THADDEUS IRONSCALE
DrakoniansMaster Builder
"I build for the ages. When people walk through my structures a thousand years from now, they'll know I cared about quality.""
Identity
- Residence
- The Construction Authority, Dragon Spire
- Civilization
- Drakonians
Appearance
• Physical: Thaddeus has the bearing of someone who shapes the world, with scales marked by decades of building and hands that have shaped stone and metal. He moves with the confidence of someone who knows his craft completely. • Clothing: He wears master builder's attire of the highest quality, displaying his rank. His tools are legendary, passed down through generations. • Distinguishing Marks: His hands are covered in construction scars he wears proudly.
Relationships
- Family - A wife who manages their estate, children learning the trade
- Allies - Fellow master builders, those who appreciate quality
- Rivals - Competing builders, officials who want faster, cheaper construction
Personality
- Traits: Obsessive about quality, genuinely loves building, frustrated by political interference, surprisingly artistic
- Mannerisms: Studies structures constantly, sketches designs obsessively, speaks to his creations
- Voice: Gravelly from shouting over construction noise, becomes passionate when discussing his craft
Backstory
Thaddeus is the greatest builder in Drakon, having designed structures that will stand for millennia. He's developed techniques that produce buildings of legendary quality, earning respect across the world. He believes his work is art and resists political pressure to compromise quality.
Daily Life
He oversees major construction projects, designing structures, managing workers, and ensuring quality. He personally inspects every phase of construction and trains the next generation of builders.
Story Hooks
- 1 Thaddeus needs help gathering evidence of the sabotage
- 2 He's been ordered to build something he knows is unsafe, and needs help refusing
Narrative Value
Thaddeus represents craft pride and quality. His discovery creates opportunities for social justice storylines. ═══════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════