The Pigmy of Folkared’s Cliff

A sturdy, practical man of average height and build, accustomed to physical labor. His skin is weathered from outdoor work, likely tanned and ruddy from exposure to the elements.

Attire: Typical Swedish peasant attire for autumn: a thick, dark wool tunic or jacket over a linen shirt, sturdy wool trousers, and practical leather boots. He might wear a simple felt or wool cap to ward off the chill. Colors would be muted, natural dyes like browns, greys, and dark blues.

Wants: To shorten his journey and reach his destination. Later, to understand and defend himself against the unknown.

Flaw: His skepticism and quick temper lead him to accuse the Pigmy, potentially escalating the situation.

He begins as a traveler taking a shortcut, encounters a seemingly distressed child, becomes suspicious, and then realizes the supernatural nature of the being, preparing for defense.

His weathered face and practical, dark wool clothing, perhaps with a dirk at his belt.

Practical, skeptical, initially compassionate, quick to anger, cautious, brave.

A sturdy adult man of average height and build, facing forward, full body visible from head to toe. He has a weathered, tanned face with a short, practical brown beard, and keen blue eyes. His brown hair is cut short. He wears a thick, dark grey wool tunic, a simple cream linen shirt underneath, dark brown wool trousers, and sturdy, scuffed leather boots. A simple dark wool cap is on his head. A small, curved iron dirk is visible at his belt. His posture is alert and slightly wary, with a determined expression. Plain white background, full body visible head to toe, single figure, no watermark, no text, no signature.

Small, about the size of a human child aged seven or eight. Despite his child-like appearance, there might be subtle hints of ancientness or otherworldliness in his features, perhaps slightly disproportionate limbs or an unusual skin tone. He appears distressed and vulnerable.

Attire: Simple, rustic clothing, possibly made of natural materials like rough spun wool or leather, in muted earthy tones (greens, browns, greys) to blend with his environment. It would appear worn and perhaps slightly archaic, not modern child's clothing.

Wants: To avoid further punishment, to perhaps lure or deceive the peasant, or simply to express his genuine distress over his accident.

Flaw: His fear of his father and physical punishment. His small size makes him seem vulnerable.

Appears as a distressed child, reveals his true ancient nature through a slip of the tongue, and then vanishes magically when threatened.

A small, child-like figure with an ancient, sorrowful expression, sitting on a stone.

Deceptive, manipulative (feigning distress), ancient, prone to mischief (implied by his punishment), fearful of authority (his father), quick to vanish when threatened.

A small, child-like figure, appearing to be seven or eight years old, sitting on a grey stone, facing forward, full body visible head to toe. The figure has a tear-streaked, round face with large, sorrowful dark eyes and a small, downturned mouth. Its hair is wild, dark brown, and slightly matted, reaching its shoulders. It wears a simple, rough-spun tunic of mossy green wool, and dark brown, worn breeches. Its small hands are clasped in its lap. The posture is hunched and dejected, conveying deep sadness. Plain white background, full body visible head to toe, single figure, no watermark, no text, no signature.

Not seen, but implied to be a formidable and authoritative figure within the Pigmy community, capable of inflicting blows.

Attire: Unknown, but likely similar rustic, earthy attire to the Pigmy, perhaps more imposing.

Wants: To enforce rules and punish negligence.

Flaw: Unknown.

No arc, only mentioned as a past actor.

Implied by the Pigmy's fear, a shadowy, imposing figure.

Strict, punitive, authoritative, responsible for discipline within the Pigmy family.

Not applicable as the character is not seen.

Not seen, but implied to be very old and frail, requiring supervision.

Attire: Unknown, but likely simple and worn.

Wants: To exist, to be cared for.

Flaw: Physical frailty due to extreme age.

No arc, only mentioned as a past actor.

Implied by the Pigmy's story, an ancient, frail figure.

Frail, dependent, perhaps a bit clumsy due to age.

Not applicable as the character is not seen.