CLICKWHIFFLE SPICEGRINDER
GnomesSpice Merchant & Grinder
"Spices are the memories of the lands they come from—each one tells a story of sun, soil, and sweat.""
Identity
- Residence
- The Aromatic Mill, Gearhaven Market District
- Civilization
- Gnomes
Appearance
• Physical: Clickwhiffle has permanently reddened eyes from spice dust and a prominent nose that's unusually sensitive. His hands are stained with various spice colors, creating a rainbow effect on his skin. • Clothing: He wears a long leather apron covered in spice dust, with deep pockets full of samples. His turban is made from fabric that won't absorb odors, and he wears gloves when handling the hottest spices. • Distinguishing Marks: Permanent sneeze wrinkles around his nose, and fingertips that can't feel heat anymore from handling peppers.
Relationships
- Family - His wife manages the shop's finances; their children help with grinding and packaging
- Allies - Chefs, apothecaries, traders who supply exotic ingredients
- Rivals - Cheaper spice dealers who cut their products, a competitor who spreads rumors about his quality
Personality
- Traits: Passionate about flavors, surprisingly knowledgeable about trade routes, excellent negotiator
- Mannerisms: Sniffs everything, rubs spices between his fingers to release aromas, sneezes frequently
- Voice: Nasal and enthusiastic, often punctuated by sneezes
Backstory
Clickwhiffle started as a dock worker unloading spice ships and became fascinated by the exotic flavors. He learned the trade from merchants across Landorya and eventually opened his own shop. He now sources spices from every civilization and blends custom mixtures for chefs and apothecaries.
Daily Life
He spends his days grinding spices, blending custom mixtures, and consulting with customers on flavor combinations. His shop is a sensory experience—colors, aromas, and textures from across the world. He maintains strict quality standards and knows the origin of every spice he sells.
Secret
He's discovered a rare spice that can enhance magical abilities, but it has dangerous side effects he's still studying.
Story Hooks
- 1 He needs help recovering a stolen shipment of priceless saffron from bandits
- 2 Someone is using his spice blends to create poisons, and he needs to clear his name
Narrative Value
Provider of flavor and potential source of unusual ingredients. His knowledge of trade routes and sources can aid investigations. ═══════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════