KRAKKA THE SHIPWRIGHT
OrcsMaster Shipwright and Boat Builder
"A ship is wood and rope transformed by skill into a home that floats. I build homes that carry warriors to glory.""
Identity
- Residence
- The Coastal Shipyard
- Civilization
- Orcs
Appearance
• Physical: Krakka is strong and weathered, with hands calloused from years of working with wood. Her dark slate skin is darkened by sun and salt. Her eyes are sharp and assessing. • Clothing: She wears practical clothes suitable for shipyard work, with tools always at her belt. • Distinguishing Marks: Her hands are permanently stained with tar. She always smells of wood and sea.
Relationships
- Family - Her children work in the shipyard; her husband manages supplies.
- Allies - Sailors trust her ships; the clan values her contribution to trade and raiding.
- Rivals - Other shipyards compete for contracts; some have tried to sabotage her work.
Personality
- Traits: Tough, knowledgeable about ships, deeply proud of her craft, surprisingly superstitious
- Mannerisms: Touches wood for luck, assesses vessels automatically
- Voice: Rough and commanding, carries over shipyard noise
Backstory
Krakka was apprenticed to her father, who was the clan's shipwright. She has spent thirty-five years building vessels that can survive the roughest seas. Her ships are sought by sailors throughout orcish territories.
Daily Life
Krakka spends her days in the shipyard, directing crews in the construction and repair of vessels. She selects timber, designs hulls, and oversees every stage of building. Evenings find her studying ship designs from other civilizations.
Secret
Krakka has designed a ship that can travel underwater, using sealed compartments and air storage. She has only built a small prototype, fearing what would happen if the knowledge spread.
Story Hooks
- 1 Krakka needs help obtaining rare timber from dangerous forests.
- 2 Her underwater ship design has been stolen, and she needs help recovering it.
Narrative Value
Krakka provides ship-related quests, naval expertise, and a perspective on orcish seafaring. ═══════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════