OLAF FROST-BREAKER
FrostbornIce Breaker and Path Clearer
"Ice is strong, but physics is stronger. With the right technique, any ice can be broken safely and efficiently.""
Identity
- Residence
- Frosthold - Construction Quarter
- Civilization
- Frostborn
Appearance
• Physical: Massively built at 6'0", with muscles earned through decades of labor. His pale skin is permanently grimy. His white hair is practical. His pale gray eyes are focused. • Clothing: Wears heavy leather reinforced for ice breaking. His tools are worn from years of use. • Distinguishing Marks: His shoulders are disproportionately broad. He has numerous scars from flying ice.
Relationships
- Family - Parents deceased. Two sons who work with him. Married.
- Allies - His crew; Chief Brynjar (NPC #7), who values his work.
- Rivals - Other ice-breaking crews who compete for contracts.
Personality
- Traits: Hardworking and reliable, surprisingly intelligent about ice, deeply loyal to his crew, traditional
- Mannerisms: Tests ice constantly, speaks in construction metaphors, shares food with his crew.
- Voice: Rough from cold air, with the authority of experience.
Backstory
Olaf was born to a family of laborers and has spent his life breaking ice for paths and construction. He's one of the strongest and most skilled ice breakers in the wastes.
Daily Life
Olaf spends his days clearing ice, maintaining paths, and supervising his crew. He works in all weather, taking pride in keeping Frosthold accessible.
Story Hooks
- 1 Olaf needs help testing his vibration technique; it could revolutionize ice breaking.
- 2 His crew is in danger from an unexpected ice collapse; he needs help.
Narrative Value
Working-class NPC, quest giver for labor missions, connection to infrastructure, potential ally with practical skills. ═══════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════