THORSTEN IRONBORN
DwarvesCandle Maker
"Light isn't just illumination. It's hope, warmth, comfort. In the deep, light is life. I don't just make candles. I make life.""
Identity
- Residence
- Kragnir - The Candle Quarter
- Civilization
- Dwarves
Appearance
• Physical: Stout with wax-stained hands and a permanent smell of tallow. His clothes are practical for his trade. • Clothing: Work clothes covered in wax, always carrying samples, and boots that have stepped in countless puddles of cooling wax. • Distinguishing Marks: Fingers that can shape wax into perfect forms, a knowledge of scents that borders on supernatural, and a mind that thinks in flames.
Relationships
- Family - His parents (retired candle makers), his siblings (all in the trade)
- Allies - The Candle Makers Guild, those who value quality light
- Rivals - Mass producers of cheap candles
Personality
- Traits: Patient, genuinely artistic about candles, surprisingly knowledgeable about light, fiercely proud of his craft
- Mannerisms: Always has a candle burning, tests wicks obsessively, speaks of light like philosophy
- Voice: Soft and measured, with the warmth of someone who works with flame
Backstory
Thorsten comes from a family of candle makers and has elevated the craft to art. His candles burn longer, brighter, and sweeter than any others in Kragnir. He's developed scents that can change moods and light that can soothe the anxious.
Daily Life
Makes candles from before dawn, experiments with new scents and techniques in the afternoon, sells to customers in the evening, and spends nights watching his candles burn.
Secret
He's discovered a candle formula that can reveal hidden things when burned but fears how it might be used. ┌─ STORY HOPE ────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┐ 1. He needs rare ingredients for his revealing candle formula 2. Someone has learned of his discovery and wants it for criminal purposes
Narrative Value
Source of quality candles, quest giver for crafting missions, potential ally with unique creations ═══════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════