MASTER CORVIN RAVENSWOOD
EldoriansMaster Falconer and Messenger Service Chief
"Birds see what we miss. They know the shape of the wind and the language of the sky. We would do well to learn from them.""
Identity
- Residence
- Ravenswood Aerie, Oakenhall
- Civilization
- Eldorians
Appearance
• Physical: Lean and weathered from years outdoors, with dark hair graying at the temples and sharp eyes that miss nothing. His movements are quick and birdlike. • Clothing: Practical leather and wool in dark colors that blend with the sky, with his falconry gloves always within reach. Bears the Master Falconer's badge. • Distinguishing Marks: His forearms are covered in scars from talons; his left eye is slightly larger from an old injury.
Relationships
- Family - A wife who manages the business side; children who help with the birds
- Allies - His birds, whom he considers family; the messenger network; those who value reliable communication
- Rivals - Those who want to replace birds with magical communication
Personality
- Traits: Quiet, deeply connected to his birds, surprisingly well-informed, struggles with human interaction
- Mannerisms: Often seems to be listening to sounds others can't hear; makes birdlike gestures unconsciously; prefers the company of his birds to people
- Voice: Soft and carrying, with an odd cadence that mimics bird calls. Often speaks in flight metaphors.
Backstory
Corvin was born to a family of falconers and showed an unusual gift for communicating with birds of prey. He's built the most efficient messenger service in Eldoria's history, with trained birds that can carry messages across the kingdom in hours.
Daily Life
Dawns at the aerie, training and caring for his birds, managing the messenger network, personally handling the most sensitive communications. Evenings are spent in the aerie, where he feels most at peace.
Secret
Corvin has trained a special breed of bird that can carry magical messages—something that could revolutionize communication. He's hidden their existence, fearing what would happen if they fell into the wrong hands.
Story Hooks
- 1 Someone has stolen his magical message birds, and he needs help recovering them
- 2 He needs agents to deliver a message too sensitive even for his trusted birds
Narrative Value
Provider of communication and information; quest giver for message-related missions; source of unique perspective; potential ally with unusual abilities. ═══════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════