MORZUK THE BELL RINGER
OrcsTemple Bell Ringer
"The bells speak what words cannot. I am their voice, their interpreter, their servant.""
Identity
- Residence
- The Temple of the Ancestors
- Civilization
- Orcs
Appearance
• Physical: Morzuk is ancient and stooped, with arms still strong from years of ringing. His smoky gray skin is faded with age. His eyes are distant and spiritual. • Clothing: He wears simple temple robes, with calluses on his hands from the bell ropes. • Distinguishing Marks: His hearing is damaged from years of bells. He always smells of incense.
Relationships
- Family - His family is long dead; he has outlived them all.
- Allies - Stone-Keepers respect his dedication; the faithful find comfort in his bells.
- Rivals - None—his position is too humble for rivalry.
Personality
- Traits: Devout, rhythmic, deeply connected to tradition, surprisingly knowledgeable
- Mannerisms: Moves to rhythms only he can hear, counts time constantly
- Voice: Soft and distant, carries the echoes of bells
Backstory
Morzuk has been ringing the temple bells for fifty years, marking time and calling the faithful to worship. He knows the meaning of every ring, the pattern of every ceremony. He considers himself the voice of the ancestors.
Daily Life
Morzuk spends his days in the bell tower, ringing the hours, calling to worship, and maintaining his instruments. He lives in a small room at the tower's base, rarely leaving. He considers the bells his true family.
Secret
Morzuk has discovered that certain bell patterns can influence the emotions of those who hear them. He has been using this knowledge subtly for years.
Story Hooks
- 1 Morzuk needs help with a complex bell pattern for an important ceremony.
- 2 Someone has discovered his emotional influence and is trying to exploit it.
Narrative Value
Morzuk provides religious atmosphere, ritual-related quests, and a perspective on orcish spirituality. ═══════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════