with hands permanently stained with stone dust. His movements are precise and controlled. • Clothing: Practical work clothes covered in stone dust, a heavy apron for carving, and protective goggles. • Distinguishing Marks: His fingerprints have been worn away by stone; his eyes are extremely sensitive to dust.
Relationships
- Family - A wife who manages his business; children who show no interest in his craft
- Allies - Other stone workers who respect his skill, clients who commission his work
- Rivals - Competing carvers, former apprentices who stole his techniques
Personality
- Traits: Perfectionist about his craft, surprisingly artistic, deeply respectful of stone, fiercely protective of his techniques
- Mannerisms: Touches stone surfaces constantly; tests his tools when thinking; speaks of stone as if it's alive
- Voice: Rough from inhaling stone dust, becoming passionate when discussing his art
Backstory
Ptah was a miner's son who discovered his talent for stone carving as a child. He has spent thirty-five years perfecting his craft, creating works that are sought by collectors across the desert. His rune engravings are said to have magical properties.
Daily Life
Spends mornings carving stone, afternoons meeting with clients, evenings studying ancient carving techniques. He rarely leaves his workshop.
Secret
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Story Hooks
- 1 Someone has learned of his living rune and is trying to force him to use it.
- 2 One of his runes has accidentally activated, and he needs help dealing with the consequences.