The Shattered Seas

A tall, rugged human with a broad chest and thick, calloused hands. His face is weathered, with deep lines etched from years spent under the sun and sea winds. He has a short, graying beard and dark brown eyes that lend him a gruff, intimidating appearance, but there’s a certain warmth in his smile for those who earn his trust. Ike often wears simple, faded clothes, and the faint scent of rum and saltwater clings to him like a second skin.

Ike is a man of few words, preferring to observe the world quietly from behind the bar of his tavern, The Driftwood. Though he’s left the violent, unpredictable world of piracy behind, he still holds a deep resentment for the Dominion, which he holds responsible for the downfall of his business and the loss of his ship. Despite his rough exterior, Ike has a soft spot for the downtrodden and outcasts, and he’s always willing to lend a hand to those in need—at least, as long as they aren’t in league with the Dominion. He has a sharp wit, a dry sense of humor, and the scars to back up his tales.

Ike Fallowbrook grew up in the bustling shipyards of Grathmoor, where his father was a master shipwright. Trained in the art of shipbuilding, Ike was once a respected craftsman, known for his ability to design fast, reliable vessels. However, his life took a drastic turn when a disastrous financial ruin caused by a corrupt Dominion official led to the loss of his business. Bitter and desperate, Ike turned to piracy, becoming a notorious pirate captain in the Outer Isles. After years of raiding, betrayal, and near-death experiences, Ike eventually left the pirate life behind, realizing the toll it had taken on him. Now, he runs a small, inconspicuous tavern in a forgotten corner of Aurelsport, catering to sailors, outcasts, and anyone with a tale to tell. Though he’s left the pirate life, the past isn’t easily forgotten—and neither are his old enemies.