Kalyke Pearlward
NereidsPearl Grader
"A pearl is not just calcium and nacre. It is time, patience, the ocean's gift to those who wait.""
Identity
- Residence
- The Pearl Exchange, Merchant District
- Civilization
- Nereids
Appearance
• Physical: Sharp-eyed with scales of soft cream and an air of professional assessment. Her fingers are sensitive, detecting pearl quality by touch. • Clothing: Wears professional attire appropriate to her position, with tools for examining pearls. • Distinguishing Marks: Her eyes are unusually sharp from years of close examination; wears a necklace of perfect pearls.
Personality
- Traits: Precise, knowledgeable, fair in her assessments, surprisingly passionate about pearls
- Mannerisms: Examines pearls constantly; speaks about quality factors obsessively; can identify origin by sight.
- Voice: Clear and precise, with a tendency to use technical grading terminology.
Backstory
Kalyke trained for ten years to become a master pearl grader, learning to assess quality with absolute precision. Her judgment is trusted across Nereidum. She dreams of finding the perfect pearl.
Daily Life
Kalyke spends her days examining pearls, grading them for quality, and consulting with buyers and sellers. She maintains strict standards and reputation.
Story Hooks
- 1 Kalyke needs help investigating a forgery ring that's threatening the pearl trade.
Narrative Value
Source of pearl expertise; quest giver for investigation missions; morally complex ally. ═══════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════