THOKKAR THE MESSENGER
OrcsClan Messenger and Courier
"My feet carry the words that shape our world. I am the voice of those who cannot travel.""
Identity
- Residence
- Wandering between settlements
- Civilization
- Orcs
Appearance
• Physical: Thokkar is lean and athletic, built for speed and endurance. His slate-gray skin is weathered from constant travel. His legs are powerful from years of running. • Clothing: He wears light clothes suitable for rapid movement, with a satchel for messages. • Distinguishing Marks: His feet are incredibly tough. He always carries urgent messages.
Relationships
- Family - He sees his family rarely; they are proud of his service.
- Allies - Those who depend on his messages value his reliability; he has many contacts.
- Rivals - Other messengers compete for prime routes; some have tried to sabotage him.
Personality
- Traits: Fast, reliable, deeply committed to his duty, surprisingly observant
- Mannerisms: Checks his satchel constantly, assesses routes automatically
- Voice: Breathless from running, becomes clear when delivering messages
Backstory
Thokkar was a runner as a child, always faster than his peers. He was recruited as a messenger at age fifteen and has spent twelve years carrying vital communications between settlements. He has never lost a message or failed to deliver on time.
Daily Life
Thokkar has no fixed home, running between settlements with messages and small packages. He knows every trail and shortcut in the region. He trusts no one with his messages, delivering them only to their intended recipients.
Story Hooks
- 1 Thokkar needs help delivering a message through dangerous territory.
- 2 He has been ambushed and a vital message stolen; he needs help recovering it.
Narrative Value
Thokkar provides delivery quests, communication services, and a perspective on orcish information networks. ═══════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════