WHIRRSPARK MUSEUM
GnomesMuseum Curator
"A museum isn't just a building full of old things—it's memory made tangible, the story of who we are and how we got here. Every exhibit is a lesson, every artifact a teacher. My job is to help people learn from the past.""
Identity
- Residence
- The Gearhaven Museum of Invention
- Civilization
- Gnomes
Appearance
• Clothing: He wears formal attire befitting his position, with numerous pockets for curator's tools and documentation. His vest has loops for various measuring devices. His shoes have soft soles for quiet movement through galleries. • Distinguishing Marks: Permanently stained fingers from handling artifacts, a scar on his hand from an early conservation accident, and a pendant containing a miniature of his favorite exhibit.
Relationships
- Family - Children who've followed him into museum work, grandchildren being trained in curation, a late wife who was his first supporter
- Allies - The Curators' Guild, scholars who study his collection, donors who support his museum
- Rivals - Collectors who want pieces for private collections, museums competing for the same artifacts
Personality
- Traits: Passionate about history, surprisingly knowledgeable about obscure inventions, frustrated by those who don't appreciate preservation, fiercely protective of his collection
- Mannerisms: Checks exhibits constantly, speaks in terms of provenance and conservation, carries documentation tools everywhere
- Voice: Measured and scholarly, with occasional bursts of enthusiasm when discussing particularly significant pieces
Backstory
Whirrspark has dedicated his life to preserving Gearhaven's inventive heritage. He's personally curated thousands of exhibits and developed conservation techniques that have saved countless artifacts. His museum is considered one of Landorya's finest institutions.
Daily Life
His days are spent managing the museum, curating exhibits, and consulting with scholars. He frequently works unusual hours when new acquisitions require his attention. His evenings are dedicated to research and planning future exhibitions.
Secret
Whirrspark has discovered that one of his exhibits is far more significant than anyone realized—an object with properties that could change historical understanding. He's hiding the knowledge while deciding whom to trust.
Story Hooks
- 1 Whirrspark needs help investigating the significant exhibit, offering his curatorial expertise in exchange.
- 2 Someone has learned about the exhibit's true nature and wants to steal it; he needs help protecting his collection while deciding what to do with the knowledge.
Narrative Value
Keeper of history and cultural guardian. Provides museum access, historical knowledge, and raises questions about preservation and truth. His discovery adds wonder and potential revelation. ═══════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════