PETRA STONESHAPER
Islanders of Shimmering IslesStone Mason and Monument Builder
"Stone remembers. Every cut, every shape, every placement—it all becomes part of the stone's story.""
Identity
- Residence
- The Stone Yard, Port Aquamarine
- Civilization
- Islanders of Shimmering Isles
Appearance
• Physical: Solid and strong with the build of someone who works with stone. Her skin is dark bronze and dusted with stone powder, her black hair streaked with gray. Her hands are enormous and permanently rough. • Clothing: Wears heavy work clothes—canvas trousers, a leather vest, sturdy boots. Everything is covered in stone dust. • Distinguishing Marks: Her hands, which can shape stone with surprising delicacy; small scars from countless cuts
Relationships
- Family - Her husband manages the business side; her children are learning the craft
- Allies - Fellow masons, architects who value her skill, certain nobles who commission her work
- Rivals - Competitor masons, clients who demand rushed work, suppliers of inferior stone
Personality
- Traits: Quiet and focused, genuinely loves her craft, occasionally stubborn, surprisingly artistic
- Mannerisms: Touches stone instinctively; speaks in metaphors about stone; becomes animated when discussing her work
- Voice: Deep and measured, with long pauses as she considers her words
Backstory
Petra was born to a family of stone workers, learning the craft from her father. She's built a reputation as the finest mason in the Shimmering Isles, her monuments and buildings standing as testaments to her skill. Her work blends Islander traditions with techniques learned from foreign builders.
Daily Life
Petra's days are spent in her yard—selecting stone, overseeing her crew, personally working on the most important elements of each project. She inspects every piece that leaves her yard, refusing to let substandard work bear her mark.
Secret
Petra has been experimenting with techniques that incorporate sea magic into stone, creating structures that seem almost alive. She's terrified of the implications but can't stop herself.
Story Hooks
- 1 Petra needs help acquiring rare stone from dangerous quarries
- 2 Someone has been sabotaging her projects, and she needs help finding the culprit
Narrative Value
Petra provides construction services, information about architecture and engineering, and quests involving building and sabotage; serves as a source of practical expertise. ═══════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════