Thaleia Shellsinger
NereidsFolk Musician
"Folk music is not entertainment. It is memory, history, the voice of those who came before us.""
Identity
- Residence
- The Folk Quarter, Nereidum
- Civilization
- Nereids
Appearance
• Physical: Earthy with scales of warm amber and an approachable presence. She carries traditional instruments wherever she goes. • Clothing: Wears simple, traditional clothes that reflect her folk music roots, always carrying her instruments. • Distinguishing Marks: Her hands bear calluses from playing; wears traditional jewelry passed down through generations.
Relationships
- Family - Her family are all musicians; she has many relatives in the folk music community.
- Allies - Traditional music lovers; elders who share old songs; cultural preservation advocates.
- Rivals - Modern musicians who dismiss tradition; officials who don't fund folk arts; those who want to forget the past.
Personality
- Traits: Authentic, passionate about tradition, surprisingly political, deeply connected to her roots
- Mannerisms: Plays music constantly; sings traditional songs; speaks about cultural preservation.
- Voice: Warm and resonant, with an authenticity that connects with common people.
Backstory
Thaleia comes from a long line of folk musicians, learning traditional songs from her grandmother. She performs the old songs that tell Nereidum's history. She fears these traditions are being forgotten.
Daily Life
Thaleia performs folk music in taverns and public spaces, teaches traditional songs, and collects old music from elders. She advocates for cultural preservation.
Secret
She's discovered an ancient song that contains hidden knowledge about Nereidum's history.
Story Hooks
- 1 Thaleia needs help collecting old songs from remote villages before they're forgotten.
- 2 She's seeking help understanding the hidden knowledge in the ancient song she discovered.
Narrative Value
Source of cultural knowledge; quest giver for preservation missions; traditional ally. ═══════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════