ORIN FROST-WALKER
FrostbornScout and Messenger
"Speed is my gift. I can be at the other end of the wastes before most people have finished their breakfast. Messages don't wait, and neither do I.""
Identity
- Residence
- Frosthold - Scout's Quarter
- Civilization
- Frostborn
Appearance
• Physical: Lean and athletic at 5'10", with the build of someone who runs for a living. His pale skin is weathered from exposure. His white hair is practical. His pale gray eyes are always watching. • Clothing: Wears lightweight furs designed for speed. His boots are specially designed for running. • Distinguishing Marks: His legs are disproportionately muscular. He has a messenger's tattoo.
Relationships
- Family - Parents are ice miners. Two brothers who chose other paths.
- Allies - Chief Brynjar (NPC #7), who values his speed; other messengers.
- Rivals - Other messengers who compete for the best routes.
Personality
- Traits: Restless and energetic, deeply loyal, surprisingly observant, curious about everything
- Mannerisms: Fidgets when still, runs in place when waiting, speaks rapidly.
- Voice: Quick and breathless, with a tendency to interrupt himself.
Backstory
Orin discovered his talent for running as a child and became a messenger as soon as he was old enough. He's one of the fastest runners in the wastes and takes pride in delivering messages quickly and safely.
Daily Life
Orin spends his days running messages between settlements, covering distances in hours that take others days. He returns to Frosthold only briefly between runs.
Story Hooks
- 1 Orin needs help with a message that could change everything; he needs advice on what to do.
- 2 He's discovered a conspiracy; he needs help exposing it.
Narrative Value
Messenger NPC, quest giver for delivery missions, source of information, connection to communication networks, potential ally with mobility. ═══════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════