Black Ring
Race: Dunmer (Dark Elf)
Gender: Male
Class/Role: Master Thief and Infiltrator
Appearance:
Black Ring is a lean and agile Dunmer with piercing red eyes and ashen-gray skin. His jet-black hair is tied back into a sleek ponytail, revealing sharp, angular facial features. A faint scar traces from the corner of his lip to his chin—a reminder of his dangerous lifestyle. He wears light leather armor adorned with subtle, intricate designs of the Guild insignia, and a single, ominous black ring adorns his right hand.
Background:
Born in the shadowy alleys of Blacklight in Morrowind, Black Ring was raised among beggars and cutthroats. After being framed for the murder of a noble, he fled to Skyrim, where he found refuge and purpose in the Thieves Guild. Rising quickly through the ranks, he became known for his uncanny ability to infiltrate even the most fortified locations and escape unscathed.
The black ring he wears was taken from the hand of his first kill—a ruthless enforcer who betrayed the Guild. The artifact has since become his namesake and a symbol of his unwavering loyalty to the Guild’s code.
Abilities and Traits:
- Shadowmeld (Unique Skill): Black Ring can blend into the shadows, becoming nearly invisible for a short duration. This ability enhances his stealth attacks and allows him to bypass enemies undetected.
- Silent Step: Even on treacherous terrain, Black Ring moves without a sound, making him adept at pickpocketing and sneaking.
- Lockmaster: Black Ring is a prodigy at lockpicking, able to bypass master-level locks with ease.
- Persuasive Charm: His silver tongue makes him an expert at convincing marks to let down their guard, whether in conversation or while trading stolen goods.
Equipment:
- Black Ring’s Cloak: A lightweight black cloak enchanted with fortify stealth and muffling properties.
- Shadowfang (Dagger): A razor-sharp ebony dagger enchanted with absorb stamina, ensuring his foes never fight back for long.
- Smoke Bombs: Custom alchemical devices that release a thick cloud, allowing for quick escapes or tactical repositioning.
- Thieves Guild Toolkit: Picks, hooks, and tools for every kind of lock or trap.
Motivations and Ties to the Thieves Guild:
- Personal Goal: Black Ring dreams of becoming the ultimate thief—one whose exploits are whispered in legends. To do so, he seeks the fabled Nightveil Pendant, an ancient relic said to grant unparalleled stealth and luck.
- Guild Allegiance: While loyal to the Guild, Black Ring harbors suspicions about certain high-ranking members. His mentor, a Nord named Eryk Shadowthorn, disappeared under mysterious circumstances, and Black Ring seeks to uncover the truth.
- Rivalry: Black Ring shares a tense rivalry with Svena Greaves, a fellow thief who envies his rise in the Guild and schemes to undermine him.
