Rhys Mottram, Artisan Commander
Physical Appearance
Artisan Commander Rhys Mottram is a towering gargoyle with rugged grey skin resembling weathered bedrock, deep crevices, and cracks. His angular features appear chiseled from stone, with two sets of large, curling horns erupting over a heavy brow frequently furrowed in concentration. He also has intense silver eyes.
Background
As a young hatchling, Rhys displayed exceptional patience and precision that went above and beyond the typical for exuberant gargoyle children. He was destined for artisan training at a young age due to his strict attention and calm temperament. Rhys was advanced rapidly within the artisans of his clan for inventing a proprietary alloy twice as hard as previous variations after years of studying mineral lore, forging unique tools for harvest seasons, and adorning ceremonial items. He was drawn to the Britannia-based combat service offered to gargoyles seeking citizenship with the establishment of the new Green Company chapter.
Personality Traits
Rhys talks in gravelly tones that are strangely soothing for a gigantic man seemingly chiseled from granite. He chooses his words carefully, more interested in technical details than idle chit-chat or emotional cliches. Rhys views issues through a pragmatic creation lens rather than high philosophy or idealism. He strictly adheres to existing methods until innovations significantly improve on acknowledged standards. In his trade, Rhys prefers consistency and perseverance above reckless creativity.
Behaviors & Relationships
Rhys moves with the controlled purpose of a diligent artisan, embracing camaraderie with focused experts motivated to maximize their potential through practical skill rather than idle bragging. He establishes rapport by exhibiting achievement due to rigorous standards executed with compassion. Rhys values hard-won skill that directly serves others over pedigrees that claim respect solely through social status or title.
Motivations & Goals
Rhys joined the Green Company to actively utilize years of experience in arming fighting forces, while broadening artistic horizons through collaboration with exotic associated craftspeople. He ensures the assets, and stability required for meticulous craftsmanship and higher virtues to grow among all peoples.
Complexity
Aware that upending certain traditions risks forfeiting painstakingly accumulated work and wisdom, Rhys strikes an awkward balance between sustaining venerable foundations of certainty and introducing new methodologies with caution to minimize unnecessary upheaval. He recognizes that even little shifts in long-held ideals can disrupt multiple lives in the aftermath of change.
Secrets
Painful childhood memories of well-meaning but dictatorial elders demanding rigorous compliance make Rhys wary of challenging even uncomfortable customs without sufficient proof of ethical necessity.