<div style="max-width:1100px;margin:0 auto;padding:14px 12px;"> <div style=" background: #0a0c12; border: 2px solid #7c3aed; border-radius: 18px; padding: 16px;"> <div style="text-align:center;"> <img src="Zolton.png" alt="Zolton portrait" style=" width:100%; max-width:520px; height:auto; border-radius: 18px; border: 2px solid rgba(124,58,237,.55); box-shadow: 0 14px 35px rgba(0,0,0,.18);"> </div> </div> </div> ## **Background** > [!abstract] **GUILD ARCHIVE • PERSONAL HISTORY** >Zolton is a stout [[Dwarves|Dwarf]] known for his unmatched skill in blacksmithing, though his reputation is often overshadowed by his fondness for ale. Residing in the bustling town of Hammerfall, Zolton runs the Hammer and Tongs, a well-loved forge at the heart of the city. Despite his inebriation, Zolton's craftsmanship is renowned, producing weapons and armour that have been wielded by some of the greatest heroes of the realm. >Once a member of the illustrious **Ironforge Clan**, Zolton earned his fame for creating the legendary **Battlehammer**, a weapon said to carry the spirit of his ancestors. However, following a devastating battle where he lost many friends and family, he turned to drink to cope with his grief. Now, he can often be found nursing a tankard of his favourite brew, **Stonebreaker Ale**, while sharing tales of glory and tragedy with anyone who will listen. ## **Personality** > [!abstract] **GUILD ARCHIVE • PERSONAL HISTORY**> >Zolton is boisterous and loud, often regaling patrons with exaggerated stories of his exploits—some of which are rooted in truth, while others are pure fantasy. Despite his drunken demeanour, he possesses a heart of gold, frequently providing assistance to those in need, whether it's a discount on armour for a fledgling adventurer or a listening ear for a troubled soul. He has a particular soft spot for younger Dwarves and often imparts lessons on honour, loyalty, and the art of smithing. ## **Appearance** > [!info] **GUILD RECORD** >Zolton has a wild, bushy beard braided with iron rings and colourful beads, a testament to his adventures. His arms are heavily tattooed with designs depicting his greatest creations, and his hands are calloused and strong from years spent at the forge. He often wears a stained leather apron over his rough spun clothes, with tools and a few stray pints of ale dangling from his belt. ## **Relationships** > [!info] **GUILD RECORD** >Zolton maintains a close friendship with **Mira**, a skilled Elven ranger who often brings him rare materials for his work in exchange for finely crafted weapons. He also has a rivalry with **Bromir**, a more sober blacksmith who often chastises Zolton for his drinking habits, claiming it tarnishes the reputation of their craft. Despite their differences, Bromir secretly respects Zolton's talent and often helps him get back on his feet after a long night of drinking. ## **Notable Events** > [!info] **GUILD RECORD** >- **The Festival of the Forge**: Each year, Zolton hosts a massive celebration at his forge, where adventurers gather to showcase their skills and compete for the title of **Best in Forge**. Despite his drunken state, he judges the competition fairly and is known to whip up a surprise creation for the winner. >- **The Lost Artefact**: Rumours of a long-lost Dwarven artefact surface, and Zolton, in a rare moment of clarity, remembers a vision he had while drunk: a hidden chamber beneath the mountains that holds treasures of old. This revelation leads a group of adventurers to seek him out for guidance, hoping he can help them retrieve the artefact. #### After the Jump ##### **Zolton – The Forge** The old dwarf sobered. Demand for iron and steel never ceased, and his forge became a constant presence in the keep, ringing from dawn till dusk. He trained apprentices, including a few goblins at Steve’s urging, and grumbled through it all. Yet his work was masterful. He crafted armour and tools for refugees, blades for guild adventurers, and even began sketching the first plans that might one day repair Steve’s broken hammer.