THOKKAR THE TEACHER
OrcsSchoolmaster and Educator
"A warrior with a sword can kill. A warrior with knowledge can change the world. I teach the warriors of tomorrow.""
Identity
- Residence
- The Clan School
- Civilization
- Orcs
Appearance
• Physical: Thokkar is soft and scholarly, with hands stained with ink rather than blood. His slate-gray skin is unmarked by warrior scars. His eyes are kind and patient. • Clothing: He wears simple robes suitable for teaching, with reading glasses perched on his nose. • Distinguishing Marks: His hands are stained with ink. He always smells of books and chalk.
Relationships
- Family - His children are grown; several have become teachers themselves.
- Allies - Parents appreciate his work; the chief values an educated populace.
- Rivals - Some warriors dismiss education as weakness; some parents pull children from school.
Personality
- Traits: Patient, knowledgeable, deeply committed to education, surprisingly strict when necessary
- Mannerisms: Adjusts his glasses constantly, gestures with his hands when teaching
- Voice: Clear and measured, can project to fill a classroom
Backstory
Thokkar was a sickly child who couldn't train as a warrior. He was apprenticed to the clan's scholar instead and discovered a love of teaching. He has spent thirty years educating orc children, believing that knowledge is as important as strength.
Daily Life
Thokkar's days are filled with teaching—reading, writing, history, mathematics, and basic combat theory. He maintains the school, prepares lessons, and mentors students. Evenings find him studying to expand his own knowledge.
Secret
2. He has discovered a talented student who needs help reaching their potential.
Narrative Value
Thokkar provides education-related quests, challenges warrior-centric values, and represents intellectual pursuits. ═══════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════