Bryn Murden

In the mystical heart of Hollowbury, where the ancient and the modern intertwine like the roots of the Yggdrasil tree, resides Bryn Murden, a human enigma wrapped in the cloak of innovation. His arrival in the year 657, alongside the cryptic Zriek, marked the beginning of a new chapter in the city's storied history, one where the boundaries of magic and science are not just crossed but melded.

Bryn, a master of his craft, navigates the precarious path between two worlds. His expertise in fusing the arcane with the mechanical has earned him a reputation that oscillates between reverence and suspicion. In a city where magic pulses through the veins of the streets, his inventions are whispers of a possible future, a future where the dichotomy of technology and sorcery is but a relic of the past.

The Golden Gear, a symbol of peace from the Icriba Empire, stands at the center of Bryn's tale. In his hands, this artifact transcends its physical form, becoming a beacon of hope and a harbinger of change. Yet, its disappearance under his guardianship casts a long, ominous shadow over his intentions and his legacy. This event, shrouded in mystery, adds a layer of intrigue and foreboding to his narrative, raising questions that echo through the cobblestone streets of Hollowbury.

Bryn's journey is not a solitary one. His assistant, Zriek, is a figure of equal intrigue, their partnership a fusion of minds that challenges the status quo. Together, they represent the potential for a new era in Hollowbury, an era where the lines between spellcraft and science blur into obscurity.

Yet, for all his brilliance, Bryn Murden remains a figure on the fringes, a testament to the city's complex relationship with its own evolving identity. His story is a tapestry woven with threads of innovation and tradition, progress and caution, acceptance and fear. It is a reflection of Hollowbury itself, a city at the crossroads of time, grappling with the echoes of its past and the whispers of its future.

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Quirks, Flaws, or Secrets:

Bryn compulsively documents every detail of his work, often losing track of time and surroundings while scribbling in his numerous notebooks.
He cannot resist the urge to tinker with any mechanical device he encounters, sometimes leading to awkward or troublesome situations.
He has a peculiar fashion sense, often wearing mismatched clothes or accessories that have hidden compartments for tools or components.
He is obsessed with punctuality and timekeeping, often getting agitated if his schedule is disrupted or if he perceives time being wasted.

Rumors:

Some speculate that 'Bryn Murden' is not his real name, and he assumed this identity after fleeing from his homeland under mysterious circumstances.
Some believe Bryn is secretly descended from a line of ousted royalty, living in hiding to avoid political enemies.
A spooky rumor suggests that Bryn is accompanied by a ghost, a former assistant who met an untimely end but continues to aid him from beyond.


Cover image: by MandoMc Deisigns via Midjourney

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