![[DALL·E 2025-02-22 15.49.40 - A strong, broad-shouldered human man with streaks of silver running through his once-dark hair. His piercing blue eyes show both the precision of a cr.webp]] ### **Basic Information** - **Name:** Renvar Duskbane - **Race/Species:** Human - **Class/Profession:** Magewright & Artisan - **Alignment/Morality:** Lawful Neutral - **Age:** 65 - **Gender & Pronouns:** Male (He/Him) - **Appearance:** A tall, broad-shouldered man with streaks of silver running through his once-dark hair. His face is weathered, marked by years of meticulous craftsmanship and long nights spent perfecting enchantments. His piercing blue eyes hold both a craftsman’s precision and a warrior’s determination. Renvar wears reinforced leather clothing adorned with arcane sigils, and his hands are always stained with ink, metal dust, or arcane residue from his latest project. --- ### **Personality & Traits** - **Personality Summary:** Renvar is a pragmatic and disciplined individual who values order, precision, and mastery of one’s craft. Unlike the more scholarly Nightshades, he prefers practicality over theory, believing that magic is best when put to tangible use. Though serious and often gruff, he has a deep love for his family, particularly **[[Veyna Duskbane]]**, whom he respects as his equal. He has little patience for recklessness, particularly in those who wield magic irresponsibly, and holds firm to the belief that power should be tempered with wisdom. - **Strengths & Skills:** - **Master Enchanter** – Specializes in crafting durable magical artifacts, particularly weapons and armor. - **Rune Magic Expert** – Can imbue runes into objects, enhancing their power or durability. - **Pragmatic Strategist** – Excels at assessing risks and finding logical solutions to complex problems. - **Skilled Combatant** – Though no warrior, he trained with knights and understands battle tactics. - **Weaknesses & Flaws:** - **Traditionalist** – Prefers structured, time-tested methods over experimental approaches. - **Difficult to Impress** – Holds high standards and does not tolerate half-measures in magic or craftsmanship. - **Overprotective** – Can be overly cautious, particularly when it comes to his wife and children. - **Mannerisms & Speech Patterns:** - Speaks in a measured, deliberate tone, rarely wasting words. - Often rubs his temples when dealing with illogical arguments. - Keeps meticulous notes, constantly sketching rune patterns on any available surface. - Has a habit of inspecting objects for craftsmanship, even in casual settings. --- ### **Background & Story Role** - **Backstory Summary:** Renvar was born into a modest but respected lineage of magewrights in Restov, learning the art of crafting enchanted arms and armor from an early age. Unlike the aristocratic scholars of the **[[House Nightshade]]**, his people valued practical enchantments—items meant for warriors and adventurers, not for display. When he met **[[Veyna Duskbane]]**, he was drawn to her adventurous spirit, while she admired his grounded nature. However, their marriage was seen as **controversial** within the Nightshade family, particularly by its elders, who viewed Renvar as "tainting" their lineage. As a human without a prestigious magical pedigree, he was considered unworthy of joining one of the most revered arcane bloodlines. Even after decades, some within the family still refuse to acknowledge him as a true Nightshade, treating him as an outsider who married into something beyond his station. Despite this, Renvar never sought their approval. Instead, he focused on building his own legacy, supplying magical gear to nobles, mercenaries, and even the **Aldori Swordlords**. Though he maintains civility with the Nightshade elders, he holds little patience for their elitism and sees their obsession with bloodlines as a foolish relic of the past. - **Current Motivations:** - Strengthening his legacy by perfecting a new form of enchanted weaponry. - Securing alliances for **Rivermarch**, believing stability is key to survival. - Watching over his children, though he has mixed feelings about their paths. - Protecting **[[Veyna Duskbane]]** from political entanglements, as he suspects she’s too trusting. - **Connections & Relationships:** - **[[Veyna Duskbane]] (Wife)** – His anchor and equal, though he sometimes worries her wanderlust will pull her away from stability. - **[[Lysander Nightshade]] (Son)** – Their relationship is tense; Renvar disapproves of Lysander’s lawless lifestyle and believes he is wasting his potential. - **[[Mirielle Nightshade]] (Daughter)** – Their debates over the ethics of magic are heated, but he still tries to keep her from going too far. - **[[Borion Nightshade]] (Nephew)** – Respects Borion’s talent but keeps a watchful eye on him, wary of Nightshade ambitions. - **The Aldori Swordlords** – Long-standing trade partners; he has supplied them with enchanted weapons in the past. - **Nightshade Elders** – Though he remains civil, he has never forgiven their disdain for his marriage and subtly works to prove them wrong. - **Factions or Allegiances:** - **The Duskbane Forge** – His personal workshop, known for producing some of the finest enchanted arms in Restov. - **The Nightshade Family (By Marriage, Contentious)** – Respected by some, dismissed by others. - **Rivermarch Trade Network** – Interested in establishing **Rivermarch** as a center for magical craftsmanship. - **Notable Items or Equipment:** - **Duskbane’s Edge** – A prototype longsword infused with a unique rune that strengthens with each battle. - **Runeforged Bracers** – Protective bracers that enhance the wearer’s reflexes and spellcasting precision. - **The Iron Codex** – A personally inscribed book containing notes on forgotten forging techniques. --- ### **Additional Notes** - **Recurring Themes:** - **Magic as a Craft, Not a Weapon** – Believes that magic should serve as a tool for progress, not a means of reckless destruction. - **The Struggles of an Outsider** – Though highly skilled, he is often dismissed by the Nightshade elite. - **Loyalty & Duty** – While he may not be the most expressive, he will always stand by his family when it truly matters. - **Player/GM Notes:** - Could serve as a key figure in establishing **Rivermarch’s** magical economy. - May offer **[[Borion Nightshade]]** enchanted items—if he believes they will be used responsibly. - If pushed, could become a staunch political player, seeking to outmaneuver those who undervalue him.