SVEN COLD-EDGE
FrostbornWeaponsmith and Blade Master
"A blade is a promise - of protection, of death, of honor. When I forge, I'm not just shaping metal. I'm making a promise that must be kept.""
Identity
- Residence
- Forge of Jokul
- Civilization
- Frostborn
Appearance
• Physical: Broad and muscular at 5'9", with arms corded from years at the forge. His pale skin is permanently flushed from heat exposure. His white hair is singed short. His ice-blue eyes are sharp and assessing. • Clothing: Wears heavy leather protective gear reinforced with ice-steel plates. His apron is covered in burn marks. His tools are meticulously maintained. • Distinguishing Marks: His right hand is missing a finger - lost to a forging accident he considers "a lesson in respect."
Relationships
- Family - Parents were miners, both deceased. No siblings. Never married - "the forge is my companion."
- Allies - Warrior Dagmar (NPC #26), who appreciates his blades; some younger warriors who prefer his work.
- Rivals - Smiths Freya (NPC #11) and Gretta (NPC #19), who he constantly tries to outdo.
Backstory
Sven apprenticed under the legendary smith who trained Gretta (NPC #19) and Freya (NPC #11). He's always felt overshadowed by his more talented peers, driving him to work harder and take more risks. He's developed a reputation for creating blades of exceptional sharpness, though some question their durability.
Daily Life
Sven works the forge from dawn until exhaustion, creating weapons and experimenting with new techniques. He takes few apprentices and pushes them hard. Evenings are for testing his blades and studying the work of masters.
Story Hooks
- 1 Sven needs a rare material from a dangerous location to complete his masterwork blade.
- 2 Someone is stealing his experimental weapons; he needs help finding the thief.
Narrative Value
Equipment vendor, quest giver for material gathering, character dealing with rivalry and ambition, connection to Frostborn craftsmanship, potential ally with combat resources. ═══════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════