IVAR STORM-BORN
FrostbornStorm Watcher Apprentice
"Weather is not random. It follows patterns, rules, laws. If I can learn those laws, I can predict anything.""
Identity
- Residence
- Storm Tower
- Civilization
- Frostborn
Appearance
• Physical: Lean and wiry at 5'9", with the build of someone who spends more time watching than doing. His pale skin is weathered from exposure. His white hair is wild and unkempt. His pale gray eyes are always watching the sky. • Clothing: Wears practical furs reinforced for weather work. His cloak is always slightly damp. • Distinguishing Marks: He has a small lightning scar on his arm from a close call.
Relationships
- Family - Parents are ice miners who don't understand his passion. No siblings.
- Allies - Storm Watcher Ivar (NPC #18), his master; other apprentices who share his interests.
- Rivals - Other apprentices who compete for their master's attention.
Personality
- Traits: Obsessive about weather, socially awkward, deeply curious, surprisingly brave
- Mannerisms: Checks the sky constantly, speaks in weather metaphors, becomes excited when storms approach.
- Voice: Rapid and excited when discussing weather, quiet otherwise.
Backstory
Ivar was fascinated by storms from childhood and apprenticed to the Storm Tower as soon as he could. He's been training for three years and shows real promise as a weather reader. He dreams of predicting storms perfectly.
Daily Life
Ivar spends his days watching weather patterns, recording observations, and learning from his master. He rarely sleeps during storm season, too excited to rest.
Story Hooks
- 1 Ivar needs help testing his storm prediction theory; it could save lives.
- 2 His master has gone missing during a storm; he needs help finding him.
Narrative Value
Apprentice character, quest giver for weather-related missions, connection to Frostborn science, potential ally with specialized knowledge. ═══════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════