WHIRRLOCK SADDLEMAKER
GnomesMaster Saddler & Leatherworker
"A saddle is the connection between rider and horse—get it wrong, and both suffer. Get it right, and they become one.""
Identity
- Residence
- The Steady Seat, Gearhaven Equestrian Quarter
- Civilization
- Gnomes
Appearance
• Physical: Whirrlock has strong hands scarred from leatherworking tools and a permanent tan from working outdoors with horses. She moves with the confidence of someone who handles large animals daily. • Clothing: She wears sturdy leather apron over practical clothes, with loops for holding tools. Her boots are made from her own leather, and she wears a belt with samples of different leather types. • Distinguishing Marks: A small scar above her eyebrow from a horse's hoof, and permanently leather-scented skin.
Relationships
- Family - Her daughter is a horse trainer; they often collaborate on custom fittings
- Allies - Riders, cavalry officers, horse breeders, leather suppliers
- Rivals - Cheaper saddle makers, a former apprentice who uses inferior materials
Personality
- Traits: Practical and no-nonsense, deeply knowledgeable about animals, values quality over speed
- Mannerisms: Touches leather to test quality, makes adjustments to saddles even when they're perfect
- Voice: Gruff but warm, with a tendency to talk to horses mid-conversation
Backstory
Whirrlock grew up around horses and learned leatherworking to make her own tack. She apprenticed under Dwarf leatherworkers to learn their techniques and combined them with gnomish innovation. Her saddles are used by riders across Landorya who need equipment they can trust.
Daily Life
She spends her days crafting saddles, bridles, and leather goods, fitting them to individual horses and riders. She maintains a stable where she tests her work and consults with riders on their specific needs. Her workshop smells of leather, oil, and horses.
Secret
She's developed a saddle design that allows riders to stay mounted in situations that would normally throw them, but she's concerned about military applications.
Story Hooks
- 1 She needs rare leather from a dangerous beast for a royal commission
- 2 Someone is sabotaging her saddles, endangering riders, and she needs help finding the culprit
Narrative Value
Provider of essential equipment and potential source of specialized gear. Her knowledge of horses and riding can aid in various situations. ═══════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════