Ashes of the First Flame

A stout female gnome with perpetually grease-stained fingers and oversized goggles perched precariously on her nose. Her brown hair is often pulled back in a practical bun, escaping in wisps around her determined face. She wears a sturdy leather apron filled with tools, gears, and half-finished contraptions, and is often accompanied by a small, clanking automaton that follows her around with surprising loyalty (and occasional malfunctions).

Zinnia is energetic and enthusiastic, often getting lost in her thoughts about mechanics and inventions. She can be a bit scatterbrained, but her passion for technology is infectious. She is fiercely loyal to her friends and will go to great lengths to protect them, often using her inventions to aid in their adventures. Her rapid-fire speech can be overwhelming, but it reflects her excitement and intelligence.

Zinnia grew up in a small gnome enclave, where her fascination with machines and gadgets was nurtured by her family of inventors. After the world was shattered, she took it upon herself to explore the remnants of the old world, believing that the secrets of lost technology could help rebuild society. With her trusty automaton by her side, she travels the land, seeking out ancient blueprints and components to create new wonders from the ashes of the past.