Aldegard

A stout male Stoneborn Dwarf Craftsman with a thick, braided beard and bright, intelligent eyes. He wears a leather apron over sturdy work clothes, with various tools hanging from his belt. His hands are calloused from years of labor, and he often has soot smudged on his face from working in the forge. Rufus carries a small notebook filled with sketches and notes about his inventions.

Rufus is inventive and passionate, often lost in thought about new techniques and designs. He is friendly and approachable, eager to share his ideas with others, but can become frustrated when faced with stubbornness or ignorance. His determination to innovate drives him to work tirelessly, often at the expense of his own well-being.

Rufus, a young and ambitious Stoneborn Dwarf, grew up in the shadow of the Magma Forge, where his father was a respected blacksmith. Inspired by tales of innovative techniques from distant lands, he sought to revolutionize the craft of smithery. However, his progressive ideas were met with resistance from the traditionalist lead blacksmith, Thorolf, who viewed Rufus as a threat to the old ways. Determined to prove himself, Rufus has been secretly experimenting with new methods and materials, hoping to gain the support of the other smiths and eventually challenge Thorolf for leadership of the forge.