MISTRESS ARIA SONGWEAVER
EldoriansLuthier and Instrument Maker
"An instrument is a voice waiting to be discovered. Our job is to set it free.""
Identity
- Residence
- Songweaver Instruments, Oakenhall
- Civilization
- Eldorians
Appearance
• Physical: Slim and precise with dark hair tied back for safety, sharp ears that assess tone, and delicate hands that move with incredible precision. • Clothing: Simple work clothes that won't catch on tools, with her tools always within reach. She wears no jewelry that could vibrate and affect her hearing. • Distinguishing Marks: Her fingers are calloused from string work; she has small scars from tool accidents; her ears are unusually sensitive.
Relationships
- Family - Parents who are musicians; siblings who play her instruments
- Allies - The musicians' guild; bards across Eldoria; those who appreciate fine instruments
- Rivals - Competing instrument makers; those who've criticized her style
Personality
- Traits: Meticulous, genuinely passionate about her craft, struggles with discordant sounds, surprisingly emotional about her instruments
- Mannerisms: Taps rhythms constantly; assesses acoustics everywhere; becomes lost in her work for hours
- Voice: Soft and musical, with perfect pitch. Often speaks in musical terms.
Backstory
Aria was born to a family of musicians and discovered her gift for instrument making when she built her first lute at twelve. Her instruments are played by bards across Eldoria.
Daily Life
Days in her workshop, crafting instruments, training apprentices, personally testing every piece. Evenings are spent playing her own creations.
Secret
Aria has discovered that certain instrument designs can channel Harmony Arts, creating music with subtle magical effects. She's hidden this knowledge, fearing misuse.
Story Hooks
- 1 Someone has commissioned an instrument for sinister purposes, and she needs help refusing
- 2 One of her instruments has developed unusual properties, and she needs help understanding them
Narrative Value
Provider of musical instruments; quest giver for crafting missions; source of artistic knowledge; potential creator of magically significant items. ═══════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════