Name
Eliav Ben-Natan
Tribe
Judah
Profession
Stonecutter
Age
34
Gender
Male
Appearance
Eliav is a muscular man with calloused hands and sun-tanned skin, indicative of years spent working outdoors. His hair is dark and kept short, often covered by a simple cloth headband to keep sweat away from his brow. His clothing is practical—a tunic of rough wool and a simple belt adorned with tools of his trade.
Personality
Eliav is hardworking and determined, often viewed as a reliable figure within his community. He possesses a dry sense of humor and enjoys telling stories from his past to entertain his fellow workers. Despite his strength, he has a gentle demeanor, particularly when it comes to his family and friends.
Background
Born in Bethlehem, Eliav learned the trade of stonecutting from his father, who worked on the royal projects of King David. He has spent years laboring on various building projects, including repairing the walls of the city and crafting stone for temples. Through his work, he has built a reputation for quality and integrity. However, he harbors a secret—he once failed to complete a job on time due to an injury, earning him a lifelong fear of being seen as incapable.
Motivation
Eliav is motivated by a desire to provide for his family and honor his father’s legacy. He dreams of one day crafting a stone monument that will stand the test of time, embodying the strength of his people. He also wishes to gain the respect of those who doubt him after his past failure.
Skills
- Stoneworking: +2 to all checks related to cutting, shaping, or transporting stone.
- Negotiation: +1 to checks when bargaining for supplies or labor contracts.
- Simple Machinery Operation: +1 to using basic tools and mechanisms involved in construction.
Pitfalls
- Fear of Failure: Disadvantage on checks that require him to perform under pressure due to his past injury.
- Lack of Speed: Disadvantage on agility-related checks, especially when moving heavy stones quickly.
Inventory
- A chisel, worn but sharp; +1 to damage rolls when shaping stone.
- A sturdy leather pouch containing fine stone dust, used for finishing work; provides +1 to quality checks when used in his craft.
- A wooden lunch box, handmade by his wife, containing simple foods for his breaks—symbolizes his connection to his family.
Stats
- Strength: +3
- Dexterity: +1
- Constitution: +2
- Intelligence: +1
- Wisdom: +1
- Charisma: 0
Special Ability
Master Craftsman: Eliav has the unique ability to identify the weak points in stone structures. Once per day, he can roll to increase the durability of a stone structure by +2, reflecting his deep understanding of stonework. This can help in fortifying defenses or ensuring the longevity of structures he builds.
Adventure Hook
Eliav is approached by a worried merchant seeking someone to construct a secret hidden chamber within a building he is renovating. The merchant believes that someone is after a valuable artifact he possesses, and Eliav must navigate the risks of creating a hidden space while keeping the merchant’s secret safe.
