Lothar Stone
Captain Lothar Stone (a.k.a. "The Quiet Storm")
Brief Overview
Lothar Stone did not seek out piracy, nor did he crave the power and infamy that came with being a pirate lord. He became one out of necessity, protecting those he loved from the cruelty of the sea’s worst elements. Each battle he fought was not for plunder or personal gain but to eliminate those who sought to harm his people. Unfortunately for him, he was excellent at it. His reputation grew not from boastful tales but from the grim reality that when Lothar stood against an enemy, they rarely stood for long.
A deeply spiritual man, he follows Fulmentas, the Lord of Storms, believing in the delicate balance between destruction and mercy. Though imposing in size, he carries himself with a quiet serenity, rarely speaking unless his words carry true weight. His influence within the Black Council does not stem from ambition, but from the respect he commands—when Lothar speaks, others listen.
Lothar Stone is a pirate lord of necessity, not ambition. He does not revel in conquest nor seek dominion over others. His leadership is built upon respect, discipline, and unwavering principle. Though many fear his strength, those who know him understand that he is not the storm itself—he is the moment of calm before its wrath.
Mental characteristics
Personal history
Lothar Stone was born into a clan of seafarers and warriors in the harsh, frozen lands of Falengaht, where survival depended on strength, skill, and an unshakable bond with the sea., raised with a deep reverence for the sea and its unpredictable nature. His people were simple folk—fishermen, traders, and priests of Fulmentas. He was taught from a young age that the sea provides but also takes, and that balance must always be honored.
His peaceful life was shattered when slavers raided his home, tearing his family apart and reducing his village to smoldering ruins. Lothar, barely sixteen, survived and took to the sea with nothing but his faith and an old cutlass. He swore that he would never allow such cruelty to happen again.
Through years of hardship, Lothar carved his path, taking work as a deckhand, mercenary, and eventually first mate to a well-respected smuggler. Though he abhorred senseless violence, he had a natural talent for warfare, and when his captain was betrayed, it was Lothar who led the counterattack, personally cutting down the mutineers and reclaiming the ship.
From that moment on, he was no mere sailor—he was a force of reckoning.
By the time he claimed the Silent Gale, he had built a reputation as a protector of those who could not protect themselves. Over time, his victories against slavers, corrupt merchants, and rival pirate factions solidified his presence within Reaper’s Port, eventually leading him to the Black Council.
Education
Naval Warfare & Strategy: Learned through experience and mentorship from veteran captains.
Religious Teachings: Deep knowledge of Fulmentas' doctrines, storm-worship, and maritime rituals.
Combat Training: Mastery of cutlass, boarding axe, and naval combat tactics.
Diplomacy & Leadership: While not formally trained, he has an innate understanding of power dynamics and negotiation.
Morality & Philosophy
Balance Above All: Lothar believes the sea is neither good nor evil—it simply is. Those who disrupt its balance must be corrected.
Violence is a Last Resort: He does not relish battle, but if forced into it, he ensures it is decisive.
Protect the Vulnerable: He harbors a deep hatred for slavers, exploiters, and those who abuse their power.
Respect the Storm: The storm does not bow to man, nor should a man bow to those unworthy.
Personality Characteristics
Motivation
Safeguard the Helpless: Lothar’s main driving force is ensuring that no one suffers as his people once did.
Maintain Order in Reaper’s Port: He recognizes that pirates cannot be truly tamed, but unnecessary chaos must be kept in check.
Honor Fulmentas: Every storm is a test, and he must always be worthy in the eyes of his god.
Social
Contacts & Relations
Allies & Respectful Rivals
Orlann "Black Tide" Veskar – While their ideologies differ, Lothar recognizes that Orlann’s rule keeps worse forces at bay. The two maintain an uneasy but functional relationship.
Mariva "Seablood" Vask – Though their methods vary, he appreciates her intelligence and strategic mind.
Cassian Stormfall – The two share mutual respect, both seeing piracy as a means to an end rather than an indulgence.
The Stormcallers – A religious sect dedicated to Fulmentas that operates in secret across Granheim’s coastline. They supply Lothar’s crew with insight and divine guidance.
Enemies & Those He Opposes
The Iron Brand – A faction of ruthless slavers who see him as an existential threat.
The Widow's Grin – A brutal pirate faction that embodies everything he despises.
The Dominion of Kafka – Their heavy-handed imperialist expansion clashes with his belief in balance and freedom.
Family Ties
Wife: Aeska Stone – A strong-willed Skjaldar woman who manages their homestead in a hidden cove far from Reaper’s Port. She is fiercely independent and shares Lothar’s belief in balance and justice.
Children: Three surviving children, with a fourth lost to illness at the age of five.
Hroald (Age 18): Training as a sailor, torn between following his father’s path or forging his own future.
Yrsa (Age 15): A keen strategist and natural leader, already showing promise in commanding a crew.
Sigmund (Age 10): A curious and observant child, eager to learn the ways of both the sea and the faith of Fulmentas.
(Deceased) Rikka: Passed from illness at age 5, a loss that still weighs heavily on Lothar’s heart.
Alignment
Lawful Neutral
Current Location
Currently Boarded Vehicle
Species
Age
43
Date of Birth
8th of Udihr, 431 AEL
Children
Pronouns
He/Him
Sex
Male
Presentation
Masculine
Eyes
Deep Gray, like storm clouds before the rain
Hair
Golden-blonde, worn in thick braids, often adorned with small iron rings
Skin Tone/Pigmentation
Pale and windworn, bearing the cold touch of Falengaht’s endless winters, yet etched with the marks of salt and steel from years at sea.
Height
6' 6"
Quotes & Catchphrases
“The storm does not hate you, nor does it love you. It simply is. Learn this, and you may yet survive.” (Speaking to a young sailor.)
“You mistake my silence for weakness. Let me correct that error.” (Before dueling a rival captain.)
“Slavery is a stain on the sea. The tide will wash it clean.” (Declaring war on a notorious slave-trading faction.)
“Orlann, I will back you because I must, not because I want to.” (To Orlann Veskar during a Black Council meeting.)
Belief/Deity
Fulmentas, The Lord of Storms
Aligned Organization
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