Euryale Shellcollector
NereidsRare Specimen Dealer
"Rare specimens are not just objects. They are pieces of history, fragments of the natural world, treasures worth preserving.""
Identity
- Residence
- The Collector's Market, Merchant District
- Civilization
- Nereids
Appearance
• Physical: Sharp-eyed with scales of muted gold. Her eyes assess value instantly. • Clothing: Wears professional attire appropriate to her trade, always carrying specimen cases. • Distinguishing Marks: Her hands are skilled at handling delicate specimens; wears examples of her rarest finds.
Relationships
- Family - Her parents were merchants; she has siblings who work in related trades.
- Allies - Collectors who trust her; museums who depend on her; researchers who value her sources.
- Rivals - Competing dealers; forgers who try to sell fakes; officials who question her methods.
Personality
- Traits: Knowledgeable, shrewd, deeply passionate about rare specimens, surprisingly ethical
- Mannerisms: Examines specimens constantly; speaks about rarity and value; negotiates aggressively.
- Voice: Sharp and precise, with a tendency to use collector terminology.
Backstory
Euryale has dealt in rare specimens for twenty years, building a reputation for quality and authenticity. She supplies collectors, museums, and researchers across Nereidum. She knows where to find what others cannot.
Daily Life
Euryale sources rare specimens, negotiates deals, and maintains her network of collectors. She authenticates specimens for clients.
Story Hooks
- 1 Euryale needs help retrieving a legendary specimen from a dangerous location.
- 2 She's seeking help dealing with a client who discovered her forgeries.
Narrative Value
Source of rare specimens; quest giver for retrieval missions; morally complex ally. ═══════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════