Mr. Noble
(a.k.a. The Kingfish of Ghal Pelor)
Black Thorns, crooked politicians, mercenaries, and thugs... this city has no shortage of little bottom-feeding guppies. But it has only one King Fish!Mr.Noble is something unique even among Clankers. From the day of its activation it held within its core a proclivity for violence and coercion, to no fault of the clanker's creators. He was built 18 years ago by gnomish craftsmen in the Artisan Row district of Ghal Pelor and was intended for simple factory work, glass making specifically. And, during those first early years Noble proved rather efficient when it came to glass blowing and shaping. It even showed a bit of pride in the making of simple jars. However; it was not just glass jar output that was on the rise at the factory, accidents were increasing dramatically and most with dire or even fatal consequences. While all of these accidents seemed to be caused by worker-error or aging equipment the truth is that Noble was behind them all. From the moment the clanker's spark ignited there was a darkness hidden within it, one that was fascinated by the suffering of the meat-beings around it. Perhaps the fault of flimsy science or malfunctioning parts, Noble was hungry to see its fellow coworkers sliced, pierced, scorched, or crushed by the factory's machinery. And so it was, over and over, death after death until the glass factory could no longer afford the lawsuits levied against it. Noble's existence as a crime lord began shortly after the factory was shuttered. It gleefully took work as an enforcer for members of the Black Thorn Society or as hired muscle in adventuring parties. The gold it earned for these bloody gigs went into the foundation of its own criminal empire. Noble watched those it worked for, learning how to use coercion, secrets, and violence to exert one's will. In the beginning, few were willing to take a Clanker seriously, their reputation as helpers and servants was too pervasive. Yet, Noble was a quick study. In only a few short years it accumulated a cadre of criminal associates and considerable wealth to further continue this aggressive expansion. Slowly, Noble would strangle the competition in Ghal Pelor's underworld. Much of the opposition was put to the sword and "disappeared" inside the clanker's legitimate business front, Noble Fish and Fine Goods. On the surface, Noble's company was a purveyor of fine fish and fish-based luxury goods. Its many brands and products became instant hits in kitchens and restaurants around the city. Many of Ghal Pelor's celebrities endorsed the products, countless goodwill events were sponsored by Noble, and hundreds were given good-paying work... all of this made the clanker a beloved philanthropist to the general public. Amongst the throngs of criminal operations that take place in Ghal Pelor, Mr.Noble has become the fulcrum for which most illicit activity rests upon. Those that haven't been destroyed by the clanker or absorbed into its empire pay regular tithe to ensure their independence. And in turn Noble assists the Black Thorns with operations local to the region. The Black Thorn Society treats Noble as something of a Steward or Regent who managers the city for them, and should the machine fail the looming threat of their direct intervention is ever-present.
Physical Description
General Physical Condition
Noble's frame has a number of hidden enhancements that augment strength, durability, and contain built-in weapons. These systems are modular and often are swapped out to better optimize for a situation
Specialized Equipment
Noble's ocular unit allows for perfect vision in the dark. It also contains a manacite gauge
Mental characteristics
Morality & Philosophy
Nothing is sacred to Noble in their pursuit of power and wealth. While it has no particular set of guiding morals other than selfishness, the clanker has become an expert in exploiting the morality of others
Personality Characteristics
Savvies & Ineptitudes
They are an experienced gambler and enjoy cards, dice, and other games that call for high stakes.
Personality Quirks
Noble's a newer model clanker, which means they were built with all the flaws of the failing science that lays at the foundation of Clanker construction. This may be the cause for its delight in suffering but the most notable manifestation comes in the form of its malfunctioning speech box. Noble will often get caught on certain words repeating them for a moment or allow a single word to be drawn out in a deepening tone over several long seconds.
Social
Hobbies & Pets
They enjoy keeping several trained attack dogs near them at all times.
Wealth & Financial state
Mr.Noble is believed to be one of the wealthiest citizens of Ghal Pelor and his patronage is highly sought after by many
Current Location
Species
Ethnicity
Age
33
Children
Pronouns
They/Them
Gender
Nonbinary
Eyes
Red
Height
5'8
Weight
400lbs
Other Affiliations
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