VALERIA ASHBRINGER
DrakoniansDragon Healer Apprentice
"I may not have fancy training, but I have hands that work and a heart that cares. Sometimes that's enough.""
Identity
- Residence
- The Dragon Infirmary, Drakon
- Civilization
- Drakonians
Appearance
• Physical: Valeria has pale scales from limited sun exposure and a wiry build from physical labor. Her hands are scarred from dragon scratches, and she moves with the efficiency of someone used to emergency situations. Her eyes are kind but tired. • Clothing: She wears practical healing leathers that can be quickly removed if contaminated, with numerous pockets for medical supplies. Her apron is stained with various dragon bodily fluids. • Distinguishing Marks: A burn scar on her forearm from a feverish dragon, a mark of pride among healers.
Relationships
- Family - Parents who are proud but worried about her ambitions
Personality
- Traits: Compassionate to a fault, exhausted but determined, smarter than her station allows, dreams of formal training
- Mannerisms: Checks vital signs constantly, talks to patients regardless of species, takes notes obsessively
- Voice: Soft and soothing with patients, firmer when advocating for their care
Backstory
Valeria was born to servants in the Dragon Infirmary and grew up watching the healers work. She taught herself basic techniques by observation and practice, eventually earning a position as an apprentice despite having no formal training. She's desperate to attend the Healing Academy but lacks the money and connections. Meanwhile, she saves dragon lives through sheer determination and natural talent.
Daily Life
She works from dawn until exhaustion, cleaning wounds, administering treatments, and monitoring recovering dragons. She studies stolen textbooks in her few free hours, practicing techniques on whatever she can find. Sleep is brief and often interrupted by emergencies.
Secret
Valeria discovered that one of the senior healers is deliberately mistreating dragons to make Dragonbinders dependent on their services. She's gathering evidence but fears no one will believe an untrained apprentice.
Story Hooks
- 1 Valeria needs help proving the senior healer's crimes before more dragons suffer
- 2 She's been offered a chance to take the Academy entrance exam but needs help preparing
Narrative Value
Valeria represents untapped potential and the barriers faced by lower-class Drakonians. Her medical skills and discoveries create quest opportunities. ═══════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════