ORION STARCHASER
Islanders of Shimmering IslesNavigator's Apprentice
"The stars are the sailor's oldest friends. Learn their language, and the world opens before you.""
Identity
- Residence
- Aboard various vessels, Port Aquamarine
- Civilization
- Islanders of Shimmering Isles
Appearance
• Physical: Lean and eager with the look of youth and ambition. His skin is a light bronze, his black hair perpetually windswept. His eyes are sharp and constantly scanning the horizon. • Clothing: Wears practical sailor's clothing—canvas trousers, a linen shirt, a vest with pockets for instruments. His navigator's tools hang from his belt. • Distinguishing Marks: His hands, permanently ink-stained from chart work; a small scar on his forehead from a rigging accident
Relationships
- Family - His parents are proud but worried; he sends them money when he can
- Allies - Fellow navigators, captains who value his skill, Jax the cartographer
- Rivals - Other apprentices who compete for positions, captains who dismiss his youth
Personality
- Traits: Eager and ambitious, genuinely loves the sea, occasionally overconfident, surprisingly knowledgeable
- Mannerisms: Checks his compass constantly; talks about navigation obsessively; fidgets when idle
- Voice: Rapid and enthusiastic, frequently trailing into technical details
Backstory
Orion was born to poor fishermen but discovered his gift for navigation as a youth. He apprenticed under several masters and is building a reputation as a skilled navigator. His ambition is to captain his own vessel and discover new trade routes.
Daily Life
Orion's days are spent at sea—navigating for various captains, learning from each voyage, building his skills and reputation. Between voyages, he studies charts and instruments, preparing for his future.
Story Hooks
- 1 Orion needs help funding and crewing an expedition to prove his new route
- 2 Someone has learned about his discovery and is trying to steal it
Narrative Value
Orion provides navigation services, information about exploration, and quests involving discovery and ambition; serves as a potential companion for maritime adventures. ═══════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════