INGRID SNOW-WEAver
FrostbornWeaver and Cloth Merchant
"Good cloth is like good armor - it protects, it lasts, it serves its purpose beautifully. I make cloth that does all three.""
Identity
- Residence
- Frosthold - Market Quarter
- Civilization
- Frostborn
Appearance
• Physical: Sturdy and capable at 5'6", with hands permanently stained from dyes. Her pale skin is weathered from years of work. Her white hair is practical, tied back. Her pale gray eyes are sharp and assessing. • Clothing: Wears garments of her own making that showcase her skill. Her work clothes are covered in thread and dye stains. • Distinguishing Marks: Her fingers are slightly twisted from years of fine weaving. She wears a merchant's seal ring.
Relationships
- Family - Parents deceased. Two sisters who also work in textiles. Married with children.
- Allies - Other merchants who share her interests; traders who provide her with materials.
- Rivals - Other cloth merchants who compete for the same customers.
Backstory
Ingrid was born to poor weavers and built her business through hard work and talent. She's become one of the most successful cloth merchants in Frosthold, employing numerous workers and trading as far as Eldoria. She's proud of what she's achieved.
Daily Life
Ingrid manages her workshop, negotiates deals, and creates her most prestigious commissions. She works long hours and rarely relaxes, always looking for new opportunities.
Story Hooks
- 1 Ingrid needs help recovering a stolen shipment of valuable cloth; her business depends on it.
- 2 Someone is threatening to expose her use of foreign techniques; she needs help managing the situation.
Narrative Value
Merchant NPC, quest giver for trade missions, source of equipment, connection to Frostborn commerce, potential ally with resources. ═══════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════