WHISTLELOCK CARTWRIGHT
GnomesSteam Carriage Builder
"A carriage isn't just transportation—it's freedom, possibility, the ability to go anywhere. My steam carriages don't just move people; they move dreams, ambitions, lives.""
Identity
- Residence
- The Transport Quarter, Gearhaven
- Civilization
- Gnomes
Appearance
• Clothing: She wears reinforced leather clothing designed for workshop safety, heavy boots with steel toes, and a vest with pockets for tools and blueprints. Her apron is covered in oil and metal shavings. • Distinguishing Marks: A scar on her arm from a steam accident, permanently stained fingers from lubricants, and a pendant containing a gear from her first successful carriage.
Relationships
- Family - Children helping run the business, grandchildren being trained in the trade, a late husband who was her first investor
- Allies - The Carriage Builders' Guild, clients who appreciate her quality, fellow builders who share her standards
- Rivals - Mass-produced carriage manufacturers, competitors who've copied her designs
Personality
- Traits: Surprisingly artistic about design, genuinely passionate about transportation, frustrated by those who don't appreciate quality craftsmanship, fiercely protective of her creations
- Mannerisms: Examines carriages constantly, speaks in terms of efficiency and elegance, carries carriage-building tools everywhere
- Voice: Warm and enthusiastic, with occasional technical digressions about steam systems
Backstory
Whistlelock was one of the first to build steam carriages, developing designs that have become industry standards. Her carriages are considered the finest available, sought by clients across Landorya. She personally oversees every carriage that bears her mark.
Daily Life
Her days are spent in her workshop, designing and constructing carriages, consulting with clients, and overseeing production. She frequently works unusual hours when deadlines approach. Her evenings are dedicated to planning new designs and studying transportation trends.
Story Hooks
- 1 Whistlelock needs help deciding what to do with her dangerous discovery, offering her carriage-building expertise in exchange.
Narrative Value
Transportation pioneer and master craftsperson. Provides carriage-building expertise, access to transport networks, and raises questions about progress and safety. Her discovery adds moral complexity. ═══════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════