CASSIUS BLACKFIRE
DrakoniansMaster Weaponsmith
"A blade is more than metal. It's the soul of the smith, the spirit of the warrior, the history of a people. I forge all of that into every weapon I create.""
Identity
- Residence
- The Royal Forge, Dragon Spire
- Civilization
- Drakonians
Appearance
• Physical: Cassius has the build of a master craftsman, with arms like iron from decades of hammer work. His scales are marked by countless sparks and burns. He moves with the confidence of someone who knows his craft completely. • Clothing: He wears master smith's gear of the highest quality, displaying his rank. His tools are legendary, passed down through generations. • Distinguishing Marks: His hands are covered in burn scars he wears proudly.
Relationships
- Family - A wife who manages their estate, children learning the trade
- Allies - Fellow master smiths, warriors who appreciate quality
- Rivals - Competing smiths, officials who want faster production
Personality
- Traits: Obsessive about quality, genuinely loves his craft, frustrated by political interference, surprisingly artistic
- Mannerisms: Tests metal constantly, sketches designs obsessively, speaks to his creations
- Voice: Gravelly from forge work, becomes passionate when discussing his craft
Backstory
Cassius is the greatest weaponsmith in Drakon, having created blades for three Archons and countless heroes. He's developed techniques that produce weapons of legendary quality, earning respect across the world. He believes his work is art and resists political pressure to compromise quality.
Story Hooks
- 1 Cassius needs help delivering weapons to the resistance
- 2 He's been ordered to create a weapon of mass destruction, and needs help refusing
Narrative Value
Cassius provides legendary equipment and represents craft pride. His resistance activities create moral complexity. ═══════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════