IVAR IRONSHIELD
DwarvesScribe and Copyist
"Words are power. Copying them accurately preserves that power for future generations. I don't judge the words. I just preserve them.""
Identity
- Residence
- Kragnir - The Scribe's Quarter
- Civilization
- Dwarves
Appearance
• Physical: Stout with ink-stained fingers and hunched shoulders from years of writing. His eyes are sharp despite his age. • Clothing: Practical clothes suitable for writing, always carrying pens and ink, and a magnifying lens. • Distinguishing Marks: Hands that can write perfect copies, eyes that spot errors instantly, and a mind that knows numerous scripts.
Relationships
- Family - His wife (a reader), his children (one scribe, one scholar)
- Allies - The Scribes Guild, those who value accurate copies
- Rivals - Those who would alter texts for their own purposes
Personality
- Traits: Patient, genuinely skilled at his craft, surprisingly knowledgeable about texts, fiercely protective of accuracy
- Mannerisms: Always has a pen ready, tests ink obsessively, speaks of copying like sacred duty
- Voice: Soft and measured, with the satisfaction of honest craft
Backstory
Ivar has been copying texts for decades, from simple documents to ancient manuscripts that must be preserved. His copies are indistinguishable from originals. He believes that knowledge must be preserved and accuracy is paramount.
Daily Life
Copies texts through the day, prepares materials in the afternoon, meets with clients, and spends evenings studying scripts.
Story Hooks
- 1 He needs help dealing with someone who's discovered his banned copying
- 2 He's been asked to copy a text that could be dangerous and needs advice
Narrative Value
Source of copied texts, quest giver for preservation missions, potential ally with literary knowledge ═══════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════