VARGA THE CHANDLER
OrcsMaster Chandler and Candle Maker
"Light is hope made visible. When I make a candle, I am creating hope that will outlast the darkness.""
Identity
- Residence
- The Light and Flame Workshop
- Civilization
- Orcs
Appearance
• Physical: Varga is strong and capable, with arms scarred from years of working with hot wax. Her iron-gray skin is marked with small burns. She moves with careful precision. • Clothing: She wears practical clothes suitable for working with heat, with protective gear for dangerous tasks. • Distinguishing Marks: Her hands are incredibly nimble. She always smells of wax and wick.
Relationships
- Family - Her children help in the workshop; her husband manages sales.
- Allies - Everyone needs light; she has connections throughout the clan.
- Rivals - Other chandlers compete for her reputation; some have tried to copy her techniques.
Personality
- Traits: Patient, knowledgeable about fire, deeply proud of her craft, surprisingly artistic
- Mannerisms: Assesses light quality automatically, touches candles constantly
- Voice: Soft and warm, carries the comfort of firelight
Backstory
Varga was apprenticed to the clan's chandler at age ten and spent twenty years learning her craft. She has since become the finest candle maker in orcish territories, creating lights that burn clean and bright. Her candles are used in every important ceremony.
Daily Life
Varga spends her days in her workshop, melting wax, preparing wicks, and pouring candles. She consults with clients seeking custom lights and teaches apprentices. Evenings find her experimenting with new scents and colors.
Secret
Varga has discovered a way to create candles that never go out, burning with magical light. She has only made a few, fearing what would happen if the knowledge spread.
Story Hooks
- 1 Varga needs help obtaining rare wax from dangerous beehives.
- 2 Her eternal candles have been stolen, and she needs help recovering them.
Narrative Value
Varga provides light-related items, domestic perspective, and quests related to her eternal candles. ═══════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════