AURORA TIDESINGER
Islanders of Shimmering IslesLighthouse Keeper
"The light doesn't judge who it saves. It simply shines, and those who see it find their way home.""
Identity
- Residence
- The Stormwatch Lighthouse, Point Perilous
- Civilization
- Islanders of Shimmering Isles
Appearance
• Physical: Solid and weathered with the look of someone who lives in isolation. Her skin is deeply tanned, her black hair streaked with gray from the salt wind. Her eyes are sharp and miss nothing on the horizon. • Clothing: Wears practical clothing suitable for harsh weather—heavy woolens, oilskins, sturdy boots. A heavy cloak protects her from the elements. • Distinguishing Marks: Her hands, permanently rough from maintenance work; her voice, hoarse from calling warnings
Relationships
- Family - Her parents are deceased; she has a sister she rarely sees
- Allies - Fellow lighthouse keepers, sailors who depend on her light, certain merchants who supply her
- Rivals - None really—she's too isolated for rivalries
Personality
- Traits: Solitary but not lonely, genuinely committed to her duty, occasionally eccentric from isolation, surprisingly knowledgeable
- Mannerisms: Looks at the horizon constantly; speaks to herself; keeps meticulous records
- Voice: Hoarse and direct, with long pauses between thoughts
Backstory
Aurora was born to a family of lighthouse keepers, learning the craft from her father. She's kept the Stormwatch Light for fifteen years, guiding countless ships to safety. Her isolation has made her eccentric but hasn't diminished her dedication.
Daily Life
Aurora's days are governed by the light—maintaining the lamp, trimming wicks, cleaning lenses, recording weather and shipping. She ventures to town monthly for supplies, preferring her solitary existence.
Secret
Aurora has been recording unusual lights in the distance—patterns that suggest intelligent signaling. She's been too afraid to investigate, fearing what she might find.
Story Hooks
- 1 Aurora needs help investigating the mysterious lights she's been recording
- 2 Her lighthouse has been targeted by saboteurs, and she needs protection
Narrative Value
Aurora provides information about shipping and weather, access to isolated locations, and quests involving mysteries and isolation; serves as a source of steadfast dedication. ═══════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════