Junius Salmon
(a.k.a. Old Jun)
Physical Description
General Physical Condition
Body Features
Lean and sinewy, with knobby joints and long limbs.
Slight stoop in his posture, a result of years spent bending over cleaning and maintaining Guardian Solace.
Facial Features
A narrow, angular face with high cheekbones and a prominent nose.
Deep-set eyes that shine with intelligence and curiosity, though they sometimes appear weary.
Identifying Characteristics
A small scar runs diagonally across his left eyebrow, the result of an accident in his youth while cleaning Guardian Solace.
His hands are calloused and permanently ink-stained from years of handling old manuscripts and maintaining the library.
Physical quirks
Tends to tap his knuckles against hard surfaces when lost in thought.
Walks with a subtle limp, which he acquired from slipping on icy stone steps in his younger years.
Special abilities
An uncanny ability to navigate the labyrinthine halls and secret passages of Guardian Solace, even in complete darkness.
A near-perfect memory for details and patterns, though he cannot read.
Apparel & Accessories
Clothing Style: Junius dresses simply, in practical but well-kept butler attire. His uniform consists of a black vest, white shirt, and gray trousers, all slightly frayed but immaculately clean.
Accessories: A pocket watch, a gift from the old butler who raised him. A ring of heavy iron keys that jangle softly when he moves, symbolizing his responsibility for Guardian Solace.
Specialized Equipment
A feather duster, which he wields with a surprising level of expertise and efficiency.
A small toolkit for maintaining the delicate mechanisms of Guardian Solace’s hidden doors and ancient locks.
Mental characteristics
Personal history
Junius was left as a foundling on the steps of Guardian Solace and taken in by the old butler, who fabricated a story about his “sister’s child” to protect him from being sent to a Crown-controlled orphanage. Raised in the halls of the ancient monastery, Junius developed a deep respect for the history and sanctity of the place, learning everything about its operation and secrets from his surrogate father.
From a young age, he showed a natural aptitude for the meticulous care required to preserve Guardian Solace and its priceless artifacts, particularly The Doomsday Codex. Though he was illiterate, his memory and attention to detail compensated for this shortcoming. Junius took on the role of Guardian Solace’s butler after the old butler passed away, dedicating his life to its upkeep and secrecy.
Gender Identity
Sexuality
Education
Employment
Childhood: Assisted the old butler with cleaning, organizing, and maintaining Guardian Solace.
Adulthood: Took over as the primary caretaker and butler of Guardian Solace, preserving its treasures and managing its staff.
Accomplishments & Achievements
Successfully maintained the delicate mechanisms and priceless artifacts of Guardian Solace for decades.
Played a crucial role in preserving The Doomsday Codex, ensuring its secrecy and safety.
Failures & Embarrassments
Struggles with deep-seated shame over his illiteracy, which he hides from everyone.
Once failed to notice an intruder in Guardian Solace, leading to a near catastrophe.
Mental Trauma
Intellectual Characteristics
Highly observant and detail-oriented.
Relies on his memory and intuition to compensate for his lack of formal education.
Morality & Philosophy
Junius believes in duty and loyalty above all else, viewing his role as Guardian Solace’s caretaker as a sacred trust.
He sees knowledge as a treasure to be preserved and respected, even if he cannot access it directly.
Taboos
Breaking the trust placed in him by the old butler.
Allowing harm to come to Guardian Solace or its treasures.
Personality Characteristics
Motivation
Savvies & Ineptitudes
Savvies: Cleaning, organizing, maintaining mechanical systems, navigating Guardian Solace.
Ineptitudes: Reading, writing, and understanding formal education.
Likes & Dislikes
Likes: Quiet evenings, the smell of old wood and parchment, and the rhythmic sound of ticking clocks.
Dislikes: Chaos, disrespect for books, and unnecessary noise.
Virtues & Personality perks
Vices & Personality flaws
Secretive about his past and his illiteracy.
Reluctant to trust others, especially outsiders.
Personality Quirks
Always carries a handkerchief and meticulously cleans his hands before touching anything valuable.
Talks to the objects in Guardian Solace as if they were old friends.
Social
Mannerisms
Inclines his head slightly when speaking, a gesture inherited from the old butler.
Often clasps his hands behind his back when standing still.
Speech
Wealth & Financial state
