New Hope Mini Character Guide--Humans
(Updated 08/00) This condensed version of the New Hope Character Guide gives a brief description of many of the important human characters in New Hope during the first four centuries of the Fourth Millennium. This list covers some but by no means all of the human characters--there are hundreds of them, so don't be shy about making up new ones if you need a character for a story. However, if you want to use an established character, here they are. Many of them are wide open for further development. The characters are listed by Household, and are arranged more or less chronologically.
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Abbreviations: M = male, F = female, H = hair, E = eyes, (D) = deceased, (Ms) = missing, (*) = tentative.
Households:
Trailingstar
Greenwillow
Whistleleaf
Springreach
Foxlair
Risingmist
Threetail
Sea Runner
Startide
OthersTrailingstar Household
Founding families:Anath: F, H - Black, E - Brown. B NH -31, d. NH 49. Sister of Kel, mate of Tokek (d), mother of Troneh and Dunoe (remained in the Redrock Valley.) Acerbic, intelligent. Not a member of the Lovebringer cult, but came with Kel because neither of her sons were willing to take her into their families when her husband died.
Avir: F, H - black, E - Brown. B. NH -36, d. NH 18. Mate of Shenno, mother of Rillin and Ryin. Eyrie worker.
Feren: M, H - Dark brown, E- hazel. B. NH -24, d. NH 60. Mate of Meleny, father of Tuko, Foreth, Ravoyen, and Shulen. Eyrie worker, austringer; Rahirah's chief assistant. Stolid, cheerful, dependable. Not a member of the Lovebringer cult; never really got over hoping that someday the spirits would announce that all this equality business was a joke and things could go back to normal now.
Ilare: F, H - auburn, E - brown. B. NH -18, d. NH 53. Mate of Jekaret. Eyrie worker.
Jekeret: M, H - dark brown, E - grey. B. NH -20, d. NH 66. Mate of Ilare. Eyrie worker.
Kel: Household Elder, NH 0-28. M, H - dark brown, E - hazel. Son of Ressha and Marl (D), b. NH -28, d. NH ; mate of Tekka, father of Minath, Rahee, Tirro, Tirth, and Bikka. Herdsman (goats), excellent carder and spinner. Closet theologian. Known to most as a very competent producer of thread and yarn. Easygoing, fond of children, can often be found telling them fantastic tales while teaching them to spin. Extremely intelligent, with a strong imagination and great intellectual curiosity. A near-brilliant philosopher/theologian. In the Redrock Valley, had privately developed the theory that the Lovebringer was not a spirit (elf) at all, but rather a being of pure spirit (soul); was mightily peeved when Piet showed up and ruined a perfectly good theory. Not overly serious in everyday life and delights in teasing his wife; seldom gets so caught up in his world of Ideal Forms that he forgets the pleasures of real life. D. NH 28. Clearance: Barbara Cummings
Meleny: F, H - light brown, E - Brown. B. NH -22, d. NH 13. Mate of Feren. Mother of Tuko, Foreth, Ravoyen, and Shulen. Eyrie worker. Dies in childbirth.
Minath: F, H - dark brown, E - dark brown. Daughter of Tekka and Kel, b. NH -13, d. NH 81; sister of Rahee, Tirro, Tirth, and Bikka; mate of Ketan, mother of Pita and Arrek. Spinner, seamstress. Very pretty and knows it. A consummate flirt, fond of showing herself off. Essentially kindhearted and concerned for others, but this often takes the form of bossiness or nosiness -- all “for your own good,” of course! Likes taking charge and the attention that leadership brings, and actually is a very good organizer. Has a definite artistic streak and excellent taste. A trifle more concerned with status and appearance than she should be. Clearance: Barbara Cummings
Rahee: F, H - dark brown, E - green/hazel. Daughter of Tekka and Kel, b. NH -9, d. NH 52; sister of Minath, Tirro, Tirth, and Bikka. Very small and slight. Fascinated by the great hawks since childhood, destined to be New Hope's first human hawkrider. Proud, serious, reserved, her moments of merriment cherished all the more for their rarity. Takes her job very seriously. Uninterested in romance. She never marries or has any children, though she gets on well with her various nieces and nephews. Dies in a clash with a Stinker raiding party. Clearance: Barbara Cummings
Shenno: M, H - Red, E - brown. B. NH -38, d. NH 44. Mate of Avir, father of Rillin and Ryin. Builder and architect, stonemason. Intelligent but generally distracted save in his work. Careful, competent craftsman. Delighted by trolls, who provided him with some of the practical knowledge he was missing, and gets along well with them.
Tawna: F, H - dark brown/grey, E - dark brown. B. NH -46, D. NH 11. Mate of Surath, mother of Ketan. Herbalist, midwife, has some very basic surgical knowledge. Archetypical “wise woman,” much sought after for her knowledge of childbirth and medical skills. Perpetually amused by the world, and it takes a lot to win her respect. Nonviolence is all very well, but if someone hits her she has a tendency to hit back; to her mind, defending one's own is part of the natural way of things. Always one to speak her mind, especially as she gets older, and will sometimes make outrageous statements just to stir things up. An excellent dancer in her youth and still enjoys festivals where she can exercise this skill. Clearance: Barbara Cummings
Tekka: Household elder NH 0-34. F, H - dark brown, E - brown. Daughter of Tootha and Verro (both D), b. NH -30 D. NH 34. ; mate of Kel, mother of Minath, Rahee, Tirro, Tirth, and Bikka. Seamstress, clothing designer, embroiderer; has general homemaking and child raising skills. A serene, confident, capable woman, able to carry out tasks in the middle of any sort of chaos. Has little imagination and little inclination to believe rumors or spread them. Reserves judgment on things of which she has no personal knowledge, but accepts new information willingly and without bother. Not one for coming up with new ideas or plans, but is excellent at organizing things and making use of existing resources. Can be counted on to calm things down and keep them calm. Clearance: Barbara Cummings
Tirro: M, H - light brown, E - dark brown. Son of Tekka and Kel, b. NH -11, d. NH 83; brother of Minath, Rahee, Tirth, and Bikka. Even tempered, reliable, quite bright. Has a strong sense of fairness and is often called on by his peers to referee squabbles. He tends to get responsibilities heaped on him, and seldom complains, though he occasionally wishes he had a little more time to himself. A trader and traveler in his youth; eventually marries an Exotic Beauty from a tribe south of Great Water and brings her home. Takes over his mother's job as household coordinator when she gets on in years. Clearance: Barbara Cummings
Tirth: M, H - dark brown, E - dark brown. Son of Tekka and Kel, b. NH -6; brother of Minath, Rahee, Tirro, and Bikka.
The Next Generations: Born or adopted into New Hope in the first twenty or thirty years
Arrek: M, b. NH 12, d. NH 92. Son of Minath and Ketan. Woodcarver and leathercarver; known for carving humorous caricatures of his house and tribesmates (which, for some unknown reason, became very popular objets d'art in a couple of the troll kingdoms...)
Bikka: F, daughter of Tekka and Kel.
Foreth: M, son of Feren and Meleny.
Ketan: M, H - black, E - black. B. NH -14, d. NH 68. Son of Tawna and Surath, mate of Minath, father of Pita and Arrek.
Keihakualaika: F, H - black, E - black. B. NH -10, d. NH 46. Mate of Tirro, from a tribe of island-dwelling humans south of Great Water. Herbalist and gardener. Considered an exotic beauty; rather Polynesian in looks. Rather shy and deferential in company but strong-willed in private.
Pita: F, daughter of Minath and Ketan
Ravoyen: M, son of Feren and Meleny
Rillin: M, son of Feren and Meleny
Ryin: M, son of Shenno and Avir
Shulen: F, daughter of Feren and Meleny
Tuko: M, son of Feren and Meleny
Circa NH 50:
Lehni: M, H - Light brown, E - Brown. Brother of Jeorg. An adopted Stinker. Found on the site of a New Hope/Stinker clash in NH 53 with his dead brother, convinced that he too was dead. Big, strong, minimally intelligent; brought back to Trailingstar by Piet. Lenhi spent the rest of his reasonably long and happy life convinced that he was in the land of the dead.
Circa NH 96:
Alron: M, b. NH 57. Harnessmaker/leatherworker.
Amiry: M, b. NH 69. Harnessmaker/leatherworker.
Fera: F, b. NH 71. Harnessmaker/leatherworker.
Girand: M, b. NH 73. Harnessmaker/leatherworker. Father of Tahkwe.
Olwah: F, b. NH 64. Harnessmaker/leatherworker. Mother of Tahkwe.
Sherra: F, b. NH 77. Harnessmaker/leatherworker.
Circa NH 123:
Lellan: F, b. NH 98. H - Dishwater blonde, E - Hazel. Fairer than Mraal average; has some TWON ancestry. Austringer, Rahirah’s main assistant in the eyrie. Observant, intelligent. Has an irreverent sense of humor.
Tahkwe: F, b. NH 94. H - brown, E - brown. Daughter of Girand and Olwah. Harnessmaker; runs the harnessmaking shop during the many occasions that Rahirah can’t. Inclined to give everyone the benefit of the doubt; though she runs the shop very tightly, is rather dithery in her private life. In later life, a household and Council Elder; known for being able to prolong just about any argument by bringing up yet another unconsidered side of the question and worrying it into the ground, despite the fact that she professes to hate arguing.
Circa NH 140:
Alhanya: F, H - dark brown, E - brown. b. NH 81. Grandmother of Millya, sister of Eyra. One of Trailingstar's household elders. A short, plump, motherly woman; adores gossip and can talk the hind leg off a mule. Strong-minded and while invariably pleasent, usually ends up getting her way. Gardener, herbalist, physicker. Bosses her patients around unmercifully, but is otherwise a complete softy.
Benir: M. An eyrie worker with a low opinion of palominos.
Eyra: F, H - dark brown, E - grey. b. NH 74. Sister of Alhanya. One of Trailingstar's household elders. Tall, thin, sharp-eyed; not really taciturn but sometimes seems so in comparison with her voluble sister. Harnessmaker. A good deal sterner than her sister.
Halkai: M, H - brown, E - brown. Household cook, known for his seafood stews. Rather dictatorial in the kitchen. (“No soup for you!”)
Millya: F. b. NH 134. Grandaughter of Alhanya. Rather shy, likes cookies.
Circa NH 170:
Ranal: M. b. NH 145. A very large man and much in demand for moving harps.
Circa NH 230:
Hialea: See Foxlair.
Natesha: See Foxlair
Rose: See Startide.
Circa NH 250:
Cassara: See Startide
Lesia: F, H - brown, E - brown. Daughter of Tolurri and Torv.
Nelia: F, H - dark brown, E - hazel. Daughter of Tolurri and Torv.
Tolurri: (ne Trailingstar, ne Foxlair), F, H - Golden brown, E - hazel; fair complexion; like her mother, a "great beauty." b/d 239 - 328. Born in Startide to Rose and Dunlon. Siblings: "Red" (M), Russi, Ileia, Sheyla, Keliora, Kalana, and Candra (all F). Married to Torv Trailingstar from 256 - 261, bore two daughters, Nelia and Lesia before his death; married a second time to Varan Foxlair from 263 - 283; they had three sons, Wil, Akin, and Harrin; then to Delen Startide from 285 - 308. Vivacious, energetic, intelligent, insightful, a bit of a tease, a flirt, friendly, outgoing; tried her hand in numerous jobs and crafts but truly excells at none of them--pulls her weight, but always seems to want something more from life. A good singer/actress; really loves singing with the choir.
Torv: M, H - Black, E - Brown. B. 238, d. 261. First husband of Tolurri, father of Nelia and Lesia. Died in an eyrie accident, savaged by a hawk.
Circa NH 270:
Ferril: F, Midwife, gardener and herbalist. Makes good tea.
Circa NH 290:
Darin: M. Younger brother of Kelam. Good tracker and scout, though he's primarily a gardener and handyman.
Dian: M.
Faron: M. b. NH 257. Household cook.
Gerrel: M, NH 228-305. H - brown, E - brown. Household Elder, later Council Elder. Hunter, forager, excellent archer, until his mid forties, bowyer and fletcher for some years after, until the progression of his arthritis effectively crippled him in his mid-sixties. A determination to understand the past which shaped his parents' lives led to an interest in history in general. Intelligent and perceptive, but more interested in practical knowlege than than theory, though capable of theorizing at need. Has a philosophical bent but thinks philosophy exists to serve people and not the other way around. He reads people well. Can irritate those close to him with his seeming distance; his passion manifests as determination in pursuit rather than emotional explosions. Losing the use of his hands in the last ten years or so of his life turns him rather bitter. In his last few years he suffers several minor strokes and is forgetful and often ill. Clearance: Barb Cummings
Kelam: M, older brother of Darin.
Lahni: F, NH 231-311. H - light brown, E - brown. Mate of Gerrel. Council Elder. Quiet, thoughtful, soft-spoken. Considered an expert on bakhan by the other human members of the tribe; a shamaness as well as an Elder. Dispenses advice and the occasional charm, interprets dreams.
Lialle: F
Shela: F, household cook.
Wereli: M
Whistleleaf Household
Circa NH 120:Rikadi: M, Austringer. Works in the eyrie.
Circa NH 290:
Darlek: M, tracker, scout, some warrior training. Acted as a guard during Rahirah’s trial.
Greenwillow Household
Alano: M, H - black, E - brown-black. Son of Trika and Dubyk (D), brother of Jehne and Terren (among others); b. NH 11. Warrior of the Golden Torc; drummer. A third-generation Torc, his occupational priority is the protection of Leravie (at least nominally). He and Jehne are a single working unit and have a close rapport with each other. Alano is the more practical, with a talent for seeing the overall picture. Quick to sense being manipulated, sidetracked, etc. Analytical by nature, has considerable stamina and tenacity. Will always look for another option rather than admit defeat. Protective by nature, somewhat reserved. Often has to be made to relax.Aluli Jetsam: F, H - black, E - brown. Daughter of Mayrina Jetsam and Bevin Stick (both D), b. NH 36; sister of Tesho Stick. Close friend of Neenah Fire. Good at sealore and boating, fishing, swimming and diving. Also an apprentice weaver and a decent cook. Sings in the Choral Society, enjoys dancing and plays a mean drum. Usually has at least one pet. A merry, laughing girl with an impish streak; likes to get in on others' schemes. An inveterate romantic, enjoys matchmaking. Curious about new people and has a fine, active imagination; treats life as a marvelous adventure. Clearance: Margaret Dean
Arista Fire: F, H - rich red, E - green. Member of the Tribe without Name (Fire clan). Married to Terren of Greenwillow, close friend of Kaidyn and Sherron. Household Elder from NH 50 - NH <?> Dyer. Sultry and flirtatious, though monogamous after marriage. Extremely fertile; it's said she gets pregnant every time Terren touches her. This may not be quite true, but they do have ten children, including two sets of twins and one of triplets.
Ax III (given name Quatoya): F, H - black with a silver streak, E - grey. Daughter of Ax II (D), b. NH 35. Cousin and close friend of Duele Stick. Hunter, tracker, combat specialist. Mastery of tools and weaponry comes easily to her. Has some knowledge of herbalism and grows plants as a hobby. New Hope arm wrestling champion. Raised to be responsible; forthright, honest, a realist. Observant. Capable of intense focusing. Tends to disbelieve anything she can't bite. Not one to give up easily on relationships. Clearance: Ree Moorhead Pruehs
Cheressa: F, H - iron grey, E - dark brown. B. NH -19. Went with original New Hope settlers because she had no prospects for a better life in the Redrock Valley. Chief cook of Greenwillow Household, with a “down-home” style; nothing fancy, just good food well prepared. A grumpy, easily irritated woman, not precisely happy with her life, but content that she has found something useful to do. Firmly believes that elves are gods despite their protestations to the contrary. D. NH 36.
Dubyk: M, first husband of Trika. Torc warrior assigned by Shadaln to protect her daughter Leravie in the wilds of New Hope.
Duele Stick: F, H - medium/deep brown, E - brown. B. NH 37, daughter of Stick VII, younger sister of Leroni Stick. Cousin and close friend of Ax III. Gardener, herbalist, paramed/first aider who's had a taste of midwifing and likes it. Dancer of some note, enthusiastic member of the Choral Society. Has considerable skill in weaponry, gained through long practice with her cousin, but it's not “in her blood.” Closest companion of Ax, whom she strongly resembles; sometimes called “Ax's mirror.” As bubbly and irreverent as her cousin is serious. Wears her heart on her sleeve and tends to blurt out whatever she's thinking. Enthusiastic, effervescent, rambunctious, gregarious. Finds it almost impossible to sit still; lives in the immediate moment. Clearance: Ree Moorhead Pruehs
Epel: M. H - dark brown, E - grey. Father of Schim. Torc warrior assigned by Shadaln to protect Leravie. Did his duty with grim determination, though he sometimes secretly felt resentment that His Voice had exiled him into the wilderness with all those crazy Lovebringer people. Held himself aloof from the other humans in New Hope for quite awhile before loneliness finally broke down his resistance. Married extremely late in life; no one was more surprised than he when his wife turned up pregnant. Trained his son Schim to follow in his footsteps taking care of His Voice's daughter, though unlike Dubyk, he did not send his son back to the Redrock Valley for training.
Jehne: M, H - mid- to dark brown w/gold highlights, E - gold-flecked brown. Son of Trika and Dubyk, brother of Alano and Terren (among others), b. NH 13. Warrior of the Golden Torc; firedancer (juggling firebrands and knives), enjoys juggling and dancing in general. A third-generation Torc and the youngest ever so named; assigned to Leravie along with his brother. He and Alano customarily fight as a team. Jehne is quick, agile, and hard to anticipate. He is an intuitive fighter, anticipating both his enemy's moves and his partner's. Cheerful and playful, almost bouncy; has a whimsical sense of humor and a mischievous streak. When he's on the job, he's on the job; when he's off, he's off (though always ready for anything).
Muryani: F, H - dark sable brown, E - dark brown. Daughter of <one of Trika's daughters by Ariit> and <father TBD>, b. NH 15. Mate of Tawno Rock, mother of Tulera and Eden, among others. General domestic skills, especially those having to do with cleanliness and order. Paramed/first aider/ nurse (studied under Dove). Cards, spins, and is an excellent seamstress. Does embroidery and sings in the Choral Society; enjoys group dancing. Calm, patient, no-nonsense compassionate, good at remembering procedures and with a minor obsession with cleanliness. Doesn't panic in a crisis as long as there is something definite to do about it. Not imaginative, creative or intuitive, but has an exact, precise memory. Quietly but firmly devoted to the ideals and beliefs of New Hope, to Tawno and their family. Respectful of authority but will not hesitate to dissent or correct when she feels it necessary. Clearance: Margaret Dean
Stick VII (birthname Peranne): F, H - sandy brown, E - blue. Daughter of Stick VI (Byrah) and Matu, b. NH 20. Mate of Eten Ax, mother of Leroni Stick and Duele Stick (and possibly others). Hereditary leader of the Tribe without Name, Elder of Greenwillow as of NH (?). Good leadership and general survival skills; noted baker (her sharpspice cookies are all but legendary). Practical, levelheaded, forthright and outgoing without losing some measure of chiefly reserve. Clearance: Ree Moorhead Pruehs
Tawno Rock: M, H - medium brown/grey, E - brown. Son of Jetsam I (aka Mawna) and Rock III (both D), b. NH 14; uncle of Jetsam II (Matalu), Tesho Stick, and Aluli Jetsam. Husband of Lera Bird (D) and Muryani of Greenwillow, father of Tulera, Eden, and others. Boatbuilder, woodworker, sailor and fisher. A mainstay of the Choral Society's bass section and an excellent storyteller. A large, quiet, gentle, serious man, devoted to his family and clan. Slow to anger, but rage against the Stinkers, who killed his first wife (pregnant with their first child) runs deep in him; apart from that he is kindly and generous. Not a quick thinker, likes to take things slowly. Honest and straightforward. Slow, deliberate and thorough when it comes to craftwork. Is quite comfortable not talking, tends to fade into the background in a group unless called on for a tale or song. Clearance: Margaret Dean
Temek: M. Young man killed by Nennali in NH 7.
Terren: M, H - grey/black, E - black. Son of Trika and Dubyk, b. NH 14; husband of Arista Fire (as of NH 30), close friend of Sherron and Kaidyn. He and Arista have ten children. Skilled weaver, also constructs and repairs looms; sometimes helps with boatbuilding. Enjoys social dancing. A quiet person, seldom saying more than one sentence at a time. A steady, dependable worker from an early age. Considered utterly average by everyone, including himself, his sudden marriage to Arista was a surprise to all concerned. An excellent father, calm and capable in the face of his “multitude.”
Trika: F, H - black going to grey, E - brown. Daughter of Gael (of the Golden Torc) and Nye (of the Weaver's service), b. NH -13. Household Elder from NH 10 - NH 65. Has outlived three husbands as of NH 50 (Ariit, Dubyk, and Barac Stick), but is still a merry widow. Chatelaine of Greenwillow Household; has a wide variety of household management skills, but spends far more time teaching and supervising than doing the physical work. Runs Greenwillow with an iron fist in a silken glove (occasionally an iron glove). Weaving is a relaxation, and she will continue weaving till the end of her life. Practical, a hard worker. Dedicated to her Household and the dream of New Hope. A woman of strong moral principles and values. A perfectionist, orderly, an excellent organizer. Thrifty, careful, and cautious, with a tendency toward “packrat” behavior. Reserved; prefers to react coolly and does not find it easy to express deep feeling aloud. A great wife, a wonderful mother, and a good friend. D. NH 65. Clearance: Ree Moorhead Pruehs
Circa NH 50:
Fire II: F. Mother of Galen, Kand, and Fire III. Wife of Cedmir Ax.
Fire III: M, Brother of Galen and Kand.
Galen Fire: M, NH 36 - 132. H - Black, E - Brown. Son of Fire II and Cedmir Ax. Brother of Fire III, Kand Fire (both male), husband of Ax III (Quatoya), father of Ralarien (M), Vilana (F), Kineara (F), Ernos (M), Torence (M), Lanier (M). Best friend of Stenos Fire. Pleasant, infectious smile. Very handsome, and not just by human standards. Has one of those "reaches a certain age and stays there" sorts of looks--does not perceptably change until his late eighties. Skilled seaman, fisherman, good with his hands; carving, rope weaving, etc. Galen spent the early part of his life goofing off, which lead to adults landing on him like a ton of bricks when he reached the age of 16 or so. He apprenticed to Raventongue for several years, before finding his calling on shipboard. Galen is not brilliant, but he is clever, and quick, and a very pleasant, all-around engaging person to be with. People like him, and in turn, he likes people; he is generous and giving of himself and his time, outgoing, friendly, and eager. A loving husband and father. Clearance: Kathy R. Coleman
Kand Fire: M, brother of Galen and Fire III.
Schim, M. b. NH 55. Son of Epel, father of Twen.
Stenos Fire: M, H: Strawberry blond, curly, short bangs. Cut short, cap of curls; as he grows older, hairline recedes noticably, hair turns white starting at temples then back. E: Blue. 5'7" tall. b/d 35 - 93. Parents: Tautis Fire, mother; Beaudin Stick, father; married to Duele Leaf, no children. Originally of the Tribe Without Name/Greenwillow household, born in New Hope, moved to Tower Mountain. Apprentice to Nez, 52 - 56; Journeyman musician, music teacher, 56-62; Master Musician, Composer, Teacher, instrument maker, 62-93. Plays any and all stringed instruments; master level on the kitar, gitar, kither, and lyre. Also proficient on various percussion instruments. Also makes instruments, specializing in drums, but very good with stringed instruments, as well. Excellent with instrument design and general construction. Stenos was a dismal failure at everything he turned his hands to, and no matter how hard he tried, he came up short again and again--until people began noticing his music. When Nez noticed it, he asked Stenos and his wife to come to the Tower, and Stenos accepted.
C. NH 60-80:
Csilla: F, wife of Ralarian, mother of Harel, Raephan, Varian.
Ernos (M), Son of Galen and Ax III.
Kineara (F), Daughter of Galen and Ax III.
Lanier (M). Son of Galen and Ax III, father of Stenos (Jr.)
Ralarian (Ax IV): M, H: Brown, long, on the curly side, generally held in a tight braid or bound up in a ponytail. E: Brown. '10" tall. b/d 54 - 126. Parents: Galen, father; Ax (Quatoya), mother; siblings: Vilana (F), Kineara (F), Ernos (M), Torence (M), Lanier (M). Married to Csilla, children Harel (M), Raephan (M), Varian (M). Sailor/fisherman/whaler. Determined, strong, fiercely loyal, a born leader; intelligent, single-minded, a devoted husband and father. Starts turning grey sometime in his mid-forties and remains salt-and-pepper for most of the rest of his life.
Torence (M), Son of Galen and Ax III.
Vilana (F), Daughter of Galen and Ax III.
C. NH 90-110:
Harel: M, son of Csilla and Ralarian.
Raephan: M, son of Csilla and Ralarian.
Stenos (Jr.): M, son of Lanier
Twen, F. b. NH 95. Daughter of Schim, mother of Bura.
Varian: M, son of Csilla and Ralarian.
C. NH 160:
Bura, M. b. NH 140. Son of Twen, father of Stitel.
C. NH 200:
Leeno: M, Figured largely in a scandalous Council case in NH 243 wherein he accused Shenaya Sea Runner of deliberately leaving his grandson’s boat unmoored in a storm after the grandson refused to marry her, leading indirectly to the grandson’s death.
Circa NH 240:
Stitel, F. NH 208-? H - black, E - Blue. Daughter of Bura. Household & Council Elder. Gardening, household management, making jellies and preserves, assisted with some experiments in agricultural development. A mostly practical woman who enjoys the satisfaction of a job well-done. The only things she likes more is putting a smile on someone's face, and enjoying a good couple of pots of tea with a friend. Tends toward packrat behavior, unwilling to discard anything -- "We might need that someday". She values loyalty and compassion. Hates to argue, but has no qualms about listening carefully and then attempting to gently persuade. Her first instinct is to find a compromise, to reach a consensus. Clearance: Gene Breshears
Circa NH 290:
Eloie: F, Household Elder
Flaya Stick: F, Household Elder
Gerd: M, Household Elder
Rikka: F, H - Dark brown, E - Blue. Herbalist, apprentice of Dove.
Shaydin: F, Household Elder
Threetail Household
Circa NH 240:Janji: F, Household Elder.
Springreach Household
Leaf III (birth name Rhityr): M, H - blond, E - dark blue. Married to Vonya Sunwing as of NH 31, adoptive father of her son by Sherron Firewing and father of Rayni (later Leaf IV). Ardent farmer/ agriculturalist and excellent cook. Strongly attracted to older and pregnant women. Has a glorious baritone voice, but refuses to perform; prefers to sing just for fun (and to take outrageous liberties with song lyrics). Makes it his business to get personally involved with his clan; when normal etiquette won't get things done, he can turn into a real tyrant.
Clearance: Ree Moorhead PruehsShayzi: F, H - salt and pepper, E - chestnut. Daughter of Tezi and Aharek, b. NH 16; mate of Yusu, mother of Rehazi, Orey, Shaylem, and Duur. Household Elder from NH <?> - NH 40 (?). Weaver, midwife. Eminently practical and methodical, a “big sister” to whoever needs one. Not intentionally nosy but tends to psych people out. Has no unreasonable expectations of herself or others; meets the goals she chooses to set, will not go back on a promise and expects others to do likewise. D. NH 40 (?).
Vonya Sunwing: F, H - brown/bronze, E - dark. A former slave of the Stinkers, she bore a daughter, Chenka, to the man whose concubine she was; at New Hope, after her rescue, she married Leaf III of the Tribe without Name, who is adoptive father to her son (sired, at her request, by Sherron Firewing) and father to her daughter Rayni (aka Leaf IV). Among her birthtribe, Vonya is a shamaness; she has empathic abilities (receiving and projecting) as well as spiritual herbalism skills. Also knows farming and some forestry theory. Was instrumental in establishing the spiritual retreat on Gull Island, with the help of Piet and Bone; Kaidyn of Risingmist is her apprentice.
Yusu: H - black, E - mahogany. Son of Yesaya and Duur, b. NH -14; mate of Shayzi, father of Rehazi, Orey, Shaylem, and Duur. Household Elder from NH 2 - NH 30. Fieldworker, drummer. A follower of the Lovebringer and a friend of Geibryl before the founding of New Hope; he and Geibryl are practically soulbrothers. Driven and intense about all aspects of his work; subject to rapid mood swings. When relaxed is much less effusive, more introspective and deliberate. Bluntly honest in a way that borders on tactlessness, but this also means he exhibits affection and gives praise only when it is heartfelt. D. NH 30.
Circa NH 20:
Duur: M, son of Yusu and Shayzi
Orey: M, son of Yusu and Shayzi
Rehazi: F, Daughter of Yusu and Shayzi
Shaylem: M, son of Yusu and Shayzi
Circa NH 230:
Dehazi: F, wife of Jellam. Woodworker & Household Elder.
Jellam: M, husband of Dehazi. Cook & Household Elder.
Kaftcha: F, Horse trainer.
Circa NH 290
Ennoli: F, Household Elder. A speaker at Rahirah’s trial.
Dorak: M, Household Elder
Foxlair Household
Donn: M, H - black, E - brown. Son of Roo (Sr.) and Terel, mate of Nella, father of Rey and Roo (Jr.), adoptive father of Hejong, Kim, and Mija. Quiet and friendly, calm, easy-natured and outgoing in temperament. A very skilled leatherworker.Hejong: F, H - black, E - brown. Adopted daughter of Nella and Donn, originally of the Redrock Valley Mraal. Slightly mentally retarded. Slow- witted but very motherly, childish in many of her actions. Frightened of horses, but otherwise marvelous with animals. The Household shepherdess.
Kim: M, H - black, E - brown. Adopted son of Nella and Donn, originally of the Redrock Valley Mraal. A quiet, uncommunicative young man, very intelligent. Dependable, strong worker.
Mija: F, H - ?, E - ?. Adopted daughter of Nella and Donn, originally of the Redrock Valley Mraal. Suffers from mild cerebral palsy; can't walk very well. Clever as all get out, manipulative.
Nella: F, H - Irish red, E - blue. Originally from an “Outside” tribe. Wife of Donn, mother of Rey and Roo (Jr.), adoptive mother of Hejong, Kim, and Mija. Clever, not physically strong, a domestic with a fiery temper. Manages the human section of Foxlair with an iron spoon. An excellent cook, and a neat-freak.
Rey: M, H - light brown, E - blue-grey. Son of Nella and Donn, b. NH 30; brother of Roo (Jr.), adoptive brother of Hejong, Kim, and Mija. Very clever with his hands and enormously inventive. Very ambitious, especially when it comes to the prosperity of Foxlair. Known for his wild but often workable schemes to improve the Household.
Roo (Jr.): F, H - light auburn, E - blue-grey. Daughter of Nella and Donn, b. NH 32; sister of Rey, adoptive sister of Hejong, Kim, and Mija. Primary skills are with horses; excellent rider. Likes to cook. Good with animals, spends most of her time with the stock. Proficient with bow and sling when hunting. Good dancer, good singing voice, though nothing spectacular. A mostly self-confident young woman, dedicated to her Household, friends and family. A hard worker. Somewhat stubborn. Easily caught up in her own concerns, must sometimes be reminded of the Real World outside.
Roo (Sr.): F. H - Brown, E - Brown. Wife of Terel, mother of Donn, others. Born in the Redrock Valley, where she was considered to be of low bakhan due to a scarred face and family troubles. Suffered an abusive childhood; was saved by Iys and Chimreh from committing suicide and became Iys’s personal servant. Eventually married Terel and moved to New Hope with Iys. Reserved and shy. Has great endurance an inner strength.
Terel: M, H - Dark brown, E- Brown, flecked with amber. 6' tall. b/d -27 through 51. Born in the Red Rock Valley, worked in the kitchens for a year, then was assigned personal servant to Nez. Went to New Hope with the original settlers. Very unkept-looking and shaggy hair; wears a headband to keep it from falling into his eyes. Wears a neatly trimmed beard and moustache for most of his life. Starts turning white around his 50th year, by the time he's 60, it's pure white. Married to Roo, children Donn (M), others. Strong, intelligent, quick-thinking, loyal. Friendly, open, good sense of humor, quick to smile, enjoys life. Forgiving, tender, gentle, good father, acknowledged patriarch of the human families of Foxlair in his lifetime and some while after.
C. NH 200:
Cosson Ax: M, father of Vekor
Tera Ax: F, mother of Vekor
Circa NH 230:
Artanis: M. H - brown, long, straight, worn in a ponytail. E - Green. b/d 202 - 274, Elder, horse/dog trainer, 5'11" tall. Thin, rangy; all arms and legs. Long, thin face, an almost emaciated appearance; looks "weathered," even when he's young. Features never really change through his life. Parents Ayrika and Vekor Ax Foxlair, siblings: Vela, (F), Dunlon (M), Jory (M), Keealya (F). Married to Natesha Trailingstar. Numerous children. Quiet, quirky, friendly; has a wry sense of humor and gets away with practical jokes that no one pins on him. Enjoys singing and dancing.
Ayrika: F, H- light brown, worn long, in a smooth braid. E - blue-grey. b/d 185 - 261. Daughter of Toyro Stick of Greenwillow and Kaura Risingmist. Wife of Vekor Ax of Foxlair. Mother of Artanis, Vela, Wylon, Jory, Keealya. Head cook/Elder of Foxlair. Does cooking, embroidery, knitting, crochet, often helps in the tannery. She grows herbs that are perfect and is endlessly proud of them. Ayrika is warm, friendly, curious, a trifle "scholarly." She has her ways and the household is hers, and has been since her mother died a few years before the Hostage Crisis. She is quick and active, smart, and humorous. She enjoys life to its fullest, making the most of her days. She loves her husband and their children, and is tremendously proud of them and the household. She is the household cook, medic, mother, and friend--she keeps everything running with smooth, tidy efficiency. Clearenace: Kathy R. Coleman
Hialea: F. H - Sandy brown, E - Green. B. NH 226. Born in Trailingstar. Some TWON ancestry. Wife of Jory, mother of Kiryea.
Jory: M. H - brown, E - blue-grey. 5'10" tall. Son of Vekor and Ayrika. Siblings: Artanis (M), Vela (F), Dunlon (M), Keealya (F). b/d 224 - 289, horse trainer, dog breeder. Married to Hialea Trailingstar (d. 254), father of Kiryea (F). Re-married to Aquene in 255. Handsome, outgoing, vibrant, interested in everything; very open-hearted, gentle, kindly.
Keealya: F. Daughter of Vekor and Ayrika.
Kiryea: F. H - Light brown, E - Hazel. Daughter of Jory and Hialea.
Natesha: F, wife of Artanis. Originally from Trailingstar.
Vekor: M, H - Dirty blonde, E - Pale green. b/d 175 - 258. 5'11" tall. Son of Cosson and Tera Ax, husband of Ayrika, father of Artanis, Vela, Wylon, Jory, & Keealya. Horse trainer and dog trainer. Works in the tannery. Silent, but not taciturn--deadpan sense of humor and a quirky manner; loves his family and his household with a deep sense of pride and affection. Good with animals and kids, generally friendly and good-hearted, likes good music and dancing (although not long on grace, will always join in). Loves his wife passionately. Doesn't speak unless necessary, and defers to his wife in matters of the daily household running, but his brief word is law in the fields and the gardens. Holds his position as Foxlair elder and his post as Ax Clan Head with a grave sense of duty and purpose, and takes his job very seriously. Clearance: Kathy R. Coleman
Vela: F. Daughter of Vekor and Ayrika.
Wylon: M. Son of Vekor and Ayrika.
Circa NH 250:
Tolurri: See Startide
Varan: M, second husband of Tolurri, father of Akin, Harrin, and Wil.
Circa NH 270:
Akin: M, son of Tolurri and Varan.
Harrin: M, son of Tolurri and Varan. Household Elder.
Wil: M, son of Tolurri and Varan.
C. NH 290:
Luja: F, Household Elder. Stinker ancestry (that’s “The People” to you, bub.)
Risingmist Household
Eden: F, H - dark sable brown, E - brown. Daughter of Muryani of Greenwillow and Tawno Rock, b. NH 36. Mated to Vanjir as of NH 52; later divorces him and takes a human husband. Does hand weaving (nets, hammocks, shawls, baskets, chairs), cording, spinning. Nimble fingered and a competent rider. Demure, gentle, dainty (but not delicate), quiet, tidy, patient. Not shy but never gregarious or assertive. Easily cowed by the slightest aggression aimed her way. Never argues (though very likely to disagree within her own mind and go off quietly to do as she pleases anyway). In an emergency or when otherwise under pressure, does what is necessary in a quiet, competent way. Tends to bring out protective instincts.Kaidyn: F, H - white, E - cinnamon. Niece of Merissa, mate of Sherron Firewing, mother of Sukana. Fisher and sailor, with many related skills (swimming, diving, net mending, fish gutting); also paints and draws designs for the Household pottery. Shamanistic apprentice to Vonya Sunwing. Born in NH 19, Kaidyn lost her parents to a deathstorm and was raised by her aunt Merissa. A pretty girl with a delightful disposition; treats everyone with the same casual, cheery affability. Enjoys anything having to do with the water.
Merissa: F, H - ?, E - ? Sister of Cheanta (D), aunt of Kaidyn; widowed and childless. More or less runs the household. Keeps track of what supplies are stored, how many of what, and in what condition everything is in. Sees to it that the necessities of daily living are available when needed. Primary cook. Served first Dantum and then Wyn in the Tower; followed Wyn to New Hope. Raised Kaidyn since her parents' death in NH 19, and is very protective of her.
Sherron Firewing: M, H - deep auburn, E - red brown. Son of Ria and Dalkan, mate of Kaidyn, father of Sukana. A fighter/warrior, also knows first aid and hunting/survival skills. Perfectly willing to attempt new things. He is part of a tribal family consisting of several branches; his branch (Firewing) is the warrior branch. A solitary journey is part of the Firewing branch's training; Sherron was traveling alone after completing his training when he arrived at New Hope. He was immediately smitten by Kaidyn, and for the first time started to think about settling down and raising a family. Sherron is the cool, calm, and collected type; knows when not to fight, and how to keep his head in a crisis or argument.
Sukana Firewing: F, H - white, E - cinnamon. Daughter of Kaidyn and Sherron Firewing, b. NH 38. Primarily a fighter/warrior, with secondary hunting/survival skills. Tri-lingual, knowing Mraal, the Wing tongue, and elvish. Follows her father's path and receives her Firewing tattoo at 17; prior to this she marries and eventually has three children. An active person, with a strong, though not forceful, personality. More a doer than a thinker. Proud of her Wing tribe ancestry, even though she has devoted her life to the New Hope way of living.
Circa NH 240:
Ailen: F, b. NH 223. Wife of Atrik, mother of Salra, Tunno, and Akimla.
Akimla: F, daughter of Ailen and Atrik.
Atrik: M, H - Dark brown, E - Brown. Arrives in New Hope around 231 from the Redrock Valley. Husband of Ailen Risingmist, father of Salra, Tunno, and Akimla. General outdoors and survival skills. Tracking, wilderness navigation, care of horses and oxen, wagon-driving. Works the caravan route from New Hope to the Tower. A good negotiator and trader. Excellent memory for faces. Learns to write (in Cuendee's script) late in life but started too late to be really good at it. Quiet, hard-working man with an understated sense of humor. He is always ready to listen to all sides of an argument, though he seldom gives voice to his own opinions. He never addresses an elf by name if he can avoid it, but otherwise gives little evidence of his origins. Because he's such a good listener, he tends to give the impression that he's told you as much about himself as you've told him about you. He doesn't volunteer information about his past, but is willing to answer questions (up to a point) if asked. Becomes a follower of Saranna Risingmist c. NH 235. Clearance: Barb Cummings
Salra: M, son of Atrik and Ailen.
Saranna: F, H- ? E -? Spearheads a movement to get Peysol of the Council some years after the Hostage Crisis. Believes that New Hope elves, especially those born in the Tower, still consider humans second-class citizens. Clearance: Cyndy Haywood
Tunno: M, son of Atrik and Ailen.
Circa NH 260:
Jemma: See Startide
Circa 290:
Dorien: F, Household Elder
Edon: M, Household Elder. A careful, concientious man, rather dry and academic but respected for his integrity and fairness. Council mediator during Rahirah’s trial.
Lequeli: F, Household Elder.
Ravoy: M, Household Elder. Responsible for Kuvaal during his period of service.
Royan: M, tracker, scout, some warrior training. Acted as a guard during Rahirah’s trial.
Tejo Leaf: M.
Telo: M, tracker, scout, some warrior training. Acted as a guard during Rahirah’s trial.
Trolldelving Household
Sea Runner Household
Founders:Tesho Stick: M, H - black, E - brown. Son of Mayrina Jetsam and Bevin Stick (both D), brother of Aluli Jetsam of Greenwillow; grandson of Jetsam I (Mawna), cousin of Jetsam II (Matalu). Skilled in sealore and boating, fishing, swimming and diving. Currently apprenticed to Calypso. Sings in the Choral Society, loves to dance. High diving and other water sports are favorites. An outgoing, friendly, breezy, brash and uncomplicated young man. Signed on with Calypso just for the hell of it and because it looked like a good way to better his seafaring skills, and was rather shocked when “Auntie May” (Flotsam) decided to come with him. He is rather protective of her. Clearance: Margaret Dean
Missa Leaf : F, b. NH 2, light brown hair & hazel eyes. Even-tempered & efficient. She becomes the Chatelaine of Sea Runner, organizing the housekeeping & day-to-day maintenance of the Household. She has no interest in the sea-faring aspects of the Household at all. Wife of Jehan Leaf, mother of Jenna Leaf.
Jehan Leaf : M, b. NH -2, dark brown hair, brown eyes, wears a full beard. Very tall & broad. A gentle giant. He is perfectly content to enforce his wife's dictates & raise their daughter. He has taken up sail-weaving to earn his keep in the Household. Doesn't talk much, but when he does he has a wicked sense of humor. Is capable of biting sarcasm & perfect timing.
Jenna Leaf: F, b. NH 24, medium brown hair, hazel eyes. Daughter of Missa & Jehan Leaf Daddy's little darling, she has him wrapped around her little finger & she knows it. As she grows older, she becomes interesting in the sea-faring aspects of the house. Pearl-diver & harvester of kelp. She crews on the boats, but has no interest in building or captaining one of her own. Loves surfboarding.
Willim Fire: M, b. NH 11, curly red hair and bright green eyes. His fair skin freckles & burns, but it doesn't keep him from enjoying the beach & water sports. He is in charge of the kitchens at Sea Runner. He also assists Missa with the stores. Has the occasional mood swing when he'll spend half a month or more bemoaning his fate. Is looking for a nice young man to settle down with.
Tawnee Axe: F, b. NH 17, golden blond hair, blue eyes. Possible heir to the Axe clan, she was warned that her lack of discipline would stand against her. She joined Sea Runner with the hopes that an apprenticeship with Calypso would work toward correcting this. Earning the right to be Axe is her driving goal in life. Birth mother of Maarli.
Zigan: M, exact birthdate unknown, but in his late teens c. NH 30. cocoa-colored skin, kinky dark brown hair, brown eyes. He generally wears his hair in waist-length dreadlocks. (The ends tend to be more red than brown). Son of a Stinker, he is very sensitive about his background. Sullen and morose, fears he will live down to his DNA. Introverted and reclusive, he associates with the Sea Runners exclusively until after he gets involved with Pearl. Father of Maarli. Dies as the result of a surfing accident at the age of 40.
Circa NH 40:
Maarli: M, b. NH ?? Caramel-colored skin, dark auburn hair that streaks to red-gold. Son of Zigan and Tawnee Axe, adopted son of Pearl. A lover, not a fighter. A risk-taker – whether in sports or relationships. A water baby, he adores anything to do with the sea. An extreme surfer. He got his father's share of Joie de Vivre as well as his own.
Circa NH 240:
Shenaya: F. Figured largely in a scandalous Council case wherein Leeno Greenwillow accused her of deliberately leaving his grandson’s boat unmoored in a storm after the grandson refused to marry her, leading indirectly to the grandson’s death.
Circa NH 290:
Emelle: F
Raasta: M, Household Elder. A pacifist with a very strict interpretation of New Hope’s beliefs; will stick to his moral code come hell or high water.
Startide Household
Founders:Rose: F, H - light brown, worn long and straight-smooth, worn tied into a simple knot at the back of her head. E - Brown. b/d 218 - 290, born in Trailingstar, one of the founding members of Startide. Chief cook of Startide. 5'2" tall. "Quite a looker." She was considered "quite a catch" in her younger days. Very pretty face and eyes. Married to Dunlon Foxlair (Startide), children: Conlin "Red" (M), Russi (F), Tolurri (F), Ileia (F), Sheyla (F), Keliora (F), Kalana (F), Canda (F). Vibrant, somewhat flirtatious in her youth; as an adult, a solid, respectable woman, wife, and mother. One of the matriarchs of Startide. Everyone's "mother." She is motherly, kind, generous, stern, smart, an "eyes in the back of her head" sort.
Dunlon: (ne Foxlair), M, H - light auburn, E - green, 6' tall. b/d 213 - 284, born in Foxlair to Ayrika and Vekor Foxlair. Siblings: Artanis (M), Vela (F), Jory (M), and Keealya (F). Elder, pier supervisor, pearl expert, dog breeder. Married to Rose, father of Conlin "Red" (M), Russi (F), Tolurri (F), Ileia (F), Sheyla (F), Keliora (F), Kalana (F), Canda (F). Opinionated, strong-willed, stern, but possessed of a good sense of humor and an easy-going nature most of the time; has definite ideas about how to run the business of Startide as a business, and when at work is always completely focused on what he's going.
Circa NH 230:
Canda: F, daughter of Rose and Dunlon.
Cassarra aka "Cassie": (ne Trailingstar), F, H - Black, E - brown, 5'1" tall. b/d 237 - 315. Born in Trailingstar, marries Red Startide in 252. Mother of Yehlen (M), Bara (F), and Deni (M). Seamstress, clothing-maker, one of the household traders. Shrewd, quick-thinking, very busy and active, always thinking about "the next thing on the agenda." Very much a businesswoman, she always has the good of the household in mind when on trading missions. Very much in charge of her family.
Conlin aka "Red": M, H - Red, E - Brown, 6' tall. b/d 234 - 303, born in Foxlair to Rose and Dunlon, moved to Startide in 236, when he was two years old. Siblings: Russi (F), Tolurri (F), Ileia (F), Sheyla (F), Keliora (F), Kalana (F), and Canda (F); only son of family. Slender, long-limbed build. Married to Cassie (Cassarra) Trailingstar, father of Yehlen (M), Bara (F), Deni (M). Pearl diver, sorter. Excellent swimmer. Best friend/"blood-brother" of Yalon "Wildrider." Quiet, unassuming, quirky, friendly, occasionally impractical, a teaser, good sense of humor; enjoys music, dancing, and singing. Becomes an Elder in Startide when his father dies; has a clear vision of what he wants, but goes about it in a very relaxed manner. Never in a hurry.
Delen: M, third husband of Tolurri.
Iliea: F, daughter of Rose and Dunlon.
Kalana: F, daughter of Rose and Dunlon.
Keliora: F, daughter of Rose and Dunlon.
Russi: F, daughter of Rose and Dunlon.
Sheyla: F, daughter of Rose and Dunlon.
Tolurri: (ne Trailingstar, ne Foxlair), F, H - Golden brown, E - hazel; fair complexion; like her mother, a "great beauty." b/d 239 - 328. Born in Startide to Rose and Dunlon. Siblings: "Red" (M), Russi, Ileia, Sheyla, Keliora, Kalana, and Candra (all F). Married to Torv Trailingstar from 256 - 261, bore two daughters, Nelia and Lesia before his death; married a second time to Varan Foxlair from 263 - 283; they had three sons, Wil, Akin, and Harrin; then to Delen Startide from 285 - 308. Vivacious, energetic, intelligent, insightful, a bit of a tease, a flirt, friendly, outgoing; tried her hand in numerous jobs and crafts but truly excels at none of them--pulls her weight, but always seems to want something more from life. A good singer/actress; really loves singing with the choir.
Circa NH 260:
Bara: F, daughter of Red and Cassie.
Deni: M, son of Red and Cassie.
Jemma: F, originally from Risingmist. Wife of Yehlen, mother of Lajila.
Yehlen: M, b/d 254 - 325. Born in Startide to Red and Cassie. Siblings Bara (F) and Deni (M). H: Black, E: Green. Married to Jemma Risingmist, father of Lajila (F), others. Pearl diver, sailor, fisherman, whaler; plays drums, sticks, other percussion for relaxation, pearl sorter. Cheerful, weather-beaten face, generally always smiling. Quick to laughter. "Street-smart," sharp on the uptake, good story-teller. Very respectful of the sea and all its power. Good friend to Chimreh.
Circa NH 290:
Lajila: F, H - Auburn, E - Brown. b/d 292 - ? Born in Startide to Yehlen and Jemma. Siblings: several. Good friend to Yalon "Wildrider." Minor historian; learns writing (of whatever kind) to keep track of families of Startide, and keeps charts on parchments. Uses the elves shamelessly to get information on family members as far back as they care to remember. Intensely curious about the past, how people have moved, from where, and why, and desperately wants to see the Red Rock Valley (mostly because she's not allowed to). Usually thoughtful and distracted-appearing; works as a net-mender because it gives her a chance to think.
Others (i.e. Household undecided, don't belong to one, visitors, etc.)
Lars: M, H - light blond, E - light blue. Arrives in New Hope c. NH 130 from a northern human tribe (possibly a Zhorn village?) Very fair, does not freckle or tan. Sunburns easily and well. Has a definite accent to New Hope ears. Husband of Silverglance Many Houses, a she troll from the Bitter Springs kingdom. Runs the largest of New Hope’s guesthouses. Excellent short order and army cook, gardener, small animal caretaker, housekeeper, general handyman, bouncer, diplomat, patient person. Friendly, cheerful, bluff, hearty; in short an excellent host. Intelligent, with an excellent memory. Very protective of Silverglance. Can be contrary and stubborn, with a temper that had both a delayed fuse and a hair trigger. Very much in love with Silverglance and would not hear anything against her, though not unaware of her faults. Lars and Silverglance's marriage lasted until Lars' death by violence and Silverglance's abduction by her previous six husbands. Clearance: Ann StrattonNgeryashin: F, H - black, E - black. B. NH 34. A member of the Shigyeveth, visits New Hope along with Cuendee from NH 51 - 55 (?), staying in Foxlair Household. Possibly clairvoyant (or maybe she's just a good guesser), does some divination. Very skilled rider (as are all her tribe), knows animal care and general survival skills. Has extensive knowledge of Shigyeveth history, legends, and lore. Good at languages (speaks fluent TwN dialect, some elvish), psyching people out, bargaining. Knows Cuendee's writing system. Also does beadwork and backstrap weaving; picks up macrame at New Hope. Likes storytelling, gambling. A junior priestess of the Star Woman, Ngeryashin is visiting New Hope for a few years in order to broaden her experience of people. Bright, open to new experiences, gets along well with people. Has no desire to adopt a new way of life, but intrigued by others' differences. Self-assured and self-possessed, aware of a future position of leadership. Enjoys fun and games, especially fond of jokes. (Those that translate, that is.) Clearance: Margaret Dean
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