MASTER DORIAN SHADOWSTEP
EldoriansLocksmith and Security Consultant
"Security is not about keeping people out. It is about knowing who gets in.""
Identity
- Residence
- Shadowstep Security, Oakenhall
- Civilization
- Eldorians
Appearance
• Physical: Average in every way by design, with forgettable features and clothing that blends into any crowd. His hands are quick and precise. • Clothing: Simple clothes in neutral colors, with his tools hidden in dozens of pockets. He could be a merchant, a servant, or a noble's assistant. • Distinguishing Marks: His fingers are scarred from lock picks; he has small tools hidden throughout his clothing; his eyes are sharp and assessing.
Relationships
- Family - Parents who are retired; siblings who run the family's original shop
- Allies - The locksmiths' guild; his wealthy clients; those who value security
- Rivals - Those who've tried to break his locks; competing security consultants
Personality
- Traits: Unobtrusive, genuinely skilled, struggles with trust, surprisingly honorable about his work
- Mannerisms: Assesses locks and security constantly; listens more than he speaks; becomes animated when discussing security
- Voice: Average and forgettable, capable of shifting accents. His true voice is rarely heard.
Backstory
Dorian was born to a family of locksmiths and showed an early gift for understanding mechanisms. He's secured noble houses and royal palaces across Eldoria, and his locks are considered unbreakable.
Daily Life
Days installing and maintaining locks, consulting on security, training apprentices in the art of protection. Evenings are spent studying new techniques and testing his own work.
Secret
Dorian maintains detailed records of every lock he's installed—including the ones with hidden weaknesses only he knows about. He's never used this knowledge, but he keeps it "just in case."
Story Hooks
- 1 Someone has broken into a secured location using techniques that shouldn't exist, and he needs help investigating
- 2 He's been asked to install a lock for sinister purposes, and he needs help refusing without endangering himself
Narrative Value
Provider of security and access; quest giver for security-related missions; source of practical knowledge; potential ally with unique skills. ═══════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════