NANCY SPINNER
EldoriansSpinner and Weaver
"Thread is the beginning of everything. From a single strand, you can weave a world.""
Identity
- Residence
- Spinner Cottage, a small village outside Oakenhall
- Civilization
- Eldorians
Appearance
• Physical: Slim and wiry from years at the wheel, with dark hair tied back for safety and fingers that move with incredible speed. Her eyes are sharp from examining thread. • Clothing: Simple practical clothes, with her spindle always within reach. Her apron is covered in wool fibers. • Distinguishing Marks: Her fingers are permanently stained from dyes; she has small scars from spindle accidents; her forearms are strong from years of work.
Relationships
- Family - Husband who manages the business; children who help with simple tasks
- Allies - Other spinners; weavers who use her thread; those who appreciate quality
- Rivals - Those who've tried to undercut her prices
Personality
- Traits: Quiet, genuinely skilled, surprisingly artistic, fiercely protective of her work
- Mannerisms: Spins thread constantly, even when talking; assesses fabric quality at a glance; becomes animated when discussing technique
- Voice: Soft and measured, with a tendency to use spinning metaphors. Often hums while working.
Backstory
Nancy was born to a family of weavers and showed an early gift for spinning. Her thread is known for its quality, and Mistress Willow has used it in tapestries.
Daily Life
Days at her wheel, spinning thread, preparing fibers, selling her work at market. Evenings are spent with her family, her hands still moving as if spinning.
Secret
2. She's been asked to create thread for a special project, but the requirements are beyond her current skills
Narrative Value
Provider of practical services; quest giver for crafting missions; source of rural knowledge; potential creator of unique items. ═══════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════