Torkel
Torkel is a failed Hermetic apprentice who served as Herald of Stranggore from 1191-1194. At the Stonehenge Tribunal of 1194 he was adopted as an apprentice by the eldest Redcap of the Tribunal.
Torkel is a former apprentice of a Flambeau maga who disastrously failed his Gauntlet. As a result of his failure, he was imprisoned by a lord of the dark faeries who gradually stole his Gift. He eventually escaped by making an enchanted cloak that lets him transform into the shape of a raven.
Torkel is still a member of the mystical society of Watchers of Brân, who guard England against supernatural threats. He reports to Cedric but will also answer to Argus.
(Torkel is now an NPC run by the storyguide.)
Background
Torkel lived a carefree life until his mother told him of his fate to become a wizard. Torkel was taken then left to be tutored by a Redcap and took well to his new life of adventure and magic. His apprenticeship was less happy for Grimlakin was a cold and demanding mater. While still an apprentice, Torkel took to the Watchers of Brân, who protect Britain from supernatural harm. During his Gauntlet, Torkel recklessly challenged a Faerie Knight to a duel and lost. His mater reject the ransom and his life force was slowly drained by his Faerie captor. Torkel's oath was not forgetten by the Watchers of Brân. Everyday a Raven would fly to his tower window and give him one feather. These feathers he painstakingly sewed into his cloak, and after seven years labor he donned his cloak and flew to his freedom in the form of a Raven.
Magic
Little is left of Torkel's Gift. He can at will transform into a Raven when he wears his cloak. He also was give a set of magical clothes which protect and transform with him. He also knows enough magic to serve as a lab assistant.
Key Abilities
Atheletics (Flight)
Latin (Hermetic)
Magic Theory (Create Items)
Faerie Lore
Area Lore (Stonehenge Tribunal)
Personality and Reputation
Brave +3
Loyal +3
Restless +3
Reputation (Brave) 1 - Torkel stood his ground in a fight against two undead horrors defending his companion who suffered grievous wounds from their hateful hands.
Torkel's Stories
- Tribunal of 1194
- A Gentle Abduction
- Blood on the Stones
- A Covenant Denied
- Torkel's Escape
- Torkel's Failure
Character Sheet
Players in the Saga of Stranggore should probably not look at Torkel's character sheet to avoid spoilers.