GORGE WHITECREST
NaiadsEngineer and Architect
"Water follows the path of least resistance. My job is to make sure that path serves everyone.""
Identity
- Residence
- The Aqueduct Works, a massive construction project
- Civilization
- Naiads
Appearance
• Physical: Gorge has a builder's physique, his hands calloused from years of work. He carries himself with the confidence of someone who creates rather than destroys. • Clothing: He wears practical work clothes covered in construction dust, with tools always at hand. • Distinguishing Marks: His left hand is slightly malformed from a construction accident, but still functional.
Relationships
- Family - Married with children who share his passion
- Allies - Fellow engineers, workers who respect his leadership
- Rivals - Competing architects, those who oppose his projects
Personality
- Traits: Practical, perfectionist, passionate about his work, socially blunt
- Mannerisms: Sketches constantly, gestures with his hands when explaining
- Voice: Gruff but enthusiastic when discussing his projects
Backstory
Gorge was fascinated by how water could be directed and controlled from a young age. He's spent his life designing aqueducts, dams, and water systems that benefit both naiads and land-dwellers.
Daily Life
Gorge oversees the Aqueduct Works, managing teams of workers and solving engineering challenges. He spends his free time designing new projects and mentoring young engineers.
Secret
His latest project involves redirecting a river that would displace a community of forest creatures, and he's struggling with the moral implications.
Story Hooks
- 1 He needs help solving an engineering problem that requires unusual materials
- 2 The displaced community is sabotaging his project, and he needs help negotiating
Narrative Value
Quest giver for engineering challenges, source of infrastructure knowledge, morally complex figure ═══════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════