IGNATIUS FLARE
DrakoniansDragon Food Supplier
"A well-fed dragon is a happy dragon, and a happy dragon is a safe dragon. Never underestimate the power of a good meal.""
Identity
- Residence
- The Feed Yards, Southern Drakon
- Civilization
- Drakonians
Appearance
• Physical: Ignatius is rotund and jovial-looking, with scales that have softened from a life of plenty. His hands are stained from handling meat and herbs, and he moves with surprising speed when needed. His smile reveals pointed teeth. • Clothing: He wears practical work clothes covered in aprons, with numerous pockets for treats and samples. His boots are reinforced against accidental dragon steps. • Distinguishing Marks: A notch in his tail from an overeager hatchling, which he shows off proudly.
Relationships
- Family - A large extended family all involved in the business
- Allies - Dragonbinders who trust his expertise, dragons who greet him enthusiastically
- Rivals - Competing suppliers, officials who want to nationalize his business
Personality
- Traits: Genuinely loves dragons, shrewd businessman, surprisingly knowledgeable about nutrition, hides a sharp mind behind a jovial exterior
- Mannerisms: Samples everything himself first, talks to dragons like children, keeps detailed records of preferences
- Voice: Booming and friendly, becomes serious when discussing nutrition
Backstory
Ignatius started as a simple butcher but discovered he had a talent for understanding dragon dietary needs. He built a business supplying the finest dragon feed in Drakon, earning contracts with the most prestigious Dragonbinder families. He knows more about dragon health through diet than most veterinarians and has used this knowledge to save dragons with dietary issues.
Daily Life
He oversees the preparation of tons of dragon feed daily, sourcing the best meats, minerals, and supplements. He personally inspects deliveries, consults with Dragonbinders about their mounts' needs, and experiments with new nutritional formulations. He visits dragons personally to check their health and adjust their diets.
Story Hooks
- 1 Ignatius needs help acquiring a rare ingredient from dangerous territory
- 2 Someone is poisoning his supplies, and he needs help finding the culprit
Narrative Value
Ignatius provides comic relief while revealing important aspects of dragon care. His intelligence-enhancing discoveries create interesting moral questions. ═══════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════