RATCHETSPARK GLASSBLOWER
GnomesScientific Glassblower
"Glass is frozen light, captured fire, solidified breath. Scientific glassblowing isn't just craft—it's enabling discovery, making possible the experiments that change how we understand the world.""
Identity
- Residence
- The Glass Quarter, Gearhaven
- Civilization
- Gnomes
Appearance
• Clothing: She wears heat-resistant leather clothing with reinforced patches, heavy gloves for handling hot glass, and a vest with pockets for tools and measuring devices. Her apron is covered in glass fragments from years of work. • Distinguishing Marks: A burn scar on her arm from an early accident, permanently stained fingers from various compounds, and a pendant containing a piece of her first successful glassware.
Relationships
- Family - A husband who manages the business side, children who've chosen different paths, parents who are proud of her "practical" art
- Allies - The Glassblowers' Guild, researchers who value her work, fellow craftspeople who share her passion
- Rivals - Mass-produced glassware manufacturers, competitors who've copied her techniques
Personality
- Traits: Passionate about her craft, surprisingly scientific in her approach, frustrated by those who see glassblowing as mere art, fiercely protective of quality standards
- Mannerisms: Examines glass constantly even when off duty, speaks in terms of temperature and viscosity, gets excited about new techniques
- Voice: Warm and enthusiastic, with occasional technical digressions about glass properties
Backstory
Ratchetspark was originally trained as a traditional glass artist but discovered her true calling in scientific glassblowing when she created specialized equipment for an alchemist. She's since become Gearhaven's premier scientific glassblower, creating precision equipment for researchers across Landorya. Her work enables countless scientific discoveries.
Daily Life
Her days are spent at her glassblowing workshop, creating precision equipment for researchers, developing new techniques, and consulting with scientists about their needs. She frequently works unusual hours to take advantage of optimal conditions. Her evenings are dedicated to experimentation and planning future projects.
Secret
Ratchetspark has discovered a glass formulation that seems to have unusual properties—it reacts to magical energy in ways she doesn't understand. She's terrified of this knowledge being used for harmful purposes and has hidden her research.
Story Hooks
- 1 Ratchetspark needs help understanding her unusual glass formulation, offering her glassblowing expertise in exchange.
- 2 Someone has learned about her discovery and wants to steal it; she needs help protecting her research while deciding what to do with it.
Narrative Value
Enabler of science and master craftsperson. Provides glassblowing expertise, access to scientific community, and raises questions about magic-material interaction. Her discovery adds wonder and potential danger. ═══════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════