BRUKKAR THE BLOOD LETTER
OrcsTraditional Healer and Bloodletter
"The old ways have power that the new cannot see. I am the keeper of that power.""
Identity
- Residence
- The Healing House
- Civilization
- Orcs
Appearance
• Physical: Brukkar is lean and precise, with hands that can find veins in the dark. His deep umber skin is marked with blood stains. His eyes are sharp and assessing. • Clothing: He wears practical medical clothes, with his tools always at hand. • Distinguishing Marks: His hands are incredibly steady. He always smells of blood and herbs.
Relationships
- Family - His children have become modern healers; they consider his methods outdated.
- Allies - Traditionalists value his knowledge; some patients prefer his methods.
- Rivals - Modern healers dismiss his techniques; some have tried to shut him down.
Personality
- Traits: Precise, knowledgeable about the body, deeply committed to healing, surprisingly gentle
- Mannerisms: Assesses health automatically, prepares treatments constantly
- Voice: Soft and reassuring, carries the confidence of expertise
Backstory
Brukkar was trained in traditional healing methods from childhood, learning the ancient arts of bloodletting and herbalism. He has spent forty years treating patients with techniques that modern healers dismiss. He believes the old ways have value.
Daily Life
Brukkar spends his days treating patients with traditional methods—bloodletting, cupping, herbal treatments. He maintains his practice, prepares his materials, and teaches apprentices. Evenings find him studying ancient texts.
Secret
Brukkar has discovered that some of his traditional methods have genuine magical properties that modern healers don't understand. He is studying these effects carefully.
Story Hooks
- 1 Brukkar needs help proving the effectiveness of his traditional methods.
- 2 He has discovered a dangerous side effect of one of his treatments and needs help addressing it.
Narrative Value
Brukkar provides traditional healing services, quests related to ancient medicine, and a perspective on orcish healthcare traditions. ═══════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════