TOMAS ICE-HEALER
FrostbornHealer and Physician
"Healing is not just about curing disease. It's about giving people hope, dignity, and the strength to keep going.""
Identity
- Residence
- Frosthold - Healer's House
- Civilization
- Frostborn
Appearance
• Physical: Average build at 5'9" with the look of someone who uses knowledge rather than strength. His pale skin is well-maintained. His white hair is neatly trimmed. His pale blue eyes are kind but sharp. • Clothing: Wears clean white robes that mark his profession. His healer's kit is meticulously organized. • Distinguishing Marks: His hands are always warm to the touch - unusual for a Frostborn. He has a healer's medallion.
Relationships
- Family - Parents were healers, now deceased. One sister who is a shaman. Married with children who show healing talent.
- Allies - Healer Helga (NPC #17), who he respects despite their different methods; shamans who provide spiritual healing.
- Rivals - Healers who advocate for more aggressive techniques.
Personality
- Traits: Compassionate but practical, deeply knowledgeable, surprisingly stern when needed, traditional about methods
- Mannerisms: Checks pulses constantly, prescribes treatments mid-conversation, keeps detailed records of patients.
- Voice: Soft but firm, with the authority of someone who has treated every possible injury.
Backstory
Tomas was born to a family of healers and continued that tradition. He's spent twenty-five years treating the sick and injured of Frosthold, developing a reputation for skill and compassion. He prefers traditional healing methods but isn't opposed to new techniques.
Daily Life
Tomas works from dawn until his strength gives out, treating patients and training apprentices. He rarely takes days off, believing his skills are needed too much to rest.
Story Hooks
- 1 Tomas needs a rare ingredient to continue treating his patients; he needs help finding it.
- 2 Someone is stealing his healing supplies; he needs help finding the thief before people die.
Narrative Value
Healer NPC, quest giver for medical missions, source of medical knowledge, connection to Frostborn medicine, potential ally in survival situations. ═══════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════