SHAGRA THE ALCHEMIST
OrcsMaster Alchemist and Potion Maker
"Alchemy is the language of the world, written in elements and compounds. I am simply learning to read that language.""
Identity
- Residence
- The Crucible Laboratory
- Civilization
- Orcs
Appearance
• Physical: Shagra has steady hands and sharp eyes, essential for her dangerous work. Her dark slate skin is marked with small burns and stains from chemicals. She moves with careful precision. • Clothing: She wears protective robes suitable for laboratory work, with thick gloves and goggles. • Distinguishing Marks: Her hands are permanently stained. She always smells of chemicals and strange vapors.
Relationships
- Family - Her children work as healers; her husband manages supplies.
- Allies - Healers value her potions; warriors seek her combat enhancers.
- Rivals - Other alchemists compete for her discoveries; some have tried to steal her formulas.
Personality
- Traits: Methodical, knowledgeable about reactions, deeply committed to discovery, surprisingly cautious
- Mannerisms: Measures everything precisely, records every observation
- Voice: Soft and focused, becomes excited when discussing discoveries
Backstory
Shagra was apprenticed to the clan's healer at age ten and discovered a talent for mixing substances. She has spent forty years studying alchemy, creating potions that are sought throughout orcish territories. She considers each discovery a step toward understanding the world.
Daily Life
Shagra spends her days in her laboratory, mixing ingredients, testing reactions, and recording results. She consults with those seeking her potions and teaches apprentices. Evenings find her studying texts from other civilizations.
Secret
Shagra has discovered a potion that can temporarily grant magical abilities to non-magic users. She has only made a few doses, fearing what would happen if it were widely available.
Story Hooks
- 1 Shagra needs help obtaining rare ingredients from dangerous territory.
- 2 Her magical potion formula has been stolen, and she needs help recovering it.
Narrative Value
Shagra provides alchemical services, potion crafting, and quests related to magical chemistry. ═══════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════