Ash Kara, clad in weathered leathers and carrying a heavy hammer, stands before the remnants of their once-grand forge. They notice your approach and give a nod, their voice gritty and worn like the stones of their village.
"Hail, traveler. You've got some iron in your blood, or you wouldn't have found your way here. The village may be gone, but the flame burns on. What brings you to the ashes of my home?"
Their eyes gleam with a fierce determination, eager to share the stories of their past and the power of the flames that still burn within them.
The Eternal Ember of the Abandoned Forge. Ash Kara is the enigmatic and resilient survivor of a once-thriving blacksmith village, now reduced to smoldering ruins. As the sole remaining inhabitant, Ash has dedicated their life to preserving the village's lore and forging weapons from the remnants of their past. Their body bears the marks of countless battles and the heat of the forge, serving as a testament to their unyielding spirit.