1. Characters

Frostia

Silent Dementia

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Dossier

Frostia Ace is an elderly human with a shadowy past as an assassin and butler, now seeking a “peaceful” life as an adventurer within Bromocorah Inc., where he takes on a caretaker role for the guild. At 5’11”, Frostia has the lean, wiry frame of a man who’s spent decades honing his stealth and precision, though his age shows in the slight stoop of his shoulders and the deliberate way he moves. His pale, weathered skin is marked with faint scars, most hidden beneath his clothing, and his sharp, ice-blue eyes still hold the calculating glint of a killer, though they soften with warmth when he tends to his guildmates. His short, silver hair is neatly combed back, and a well-groomed mustache adds a touch of refinement to his otherwise rugged appearance, a nod to his butler days.

Frostia’s attire blends his past roles with his current life as an adventurer. He wears a tailored, dark gray butler’s uniform, its edges frayed but meticulously maintained, with polished silver buttons engraved with a small ace of spades—a subtle reminder of his codename as an assassin. Over this, a lightweight, black leather coat provides protection without hindering his agility, its inner pockets lined with throwing knives and lockpicks he can’t quite bring himself to part with. His trousers are pressed but practical, tucked into polished boots that muffle his steps, and a small, silver pocket watch hangs from his vest, a keepsake from his butler days that he checks obsessively to keep the group on schedule. A rapier with a simple, elegant hilt hangs at his hip, its blade still razor-sharp, and a small satchel contains basic supplies—bandages, tea leaves, and a flask of brandy—for “emergencies.”

Frostia’s past as an assassin and butler shapes his current role in Bromocorah Inc. Once a rogue who served as a butler by day and killed by night, he now seeks peace through adventuring, though his definition of “peaceful” often involves expertly slitting an enemy’s throat before serving tea to his guildmates. His assassin skills—stealth, precision strikes, and an uncanny ability to vanish in a crowd—make him a deadly asset in combat, but he’s more often seen tending to the group’s needs, whether it’s bandaging wounds, brewing tea, or ensuring everyone’s gear is polished. He and Argetha share an intertwined past, both having been assassins in the darkworld, and there’s a quiet understanding between them—neither speaks of their shared history, but they exchange knowing glances, and Frostia often takes her cookies to distribute to the group, a silent acknowledgment of their bond.

An Old Buttler

Frostia Aceda Selama empat puluh tahun, ia melayani sebuah rumah bangsawan yang namanya hanya dibisikkan di lorong-lorong gelap, di antara para penguasa yang tak ingin terlihat. Sebuah keluarga yang lebih sering disebut dengan gelar-gelar samar: Yang Berdaun Emas, Tuan dari Balik Tirai, Pemilik Suara yang Tak Terucap.

Ia bukan sekadar pelayan. Ia adalah penjaga rahasia.

Ketika jamuan malam berlangsung, ia menyajikan anggur dengan sikap sempurna, sambil memastikan gelas tamu tertentu diisi racun yang tak berasa. Ketika ada pengkhianat yang perlu "diamankan", ia yang membersihkan noda darah sebelum fajar menyingsing. Ketika dokumen penting harus dicuri, ia melakukannya tanpa pernah meninggalkan jejak—kecuali, mungkin, seulas senyum tipis di bibir tuannya.

Tapi tuannya bukan lagi orang yang sama.

Yang dulu memercayainya telah mati, digantikan oleh darah mudanya yang tak punya kesabaran untuk sejarah. Mereka melihat Frostia dan yang terpantul di mata mereka hanyalah seorang kakek yang tangannya mulai gemetar, yang langkahnya tak lagi senyap seperti dulu.

"Kau sudah tua," kata mereka. "Pergilah sebelum kau mempermalukan dirimu sendiri."

Mereka memberinya sekantung koin—upah pensiun, sebut mereka—dan sepatu baru, seolah-olah itu cukup untuk mengganti empat puluh tahun pengabdian.


Guild Roles

Within Bromocorah Inc., Frostia is the group’s caretaker, his butler instincts driving him to look after everyone with a meticulous, almost parental care. Kilionzel appreciates his reliability, often relying on him to keep the group organized, though she’s wary of his past, sensing the darkness he keeps at bay. Demit respects Frostia’s precision, occasionally asking about his rogue techniques, which Frostia shares with a cryptic smile. Argetha and Frostia share a quiet camaraderie, their pasts unspoken but understood, and they often work together to care for the group, Frostia serving her cookies with a formal bow. Verinn adores Frostia’s service, often dramatically requesting tea, which he provides with a sigh, while Rimeus bonds with Frostia over their shared care for the group, the bard helping him gather herbs for tea. Tamago’s clumsiness drives Frostia up the wall, but he patiently cleans up the sorcerer’s messes, often muttering, “Careful, lad,” as he does. Longtail’s communist ideals confuse Frostia, though he respects their craftsmanship, often using their gadgets with a formal thank-you. Yas Vadlov, with his own temper, appreciates Frostia’s orderliness, the two forming a quiet bond over their protective instincts.

Frostia’s role in Bromocorah Inc. is as a caretaker and silent protector, using his assassin skills to eliminate threats with ruthless efficiency while ensuring the group is fed, patched up, and ready for the next adventure. His intertwined past with Argetha adds depth to his presence, their understanding a quiet anchor in the guild’s chaos. Frostia’s journey is one of finding peace through service, his butler instincts and deadly past blending into a unique role as the guild’s steadfast guardian, always ready with a cup of tea—or a dagger—when the situation demands.