Solomon Winsley
Solomon Winsley
Solomon Winsley, Sol to his friends, is a human male scholar and treasure hunter. Formerly a requisitor at The Institute, Sol is now independent. Alongside his knowledge of history, he is known for procuring magical artifacts and selling them to the highest bidder. He has built a large network of buyers over the years and has connections in almost every major city; some are more unsavory than others.
Physical Description
General Physical Condition
Not nearly as strong or as quick as he used to be, though generally still fit.
Body Features
Well traveled and worn with achy joints
Facial Features
A full, but well kept, grey moustache and beard
Apparel & Accessories
His old , weathered travelling coat and his satchel bag from The Institute
Specialized Equipment
Tower of Thet: A magical ring of protection Solomon pilferred from the The Institute on his way out. The Tower protects its wearer from all sorts of arcane magics and it's been Sol's second most prized possession for decades.
Mental characteristics
Personal history
Sol spent his early life in the hamlet of Shepherd's Rest where his parents owned a small farm. A quick study from a very young age, his parent scraped enough coin together to enroll him in a second rate boarding school in Khardad when he was 12 years old.
He excelled in his schooling, though he was suspended on multiple occasions for running illicit gaming amongst his schoolmates. He was recruited by The Institute when he was 16. He completed his studies and was immediately offered a position as a Requisitor in The Reclamation Wing. He became the youngest Requisitor Senior Grade at age 22.
Two years after being promoted to Requisitor SG, an internal investigation revealed Sol had been altering records, stealing artifacts, and selling them on the black market for almost 5 years. He was disbarred from The Institute and stripped of his degrees.
For the last 32 years, Sol has been an independent scholar and treasure hunter. He is well known for his deep knowledge of Capacia's history and his ability to recover ancient artifacts from even the most dangerous locales. His network of buyers stretches across the region and he rarely has trouble selling his magical artifacts even in the most tightly controlled cities.
He excelled in his schooling, though he was suspended on multiple occasions for running illicit gaming amongst his schoolmates. He was recruited by The Institute when he was 16. He completed his studies and was immediately offered a position as a Requisitor in The Reclamation Wing. He became the youngest Requisitor Senior Grade at age 22.
Two years after being promoted to Requisitor SG, an internal investigation revealed Sol had been altering records, stealing artifacts, and selling them on the black market for almost 5 years. He was disbarred from The Institute and stripped of his degrees.
For the last 32 years, Sol has been an independent scholar and treasure hunter. He is well known for his deep knowledge of Capacia's history and his ability to recover ancient artifacts from even the most dangerous locales. His network of buyers stretches across the region and he rarely has trouble selling his magical artifacts even in the most tightly controlled cities.
Education
Initially educated at a boarding school in Khardad. Was recruited by The Institute at age 16 and completed his education there. He earned two doctorates that were later stripped from him.
Accomplishments & Achievements
- Became the youngest Requisitor SG in The Institute's history at age 22.
- Has celebrated numerous recoveries of high profile artifacts, both during and after his tenure with The Institute.
Failures & Embarrassments
- Terminated from The Institute at age 24 after an internal investigation revealed Sol was underreporting/stealing and selling artifacts for personal gain.
- Is estranged from his younger brother.
Intellectual Characteristics
Logical, knack for languages, deep knowledge of Capacia's history, quick to speak
Morality & Philosophy
The troupe comes first...usually. Knowledge and coin follow shortly behind.
Personality Characteristics
Motivation
- Discovery, coin, and the thrill of the hunt
Savvies & Ineptitudes
- Well traveled
- Knows someone in almost every city
Likes & Dislikes
- Likes: Books, learning, making a deal
- Dislikes: Beligerent ignorance, regulations, zealots
Virtues & Personality perks
- Fiercely loyal to his friends.
Vices & Personality flaws
- A bit greedy at times
- Will never turn down orcish schnapps
Social
Contacts & Relations
- Gavin Blackstone - Sol's former partner at The Institute. Now Sol's greatest rival. Gavin is always closely behind Sol whenever a powerful artefact is in question.
- Eliana Riat - One of Sol's frequent buyers. Sol has developed an almost fatherly affection for Eliana.
Family Ties
Sol's mother is quite elderly, but still lives in Shepherd's Rest. His estranged younger brother was living in The Grotto the last Sol heard.
Social Aptitude
Quite charming when dealing with a known subject in a comfortable setting. Sol seems to know someone everywhere and forms connections quickly. He is not great in front of large crowds.
Wealth & Financial state
Sol's always looking for the next score to refill his coffers. Money just seems to slip away from him and he's perpetually just getting by.
Species
Honorary & Occupational Titles
None. Formerly Doctor of The Institute and Requisitor Senior Grade
Year of Birth
1460 I.C.
56 Years old
Birthplace
Children
Current Residence
The road...
Gender
Male
Eyes
Grey, Tired
Hair
Salt and Pepper, Perpetually Windswept
Height
6"
Weight
180 lbs
Quotes & Catchphrases
Sure, it belongs in a museum, but a man's gotta eat.
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