Ione Pearlstring
NereidsMusical Instrument Maker
"An instrument is not wood and string. It is potential, waiting for the right hands to release its voice.""
Identity
- Residence
- The Instrument Quarter, Nereidum
- Civilization
- Nereids
Appearance
• Physical: Delicate with dexterous fingers and scales of soft mother-of-pearl. Her ears are sharp, attuned to the slightest tonal variation. • Clothing: Wears practical work clothes covered in sawdust and shell fragments, with tools always at hand. • Distinguishing Marks: Her hands bear calluses from her work; wears a necklace of tiny bells that chime as she moves.
Relationships
- Family - Her parents were musicians who encouraged her craft; she has a sister who is a professional performer.
- Allies - Musicians who swear by her instruments; fellow craftspeople; suppliers of rare materials.
- Rivals - Competing instrument makers; musicians who demand impossible specifications; forgers who copy her work.
Personality
- Traits: Perfectionist, musical, patient, deeply passionate about her craft
- Mannerisms: Tunes instruments constantly; hums while working; speaks in musical metaphors.
- Voice: Soft and melodic, with perfect pitch that she uses without thinking.
Backstory
Ione apprenticed under the legendary instrument maker Chordweaver until his retirement. She inherited his workshop and techniques, creating instruments sought by musicians across the world. She believes every instrument has a soul waiting to be awakened.
Daily Life
Ione spends her days crafting instruments in her workshop, selecting materials, shaping shells, and tuning finished pieces. She consults with musicians and repairs damaged instruments.
Secret
She's discovered a technique to create instruments that can influence the emotions of listeners and is torn about whether to use it.
Story Hooks
- 1 Ione needs help retrieving rare materials for a legendary instrument commission.
- 2 She's seeking help dealing with an instrument that seems to have developed magical properties.
Narrative Value
Source of musical instruments; quest giver for material retrieval; craftsman ally. ═══════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════