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Theothar

Theothar, (a.k.a. Sir Tolerable)

Name Theothar
Status
Active
Occupation
The former dishwasher of the Hammer and Harp inn, now on a journey to claim his spot as the Forge Master for the undercover village of the Order of the Seven
Age
Beyond the ugly scars, his face makes him seem young and inexperienced. His craft leads you to believe otherwise.
Race
Man
Residence
He is making preparations to move out of his room in the [[Hammer and Harp]].
Kinship
Outward Appearance

Before you stands a strange sight, a silhouette of a man wrapped up in a long, heavy cloak dyed a rich and deep shade of crimson. A flash of bright green eyes is seen as they dart around, making sure not to miss a single unknown face in an ever-vigilant watch for danger. One hand stands almost permanently fixed on the hood, in a desperate fight to shelter the man's face further from the eyes of others.


A stranger sight indeed when that same crimson cloak lies abandoned next to him or folded in his arms. There is no grandeur to the often hidden sight, for it only reveals the face of a young Daleman, unweathered by war or pain and shining still in the strength of a young maturity.  The only mark upon it is a long, deep, diagonal scar that cuts through his brow, nose, and lip, serving as the only distinguishing feature on the otherwise perfectly unremarkable man.


Only when engaged in conversations does his appearance reveal further of his character, for it soon becomes apparent that no expression or change of tone shall reveal anything that is on his mind. Theothar speaks flatly, his voice monotone almost as if nothing before him brings any enthusiasm, only listless confusion. His face seems frozen, the only movement on it being his lips that part just enough to let out a voice.


The very few who have seen him laugh or smile would probably not be able to claim that that is what they saw so with confidence. When in an awfully good mood (him being in any mood at all being incredibly rare) his face might twist to something that would once resemble a smile. Yet it becomes immediately clear that this deep scar did not only ruin the appearance of the face, rather must have caused some severe nerve damage, leaving most of the muscles and skin completely dull and numb, unable to be moved in any way. Thus his earnest attempts at laughing or smiling are simply followed with a grimace that only ever could cause discomfort to those who saw it.


If there is enough alcohol in him or if he finds himself in what he would call 'acceptable company' for far too long, the Daleman would reveal that he is actually able to straighten his back, stretching it to its fullest potential and thus no longer looking as small and as frightened. Though if a stranger would approach in this very moment, his posture would once more shift, his back arched as if he were a feral cat ready to hiss or flee, whichever would get him out of the situation fastest.


He is of average posture, his arms, and legs carved into a lean yet healthy curve of muscles. Overall he looks much weaker than a true warrior and much stronger than one fallen ill; nothing but an average working man that does not indulge in excess of food or drink. He wears clothes that cling to his form, no rustling of fabric to be heard as he walks if he were to discard the cloak. Yet his boots are bulkier, ready for long travel upon much harsher terrain, and if one were to search through his belonging he would find two twin shivs strapped to the inside of them, handcrafted and minuscule, enough to fight but not enough to be noticed as he walks around freely.

 

Profile updated June 8th, 2021

Background

Who knows? Who could say?

Asking him personally does not get a reaction.

Whatever was his life before he started being a dishwasher for the Hammer and the Harp doesn't seem to be that important, at least judging by how much he does not dwell on it.

Or perhaps he just never really cared to think about it too much.

Friends
He claims one friend, and that is mostly because Aearrien refuses to stop calling him that, to his confusion. Sir "Cromwell", as he was instructed to call him, is a trusted companion, but friendship is too confusing for young Theothar.
Relatives
None related by blood, by others claim the late blacksmith who took him in many years ago as his father. Sir "Cromwell" has sort of taken on a fatherly role for him despite Theothar's intentions or wishes.
Rivals/Enemies
The one who disrupted his quiet life in Dale and marked his face with a long, diagonal scar. Despite this, Theothar would rather never see him again rather than get any revenge.
Loves
The warmth of the fire of the forge. The rhythmic pounding of hammers. The beauty wrought from metal. The safety of a place you could call home. Stillness and predictability.
Hates
Strangers. Words that hide true intentions. false kindness and hands opened out of pity. Change.
Motivation
To find safety in a place where there are no secrets behind kind words and actions. To survive. To find a place where he can remain unseen and unimportant.
Quotes
"You seem miserable. You're not doing anything about it. It's odd."

Theothar's Adventures

Finally leaving Bree - part 2 4 years 10 months ago
Finally leaving Bree - part 1 4 years 10 months ago
Uneventful 5 years 3 months ago
Theothar's Adventures

Theothar's Gallery

Theothar's Gallery